GOOD NEWS! Pluto Pics, Dog Rescue, Olympic Dreams + New Giant Store

Plus, endangered manatee visits bay, school system honored, new businesses, Howard County group receives $52K grant and more from Patch.

Sobriety Checkpoints Target Drunk Drivers Saturday Night: ICYMI

Montgomery County Police will conduct sobriety checks July 18-19.

Snake House Twist, Pluto Pics, Manatee in Maryland: News Nearby

Jailed sex offender indicted in cold case, two rescues at scenic viewpoint and more headlines from Maryland Patches.

370 Job Openings: Patch's BIG LIST of Maryland Jobs

General Dynamics, T. Rowe Price, Toys R Us, Panera, H&R Block and more have jobs listed on the Patch Jobs Board.

Sobriety Checkpoint, U-Haul Bandits, Confederate Controversy: News Nearby

Two security guards shot, Harbor Tunnel money grabbers may face charges and more headlines from Maryland Patches.

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.

Sobriety Checkpoint Planned for Saturday Night

Montgomery County Police will conduct sobriety checks July 18-19.

Rockville Church Youth Pastor Charged with Rape

Montgomery County Police say the 24-year-old man initiated a sexual relationship with a 13-year-old girl.

Weekend Heatwave: When Will 'Feels Like' Temps Hit 104 Degrees?

National Weather Service forecasts weekend, Sunday especially, to be a scorcher in Montgomery County.

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.

Poison ivy creeps into summer

Warmer temperatures mean more of us are enjoying the outdoors. It also means many of us will feel the itch of poison ivy.

'House of Cards' Casting, 'Smell of Death,' Manatee Visits Bay + Rams Head Guilty Plea: Nearby News

Police officers injured by drivers, teen charged in flag burning, and welfare fraud suspect who owns a BMW are some of Maryland's top posts.

Bags Burned Smelled Like 'Death' Says Lyon Sisters Witness

A sex offender has been indicted in the murder of two Wheaton girls who vanished in 1975. Investigators are looking at other suspects.

Arrest in Lyons Sisters Cold Case, Fatal Shooting at Metro Station, Hogan Endorses in GOP Primary: News Nearby

Some top posts in Maryland, including the latest in Freddie Gray case. Plus, how to share your local news, events and pics.

Pro-Business Maryland Legislators Rated in Annual Scorecard

Assessment is Maryland Business for Responsive Government’s 30th Edition

Earth to Pluto, Naked Tasing, Dumpster Arsonist: News Nearby

Delegate charged in alleged breast flashing; agent who sold 'snake house' hisses at lawsuit; and more headlines from Maryland Patches.

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.

Flash Flood Watch Issued for Montgomery County

The watch will last from 2 p.m. Tuesday until 2 a.m. Wednesday.

Olympic Hopeful, Home Alone Baby, Chief's Sudden Death, Annapolis Mansion Fire: Nearby News

Maryland's top posts include Blueberry the beagle's rescue from burning house, Diana Ross coming to Bethesda, NASA's best pix of Pluto ever.

Good News! Best Foodie Cities, Bel Air Sub Shop Opening, Diner to be Preserved

Plus, fight against youth smoking, business openings, Bowie's 100th anniversary, heroes on parade, and more from Patch.

300 Job Openings: Patch's BIG LIST of Maryland Jobs

FDA, Target, BB&T, North Face, General Dynamics and more have jobs listed on the Patch Jobs Board.

How Far Does $100 Go In Maryland?

A new study confirms what many Maryland residents already know.

Infant Abandoned, Diner Deal, Trooper Hit: Maryland News

Top cop fired, missing kids possibly spotted at airport, person plunges to death at park and more from Maryland Patches.

Maryland Police Target Aggressive Driving in July

There are seven behaviors that constitute aggressive driving under Maryland law.

Do Minions Happy Meal Toys Curse?

WTF? Some parents say they clearly hear F-bombs coming from the little potty mouths. Tell us what you think in comments.

Party Shooting, Pot Bust, Car Hits Building: News Nearby

Mother found not competent, military cuts hit close to home and more news from Maryland Patches.

Missing Hoggle Kids: Mom Not Competent to Stand Trial

Sarah and Jacob Hoggle have been gone for 10 months; their schizophrenic mother is charged with child neglect in their disappearance.

Weekend Weather: When to Get Outside in Montgomery County

Showers and thunderstorms are in the forecast, but not the whole weekend. Here's the forecast.

Bethesda Art Walk, Restaurant Opening, Fillmore '80s vs '90s Dance Party: MoCo Weekend Events

Plus author Charlie Wilson, "Garfield, Musical With Cattitude," bike ride around Rockville, Picnic in the Park, "The Producers" + more.

Suspected Teen Rapist, Smoking Crackdown, Abandoned Baby's Dad + Hoggle Kids Sighting: Nearby News

Maryland's top posts include possible crime triangle in Howard County, boat explosion, murder arrest, suicide at state park and diner saved.

Missing Hoggle Kids: Sighting in Ohio Airport Reported

Sarah and Jacob Hoggle have been gone for 10 months; grandmother says a tip put the kids at the Toledo airport from a Florida flight.

The Charlie Daniels Band Coming to Charles Town Event Center

Hollywood Casino is Bringing the Jams All Summer Long

Judge Rules Suspected Teen Rapist Can Attend School

The 16-year-old is accused of raping his former girlfriend, who died later that night en route to the hospital.

Baltimore's Top Cop Fired, Redskins Lose in Court, Three Dead in Shooting: News Nearby

Some top posts in Maryland, including a trooper struck during a traffic stop on I-95. Plus, how you can share your local news and events.

Rockville Lands on 10 Best Foodie Cities List

The city's independent restaurant scene, healthy food choices and inventive chefs win praise. What's your favorite local eatery?

Redskins Sacked in Federal Case Over Team's Name

A Virginia judge cancels the team's trademark, following lawsuit by Native Americans. It could cost the team millions of dollars.

Corrections Officer Charged with Sex Offenses Against Inmate

Montgomery County Police say a Laurel officer attempted to rape a woman on a community service detail in Rockville.

Rogue Zip-Liners, Upskirt Filmer, MS-13 Bust: News Nearby

Department ends helicopter program, police impersonator on the loose and other news from Maryland Patch sites.

El Salvadoran Gang Members Indicted in Murders, Conspiracy

Federal prosecutors say two men from Montgomery County controlled the gang's activities here and in Prince George's County.

Group of Rogue Zip-Liners Cited by U.S. Park Police

The group set up its own zip-line and tried to ride from the Billy Goat Trail on Maryland side of the Potomac River to Virginia.