Montco Preps For 2024 Election; Among Nation's 'Most Watched' Counties

Local officials are eyeing Montgomery County's importance to America's future and making preparations to protect the 2024 election.

What 30 Years Of Spotted Lanternfly Spread In PA Could Look Like

From a spotted lanternfly-sniffing dog, to cooperation between businesses and scientists, Pennsylvania is looking to stem the tide.

Norristown Area Unemployment Decreases: Feds

The unemployment rate in Montgomery County decreased recently.

Montco Launches COVID Economic Recovery Office

The new office will be charged with managing the $161 million the county has received from the American Rescue Plan Act.

Montco Sees Another 'Code Red' Issued As Severe Heat Continues

Powerful heat is continuing to spread throughout the region, leading Montgomery County officials to issue another Code Red emergency.

2022 US Senate Race In PA: Who's In, Who's Out

Pennsylvania's 2022 Senate race could determine the balance of power into the future. Here's the latest on the slew of candidates competing.

Citing Delta Variant, Montco Officials Continue Vaccine Push

"The higher our vaccination numbers go, the better equipped we will be for whatever COVID-19 throws our way," Commissioner Arkoosh said.

Search Underway For Missing Montco Man

The missing man has been found.

Bill Cosby, His Accusers React As He's Released From PA Prison

Cosby was greeted by cheers at his Montco home. "We love you Mr. Cosby, we love you sir!" some yelled, while others cried "hey hey hey!"

COVID's Delta Variant Arrives In PA: What To Know

What is the Delta variant and why is everyone talking about it? And more importantly, does the vaccine work against it?

Montco Names New Public Safety Director

20-year U.S. Army vet and longtime local public servant Michael Vest has been named to the role.

Montco's COVID Positivity Rate At 0.49 Percent

Even as the pandemic dwindles throughout the region, Montgomery County has shown exceptional numbers. Here's the latest:

PA Lifts Mask Order: Here's Who Still Has To Wear Them, And Where

Some 14 months after it was first put into place, Pennsylvania has officially lifted its mask mandate.

Montgomery County Ahead Of Biden's Coronavirus Vaccine Goal

Here is how the Norristown area is doing in the race to vaccinate its population.

Montco's Val Arkoosh Gets Big Endorsement In US Senate Run

Midterm elections are still more than a year away, but a crowded Democratic primary field is already jostling for the open U.S. Senate seat.

Supreme Court Rules In Favor Of PA Cursing Cheerleader

In a major free speech decision, the U.S. Supreme Court sided with a teen who was punished for cursing out her school in a Snapchat post.

COVID Cases Vanishing Across Montco: Town By Town Update

The percent positivity rate in Montgomery County is approaching zero. Here are the latest numbers from your local communities:

Montco's Vaccination Rate Climbs, Restrictions Eased: The Latest

A sense of normalcy is returning to Montgomery County. Here's a glance at the latest vaccination numbers.

Congresswoman Madeleine Dean Will Not Run For Senate: Reports

The announcement brings some definition to the hotly contested 2022 U.S. Senate race, which could run through Montgomery County.

Montco Lifts Mask Mandate At Summer Camps, Schools

With case numbers reaching a "record low," Montgomery County has reached another benchmark amid the waning pandemic.

Norristown Police To Crack Down On Illegal ATVs, Dirt Bikes

The scourge of illegal dirt bikes and ATVs in Norristown has reached a breaking point, authorities said, placing lives in danger.

There's Still 1 PA County With Substantial COVID Spread: New Data

Coronavirus still exists in Pennsylvania, but it is rapidly dwindling. Here's a look at the most recent statistics.

Montco Breaks Ground On New Justice Center, Norristown Park

Officials hailed the project as a "landmark" for both the county and Norristown.

Montco Panel To Address Raising A Child In LGBTQ Community

The event will feature experienced parents of LGBTQ youth discussing how to best raise children in the community.

Montco COVID Positivity Rate Now At 1.1 Percent

Steady progress continues to be made in eradicating the pandemic in Montgomery County.

Montco's COVID-19 Dashboard Wins Statewide Award For Excellence

The dashboard was a critical tool both to keep the public up to date during a crisis and to inform county policy.

Things To Do This Weekend In Montgomery County

Live music, new restaurants, farmers markets, and more. Check out these events happening in Montgomery County.

Ru Paul's Drive 'N Drag Show Coming To King Of Prussia

The traveling Drive 'N Drag tour which aims to "Save 2021" is coming to Montgomery County this month.

PA Restaurateur Used Pandemic Funds For Personal Expenses: Feds

The restaurant owner faces decades in prison after feds said he spent hundreds of thousands in pandemic loans for himself.

How COVID Cases Have Decreased This Month In Montco, Town By Town

As Montgomery County looks to put the pandemic in the rearview mirror, here's a glance at what things look like at the municipal level.

PA Issues New COVID Guidance For Unvaccinated Children

The state has issued updated guidance for children not yet eligible to receive the COVID-19 vaccine.

Norristown Area Unemployment Decreases: Feds

Montgomery County's unemployment rate decreased recently.

An Alternative To Arrest: Montco Police Join Drug Treatment Lead

Residents arrested for simple possession or related misdemeanors now have the option of partaking in the unique treatment program instead.

Controversy Roils Over Count Of Undated Ballots In Philly Area

Election officials around southeastern Pennsylvania counted undated ballots during the primary election. The GOP claims it was illegal.

Tick Bites Spike In PA: Diseases And How To Protect Yourself

More than half of ticks analyzed in a recent Pennsylvania study carried Lyme disease. Here's what to know about these nefarious critters.

Montco Awards $2.5M In Funding To 23 Sustainability Projects

Sustainability projects in towns across Montgomery County have received millions in funding.

Montco Special Ceremony Will Honor Pride Month, Raise Flag

The Progress Pride flag will be raised over the county courthouse during a special ceremony next week.

Montco Reaches Lowest COVID Case Numbers Since Start Of Pandemic

Not since March 2020 have things looked like they do now in Montgomery County.

PA Vaccination Rate Skyrocketing, 70 Percent Have 1st Dose

The state is hailing a milestone in its ongoing vaccination efforts as 70 percent of Pennsylvanians have received their first dose.

Montco First Dose Vaccination Rate Skyrockets To Near 70 Percent

Montgomery County's vaccination rate is rapidly climbing, officials said, noting that clinics will be closed for Memorial Day weekend.