Highway Worker Killed, Anti-Semitic Fliers, Baltimore Protest Rally + Awesome Officer Praised

Plus rooftop police chase, school lockdown's cause, top spellers ousted, $10M lawsuit for school bus attack and more Maryland Patch news.

Would-Be Spelling Champ Gets 'Kokopu' Correct But is Out

A sixth-grader from Rocky Hill Middle School represented Montgomery County schools in the national competition.

Quadruple Murder Suspect Responds, 'House of Cards' Extras Needed, Freddie Gray Trial Update: News Nearby

Some top posts in Maryland, including a tuberculosis case at one Maryland high school. Plus, how you can share your local news and events.

Metro Ad with Cartoon Image of Mohammed Proposed

Metro stations in Bethesda, Rockville and Washington, DC, along with some buses, are being considered for the controversial ad.

Expect Lane Closures During East West Highway Work

Nighttime work and daytime single lane closures are scheduled starting June 1 in Bethesda and Silver Spring, say state highway officials.

Montgomery Student Competes in Scripps National Spelling Bee

A sixth-grader from Rocky Hill Middle School is representing Montgomery County schools in the national competition.

The Saga of the South Valley Restroom and Concession Stand

The Saga of the South Valley Restroom and Concession Stand has reached the tipping point. Unwanted and unnecessary before, the South Valley

Mutts Matter: Charming Mr. Riley

Meet Riley, an endearing Boxer who adores kids, has a lot of love to give, and will make a great family dog.

Patricide, Billion-Dollar Sale, Protests: News Nearby

Update on 'free-range' parents, cop and mother charged in murder and other news from Maryland Patches.

Neglect Finding Dropped Against Free-Range Parents

Maryland parents who let their kids walk home alone await ruling on third report of neglect. Their attorney plans to sue police and CPS.

Bobby Collins to Perform at Hollywood Comedy Club

Grammy-Nominated Comedian to Perform on May 29

7-Year-Old Pedestrian Killed, Bank Robber's Bomb Threat, Jay-Z's Freddie Gray Freestyle: News Nearby

Some top posts this weekend in Maryland, including 9 awesome pools on the market. Plus, how you can share your local news.

9 Awesome Pools Across Maryland

Dive into the water at these Maryland homes—all are for sale.

Two Near-Drownings, Diving Accident Reported at County's Pools

Montgomery County authorities say CPR was given to victims in two cases; all were taken to hospitals.

Season For Car Deaths Arrives: What Every Parent Should Know

More often than many realize, children are left in hot cars and the outcomes are tragic. Tips for parents and caregivers to prevent deaths.

ICYMI: When Do Pools Open in Montgomery County for Summer?

Montgomery County has seven outdoor pools that are ready to kick off summer.

Good News! $1M Lottery Ticket, First Female Blue Angel, Tax Policy Struck Down + Dog Park Seeks $100K Grant

Plus, summer concert and movie schedules, Bel Air police fight heroin deaths, no parallel parking on test + predatory towing crackdown.

Montgomery County Police Plan Blood, Food Drive

Sign up to give blood, and drop off non-perishable food items for the food pantry on June 2 at Gaithersburg police headquarters.

Taser Death, Rice Dismissed, Tesla Approved: Maryland News

Parallel parking dropped from driver's license exam, Serial podcast subject wins murder appeal and more headlines from Maryland Patches.

Memorial Day 2015 Weekend Weather Forecast

How hot will it be in Montgomery County for the unofficial start of summer?

Summer Getaways: Top Maryland Vacation Spots

From hiking trips to relaxing beach escapes, we've rounded up the best places to visit in Maryland, based on reader picks.

Quadruple Murder Arrest, Jay-Z's Baltimore Connection, Blue Angels Overhead: News Nearby

Police out in force for Memorial Day weekend, birdhouse build-off and other stories from Maryland Patches.

What's Open, Closed in Montgomery Co. on Memorial Day?

Find details for government offices, libraries, recycling and more here, plus times and dates for the festivities in Rockville.

When Do Pools Open in Montgomery County for the Summer?

Montgomery County has seven outdoor pools that are ready to kick off summer.

Memorial Day 2015 Gas Prices Climb: Use Patch Tool to Find Cheap Gas

Prices are rising at the gas pump, nationally and in Maryland, due to global increases in the price of crude oil.

Freddie Gray Indictments, Human Trafficking Arrest, Ray Rice Charge Dropped + Pool Safety Tips

Plus rabies in Harford, no more parallel parking on test, weekend trooper crackdown, mosquito spraying begins and predatory towing targeted.

Flag Display, Hometown Rockville Festival, Downtown Live Concert + Ultimate '80s Prom: Montgomery Weekend Events

Plus, Mambo Combo, teen health expo, evening paddle at state park, "Brighton Beach Memoirs," "Carousel," + Crystal Gayle at Bethesda club.

Van Hollen Introduces Legislation to Crack Down on Predatory Towing

Legislation will restore state and local governments’ ability to end predatory practices.

Maryland Removes Parallel Parking from Driving Test

Do you parallel park much in Montgomery Village?

Missing Driver's Body Found, Blue Angels in Annapolis, Arrest in Assault of 12-Year-Old: News Nearby

Some of our top posts in Maryland, including traffic tied up over spilled milk. Plus, how you can share your news and events on Patch.

Bowers to Serve as Interim Superintendent for 2015-16

Larry Bowers, who has served as Montgomery Schools chief since February, agreed to put off retirement for one more year.

Blue Angels, Serial Murder Appeal, $1M Powerball Ticket: News Nearby

Memorial Day weekend happenings and other stories from Maryland Patches.

O'Malley Invites Public to 'Special Announcement'

Former Maryland governor plans gathering on Federal Hill.

UPDATED: Union Hopes to Meet More Candidates When Superintendent Search Re-Boots

Top candidate for Montgomery County Schools superintendent bows out. Board members will make an interim appointment Wednesday.

Under Armour Recall, Taser Death, Income Tax Ruling + Neighbor Charged in Rockville Murders

Plus Hogan to re-open Annapolis barrack, mom tackles sex assault suspect, Tesla sales OKed in state, and boater dies, from Maryland Patches.

Rockville Student Wins Gaithersburg Book Festival Short Story Contest

Madeline Gresh won the competition for high-schoolers with her story “Waiting.”

Montgomery Village, MD Aging Experts Encourage Families to Bring Back the Sunday Dinner

New Program Collects Pledges from Area Families, Donates to Meals on Wheels

Tesla Motors Wins Right to Sell From Maryland Store

Before Gov. Larry Hogan signed a bill, Tesla shoppers could only look, not buy, at the company's Bethesda store.

Train Crash, Double Murder, Best High Schools: Maryland News

Military on alert, former professor sentenced and other top news of the week from Maryland Patches.

Man Dies Two Days After Police Use Taser to Make Arrest

Montgomery County Police are investigating the death of a Burtonsville man who was reportedly high on PCP when officers stunned him.