Teen Facing First-Degree Murder Charges For 2025 Shooting

Jaden Proctor, a 17-year-old from Germantown, is facing multiple charges, including first-degree murder for a November shooting.

This Community Clinched A National Designation

Germantown was given a new national designation as a 2026 IMBA Trail Town for its commitment to celebrating trail systems.

Teens Charged With Attempted Murder For Grocery Store Shooting: Police

Two teenagers have been charged for the March 20 shooting that took place at the Giant Food grocery store in Germantown, police said.

1 Injured, 2 Suspects Sought After Germantown Grocery Store Shooting

Montgomery County police said the store was filled with customers when the shooting occurred.

Repairs Underway As Sewer Main Collapses Near School

Repairs continue in Germantown after a sewer main collapse prompted road and school closures.

MoCo Artist Shines Bright On Oscars Stage

Rei Ami, a Germantown native, landed in the Oscars' limelight Sunday, making up one-third of the musical trio who sing "Golden."

MoCo Emergency Facility To Close Its Doors

Adventist HealthCare will close down its Germantown Emergency Center in July, the group has confirmed.

1 Killed, 1 Injured In 3-Car Crash In Damascus

Authorities said the crash happened Monday night on Ridge Road in Montgomery County.

'We're Not Going To Be Silenced': Students Hold Anti-ICE Walkout

Seneca Valley High School students hosted an "ICE out" walkout on Thursday to protest the heightened immigration crackdown in the county.

Family Displaced After Fire At Mobile Home Park

A family was displaced after an electrical failure resulted in a power line fire at the Middlebrook Gardens Mobile Home Park.

MoCo Banker Wins Over $150K From Lottery

The Montgomery County resident purchased a $5 FAST PLAY ticket that resulted in a six-figure prize.

No Injuries Reported After Fire Breaks Out At Clarksburg Premium Outlets

Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Service crews responded to reports of a fire at the Talbots Outlet on Friday. No injuries were reported.

Fireplace Ashes Left In Germantown Garage Cause $250K Damage

A family and several pet reptiles were displaced by fire late Saturday after fireplace ashes were left inside a garage, authorities said.

2 Injured, Family Displaced After $400K Fire Breaks Out In Damascus

A $400,000 fire at a Damascus townhouse displaced a family as dozens of firefighters worked to extinguish the flames, authorities said.

$50K MD Lottery Ticket Sold At MoCo Gas Station

A $50,000 winning ticket from the Maryland Lottery was claimed at a Germantown gas station by a Boyds resident shopping on a whim.

Germantown Man ID'ed Who Died Single-Car Crash

Police have identified a man who died in a collision Wednesday on Bethesda Church Road in Montgomery County.

Man Dies In Single-Car Crash In Montgomery County

Police said the fatal crash occurred near the intersection of Bethesda Church Road and Johnson Drive.

Teen Charged In Crash That Killed Germantown Woman

Police said the teen was under the influence of alcohol and marijuana at the time of the July crash.

Former MoCo Church Teacher Sentenced For Sexually Abusing Minors

The former Germantown church teacher previously pleaded guilty to multiple counts of sexual abuse of a minor.

Germantown Teen Facing Manslaughter Charge After Deadly Crash

The 18-year-old turned himself in to authorities after he was charged, police said.

Germantown Man Killed In Single-Car Crash In Damascus

Montgomery County police said the collision occurred shortly after 4 a.m. Sunday.

Man Fatally Struck By Train In Montgomery County

Police said the collision happened Tuesday on Great Seneca Highway in Germantown.

Man Charged With Murder After Woman Fatally Shot At Germantown Park

The shooting claimed the life of a 34-year-old Germantown woman, according to police.

3 Teens Charged In Series Of Shootings In Montgomery County

In one incident, police said one of the teens attempted to shoot a student getting off a school bus near Neelsville Middle School.

Peeping Tom Dressed As Woman To Sneak Into MoCo Locker Rooms: Police

Authorities said the accused peeping Tom would record women once he gained entry to the locker rooms at local gyms.

Song Dog Farm Distillery Sets Grand Opening Date

A grain-to-glass distillery, tasting room, and cocktail bar is opening in Montgomery County. A grand opening will feature free tastings.

Chesterbrook Academy® Preschool Locations in Maryland to Host Open House Filled with Fall Festivities

Interested families are invited to tour the school, meet school leaders, learn about the curriculum, and engage in fall-themed activities

2 Stabbed As Group Of Teens Shoots Crowd With BB Guns

Montgomery County police said two people were stabbed in a fight after a group of teenage boys fired BB guns at a crowd in Germantown.

Police ID Pedestrian Fatally Struck By Car In Germantown

Montgomery County police said the collision occurred around 7:35 a.m. Wednesday.

Pedestrian Fatally Struck By Car In Germantown

Montgomery County police said the fatal mishap occurred around 7:35 a.m. Wednesday.

Missing Child With Autism Found Alive In Germantown Pond

The child was reported missing on Wednesday after he wandered away from his home, police said.

Germantown Dad Accused Of Holding Son At Knifepoint, Threatening To Kill Him

The man is facing several charges following the incident, Montgomery County police said.

Police ID Woman Killed In Crash On Great Seneca Highway

Authorities have released the name of a Germantown woman who died when she was thrown from her car in a crash Monday night.

1 Killed In Crash On Great Seneca Highway In MoCo

Authorities said the two-car collision occurred on Monday night.

Man Arrested After 3 People Shot Outside His Germantown Home

The Germantown man is facing multiple charges, including attempted murder, following the Wednesday incident.

Chesterbrook Academy® Preschool Locations in Montgomery County to Host Open Houses

Interested families are invited to tour the school, meet school leaders, and learn about the exciting plans for the upcoming school year

2 Killed In Wrong-Way Crash On I-270, State Police Say

Two people died Saturday in a two-vehicle crash with one of the vehicles driving the wrong direction on Interstate 270 in Montgomery County.

Fireworks Near Me: Germantown July 4th 2025 Events

Your guide to fireworks and other July 4 celebrations in the Germantown area.

AAA Honors Montgomery County Student with Outstanding School Safety Patroller of the Year Award

Waters Landing Elementary Student Recently Honored

Juneteenth at Black RockCenter for the Arts

On Saturday June 21, The Juneteenth Celebration will be held at BlackRock Center for the Arts in Germantown MD featuring live music and arts