Don't forget your umbrella - Monday, August 7, 2023 - Top News from WTOP

TOP NEWS | August 07, 2023 [Web version](   [After Sunday's severe weather, Monday expected to bring more storms to DC area]( “The heat and humidity will help fuel these storms later today.” 7News First Alert Meteorologist Brian van de Graaff says area residents should plan for possible power outages and damage. [READ MORE](   [Beyoncé takes FedEx Field stage after lightning delay, her tour funds extended Metro service for fans]( "There's something very, very surreal about seeing Beyoncé perform in the rain - like, you just have to do it." After a nearly two-hour shelter-in-place order, Queen Bey performed in front of over 60,000 concertgoers. [READ MORE](   SPONSORED CONTENT [Enter to win a pizza party from Ledo Pizza for your child's sports team]( Let Ledo take the headache out of planning with the Ledo team pizza party giveaway.   [Another weekend of deadly shootings leaves DC officials calling for action]( "There's too much violence in our community right now, and it's really scary for residents - and it's not OK." Ward 1 Council member Brianne Nadeau calls for more action from the mayor's office to stop gun violence. [READ MORE](   [Montgomery Co. to provide more funds for businesses impacted by Purple Line project]( Between Aug. 15 and Sept. 30, businesses affected by the Purple Line Rail Project can apply to receive $5,000 from the county's Business Center. [READ MORE](   Sponsored by MedStar Washington Hospital Center [CIEDs and lead extraction: How MedStar Washington Hospital Center is helping cardiac device patients]( The lead extraction of a Cardiac Implantable Electronic Device - or CIED - is something the team at MedStar Washington Hospital Center is skilled at doing and collaborates with other teams to improve the patient experience.   [‘See the world just like anybody else': Disability, chronic disease not keeping older travelers from taking off]( The experiences of travelers with disabilities could provide some insight and lessons for older adults who want to continue traveling as their abilities change with age. [READ MORE](   [Flipping a light switch could be a new weapon in the fight against Alzheimer's]( “It made a lot of sense all of a sudden." Researchers at the University of Virginia say light therapy may be a new tool to help manage early Alzheimer's symptoms. [READ MORE](   SPONSORED CONTENT [Federal News Network's Cyber Leaders Exchange 2023]( During this exclusive three-day virtual event, our editorial team will sit down with cyber leaders and experts to dive deep into efforts across government to bring the White House vision to life and strengthen federal cyber capabilities. | Register now!   [Amid surge in kids entering Fairfax. Co child welfare system, nonprofit seeks volunteers]( More than 230 kids entered the county's child welfare system between July 2022 and June 2023 - a 138% increase from the last fiscal year, according to the Fairfax Court Appointed Special Advocates. [READ MORE](   [Fairfax Co. police give tips on ride-share safety]( Are you double-checking the car and driver before you hop in a ride-share? The Fairfax County police are giving tips to the community that may help you and your loved ones stay safe. [READ MORE](   Event - Webinar [Federal News Network's Cyber Leaders Exchange 2023]( During this exclusive three-day virtual event, our editorial team will sit down with cyber leaders and experts to dive deep into efforts across government to bring the White House vision to life and strengthen federal cyber capabilities. | Register now!   [Car Review: Nissan Rogue goes from slow to respectable with a power upgrade for 2023]( Hitting the road in the 2023 Rogue provides a nice driving experience with a comfortable ride with improved gas mileage. [READ MORE](   [Nationals Notebook: Spoiler Season never smelled so good]( The Nationals enter this week with a season-high four-game winning streak, while getting solid play from players who are a part of the eventual solution. [READ MORE](   SPONSORED CONTENT [Hear why captive insurance in DC is the right choice for your business]( Dana Sheppard, the associate commissioner of the risk finance bureau within the District of Columbia Department of Insurance, Securities and Banking, discusses how DC empowers companies and saves them money.   [‘The Play That Goes Wrong' is an intentional disaster at the Kennedy Center]( "If you want to laugh like you've never laughed before, if you want to just walk out of a theater with a sore belly and tears in your eyes, come down and see 'The Play That Goes Wrong.'" 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