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
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.
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
5 Things to Know Today, Jan. 14, In Montgomery County
It’s Tuesday, Jan. 14, and here are five things to know in Montgomery County. Check today’s weather forecast here. 1. Firefighter Chris Higgins Remembered: Chris Higgins, the 23-year veteran of… Read More
No Legislation Yet Following Zoning Recommendations
There is currently no legislation in front of the county council to act on recommended zoning changes for homes. Recently, Council Vice President Will Jawando and Councilmember Kristin Mink spoke… Read More
José Andrés’ World Central Kitchen Provides Meals During California Fires
World Central Kitchen (WCK), the nonprofit under chef and Bethesda resident José Andrés, has been in California to give free meals to first responders and locals impacted by wildfires. “[T]hey… Read More
Jawando, Mink Oppose Housing Plan
County Council Vice President Will Jawando and Councilmember Kristin Mink have spoken out against an attainable housing plan from the planning board that would make zoning changes for homes. Planners… Read More
Rockville Man Arrested for 2 Armed Robberies of 7-Elevens
Police said a man was arrested for two 7-Eleven armed robberies that occurred last November in Kensington and Rockville. Christopher Huser, 36, of Rockville is currently being held without bond,… Read More
Police Identify Critically Injured Pedestrian, Ask for Help Finding Family
Police have identified a pedestrian who was critically injured in a New Year’s Eve crash in Silver Spring and ask for the public’s help finding his family. Juan Ixpata-Vasquez, 56,… Read More