Where’s DC’s snow? - Monday, January 23, 2023 - Top News from WTOP

TOP NEWS | January 23, 2023 [Web version](   [La Nina to blame for DC's snowless winter]( Without the first inch of snow accumulation just yet, some D.C. area residents may be wondering what is causing this pattern shift. [READ MORE](   [Northern Va. lawmaker suggests tax credits to incentivize local journalism]( “We all know that a free and vigorous press is the keystone of any vibrant and healthy democracy,” said Del. Alfonso Lopez, (D-House District 49), who represents South Arlington and eastern Fairfax County. [READ MORE](   SPONSORED CONTENT [Local data center boom drives demand for electrical engineers]( As the tech industry builds out data centers across the region, it's creating jobs for electrical engineers for years to come. To that end, IBEW Local 26 has made diversity a focus as it readies the next generation of engineers.   [Gunman in Lunar New Year massacre found dead; motive unclear]( The hunt for a gunman who killed 10 people at a ballroom dance club during Lunar New Year celebrations ended Sunday when authorities found him dead of a self-inflicted gunshot wound inside the van in which he fled after a second shooting was thwarted. [READ MORE](   [Speaking in Fauquier County, Sen. Warner warns of ‘carnage' if US defaults on debt]( During the event, Sen. Mark Warner expressed frustration that his Republican colleagues have “threatened” to oppose increasing the nation's debt limit, which he noted would wreak economic havoc on the global economy. [READ MORE](   Sponsored by Verizon [First woman elected sheriff in Florida discusses crime-fighting, tech improvements]( Since partnering with Verizon, Susan Benton has noticed how important technological advancements have become for law enforcement officials.   [Part of Columbia Pike to close starting Monday]( Beginning Monday morning, parts of VA-244 Columbia Pike will be closed as part of the Arlington National Cemetery Southern Expansion project. [READ MORE](   [DC celebrates the return of Lunar New Year Parade in Chinatown]( Dragon dancers, marching band performers and spectators filled the streets of Chinatown on Sunday afternoon for D.C.'s Annual Lunar New Year Parade. [READ MORE](   SPONSORED CONTENT [Why agencies are losing the cyber battle]( Cybersecurity is an asynchronous battle; the defender always has to invest more time and resources.   [DC police officer stabbed in face while serving bench warrant]( A D.C. police officer was stabbed in the face Saturday afternoon while serving a bench warrant in Northeast, police told WTOP. [READ MORE](   [Montgomery Co. school leaders condemn antisemitism after graffiti found in schools]( Montgomery County Public Schools, along with the Board of Education, said they condemn antisemitism after a week where swastikas were drawn on desks at three different schools. [READ MORE](   EVENT - Coupa [Ask the CIO: NASA Procurement Innovation]( In this exclusive webinar edition of Ask the CIO, learn about how one of the most well-known agencies partners innovation and procurement to meet its mission.   [Car Review: Toyota Corolla Hatchback XSE is packed with technology and has extra space for cargo]( For 2023, the Corolla XSE Hatchback certainly looks sportier than other Corolla sedan models. [READ MORE](   [Fitness trend helps cats get adopted in DC]( It's a purr-fect combination of fun and fitness with furry friends - it's kitten yoga. [READ MORE](   SPONSORED CONTENT [CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield enhances its diversity, equity and inclusion strategies]( The idea of improving diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) has become a major priority at CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield (CareFirst), the largest not-for-profit health plan in the mid-Atlantic region.   [Poland pushes for more tanks for Kyiv, will seek German OK]( Poland will ask Germany for permission to send some of the Polish army's Leopard tanks to Ukraine, Polish Prime Minister Mateusz Morawiecki said Monday, as he pushes Europe to send more military hardware to Kyiv amid complaints that Germany is being too slow in helping to thwart Russia's invasion. [READ MORE](   Sponsored by Shulman Rogers [5Qs with Shulman Rogers' Kimberly Skiba-Rokosky: How to protect your family's vulnerable adults]( The most critical thing is to plan ahead so there's no disruption in care or services, explains Shulman Rogers lawyer Kimberly Skiba-Rokosky. 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