DMV Confidential | Intertwined 80s cold cases connected by DNA
Two women were found murdered in the 1980s. More than 35 years went by with no definitive answers as to who was responsible. Then DNA happened.
Fairfax County Public Schools sued over response to Muslim students’ ‘kidnapping’ skit
A Muslim civil rights group is suing Fairfax County Public Schools for suspending several students after they created a “kidnapping” video for social media to promote their chapter of the Muslim Student Association (MSA) last fall. The video was intended to depict a “playful overreaction” in response to...
Permanent Signage Installed at Future Home of Sheetz’s Smallest Location
Permanent signage is now up at the future Sheetz location in Gaithersburg, as construction continues to move forward at the Walnut Hill Shopping Center. The new convenience store and gas station is being built at 16529 South Frederick Avenue and appears on track for completion later this summer. Construction on the sit
Outback Steakhouse’s Mashed Potatoes Have Landed The Chain In A $1.5M Lawsuit
A bowl of mashed potatoes is at the center of a contentious lawsuit against Outback Steakhouse. The twist is that the plaintiff wasn't injured by eating them.
Falls Church leaders seek ‘creative options’ for major affordable housing project
Falls Church leaders are weighing a few options as they decide the fate of a major affordable housing project. City officials plan to rehabilitate or redevelop at least a portion of the 40 fourplex apartment buildings on the Virginia Village site through a future partnership with a housing developer. A work session on
Clarksburg woman, girlfriend sought in mom’s death in Silver Spring senior home
MONTGOMERY COUNTY, Md. — Montgomery County police are looking for a Clarksburg woman and her girlfriend after a victim was found dead in a Silver Spring senior community in May. Police responded to the scene at the Charter House in the 1300 block of Fenwick Lane in Silver Spring...
Some MCPS positions reportedly restored ahead of budget vote, concerns remain over other cuts...
According to the email, MCPS reportedly plans to restore 18 school psychologist positions, 26 college and career navigator positions and 15 high school staff development teacher positions.
Educator George Thoms Remembered for Leadership
Dr. George H. Thoms, Visionary Educator Who Helped Shape Falls Church Schools, Dies. For many in Falls Church, Dr. George H. Thoms will be remembered as more than a former principal of George Mason High School (now Meridian High School). He was a visionary educator whose determination helped shape the future of the cit
2 teens injured in South Riding e-bike crash
The crash happened on Pine Forest Drive near Riding Center Drive Wednesday evening, according to the Loudoun County Sheriff’s Office. Authorities said the two 17-year-olds were riding on a single e-bike when they were struck by a car. One of the teens suffered critical injuries and was flown to...
Maryland’s Neighborhood Market and Butcher Shop That Feels Like a Rare Find Today
Real neighborhood butchers are hard to come by these days. Most people buy meat wrapped in plastic at a big grocery store and call it a day. This Maryland spot brings back the old way. A proper butcher counter, friendly faces, and cuts of meat you will not find anywhere else.
