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.
On Monday, leaders announced new legislation to create safety plans for certain businesses open late at night in Montgomery County. The new bill would require businesses open between 12-6 a.m.… Read More
Police said three men were shot early Sunday morning in Wheaton. It occurred in front of 2425 Reedie Drive, per a release from the Montgomery County Police Department (MCPD). Officers… Read More
Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich said the county supports a number of bills at the state level backed by Gov. Wes Moore, including legislation regarding abortion announced this week. “This… Read More
A Gaithersburg man was found criminally responsible for sexually abusing four females with special needs while he was a bus driver for Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS). A jury found… Read More
State Del. Jheanelle Wilkins (District 20), chair of the Maryland Legislative Black Caucus, shared priorities the caucus has for this General Assembly session. Priorities include Black wealth, health, cannabis legalization,… Read More
Repairs are now complete after a plane crashed into power lines in Gaithersburg last November. The repairs to the damaged Gaithersburg transmission tower and overhead lines were finished on Feb.… Read More
Some lanes were temporarily blocked after a collision on I-270 Thursday morning, according to Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Service (MCFRS) Chief Spokesperson Pete Piringer. A collision involving a car… Read More
Adoption fees will be waived for dogs over 40 pounds during the “More to Love” event with the Montgomery County Animal Services and Adoption Center (MCASAC). It is not uncommon… Read More
A council bill would require gas stations in the county to post the highest credit price of regular gas. Montgomery County Councilmember Gabe Albornoz introduced the new bill Tuesday. State… Read More
Police say a teen pedestrian was struck and injured Tuesday night in Downtown Silver Spring. A 16-year-old girl was taken to a hospital with non-life threatening injuries, according to the… Read More
It’s Wednesday, Feb. 8, and here are five things to know in Montgomery County. 1. Rec Alert: The Germantown Indoor Swim Center will operate on a modified schedule this week. #RecAlert:… Read More
The Montgomery County Council celebrated Black History Month with a commemoration Tuesday. This year’s theme is Black resistance. Councilmember Will Jawando said he thinks it is one of the most… Read More