Gov. Moore signs high-rise sprinkler law after 2023 Silver Spring fatal fire

Plus: Glenstone’s ‘Split-Rocker’ blooms again; At-large Montgomery County Council candidates set for Rockville forum

May 15, 2026 6:00 a.m. | Updated: May 14, 2026 3:36 p.m.

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Gov. Wes Moore signed a bill requiring sprinklers in certain renovated older high-rise apartments, a measure inspired by a deadly 2023 Silver Spring fire that killed 25-year-old Melanie Diaz. The victim’s family pushed for the change, saying it will help save lives. [WJLA]

Thousands of flowers revive Koons sculpture at Glenstone

Workers at Glenstone prepared the museum’s giant flower-covered “Split-Rocker” sculpture for the season by planting thousands of blooms into the towering artwork created by Jeff Koons. The piece, shaped like a mix of a toy horse and dinosaur, requires extensive upkeep each year. [WaPo]

At-large council candidates to face off at Rockville forum

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MCM CEO Jasmine White will moderate a Saturday forum in Rockville featuring 14 Montgomery County Council at-large candidates discussing their platforms ahead of the June primary. [MyMCMMedia]

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