Public Education Budget Forums To Be Held By County Leaders

Montgomery County government and school officials will host five public education budget hearings starting on Wednesday, Feb. 20.

Councilmember To Visit Ethiopia With Residents, Community Leaders

Councilmember Craig Rice will join a team of community leaders and members on a cultural trip to Ethiopia starting Wednesday, Jan. 16.

Meet The 2019 Gaithersburg-Germantown Chamber Board Of Directors

The Gaithersburg-Germantown Chamber of Commerce introduces its 2019 Board of Directors.

$469K In Bribes From Ukraine, Russia Send Federal Employee To Prison

A worker at a DOE facility in Germantown has been sentenced to prison for accepting $469K in bribes from Russian and Ukrainian interests.

Deported Soccer Star, Brother 'Don't Have A Future' In El Salvador

Two Germantown brothers deported with no criminal past are trying to rebuild their lives in deadly El Salvador, reports The Washington Post.

How to Reach Germantown’s Representatives in Congress

Want to share your views with the Congressman from your district or one of Maryland's U.S. senators? Here's how to reach out to them.

Germantown Regal Cinema to Show Presidential Debate Wednesday

The free showing of the live debate between Hillary Clinton and Donald will start at 9 p.m. ET Wednesday at Germantown's Regal Cinema.

Maryland Municipal League to Host 2016 Convention

Largest Annual Statewide Gathering of City, Town Leaders from Around Maryland Features 200-plus Exhibitors, Workshops, Networking.

Edwards Leads Van Hollen in Senate Race: Poll

The poll also shows that if Rep. Elijah Cummings, D-Baltimore, entered the race, he would lead both candidates.

Confederate Statue Could Be Moved By End Of Year

A Montgomery County official has asked for permission to move the embattled statue to the Beall-Dawson Historic Park.

Gov. Hogan to Meet With Pope Francis in DC

Maryland's governor will meet with the pontiff on Thursday and seek a blessing for cancer patients everywhere, Hogan says.

Metro Tips on How to Get Around During Pope's Visit: Watch

Metro created English and Spanish versions of a video telling DC area visitors how to navigate the transit system during the papal visit.

Pope's Washington Visit Means Transportation Delays

Pope Francis will arrive at Joint Base Andrews on Tuesday and meet with the president, Congress and a million or more followers.

O'Malley Scopes Out Legal Marijuana in Colorado

Democratic presidential hopeful has been touting his efforts as governor to decriminalize marijuana as he campaigns around the country.

Purple Line Informational Open House Tonight: Reminder

Maryland Transit Administration staffers will be in Silver Spring Sept. 17 to review changes to the proposed light rail line.

$141M Silver Spring Transit Center Opens Sept. 20

Four years and estimated $50 million over budget, the transit center will open for use Sunday with service on the Red Line and bus routes.

Removal of Confederate Memorials Weighed 150 Years After Civil War

City leaders in Rockville, Baltimore, and Frederick are all discussing whether to remove memorials to the Confederacy.

Later, Gator: Squatter Wrangled from Backyard Koi Pond

A young, three-foot alligator was fished out of a koi pond and corralled in a pet carrier for a trip to a new home Friday.

Letter to Editor: Confederate Statue Unfit to Stand on Public Land

A Silver Spring resident writes that the statue was donated 50 years after the end of the Civil War to burnish the legacy of slavery.

Federal Employees Encouraged to Telework During Pope's Visit to DC

Traffic, crowded public transportation expected during three-day visit in September.

Purple Line Open House Chance for Residents to Ask Questions

Maryland Transit Administration staffers will be in Silver Spring Sept. 17 to review changes to the proposed light rail line.

PG County Pledges Another $20M to Purple Line

The county executive upped the total money earmarked to $120 million; last month Montgomery County pledged another $40 million.

Six Democratic Debates Set for 2016 Primary Cycle

Former Maryland Gov. Martin O'Malley, Sen. Bernie Sanders balk; DNC threatens to punish candidates.

Group Offers Ideas on What to Do with Confederate Statue

The Montgomery County executive says the soldier memorial will be removed; a group offers ideas on next steps.

Maryland Sales Tax-Free Week 2015: When, What Qualifies

The 2015 tax-free week gives shoppers a break on some back-to-school essentials. Find out what is tax-free and what's not.

Gov. Larry Hogan on New Look: 'First Lady Says I'm Still Sexy'

Maryland's governor, who is undergoing chemotherapy treatments, shared a photo of his new "dome."

American Legion Bridge Fix Needs Montgomery County's Help

The Fairfax County Board approved a resolution to improve traffic patterns on the bridge, and it hopes Montgomery County can assist.

Bill Aims to Curb Predatory Towing in Montgomery County

Montgomery County Council members have approved restrictions on tow operators, banning spotters, limiting fees and more.

What Should Rockville, County Do With Confederate Statue?

Rockville city leaders are asking for feedback on what to do with the statue near the brick courthouse. County executive says it must go.

Wells Fargo Executive's Family Sues Following Death in Amtrak Crash

Abid Gilani of Rockville was one of eight people who died in a June Amtrak crash in Philadelphia.

Maryland Attorney General Pushes for Recall of Confederate License Plate: Report

The Maryland Sons of Confederate Veterans plate had previously been protected under First Amendment.

MoCo Traffic Alert: Where to Find Lane Closures Over Weekend

State highway crews will have parts of East West Highway and I-370 closed at times over the weekend for work.

Traffic Alert: Lanes Closed Overnight on Capital Beltway in Bethesda Area

Emergency repairs on a bridge deck mean lanes will be closed on the outer loop of Interstate 495.

What's Open, Closed in Montgomery County for Fourth of July Holiday 2015? ICYMI

Libraries, bus and rail service and more will be affected by the Fourth of July holiday.

What's Open, Closed in Montgomery County for Fourth of July Holiday 2015?

Libraries, bus and rail service and more will be affected by the Fourth of July holiday.

Vatican Releases Pope's Itinerary for D.C. Visit

Pope Francis will meet the president and speak to Congress before attending World Meeting of Families in September.

Maryland Congressional Delegation Applauds Obamacare Ruling

The U.S. Supreme Court voted 6-3 to reject a challenge to President Obama's health-care subsidies.

Lawsuit: Throw Out State's Gerrymandered Congressional Districts

The watchdog group Judicial Watch says Maryland has the most distorted congressional district maps in the country.

Mayor Calls for End to Confederate Flag License Plate in Maryland

Baltimore Mayor Stephanie Rawlings-Blake notes recent U.S. Supreme Court decision giving states the right to deny Confederate flag plates.

Gov. Larry Hogan Diagnosed With 'Advanced' Cancer

Governor is set to begin aggressive chemotherapy treatment, he announced Monday afternoon.