Maryland's top election official is being threatened with criminal charges by the Justice Department, the latest effort by the Trump administration to pressure state elections officials and cast doubt on the validity of this fall's elections, say some election advocates.

Maryland Matters · 2026-07-08 19:40

Asian parents in Montgomery County are asking the Supreme Court to hear their argument that the public schools system's "racial balancing" policy illegally excludes their high-performing children from middle school STEM programs.

Washington Times (Local) · 2026-07-08 11:59

Some hit-or-miss showers and a storm are possible this morning. Humid highs in the 80s this afternoon with more significant storms likely after 2 p.m.

Capital Weather · 2026-07-09 05:00

The certification confirmed Will Jawando's win over four other candidates seeking the Democratic nomination for county executive.

WTOP Maryland · 2026-07-09 06:21

Affordable Care Act Marketplace insurers are proposing a median premium increase of 14% for 2027, which would be a double-digit hike for the second year in a row, according to a new analysis of preliminary rate filing. Maryland is among the states studied.

Maryland Matters · 2026-07-09 02:57

A new Maryland law requires health care providers to receive additional training on menopause and perimenopause while expanding insurance coverage for related care.

MyMCMedia · 2026-07-07 18:12

Despite a 12-3 defeat, the Silver Spring-Takoma Thunderbolts' Gabe Pegues and Christian Dray excelled for the Ripken League All-Stars.

Source of the Spring · 2026-07-09 05:00

What good is a smart policy when no one is willing to enforce it?

Montgomery Perspective · 2026-07-08 07:00

The canvassing is done and the Board of Elections certifies the results Wednesday, July 8. Two tight primary races have been resolved.

MyMCMedia · 2026-07-08 12:27

The Montgomery County Board of Education officially installed Leul Dawit, a rising junior at Northwood High School, as its 49th Student Member of the Board (SMOB).

MoCo Show · 2026-07-07 10:23

The illness, cyclosporiasis, is caused by cyclospora, a food- and waterborne parasite.

WTOP Maryland · 2026-07-08 18:29

Another plume of Saharan dust is on the way. Here's what it will impact.

WUSA9 · 2026-07-08 18:01

Scientists believe the fish kill is likely the result of what’s called a "summer turnover," when warmer water from the surface and cooler water from lower down suddenly mix.

WTOP Maryland · 2026-07-07 03:57

Even somewhat cooler than it has been, we'll probably add more to the list ahead, which is common for peak summer.

Capital Weather · 2026-07-07 15:51

Like many other places, Montgomery County has seen a rash of antisemitic incidents in recent years, especially following the October 7, 2025 attack in Israel and the conflict that has followed.

Montgomery Perspective · 2026-07-06 07:00

The Eastern Silver Spring Communities Plan has entered its next phase following the completion of community engagement on the plan’s preliminary recommendations.

MoCo Show · 2026-07-06 17:28

The pay increase comes amid the district cutting hundreds of MCPS positions after the Montgomery County Council passed a fiscal year 2027 budget that included $36 million less than the district requested.

Bethesda Magazine · 2026-07-06 11:24

The Montgomery County Police Department (MCPD) is rolling out a major upgrade to its nationally recognized Drone as First Responder (DFR) program.

MoCo Show · 2026-07-06 08:48

For days after Janeese Lewis George decisively won the DC mayoral primary, Donald Trump didn’t say much about it. Then, last Sunday, he logged into Truth Social to call her a communist.

Washingtonian · 2026-07-06 10:52

The District is the second-riskiest city in the U.S. for drivers, according to a Allstate study in which Baltimore is third.

Washington Times (Local) · 2026-07-08 15:29

Practical advice for confidently cycling around town.

The 51st · 2026-07-08 15:25

In three years under the stewardship of artistic director Hana S. Sharif, Arena Stage at the Mead Center for American Theater burned through five production managers, lost two of three commercial producing partners lined up for one season, and ran deficits that sources say totaled millions of dollars.

Washingtonian · 2026-07-08 11:17

Maryland lawmakers will meet for a special session next month to consider a constitutional amendment dealing with future congressional redistricting, legislative leaders announced Tuesday, following a failed effort earlier this year to redraw the state's maps to boost Democrats.

Washington Times (Local) · 2026-07-07 17:46

Construction continues at Easy Like Sunday as the well-loved Baltimore brunch spot is expanding into downtown Silver Spring.

Source of the Spring · 2026-07-09 06:00

Takoma Park native reflects on 30 years in the kitchen and the mentors who guided him along the way.

Bethesda Magazine · 2026-07-06 15:05

A heartfelt social media video is bringing new attention to a longtime Silver Spring restaurant after a granddaughter fave herself 60 days to help save her grandmother’s business.

MoCo Show · 2026-07-06 18:44

Prince William County's Board of Supervisors voted unanimously not to move forward on what could have become the largest data center development in the world.

NBC4 Washington · 2026-07-07 01:59

The Dulles South Innovation Center would be nearly double the size of the Digital Gateway, the controversial project opponents officially killed just last week.

WUSA9 · 2026-07-07 19:16

Transmission towers could be feet from two Loudoun County schools, as the school board prepares for an emergency hearing that could reshape thousands of lives.

WUSA9 · 2026-07-06 18:37

The importance of U.S. diplomacy and aid overseas.

WAMU · 2026-07-06 07:54

The Trump Administration’s Domestic Policy Council released a scathing 162-page report on Monday taking aim at the National Museum of American History. The report argues that the museum “fails in the basic task of illuminating our heritage” and that it intends to “divide, dispirit, and discourage our citizens.” All 162 pages are a crazy ride, […] The post The Weirdest Takeaways From Trump’s 162-Page Smithsonian Report first appeared on Washingtonian .

Washingtonian · 2026-07-08 05:00

The U.S. Naval Academy marked 30 years, then 40 years of enrolling women with celebrations and fanfare. But on Monday, its 50th anniversary of coeducation, the Annapolis military college is doing nothing.

WTOP Maryland · 2026-07-06 11:21

On America’s 250th birthday, while lightning sporadically lapped at the National Mall, I sat on a curb outside of the Willard Hotel. Around me was a scrum of Americans: street preachers and squalling children, folks in MAGA hats and bucket hats and sequined “47” hats. A utility wagon stuffed with five tiny gingham-clad boys. I […] The post Why DC’s Summer of Trumpy Malaise Feels So Bad first appeared on Washingtonian .

Washingtonian · 2026-07-07 10:23

“Nothing really, you know, prepares you for something like that, and you tend to tense up and kind of wonder what’s happening."

NBC4 Washington · 2026-07-06 02:36

A passenger looks on as members of the group Patriot Front ride the Washington Metro on July 4, 2026, in Washington, D.C. (Photo by Finn Gomez/Getty Images)

NBC4 Washington · 2026-07-06 00:25

NBC4 Washington · 2026-07-07 04:38

Three more defendants entered not-guilty pleas in Reflecting Pool damage cases as prosecutors continue a broader investigation tied to the troubled renovation.

WUSA9 · 2026-07-08 23:05

In the latest wrinkle in the Reflecting Pool saga, US Attorney for DC Jeanine Pirro announced in a press conference last Thursday that former Olympic canoeist David Hearn was indicted in DC Superior Court on felony destruction of property charges for allegedly damaging the Lincoln Memorial’s Reflecting Pool. The indictment comes after President Donald Trump’s […] The post Legal Experts Agree: The Reflecting Pool Felony Case Faces Long Odds first appeared on Washingtonian .

Washingtonian · 2026-07-07 16:36

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