MCPD Crime Summary for May 11 Includes Bus Stop Stabbing, Knife Assault, and Auto...
The Montgomery County Department of Police shared an overview of reported calls for service from May 11, 2026. In the 1st District, which covers Rockville, Potomac, Darnestown, and southern Gaithersburg, police reported multiple catalytic converter thefts from vehicles on Smoketree Road, Old Canal Road, Deborah Drive,
Understanding Federal Gun Charges: A Guide for Maryland Residents
Federal gun charges are serious legal matters that can carry severe penalties, including heavy fines and long-term imprisonment. While laws may vary from state to state, federal firearm regulations apply across the entire United States. For residents of Maryland, understanding how these laws work is essential—especiall
Maryland, DALI ship owners settle for billions hours after criminal indictment
Just hours after the U.S. Department of Justice handed down a criminal indictment against the DALI ship owners related to its March 2024 crash into Baltimore's Key Bridge, the State of Maryland finalized a civil settlement worth $2.25 billion.
Update on Montgomery County’s first Hobby Lobby, opening June 1
The Tyvek is off the facade at what will soon be Montgomery County's first Hobby Lobby store at 15750 Shady Grove Road on the border of Gaithersburg with Rockville. In its place are red brick and concrete facade treatments. Glass has also been installed, but the new vestibule lobby makes it difficult to see the interio
Montgomery County Native Lisa Ann Walter Competing on Celebrity Jeopardy Tonight
Montgomery County native Lisa Ann Walter will compete tonight in the semifinals of Celebrity Jeopardy! All-Stars on ABC. Tonight’s lineup features Walter alongside sports personalities Katie Nolan and Mina Kimes, with the semifinal matchup airing at 8pm on ABC and streaming the following day on Hulu. Walter, who curren
Montgomery Co. Public Schools superintendent warns of ‘significant’ layoffs amid budget concerns
MONTGOMERY COUNTY, Md. — Montgomery County Public Schools Superintendent Thomas Taylor is sounding the alarm over possible layoffs as a budget battle continues. Taylor wrote a letter to MCPS staff expressing "extremely serious concerns" on Tuesday. Montgomery County is facing a budget shortfall of roughly $150 million.
Raccoons invade Northeast DC elementary school
A Northeast D.C. elementary school is dealing with an unusual pest problem after raccoons were discovered inside the building, which is prompting concerns from parents, neighbors and staff.
Four men arrested for alleged $100K copper piping theft at Inova Alexandria Hospital site
One Alexandria man and three Maryland men face felony theft charges after being arrested for allegedly stealing approximately $100,000 in copper piping from the Inova Alexandria Hospital at Landmark construction site, according to a police search warrant affidavit. Around 9 p.m. Saturday, April 11, a construction super
Concern for Missing 13-Year-Old Girl
Detectives from the Montgomery County Department of Police – Special Victims Investigations Division are asking for the public’s assistance in locating Arielle McCray, a missing 13-year-old from Silver Spring. McCray was last seen on Monday, May 11, 2026, at approximately 10:30 p.m., in the 11400 block of December...
Four charged in ATM robbery spree using ‘Jaws of Life’ across Maryland, DC
Four D.C. residents are facing numerous charges after they are accused of using "Jaws of Life" to rob convenience store ATMs in both Maryland and the District.

















