Thousands of demonstrators flood the streets of DC in support of Palestinians, calling for a cease-fire in Gaza - Sunday, November 5, 2023 - Top News from WTOP

TOP NEWS | November 05, 2023 [Web version](   [‘We're not complicit in this war': Thousands march in DC in support of Palestinians, demand cease-fire]( Tens of thousands of demonstrators crowded the streets of downtown D.C. in support of the Palestinian people and called for end to the 4-week old war. [READ MORE](   [1 teen killed, another injured in Northwest DC, police say]( Officers said Niko Estep, 14, of Southeast, was found at the corner of 14th Street and Fairmont Street suffering from gunshot wounds. He was taken to the hospital, where he died. [READ MORE](   SPONSORED CONTENT [What to consider when choosing a mortgage lender]( No one is arguing that it's not a tough housing market in the DMV, especially as interest rates have continued to rise. But Northwest Federal CEO Jeff Bentley offers advice about what factors would-be buyers should consider beyond interest rate.   [1 killed, 1 injured in White Oak Shopping Center shooting]( Police said Saturday's double shooting happened just before 6 p.m. inside the America's Best Wings restaurant in the 11200 block of New Hampshire Ave. [READ MORE](   [Maryland State Police identify 4 killed in deadly Carroll Co. crash]( Maryland State Police are investigating after four people, including one teen, died in a multi-car crash just before 5:30 p.m. Saturday in Mount Airy. [READ MORE](   Sponsored by Washington Gas [Four easy ways to help make home efficiency upgrades more affordable]( Upgrading your home to be more energy-efficient can be costly. The good news is Washington Gas customers have options to help make these projects more affordable. 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It's a top priority for specialists at Adventist HealthCare Fort Washington Medical Center as they continue working to bring more resources and treatment options to southwestern Prince George's County.   [Gunfire strikes home, vehicle near elementary school in Sterling]( The Loudoun County Sheriff's Office said an investigation is underway after a home and vehicle were struck by gunfire in Sterling, Virginia. [READ MORE](   [Washington Post announces new executive ahead of reported DC staff buyouts]( Former Dow Jones CEO and Wall Street Journal publisher William Lewis will succeed interim CEO Patty Stonesifer as leader of the D.C. publication. [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.   [‘The kitchen is a place of healing': DC-area chef helping people get in touch with their inner kitchen]( As we turn on our heat, and turn back our clocks, a D.C.-area chef is offering free classes that help the community get in touch with their inner kitchen. [READ MORE](   [Striking actors are reviewing Hollywood and TV studios' ‘best and final offer']( A deal to resolve film and television actors' 113-day strike could be imminent, as the union representing them said it is reviewing Hollywood and TV studios' final offer. [READ MORE](   SPONSORED CONTENT [It's time for Open Season, and Federal News Network's ready to help]( Unsure what to consider when evaluating plans or weighing changes to your health care benefits for 2024? 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