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Montgomery Co. leaders condemn Islamophobic graffiti at Bethesda high school
January 16, 2026, 11:27 pm |
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Police are investigating an incident in which Islamophobic and anti-Palestinian graffiti was discovered on a wall of Walt Whitman High School in Bethesda, Maryland.
Elrich’s $6.6B capital plan calls for record-high funding for Montgomery Co. schools
January 16, 2026, 9:04 pm |
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Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich’s $6.6 billion proposed Capital Improvement Program would give more to the Montgomery County Public Schools than they have ever received in a capital budget.
Foodies rejoice! DC’s winter restaurant week is about to kick off
January 16, 2026, 3:54 pm |
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Looking to expand your palate, or take a break from cooking? You could grab a bite at one of the D.C.-area eateries participating in the winter restaurant week.
What’s next for Maryland man awaiting a decision on whether he can stay in the US
January 16, 2026, 10:09 am |
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Kilmar Abrego Garcia, the Maryland man who was mistakenly deported to his native El Salvador in March of last year, will learn next month whether the federal government might re-detain him.
Friday Freebies
January 16, 2026, 9:47 am |
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Check out the latest Friday Freebies!
Can Democratic lawmakers curb federal immigration efforts in Maryland? They think so
January 15, 2026, 11:18 pm |
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Democratic legislators intend to pass laws to target the efforts of federal immigration officers operating in the state of Maryland.
What’s going to happen to the ‘big white elephant’ in Clarksburg?
January 15, 2026, 4:43 pm |
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Montgomery County officials and planners are hoping a new vision for Clarksburg, Maryland, will attract a large company to the COMSAT site and spur the economy.
89 days to go, but on day 1 of the Maryland legislative session, it’s all back slaps and applause lines
January 15, 2026, 11:14 am |
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The first day of the Maryland General Assembly is traditionally a time for more back slaps than broadsides, more applause lines than arguments, and opening day 2026 was no exception.
An ongoing Smithsonian study of our region’s cutest apex predator (and its poop!)
January 15, 2026, 9:48 am |
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In today’s episode of “Matt About Town,” we’re highlighting an ongoing study being conducted at the Smithsonian Environmental Research Center, where scientists are examining otter poop—in an effort to better understand how our Chesapeake ecosystem is fairing.
Things to do in the DC area: Travel & Adventure Show, Restaurant Week … and more!
January 15, 2026, 9:31 am |
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Start your weekend by learning how to plan your next vacation by attending the Travel & Adventure Show in D.C. from Jan 17-18.
Emotional testimony on immigration enforcement bill under consideration in Montgomery Co.
January 15, 2026, 1:28 am |
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Community members packed a Montgomery County Council meeting to speak in favor of a bill that would codify policies to limit local cooperation with federal immigration enforcement.
High stakes for Gov. Moore as Maryland General Assembly starts legislative session
January 15, 2026, 12:11 am |
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The governor is running for reelection this year as Maryland continues to face challenges, including federal funding cuts, immigration enforcement, and a $1.4 billion budget deficit. He spoke to WTOP about his plans for 2026.
Montgomery Co. Department of Transportation scraps plan to use security robot in downtown Silver Spring
January 14, 2026, 11:47 pm |
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The Montgomery County Department of Transportation is no longer moving forward with its plans for Parker, the security robot, due to a “heightened apprehension towards the government," said MCDOT.
Driver in fatal 2024 Beltway crash sentenced to 3 years
January 14, 2026, 11:37 pm |
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On Jan. 9, Marisa Luisa Alvarez of Lanham, Maryland, was sentenced to 10 years in prison for a fatal I-495 crash, suspending all but three years to serve and five years of supervised probation upon release.
Senate bill seeks to restore federal workers collective bargaining rights
January 14, 2026, 8:57 pm |
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Maryland U.S. Sen. Chris Van Hollen is leading a push to restore collective bargaining rights for federal workers as well as workplace protections.
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