Police Seek to Identify Suspects in Rockville 7-Eleven Armed Robbery
Police said detectives seek to identify suspects in a 7-Eleven armed robbery in Rockville. It happened last week on Monday, May 13 at the 7-Eleven in the 1700 block of… 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.
‘Not The Way To Run A School System’: Councilmembers Criticize School Board for Potential Layoffs
On Thursday, the county council approved a $7.1 billion operating budget, including $3.3 billion for Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS). The vote came as councilmembers just found out the school… Read More
5 Things to Know Today, May 22, In Montgomery County
It’s Wednesday, May 22, and here are five things to know in Montgomery County. Check the weather forecast here. 1. County Pools Open Soon: Montgomery County Recreation’s outdoor pool pre-season… Read More
16-Year-Old Charged as Adult in Multiple Bethesda Armed Robberies
Police said a 16-year-old has been arrested and charged as an adult in multiple armed robberies that occurred just this month in Bethesda. Nytrell Tyshawn Parrish, who has no known… Read More
Council and County Executive Clash Over Operating Budget
In a straw vote last week, County Councilmembers unanimously approved a $7.1 billion operating budget. The council will take a final vote on Thursday. County Executive Marc Elrich proposed his Fiscal… Read More
5 Things to Know Today, May 21, In Montgomery County
It’s Tuesday, May 21, and here are five things to know in Montgomery County. Check the weather forecast here. 1. Financial Seminar: From 7-8:30 p.m., residents can join a free virtual… Read More
5 Adults Injured in SUV, School Bus Collision
Five adults were injured in a collision involving an SUV and school bus Monday morning in downtown Silver Spring. It occurred at Fenton Street and Philadelphia Avenue, according to county… Read More
Montgomery College Graduates Walk the Stage in Rockville
Montgomery College graduates walked the stage Friday morning as the Class of 2024. The Commencement, held at Montgomery College’s Rockville campus, included students from the college’s Germantown, Rockville, and Takoma Park/Silver… Read More
AAPI Heritage Month Event Happening Sunday in Germantown
May is Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month, and on Sunday residents can join a celebration in Germantown. The third annual event is 11 a.m.-4 p.m. at Seneca… Read More
Court Affirms Order Denying Opt-Outs for LGBTQ Storybooks in Schools
The Fourth Circuit U.S. Court of Appeals ruled Wednesday to uphold another court’s order denying families an opt-out option for LGBTQ+ storybooks in Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) curriculum. In… Read More
Process to Count Mail-In Ballots Will Continue at Least Through May 24
The process to count mail-in ballots from the Primary Election will continue at least through May 24 but it may take longer. If a mail-in ballot was postmarked on Primary… Read More
5 Things to Know Today, May 15, In Montgomery County
It’s Wednesday, May 15, and here are five things to know in Montgomery County. Check the weather forecast here. 1. Election Day Yesterday: Tuesday was Primary Election Day in Maryland.… Read More