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Former Hillary Clinton adviser plans run for Maryland governor
Author and entrepreneur Alec Ross, of Baltimore, a former adviser to Hillary Clinton when she served as Secretary of State, said Gov. Larry Hogan’s agenda is not creating opportunity in Maryland. Ross is entering what is shaping up to be a crowded field of Democratic contenders. [Baltimore Sun]
Rockville outdoor smoking ban at restaurants likely to pass
The Rockville City Council ended its public comment on the bill this week and council members—with the exception of Mark Pierzchala—are supporting the ban on smoking outside at restaurants. [Rockville View]
Funeral services for Hogan’s father to take place Saturday
Gov. Larry Hogan plans to deliver the eulogy for his father, Lawrence J. Hogan Sr., during a funeral mass at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Annapolis on Saturday. Hogan Sr. is a former congressman and Prince George’s county executive who died last week after a stroke at the age of 88. [Washington Post]
Three people taken into custody after possible shots fired in Silver Spring
Montgomery County police took three individuals into custody Wednesday afternoon after a possible assault occurred in the 8800 block of Colesville Road, north of downtown Silver Spring. Police spokesman Rick Goodale said Wednesday that police found a car with bullet holes near the scene, but no victim of a gunshot. [@mcpnews]
Hot day expected
A mostly sunny day with a high near 83 degrees is expected Thursday with a chance of thunderstorms overnight, according to the National Weather Service.
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