White House Rejects Claim From Maryland Non-Profit Seeking Deaf Interpretation

The Justice Department backed the Trump administration, saying their operation is "consistent with the practice of other presidents."

Del. Lorig Charkoudian: A Just Recovery For Maryland — COVID, Climate And The Economy

The deadly pandemic, climate catastrophe and growing economic recession have tragically laid bare our societal vulnerabilities.

County Dems React To Kamala Harris' VP Nomination

Here's what Montgomery County Democrats had to say about Joe Biden's historic vice presidential pick.

Minimum Wage Hike In Montgomery County Takes Effect July 1

Montgomery County raises the minimum wage every year on July 1, until it reaches $15 per hour in 2022. Here's what workers get this year.

Policing Advisory Commission Application Deadline Is June 19

Want to sit on Montgomery County's first-ever civilian police review commission​​? Apply by 5 p.m. Friday.

MD Election Results For 2020 Primary: More Races Called

Maryland's primary election was conducted largely by mail due to the coronavirus pandemic.​ The results will be posted here.

Where To Vote In Person, Drop Off Ballot In Montgomery County

Haven't yet voted in the June 2 primary election? Here's how and where to cast your ballot.

MD's June 2 Election: How To Vote, Find Results

Maryland's primary election will be held on Tuesday, June 2. It will be conducted largely by mail due to the coronavirus.

County Council Hosting Virtual Webinar With Sen. Cardin On May 27

Sen. Cardin will discuss issues related to the COVID-19 pandemic and its impact on Maryland and Montgomery County. Here's how to listen.

Montgomery County Not Yet Ready To Reopen: Officials

Montgomery County is not yet ready to begin phased reopening, according to local officials who are watching coronavirus trends closely.

Montgomery Co. Car Charging Guidelines Help Emissions Goals

Montgomery County residents will now be able to charge their electric vehicles at home thanks to new guidelines for charging stations.

Hogan Administration Sued Over Stay-At-Home Order: MD Coronavirus

State lawmakers, religious leaders, and business owners are suing Maryland Gov. Larry Hogan over his coronavirus stay-at-home order.

Hogan Orders MD Flag At Half-Staff To Honor Coronavirus Victims

Maryland Gov. Larry Hogan (R) has ordered state flags be flown at half-staff on Thursday to honor coronavirus victims.

Additional $5M Approved For Restaurant, Retail Coronavirus Relief

Montgomery County lawmakers approved $5M in additional emergency funding​ for restaurants and small retail shops hit hard by the crisis.

MD Buys 500K Coronavirus Tests From South Korea: Hogan

Maryland Gov. Larry Hogan says the state has secured 500,000 coronavirus tests from South Korea after a personal plea for help.

Maryland Dems Urge Hogan To Shut Down Gun Shops During Pandemic

Nearly 60 Maryland Democratic lawmakers called on Gov. Larry Hogan to shut down the state's gun stores during the coronavirus pandemic.

County To Help Fund Hotel Rooms For Hospital Staff Amid Pandemic

The Montgomery County Council approved a $250K appropriation​ that would help fund hotel rooms for hospital staff during the coronavirus.

$25M Emergency Small Business Fund Being Considered In MoCo

On Friday, Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich announced that he is considering a $25M assistance fund for small businesses.

MD Coronavirus Patients Were At 2 Public Events, Hogan Concerned

Two Montgomery County residents who contracted the new coronavirus overseas later attended public gatherings in Rockville and Philadelphia.

John Delaney Ends 2020 Presidential Campaign Days Before Iowa

Former Rep. John Delaney announced Friday that he's dropping out of the 2020 presidential race just days before the Iowa caucuses.

MD State Senator Endorses Fellow Afghanistan Vet Pete Buttigieg

State Sen. William Smith Jr., D-Montgomery, has endorsed Democratic presidential candidate and fellow Afghanistan war vet Pete Buttigieg.

Watch Marc Elrich's First 'State Of The County' Address: Jan. 15

Democrat Marc Elrich will give his first 'State of the County' Address in Silver Spring Wednesday morning.

State Kills Montgomery's Plans To Establish Early Voting Site

The Maryland Board of Elections says Montgomery County cannot open an additional early voting site in the Silver Spring area.

MD Senators Press Trump Admin On Shutdown Of Women's Helpline

A group of Maryland senators is demanding that the Trump administration explain this summer's abrupt shutdown of a women's helpline.

ICE Notice Posted On Apartment Doors A Hoax: MoCo Council Member

A Montgomery lawmaker says the notice posted outside a Silver Spring apartment complex by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement is fake.

Federal Election Agency Now Pays For Officials' Commutes

The Election Assistance Commission has been picking up the tab for commissioners commuting to their office in Silver Spring, MD.

Montgomery Wins Top Digital Government In US Title For Fifth Time

Montgomery has the best technology practices, including plans that streamline the delivery of government services, among U.S. counties.

Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez To Headline Benefit Rally In Montgomery

On Thursday night, freshman U.S. Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez will headline a benefit rally for Rep. Jamie Raskin in Silver Spring.

Montgomery Nationally Recognized For Annual Financial Report

For the second year in a row, Montgomery County has received national recognition for its Popular Annual Financial Report.

New Montgomery County Laws Go Into Effect On July 1

Laws taking effect in Montgomery include: raising the minimum wage; letting kids ride the bus for free; and requiring fire safety devices.

Politicos, Comics Grade John Delaney's Democratic Debate Showing

Here's how former Maryland Congressman John Delaney did in the Democratic debate on Wednesday, according to pundits.

County Executive Marc Elrich To Host Online Chat For Residents

Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich will host an online forum for residents on Thursday, July 11.

Newly Introduced Bill Aims To Form Civilian Police Advisory Board

Council member Hans Riemer introduced a bill in the county council on Tuesday that aims to improve the public's trust in law enforcement.

Civilian Police Review Commission Bill To Be Introduced Tuesday

A bill that would create Montgomery County's first civilian police review board will be introduced to the council on Tuesday.

Critics Cry Foul After Hogan's Highway Plan Gets Green Light

Opponents of Gov. Hogan's highway expansion plan are blaming state and county elected officials for allowing it to move forward.

Widening I-270, Beltway: Hogan Delays Part Of Traffic Relief Plan

Gov. Larry Hogan said that part of his plan for traffic relief on I-495 in Montgomery County will be delayed.

Widening I-270, Beltway: Lawmakers Try To Derail Hogan's Plan

A group of lawmakers from Montgomery and Prince George's counties are hoping to derail Gov. Hogan's controversial highway widening plan.

Policing Forum To Be Held By County Officials On June 6

This comes on the heels of a police transparency bill signing​ and amid a scandal involving a white cop using a racial slur on video.

Small Business Improvement Session Held May 22

The campaign aims help small businesses plant roots, grow, and thrive in Montgomery County. A listening session will be held on May 22.

County Council Wants More Information After Cop Uses Racial Slur

The County Council is demanding more information from the county police department after a cop was heard using a racial slur in a video.