Can Congress save the child care industry? - Friday, September 29, 2023 - Top News from WTOP

TOP NEWS | September 29, 2023 [Web version](   [Child Care at a Crossroads: Is there a solution?]( Fewer and fewer people are entering the struggling child care industry. Can something be done to reverse that trend? [READ MORE](   [‘There's a huge failure here': Montgomery Co. Council on handling of principal's misconduct complaints]( Montgomery County Council members are calling on the schools superintendent and Board of Education president to release more information on how allegations of misconduct are handled. [READ MORE](   SPONSORED CONTENT [Get the latest on the government shutdown during our LinkedIn Live]( With Congress seemingly unable to agree on a continuing resolution to keep the government open past Saturday, Federal News Network's Jason Miller will share must-know info for federal employees. Join our LinkedIn Live today, Sept. 29, at 11 a.m. Eastern.   [Comic book shop in DC brings world of superheroes to life]( Fantom Comics on P Street Northwest in the Dupont Circle neighborhood offers a wide selection of comic books and graphic novels. [READ MORE](   [A shutdown is out of your control, but how you cope with it isn't]( Frustration with an impending shutdown is quickly building around the region already, leaving federal workers at every income level stressed out about the immediate future. [READ MORE](   [The headaches a government shutdown could create for people in the process of buying a home]( A government shutdown (if it happens) could add headaches to the home buying process for thousands of people nationwide, and that includes buyers in the D.C. area, especially government workers in the process of buying. [READ MORE](   [Peek inside the McLean mansion that could set Va. record for priciest rental]( Since early September, a nearly 20,000-square-foot property has been up for grabs at 938 Peacock Station Road with a monthly price at $38,500. [READ MORE](   SPONSORED CONTENT [Certificates: How they can help you save for retirement, emergencies and education]( Whether you're planning for retirement, saving for college or saving money for emergency expenses, it's beneficial to maximize your funds as much as possible. With today's high APYs, it may be a good time to capitalize on Certificates before rates start to decrease.   [No verdict reached in fourth day of Loudoun Co. superintendent trial]( The jury deliberated over two misdemeanors related to Scott Ziegler allegedly retaliating against a teacher and unlawfully discharging her from her position at Rosa Lee Carter Elementary School in May 2022. [READ MORE](   [Prince George's Co. looks at making roads safer by design - not just through traffic stops]( The "Walkable Urban Streets Act" aims to change the way streets, sidewalks and bike lanes are constructed in the denser, busier parts of Prince George's County. [READ MORE](   [Orioles announce new 30-year deal to stay at Camden Yards on same night they clinch AL East]( The Baltimore Orioles have reached a deal with the state of Maryland that keeps the team at Camden Yards for at least 30 years, according to an announcement after the third inning of Thursday night's game against Boston. [READ MORE](   [There are now pickleball courts on the National Mall - for the next 3 days]( The free, three-day event has various programs, including on-site pickleball lessons and clinics and even some exhibition match play with professional players. [READ MORE](   SPONSORED CONTENT [Do good with data: Harness analytics to better serve underserved populations]( During this exclusive webinar, moderator Jory Heckman will discuss tools and analytics agencies can use to help reach underserved populations with Scott Straub, senior director of market planning for public sector at TransUnion.   [Player of the Week: Bishop Ireton's Kate Gomez]( The junior is off to a near-perfect start to the 2023 tennis season, finishing the month of September with a perfect 7-0 record in singles play and a 6-1 doubles record for the Cardinals. [READ MORE](   [Boxing's Jim Lampley reflects on his Tyson, Foreman calls ahead of big Canelo-Charlo fight on PPV.com]( The famed boxing announcer will host a live chat during Saturday night's fight between undisputed junior middleweight champion Jermell Charlo and super middleweight champion Canelo Alvarez in Las Vegas. 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