Winter Storm Watch Issued for Sunday
A winter storm watch is in effect for Montgomery County from Sunday morning through Sunday evening. Forecasters warn of heavy snow with possible accumulations of up to 5 inches. The… Read More
Transportation
Transportation Department Warns About Text Scam for Unpaid Tolls
The Maryland Department of Transportation (MDOT) wants you to know they never text to request payment of outstanding toll bills. Here’s an example of the message you may get on… Read More
Purple Line Construction Prompts Detours to 4 Ride On Routes
Purple Line construction will temporarily close Manchester Road north of Wayne Avenue in Silver Spring. The closure will last about six weeks, affecting several Ride On bus routes. Impacted Routes… Read More
Ride On Route Changes Now in Effect
Montgomery County Department of Transportation (MCDOT) will implement changes to 27 Ride On bus routes starting Sunday, Jan. 12. The adjustments aim to improve efficiency, on-time performance, and resource allocation… Read More
Ridge Rd (MD 27) Shut Down After Monday Collision Amid Winter Storm
A winter storm has caused hazardous road conditions in Montgomery County, leading to multiple incidents and road closures. Early on Monday, Jan. 6, a collision occurred on Ridge Rd (MD… Read More
Declaration of Snow Emergency for Montgomery County Goes Into Effect at Midnight
A “Snow Emergency” is being declared for Montgomery County to take effect at midnight tonight. As a result, in accordance with the County Code, County residents are advised of the… Read More
Trucks Prepare to Salt Roads Ahead of Snow Forecast
With snow forecast over the weekend, trucks loaded up Friday at the county’s salt barn to prepare for road pre-treatment Saturday ahead of Sunday’s potential storm. MCM stopped by the… Read More
Elrich: ‘This Will Probably End Up Being The Most Expensive Light Rail Project In The World’
The light rail Purple Line originally was expected to cost $5.6 billion and begin transporting passengers by 2022. Now, the opening date is scheduled for December of 2027, and its… Read More
Top Stories of 2024: Purple Line Pushes Forward
Worked continued throughout 2024 on the 16-mile light rail line that is designed to connect Prince George’s and Montgomery counties. But that construction continues to be the bane of pedestrians… Read More
4 Years and Counting: The White’s Ferry Saga Continues
The end of December marks the 4th year since White’s Ferry stopped crossing the Potomac. A breakdown in the Ferry’s mechanics was the trigger, but an ongoing dispute between two… Read More
Local Leaders React to Another Year of White’s Ferry Continued Closing
White’s Ferry is marking its fourth year of closure. The immediate cause in 2020 was a snapped cable. But a dispute between the owners and Virginia landing’s owners was beyond… Read More
Meeting Set to Discuss Safety Upgrades Near Wheaton Woods Elementary
Montgomery County Department of Transportation (MCDOT) will host an in-person community meeting on Wednesday, Jan. 15, to discuss safety improvements near Wheaton Woods Elementary School. The meeting begins at 7… Read More