Did DC have a chance to stop Wizards, Caps' proposed relocation to Va.? - Friday, December 15, 2023 - Top News from WTOP

TOP NEWS | December 15, 2023 [Web version](   [Council member says he tried to ‘sound the alarm' months ago that Wizards, Caps could leave DC]( "I'm just absolutely disappointed in this." D.C. Council member Charles Allen told WTOP he flagged the possibility of both teams leaving the District in August. [READ MORE](   [7 of 10 teens accused in carjacking ring appear in DC court]( Seven teens were arraigned after a grand jury indicted the group on a list of charges tied to a carjacking and trafficking ring in D.C. and Maryland. [READ MORE](   SPONSORED CONTENT [Federal IT infrastructure improvements are here to stay in a constantly changing landscape]( Federal government agencies are in a constant battle to keep their IT infrastructure modernized to ensure the secure, smooth flow of information.   [First on WTOP: Fairfax Co. considering later start time for middle schoolers]( Virginia's largest school division is exploring the possibility of starting middle school classes at 8 a.m. or later. Currently, middle schools start classes at 7:30 a.m. [READ MORE](   [Geminids meteor shower was quite the sky show, WTOP Space Reporter says]( The 2023 Geminids meteor shower was quite the sky show from Central Virginia. WTOP Space Contributor Greg Redfern explained how. [READ MORE](   Sponsored by PenFed Credit Union, federally insured by NCUA [How a high-yield savings account can help you reach your savings goals]( A high-yield savings account is one way to take advantage of today's interest rates and earn from your funds.   [Big pay raise for troops in defense bill sent to Biden. Conservatives stymied on cultural issues]( It is likely the last piece of major legislation Congress will consider before the holiday break, though negotiations continue on a bill to aid Ukraine and Israel and boost border security. [READ MORE](   [How you can get involved in this year's Wreaths Across America Day]( This Saturday is your chance to join the more than two million people supporting National Wreaths Across America Day as a way to honor our veterans and their families. [READ MORE](   SPONSORED CONTENT [AI success relies on good planning, data and engineering]( Planning for artificial intelligence should start with the use cases. How might it benefit the organization? Who will it affect? Where can we get some quick wins?   [3 hospitalized after being hit by car near Montgomery Co. courthouse, suspect identified]( The crash happened near the Montgomery County Circuit Courthouse. The three people injured in the incident include a 79-year-old woman and two men, aged 22 and 18. [READ MORE](   [Fundraiser for Laurel doughnut shop hit by car surpasses $10K goal]( "It makes me personally feel grateful for the community, especially during the holidays." Laurel Tavern Donuts had to shut down after a car crashed into the shop. [READ MORE](   Sponsored by Four Inc. and IBM [At NASA, ‘data fuels everything we do' - like a return to the moon]( As NASA prepares for a return trip to the moon, the agency is modernizing its approach to capturing and using data to keep pace with its evolving mission.   [Wizards star Kyle Kuzma gives back to DC families this holiday season]( “My purpose is just to do good and put smiles on people's faces, and give them hope and inspire them.” The NBA star surprised Ward 6 families with clothes, blankets and toys. [READ MORE](   [RAK Brewing Co. opens in Frederick hoping to inspire ‘Random Acts of Kindness']( Frederick has become a craft beer destination, and now, the historic town is "hopping" even more as Random Acts of Kindness Brewery opens this Friday. [READ MORE](   Sponsored by Leidos [Why agencies are pairing zero trust with better UX for their agencies' employees]( As agencies ratchet up cyber controls, many find that improving user experience becomes equally critical. For an exclusive round table, we get tips and insights from security leaders at GSA, NGA, NRO, SEC and USPS. | Download now!   PARTNERSHIP [Virginia Tech to play in Military Bowl in Annapolis]( The National Capital Region's college football bowl game, the Military Bowl presented by Go Bowling.com will feature Virginia Tech Hokies VS. the Tulane Green Wave December 27 at Navy Marine Corps Memorial Stadium.   [Check out the latest weather forecast]( [Click here for the latest traffic updates]( [Visit WTOP's Podcast Center]( Download and listen to podcasts created by WTOP and our partners CONNECT WITH WTOP [facebook]( [twitter]( [linkedin]( [instagram]( EVERYTHING YOU NEED EVERY TIME YOU LISTEN [DOWNLOAD THE WTOP APP]( [Click here to manage your newsletter preferences.]( This email and the accompanying website are not intended for users located within the European Economic Area. [Unsubscribe](  | [Contact us.](