'Little things matter' when it comes to tracking Md. tax dollars - Wednesday, December 21, 2022 - Top News from WTOP

TOP NEWS | December 21, 2022 [Web version](   [Md's incoming comptroller knows 'little things matter' to businesses, families]( Brooke Lierman, who will be responsible for collecting all of the state's taxes, knows that her office needs to update its systems and make more information available online. [READ MORE](   [Maryland or Virginia? Fight over FBI headquarters emerges as sticking point in funding bill]( The struggle between the states over the FBI headquarters has gone on for close to a decade, but appears to be getting closer to a final decision. [READ MORE](   SPONSORED CONTENT [Haute Holidays at Hillwood draws inspiration from the special exhibition Grace of Monaco: Princess in Dior]( This year, Hillwood Estate, Museum & Gardens celebrates the legendary life of Grace Kelly, a leading American actor and a style icon known for her understated glamour.   [Zelenskyy to meet Biden, address Congress as war rages on]( Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is making the trip 10 months after the war with Russia started, and as the U.S. is set to announce a $1.8 billion emergency assistance package. [READ MORE](   [Wounded Ukrainian soldiers receive prosthetics in Silver Spring]( So far, seven soldiers have been fitted with the prosthetic legs and arms, some of which carry price tags nearing $100,000. [READ MORE](   Sponsored by PenFed Credit Union, federally insured by NCUA [How to limit debt, overspending this holiday season]( It can be easy to get caught up in the excitement of the holidays and overspend, but there are some tips to help rein in holiday expenses and consolidate the debt that may come out of it.   [Storm adds uncertainty to strong holiday travel demand]( Airlines offered travelers the option of choosing new flights to avoid the bad weather. Delta, American, United and Southwest waived change fees at airports that might be affected. [READ MORE](   [DC's first NCAA Champions had to win a title twice]( Howard defeated St. Louis University in December of 1971 to win it all, but had that national title stripped by the NCAA over player eligibility. [READ MORE](   SPONSORED CONTENT [To board or not to board]( The holidays are just around the corner. Is your family traveling? Having friends over? How is your fur baby with travel and strangers? Have you arranged for your fur baby to be cared for while you are away or entertaining?   [DC Council passes bill for free Metrobus rides; could start in summer]( "It's going to make a major difference in people's lives," said D.C. Council member Charles Allen. [READ MORE](   [DC public housing board to get an overhaul]( D.C.'s move to create a new board to reform its public housing system comes after a scathing federal report that says the city failed to provide decent housing. [READ MORE](   EXECUTIVE BRIEFING - Carahsoft [Understanding the critical role of UX to zero trust]( Cyber leaders at Customs and Border Protection, Education, FDIC and USCIS along with experts from Crowdstrike, Okta and Zscaler share their thinking on how to layer in security for zero trust while also minimizing friction on users.   [Groundbreaking next year on another Silver Spring housing project]( "White Oak," named after its location, will be a 390-unit townhome family development with the building wrapped around a central courtyard. [READ MORE](   [Why you shouldn't pull out your phone to calm down a child]( “Having kids go through tantrums, or at times have challenges where they are feeling frustrated is not a bad thing." [READ MORE](   SPONSORED CONTENT [5Qs with Shulman Roger's Michael Lichtenstein: Business bankruptcy's recovery goals explained]( Seasoned bankruptcy lawyer Michael Lichtenstein of Shulman Rogers shares advice and insights to help business owners better understand bankruptcy, what to expect, the legal ramifications and potential pitfalls.   [VIDEO: Loose llama causes drama in Fairfax Co.]( See helicopter video of officers working to capture a fast-moving llama in a backyard. [READ MORE](   Sponsored by Okta [In the federal space, people need phishing-resistant authenticators]( Ross Foard comes to his position at the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency with experience. Lots of it. 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