Did you feel that earthquake? - Tuesday, January 2, 2024 - Top News from WTOP

TOP NEWS | January 02, 2024 [Web version](   [‘Very scary. Windows shook.' - DC, Maryland residents experience reported earthquake]( Hundreds in and around the D.C. Metro area have reported a small earthquake between Gaithersburg and Rockville, according to data from the U.S. Geological Survey. [READ MORE](   [‘Favorable conditions' for winter storm this weekend in DC area]( The full force of winter could be coming to the D.C. region early in 2024, with an evolving storm system that could result in snowfall in parts of the area this weekend. [READ MORE](   SPONSORED CONTENT [Enter to win a pizza party from Ledo Pizza for your child's sports team]( Let Ledo take the headache out of planning with the Ledo team pizza party giveaway.   [Runners ‘set the tone' for a healthy 2024 with DC 5K]( Runners in D.C. who made New Year's resolutions around exercise got off to a good start Monday, racing through various downtown landmarks, including the Wilson Building and the U.S. Capitol. [READ MORE](   [New Year's traditions to ensure a good 2024]( There's lots of traditions from around the world to increase your odds for a having a good year. Many involve food. [READ MORE](   Sponsored by LexisNexis [Why agencies are pairing zero trust with better UX for their agencies' employees]( The success of any AI initiative depends on one thing - data. During this exclusive webinar, moderator Jason Miller will discuss data strategy for improving agency mission outcomes with agency and industry leaders.   [Volunteers start New Year by cleaning up Mount Vernon Trail]( “It was like a bucket list thing, just to help clean up the Potomac.” Various volunteer groups gathered to pick up invasive plants and trash and smooth the trail. [READ MORE](   [How a nonprofit plans to preserve the sound of an ancient Japanese bell in DC]( Buildings and art aren't the only things that get preserved at the National Arboretum in D.C. For the National Bell Festival, it's all about sound. [READ MORE](   SPONSORED CONTENT [AI success relies on good planning, data and engineering]( Planning for artificial intelligence should start with whys, that is, the use cases. After that, think about the data strategy to train algorithms and support ongoing AI deployment.   [What to know about the launch of the new, simplified FAFSA]( The new Free Application for Federal Student Aid, known as FAFSA, became available over the weekend, with the goal of making the process simpler. [READ MORE](   [Sober curious, gray-area drinkers and more terms to know this Dry January]( The arrival of the new year means many people are gearing up for Dry January, the increasingly popular challenge of quitting alcohol for the month. [READ MORE](   Sponsored by LexisNexis [Data to Decisions: The role of AI and analytics]( The success of any AI initiative depends on one thing - data. During this exclusive webinar, moderator Jason Miller will discuss data strategy for improving agency mission outcomes with agency and industry leaders.   [Jordin Sparks, Seth Meyers, Audra McDonald headline January entertainment in DC]( A new year also brings a new month of fun events around the D.C. area. We're helping you mark your calendar with our January Entertainment Guide. [READ MORE](   [After game-winning touchdown, Fauquier Co. native Corum heading to the National Championship]( Blake Corum's 17-yard touchdown gave the Wolverines a 27-20 lead in overtime over Alabama, and Michigan's defense stopped the Crimson Tide on the ensuing drive to seal the game. [READ MORE](   Sponsored by Workday [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   PARTNERSHIP [Listen live for news, traffic and weather from WTOP News on our FREE App!]( Download the app today - sponsored by Navy Federal Credit Union - to stay up to date on all the latest news in the DMV.   [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.](