Months of racially charged incidents prompts address from Montgomery County Public Schools
Montgomery County Public Schools is hosting an event Thursday night to address recent incidents of hate, bias, racism, antisemitism and LGBTQ+ prejudice over recent months.
DC Pickleball Team partners with University of Maryland
D.C. Pickleball Team will donate professional-level equipment – including JOOLA pickleball paddles – to Maryland's team in an effort to raise awareness for the sport and make it more accessible in the community.
Former substitute teacher accused of sexually abusing middle schoolers in Charles County
A grand jury has indicted a former long-term Charles County substitute teacher for multiple sex crimes.
Vape detectors being installed at some Montgomery County high schools
Vape detectors will be installed at a select number of high schools in Montgomery County in the coming weeks.
Man accused of exposing himself to women near UMD campus turns himself in
The man accused of exposing himself to a student off-campus on Sunday, and another woman Monday morning has turned himself in to police at the University of Maryland.
Maryland bill requires schools to teach swimming and water safety
A Maryland lawmaker is pushing a bill that will require schools to teach swimming and water safety.
Bowie State University to name theater after Dionne Warwick
Bowie State University is honoring the legendary Dionne Warwick by naming a theater on campus after her.
College betting partnerships could change under new sports wagering code
When it comes to betting on sports, the advertisements aren't hard to miss. But soon, college students may see fewer than they do now.
MCPS revises policy on LGBTQ-friendly books
MCPS updated its messaging Thursday regarding the use of inclusive LGBTQ texts in classrooms.
Quince Orchard High School changes open lunch policy after student overdoses
The principal cited continued safety concerns and disruptive behaviors that have taken place off school property as the reason for the changes.
Voyeur incident in UMD dorm under investigation
A voyeur incident inside a dorm bathroom at the University of Maryland is under investigation.
Charles County installing AI gun detection software at schools
School buildings in Charles County will soon be equipped with an artificial intelligence (AI) system meant to detect guns on school campuses.
New Maryland School Report Card gives insight into pandemic's impact on students
Maryland officials released the first school report since 2019 highlighting how the state's schools have bounced back in the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Superintendent fights to drop 180-day calendar for Maryland schools
Anne Arundel County Superintendent Dr. Mark Bedell wants to do away with Maryland's calendar mandate of 180 days.
Former BMX racer hosts opioid community talk at Gaithersburg High School
Tony Hoffman, a former pro BMX racer and U.S. Olympic coach, led a discussion on opioid prevention Wednesday for Gaithersburg High School parents.
Maryland 529 whistleblower says he warned agency about negative impacts to parents' accounts
A whistleblower and former longtime employee of Maryland 529, the state agency that provides college savings plans for families, is telling FOX 5 about the concerns he shared with leadership of the agency, which has come under scrutiny after hundreds of parents say they could not access the funds in their savings accounts.
Alleged sex offenses under investigation at Westlake High School
Charles County deputies are investigating multiple alleged sex offenses at Westlake High School.
MCPS responds to parents’ restorative justice concerns
MCPS addressed concerns over its restorative justice approach Wednesday as the school system is now evaluating whether the practices are actually working in accordance with state guidelines.
Gov. Moore helps UMD celebrate naming of Thurgood Marshall Hall
On the last day of Black History Month, Maryland Governor Wes Moore joined students, staff, and alumni at the University of Maryland as they celebrated the new name of the School of Public Policy building.
Richard Montgomery High School student accused of robbing Shell gas station at knifepoint
A Richard Montgomery High School student was arrested Monday for allegedly robbing a gas station at knifepoint last week.