Gaithersburg Announces Unofficial Election Results; Ashman Reelected Mayor

The City of Gaithersburg has announced the unofficial results for its municipal election for mayor and two council member seats. The races show that incumbent Jud Ashman will be reelected as the city’s mayor, a position...

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Watch Live: Candidates Forum for Gubernatorial Primary to Focus on Renters’ Rights, Affordable Housing, Eviction Crisis

The Montgomery County Renters Alliance, in partnership with Montgomery Community Media hosted a candidates’ forum on the evening of Tuesday, Sept. 21. The forum included the candidates for the Democratic gubernatorial...

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Foro para las Primarias a Gobernador: Derechos de los Inquilinos, Viviendas y Crisis de Desalojo

La Alianza de inquilinos del condado de Montgomery, en asociación con Montgomery Community Media, organiza un foro de candidatos el martes 21 de septiembre de 6:00 p.m. a 8:30 p.m. El foro incluye a los candidatos para las...

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Sept. 28 Voter Registration Drives on National Voter Registration Day

Tuesday, Sept. 28 is National Voter Registration Day, a nonpartisan civic holiday first observed in 2012. The Montgomery County Board of Elections (BOE) encourages residents to register to vote and to verify their voter...

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Former NFL Player Tackles Law & Order

Robert Bass used to suit up for the Bears and the Packers. Now he wants to add a badge to his wardrobe, according to his campaign’s FaceBook page.  A Silver Spring resident, Bass, 50, joins the race for Montgomery County...

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Former DNC Chair Tom Perez Enters Maryland Gubernatorial Race

Tom Perez, who recently completed his term as chair of the Democratic National Committee, announced on Wednesday that he is running for governor of Maryland. Perez, a resident of Takoma Park, announced his bid on social media,...

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November 6, 2018 | Mitti Hicks, Douglas Tallman, and Michelle Queen

Montgomery County Executive General Election Results

Montgomery County voters will elect a new County Executive this election cycle. The 2018 Gubernatorial General Election takes place Nov. 6, 2018. Polls are open Tuesday from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. for the general election.  Anyone in line at 8 p.m. will be permitted to vote. The Board of Elections will release results of […]

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November 6, 2018 | Staff Writer

Election Day Sights and Scenes Around Montgomery County

Montgomery County voters took to the polls Tuesday, Nov. 6, despite the rain. Here are photos and videos from Gaithersburg, Olney, Quince Orchard, and Sandy Spring. Photos by Phil Fabrizio   Voters spoke with MCM’s Deirdre Byrne this morning. Christopher & Philippa Channer (Olney) brought their kids to the polls this morning. Philippa says it’s […]

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November 6, 2018 | Staff Writer

Watch MCM’s General Election Coverage Nov. 6 from 9 to 11:30 p.m.

Election Day is finally here! Montgomery Community Media’s live coverage of the Nov. 6 General Election starts at 9 p.m. Hosts Gary Nuremberg and Cindy Pena will be in the studio with a group of local experts to break down the races and results. MCM journalists will report from the election headquarters of the three […]

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November 5, 2018 | Douglas Tallman

Ashman, Franchot Talk Politics in Gaithersburg

Maryland Comptroller Peter Franchot visited Gaithersburg on Monday to get in some last-minute politicking in Crown in Gaithersburg, meeting up with Mayor Jud Ashman. We met with the two to talk about what they expect to happen on Election Day on Tuesday.

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November 5, 2018 | Deirdre Byrne

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Five Cheap Rides to the Polls When You Don’t Own a Car

Make sure transportation isn’t an issue for when you cast your ballot in Montgomery County.  Here are five ways to ride to the polls for free, or at an affordable price. Bike to your polling location. Download the Capital Bikeshare App on your phone and unlock the free 24 hour pass. The pass is valid […]

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November 4, 2018 | Staff Writer

#MoCoVotesMCM 2018 General Election Guide

Comprehensive Candidate Information Available The Maryland Gubernatorial General Election takes place Nov. 6, 2018. Early voting for the general election will be available at 11 early voting centers in Montgomery County from Oct. 25 to Nov. 1. Montgomery Community Media’s comprehensive look at local races can be found here. We have candidate statements from the county executive, […]

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October 31, 2018 | Michelle Queen

Election Talk: Josh Kurtz and Doug Tallman on the Montgomery County Elections

Josh Kurtz, the founder of MarylandMatters.org, provides some analysis on the races Montgomery County voters will decide in 2018: the county executive, the Maryland governor’s race and the 6th Congressional District. Plus, Josh and MCM reporter Doug Tallman talk about voter turnout and women on the ballot.

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October 25, 2018 | Douglas Tallman

Long Lines for Some Early Voters

Long lines greeted voters on the first day of early voting.

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October 24, 2018 | Douglas Tallman

Election Talk: Women on the Ballot

Josh Kurtz, founder of the MarylandMatters.org website, talks with MCM reporter Doug Tallman about the lack of women representing the county on the council, in the state legislature and in Congress.

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October 24, 2018 | Douglas Tallman

Election Talk: Voter Turnout

Josh Kurtz, founder of the MarylandMatters.org website, gives his thoughts on what the voter turnout will be this election.  

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