5 Things to Know Today, Feb. 18, In Montgomery County
It’s Tuesday, Feb. 18, and here are five things to know in Montgomery County. Check today’s weather forecast here. 1. Impact of Rising Egg Prices: Higher egg prices combined with… Read More
Maryam Shahzad
Maryam is a reporter with Montgomery Community Media. She graduated from the University of Maryland in 2019 with a bachelor's degree in broadcast journalism. Previously, she was an intern with myMCM. She can be reached at mshahzad@mymcmedia.org or on Twitter @maryam_mcm.
Mid-Atlantic Jazz Festival Runs This Weekend at Bethesda Marriott
The annual Mid-Atlantic Jazz Festival takes place this weekend in Bethesda. The three-day festival, which runs annually over Presidents Day weekend, is Friday through Sunday at the Bethesda Marriott located… Read More
Maryland Joins Lawsuit Challenging Elon Musk’s Power
Maryland has joined multiple other states in a lawsuit challenging Elon Musk’s power under President Donald Trump’s administration. The lawsuit filed Thursday states, “In recent weeks, Defendant Elon Musk, with… Read More
Elrich Supportive of Newly-Passed Plastic Bag Ban
County Executive Marc Elrich said he supports the carryout plastic bag ban that was approved by the county council this week. “I’m looking forward to getting rid of them,” Elrich… Read More
Leggett is Proud, Thankful for Building Renaming Honor
Later this month, the Executive Office Building in Rockville will be renamed after former County Executive Isiah “Ike” Leggett. MCM asked Leggett what the recognition means to him. “I do… Read More
Labor Department Gearing Up to Support Federal Workers Facing Layoffs
Maryland has not yet seen a surge in unemployment insurance applications as federal government employees face layoffs under the new Presidential administration, but the state is preparing to make sure… Read More
Silver Spring Man Arrested for Series of Armed Robberies
Police said a Silver Spring man was arrested for eight armed or attempted armed robberies at businesses that happened from last November to this month. Domonique Nicholas Walker, 24, was… Read More
Schools to Open on Time Thursday
Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) will open on time Thursday following Wednesday’s snow day. Before and after-school childcare programs and community use will go on as scheduled, according to MCPS.… Read More
Downed Wires, Dozens of Crashes During Tuesday Snow
County fire and rescue responded to more than 150 calls for service over a four-hour period during heavy snow Tuesday night. Most were weather-related, including dozens of crashes, and wires… Read More
5 Things to Know Today, Feb. 12, In Montgomery County
It’s Wednesday, Feb. 12, and here are five things to know in Montgomery County. Check today’s weather forecast here. 1. Winter Storm Warning: The county is under a Winter Storm Warning until… Read More
Bill Would Regulate Surveillance Technology Including Drone Program
A council bill introduced Tuesday would regulate the county’s use of public safety surveillance technology. County Council President Kate Stewart, who is lead sponsor with Councilmember Kristin Mink, said their… Read More
Plastic Bag Ban Approved by Council
Plastic carryout bags will be banned from retail businesses in Montgomery County starting next year. Starting Jan. 1, 2026, retailers will be prohibited from giving out plastic carryout bags, with… Read More