This Mansion in McLean Sold After a $100,000 Makeover
Stately homes designed in 18th-century French architectural style—the kinds of places where the Earl of Grantham or Mrs. Astor might be comfortable—are not unusual in the Langley Farms section of McLean. But when a palatial 22,000-square-foot house on Georgetown Pike, built on nearly four acres in 2023, lingered on the market, the Building Group brought in Will Thomas for...
Morning Notes for April 27, 2026
I-395 Chase Ends in Crash — A traffic stop on I-395 northbound turned into a high-speed chase Friday night after a driver refused to pull over near Exit 8B, according to Virginia State Police. The car sped through traffic, lost control near Exit 10A, struck a guardrail and hit another vehicle before the driver and three passengers fled on foot. The driver...
DNR warns about invasive plant popping up in Maryland
If you take a look at a small, bright yellow flower, you may think that it could do no wrong. But that could not be further from the truth. Ficaria verna, commonly known as lesser celandine, is an invasive plant that emerges in the soil in February and March, long before any of Maryland's native plants. Lesser celandine can, in fact, completely change the...
FlixBus carrying dozens of passengers overturns on MD-295 in Laurel
A major overnight crash occurred along the Baltimore-Washington Parkway in Laurel on Sunday.
Catherine’s Caribbean Italian Fusion Restaurant to Celebrate Grand Opening in Laurel
Catherine’s Caribbean Italian Fusion Restaurant will celebrate its official grand opening on Saturday, May 2, from 12pm to 3pm at 3325 Marketplace in Laurel. The restaurant, which has been in a soft opening phase since August 2025, offers a fusion of Caribbean and Italian cuisine, pairing bold tropical flavors with classic Italian dishes. Menu items include Jerk Bruschetta and Oxtail Lasagna, along with fine...
What Happens If Your Dog Bites Someone in Maryland: Liability, Fines, and Your Legal...
Explore amazing animal stories – visit Animal of Things Now and follow us! A dog bite happens in seconds, but the legal consequences in Maryland can follow you for years. Whether your dog nipped a neighbor or caused a serious injury, the state’s laws are structured to hold owners accountable — often regardless of whether you saw it coming. Maryland is one of the stricter states...
51 trauma heroes honored for saving Montgomery County teen’s life
The R Adams Cowley Shock Trauma Center honored 51 trauma professionals and first responders who saved the life of a 16-year-old Montgomery County high school student.
Stolen Car Investigation Leads to Arrest of Two Teens in Frederick
Frederick, Md. (DG) – Two teenagers are in custody after deputies in Frederick County tracked down a stolen vehicle and pursued the suspects on foot. Authorities say the incident began on April 22nd when deputies located a Hyundai reported stolen out of Montgomery County. When officers attempted a traffic stop, the driver and passenger ran from the vehicle near Shaffer Drive. After a brief foot...
Person Injured After Jumping From Window in Apartment Fire
Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) responded as mutual aid to a three-story apartment building fire in the 2000 block of Drexel Street in the Takoma/Langley area of Prince George’s County around 6:53pm on Saturday. According to Chief Spokesperson for MCFRS Pete Piringer, firefighters arrived to find fire...
This Iconic Virginia Pizzeria Has The Best Authentic Neapolitan Crust In The Region
Most pizza places just feed you. This one haunts your dreams. Tucked into a casual strip mall in Northern Virginia, there is a spot that makes you question every slice you have ever eaten before. The crust is impossibly light. Crisp on the outside. Chewy and airy on the inside.

















