Gun allegedly links 16-year-old to second shooting, police say

Plus: Washington Post's nine best places to eat in Silver Spring; Auto thefts, homicides down in county

A 16-year-old Clarksburg boy is facing multiple charges after ballistic analysis linked a gun he allegedly used to Germantown shootings in March and August, Montgomery County police said Thursday. In the March incident, the teen allegedly shot at a 15-year-old getting off a school bus. In August, he allegedly shot at someone sitting on a bench. [DC News Now]

Nine places to eat when you are hungry in Silver Spring

The Washington Post’s professional eaters Tom Sietsema and Tim Carman share their nine best places to eat in Silver Spring. From Bete to Zinnia, the list includes such international flavors as Ethiopian, Mexican and Senegalese barbecue. [The Washington Post]

Auto thefts, homicides in county down in 2024

According to a Thursday report by the County Council’s legislative analyst, auto thefts and homicides are down in the first nine months of 2024. Auto thefts, which saw a 131% increase in 2023, are down 2%. [WTOP]

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