Hard-Hit Businesses May Get Financial Relief Under New Bill

A bill that would provide financial relief to retailers and restaurants will be introduced to the Montgomery County Council on Tuesday.

County Seeks Residents' Input At Online Budget Forum: Sept. 14

Montgomery County will hold a series of FY 2022 and Capital Improvements Program (CIP) budget forums online, starting Sept. 14.

A Rainstorm, A Pandemic, A Mind-Boggling Highway Project — And One Man’s Dream

The Hilton Hotel on Rockville Pike, one of the biggest in all of Maryland, is like a ghost town.

County Begins Phase Two Of COVID-19 Rent Relief Program

Low-income households hit hard during the COVID-19 pandemic can apply for financial aid through Montgomery County's rent relief program.

Coalition Of Heavyweight Insiders Launches Opposition To Montgomery County Ballot Measures

The author calls it "an influential and potentially well-funded bipartisan coalition, intent on defeating ballot initiatives."

Elrich Surprised By Hogan's Decision To Move Into Phase 3

Gov. Larry Hogan's decision to move into phase three of reopening has taken the Montgomery County Executive by surprise.

Face Mask Rules Tightened In Montgomery County

Your face mask now must cover your mouth, nose, and chin in Montgomery County.

Opinion: The Myths Surrounding The I-495/I-270 Highway Expansion

Are you kidding? These factors create cynicism over the massive project.

Wootton Grad Represents Maryland During DNC Roll Call

Bianca Shah, a 2018 Thomas S. Wootton High School graduate, represented Maryland during the Democratic National Convention's roll call.

467 Child Care Facilities Receive $10M In Coronavirus Grants

The funds will help cover reopening costs for hundreds of Montgomery County child care facilities.

County Executive's Top Aide Resigns After Ethics Scandal

Montgomery County Chief Administrative Officer Andrew Kleine has resigned after being cited for ethics violation

Police Use-Of-Force Bill Enacted In Montgomery County

The bill limits excessive use of force by police​ and requires officers to intervene if they see a colleague violating procedure.

New Bill Would Delay Criminal Background Checks On Job Candidates

The bill would restrict when Montgomery County employers could ask job candidates about their criminal history.

As Evictions Loom, Elrich Seeks $20 Million For Renter Relief

Tenants in Montgomery County are bracing for evictions to restart July 25. A $20 million renter relief package awaits a vote next week.

Bill Proposes Amendments To Public Campaign Financing Program

The council has tentative plans to hold a public hearing on the bill in September.

MoCo Council Urges Hogan To Support Mail-In Ballots In November

The council has asked the governor to send all registered voters a ballot by mail and to provide touch-free ballot drop boxes.

LGBTQ Bill Of Rights Being Considered In Montgomery County

The LGBTQ Bill of Rights would expand to include gender expression and HIV status and ban discrimination in health care settings.

MoCo Employee Admits To Lapses In Ethics; Must Pay $5K Fine

Montgomery County Chief Administrative Officer Andrew Kleine admits to violating county ethics law.

Child Care Providers Can Now Apply For Emergency Relief Grants

Child care providers in Montgomery County can now apply for funding to help offset reopening costs and losses related to the pandemic.

MoCo Approves Spending $3.25M On Struggling Art Groups, Workers

Montgomery County will issue $3.25 million in grants to support art groups​ that have been financially impacted by the pandemic.

Council Approves $10M In Funding For Child Care Centers

The Montgomery County Council has approved $10 million in grants to help child care centers reopen amid the coronavirus pandemic.

Montgomery County Declares Racism A Public Health Crisis

The Montgomery County Council has officially declared racism a public health crisis. Here's what that means.

Bill Limiting Police Use Of Force To Be Introduced In Montgomery

A bill that would limit police use of force will be introduced in Montgomery County Council on Tuesday.

County Considers Declaring Racism A Public Health Crisis

The Montgomery County Council has introduced a resolution to declare racism a public health crisis.

Coronavirus, Reopening Tele-Town Hall Scheduled Thursday

Join Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich for a 7:15 p.m. tele-town hall meeting to discuss the pandemic and reopening plans.

Voter Registration Deadline For MD's Primary Election Is May 27

The voter registration deadline is May 27. Here's everything Maryland voters needs to know ahead of the June 2 primary election.

County Extends Stay-At-Home Order For Residents Indefinitely

Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich​ says he is extending the stay-at-home order until the county meets certain coronavirus benchmarks.

What MD's Reopening Plan Means For Montgomery County

Maryland Gov. Larry Hogan will lift the state's stay-at-home order on Friday. What does that mean for Montgomery County?

$750K In Emergency Funding To Tackle Food Insecurity In County

The Montgomery County Council has agreed to draw $750,000​ from cash reserves to help address food insecurity in the region.

$250K Approved For Teleworking Relief In Montgomery County

Montgomery County will be providing $250K in grants​ to businesses and nonprofits that incurred teleworking costs during the pandemic.

Montgomery's Virtual Tenant Town Hall Scheduled For April 30

Montgomery County's virtual tenant town hall will be held Thursday at 7 p.m. Here's how to register.

County Mailing Coronavirus Stimulus Checks To Low-Income Families

Montgomery County will be sending a one-time coronavirus stimulus check to certain low-income residents.

Montgomery Council Considering $250K For Teleworking Relief

Montgomery County is considering a special appropriation of $250K​ for businesses and nonprofits teleworking during the coronavirus crisis.

Montgomery County Imposes Cap On Rent Increases During Pandemic

The COVID-19 Renter Relief Act limits how much landlords can raise rent on residential units in Montgomery County.

Council Approves $350K In Emergency Funding For PPE: Coronavirus

Montgomery County lawmakers approved $350K in emergency funding for personal protective equipment.

$2M Housing Stability Fund Being Considered In Montgomery County

Montgomery County is considering creating a $2M fund that would help low- and middle-income renters affected by the coronavirus pandemic.

Coronavirus And Guns: MoCo Asks Hogan To Prioritize Public Safety

The Montgomery County Council has asked Gov. Larry Hogan to focus on safeguards for gun stores during the coronavirus pandemic.

$600M Tax Revenue Shortfall Possible, Tax Hike Criticized

There's a chance Montgomery County will lose up to $600 million in tax revenue because of the coronavirus crisis, projections reveal.

Coronavirus Town Hall For Montgomery Co. Residents: How To Watch

The virtual town hall starts Friday, April 17, at 1 p.m. Montgomery County officials will be answering coronavirus-related questions.

Coronavirus Relief Act Would Prohibit Rent Increases In MoCo

The COVID-19 Renter Relief Act would prohibit landlords from increasing rent for residential tenants in Montgomery County.