Takoma Park's Mizeur: ‘I’m Running for Governor Because I Love This State’

District 20 delegate joins a crowded field of hopefuls for 2014.

Who ‘Owns Poverty’ On the Montgomery County Council?

The Washington Post: Fallout over a tax credit for the poor exposes council in-fighting.

Agenda: More Money for School Security Systems

The Montgomery County Council meets most Tuesdays in Rockville.

Where Are the Speed Cameras in Takoma Park?

The City of Takoma Park operates eight speed cameras in town. Learn where.

Lawmakers Say Laser Law May Prevent Plane Crashes

USA Today: Pilot reported a blinding light in the Asiana Airlines crash.

Montgomery County Judge Becomes First Woman to Lead State’s Highest Court

O'Malley also appoints court's first African-American woman.

New MD Transportation Secretary Dishes on Purple Line, CCT

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.

Report: Three New Early Voting Centers for Montgomery County

A new law requires the county to have at least eight early voting centers.

SPEAK OUT: Is Charm City Positioning to Cherry Pick DC Residents?

Baltimore mayor seeks 10,000 new families.

NSA Leaker Lived in Maryland

Edward Snowden says he leaked secret documents about government access to online information.

Does Montgomery County Need Parking Requirements?

The question is raised as a zoning code update goes to a County Council hearing Tuesday.

#MoCo Online: Q&A WIth County Executive Leggett

The Montgomery County Executive answered questions in an hour-long live chat Tuesday.

Word Clouding Council President's Budget Reaction: County! Budget! Montgomery!

'People,' 'testified' and 'college' also were big in Nancy Navarro's budget statement.

Takoma Park Makes History with New Voting Age

City Council rejects referendum proposal, lowers voting age as part of charter changes.

Takoma Park Names New City Manager

DC official tapped to succeed longtime manager Barbara Matthews.

Driving in Fear of Pedestrians in Crosswalks? DC Tries to Make it Easier

Commuters, others being introduced to a new pedestrian safety system.

Smithsonian to Suffer More Severe Sequestration Stoppages

Closing exhibits will not be replaced to save on security costs.

Senate and House Debate Labor Secretary-Nominee Perez’s Confirmation

Takoma Park shares thoughts about one of its own.

Is Takoma Park Closer to Hiring a New City Manager?

Acting city manager Suzanne Ludlow sat down with Patch to discuss the hiring process.

Montgomery County Employees Could See First Pay Raises in 4 Years

County Council panels vote to back pay bumps for government and public safety workers.

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

Incident is fourth such occurrence since 2005.

38 Maryland Cities are Prime Targets for Small Business Tax Audits

New data identifies most likely tax cheats.

Metro's 'Spring Break' Over, Track Work Resumes

The weekend track work schedule picks up again this weekend.

Senate Republicans Grill Takoma Park's Perez at Confirmation Hearing

The former Montgomery County Councilman is President Obama's pick for labor secretary.

After Election Night Website Outage, DuPage Pledges Improvements

County officials said that the amount of traffic caught them by surprise and hampered the ability of the public to access election results.

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

Mandatory budget cuts could cancel the century-old tradition.

Federal Worker Furloughs Could Begin April 21

Defense Department would see the largest number of furloughs.

Can I Bring My Pie on the Plane? Spring Break Tips for Safe Flying

A guide to Transportation Security Administration rules.

10 Years After Start of Iraq War, Maryland Still Feels Effects of Casualties

Takoma Park resident among 77 military personnel from Maryland to die in Iraq since 2003.

News Nearby: More Trouble for the Silver Spring Transit Center

A much-anticipated report on construction issues with the transit center found safety concerns that will delay the opening.

Stop. Look Up. Is That Comet PANSTARRS?

Takoma Park residents had a chance for a spectacular view of the rare 'naked-eye' comet, which should be visible in the southwestern sky through month's end.

Takoma Park Considering Groundbreaking Move to Lower Voting Age to 16

Takoma Park leaders say young people are smart and should be allowed to participate in the election process.

Education Secretary visits Takoma Park School on Heels of Sequester

Duncan: Federal budget cuts 'is an example of dumb government at its finest.'

County Council: Purple Line Projects Delayed, Gun Control Resolution Introduced

Notable outcomes include passing a resolution on tighter gun restrictions, delaying funding for county transportation projects and a denied school board request for additional funding.

Free Fitness for Montgomery County Seniors

There are multiple programs offered by the county.

Top Headlines: Metro Shooter and Montgomery County School Budget

Get caught up on the latest headlines in Montgomery County.

VIDEO: Montgomery Looks to Broaden its Ban on Smoking

Councilwoman Nancy Floreen's proposal includes county-owned parks, golf courses and parking garages.

Takoma Park Elections: A Family Affair

It has been about a week since the elections officially ended for many, but the lessons learned that day live on for some Takoma Park families.