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.
High schoolers helped local seniors with technology Tuesday at the Benjamin Gaither Center, a senior center in Gaithersburg. “There is a gap in knowledge with technology and there’s an opportunity… Read More
It’s Tuesday, Dec. 17, and here are five things to know in Montgomery County. Check today’s weather forecast here. 1. Holiday Drive for Hurricane Victims: The county police department is collecting… Read More
MCM talked to new School Board President Julie Yang on Monday about topics including her priorities, safety and security, student achievement, and hate in schools. This month, school board members… Read More
A 12-year-old Montgomery County girl is making sure kids in need get toys this holiday season. Annabelle Lee partnered with the County Sheriff’s Office, the Family Justice Center, and Sheppard… Read More
Rep. Jamie Raskin (MD-08) announced the winners of his district’s 2024 Congressional App Challenge. Wheaton High School sophomore Ayden Yeung and Montgomery Blair High School sophomore Julian Givens won for… Read More
The trial of an 18-year-old who was charged for allegedly planning a school shooting has concluded. The judge is scheduled to issue a verdict Dec. 30, according to the Montgomery… Read More
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore wants to allow beer and wine sales in grocery stores across the state. “Maryland is one of only states in the nation that bans the sale… Read More
It’s Wednesday, Dec. 11, and here are five things to know in Montgomery County. Check today’s weather forecast here. 1. Santa Rides With Police: Santa will be riding with the… Read More
Fitness passes for county recreation centers will continue to be free for residents next year. The county will extend the free program, County Executive Marc Elrich said Tuesday. “We make… Read More
It’s Tuesday, Dec. 10, and here are five things to know in Montgomery County. Check today’s weather forecast here. 1. Greentree Road Bridge: At 7 p.m. the county transportation department… Read More
New County Council President Kate Stewart’s priorities for the year ahead include growing the county’s economy and presence as a life sciences hub, boosting affordable housing, and – with a… Read More
Police said a woman has been arrested and charged with killing her 3-month-old daughter in Chevy Chase. Mackenzie Rose Colgan, 37, is charged with first-degree murder, according to the Montgomery… Read More