Elrich Previews Trip to India, Vietnam for Economic Mission
County Executive Marc Elrich will go to India and Vietnam for an economic development trade mission over the next two weeks. “My goal is to find new ways for Montgomery… 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.
Paint Branch High School Evacuating After Bomb Threat
Update: Paint Branch High School has been cleared following a reported bomb threat, according to police. Students and staff are returning to the school building. Original: Bomb threats continue to impact… Read More
Acting Superintendent Named as McKnight Deals With Medical Condition
An acting superintendent for Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) has been named as Superintendent Dr. Monifa McKnight deals with a medical condition that required hospitalization. McKnight is home now, she… Read More
April McClain Delaney Announces Campaign for Congress
April McClain Delaney (D) announced she is running for the state’s 6th congressional district on Wednesday. She is married to former Congressman John Delaney, who held the seat from 2013-2019.… Read More
Victim Identified in Fairland Shooting
Police identified the man who died in a shooting Monday in the Fairland area. He was pronounced dead at the scene and has now been identified as 22-year-old Rakiy Deinol… Read More
5 Things to Know Today, Oct. 25, In Montgomery County
It’s Wednesday, Oct. 25, and here are five things to know in Montgomery County. 1. Weather Outlook: A warming trend is forecast through the end of the week, according to… Read More
Council Recognizes 45th Anniversary of County’s Smoke Alarm Law
The county council proclaimed October as Fire Prevention Month and recognized the 45th anniversary of Montgomery County’s smoke alarm law. In the late 1970s, the county was the first major jurisdiction… Read More
Police: 1 Dead in Triple Shooting in Fairland
Police said three males, including one who died, were shot Monday in the Fairland area. One person is in custody, per the Montgomery County Police Department (MCPD). According to police,… Read More
Historical Marker Stands Near Site of Poolesville Lynching
A new marker in Poolesville tells the story of a lynching in the late 1800s. It is the first historical marker in the county for a racial lynching, according to… Read More
State’s Attorney’s Office Unveils New Data Dashboard
The county State’s Attorney’s Office unveiled a new data dashboard as well as a racial justice report on Thursday. Montgomery County State’s Attorney John McCarthy said the goal ultimately is… Read More
Driver Who Police Said Intentionally Struck Sergeant Held Without Bond
The 19-year-old who police said intentionally struck a sergeant on the highway will be held without bond. Sgt. Patrick Kepp has lost use of both legs, Montgomery County Police Department… Read More
Police Chief: Driver Charged with Attempted Murder After Intentionally Striking Sergeant
A county police sergeant has lost use of his legs after he was intentionally struck by a driver, the police chief said. Sgt. Patrick Kepp remains in critical condition, Montgomery… Read More