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Teen sentenced after street takeover damaged Montgomery County police cruisers
November 7, 2026, 4:41 am | Source
A judge ordered a Boyds teen to serve jail time, pay restitution and stay away from car meetups after a chaotic takeover damaged police vehicles.

Off-duty Prince George's County police officer convicted in DUI crash that killed retired MPD detective
November 7, 2026, 12:34 am | Source
Anthony Coleman, 35, has pled guilty to criminally negligent manslaughter by motor vehicle in connection with the July 2025 fatal car crash on Route 301.

'Never veer for deer' | Deer mating season makes commutes more dangerous. Here's how to stay safe
November 6, 2026, 3:46 pm | Source
Traffic officials are warning drivers to stay hyperaware, especially during dawn and dusk.

Body found in burning car at Prince George's County park, investigation underway
November 6, 2026, 1:54 pm | Source
Police ask anyone who may know anything to contact Prince George's County Park Police.

PHOTOS: New architectural plans released for National Harbor Sphere project
November 6, 2026, 10:57 am | Source
Detailed architectural plans were released Thursday, showing exactly where the entertainment venue would be put and what would go around it.

73-year-old man charged in Montgomery, Fairfax county home burglaries
November 6, 2026, 4:32 am | Source
Police say an Oregon man is linked to a burglary and attempted burglary in Bethesda and a separate home burglary in Fairfax County.

Maryland's getting a new Bay Bridge
November 6, 2026, 4:25 am | Source
Maryland Transportation Authority secured the final environmental approval for the Chesapeake Bay Bridge.

New leaders come aboard beleaguered PGCPS transportation department
November 5, 2026, 10:52 pm | Source
The new leadership comes amid ongoing school bus issues in the county.

Man found shot dead in Rockville roadway
November 5, 2026, 1:20 pm | Source
Homicide detectives are investigating to learn exactly why a man was shot dead early Wednesday in Rockville Town Center.

Man charged after allegedly striking officer with rifle
November 5, 2026, 3:54 am | Source
Police say a Texas man struck a Montgomery County officer with a rifle while officers investigated a stolen Corvette.

Police arrest Mechanicsville man after stealing a fire engine
November 5, 2026, 2:48 am | Source
Police say Zachery Talbert, 28, stole a fire engine from the Brandywine Volunteer Fire Department. He was arrested on Monday.

Prince George's County write-in candidate Tonya Sweat shows zero votes on state election website
November 4, 2026, 11:53 pm | Source
Dozens of voters demand answers from election officials, who say individual write-in votes will be counted before results are certified Nov. 13.

After Blue Wave, will Maryland still attempt to gerrymander its Congressional Maps?
November 4, 2026, 11:29 pm | Source
Maryland voters approve a measure to let state lawmakers redraw congressional districts, reigniting debate about gerrymandering and potential national implications.

Hyattsville man accused of killing 13-year-old girl, shooting another teen
November 4, 2026, 10:05 pm | Source
According to law enforcement, the victims knew the suspect.

Former Hyattsville police officer sentenced for child sex abuse
November 4, 2026, 9:58 pm | Source
Jonathan Monge was sentenced to 65 years in prison, with all but 27 years suspended.

Flames from vehicle fire spread to Gaithersburg home, 8 displaced
November 4, 2026, 11:57 am | Source
All those inside the home were able to get out safely, but a Gaithersburg family is without a home Wednesday morning.

MAP: How Maryland voted on ballot questions
November 4, 2026, 11:42 am | Source
Here's a closer look at statewide ballot questions in Maryland.

MAP: Montgomery County Executive race
November 4, 2026, 9:51 am | Source
There's new leadership in Montgomery County for the first time since 2018.

Maryland projected midterm election winners | Live Updates
November 4, 2026, 6:00 am | Source
Keep up with Maryland election winners here.

Will Jawando wins race for Montgomery County Executive, AP projects
November 4, 2026, 5:55 am | Source
The win comes after a health scare in September. Jawando suffered a heart attack on Sept. 5 while playing a pickup basketball game.

Aisha Braveboy wins reelection as Prince George's Co. executive, AP projects
November 4, 2026, 5:40 am | Source
Braveboy defeated write-in candidate Tonya Sweat, who didn't meet the BOE's required signatures to make the ballot.

Maryland voters approve redistricting ballot question, AP projects
November 4, 2026, 5:20 am | Source
The "yes" vote could potentially reshape the political landscape ahead of the 2028 elections.

MAP: How Maryland voted in 5th District race to replace Steny Hoyer
November 4, 2026, 5:18 am | Source
Hoyer announced his retirement after 45 years in Congress.

Maryland Gov. Wes Moore wins second term, AP projects
November 4, 2026, 5:13 am | Source
The governor beat out Republican Dan Cox again to keep his role, in a repeat of the 2022 election.

MAP: How Marylanders voted for governor
November 4, 2026, 5:13 am | Source
Wes Moore's campaign focused on protecting Marylanders from President Donald Trump, while Dan Cox focused on affordability.

Federal poll monitors sent to Prince George’s, Prince William, Fairfax counties
November 4, 2026, 1:05 am | Source
The DOJ is deploying its largest election monitoring effort, targeting 1,000 monitors nationwide.

Police identify man killed in Landover shooting
November 4, 2026, 12:09 am | Source
Police identified the man shot last week as 55-year-old Derrick Bowen of Forestville.

Three charged after deadly dispute-related shooting in Landover
November 3, 2026, 11:04 pm | Source
A 20-year-old man was killed and another wounded after a dispute escalated into gunfire, according to Prince George's County police.

Cyclist struck and killed by Ride On bus in Rockville
November 3, 2026, 9:42 pm | Source
Montgomery County Police say a Rockville man was struck by a bus on Wednesday and died at the hospital three days later

Police identify man stabbed to death in Wheaton
November 3, 2026, 8:07 pm | Source
Christopher Schuler, 42, of Silver Spring, was stabbed to death early Monday morning.

Minor driver detained after Park Police pursuit in Upper Marlboro
November 3, 2026, 7:04 pm | Source
At one point, the driver tried to ram a police cruiser head on.

Teen girl dead, another hurt in Langley Park shooting
November 3, 2026, 6:33 pm | Source
Detectives are still working to learn what led up to the shooting.

Maryland sees huge early voting turnout ahead for midterms
November 3, 2026, 5:30 pm | Source
Maryland's State Administrator of Elections says the state saw record-breaking early voting numbers.

Deadly stabbing under investigation in Wheaton
November 3, 2026, 12:44 pm | Source
Police are still searching for the person responsible.

When do polls open and close in Maryland? What you need on Election Day
November 3, 2026, 12:43 pm | Source
On Election Day, voters must vote at their assigned polling place in Maryland. Anyone still in line when polls close will still be allowed to vote.

Maryland Voter Guide 2026 General Election | What you need to know before casting your ballot
November 3, 2026, 12:40 pm | Source
On the ballot are several statewide, federal, and local races, in addition to statewide referendums and local ballot questions.

Maryland Question 3 explained: What a yes or no vote means for congressional redistricting
November 3, 2026, 11:00 am | Source
Maryland voters are deciding Tuesday whether to change the rules governing how the state draws its congressional districts. Here’s what Question 3 would do.

Bojangles comeback in Prince George's County is almost complete
November 3, 2026, 4:21 am | Source
It's almost Bo Time again. The new Upper Marlboro location is expected to open Nov. 9 after a brief construction delay.

Wise High School football forfeits four regular-season games due to ineligible students participating
November 3, 2026, 4:20 am | Source
One of Maryland's powerhouse football teams forfeits four wins due to ineligible players, losing an undefeated record heading into the last game of the season.

Prince George's County confirms new auditor amid scrutiny over nonprofit funding
November 3, 2026, 3:55 am | Source
Marcel Emerson was confirmed on a 6-1-1 vote as county leaders continue to debate investigations into nonprofit grants and county oversight.

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