Solar Eclipse Reaches Montgomery County
Our area reached maximum viewing for the solar eclipse Monday at 3:20 p.m. and while we were not in the path of a total eclipse, residents could still put on… 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.
MCM Stocks Up for Solar Eclipse
MCM in Rockville got ready for the April 8 solar eclipse on Monday — another total solar eclipse will not be seen from the contiguous U.S. until 2044, according to… Read More
MCM Gets Ready for Solar Eclipse
Montgomery County is not in the “path of totality” for the April 8 solar eclipse, but residents will be able to see most of the sun covered at 3:20 p.m.… Read More
Mother Found Guilty in Crash That Killed 3-Year-Old Daughter
A Maryland woman was found guilty Friday in a 2022 Wheaton-Glenmont crash that killed her 3-year-old daughter. Danshell Evon, 38, of Bryans Road in Charles County, was convicted of gross… Read More
Tabletop Gamers Gather for Scrum Con 2024
Tabletop gamers convened for Scrum Con 2024 March 29-30 at the Silver Spring Civic Building. Some games featured large boards with diorama-like structures and miniature figures. There was a variety… Read More
12-Year-Old Struck While Walking to School in Damascus
Police said a 12-year-old was seriously injured after being struck by a driver Thursday morning in Damascus. The 12-year-old is a John T. Baker Middle School student, Montgomery County Public… Read More
Fallen Tree Damages Takoma Park Homes
A large tree fell and damaged a few homes in Takoma Park on Thursday. Several people were displaced, according to Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Service (MCFRS) Chief Spokesperson Pete… Read More
Police Plan Event for Hyundai Owners Amid Increasing Car Thefts
Correction: Police clarified that the event next month is only for Hyundai owners and lessees. __________________________________________________________________________________________ Police are planning an event next month for Kia and Hyundai car owners as… Read More
Police, Leaders Address Downtown Silver Spring Crime
As the county has been trying to address crime in downtown Silver Spring, police say efforts have been helpful, but some crimes continue. Montgomery County Police Chief Marcus Jones said… Read More
5 Things to Know Today, April 3, In Montgomery County
It’s Wednesday, April 3, and here are five things to know in Montgomery County. 1. Flood Watch: The county is under a flood watch until 6 p.m. A Flood Watch… Read More
Leaders Mark Food Waste Prevention Week at Manna Food Center
County leaders want to reduce ongoing food waste and insecurity in the county. And for Food Waste Prevention Week, which is currently underway, leaders highlighted Manna Food Center as a critical… Read More
Council to Vote Regarding Hookah Lounge Hours, Housing at Places of Worship
County councilmembers will vote Tuesday on a bill regarding operating hours for hookah lounges as well as a zoning measure to allow homes near houses of worship. One bill would… Read More