New Maryland traffic laws that took effect Oct. 1 increase fines for speeding in school zones. Fines now escalate based on how fast a driver is going, ranging from $40 to $425. Previously, the maximum ...

Hagerstown Police have issued arrest warrants for two suspects in a fatal downtown shooting. The suspects are identified as Michael Timothy Wilder, 38, and Cierra Candice Bryant, 39. The victim, ...

From July 6 through July 18, Herald-Mail Media will be spotlighting the top prospects in each Washington County high school sport for the 2026-27 school year. Today, volleyball takes center stage.

Hagerstown Police are investigating a fatal shooting that occurred early Sunday morning in downtown Hagerstown. Officers ...

The National Weather Service issued a Heat Advisory and an Extreme Heat Watch for Washington County. Officials advise ...

Washington County celebrated its 250th anniversary at the Washington County Agricultural Education Center on July 4, 2026.

Miss Maryland and Miss Maryland's Teen were named on Saturday and Friday, respectively. Miss Maryland, Gianna Romero, is also ...

The GOP challenge to grace periods for mailed ballots was part of President Trump's broad attack on voting by mail.

The following Washington County deed transfers for April 12-18, 2026 are public record in the Md. Department of Assessment ...

The National Weather Service has issued extreme heat warnings for the Tri-State area. Heat index values could reach 110 degrees, creating dangerously hot conditions. Officials advise residents to stay ...

The Washington County Commissioners voted 4-1 on June 30, 2026, to approve a 12-month moratorium on data center applications.

The heat index — how hot it actually feels — could reach 105 to 110 degrees Wednesday through Friday, July 1 to 3, as a heat ...