Top Maryland Democrats could consider ‘universal voting’ this legislative session
Senate President Thomas V. Mike Miller and House Speaker Michael Busch are considering a “universal voter registration” plan that would automatically put every eligible state resident on the voting rolls without them having to register. [Baltimore Sun]
Montgomery County wants its own loan authority
The move, which requires approval in the state legislature, would allow the county to leverage its borrowing power to offer flexible loan rates to residents. [Washington Post]
Bicyclist killed in Rockville collision
Samuel Vigil, 37, died Sunday after he struck a Lexus SUV on his bike Saturday night on East Gude Drive, according to county police. [Montgomery County Police]
Rock Spring Master Plan meeting tonight
Monday night’s meeting, set for 7 at Walter Johnson High School, will include information on area properties that could be redeveloped. [Planning Department]
More than 100 first responders take part in exercises at Forest Glen Metro station
The station was closed from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday as the Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Service (MCFRS) and other agencies practiced responding to a smoke incident on the Metro tracks and a suspicious package on a bus. [Montgomery Community Media]
Carbon monoxide detector may have saved family
MCFRS personnel were alerted to high carbon monoxide levels by a detector attached to equipment when they responded Saturday to a home in the Randolph Hills neighborhood. [NBC4]
Record temperatures possible before afternoon rain
The high temperature could reach 68 degrees and the National Weather Service says there’s a 100 percent chance of rain, mainly after noon. [National Weather Service]
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