Officials asking for community help after arson in Montgomery County
After an arson investigation began on April 15 in Montgomery County, the fire department is asking for community assistance.
Woman robbed, injured in Loudoun ‘snatch and grab’ theft
Loudoun County authorities report a fifth "snatch and grab" jewelry theft in recent weeks, with the latest victim injured during a robbery in South Riding. Suspects typically distract victims in public before stealing jewelry, with similar incidents reported across Northern Virginia. Police say many victims have been South Asian women...
Boy seriously hurt in stabbing at Silver Spring gas station
SILVER SPRING, Md. — A boy is recovering in the hospital after he was stabbed outside a gas station in Silver Spring Wednesday afternoon. Police are asking for the public's help to find the person or people responsible. Montgomery County Police Department officers were first called to a Shell...
New State Requirements Force MCPS to Consider Earlier Start, Shorter Breaks
Montgomery County Public Schools is seeking input from the community as it works to adjust the 2026-2027 school calendar to comply with new state requirements. In a survey recently shared with staff and the community, MCPS outlined that Maryland now requires all school systems to end the school year before Juneteenth on June 19. At the same time, districts must also build in...
Mochinut apparently shuts down Leesburg store
It looks like the Mochinut doughnut shop at the Village at Leesburg has closed its doors for good. Last week, The Burn received a slew of messages from customers who went by and found the doors locked during regular business hours. The Burn also sent a reporter by and we...
Adult and Two Dogs Forced Out After Montgomery County House Fire
House Fire Displaces Resident and Two Dogs in Montgomery County When I read reports like this, the first thing I […] This article originally appeared on BuildLikeNew.com — visit us for more home security guides.
Insect Invasion: 5 Maryland Cities Combatting Bed Bug Onslaught
Maryland is battling a significant bed bug outbreak, with five cities leading efforts through increased inspections and public campaigns. Urban density and travel hubs exacerbate the issue, per recent pest control rankings from Terminix and Pest Gnome. Baltimore: Worst in State. Baltimore tops Maryland lists at #51 nationally, with infestations...
Virginia is experiencing its worst drought in nearly 20 years
The drought conditions plaguing parts of Virginia, including Fairfax County, since last fall are officially the worst the state has experienced in almost 20 years. Yesterday (Thursday), the U.S. Drought Monitor classified over 60% of Virginia as being in a severe drought based on data collected through Tuesday (April 14). That’s the most widespread drought seen in the state since October 2007, surpassing levels...
DMV Download | DC Emancipation Day Parade, Celebrate Reston, more
In DC News Now’s DMV Download, hosts Kaitlyn Dillon and Makayla Jennings explore upcoming events and hidden gems across D.C., Maryland, and Virginia.
Celebrate 35 Years, 90s Style!
Looking for something fun for the family to do this weekend? Get ready to celebrate 35 years of Chinn Aquatics & Fitness Center — 90s style!. TOMORROW, April 18, Chinn will kick off a week-long celebration honoring more than three decades of serving the community. Enjoy local vendors, great company, and live band performances and take it back to the 90s!
