Watch for slippery conditions and flooded roads - Monday, December 18, 2023 - Top News from WTOP

TOP NEWS | December 18, 2023 [Web version](   [Wind advisory issued for DC region; commuters face slippery roads, closures]( Heavy rains roared into the D.C. region Sunday and continued into Monday morning, leaving behind slippery roads and flood concerns as commuters begin their work week. [READ MORE](   [Commanders lose to Rams 28-20, dashing playoff hopes]( A late defensive stand shut down Washington's impressive comeback under backup quarterback Jacoby Brissett as the Rams hung on for a 28-20 victory. [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.   [PHOTOS: Demonstrators call for the end of Israel-Hamas war in downtown DC]( Organizers said several area groups came together to call for a cease-fire in the Gaza Strip, an end to U.S. aid for Israel's war and a “lifting of the siege on Gaza.” [READ MORE](   [This new DC-area hospital is a one-stop shop for women's health care]( The goal of VHC Health's new Charlotte Stump Benjamin Center in Arlington is to make appointments and follow-ups easy and convenient for women. [READ MORE](   Sponsored by Virginia Railway Express [Reduced telework creates opportunity for federal workers to rethink commuting options]( As federal agencies continue to increase the number of days workers must be in the office, many employees are looking for a better way to commute.   [Metro riders should prepare for repairs to part of Red Line in downtown DC]( Metro riders who take the Red Line should plan ahead, because a portion of the Red Line will be closed for repairs for the next couple weeks. [READ MORE](   [El Nino is not on our side for a white Christmas]( The D.C. area will see a very strong Pacific jet stream, indicative of a strong El Nino, dominate our winter weather pattern. But will snow be in the forecast? [READ MORE](   SPONSORED CONTENT [How are agencies doing with efforts to improve human capital management?]( Federal News Network surveyed government HR leaders to learn both where agencies are in developing and implementing HCM strategies and also the underlying challenges in improving human capital management. | Download the survey report now   [Don't feel like cooking on Christmas? These DC-area restaurants will be open]( Staying in town for the holidays and too lazy to cook? There are a number of restaurants that have you covered on Christmas Day. [READ MORE](   [How to cut down on food waste this holiday season]( Between Thanksgiving and the December holidays, millions of pounds of uneaten turkey, green beans, and mashed potatoes end up in the landfill. [READ MORE](   Sponsored by ICF [IT modernization use cases]( Keeping up with technology requires constant evolution. How are agencies employing new technology to better meet their missions and how is it impacting the workforce?   [Car plows into parked vehicle in Biden's motorcade outside Delaware campaign headquarters]( While the president was walking to his armored SUV, a sedan hit a U.S. Secret Service vehicle used to close off intersections. His motorcade departed without incident. [READ MORE](   [Car Review: BMW iX M60 is the all-electric mid-size SUV that is comfortable with a fun streak]( The BMW iX M60 is fast like a sports car but comfortable for the whole family in this all-electric SUV. [READ MORE](   Sponsored by Four Inc. and IBM [Commerce CDO outlines need for data to keep pace with emerging technology]( The Commerce Department serves as one of the country's biggest data hubs, and drives decision-making across government and industry.   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.](