So you think you can dance ... for the Wizards? - Saturday, July 8, 2023 - Top News from WTOP

TOP NEWS | July 08, 2023 [Web version](   [Washington Wizards call on dancers to audition for entertainment teams]( The Washington Wizards are calling on outgoing, fun and talented dancers across genres and ages to attend open call auditions for their entertainment teams next weekend. [READ MORE](   [Fishhook-embedded sausage found in Alexandria, sparking animal welfare concerns]( A community alert has been issued in Alexandria, Virginia, after bits of sausage embedded with fishhooks were found at a largely residential intersection, prompting concern for dog owners in the area. [READ MORE](   SPONSORED CONTENT [Data Can Prevent Fraud and Bridge Constituents to Vital Services]( During this exclusive webinar, moderator Jory Heckman and guest James Ross of the VA Office of Inspector General will explore fraud investigation and data protection strategy at the VA Office of Inspector General. Greg Schlichter of TransUnion will provide an industry perspective.   [Montgomery Co. leaders condemn violence, urge community vigilance for ‘Summer of Peace']( At the first of six “Summer of Peace” events in Montgomery County, Maryland, on Friday night, state's attorney John McCarthy called for community collaboration to help prevent violence and make arrests. [READ MORE](   [Maryland Democratic Rep. Jamie Raskin says he's not running for open US Senate seat]( Maryland Rep. Jamie Raskin announced he will not run for the U.S. Senate seat that is opening with the retirement of Sen. Ben Cardin. [READ MORE](   Insight by Palo Alto [Cloud Exchange 2023: Agencies need to secure apps and data (not just infrastructure)]( Agencies must meet new requirements to gain visibility into the assets - and cybersecurity risks - on their networks. Given the use of cloud-based services, visibility and compliance also must change, explains Palo Alto Networks' Joe Sangiuliano.   [Black-owned businesses swap successes, samples at Expo]( Business owners took part in the Black Business Expo in D.C. on Friday, setting up tables with brightly colored banners, samples to give out and business cards. [READ MORE](   [‘The past can guide us': How rebuilding a Museum of American History exhibit could help fight extreme weather]( Could you imagine your home was sphere-shaped? What about living in a dome? A new exhibit at the Museum of American History suggests it's definitely a possibility. [READ MORE](   SPONSORED CONTENT [Stiff-person syndrome: What is it and how it's treated]( Stiff-person syndrome is an autoimmune disease that affects the nervous system. But how is it diagnosed and eventually treated? Experts at MedStar Washington Hospital Center weigh in.   [Police release photos of person linked to Catholic University shooting]( D.C. police released surveillance camera photos of the person linked to the fatal shooting on Catholic University's campus this week. [READ MORE](   [Lawyers can gather evidence for lawsuit filed by Va. teacher who was shot by 6-year-old]( Lawyers for a Virginia teacher who was shot by her 6-year-old student can start the process of interviewing eyewitnesses, reviewing disciplinary files and accessing other records for a multimillion dollar lawsuit against the school system. [READ MORE](   Insight by IBM [Cloud Exchange 2023: How high-performance computing plus cloud drive health care breakthroughs]( By combining cloud, high-performance computing and artificial intelligence, IBM and Cleveland Clinic create a model for achieving health care breakthroughs. Learn more about this partnership and how federal agencies are pursuing a similar data-driven path.   [Sykes scores 29, Atkins has 26 in first career double-double, Mystics top Fever 96-88]( Brittney Sykes scored 29 points and Ariel Atkins had her first double-double as the Washington Mystics defeated the Indiana Fever 96-88. [READ MORE](   [Review: ‘The Out-Laws' is a mediocre comedy about bank-robbing in-laws]( WTOP's entertainment editor Jason Fraley reviews Netflix's new original comedy movie "The Out-Laws," which brings intermittent laughs and bonkers physical comedy. [READ MORE](   SPONSORED CONTENT [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.   [DC-area dermatologists: It may take more than sunscreen to keep your skin healthy this summer]( Summertime means spending more time outdoors enjoying the warm weather - but local doctors are warning not to forget about one big thing to help you enjoy the sunshine. [READ MORE](   Sponsored by Northwest Federal Credit Union [Expert advice: How to navigate current interest rate environment]( Do you know why credit unions typically can offer lower home and car loan rates? Do you understand upfront fees and how they can affect your total cost? 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