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TOP NEWS | January 15, 2024 [Web version](   [MLK holiday off to frigid start as snow begins to fall across the DC area]( A winter weather advisory is in effect for most of the D.C. region as 2 to 3 inches of snow is expected to fall. Drivers should plan for slippery road conditions. [READ MORE](   [What to watch for in the Iowa caucuses]( The Iowa caucuses Monday officially kick off the 2024 presidential nominating process, which will likely provide a break from the past. [READ MORE](   SPONSORED CONTENT [Statins: What to know about the medication and why women may be shrugging them off]( There are many people - particularly women - who may be reluctant to take statins despite the fact the medication can have life-saving benefits. MedStar Washington Hospital Center weighs in on why.   [Haley wins backing from ex-Maryland Gov. Larry Hogan, who won't mount his own third-party 2024 bid]( The former Maryland governor told CNN's "State of the Union" he thinks "it's pretty clear" that former President Donald Trump will win the Iowa caucuses," but Haley "has all of the momentum" to make her a strong nominee. [READ MORE](   [Should the Caps move to Virginia? Alexandria leaders wants to hear from nearby residents]( The city is "eager to listen to and engage with Alexandria and surrounding communities." It is inviting residents, business owners, and those seeking more information to sign up to attend meetings and voice their opinions. [READ MORE](   Sponsored by Greater Washington Board of Trade [Energy for everyone]( Energy equity remains one of our society's most urgent issues. As we celebrate Martin Luther King Day, Washington Gas remains passionate about the challenges of energy equity and fairness.   [Martin Luther King Jr. Day 2024: What's open? What's closed in the DC area?]( This year, the holiday lands on the 15th - King's actual birthday. As with all holidays that fall during the week, some closings and service disruptions can be expected. [READ MORE](   [Jordin Sparks leads MLK tribute concert ‘Let Freedom Ring' at Kennedy Center]( A free ticket giveaway begins at 4:30 p.m. in the Hall of Nations with a limit of two tickets per person before the performance kicks off in the Kennedy Center Concert Hall at 6 p.m. [READ MORE](   SPONSORED CONTENT [Accessing the dark web safely is key to using open source intelligence]( When it comes to open source intelligence, most experts believe the intelligence community remains in the early stages of embracing it as a discipline.   [Catching the flu ‘for the love of science': U. Md. study explores how it spreads]( Researchers at Maryland's School of Public Health are teaming up with doctors from the University's School of Medicine to conduct a $15 million study on the flu. [READ MORE](   [Vehicle crashes through Whole Foods store in Bethesda]( Two people in the vehicle were able to get out safely, but one person was taken to a hospital with injuries that aren't expected to be life-threatening. [READ MORE](   Sponsored by Red River [Three top cybersecurity priorities for 2024]( James Carnall, the head of cyber at Red River Technology, said that reaching a state of zero trust and enhancing cybersecurity generally will start with identity management.   [Schumer and Johnson release text of resolution to avert government shutdown ahead of Friday deadline]( The text of a two-tiered continuing resolution would fund the government past both shutdown deadlines through March 1 and March 8. The deal was reached just days before the first funding deadline. [READ MORE](   [Car Review: Dodge unleashes the Hornet in a new world without the V8, but it still manages to have fun]( The Dodge Hornet R/T Plus is a new plug-in hybrid crossover with Italian styling and still manages to be fun without a big V8. [READ MORE](   Sponsored by Four Inc. and IBM [Ensuring data resiliency | Download now]( Learn how agencies are utilizing data to drive mission success and keep pace with emerging technology.   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.](