Triple shooting in White Oak area of Silver Spring

Montgomery County police are investigating a triple shooting that took place early this morning in the White Oak area of Silver Spring. The shooting was reported at 1:51 AM in the 11900 block of Bournefield Way. That is not a residential street, but an office park with tenants ranging from healthcare providers and banking, to drug rehab facilities and commercial cleaning services. Officers arriving at the scene found two adults and a minor suffering from gunshot wounds. All three were transported to local hospitals, where one is in serious-but-stable condition, and the other two are in good condition with non-life-threatening injuries.

Detectives say all three victims were drawn to the area by a pre-organized "outdoor meetup" event with many attendees. They say a suspect has not yet been identified. Anyone with information regarding the suspect or this crime is asked to visit the Crime Solvers of Montgomery County, MD website at www.crimesolversmcmd.org and click on the “www.p3tips.com” link at the top of the page or call 1-866-411-8477. Tipsters may remain anonymous.

Armed robbery in downtown Silver Spring

Montgomery County police responded to a report of an armed robbery in downtown Silver Spring Wednesday night, October 28, 2026. The robbery was reported in the 800 block of Thayer Avenue at 10:26 PM. It took place in an alleyway. A knife was the weapon employed in the robbery.

Update on Silver Spring's newest parking garage

Construction is nearing completion at Montgomery County Public Parking Garage 22 at 8615 Georgia Avenue in downtown Silver Spring. Although County signage is beginning to pop up around the structure, the parking deck is actually being constructed by United Therapeutics. The Silver Spring biotech firm traded this site to the County in exchange for the Cameron Street Garage property at 8700 Cameron Street, where UT would like to expand. UT is also providing a fiber hub to the County, a parcel of land for future affordable housing, and a new County Department of Transportation parking operations facility at 9150 Brookville Road in Forest Glen. The new garage is expected to open next spring.

Aerospace firm chooses Virginia over Maryland for 2nd headquarters

Colorado-based defense and aerospace firm Auria, following the model of Amazon with its HQ2, sought a location to establish a new East Coast corporate headquarters. You will be absolutely shocked to learn that the company came to the same conclusion as Amazon, and has chosen Fairfax County over Montgomery County. Auria announced it will open its HQ2 at 2000 Edmund Halley Drive in Reston. The headquarters will also contain research, development, and system integration facilities, which will enhance testing and product demonstration capabilities. Meanwhile, the Montgomery County Council will have to again save their ribbon cutting scissors for the next convenience store opening.

"We are proud to welcome Auria’s East Coast headquarters to Fairfax," Virginia Governor Abigail Spanberger said in a statement yesterday. She said the company's decision "reflects confidence in our business environment, strategic location, and our continued support of innovative aerospace and defense companies."

We could talk about the lower taxes and business-friendly environment of Northern Virginia compared to Montgomery County, which has the highest total tax and fee burden in the entire region. But let's look again at the critical factor of access to Dulles International Airport, essential for any serious international businessperson. The site chosen by Auria is an 8 minute drive away from Dulles. Montgomery County still lacks direct access to Dulles, thanks to the Montgomery County Council canceling the long-planned Potomac River crossing of I-370 to Route 28 in the Dulles area. Doh!

Road closures for Takoma Park Monster Bash event October 31

The City of Takoma Park’s annual Monster Bash Parade and Street Party is happening on Saturday, October 31, 2026. To help ensure a fun and safe event for all participants and visitors, the Takoma Park Police Department has announced several temporary road closures throughout the afternoon. If you plan to travel through the area on Halloween, please take note of the schedule and detours below.

🎃 Parade Road Closures

Time: 12:45 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.

The parade is expected to last about an hour. To accommodate the procession, the following streets will be closed starting at 12:45 p.m.:

Piney Branch Road: Closed between Ray Road and Philadelphia Avenue.

Philadelphia Avenue: Closed between Piney Branch Road and Maple Avenue.

Note: Both Piney Branch Road and Philadelphia Avenue are expected to fully reopen to traffic by 2:00 p.m. once the parade concludes.

👻 Street Party Road Closure

Time: Immediately Following the Parade – 6:00 p.m.

Once the parade wraps up, the celebration moves to Maple Avenue for the official Monster Bash Street Party.

Maple Avenue: Closed between Philadelphia Avenue and Lee Avenue.

This closure will remain in place until approximately 6:00 p.m. While Maple Avenue is closed, Piney Branch Road and Philadelphia Avenue will remain open to regular traffic.

🚗 Tips for Drivers

Expect Disruptions: Allow extra travel time if you are passing through Takoma Park on Saturday afternoon.

Follow Signs & Police Guidance: Keep an eye out for posted detour signs and follow any directions given by officers on duty.

Stay Alert: Watch for increased pedestrian traffic during both events.

Ex-Amazon Fresh store in Silver Spring to be converted to multiple storefronts

The former Amazon Fresh building at 12263 Prosperity Terrace at White Oak Town Center is getting a new lease on life. Multiple leases, in fact. According to a source with knowledge of the plans, the grocery store structure will be subdivided to allow for more than one retail or restaurant tenant to occupy it. Construction on the project is expected to commence this winter.

Israeli defense firm chooses Virginia for U.S. headquarters

Israeli defense firm Smart Shooter has selected the location for its new U.S. headquarters, and - surprise! - it's Northern Virginia, not Montgomery County. The company, known for its rifle-mounted and hand-held fire control systems, chose Dulles Office Park in Herndon for its U.S. operations center. As you might surmise from the property name, the site is 5 minutes from Dulles International Airport, an essential amenity for international businesspeople. Montgomery County infamously lacks direct access to Dulles, by virtue of County elected officials cancelling the long-planned new Potomac River crossing from I-370 in Gaithersburg to Route 28 in the Dulles area. "I coulda been a contender!" Womp, womp.

Photo courtesy Fairfax County Economic Development Authority/Nikolai Roster

Cold Stone Creamery, Wetzel's Pretzels to open in Burtonsville

Two brands that have recently rekindled their interest in Montgomery County now have their sights on Burtonsville. Cold Stone Creamery and Wetzel's Pretzels have both signed leases at the revitalized Burtonsville Crossing shopping center. Both have already installed signage above their shared storefront by TJ Maxx. Wetzel's recently returned to Westfield Montgomery Mall in Bethesda, but won't have to face its arch rival Auntie Anne's at Burtonsville Crossing. No such luck for Cold Stone Creamery, with nemesis Baskin Robbins a Joe Namath football throw away.

Count Gore de Vol to host Evil Dead screening Saturday in Silver Spring

Count Gore de Vol will rise from his casket once again to resume his horror hosting duties at the AFI Silver Theatre at 8633 Colesville Road in Silver Spring this Saturday, October 24, 2026. The beloved television personality will preside over a screening of the depraved 1981 classic The Evil Dead at 7:00 PM at the historic movie house. Saturday's event is part of the theater's Halloween on Screen celebration. Tickets are $15, a small price to pay to be able to say you've seen the legendary Dick Dyszel live...er, dead, and in-person.

AutoZone opens in White Oak

AutoZone has opened at 11259 New Hampshire Avenue at the White Oak Shopping Center in Silver Spring. It is located in the former Sears Auto Center building. This is the fourth AutoZone location in eastern Montgomery County. In addition to a large selection of auto parts and accessories, the store also offers services like free battery testing and charging, Fix Finder check engine light diagnostics, and the Loan-A-Tool program.

Palisades Lounge to return to downtown Silver Spring

Palisades Lounge is poised to make a triumphant return to downtown Silver Spring. It will be reopening in its old space at 8211 Georgia Avenue. That was most recently home to Elysium Lounge, which has closed. Palisades Lounge originally opened here in May of 2019.

Silver Spring Potbelly reopens after car crashes into storefront

The Potbelly Sandwich Shop restaurant at 12273 Tech Road, at Westech Corner in the White Oak area of Silver Spring, has reopened after a long temporary closure. A driver crashed into the storefront of the restaurant on February 22 of this year. The shop remained boarded up for months since, leading many to wonder if it would ever open again. It has finally reopened, and has a large OPEN NOW flag fluttering in the breeze out front.

Shed burglarized in New Hampshire Estates neighborhood of Silver Spring

Lock your sheds in New Hampshire Estates, as thieves are looking for valuables inside. Montgomery County police responded to a report of a shed burglary at a home there yesterday morning. The burglary, which probably occurred over the night, was reported at a home in the 900 block of Navahoe Drive at 8:46 AM Saturday. According to police, the shed was unlocked.

Silver Spring woman killed in Colesville collision identified by police

Montgomery County police have released the identity of the pedestrian who was struck and killed in the October 14 collision on Randolph Road. Enyish Sergawie Asemahegne, 72, was crossing Randolph from Locksley Lane in Colesville when she was struck by a driver traveling eastbound. The driver, operating a maroon 2005 Toyota Sienna minivan, remained at the scene, and is cooperating with the investigation. Detectives say there is so far no evidence that the driver was impaired by drugs or alcohol.

The investigation is ongoing, and may take up to several months to complete, police say. In the short term, anyone with information regarding this collision is asked to contact the Collision Reconstruction Unit at 240-773-6620.

Buffalo Wild Wings GO burglarized in Kensington

Montgomery County police responded to a report of a burglary at Buffalo Wild Wings GO at 10619-B Connecticut Avenue in Kensington on October 8, 2026. According to police, the burglary took place in the early morning hours of that day. Officers responding to the scene found evidence of forced entry at the restaurant. They determined that an unspecified amount of cash had been stolen. Police say there were three alleged burglars, but can describe the three only as males of unknown age.

Frank's Burgers to serve 8 AM breakfast 1 day only Saturday in Wheaton

Nick's Diner had to serve dinner for the first time last month. Another, newer Wheaton restaurant is going to give 8:00 AM breakfast service a try for one day only this Saturday, October 17, 2026. Frank's Burgers at 11230 Grandview Avenue in the Wheaton Triangle typically opens at 11:00 AM. Set your alarm early!

Fatal collision in Silver Spring

Montgomery County police are on the scene of a fatal collision in the Colesville area of Silver Spring this morning. The accident occurred on Randolph Road at Locksley Lane, and a 4th District police officer came upon the aftermath while on patrol at 7:08 AM. An adult female has been declared deceased at the scene. Police say the collision was between a single vehicle and a pedestrian. The driver of the vehicle has remained at the scene, and is cooperating with police.

Randolph is currently closed between Hammonton Place and Sherwood Forest Drive. The police Collision Reconstruction Unit is en route to the scene. Avoid that section of Randolph this morning.

1 dead after 3 men overdose at Wheaton Metro station

Montgomery County police and Fire and Rescue Service personnel responded to a report of three men suffering a medical emergency at the Wheaton Metro station last night. First responders arriving at the scene at 8:15 PM Monday found three men alive but unresponsive. Their initial determination was that the three patients had overdosed on an unspecified drug. They were transported to a local hospital.

Tragically, one of the three men passed away at the hospital later last evening. The two others were still alive, but their conditions were not detailed by police. Detectives say a full investigation into the incident is now underway.

Assault in parking lot in Silver Spring

Montgomery County police responded to a report of a 2nd-degree degree assault in the Long Branch area of Silver Spring early Saturday night, October 10, 2026. The assault was reported in the 8800 block of Piney Branch Road at 8:49 PM. It took place in a residential parking lot.

Assault at drugstore in Aspen Hill

Montgomery County police responded to a report of a 2nd-degree assault at a drugstore in Aspen Hill this past Thursday afternoon, October 8, 2026. The assault was reported at a drugstore in the 2200 block of Bel Pre Road at 4:20 PM. That appears to be the CVS Pharmacy at the Plaza del Mercado shopping center. At least one individual was accused of shoplifting in the same incident.

Strong-arm robbery in Aspen Hill

Montgomery County police were dispatched to a residential street in Aspen Hill on September 28, 2026, after someone was allegedly robbed there. The assault and robbery were reported at the intersection of Longmead Crossing Drive and Homecrest Road at 5:10 PM. That is near the Longmead Crossing Pool. According to police, two robbers allegedly assaulted the juvenile victim, and ran off with unspecified property. Police describe the suspects only as two Black males of unknown age.

Strong-arm robbery at restaurant in Wheaton

Police were summoned to a restaurant in Wheaton after someone reported having been the victim of a strong-arm robbery there Tuesday evening. The robbery was reported at a restaurant in the 11000 block of Veirs Mill Road at 6:41 PM. That is at or near Wheaton Plaza, but the specific restaurant has not yet been identified by police. The victim was also physically assaulted.

Armed robbery in parking lot in Silver Spring

Montgomery County police responded to a report of an armed robbery in a Silver Spring parking lot Tuesday afternoon, October 6, 2026. The robbery was reported in a commercial parking lot in the 4100 block of Randolph Road at 3:00 PM. That is in the busy commercial area at the intersection of Randolph and Veirs Mill Road. A firearm was the weapon employed in the robbery. Another disturbing violent crime committed in broad daylight, continuing a 2026 crime trend in Montgomery County.

Police investigate shots-fired incident in Silver Spring

Montgomery County police are investigating a shots-fired incident that occurred early Monday morning in the Veirs Mill Village neighborhood of Silver Spring. Residents reported hearing gunfire at the intersection of Colin Road at Mahan Road at 12:20 AM. Officers have preliminarily determined that several shots were fired from inside a vehicle. No injuries were reported.

Honeygrow opening October 9 in Silver Spring

Honeygrow will open a Silver Spring location this Friday, October 9 at 10:30 AM. It is located at 10721-A Columbia Pike, at the Shoppes of Burnt Mills shopping center. The fast-casual restaurant is known for its cooked-to-order stir fry entrees, salads, and honeybar desserts. Operating hours will be 10:30 AM to 10:00 PM, seven days a week. 

"Opening in Silver Spring marks another exciting step in Honeygrow's continued growth in Maryland," Honeygrow Senior Vice-President of Marketing Todd Miller said in a statement. "We're proud to be expanding our footprint across the state, and can't wait for our Silver Spring guests to come in, find their favorite order, and make Honeygrow part of their routine."

Deli-Café opens in Kensington

Deli-Café is now open in Kensington. It is located at 4222-D Howard Avenue. After passing the usual thorough Montgomery County inspections for construction code compliance and cleanliness, the family-owned cafe opened its doors for the first time this morning. Check it out for breakfast and lunch on weekdays. Operating hours are 6:30 AM to 2:30 PM Monday through Friday, and closed on weekends.

Montgomery County police 4th District station moving Monday

The Montgomery County Police Department's 4th District station in Wheaton will relocate tomorrow, Monday, October 5, 2026. It will now be located at the Montgomery County government office building at 2425 Reedie Drive in the Wheaton Triangle. Please note that 4th District residents are losing front-facing and walk-in services with the move. Those services will instead be offered at the 3rd District station at 1002 Milestone Drive in Silver Spring.

Kensington Gardens apartments for sale

A landmark residential property in Kensington has hit the market for sale. Kensington Gardens, a seven building garden apartment complex at 3403 University Boulevard West, houses a total of 54 1-and-2-bedroom units on 1.9 acres. The complex dates from the early 1950s, but has undergone extensive renovations this century. There are 54 parking spaces on the property, which is convenient to the commercial areas in Kensington and Wheaton, including Wheaton Plaza. It's also a prime long-term redevelopment investment opportunity - but let's not go there! The asking price is not given in the online sale listing.

House of Printing headed for auction in Burtonsville

The building housing The House of Printing in Burtonsville could be yours, if you are the winning bidder in a pending auction. Located at 15401 Old Columbia Pike, the 1986 structure is currently usable as an industrial property. But it also has tremendous investment potential as a redevelopment site. The asking price is $1,000,000, according to the online auction listing.