How a Maryland woman prevented a generation of babies from being born with birth defects - Tuesday, March 19, 2024 - Top News from WTOP

TOP NEWS | March 19, 2024 [Web version](   [The Maryland woman who kept asking questions and revolutionized the FDA's drug approval process]( Dr. Frances O. Kelsey is credited with preventing the drug Thalidomide from becoming widely available in the U.S. and saving a generation of babies from severe birth defects. [READ MORE](   [Police: Fairfax Co. crashes down after return of ‘Road Shark' safety campaign]( Fairfax County police and Virginia State Police are keeping up with their campaign to discourage dangerous driving by upping enforcement and driver education. [READ MORE](   SPONSORED CONTENT [How to ask the right questions to define AI use cases]( Discussions about how to get started in artificial intelligence tend to focus on use cases. Agency staff ask themselves, in effect, “What could we do with AI?” or with machine learning or robotic process engineering.   [Summer Red Line work could have ‘dramatic impact' on commute times, Montgomery Co. leaders say]( When five stations on Metro's Red Line close this summer, Montgomery County officials say they want to make sure the impact on everyone's commute is minimal. [READ MORE](   [Bracket Breakdown: Bison battle for a spot in the main bracket while North Carolina, Arizona, and Baylor are the teams to beat]( The Howard Bison will be taking on Wagner Tuesday in the First Four round of the NCAA Tournament in Dayton, Ohio. WTOP's Dave Preston breaks it all down. [READ MORE](   Sponsored by Inova Health [Get on Top of Your Health: How a blood donation or drive can help your community immediately]( Shocking statistic: Only 3% of people donate blood, even though 62% could. The result? Shortages for patients in critical need across the DMV. We talk with Inova Blood Donor Services' Nicholas Lilly about how we all can flip that stat on its head.   [Reagan National, Dulles Airport add more than a dozen new concessions]( The Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority continues to add new concessions to both airports, with more than a dozen on the “coming soon” list. [READ MORE](   [Family of teen killed by US Park Police presses for answers on the anniversary of his death]( "What are you hiding?" mother Terra Martin said. Attorneys say the family has not heard from the Department of Justice since its investigation began. [READ MORE](   SPONSORED CONTENT [Hidden hazards: Protecting your pets from everyday toxins]( Pets are naturally curious creatures, which can sometimes lead them into trouble. Rocky Gorge Animal Hospital uncovers some of the most common toxins pets can get into and provide you with the knowledge to prevent accidental poisonings.   [Details of hazing claims that prompted suspension of U.Md. fraternities, sororities]( The university's Office of Student Conduct received two referrals alleging conduct violations, in which a resident director reported that he found drug paraphernalia in a fraternity house, according to court records. [READ MORE](   [Matt About Town: Trigger your brain's ‘feel-good hormones' at this Md. pop-up event]( Combining media, technology and play, the mission of Dopamine Land is simple: trigger your brain in various ways to activate that euphoric chemical and leave you with a smile. [READ MORE](   Sponsored by University of Maryland Medical System [Get on Top of Your Health: New UMD cancer center to open in Prince George's County]( We talk to the center's medical director, Dr. Magesh Sundaram, about what patients can expect at the first centralized cancer care facility in the Maryland county.   [Maryland student wins C-SPAN competition with Purple Line documentary]( The freshman's documentary explores the potential impact of the Purple Line on reducing carbon emissions by encouraging more people to ride the light rail instead of driving. [READ MORE](   [15 drinks for a delicious and eye-opening experience in the DC area]( WTOP has scoured the D.C. area to provide a roundup of some of the most unique libations that tantalize both the palate and the imagination. [READ MORE](   SPONSORED CONTENT [From clinic to community health provider: Behind the scenes at Whitman-Walker]( Whitman-Walker has played a vital role in the health and wellness of our region for 50 years. We talk with CEO of the health center Naseema Shafi to learn more about what's next for this non-profit's future growth and service to community.   [Two Marylanders battle on Team Reba on ‘The Voice']( The state of Maryland has a double reason to cheer this month as two Baltimore-area natives battle it out on Season 25 of NBC's "The Voice." 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