Where Do You Want to Cast Your Ballot?

Montgomery County will go from five early voting centers to eight or nine, thanks to a new state law.

College Loan Rates Likely Doubling Monday, Affects Thousands of Marylanders

Congress has yet to act on a cut, which is set to expire July 1, that has kept interest rates on college loans low.

Amtrak Jobs Help Veterans Get Back on Track

The rail service plans to hire 3,000 employees in the next year.

Strong Reaction in Maryland to Supreme Court Ruling on Same-Sex Marriage

Elected officials, religious leaders and advocacy groups all weigh in on the rulings on the Defense of Marriage Act and California's Proposition 8.

DOMA Struck Down by Supreme Court

The Defense of Marriage Act and California's Proposition 8 were both struck down by the Supreme Court Wednesday.

Could O'Malley Presidential Bid Hinge on Hillary Clinton's Plans?

The two-term Maryland governor tells the National Journal he's in a "year of discernment" when it comes to running in 2016.

Supreme Court Sends Affirmative Action Case Back to Lower Courts

Justices said that the University of Texas admissions policy must be reviewed with more scrutiny.

Report: 'Maryland Juice' Weighs General Assembly Run

Blogger David Moon told The Gazette that he will announce his candidacy for delegate soon.

Who's Running for Montgomery County Executive?

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

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

The council's committee on planning, housing and economic development delved 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.

Property Tax Increased for Montgomery County

The county's property tax will increase by 1.8 cents for every $100 of assessed property value.

Lawmakers Want to Reduce Scope of 'Overreaching' Bag Tax

Four Montgomery County Council members agreed that the one-year-old tax was not appropriate for non-food businesses.

Should Government Have a Say Over Ride-Sharing Apps, Services?

New “collaborative consumption” services can operate outside of consumer regulations.

ACLU Defends MCPS Student’s Choice Not to Stand for Pledge of Allegiance

The incident is the fourth such occurrence since 2005.

38 Maryland Cities are Prime Targets for Small Business Tax Audits

New data identifies the most likely tax cheats.

Van Hollen: Failure of Background Check Amendment is ‘Sickening Display of Political Cowardice’

The congressman accused lawmakers of bowing to special interests after the Senate rejected expanded background checks on firearms. Do you agree?

At-Risk Maryland Postal Workers Thanked by Hoyer in Ricin Case

Rep. Steny Hoyer, D-MD, calls Maryland postal workers selfless for the risks they sometimes face in national letter threats.

Parts of Capitol Hill Evacuated After Suspicious Packages, Envelope Found

Police reportedly are questioning a man in connection with the discoveries.

#MoCo Online: Celebrating National Library Week

The library is encouraging residents to 'C’mon, Get Appy.'

Half of Maryland Workforce: Retirement Plan? What Retirement Plan?

Lack of participation is said to jeopardize the state's economy in the future.

DC to Ban E-Cigarettes?

Two council members are seeking to ban the tobacco alternative from public places.

WSSC Proposes 7.25 Percent Rate Increase

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

#MoCo Online: New Parking Meters Near Shady Grove Adventist Hospital

Montgomery County will be installing 292 parking meters.

Montgomery County Council: Andrews Proposes Energy Tax Reduction

Plan aims to improve business competitiveness by reducing raises for county employees.

Parents Petition for Speed Cameras on Arlington Road

Bethesda Elementary parents have launched a change.org petition after a car struck a stroller carrying a 3-month-old baby near the school in February.

Report: Brickyard Farm Could Become School Site

The Gazette reports that the Brickyard Road property formerly used as an organic farm could be the new location for Potomac Elementary School.

#MoCo Online: Remembering Sgt. Hector Ayala

Montgomery County police recall Ayala's sacrifice in 2010.

Top Headlines Near Potomac: Dress Code Debacle, Cherry Blossom Delay, Apartment Fire Death

Get caught up on headlines from around Montgomery County.

Comptroller: Why You Should File Taxes Electronically

Maryland Comptroller Peter Franchot visited his office's Wheaton branch on Tuesday.

Rockville Pike Dedicated Bus Lane Proposal Heads Back to Planning Board

The planning board will once again take up a bus rapid transit concept, including a proposal to dedicate Rockville Pike travel lanes for the high-speed buses.

Montgomery County Launches Child Abuse Prevention Campaign in Rockville

Leggett: 'The message of the campaign is simple. One person can make a difference in a child’s life.'

#MoCo Online: What Montgomery County Is Doing with Social Media

County government disseminates information via social media. Patch brings it to you.

5 Public Hearings for County Budget Scheduled in April

Find out how you may comment on the budget proposals.

Van Hollen Among 68 Reps Calling for Pedestrian, Bike Safety

A bipartisan group of congressional members sends a letter to transportation secretary urging him to find ways to reduce fatalities.

Maryland’s Be SMART Home Program Offers Energy Efficiency Financing for Homeowners

Loans of up to $15,000 are available for a range of home improvements.

Maryland Gas Tax Would Remain Well Below Historical Averages

Greater Greater Washington: Even with a tax increase, driving in Maryland is “a bargain.”

Are Speed Camera Tickets Just Another Cost of Driving in Montgomery County?

NBC4: Maryland drivers rack up more tickets than DC drivers.

How Important are Social Security and Medicare to Maryland's Economy?

A new report says a 3 percent cut in Social Security would take more than $300 million from the state economy.

Report: Cell Phone Ban Could Become 'Primary Offense' While Driving

The ban is expected to pass in the Maryland General Assembly.

ICC Speed Limit Officially Increases to 60 MPH This Weekend

Weather permitting, officials will change posted limits on Friday and Saturday.