What will replace RFK Stadium? Residents weigh in - Thursday, October 19, 2023 - Top News from WTOP

TOP NEWS | October 19, 2023 [Web version](   [RFK Stadium neighbors weigh the future of the site]( At a community meeting at St. Benedict the Moor Catholic Church, participants were shown the results of a survey that stated 67% of those questioned do not want a new stadium built at the 174-acre site. [READ MORE](   [300 arrested in Capitol Hill demonstration calling for cease-fire in Israel-Hamas war]( Outside the Israeli Embassy Wednesday, demonstrators carried signs and chanted, "Free Gaza," while others performed a sit-in inside the Cannon Office Building. [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.   [Biden plans to use Oval Office address to make case for wartime aid to Israel and Ukraine]( The primetime address will take place on the eve of the White House requesting north of $100 billion from Congress to deliver aid and resources to Ukraine, Israel, Taiwan, and the U.S. border with Mexico. [READ MORE](   [Montgomery Co. officer loses use of legs after being ‘intentionally' struck on I-270, police chief says]( The driver, 19-year-old Raphael Mayorga, is being charged with attempted first-degree murder in addition to other charges, while Sgt. Patrick Kepp remains in critical condition. [READ MORE](   Sponsored by Infoblox [Cyber Leaders Exchange: 3 cyber planning basics that still matter]( As agencies continue to evolve their cyber capabilities, some preparatory basics still apply. The Federal Drive's Tom Temin talks with Infoblox's Allen McNaughten to get the lowdown on three things agencies should still be doing.   [DC ranks in the top 5 nationwide for ‘food forwardness']( “It's not just about having a lot of trendy restaurants. It's about having a thriving and diverse restaurant scene.” A new report reveals that D.C. has some of the most diverse restaurant menus in the U.S. [READ MORE](   [Put that rake down: How falling leaves help your yard]( Here's another excuse to avoid raking and bagging crunchy leaves this weekend - it's good for your lawn. A Virginia Tech turn expert says bagging fallen leaves and stacking them at the curb is no longer the norm. [READ MORE](   SPONSORED CONTENT [Discover the latest tech and tactics to take control of your multicloud world]( How can your agency deliver cloud services effectively, efficiently and securely? Join the Federal Drive's Tom Temin as he talks with experts from Orca Security, Nutanix, Pluralsight, Commvault, AWS, Kelyn Technologies and Future Tech. | Register now   [Things to do in the DC area: Literary festival, dance parties, workshops … and more!]( There's so much to do in the D.C. area in the coming days, and WTOP has you covered with our weekly roundup of area events worth anticipating. [READ MORE](   [WATCH: Old Town Alexandria Colonial Ghost Tours offer spooky fun for all ages]( WTOP's Matt Kaufax takes a journey back to colonial times for a few paranormal encounters along the brick-lined streets of Old Town Alexandria. [READ MORE](   Sponsored by Okta [Cyber Leaders Exchange: Why security teams need to become the people of ‘Yes']( Getting rid of passwords once and for all is really about creating strong security that's also frictionless for users, explains Okta's Sean Frazier in a conversation with Federal News Network's Jason Miller. What will that take?   [Santa Claus and Rudolph help Md. Boys & Girls Clubs to celebrate National Unity Day]( Children met with Santa and Rudolph at the National Harbor as part of a program aimed at ending bullying. They wrote promises to spread kindness that will be displayed throughout the holiday season. [READ MORE](   [‘Don't think about what you didn't do yesterday': DC's first Working Mom Conference is coming up]( A panel of 12 experts will discuss the significant issues working mothers face during a three-day conference this weekend in D.C. [READ MORE](   SPONSORED CONTENT [Math might just need a rebrand]( Here's the thing: Just the term “math” creates anxiety. We ask three local business and education experts to share why math matters, but also how to reshape the narrative that lives rent free in most people's minds when they think about math.   [FDA proposes ban on this type of hair straightener]( "If the FDA bans the product, I am going to absolutely stop using it." The agency plans to ban hair straighteners that release formaldehyde gas - a chemical that can cause uterine cancer. [READ MORE](   [Presto's Picks: Cavaliers are back from their bye, JMU plays early while we hold a conference call]( Jump onto the conference call! With Maryland and Virginia off, WTOP's Dave Preston checks in the rest of the Power Five conferences for his weekly college picks. 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