MoCo in the Snow
It wasn’t the worst January snowstorm ever – not a Snowzilla or a Snowmageddon. But it did have hang power and parts of the DMV remain frozen and struggling to… Read More
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Snow and ice block county bus stops, disrupt public transit
Days after a major winter storm swept through the county, many bus stops and sidewalks remain blocked by snow and ice, forcing riders to wait in the street and step… Read More
How to remove your car from the snow and ‘icephalt’
Frozen snow can trap your vehicle in place, making it nearly impossible to get out. If your car is stuck in what may seem like “icephalt” (ice and asphalt), here’s… Read More
Neighborhood chat groups tell the real story of frustration over snow removal
If there is one common theme stewing among residents after the historic snowfall of Jan. 25—the largest snowstorm in more than a decade, according to the National Weather Service—it’s that… Read More
Check When Your Street Will Get Plowed
As of Monday morning, Montgomery County transportation department crews have plowed emergency roads and are working on residential streets, according to the county’s online Winter Storm Information Portal. Residents can… Read More
Montgomery County becomes a ‘Winter Wonderland’ amid January snow
It’s the first major snow of 2026, and while the wintry mix is shutting down the streets, MCM’s news and production teams are hard at work reporting on the storm… Read More
Monday snow closings for schools and government announced
Montgomery County government non-emergency services will be closed Monday. Government facilities, including libraries, recreation centers, aquatic centers and senior centers, also will be closed. All activities scheduled through Community Use… Read More
Enjoy the snow and check out these sledding hills in county parks
The snow is here and still coming down. With Montgomery County under a snow emergency, many places are closed. Seems like a great time to go sledding. “It’s time to… Read More
Montgomery County leaders urge residents to prepare for winter storm
Montgomery County leaders are urging residents to take winter storm warnings seriously as a potentially hazardous system is expected to bring snow, ice, and dangerously cold temperatures to the region.… Read More
MCPS to Update School Status Early Thursday Morning
Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) sent out a message at 4:50 p.m. regarding school on Thursday. According to the message, MCPS will monitor the weather (light snow is forecast) and… Read More
Schools to Open on Time Thursday
Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) will open on time Thursday following Wednesday’s snow day. Before and after-school childcare programs and community use will go on as scheduled, according to MCPS.… Read More
Downed Wires, Dozens of Crashes During Tuesday Snow
County fire and rescue responded to more than 150 calls for service over a four-hour period during heavy snow Tuesday night. Most were weather-related, including dozens of crashes, and wires… Read More