Commanders fall flat in primetime - Friday, October 6, 2023 - Top News from WTOP

TOP NEWS | October 06, 2023 [Web version](   [Magic Johnson chides his Commanders for ‘no intensity' in a 40-20 loss to previously winless Chicago]( In front of a national primetime audience, the latest poor showing for the Commanders was too much for some of the home fans to take, so it came with a soundtrack of boos. [READ MORE](   [Fairfax Co. police creating stronger policy on foot chases following deadly shooting]( Police Chief Kevin Davis said the department has been collecting data on every foot chase its officers are involved in and will use it to create a new policy that could be ready by early 2024. [READ MORE](   SPONSORED CONTENT [FedFUTURE: The workforce evolution]( Join Federal News Network for a panel discussion featuring government human capital leaders as we partner with WAEPA for its Annual Members Meeting.   [48 DC fugitives with outstanding warrants arrested in multiagency effort]( Out of the 48 arrests in “Operation Trident," there were 96 total charges -- 72 were warrants closed and 24 were additional charges. [READ MORE](   [Thieves hit Columbia Heights CVS, leaving shelves nearly empty]( Shoplifting rings have targeted a CVS store in Northwest D.C., which has resulted in thefts that have left the shelves empty. However, the company has no plans to close any of its stores in the District. [READ MORE](   Sponsored by Solar Energy World [Data shows more homeowners in the DMV are turning to solar to combat skyrocketing utility prices]( Meteorologist Wyatt Everhart, advisor for Solar Energy World, answers some of the most pressing questions about shifting to solar power in a four-part interview series.   [DC-area couple gets married 180 feet over the Potomac River]( “This was a first for us at The Capital Wheel.” Marcos Martinez and Karen Chavez began their marriage on a high note at National Harbor in Oxon Hill. [READ MORE](   [Prince George's Community College hosting Black food festival]( The free two-day event in Largo is, in part, a celebration of Maryland's flavor, and the vibe is expected to be similar to a big cookout. [READ MORE](   SPONSORED CONTENT [Why you may want to keep artificial sweeteners around]( Where diabetes and obesity are more common than in other countries, cutting out non-sugar sweeteners could be problematic.   [New clinic offering HIV, STI testing opening in Montgomery Co.]( The Sexual Health and Wellness Clinic opening at the Upcounty Services Center in Germantown will be the second facility in the county to offer the testing for free. [READ MORE](   [Judge grants home detention to Maryland man accused in child's death]( Nychelle Pettus was found dead just minutes after her mother had gotten home from work. Kevin Robinson was the only caregiver in the home when the 2-year-old died. [READ MORE](   Sponsored by Fortinet Federal [Cyber Leaders Exchange: How to address the hybrid cloud-zero trust conundrum]( Given that agencies are on the clock to adopt zero trust architectures by fiscal 2025, Fortinet Federal's Bill Lemons offers tactics federal IT teams can take if going all in on cloud, which makes zero trust implementation easier, is not an option.   [Fairfax Co. expert urges ‘harm reduction' for families dealing with addiction]( "Harm reduction is critical to make sure that you're keeping that person safe and alive until you can work with them and hopefully get them into recovery." [READ MORE](   [What are your legal rights during the United Auto Workers strike?]( With the United Auto Workers strike in full force, parts for vehicles may soon be in high demand. But one expert said consumers have rights in what they can do. [READ MORE](   SPONSORED CONTENT [Need a new checking account? How about one with free access to 30K ATMs]( There are thousands of Northwest Federal Credit Union ATMs across the DMV. But that's just one benefit of a checking account at Northwest Federal, shares CEO Jeff Bentley, who details other reasons to choose the credit union for your financial needs.   [Smithsonian Craft Fashion + Home show returns to National Building Museum]( Are you looking for a fancy new dress or rare jewelry to give your spouse? Shop at 85 vendor booths this weekend at the Smithsonian Craft Fashion + Home show. [READ MORE](   [Player of the Week: Northwest's Taylor Wilson]( The captain of the Jaguars girls varsity soccer team, who has committed to play for Penn State, has tallied four goals and six assists while playing primarily on defense. The junior also boasts a 4.4 GPA. 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