Paper bag law proves successful
Sustainability is on the rise in Montgomery County as the “Bring Your Own Bag” law is in full compliance. Passed unanimously by the County Council in February of 2025, the… Read More
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New bill to prohibit housing discrimination based on immigration status
County Councilmember Kristin Mink has introduced a bill to prohibit housing discrimination based on citizenship or immigration status. What the bill is Mink has introduced Bill 38-26, which would amend… Read More
As data centers spark debate, a cybersecurity expert weighs in
As of late June, the county has imposed a six-month moratorium on the construction of data centers. Like many areas across the country, officials here want to control data center… Read More
Nuevo portal permite reportar de forma anónima actividades de ICE en el condado de Montgomery
El condado de Montgomery lanzó un portal en línea que permite a los residentes reportar de forma anónima actividades del Servicio de Inmigración y Control de Aduanas de Estados Unidos… Read More
Video Q&A: County Executive Marc Elrich discusses return to council as he leads at-large race
Term-limited County Executive Marc Elrich, a democrat and former Montgomery County Public Schools teacher, is leading the county council at-large race with the highest number of votes among candidates, so… Read More
Elrich comments on primary results at weekly media briefing
County Executive Marc Elrich was successful in his bid for an At-Large seat on the County Council. He is currently the top vote-getter with 45,124. The next three may join… Read More
Gov. Moore, Elrich and County Council members honor history and freedom at Juneteenth celebration in Bethesda
Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich joined county officials, community leaders and Maryland Gov. Wes Moore on Friday morning to kick off the annual Scotland Juneteenth Heritage Festival at Cabin John… Read More
4 council at-large seats open in a crowded field
On the ballot for this year’s local elections, no list of candidates stands out more than for at-large county councilmember. Only one incumbent is running — Laurie Anne Sayles. While… Read More
New bill designed to deter street takeovers and unlawful racing
Montgomery County Councilmember Andrew Friedson introduced legislation Tuesday to expand enforcement tools available to the Montgomery County Police Department (MCPD) to better prevent, deter and disengage “street takeover” events on… Read More
County Council honors Caribbean American Heritage and Immigrant Heritage Month
During two ceremonies held on June 9, leaders of the Montgomery County Council issued proclamations recognizing Caribbean American Heritage Month and Immigrant Heritage Month, celebrating the contributions of these communities… Read More
Protest erupts after council postpones budget session until Friday
Protesters erupted in discontent inside council chambers after the council president announced that Thursday’s budget session would be delayed until Friday. Councilmembers were set to wrap up operating budget deliberations… Read More
Montgomery Community Media CEO to moderate County Council at-large candidate forum Saturday
Montgomery Community Media CEO Jasmine White will moderate a candidate forum for county council at-large candidate Saturday afternoon in Rockville. The forum is from 1-4 p.m. at Mt. Calvary Baptist… Read More