County Executive Marc Elrich on keeping Montgomery County Public Schools safe
In the wake of the Robb Elementary School mass shooting in Uvalde, Texas, parents are feeling concerned again about school safety in Montgomery County.
Students in Montgomery County will take wellness surveys to assess mental health
Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) says the well-being of its students is a top priority.
Montgomery County attempts to address rise in teen violence
Montgomery County leaders are taking an "all hands on deck" approach to addressing the rise in teen crime.
Maryland teacher arrested for assaulting students, police say more victims possible
A teacher in Baltimore County faces assault charges related to an incident with two students, according to police.
Parents in Montgomery County upset unvaccinated students being forced to quarantine
Multiple parents whose children were quarantined feel the school system is unfairly targeting unvaccinated students when those who are vaccinated can also test positive.
Mother of murdered Northwest High School student speaks out
The suspect arrested and charged with first-degree murder in Jai’lyn’s homicide is another Northwest High School student.
Student stabbed near Gaithersburg High School, police say
Two Gaithersburg High School students were involved in a stabbing just before classes ended on Wednesday.
Resignations, retirements rise among Montgomery County teachers
During Teacher Appreciation Week, the head of Montgomery County’s Teacher’s Union waived a red flag, arguing the county’s educators still need more love from the school district.
Pig heart transplanted into patient was infected with pig virus, health officials say
The transplant patient ended up dying two months later, though doctors are not conclusively saying whether or not the virus led to the patient’s death.
Maryland school district suing vaping company Juul claiming 'gross negligence'
One of the largest school districts in Maryland announced Monday they are suing major vaping company Juul in an attempt to protect students.
DC, Maryland schools requiring negative COVID-19 tests for students returning after spring break
School systems across Maryland and D.C. are requiring students to provide a negative COVID-19 test before they can return to class after spring break.
Walt Whitman HS student found with pellet gun at school: police
An air soft pellet gun was confiscated from a student at Walt Whitman High School in Bethesda, Maryland on Friday, according to police.
University of Maryland temporarily housing Afghan refugees
The University of Maryland (UMD) is stepping in to help Afghan refugees, but the school's generosity is attracting mixed reactions from students.
Montgomery County schools released from lockdown after suspicious activity reported nearby
An emergency situation in Clarksburg, Maryland prompted several schools to lockdown Wednesday, according to authorities.
Prince George's County police receive report of alleged sexual assault involving high school students
A Prince George's County high school is investigating after police received a report of an alleged sexual assault that occurred last year involving two students.
Frederick Co. parents, students focus on solutions after hate crime arrests
Students and parents say the arrest of three students on hate crime charges last week is bringing to light a broader problem of racism in Frederick County Public Schools.
Frederick Co. middle schoolers face hate crime charges
Three eighth grade students are facing hate crimes charges after investigators say they posted online threats targeting Black students.
Threats targeting Black students at Middletown Middle School made on social media
Threats specifically targeting Black students were made on social media Wednesday, causing the Frederick County Sheriff’s Office (FCSO) to respond to Middletown Middle School.
Walt Whitman High School cancels 'Vike-A-Thon' dance after sexual assault allegations arise
An explosive article written by a Montgomery County high school student exposes serious allegations of harassment and sexual assault at an annual school dance in Bethesda.
Former University of Maryland employee indicted for allegedly stealing over $1 million
A former University of Maryland employee has been indicted in Prince George's County on two counts of theft.