Smoke seen for miles in Southeast Saturday - Sunday, December 04, 2022 - Top News from WTOP

TOP NEWS | December 04, 2022 [Web version](   [Firefighters battle blaze in vacant DC barn]( A large fire in a vacant barn in Southeast sent plumes of smoke high into the air across the nation's capital on Saturday afternoon. [READ MORE](   [3-year-old killed in fatal Howard Co. crash]( Officers are investigating a deadly chain reaction crash in Ellicott City that killed a 3-year-old and injured six others. [READ MORE](   SPONSORED CONTENT [Agencies must balance the benefits, risks of AI]( Agencies are facing a strategic imperative to use artificial intelligence in their missions. AI and machine learning as well as other emerging technologies are enablers for the workforce to collect, analyze and delivery insights to improve decision making.   [Supreme Court weighs ‘most important case' on democracy]( The Supreme Court is about to confront a new elections case, a Republican-led challenge asking the justices for a novel ruling that could significantly increase the power of state lawmakers over elections for Congress and the presidency. [READ MORE](   [George Clooney, Gladys Knight among Kennedy Center honorees]( Performers such as Gladys Knight or the Irish band U2 usually would be headlining a concert for thousands but at Sunday's Kennedy Center Honors the tables will be turned as they and other artists will be the ones feted for their lifetime of artistic contributions. [READ MORE](   EVENT - Rubrik [Implementing a Zero Trust Architecture Framework]( During this exclusive webinar, moderator Jason Miller will discuss zero trust in 2023 and beyond with agency and industry leaders.   [American soccer success in World Cup remains a dream]( The U.S. team looked better in this year's World Cup, but the results were the same as in 2010 and 2014. The Americans were eliminated in the round of 16 following a 3-1 defeat to the Netherlands on Saturday. [READ MORE](   [DC area soccer fans disappointed in US World Cup loss, look to 2026]( Both floors of the Astro Beer Hall in D.C.'s Penn Quarter were packed with fans watching the live feed of the game on big screen TVs. [READ MORE](   SPONSORED CONTENT [What to know about checking, debit cards and free ATMs]( When you're building your budget, every penny counts. So why waste any money when you don't need to? ATM fees are just one place where needless costs can really rack up.   [Baltimore sees Maryland's first cold-related death of winter season]( Maryland Department of Health officials have announced the first cold-related illness death of the winter season in Baltimore. [READ MORE](   [Police seek suspect who aimed gun at Frederick Co. highway drivers]( The Maryland State Police are investigating a report of first degree assault that occurred in Frederick County on Friday afternoon. [READ MORE](   Sponsored by WTOP [Get on TOP of Your Health]( WTOP's "Get on TOP of Your Health" series will feature local health care experts and thought leaders from across the DMV, serving up education, awareness, tips and more to help people proactively live healthier. Contact us to join the conversation!   [Snakes need help skipping a sticky situation this winter, Va. wildlife center warns]( Glue traps are common when it comes to pest control, but Virginia's Blue Ridge Wildlife Center is warning that they may create some negative consequences for our slithering reptilian friends this winter. [READ MORE](   [What DC listened to in 2022 according to Spotify]( She may not be coming to D.C. for her upcoming tour, but that didn't stop local listeners from streaming this singer in 2022. [READ MORE](   SPONSORED CONTENT [Open Season 2023 FEHB Guide | Download now!]( Get helpful pointers as you make 2023 FEHB selections this open season! In our exclusive Federal News Network ebook, we share details on what's changing and what's new, along with tips from benefits experts and links to OPM resources. Download it now!   [Northern Va. garbage collector shutters, residents left to clear trash strewed streets]( A Northern Virginia trash company has unexpectedly shut down, leaving thousands of customers scrambling to dispose of piles of trash on their streets. [READ MORE](   Sponsored by the Friends of Keith H. Yoo [Foreign governments abusing American freedoms: The time to act is now]( Recent evidence has shown that foreign powers are taking advantage of the freedoms and laws that have protected people in the US to injure or manipulate them for political gain. One victim of such abuse is Keith Yoo, who is being targeted by the South Korean government in an attempt to conceal its corruption and human rights abuses.     PARTNERSHIP [Listen live for news, traffic and weather from WTOP News on our FREE App!]( Download the app today - sponsored by Navy Federal Credit Union - to stay up to date on all the latest news in the DMV.   [Check out the latest weather forecast]( [Click here for the latest traffic updates]( [Visit WTOP's Podcast Center]( Download and listen to podcasts created by WTOP and our partners CONNECT WITH WTOP [facebook]( [twitter]( [linkedin]( [instagram]( TUNE IN SO YOU NEVER MISS A MOMENT [DOWNLOAD THE WTOP APP]( [Click here to manage your newsletter preferences.]( This email and the accompanying website are not intended for users located within the European Economic Area. [Unsubscribe](  | [Contact us.](