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The latest from Jack Hogan
3 Iranian Americans ache for family and friends in their native land
Three Iranian-born women share their fears and frustrations as they try to connect with family and friends in Iran, where the regime has imposed a communication blackout.
What’s going to happen to the ‘big white elephant’ in Clarksburg?
County officials are hoping a new vision for Clarksburg will attract a large company to a former Communications Satellite Corp. site and spur the local economy.
The Chesapeake Center shutters amid family feuding, debt and a privacy breach
Dozens of clinicians and their patients are scrambling after the abrupt closure last week of The Chesapeake Center, a nationally known Bethesda-based practice specializing in ADHD with multiple locations in the region and Florida.
Money for climate action is drying up. Is the county still making progress?
Leaders said the county had completed or made substantial progress on 63 of the 84 goals outlined in the plan, as of June 30.
Davis Kennedy, former publisher who pioneered growth of Gazette papers, dies at 87
Davis Kennedy, whose Gazette newspapers covered communities in Montgomery, Frederick and Carroll counties before he sold the chain to The Washington Post, died on Christmas.
Donna Marriott, wife of hospitality giant, dies at 90
Donna Marriott, wife of the founder of the Bethesda-based hospitality corporation, died Tuesday at age 90.
Poolesville protests 5 years without White’s Ferry
Dozens of people gathered in Poolesville on Tuesday to mark the five-year anniversary of the closing of White’s Ferry. They accused property owners of robbing residents of a long-standing and essential service.
With growth slowing, debates over tax hikes and budget cuts begin
Over the next six years, Montgomery County will bring in $854 million less than previously expected, sparking a fresh debate over taxes and cuts.
Dan Snyder’s former Potomac mansion sells for $13 million at auction
The Potomac mansion that once belonged to former Washington Commanders owner Dan Snyder sold at auction for $13.3 million on Thursday.
Waste incinerator emitted an excess of toxic pollutants, test shows
Testing showed Montgomery County’s waste incinerator was releasing an average of about 83% more dioxins and furans than is allowed under state law.
Research at this Rockville company is fueling future biomedical breakthroughs
IBT Bioservices is a contract research organization that supports pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies pushing to develop substance samples into breakthroughs.
Why are data centers coming to the Agricultural Reserve?
Developers have plans for seven data centers and an energy storage facility in Montgomery County's Agricultural Reserve.
With these grants, 55 local entrepreneurs get an early holiday gift
Montgomery County has awarded $7.5 million in grants to support, among other projects: new immunotherapy treatments targeting tumors, advanced microelectronics for spacecraft, and treatments for fungal diseases made from natural products.
5 questions for the new hire charged with boosting the county’s growth
Jared Smith, who started Monday as Montgomery County’s new economic development leader, says the local economy will bounce back from this latest period of uncertainty.
County leaders expect ‘difficult conversations’ on funding
Montgomery County is expecting to see $854 million less than expected in revenue over the next six years. Local officials blame the Trump administration.
Montgomery County teachers union throws its weight behind Will Jawando
The influential Montgomery County Education Association has endorsed County Council member Will Jawando in the race for county executive.
Bidding on former Washington Commanders owner Dan Snyder’s Potomac mansion begins Friday
Auction proceeds will go to the American Cancer Society, to which Snyder gifted the property in 2024.
County Council approves controversial University Boulevard plan in divided vote
The council voted 7-3 in favor of the plan, over concerns from a few members that new developments along University Boulevard will price out low-income residents.
County Council to vote on controversial plan for University Boulevard’s future
Supporters say the plan will make the major roadway safer and help the area grow, but detractors have called it a gift to developers that will clog roads and crowd neighborhoods and schools.
Who’s running for office in Montgomery County? Here’s a list.
All eyes will be on the race to be the next Montgomery County executive. But several other high-profile races are also taking place.
