Scientists Deal with Shutdown Fallout, Fear for Future of Research

“You can’t just turn science on and off like a switch,” said Joanne Carney, director of the American Association for the Advancement of Science’s Office of Government Relations.

Patchwork of State Marriage Laws Puts Maryland Same-Sex Couples at Risk

Same-sex couples face legal issues in parenting that straight couples do not.

Maryland’s Largest Tea Party Group Says It's Gaining Support

It's called the Maryland Society of Patriots.

Gansler Gives Statement on Appearance at Party with Underage Drinking

The gubernatorial candidate attributes bad publicity to politics.

Data Shows Maryland Communities Becoming More Politically Polarized

Republicans have strongholds where Democrats used to reign and vice versa, according to figures from the Sunlight Foundation.

County Council Pay Raise Approved

Pay hike would be phased in over the course of four years, The Washington Post reports.

Maryland Obamacare Website Improving But Not There Yet

Have you tried to log on? So far, 2,400 households have reportedly enrolled.

Boyds Resident Joins Montgomery County Delegation

David Fraser-Hidalgo sworn in Monday

Back to Work: Government Shutdown is Over

Congress votes to reopen government, raise the debt ceiling.

Republican Backs Mizeur’s Bid for Governor

Former Rep. Wayne Gilchrest says Del. Heather Mizeur will be the strongest advocate for the state’s environment.

Van Hollen: Rules Rigged to Extend Shutdown

U.S. Rep. Christopher Van Hollen demonstrates how a recent rule alteration made by the House of Representatives complicates ending the government shutdown. The video has gone viral on the internet.

The Week's Top Headlines: Orioles Game Family Nightmare, Police Officer Slain, Community Stalwart's Shocking Deed

The Maryland news you may have missed before taking off for Labor Day.

Casinos Generate Nearly $385 Million for Maryland in FY 2013

Casinos in Maryland contributed to the state's education and racing funds, plus business and local communities.

Federal Furloughs: Pentagon Cuts Mandated Days Off from 11 to 6

Unpaid leave for hundreds of thousands of civilian Department of Defense employees began in July as part of federal budget cuts.

Germantown, Clarksburg Portions of Corridor Cities Transitway on Hold

State officials: Plans are moving ahead on the southern section of the bus route.

Where Does Maryland Stand on Abortion?

Find out the proposed and current legislation on abortion in Maryland.

Leggett Files Appeal to Pepco Rate Increase

Montgomery County Executive: State regulator’s decision is “premature and unwise.”

Heather Mizeur: ‘I’m Running for Governor Because I Love This State’

The Takoma Park delegate will run in a crowded field of hopefuls for Maryland governor.

Report: Darnestown Man Sues County Officials Over 2011 Fire

The Gazette: Man says Montgomery County officials are withholding information about a 2011 brush fire that destroyed his property.

Where Should We Build in Montgomery County?

Forums on construction and planning priorities are planned throughout the county this month.

Montgomery County Judge Becomes First Woman on State’s Highest Court

Mary Ellen Barbera was appointed Chief Judge by Gov. Martin O’Malley.

Report: Why is Montgomery County Late in Posting Tax Bills?

The Gazette: Property tax bills are about a week late this year.

Driving in Maryland: Cost Much? Double Tax Whammy Hits July 1

Maryland motorists will pay nearly 4 cents per gallon more in taxes while Virginia residents will see a decrease of 6 cents.

Chickens, Goats, County Inns, Christmas Trees on Council Committee's Agenda

The council's committee on planning, housing and economic development delves into the nitty-gritty on farm animals, Christmas trees and country inns in its review of the county planning board's proposed zoning code update.

Who's Running for Montgomery County Executive?

The Gazette: With Leggett in, many others are out.

County Council Considers Changes to Bag Tax

Should the county's bag tax be altered so that it applies only to bags from food stores?

WSSC Proposes 7.25 Percent Rate Increase

Montgomery County Council's Transportation, Infrastructure, Energy and Environment Committee reviews the request on Monday morning.

Brickyard Site No Longer Slated for Soccer Fields

The county school board voted to cancel its lease of the Brickyard site in Potomac with the county, which had planned to develop the site with soccer fields.

From Ideas to Reality: Speaker Series Focuses on Smart Planning

The Montgomery County Planning Board's speaker series this month features urban planners talking about how to turn ideas into reality.

Council In The Community: Quince Orchard Park Meeting Notes

Gaithersburg Mayor Sidney Katz, the City Council and other city officials met with the Quince Orchard Park community Tuesday night.

Montgomery County Libraries Expand Borrowing Privileges

The changes will take effect Feb. 17.

Kennedy Center Plans $100 Million Expansion, Including Stage Floating on Potomac

Big changes proposed for 42-year-old local landmark.

Maryland Lt. Gov. Schedules Town Hall In Rockville

Maryland Lt. Gov. Anthony G. Brown will discuss the governor’s public safety agenda during a town hall Wednesday, Feb. 6 in Rockville.

North Potomac Community Center Flagged for Delay

Construction would begin in winter 2013 under County Executive Isiah Leggett’s proposed amendments to the six-year capital spending plan

Online Chat to Focus on Homeowner, Condominium Association Disputes

Montgomery County's Office of Consumer Protection director will field questions.

Wednesday's Wintry Weather Mix Rumples Road Conditions

Forecast called for less than an inch of sleet, ice.

Potomac Resident Jailed in Cuba Prison For Three Years

Judy Gross continues to fight for her husband Alan’s release and has sued the U.S. government for failing to protect him.

County’s Newest Park Opens in Darnestown Saturday

Ribbon-cutting ceremony for Darnestown Heritage Park set for 9:30 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 10

Election 2012: Darnestown, North Potomac Polling Places

Where to cast your ballot on Election Day.

Montgomery County Election Results 2012

Updates on the 2012 national and state elections will be posted here.