Two Montgomery County Elementary Schools Celebrate Being Named 2025-2026 Maryland Blue Ribbon Schools
Two Montgomery County elementary schools have been recognized for academic excellence and equity after earning 2025-2026 Maryland Blue Ribbon School honors. Wilson Wims Elementary School marked the achievement with a schoolwide celebration on January 7, while Diamond Elementary School followed with its own...
Macy’s puts PA, Maryland stores on closing list; see where
Macy's announced an additional 14 store locations are closing across 12 states this year. Here's where, when and what to know amid the slew of brick and mortar store closings planned for 2026 . In a memo released Jan. 8, Macy’s CEO Tony Spring announced the department store chain is continuing to close...
Former Congressional staffer charged with stealing around 240 government cell phones in DC
According to the USAO, the man's purchases were discovered when one of those phones was sold on eBay to an uninvolved person.
Coffee-Fueled Road Rage Leads To DUI Arrest In St. Mary’s County
CALIFORNIA, Md. — What began as a report of aggressive driving in a Starbucks parking lot on New Year’s Day escalated into an arrest involving alleged intoxication, disorderly conduct, and an attempted escape, according to Maryland State Police. Authorities say a 61-year-old Chevy Chase woman now faces multiple...
Man hospitalized with serious injuries after vehicle crashes into wall in Northeast DC
One person was left seriously injured Sunday afternoon after an SUV crashed into a wall in Northeast D.C., officials said.
‘Massive administrative failure’: Marylanders blindsided by unemployment overpayment letters years after pandemic
Marylanders across the state said they were shocked to receive letters from the Maryland Department of Labor demanding repayment of unemployment benefits they received during the COVID-19 pandemic, in some cases totaling tens of thousands of dollars.
Woman struck and killed by 2 hit-and-run drivers in Montgomery County
MONTGOMERY COUNTY, Md. (7News) — Montgomery County police are seeking the public's help in identifying vehicles involved in a fatal hit-and-run collision that claimed the life of a 73-year-old woman. The incident occurred Monday evening near the intersection of Columbia Pike (U.S. Route 29) and Fairland Road in...
Suspects wanted after robbing 25 stores at Wheaton Mall on Christmas: police
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Police are asking for the public’s help identifying four masked suspects accused of breaking into 25 businesses during a commercial burglary at a Montgomery County shopping center overnight on Christmas Day. What we know:. Detectives with the Montgomery County Department of Police are investigating...
Iconic Maryland Italian Restaurant Named Best in the State
Il Pizzico, a long-standing Italian eatery at 15209 Frederick Rd. in Rockville, has been named the best Italian restaurant in Maryland in Chowhound’s Absolute Best Italian Restaurant In Every US State, Hands Down. The name “Il Pizzico,” which translates to “the pinch,” reflects the culinary philosophy of proprietor...
HISA: Two Maryland Veterinarians Provisionally Suspended Over Alleged Distribution Of ‘Masking’ Substance
The Horseracing Integrity and Safety Authority (HISA) has issued provisional suspensions to a pair of veterinarians based at Laurel Park in Maryland, according to rulings posted on the HISA website Jan. 12. Dr. Nicholas L. Meittinis and Dr. Adam J. Lockard, both members/partners in the Maryland Vet Group, were...
