Why are frustrations rising between Prince George's Co. firefighters? - Wednesday, February 7, 2024 - Top News from WTOP

TOP NEWS | February 07, 2024 [Web version](   [Firefighters keep battling each other in Prince George's County]( Past tensions have led to fist fights at fire scenes, arrests, lawsuits and other complaints. Added to the increasing frustrations was the reported condition of a volunteer firehouse in Beltsville. [READ MORE](   [Sweeping anti-crime bill gets preliminary approval from DC Council]( The D.C. Council voted to approve the comprehensive anti-crime bill that would toughen District laws against a range of crimes including carjackings, retail theft, drug dealing and domestic violence. [READ MORE](   ADVERTISEMENT [Free lab grown diamond ear studs with purchase during Rings & Roses!]( Register for Mervis Diamond Importer's Rings & Roses trunk show, Feb 9th to Feb 11th. Enjoy special pricing and receive free, 1 carat total weight lab grown diamond studs with purchase of 1 carat natural diamond ring.   [She just won a Grammy and met Taylor Swift. That's not the high note for this Fairfax Co. music teacher]( Annandale High School orchestra director Annie Ray was honored with the 2024 GRAMMY Music Educator award and attended the ceremony in Los Angeles. [READ MORE](   [Montgomery Co. Board of Education pledges to follow recommendations in IG report on misconduct]( The board also plans to investigate releasing a less redacted version of a report into complaints of sexual harassment and bullying by a former principal, who was promoted in July of 2023. [READ MORE](   Event - Webinar [AI & Data Exchange 2024 | Register now!]( During Federal News Network's inaugural AI & Data Exchange, presented by Guidehouse, government and industry experts will share insights and progress on AI work and discuss how to address the related challenges that all agencies face.   [Mother and daughter turn passion project into Md. cookie business]( Bell's Reines in Rockville produces miniature gourmet cookies that give people “a taste of our family's legacy,” Teneisha Thompson said. [READ MORE](   [Fairfax Co. OKs temporary outdoor dining setups to stay]( The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors approved an amendment that would allow the once-temporary outdoor dining set up to last permanently for restaurants that want it. [READ MORE](   SPONSORED CONTENT [Brushing up: A step-by-step guide to canine tooth brushing]( In this step-by-step guide, Rocky Gorge Animal Hospital will walk you through the process of brushing your dog's teeth, making it a positive and enjoyable experience for both you and your canine companion.   [Harsher penalties, civil suits possible for speeding drivers in DC under newly passed bill]( D.C. would have the authority to boot and tow vehicles repeatedly caught speeding by cameras under new legislation unanimously passed by the city's council Tuesday. [READ MORE](   [Nikki Haley is trounced by the ‘none of these candidates' option in Nevada's Republican primary]( Donald Trump didn't compete in the Republican primary, which doesn't award any delegates needed to win the GOP nomination. There was also a Democratic primary that President Joe Biden easily won. [READ MORE](   Sponsored by iProov [Industry Exchange Cyber: A facial factor to secure authentication?]( Rather than a six-digit token, iProov's biometric technology generates colors that, when bounced from a screen off a user's face and into a camera, can discern between a living person and photograph image. We get the details from iProov's Ajay Amlani.   [US education secretary visits Bowie State to speak to next generation of teachers, counselorsÂ]( “We're fighting to make the profession look like America.” Miguel Cardona spoke with future teachers and guidance counselors who were recipients of some of the more than $6 million in federal grant money. [READ MORE](   [The health crisis facing Black moms and their babies in the DC area]( According to a 2023 report, the D.C. region's preterm birthrate was anywhere from 1.4 to 1.8 times higher for Black moms compared to the rate among all other babies born. [READ MORE](   EVENT - WEBINAR [Unlocking Zero Trust: Strategic approaches and cybersecurity modernization | Register now!]( Join moderator Jason Miller, and agency and industry leaders on Feb. 7 at 2 p.m. to gain insights into the critical aspects of Zero Trust Architecture and how it can help reshape and innovate your cybersecurity approach.   [DC Sports Huddle: Dan Quinn won the press conference - but will his Commanders win?]( The veteran leader made quite an impression on the WTOP Sports team. Listen to Quinn's introductory press conference highlights and learn the key takeaways that can give Commanders fans hope. [READ MORE](   [Class is back in session! ABC's ‘Abbott Elementary' returns from strike hiatus with Season 3 premiere]( After a long summer and fall break, "Abbott Elementary" returns Wednesday night with an hour-long season premiere episode. 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