Ruptured pipe that leaked millions of gallons of raw waste into the Potomac is...
WASHINGTON (AP) — The massive sewage pipe that ruptured and leaked millions of gallons of raw waste into the Potomac River returned to operation Saturday after the completion of emergency repairs. DC Water, the utility that runs Washington’s water and sewage systems, reported that it had completed testing to...
LIST | School closings, early dismissals in DMV on Monday, March 16
WASHINGTON (7News) — As potentially dangerous weather moves into the DMV region, several school systems have modified their class schedules and operations on Monday, March 16. School districts in Virginia, such as Fredericksburg and Stafford County, are closed. Others in Maryland, such as King George County, are...
Emergency Crews Respond to Rollover Collision Sunday Morning
Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) responded to a reported collision involving a vehicle rollover on the westbound lanes of MD 200 (Intercounty Connector) between Layhill Road and Georgia Avenue near Exit 8 in Silver Spring on Sunday morning. Fire and rescue crews were dispatched to the scene and...
NWS Confirms EF-1 Tornado Touched Down in Howard County
An EF-1 tornado touched down in Howard County on Wednesday, March 11, as severe storms moved through parts of Maryland, according to the National Weather Service (NWS). Following a storm survey, the agency determined the tornado briefly touched down in Cooksville between 7:06 p.m. and 7:07 p.m. During that time, the...
This Unassuming Maryland Roadside Shack Serves The Best Pit Beef You’ll Ever Taste
Some of life’s greatest pleasures come wrapped in wax paper and handed through a tiny window by someone who’s been perfecting their craft for decades. Pioneer Pit Beef in Catonsville is exactly that kind of place, and if you haven’t been there yet, you’re missing out on one of Maryland’s most delicious secrets.
MCPD: Germantown Man Arrested With Crack Cocaine, Oxycodone, and Firearm
Montgomery County police have arrested a Germantown man on drug and handgun-related charges following a traffic stop earlier this week. According to Montgomery County Department of Police, officers with the 6th District Community Action Team conducted a traffic stop around 7pm Monday, March 9, 2026, in the 17500...
Shots Fired Reported in Germantown
Montgomery County Police responded Friday evening to a report of a non-contact shooting in Germantown. According to police, 5th District officers were dispatched at approximately 5:30 pm to the 19800 block of Crystal Rock Drive. When officers arrived, they confirmed that a shooting had been reported but no one had...
As Fairfax County strives to reduce trash, Vienna store offers glimpse of a solution
Inside a small storefront in Vienna, neatly labeled dispenser bins line the walls. Wooden shelves are laden with bulk containers of everything from hand soap to vinegar, reusable bags to pasta. Customers bring their own containers to fill, paying by weight instead of buying products packaged in disposable plastic....
Quincy’s Uptown to Close Permanently
Quincy’s Uptown, a restaurant and bar located at 9813 Main St. in Damascus, will close permanently on Sunday, March 15. The restaurant first opened in late 2018 and has operated in Damascus for approximately 7.5 years. The owners told The MoCo Show they had been exploring a new concept...
Strong winds and heavy rain expected to disrupt Monday afternoon commute
Severe weather conditions are expected to impact the region on Monday, with heavy rain and strong winds potentially causing travel delays and power outages, so people should stay informed and prepared.
