Rockville Teen Skyler Jones-Gist, 16, Missing Since Tuesday Night, Police Say

Montgomery County police are asking the public to help locate 16-year-old Skyler Jones-Gist, who was last seen Tuesday evening in the 9900 block of Medical Center Drive. Police say she was wearing a short-sleeve black compression shirt and black sweatpants. Detectives from the Montgomery County Department of Police. – Special...

Instant Takeaways From UVA's Comeback Win at Maryland

It was raucous. It was near-defeaning, according to Apple Watches. And Virginia found a way to win. In the unfriendly confines of Maryland's Xfinity Center in C

Maryland's Sean O'Haire drills game-winning 30-yard field goal vs Wisconsin

Maryland 19-Year-Old Gets 30 Days in Jail, Five Years Suspended, and a Probation Ban on Car Meetups

Derrick Kingston Henry, 19, of Boyds, Md., will serve 30 days in jail for his part in a Feb. 22, 2026 street takeover in Montgomery County that damaged two county police cruisers. The sentence handed down is five years, but the county’s Nov. 6 news release says all but 30 days of it is suspended. Henry was ordered to report to jail by 5 p.m. Monday, Nov. 9.

The Remarkable Story of “Mr. RM” John Fahrner, a Montgomery County Coaching and Teaching Legend

This article was republished with permission and originally written by Gavin Manske and Larissa Deng where it was published in Richard Montgomery High School’s student newspaper The Tide. For more than 45 years, Mr. John Fahrner, known as “Mr. RM,” has been at the heart of MCPS and RM...

'I Can't Breathe': Maryland Officers Won't Face Charges After Man's Death Ruled Homicide

A Maryland man's death was ruled a homicide. Seven police officers were involved. Not one will face criminal charges. Maryland Attorney General Anthony Brown announced on Friday, Nov. 13, that no charges will be filed in connection with the death of Jamal Khari Thompson , 31, of Silver Spring. Thompso…

10 MCPS Schools Named National Gold Ribbon Schools for Service Learning, the Only Maryland Schools on the List

Ten Montgomery County public schools are among 50 schools nationwide named 2026 Gold Ribbon Schools in Service-Learning by the national group Youth Service America. They are the only Maryland schools on the group’s honoree list. The 10 schools. Damascus High School. Gaithersburg High School. Quince Orchard High School. William...

PG County Firefighter, Nursing Student Dies At 19: 'He Wore His Uniform With Pride'

A 19-year-old Maryland firefighter who proudly wore his cadet uniform in high school was still training to serve his community while studying nursing in college when his life was cut short. Emmanuel K. A. Amponsah, a 2025 graduate of Charles Herbert Flowers High School in Glenarden, died on Thursday…

Live Music This Weekend in Montgomery County: November 13–15

This weekly live music roundup was compiled by MoCo MD Music. Be sure to follow them on Facebook and Instagram (@mocomdmusic) for more local performances, musicians, and live music events happening throughout Montgomery County. Six sets around Montgomery County this weekend, and Friday is the busiest night with three shows...

A Maryland Pizza Chain Is Closing Its College Park Location Amid Rising Costs

A longtime favorite pizzeria, Potomac Pizza, announced the closure of its College Park location. After nearly a decade of service, the pizzeria will shut down in December due to rising operating costs. Potomac Pizza to Close College Park Location. Founded in 1978 by Adam B. Greenberg, Potomac Pizza is part...

28-year-old killed in Annandale crash, police say

Police said alcohol and speed are believed to be factors in a deadly Saturday morning crash in Annandale.

Man charged with filming University of Maryland Student in the shower

A man was arrested Thursday in connection with a voyeur incident at a University of Maryland dorm, according to the University of Maryland Police Department.

Woman Pleads Guilty In Medicaid Fraud Scheme That Cost Taxpayers Over $250,000

WASHINGTON — A 37-year-old Laurel woman pleaded guilty Thursday, November 12, 2026, to participating in a Medicaid fraud scheme involving mental health services that were never provided or were significantly inflated, resulting in more than $250,000 in losses. Delly Shabani pleaded guilty to one count of conspiracy to commit...

A Maryland Bakery Serves New York Style Bagels With Homemade Cream Cheese in Unexpected Flavors

Caramelized onion cream cheese comes with black pepper and a hint of rosemary at this Maryland bagel shop. Strawberry, olive, raisin walnut, and roasted red pepper spreads make the choice even harder. And that’s before you’ve decided which bagel to order. The dough is hand-rolled, kettle-boiled, and baked...

Free Christmas on the Farm Event Returns to December 5-6

The Friends of the Agricultural History Farm Park will host its annual Christmas on the Farm celebration on Saturday, December 5, and Sunday, December 6, from noon to 5 p.m. each day at the Agricultural History Farm Park in Derwood. The family-friendly event will feature free cookies and cider, hayrides,...

Maryland "is facing an energy crisis," utility Pepco says

"Maryland is facing an energy crisis," electric utility Pepco warned in a message to customers Thursday. "When demand for electricity is high and supply is limited, it puts pressure on the system and can increase costs," the message said, advising that customers "may see changes in your energy bill" as the region enters the winter months. The utility again has attempted to explain that many of the surging costs are not its responsibility, such as the taxes and fees imposed by Montgomery County and Maryland state governments. It specifically mentioned the EmPOWER Maryland fee that the Maryland legislature recently hiked again. Politicians hope that you will think Pepco is charging you these fees, which is part of the impetus for the utility to inform customers to the contrary.

Maryland football vs. Wisconsin preview

The Terps look to keep the momentum rolling against a Badgers team that has rebounded this year. Coming off its first Big Ten win since September 2025, Maryland football has the opportunity to make it two wins on the trot. Beyond that, though, progress is being measured in other ways by those within the program — including the level of buy-in for a fresh start.

First Look at Thai Two Cents, Now Open in Gaithersburg

Thai Two Cents has begun its soft opening at 263 Spectrum Avenue in Gaithersburg’s Spectrum Town Center, taking over the former California Tortilla space, which closed in November 2024 after approximately a decade at the location. A first look video is available below. The new restaurant comes from part...

Four Locations, Multiple Gunshots: Arlington Man Arrested

ARLINGTON, Va. — An Arlington man has been arrested after police say he fired multiple gunshots at four

Omar Lazo Wins Montgomery County’s At-Large School Board Seat

Omar Lazo has won the at-large seat on the Montgomery County Board of Education, defeating Brenda M. Diaz, according to unofficial results from the State Board of Elections. Lazo had 155,354 votes (51.5%) to Diaz’s 144,345 (47.8%) as of 9 p.m. Friday, Nov. 13, a lead of 11,009 votes, according to the board’s Montgomery County results page.