Prohibidas las Bolsas de Plástico a Partir del Próximo Año
Las bolsas de plástico estarán prohibidas en los comercios minoristas del condado de Montgomery a partir del próximo año. A partir del 1 de enero de 2026, los minoristas tendrán… Read More
Kate Stewart
Council President Emphasizes Police Are Focused on Safety, Trust
As uncertainty continues after recent immigration-related executive orders from President Donald Trump, County Council President Kate Stewart stressed that county police do not enforce federal immigration laws — “Because we… Read More
Kate Stewart Vows to Help All Residents During Trump Administration, Won’t Run For County Executive
During an interview Friday on WAMU radio’s The Politics Hour, Montgomery County Council President Kate Stewart declared she is not a candidate for county executive when Marc Elrich’s term expires.… Read More
Top Stories of 2024: Purple Line Pushes Forward
Worked continued throughout 2024 on the 16-mile light rail line that is designed to connect Prince George’s and Montgomery counties. But that construction continues to be the bane of pedestrians… Read More
Initial Reactions to School Budget Range From Upbeat to Annoyed
Despite learning that Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) proposed budget for Fiscal Year 2026 includes a 9% increase, several officials expressed their appreciation that Superintendent Dr. Thomas Taylor was so… Read More
Legislators Speak on Hate, Israel and Security at Breakfast in Potomac
More than 300 people, including 50 federal, state and county legislators, listened to the accomplishments made during 2024 and the legislative priorities for the coming year during the Jewish Community… Read More
New Council President’s Priorities Include Economy, Housing, Inclusivity
New County Council President Kate Stewart’s priorities for the year ahead include growing the county’s economy and presence as a life sciences hub, boosting affordable housing, and – with a… Read More
During Minority Legislative Breakfast, Legislators Vow to Uphold County’s Values
Council President Kate Stewart joined other Maryland legislators in vowing to make sure Montgomery County remains true to its values regardless of what occurs during the upcoming Donald Trump presidency.… Read More
El Concejo del Condado Elige a Stewart como Presidenta y a Jawando como Vicepresidente
El martes, el concejo del condado eligió por unanimidad a Kate Stewart como presidenta y a Will Jawando como vicepresidente. “Mi prioridad es asegurar que nuestro trabajo sea colaborativo, responsable… Read More
County Council Elects Stewart as President, Jawando as Vice President
On Tuesday, the county council unanimously elected Kate Stewart as president and Will Jawando as vice president. “My priority is to ensure that our work is collaborative, accountable, and that… Read More
Upcoming County Fair Connects Residents to Critical Resources
Montgomery County officials are urging residents to attend the United in Service and Support Community Resource Fair on Sunday, Dec. 8, from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. at the Executive… Read More
Councilmembers Mark National Breast Cancer Awareness Month
During October’s National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, members of the county council urged women to get their mammograms regularly. On Tuesday, two council members talked about their personal battles with… Read More