ePlans Streamline Development Permit Application Process

The new filing system debuted last week.

Montgomery County Lawmakers Under Fire for Attempts to Weaken Weapons Ban

A Washington Post editorial calls out Simmons and Dumais for push to exempt AR-15s from a proposed weapons ban. Montgomery County lawmakers say they were mischaracterized in the editorial.

Federal Worker Furloughs Could Begin April 21

Defense Department would see the largest number of furloughs.

135th White House Easter Egg Roll Could be Scrambled by Sequestration

Mandatory budget cuts could cancel the century-old tradition.

Golf Clubs? Pocket Knife? Spring Break Safe Flying Tips

A guide to current Transportation Security Administration rules.

Report: No Possible Move to White Flint for 2nd District Police Station

White Flint implementation coordinator tells The Gazette she made a "misstatement" at a recent committee meeting.

Metro Ridership Down, Revenue and Overtime Pay Up

Although ridership dropped, a fare increase boosted revenues.

Report: Montgomery County Police Could Get 1st Pay Raise in 4 Years

County lawmakers question how raises will affect the $134 million budget hole in fiscal year 2014.

New Assistant Police Chiefs Confirmed by Council

Cmd. Luther Reynolds, Commander of Germantown-based 5th District, is among the County Executive’s appointees.

Report: Ervin Strikes Back, Seeks Legal Action Against Political Attack Website

Montgomery County Councilwoman Valerie Ervin plans to take legal action against www.valunmasked.com, The Washington Examiner reported.

Montgomery County Government Pays $63 Million in Overtime in 18-Month Span

New study cites abuse and lax management as reasons for inflated figures.

Top Maryland News: New Law for Sex Offenders, Casinos Strike it Rich, Near Miss for Baby in Stroller

Do you know what development is coming to your area? How rich is your town? All the business, police and community news you may have missed.

Maryland Politicians Discuss Sequester’s Impact on BWI, State Businesses

Southwest Airlines so far has not made any changes to prepare for sequestration. “At this point, we do not anticipate any significant impact immediately to our operations,” Southwest Airlines spokesman Chris Mainz said.

Thousands of Maryland Workers Could Face Furloughs Due to Sequestration

Furloughs and layoffs could be in the tens of thousands in Maryland alone.

Violence Against Women Act Passes Final Hurdle in the House

This bill meets a compelling human need. It helps families, it helps police officers and it helps our communities,” Sen. Barbara Mikulski said.

Senate Approves Gov. O’Malley’s Gun Control Bill, Next Stop the House

Sen. Brian Frosh supported the restrictions, saying that the answer to the gun violence problem isn’t more guns.

Van Hollen Praises PSC for Utility Company Order

The Maryland Public Service Commission issued an order on Wednesday directing electricity companies to improve service reliability and resiliency.

Sequestration: Maryland Leaders Call It a Long Word for Economic Pain

Are Potomac's federal workers and others worried about the threat of sequestration cuts?

Sequestration Could Choke Flow of Money in Potomac, Other Parts of Maryland

Local politicians sound off on possibility of massive federal spending cuts.

What Does Potomac Love About Maryland? Gov. O'Malley Wants to Know

Share with your neighbors and friends in the Maryland Love Project.

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.

Bill to Require Headgear in Girls Lacrosse Withdrawn

The bill was withdrawn after it received strong resistance from leaders of Maryland’s lacrosse community.

Reports: Legislation Could Raise Gas Bill for Marylanders

A Montgomery County state senator is opposing a bill that would allow gas companies to update old pipelines at a faster pace.

Brickyard Road Controversy Goes Back To Court

Is Montgomery County's lease with the Montgomery County school board legal?

Congressman Delaney Opens District Office In Gaithersburg

"It's the first time we've ever had a congressional office within city limits," Gaithersburg Mayor Sidney A. Katz said.

Saturday Mail Delivery to End, Postal Service Announces

The U.S. Postal Service announced it will end Saturday mail delivery by Aug. 1. Speak out: How will this affect you?

Casino Revenue Essentially Flat in January

Maryland Live! saw revenue decline slightly despite the first full month of 24-hour gambling.

Libraries Expand Borrowing Privileges

The changes will take effect Feb. 17.

'Budgetpalooza' to Dissect Starr's Plan for Montgomery County Schools

Parent and civic groups to take a 'chapter-by-chapter' look at the $2.2 billion proposal.

Maryland Ranks in Top 5 in U.S. for Government Transparency

Maryland gets extremely high grade.

General Assembly Notes: Is Annapolis 'Clobbering' Montgomery County Taxpayers?

What's going on in Annapolis that affects Montgomery County?

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.

Speak Out: What Does Potomac Think About Gun Control?

Tell us your response to the recent op-ed titled "Pretend Gun Laws."

Potomac's Delaney Takes Leadership Role on Capitol Hill

Maryland's newest member of Congress says he's ready to "get things done."

Stamp Prices Increase: What You Need to Know for Your Next Trip to the Potomac Post Office

First-class postal rates are going up for the second time in two years.

County Council: Residents Dislike Proposed Smoking Ban, BRT Study Funding Slash and More

Notable outcomes include county residents speaking out against a proposed smoking ban, Council cutting funding for a bus study in half, and the approval of a controversial apartment complex in Bethesda.

County Sponsors Budget Conversation in Bethesda

Have your say in Montgomery County's fiscal year 2014 operating budget tonight.

Would You Cross the Potomac for Cheaper Gas?

A potential increase in the Maryland gas tax and the elimination of a gas tax in Virginia could trigger migration.

County Bus Services Expand To Park Potomac

Will you be affected by route changes?

On The County Agenda: Rapid Transit System Public Hearing and More

The Montgomery County Council will meet today at 9:30 a.m. in Rockville.