Germantown, MD news on Tuesday, October 20, 2026
In Germantown, MD on Tuesday, October 20, 2026: 18K vote on day one; county tackles street racing. Also: More than 18,000 Montgomery County voters participated on the first day of early voting; Montgomery County schools face parent concerns as they consider potential school closures. Weather: Partly cloudy and mild today with highs near 61°F and light winds.
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Headlines
- Montgomery County passed bills to crack down on illegal street racing and speeding.DC News Now · · Around
News & local government
- More than 18,000 Montgomery County voters participated on the first day of early voting.Woodlands Online · · Around
- Montgomery County moved forward with data center restrictions to control development.WKRN News 2 · · Around
Safety & emergencies
- A kitchen fire in Montgomery County displaced four residents and caused $70,000 in damage.Patch ·
- A standoff situation in Montgomery County involved law enforcement and a potential hostage situation.FOX8 WGHP · · Around
Schools & kids
- Montgomery County schools face parent concerns as they consider potential school closures.WTOP News · · Around
- Federal complaint alleges antisemitic harassment at two Montgomery County high schools.WTOP News · · Around
- Six Montgomery County schools were named among Maryland's best for academic excellence.WJLA · · Around
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