Interview: First-in-nation 311 statewide plan signed into law to help 911 centers
People want to know that when there is an emergency, 911 will be there to answer the call. “My passion for 911 began when my friend, Carl Henn, died in… 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, May 27, in Montgomery County
It’s Wednesday, May 27, and here are five things to know in Montgomery County. Check the weather forecast here. 1. New Speed Cameras: Montgomery County Police announced six new automated cameras… Read More
5 things to know today, May 26, in Montgomery County
It’s Tuesday, May 26, and here are five things to know in Montgomery County. Check the weather forecast here. 1. The Pulse: In the newest edition of The Pulse, get… Read More
5 things to know today, May 25, in Montgomery County
It’s Monday, May 25, and here are five things to know on Memorial Day in Montgomery County. Check the weather forecast here. 1. No School: Montgomery County Public Schools are… Read More
5 things to know today, May 22, in Montgomery County
It’s Friday, May 22, and here are five things to know in Montgomery County. Check the weather forecast here. 1. Final Budget Vote: On Thursday, County Councilmembers took a final 9-2… Read More
Council officially approves $7.9 billion budget with new progressive income taxes, no ITOC
County Councilmembers took a final 9-2 vote to approve a $7.9 billion operating budget, including no property tax rate increase, a new progressive income tax structure, and elimination of the… Read More
5 things to know today, May 21, in Montgomery County
It’s Thursday, May 21, and here are five things to know in Montgomery County. Check the weather forecast here. 1. Weather: Expect a 20-30 degree drop compared to earlier this week,… Read More
5 things to know today, May 20, in Montgomery County
It’s Wednesday, May 20, and here are five things to know in Montgomery County. Check the weather forecast here. 1. Weather: Record high temperatures are expected to continue, according to the… Read More
5 things to know today, May 19, in Montgomery County
It’s Tuesday, May 19, and here are five things to know in Montgomery County. Check the weather forecast here. 1. Council candidates discuss taxes and budget: 14 Montgomery County Council… Read More
Council at-large candidates discuss taxes and budget
Montgomery County Council at-large candidates discussed the county budget and taxes among other issues affecting residents during a forum Saturday, May 16. Montgomery Community Media CEO Jasmine White moderated the… Read More
5 things to know today, May 18, in Montgomery County
It’s Monday, May 18, and here are five things to know in Montgomery County. Check the weather forecast here. 1. Heat Wave: Highs will be in the low to mid… Read More
Council votes 9-2 to approve $7.9B budget, including $143M increase for MCPS
After postponing their budget vote, County Councilmembers reconvened Friday and approved a $7.9 billion operating budget by a vote of 9-2. Councilmembers Andrew Friedson and Dawn Luedtke voted against it.… Read More