Flood Sensors Installed in Montgomery County
Montgomery County has installed 35 new flood sensors. The sensors will serve as an early warning system that can track rising water and alert authorities so the public can be… 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.
A Dozen Displaced After Charging E-Scooter Likely Causes Fire in Derwood
A dozen people were displaced due to a fire likely caused by a charging e-scooter in Derwood on Thursday, according to Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Service (MCFRS) Chief Spokesperson… Read More
Search for ‘Plan B’ Will Commence After Rice Withdraws Name
County Executive Marc Elrich said the county will initiate a search for “plan B” after former Councilmember Craig Rice withdrew from consideration for a newly-created position. “This was important work,… Read More
Man Sentenced to Life Plus 40 Years for Aspen Hill Murder
A man has been sentenced to life in prison plus 40 years for killing a man in Aspen Hill in 2013, according to the Montgomery County State’s Attorney’s Office (MCSAO). … Read More
Elrich Blasts Abortion Pill Ruling by Texas Judge
Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich blasted a ruling from a Texas judge regarding an abortion pill and said it impacts concerns the county has about protecting women’s health. Last week,… Read More
Councilmembers Vote to Create Urban District in Friendship Heights
Montgomery County will have a new urban district. County Councilmembers voted unanimously Tuesday to establish an urban district in Friendship Heights on the county’s side. Council Vice President Andrew Friedson… Read More
Police: 17 Year-Old Girl Injured, 2 Dogs Killed in Traffic Collision
Police said a 17-year-old pedestrian who was out walking her dogs suffered life-threatening injuries after a driver struck her Monday. The girl’s two dogs died at the scene, according to… Read More
5 Things to Know Today, April 12, In Montgomery County
It’s Wednesday, April 12, and here are five things to know in Montgomery County. 1. Budget Discussion: County Executive Marc Elrich will hold the first of six community discussions about… Read More
Councilmembers Pass Resolution to Support Transgender Community
The county council passed a resolution supporting the transgender community. Councilmembers voted unanimously on the resolution during a meeting Tuesday. It was introduced last month. “We don’t have to look… Read More
Chambers of Commerce Speak Out Against Proposed Property Tax Increase
During a public hearing before the Montgomery County Council on Tuesday, leaders of chambers of commerce testified against a 10-cent property tax increase proposed by County Executive Marc Elrich. Brian… Read More
More Than 150 Residents Expected to Testify on Budget
More than 150 residents are expected to participate in public hearings this week for a proposed $6.8 billion operating budget, County Council President Evan Glass said Monday. “We expect more… Read More
Mother, Baby Girl Doing Well After ‘Very Unexpected’ Delivery on I-270
A mother and her newborn daughter are doing well after the baby was born along I-270 early Friday, according to Adventist HealthCare Shady Grove Medical Center. Alexa Almonte and her… Read More