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.

Abandoned Baby, White House Fence Jumper, Walter Reed Lockdown + Missing Boy's Third Birthday: News Nearby

Maryland's top posts include Fourth of July mayhem, memorial for former NFL player and coach, HdG cancels fireworks and trooper arrested.

Family Clings to Hope as Missing Boy's Third Birthday Passes

Missing Hoggle siblings gone for nearly 10 months; father and grandmother mark Jacob's third birthday with no new leads.

Police: Restaurant Owner Chased Down Customer, Sexually Assaulted Her

The co-owner of Mamma Lucia restaurant reportedly groped a Rockville customer and exposed himself, police say.

Good News! Bel Air Kids Thank Cops, Gov. Hogan Thanks Well-Wishers, Boy Survives Eight-Story Fall + World Police Games

Plus, Annapolis Irish Festival, Towson filmmakers honored, First Sunday Arts Fest, kung fu school opens, cop for a day and more from Patch.

Bear Sightings, Bug-Infused Milkshakes, Hogan Strong: News Nearby

Teens killed in double fatal crash, Preakness location up for debate, Walmart robbed and more headlines from Maryland Patches.

SoberRide Reminder: Get Free Taxi Ride Home on Fourth of July

Partiers in Montgomery and Prince George's counties can use the service Saturday night and Sunday morning.

Nearly 300 Jobs: Patch's BIG LIST of Maryland Jobs

Coca-Cola, Macy's, Food Lion, US Foods, Montgomery College and more have jobs listed on the Patch Jobs Board.

What Fireworks Are Legal In Maryland?

While state law allows some sparklers, several cities and counties prohibit those, as well as other fireworks.

49 Parades, Fireworks Displays Across Maryland

What's your favorite way to celebrate the Fourth of July? Tell us in the comments!

Showers Expected on Fourth of July, But...

The morning looks like a wet one across Maryland, but evening firework plans might still be saved.

Full Schedule of Montgomery County Fourth of July Fireworks

Parades, live music and other fun is planned across the area on July 4.

'Doctor Who' Event; Fourth of July 5K, Parades, Picnics, Fireworks; Autism Speaks 5K; Art Walk: MoCo Weekend Events

Plus No BS! Brass Band, artists exhibit at Glenview Mansion, "Garfield, Musical With Cattitude," Impossible: A Happenstance Circus + more.

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.

Boy Survives 8-Story Fall, CVS Arson Arrest, 'House of Cards' Lands Neve Campbell, Best Time to Cross Bay Bridge: News Nearby

Maryland's top posts include Fourth of July schedules, $4K stolen from church, $1K in beauty products missing, heroin raid + find cheap gas.

Find Cheapest Gas in Montgomery for Fourth of July Travel

Gas prices at the pump have dropped by a few cents the last couple of weeks, and gas is almost $1 a gallon cheaper than last year.

Boater's Body Found, Gas Station Canopy Falls in Storm, Car Crashes Into Liquor Store: News Nearby

Some top posts in Maryland, including a black bear racing to beat traffic. Plus, how to share your local news, events and pics at Patch.

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.

Black Bear Tries to Beat Montgomery Traffic

Here are most recent bear sightings in the county and safety tips to keep you from having a close encounter with a bear.

What Fireworks Are Legal In Maryland?

While state law allows some sparklers, several cities and counties prohibit those, as well as other fireworks.

Funeral Fundraiser, Sewage Overflow, Free Ride, Amtrak Suit: News Nearby

Kung fu school opens, special ed teacher pleads guilty to child porn and other headlines from Maryland Patches.

SoberRide: Get a Free Taxi Ride Home July 4

Partiers in Prince George's and Montgomery counties can use the service Saturday night and Sunday morning.

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.

Celebrate a safe 4th of July

The 4th of July means patriotism, cookouts and fireworks. A few precautions will help keep you safe around the grill and fireworks.

Underage Drinking Crash, Electrocution Deaths, Lyon Sisters Update, Preakness to Leave Pimlico?: News Nearby

Top posts in Maryland include murder charge in Harford cold case, CVS arson arrest, girl dies at boat race + 4K without water in Baltimore.

No E.Coli Cases Reported from Recalled Water in Maryland: Company

The company that supplies Giant, Wegmans, ShopRite, 7-Eleven, Acme and others with bottled water says water is safe, no illness reported.

Good News! Salon Offers Storm Respite, Playful City, Summer Road Trips + Good Samaritan

Plus, Telly Award for Harford cable, firefighters donate books to families in need, 750K oysters planted by volunteers and more from Patch.

300 Jobs: Patch's BIG LIST of Maryland Jobs

Dell, Nordstrom, Cobrain, Profunds, Marriott and more have jobs listed on the Patch Jobs Board.

Shark Sightings; Hot Car Death; Autopsy Leaked: News Nearby

Free-range parents exonerated, local bombing survivor testifies in Boston, scout leader dies on hike and other news from Maryland Patches.

Shark Stress, Strip Club Raid, Playful City: News Nearby

Independence parade canceled, teens killed after drinking party, marriage equality a right and other headlines from Maryland Patches.

Flash Flood Watch Issued for Montgomery County

The National Weather Service says heavy rain is in the weekend forecast.

Impossible Happenstance Circus, County Heritage Days, Outdoor Concerts Galore: Montgomery Weekend Events

Plus, "Garfield, The Musical With Cattitude," Jeff from Accounting band, The Platters, "The Wedding Singers," and more.

Independent Pharmacy Opens in Montgomery Village, MD

The Village Pharmacy opens its doors in Montgomery Village - the first independent pharmacy to do so in over two years.

Reward Offered in Deadly Assault of 60-Year-Old

Montgomery County Police believe someone saw the attack on a Montgomery Village street. Tipsters can remain anonymous.

Police Shooting, #OCSHARK, Former Towson President Dies + Fugitive Jailed: News Nearby

Top posts in Maryland include storm photos, lawsuit over gerrymandering, Congressional reaction to Obamacare, deadly tow truck crash, more.

Schools Will Provide Thousands of Free Summer Lunches

The Summer Food Service Program will bridge the off-season nutrition gap for children 18 and younger.

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.

Storm Damage, Freddie Gray Autopsy, 750K Oysters Planted: News Nearby

Top posts in Maryland include a Boston bombing survivor speaks, investigation ends in NSA shooting, storm crash victims identified, more.

Victim of Crash Caused by Storm Identified: Police

Montgomery County Police say an elderly Poolesville man died Tuesday night when his pickup truck hit a tree in the road.