5 Things to Know Today, April 28, In Montgomery County
Today is Friday, April 28. Here are 5 things to know and the 10 day weather forecast as we head into the weekend. 1. Olney Days: Numerous events are planned… Read More
MCPS Announces New Steps to Combat ‘Unacceptable Actions’ of Hate
Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) will take new steps in response to increased hate and bias incidents in schools. One new action includes revising fourth and fifth grade curriculums to… Read More
Montgomery County High School Athlete of the Week
The Good Counsel High School girls lacrosse team has had its share of standouts and sophomore Carys Volley might be next in line at the Olney school. Volley, who plays… Read More
Nonprofit Partnership Breaks Ground for 189 Affordable Housing Units Near Metro
In less than two years, 189 units of affordable housing will be occupied on Georgia Avenue, not far from the Forest Glen Metro Station, bus routes and shopping in both… Read More
Raskin ‘Overwhelmed with Gratitude and Love’ After Scans Show Him in Remission
U.S. Rep. Jamie Raskin (MD-8) announced that he has completed his chemo-immunotherapy treatments at Med Star Georgetown University Hospital and the Lombardi Comprehensive Cancer Center for diffuse large B-cell Lymphoma.… Read More
Global Satellite Technology Company Opens Center in Rockville
A global satellite technology company has opened a new center in Rockville. Intellian Technologies announced a $100 million investment into satellite communication technology research and development during the official opening… Read More
Blog: Here’s Why Women Need to Take Control of Their Finances
Finances can be overwhelming, especially when you feel lost or uneducated on the “right” decisions to make. Over the last few years, we have found that women are contributing more… Read More
Traffic Stops Act Debated at Council Meeting
In February, Councilmember Will Jawando introduced a bill to address the racial inequities in traffic stops. Bill 12-23 known as the Safety and Traffic Equity in Policing (STEP) Act was… Read More
DC Man Convicted of Takoma Park Rape, Burglary, Home Invasion
D.C. resident 30 year old Joshua Grice was convicted on charges of first-degree rape and burglary-home invasion for breaking into a home and sexually assaulting a 9-year-old girl while she… Read More
County Assists Residents with Auto Repair Shop Conflicts
Did you know the county Office of Consumer Protection (OCP) assists residents to resolve conflicts with auto repair shops? OCP is the county agency responsible for enforcing consumer protection laws.… Read More
Informe: Infracciones de Tránsito de Autobuses Escolares Cuestan a MCPS Casi $150,000
Un nuevo informe de la Oficina del Inspector General (OIG) revela que las Escuelas Públicas del Condado de Montgomery (MCPS) pagaron aproximadamente $148,500 en multas de tránsito, en el período… Read More
MCPS Superintendent to Address Community, Announce Actions in Response to Hate Incidents
Hate and bias incidents in schools have grown significantly in recent months, according to Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS). At 4 p.m. Thursday, MCPS Superintendent Dr. Monifa McKnight is expected… Read More