13 Boaters Rescued From Potomac River in Storm
More than a dozen boaters were rescued from the Potomac River after they became overwhelmed by a storm Friday evening, according to Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Service (MCFRS). The… 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.
Man Sentenced to 28 Years for Fatal Stabbing in Rockville
A man has been sentenced to 28 years in prison for stabbing and killing a man in Rockville more than three years ago. Jaime Havier Lee, 43, of an unconfirmed… Read More
MonkeyCon Coming to Bohrer Park Aug. 6
MonkeyCon is coming to Bohrer Park in Gaithersburg on Sunday, Aug. 6. Residents can come dressed as their favorite character or superhero to the comic convention hosted by the Montgomery… Read More
Heat Emergency Alert Continues in Montgomery County
A heat emergency alert continues in Montgomery County until Saturday. The county issued the alert from 11 a.m. Thursday to 9 p.m. Saturday. It is declared when temperature or heat… Read More
Detectives Seek to Identify Suspects Who Tried to Break Into Olney Gas Station Twice
Detectives seek to identify two suspects who police said tried to break into the same gas station twice in Olney. Investigators ask for the public’s help identifying them. On two… Read More
Holiday Inn Gaithersburg Reopens After Pandemic Closure
The Holiday Inn Gaithersburg has reopened after it was closed for more than three years. “We are proud and excited that this iconic hotel will again serve the residents, visitors,… Read More
Residents With Hyundai Vehicles Can Get Free Anti-Theft Software Upgrade
Residents with Hyundai vehicles can get free anti-theft software installed at RFK Stadium in Washington, D.C. through Monday. “You don’t have to be a D.C. resident to participate!” the Montgomery… Read More
Fugitive Extradited From Mexico Held Without Bond For 2010 Murder
A fugitive wanted for the 2010 killing of a Bethesda professor has been extradited from Mexico back to Montgomery County. Jorge Rueda Landeros, 53, is currently held at the county’s… Read More
Jawando Announces Endorsements from Prince George’s County Officials
Montgomery County Councilmember and U.S. Senate candidate Will Jawando announced endorsements from Prince George’s (PG) County electeds in his run for Senate. The four PG County officials now endorsing Jawando… Read More
5 Things to Know Today, July 26, In Montgomery County
It’s Wednesday, July 26, and here are five things to know in Montgomery County. 1. Free Dog Adoptions: Two dozen dogs at the Montgomery County Animal Services and Adoption Center… Read More
Residents Testify on Plan to Improve Pedestrian Experience
Residents shared their perspectives on a plan aimed to make the pedestrian experience better. Wheaton resident Adam Carlesco said he does not own a car and relies on walking, biking… Read More
Councilmembers Discuss Pedestrian Master Plan
Councilmembers received a briefing Tuesday on a plan to make walking — and rolling — safer and more comfortable in Montgomery County. The Planning Board approved the Pedestrian Master Plan… Read More