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The driver of a Toyota 4Runner was pronounced dead at the scene in Gaithersburg on Wednesday after their car left the road, struck several trees and overturned, Montgomery County Police announced in a news release. Police said the cause of the collision, which occurred at 12:27 a.m. on the 11440...

A group of Maryland middle schoolers stopped a kidnapping suspect from abducting one of their classmates at a Gaithersburg bus stop, according to Montgomery County Police.

Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services responded to a two vehicle collision on Randolph Road, near Glenmont Circle, around 8pm on Wednesday, March 22. According to public safety reporter Cordell Pugh, one sedan overturned onto its roof and only minor injuries were reported. Both involved vehicles were towed from the scene. Photos courtesy of @0_o_willliam_o_0 on Instagram.

Authorities say at least six highway workers were killed after the driver of a grey Acura entered a work zone and struck multiple construction workers. WBAL reports.March 23, 2023.

The ongoing financial issues of discount retailer Tuesday Morning has led to them selling everything in the store- including fixtures and equipment. Last month I wrote an article about the discount retailer known as Tuesday Morningclosing eight of its stores in Maryland.

A Montgomery County, Maryland, health officer praised the Quince Orchard High School students who acted to help another, who reportedly had an overdose on Tuesday. “We do want to commend the students,” said Dr. Kisha Davis, referring to the incident Tuesday inside a McDonald’s bathroom across the street from the school.

Montgomery County Police and Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services responded to a collision involving a motorcycle on Wednesday evening in Germantown. According to MCPD, “At approximately 6:48 p.m., MCP officers responded to the area of Frederick Rd. and Cider Press Place in Germantown for the report of a collision involving a vehicle and a motorcycle.

Macy's has confirmed that four of its locations will close by April 2023. Macy's had already closed dozens of stores in the past years and plans to close around 125 stores, or a fifth of its locations, over a three-year period. The four locations closing are in California, Colorado, Hawaii, and Maryland.

A proposal for a residential community on the former Nike missile site in Gaithersburg was unanimously approved by officials at the Mayor and City Council meeting Monday. The proposal, presented by Clarksburg-based Pleasants Development Inc., includes up to 380 multi-family units across four development blocks with a height of up to five stories. The approximately 13.71 acres at 770 Muddy Branch Road will include 40% green space and include gathering areas, open lawns and sports courts, according to officials. The site will also include up to 15% Moderately Priced Dwelling Units (MPDUs).

Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) responded to a fire at the Streamside Apartments on the 300 blk of N. Summit Ave, near Girard St, in Gaithersburg around 9am on Tuesday, March 22. According to Chief Spokesperson for MCFRS Pete Piringer, the “small” fire was located on the 3rd floor of the building around a ceiling exhaust fan. The fire has been extinguished and there were no injuries reported. One family has likely been displaced. We will post an update if additional information becomes available.

The 100-year old building that is home to the Olney Ale House has been sold to Two Sibs LLC, led by Selim Kantar, for $1.45 million, according to the deed. Olney Ale House, located at 2000 Olney Sandy Spring Rd (Rt. 108 and Doctor Bird Rd.), operated in the space until a kitchen fire caused the restaurant to shut down in 2019. In September, we spoke with previous owner John Rich who told us he was interested in selling to someone that would continue to run it as the Olney Ale House restaurant. We spoke with Kantar today, who told us that he will be doing just that.

Police in Gaithersburg are investigating a drug overdose they say took place at a popular lunch spot for high school students. A Quince Orchard High School student was found unconscious Tuesday inside the McDonald's bathroom. Police said a Good Samaritan administered Narcan, and now that student is recovering in a local hospital. FOX 5's Nana-Sentuo Bonsu reports with the latest details.

Two men are in custody for their alleged roles in the murder of a 20-year-old Takoma Park man in Montgomery County earlier this month. Silver Spring resident Javier Reyes, 21, and Brian Gaitan-Sanchez, 20, of Bladensburg, were both arrested this week following an investigation into the fatal shooting of Walter Woods, authorities announced on Tuesday, March 21.

We're talking about your safety when walking or biking in Montgomery County. Leaders there are giving you an opportunity to give your input on their plan.

GAITHERSBURG, Md. (WJLA) — A Maryland high school student was located unconscious in a bathroom at McDonald's Tuesday, the Montgomery County Police Department (MCPD) said. The McDonald's is located directly across the street from the high school. Narcan was administered to the student, who then left the McDonald's where...

A national retail store chain with hundreds of stores throughout the country recently announced that it would be closing most of its store locations in Maryland. Many of these stores are currently running "closing sales" to liquidate inventory. Read on to learn more.

Montgomery County Police are investigating a fatal collision that occurred at approximately 12:27 a.m. on Wednesday, March 22, 2023 in Darnestown. According to MCPD, “The preliminary investigation has revealed that the driver of a gray Toyota 4Runner was traveling west in the 14400 block of Turkey Foot Road. For reasons that are still under investigation, the Toyota left the roadway and struck multiple trees, causing the vehicle to overturn. The driver was pronounced dead at the scene. The Montgomery County Department of Police, Collision Reconstruction Unit is investigating this collision. A news release will be distributed once more information is available, including the name of the deceased following proper notification of next of kin.”

Frustration over LGBTQ-friendly books being read to elementary school students in Montgomery County – some are claiming parents are pulling children out of class because of it. FOX 5’s Stephanie Ramirez spoke to local parents about the issue.

GAITHERSBURG, Md. — A high school student was rushed to an area hospital on Tuesday after being found unconscious inside a bathroom in a Gaithersburg McDonald's. Police claim Narcan was administered to the student during this incident. Around 11:56 a.m., officers located a Quince Orchard High School student unconscious...

ARLINGTON, Va. (DC News Now) — A man shot himself in a rideshare car after an attempted traffic stop in Arlington on Wednesday evening, police said. Ashley Savage, public information officer for Arlington County Police, said that Virginia State Police had pursued a car into the county. Arlington County Police received notice about this chase […]