Why is one grocery chain considering closing stores in the DC region? - Monday, June 26, 2023 - Top News from WTOP

TOP NEWS | June 26, 2023 [Web version](   [Landover-based Giant Food will be forced to close stores if uptick in crime continues, company's president says]( “What we always must do is ensure we can run our stores safely and profitably, If I can't do both of those things, I'll have no choice but to close a store. This clearly takes a toll.” [READ MORE](   [Monday brings thunderstorms, 60 mph winds, hail the size of ‘ping pong balls' to DC region]( A line of showers and thunderstorms accompanied by large hail and winds will hit the D.C. region Monday afternoon. The storms are expected to continue into the overnight hours. [READ MORE](   ADVERTISEMENT [FVCbank. Success Has a Bank.]( FVCbank has been serving Virginia and Maryland residents business banking and personal banking services since 2007. Open an account with us today!   [Fairfax Co. band director says there was a coordinated effort to get him fired. Parents are outraged.]( "As a result, my reputation has been tarnished, my educational background has been questioned, and I have been portrayed as someone who does not fit well within the band program at Annandale High School." [READ MORE](   [‘High-risk drivers' could be receiving messages from DC. Will it prevent crashes?]( D.C. drivers who have a previous traffic citation could be receiving tailored messages as part of a government initiative that's trying to prevent future crashes.  [READ MORE](   Sponsored by Ingram Micro and Dell Technologies [Government's early adoption of AI/ML has prepared it to scale the technology, experts say]( Look to the NASA Mars rovers, years ahead of others in embracing artificial intelligence, says Ingram Micro's Tony Celeste. He sits down with Dell Federal's Art Villanueva to talk about what's possible now and why the AI/ML future is bright.   [How to save money on cooling your house this summer]( The summer heat has arrived in the D.C. area. Pepco has some tips on how to save money while keeping your house cool. [READ MORE](   [Remember to hydrate as temps begin scorching the DC region]( “I think the most important thing is water is incredibly important to keep our bodies running.” As heat and humidity descend on the D.C. region, the risk of dehydration goes up. [READ MORE](   ADVERTISEMENT [Reach your audience with the right message at the right time]( Is your marketing hitting a dead end? Are you unable to tie business goals to advertising revenue? Not sure if your digital outreach is hitting ROI? Connect with 2060 Digital to discover how you can reach the right audience with the right message.   [‘A dream come true': Washington Spirit players reflect on being named to US Women's World Cup team]( Goalkeeper Aubrey Bledsoe, midfielders Andi Sullivan and Ashley Sanchez and forward Trinity Rodman have been selected to their first World Cup as the United States looks to win its third straight title. [READ MORE](   [UDC unveils statue honoring ‘Grandfather of Black Basketball']( A statue of Edwin Bancroft Henderson's statue was placed just outside UDC's Sports Complex at the school's Van Ness campus. Henderson is credited as the first person to introduce basketball to African Americans. [READ MORE](   Sponsored by Shulman Rogers [As IRS ramps up taxpayer scrutiny, these 5 tips can help you avoid an audit]( While the IRS plans to increase efforts to identify tax fraud and underpayments by people and businesses bringing in more than $400,000 annually, Shulman Rogers tax lawyer Nancy Ortmeyer Kuhn points out the agency won't be reducing audits of those making less.   [Veteran group ‘deploys' into DC for community service in Wards 7 and 8]( A project called "Operation District Drilldown" allows a military veterans' nonprofit group to help beautify underserved areas in the D.C. area while also giving their volunteers purpose in their post-military life. [READ MORE](   [Fairfax Co. theater teacher wins national honor in New York City]( She had a prolific run teaching theater arts at Oakton High School, and on Monday night, Vanessa Lock Gelinas will receive the Inspiring Teacher Award at The Jimmy Awards in New York City. [READ MORE](   SPONSORED CONTENT [For Amazon, being part of the local community is as important as being in the community]( Becoming part of the community matters to Amazon, explains the company's Brian Kenner and points to its partnership with the English Empowerment Center.   [Car Review: Subaru Impreza gets a makeover with more space and updated technology]( Is the 2024 Subaru Impreza the best vehicle in the compact car segment? If it's not the best, it is a solid offering in a crowded portion of the car market. 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