5 Things to Know Today, May 3, In Montgomery County
It’s Wednesday, May 3, and here are five things to know in Montgomery County. 1. Free Deck Inspection: In an effort to prevent deck collapses and injuries, the county is… 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.
‘A Unique Opportunity, It’s a Generational Change’: Jawando Runs for Open Senate Seat
County Councilmember Will Jawando announced his run for U.S. Senate on Tuesday. “I think this is a unique opportunity, it’s a generational change,” Jawando told MyMCM on Tuesday. “Senator Cardin… Read More
Police: Gaithersburg Man Dies In Collision With Tow Truck
Police said a man died in a two-vehicle collision involving a tow truck Friday in the Montgomery Village area. 51-year-old Juan Antonio Lamas Salcido, of Gaithersburg, was pronounced dead at… Read More
Arrive Apartments Fire Cause Classified as ‘Undetermined’; Lack of Sprinkler System Affected Severity
The deadly February fire at the Arrive Silver Spring apartments has been classified as having an “undetermined” cause, according to a recently-released report, and factors like a lack of sprinkler… Read More
Pepco Donates 1,000 Smoke Alarms to MCFRS
Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Service (MCFRS) received smoke alarms donated by Pepco in partnership with Lowes, according to fire and rescue officials. The donation of 1,000 smoke alarms was… Read More
Police: 3 Arrested for 7-Eleven Armed Robbery
Police said three adults have been arrested and charged in an armed robbery that occurred two weeks ago at a 7-Eleven on Shady Grove Road in Gaithersburg. Police arrested Chris… Read More
‘Over One Incident a Day on Average’: Advocates Speak to Hate, Bias in Schools
This year alone, Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) are averaging more than one hate or bias incident per day — a rate tripled from past years — according to MCPS… Read More
MCPS Announces New Steps to Combat ‘Unacceptable Actions’ of Hate
Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) will take new steps in response to increased hate and bias incidents in schools. One new action includes revising fourth and fifth grade curriculums to… Read More
Global Satellite Technology Company Opens Center in Rockville
A global satellite technology company has opened a new center in Rockville. Intellian Technologies announced a $100 million investment into satellite communication technology research and development during the official opening… Read More
MCPS Superintendent to Address Community, Announce Actions in Response to Hate Incidents
Hate and bias incidents in schools have grown significantly in recent months, according to Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS). At 4 p.m. Thursday, MCPS Superintendent Dr. Monifa McKnight is expected… Read More
‘More Deliberate Policy’ Needed, Elrich Says Ahead of MCPS Actions on Hate Incidents
Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) Superintendent Dr. Monifa McKnight is expected to announce districtwide actions in response to increased hate incidents in an address Thursday. On Wednesday, County Executive Marc… Read More
Police: 2 Juveniles Apprehended in Attempted Vehicle Theft, 2 Others Flee in Stolen Vehicle
Officers interrupted an attempted vehicle theft in Takoma Park on Tuesday, according to police. At about 5:31 p.m., Takoma Park Police Department officers responded to Hickory Avenue for a vehicle… Read More