Maryland ride-hailing driver accused of raping, kidnapping teen passenger
A rideshare driver was charged with rape and kidnapping after allegedly assaulting a passenger under 18 in Silver Spring, police said.
Sep 18, 2026Open source
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Silver Spring, Maryland. Counties or equivalents associated with this area: Montgomery. Associated ZIP codes: 20901, 20902, 20903, 20904, 20905, 20906, 20907, 20908, 20910, 20911, 20914, 20915, 20916, 20918, 20993, 20997.
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Maryland woman sentenced to over 3 years in prison for COVID-era unemployment fraud scheme
A Silver Spring woman was sentenced to more than three years in federal prison for her role in a scheme that fraudulently obtained hundreds of thousands of d...
Aug 3, 2026Open source
Maryland police seek homicide suspect with Nashville ties
Maryland police say a homicide suspect believed to have family ties to Nashville is wanted in the killing of a 67-year-old Silver Spring woman.
Jun 5, 2026Open source
Plants native to DC-area could offer greener alternative to water-hungry lawns
At the Swamp Rose Co-Op in Silver Spring, Maryland, staffers guide plant lovers who may want to start with part of a garden or convert an entire lawn to a me...
May 30, 2026Open source
Last link of Purple Line rail installed; rail service still more than year away
The long-delayed light rail Purple Line project connecting Montgomery County to Prince George’s County took a step forward Thursday when the final piece of...
May 8, 2026Open source
Teen held without bond in Blake High School parking lot shooting; second suspect may face charges
According to court documents, Djibia Gombo picked up the gun, pointed it at a school security officer and told him to back up before dropping the weapon.
May 4, 2026Open source
For this all-male book club, reading has been a shared pleasure for 30 years
On a sunny Sunday afternoon in late April, eight men in Silver Spring, Maryland, gathered for a monthly tradition that began 30 years ago: a book club meeting.
May 2, 2026Open source
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Woman critically hurt in Kensington house fire
A woman was critically hurt in a house fire in Kensington, Maryland Saturday. The Woodbridge Avenue home doubled as an assisted living facility.
Sep 27, 2026Open source
USPS driver charged with manslaughter in crash that killed Montgomery County woman
The USPS mail truck pulled out of a gas station in Kensington, Maryland, right as Mairi Morrison was crossing the driveway.
Sep 9, 2026Open source
Midnight Mile tradition returns to UMD College Park as fans kick off men’s basketball season
Students and fans at the University of Maryland, College Park are gearing up to head to the track just after midnight for the men’s basketball team’s Mid...
Oct 30, 2026Open source
Popular College Park bar seeks pause on 90-day liquor license suspension ahead of Halloween
Cornerstone Grill and Loft in the University of Maryland, College Park community is asking for a pause on a 90-day liquor license suspension implemented ahea...
Oct 28, 2026Open source
WVU men's basketball: Mountaineers using exhibition vs. Terps as evaluation
COLLEGE PARK, Md. -- Exhibition games can provide plenty of opportunities to see where a team is leading into a season.
Oct 21, 2026Open source
WVU men's basketball: Mountaineers fall in OT to Terps 90-81 in exhibition
West Virginia guard Martin Somerville (6) guards Maryland's Baba Oladotun (10) closely during a men's basketball exhibition game between the Mountaineers and...
Oct 19, 2026Open source
College Park ticket wins $1M in Powerball drawing; jackpot climbs to $748M
A College Park 7-Eleven sold a $1 million Powerball ticket matching the first five numbers Saturday night, Maryland Lottery reported.
Aug 3, 2026Open source
Maryland universities launch AI degree programs in response to rapid growth
Morgan State University and the University of Maryland College Park announced new AI-focused programs this summer.
Jul 31, 2026Open source
Dozens of cars vandalized in Maryland apartment parking lot
Dozens of cars were broken into overnight at an apartment community in College Park, Prince George’s County police said.
Jul 31, 2026Open source
Parents of former Maryland football player killed in 2024 car crash start foundation in his honor
COLLEGE PARK, Md. (AP) — The parents of former Maryland football player Isaiah Hazel have launched a foundation in his memory after he was killed in a car...
Jun 28, 2026Open source
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Maryland's Most Haunted Places Include Mansions, Cemeteries And Historic Inns
Strange smells. Weird noises. Objects moving. Doors closing. All of these paranormal experiences can be found at historic Maryland places.
Oct 31, 2026Open source
Who fits Maryland’s coaching search? 11 names tied to Jim Smith’s vision.
Jim Smith outlined what he wants in Maryland's next football coach. Here are 11 candidates who fit his description.
Oct 31, 2026Open source
Caddix Cleats founder offers to pay quarterback Caleb Williams' NFL fine over 'unauthorized logo'
The Maryland founder of Caddix Cleats offered to pay the NFL fine levied on Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams, who wore the cleats during a game.
Oct 31, 2026Open source
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Silver Spring is in Montgomery County, Maryland.
Region: Maryland
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20901, 20902, 20903, 20904, 20905, 20906, 20907, 20908, 20910, 20911, 20914, 20915, 20916, 20918, 20993, 20997
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Maryland's Most Haunted Places Include Mansions, Cemeteries And Historic Inns
Strange smells. Weird noises. Objects moving. Doors closing. All of these paranormal experiences can be found at historic Maryland places.
Oct 31, 2026Open source
Who fits Maryland’s coaching search? 11 names tied to Jim Smith’s vision.
Jim Smith outlined what he wants in Maryland's next football coach. Here are 11 candidates who fit his description.
Oct 31, 2026Open source
Caddix Cleats founder offers to pay quarterback Caleb Williams' NFL fine over 'unauthorized logo'
The Maryland founder of Caddix Cleats offered to pay the NFL fine levied on Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams, who wore the cleats during a game.
Oct 31, 2026Open source
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39.0191060, -77.0076130
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Montgomery County
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