LGBTQ+ Storybook Opt-Out Case Will Go to Supreme Court
Parents who want to opt their kids out of LGBTQ+ storybooks in Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) curriculum will have their case heard by the Supreme Court. The Supreme Court… 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.
5 Things to Know Today, Jan. 21, In Montgomery County
It’s Tuesday, Jan. 21, and here are five things to know in Montgomery County. Check today’s weather forecast here. 1. Summer Camp Registration: The county recreation department’s summer camp registration… Read More
Students, Parents Speak on Proposed School Budget
Many testified before the school board Thursday evening in Rockville asking for funding in the Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) operating budget. Topics included class sizes, hate in schools, school… Read More
FBI Agent Indicted on Rape Charges
FBI Agent Eduardo Valdivia, 40, of Gaithersburg has been indicted by a grand jury Thursday on 19 counts after he was accused of raping women inside a Gaithersburg tattoo studio.… Read More
Man Convicted in Deadly Shooting in Silver Spring Garage
A man was found guilty Wednesday of first-degree murder for shooting and killing a man in a downtown Silver Spring parking garage in 2023. The following video contains graphic content showing… Read More
Total of 244 Arrested for DUI by Holiday Alcohol Task Force
As of Sunday, the county police department’s Holiday Alcohol Task Force arrested a total of 244 people for driving under the influence (DUI) this season. The task force began enforcement… Read More
COVID-19 Hospitalizations Rise
The county is experiencing seasonal highs in flu cases and a rise in COVID-19 hospitalizations. COVID-19 hospitalizations have doubled over the past two weeks, County Executive Marc Elrich said during… Read More
Elrich Shares Proposed Capital Budget
County Executive Marc Elrich shared his proposed fiscal year 2026 capital budget and Capital Improvements Program (CIP) amendments. He has sent his proposal to the county council, Elrich said during… Read More
27 Water Main Breaks, Leaks in County as of Wednesday Morning
There are 27 water main breaks and leaks in Montgomery County as of Wednesday morning as crews continue repair work, according to WSSC Water. According to WSSC, there has been… Read More
5 Things to Know Today, Jan. 15, In Montgomery County
It’s Wednesday, Jan. 15, and here are five things to know in Montgomery County. Check today’s weather forecast here. 1. Cold Emergency Alert: Montgomery County has issued a Cold Emergency Alert… Read More
‘All Stick and No Carrot’: Residents Testify on Proposed Plastic Bag Ban
Support and opposition were shared Tuesday on a proposed plastic bag ban. The county council bill would prohibit retail establishments from giving out plastic carryout bags, with some exceptions. The… Read More
Things to Know About Presidential Inauguration on Monday
The presidential inauguration of Donald Trump is Monday, coinciding with Martin Luther King Jr. Day. The county’s police department is involved with the event in Washington, D.C., and will send… Read More