5 Things to Know Today, Oct. 1, In Montgomery County
It’s Wednesday, Oct. 1, and here are five things to know in Montgomery County. Check the weather forecast here. 1. Buckets and Beats: The third annual “Buckets and Beats: The… Read More
Maryam Shahzad
Maryam is a reporter with Montgomery Community Media. She has more than five years of reporting experience. She can be reached at mshahzad@mymcmedia.org.
5 Things to Know Today, Sept. 30, In Montgomery County
It’s Tuesday, Sept. 30, and here are five things to know in Montgomery County. Check the weather forecast here. 1. Health Officer Shuts Down Trump, RFK Jr. Claims: Montgomery County’s… Read More
‘Racially-Motivated’: Elrich Denounces Roll Back of Fair Housing Enforcement
County Executive Marc Elrich called the roll-back of fair housing enforcement under the Trump administration “racially-motivated” and “just another threat to people.” “It kind of further cements his role as… Read More
5 Things to Know Today, Sept. 29, In Montgomery County
It’s Monday, Sept. 29, and here are five things to know in Montgomery County. Check the weather forecast here. 1. Poolesville Day Brings the Crowds — of Politicians: Every September… Read More
5 Things to Know Today, Sept. 26, In Montgomery County
It’s Friday, Sept. 26, and here are five things to know in Montgomery County. There are several events happening this weekend. Check the weather forecast here. 1. Buckets and Beats: Today… Read More
‘Vaccines Do Not Cause Autism’: Health Officer Shuts Down Trump, RFK Jr. Claims
Montgomery County’s health officer shut down recent claims from President Donald Trump and Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. connecting vaccines and Tylenol to autism. ‘Political Voices’… Read More
Leaders Announce $10 Million For Early Childhood Education
In an effort to improve local childcare and fix gaps in services, county leaders announced a $10 million investment in early childhood education on Wednesday. The funding will expand Head… Read More
5 Things to Know Today, Sept. 24, In Montgomery County
It’s Wednesday, Sept. 24, and here are five things to know in Montgomery County. Check the weather forecast here. 1. Police Break Up Fights at High School Football Game in… Read More
‘Very Upsetting’: Autism Advocates Speak Out About Links to Tylenol
Autism advocates are speaking out after President Donald Trump linked Tylenol use to autism. “These are misleading statements that are not based in science, very similar to the information that’s… Read More
5 Things to Know Today, Sept. 23, In Montgomery County
It’s Tuesday, Sept. 23, and here are five things to know in Montgomery County. Check the weather forecast here. 1. Autumn: The fall season is here. Happy Fall Y'all! It's… Read More
‘Buckets and Beats’ Youth Block Party Happening Friday in Silver Spring
Friday is an early release day for Montgomery County Public Schools, and after dismissal, students can attend a youth block party at Veterans Plaza in downtown Silver Spring. County Council… Read More
Police Investigate Homicide After Man Found Dead in North Bethesda Apartment
Update (4:50 p.m.): Police identified the victim as 29-year-old Akwalabeng Fontava. Sheldon Milan Boykins, 37, of Hyattsville, is charged with two counts of kidnapping and firearms-related offenses, according to an… Read More