Dumfries man sentenced on federal firearms charges
A Dumfries man was sentenced Wednesday to three years in federal prison for possession of a firearm and ammunition by a convicted felon after a confrontation at a Woodbridge gas station last summer. Federal prosecutors Jonathan Daniel Smith discharged a firearm during a fight with another gas station customer on July 21, 2025. On July 24, 2025, Prince William County police officers recognized Smith...
Call Your Mother Deli is Bringing the Bagels (& Coffee & Lunch & Vibes)...
Call Your Mother Deli, the DC-born Jew-ish deli, is heading to Gainesville in the Virginia Gateway Shopping Center. The neighborhood bagel shop is set to open its doors there this Friday, May 1, and promises to bring good vibes and great eats. Known for its infectious energy, craveable sandwiches, and...
Nordstrom Rack “coming soon” to Rockville
Is "coming soon" to Rockville, according to signage posted across its future storefront. It will be located at 1683 Rockville Pike at Congressional Plaza. This is the former Buy Buy Baby space. What is the difference between Nordstrom at Westfield Montgomery Mall and Nordstrom Rack? Well, unlike a couple of...
Silver Spring man charged for shooting outside Blake High School identified
A 19-year-old Silver Spring man is facing a charge of first-degree assault after a fight outside of Blake High School led to a shooting in the school's parking lot.
New Asian Department Store to Open in Falls Church
There’s a new Asian department store coming to Northern Virginia. Ebisu Life Store is set to open its first NoVA location in Falls Church. Shoppers can be expected to find a variety of goods, including Asian beauty and skin care, snacks and drinks, and blind boxes and collectibles. The store even includes an arcade with claw machines and other games.
Man seriously hurt after car crash in Fairfax Station
A man was left in a life-threatening condition after a car crash in Fairfax Station.
Maryland State Trooper injured in I-95 construction zone crash
HARFORD COUNTY, Md. (WBFF) — A Maryland State Trooper was injured in a crash on Wednesday afternoon on I-95 in Harford County, according to the Joppa Magnolia Volunteer Fire Company. On April 29, around 12:45 p.m., crews with the Abingdon Fire Company and Joppa Magnolia Fire Company responded to...
MCPD Reports Thefts, Robbery, and Arrests Across County in April 28 Summary
Montgomery County Police released a summary of reported calls for service across the county on April 28, 2026, highlighting a mix of thefts, robberies, and arrests. In the 1st District, which covers Rockville and surrounding areas, officers responded to a shoplifting incident in the 12000 block of Rockville Pike around 4:15pm. Two suspects took items from a store and fled, but one was...
The Best Maryland Festivals To Visit In 2026 — From Baltimore To Ocean City
ANNAPOLIS, Md. — Maryland hosts dozens of annual festivals that are worth a visit. Everybody can find one they’ll enjoy, whether you’re looking for a taste of cultures from around the world or you want to experience a celebration of America. Baltimore, Southern Maryland and even Ocean City all have a variety of upcoming events focused on a plethora of topics, so here are 10...
MoCo firefighter’s name to be permanently added to national memorial
The name of a Montgomery County firefighter who died after experiencing a medical emergency while responding to a 2025 house fire in Laurel will be added to the National Fallen Firefighters Memorial in Emmitsburg this weekend, according to a press release from the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation. Lt. Christopher (Chris)...

















