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TOP NEWS | February 19, 2024 [Web version](   [Buy or rent in DC? Renting is $600 cheaper]( "The cost difference between buying a town house in downtown D.C. and renting a two-bedroom on the outskirts of the city is probably going to be a lot more pronounced." [READ MORE](   [Abortion rights could complicate Republican Larry Hogan's Senate bid in deep blue Maryland]( With Maryland voters set to decide whether to enshrine the right to abortion in the state constitution, it may be harder for Larry Hogan to reassemble a bipartisan coalition that elected him to the governor's office. [READ MORE](   EVENT - WEBINAR [AI & Data Exchange 2024 on Feb. 27 and 28 | 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.   [What's open, what's closed in the DC area on Presidents Day 2024]( Cancellations and schedule changes throughout the WTOP listening area are likely - so, check out what's open and closed on Presidents Day 2024. [READ MORE](   [DC police release photos of suspect in shooting of 10-year-old boy]( Law enforcement is seeking the community's help in identifying a suspect in the shooting of a 10-year-old boy in Southeast on Saturday. [READ MORE](   Sponsored by Washington Adventist University [Childcare providers grow, develop essential skills through Washington Adventist University]( Adults and working professionals can find the programs and support they need to grow in their careers at Washington Adventist University.   [U. Md. researchers examine how naptime impacts brain development in preschoolers]( When should young children drop their afternoon nap? Researchers are conducting a first-of-its-kind study on preschoolers, sleep, memory and the brain. [READ MORE](   [Howard University's student newspaper, The Hilltop, celebrates 100th anniversary]( The nation's oldest Black collegiate newspaper started with a handful of student writers. Today, it boasts about 65 young journalists who are taking several different degree courses. [READ MORE](   SPONSORED CONTENT [Where federal AI is headed next]( Artificial intelligence use cases are so numerous, federal agencies need to move fast. But they also need to use caution, especially in the generative branch of AI   [Tips for avoiding scams when filing taxes from a Prince George's Co. financial planner]( "You really need to protect your information, your Social Security numbers, your driver's license numbers, of course, your bank accounts and everything," a Prince George's County financial planner tells WTOP. [READ MORE](   [Fisker dealership in Rockville is among the 1st in the nation]( The Ourisman dealership at 15301 Frederick Road will carry an inventory of the Fisker Ocean SUVs, which start at around $39,000. [READ MORE](   Sponsored by CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield [CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield advances health equity by addressing ‘social drivers of health']( Factors such as income, education, employment, housing and social support networks collectively contribute to health outcomes. "They are basically the non-clinical factors that impact overall health," said Kimberly Harris, the director of community health and social impact at CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield.   [Car Report: Mazda's 3-row SUV is a high-tech hit]( WTOP's John Aaron and his "hyper-focused 5-year-old" review the Mazda CX-90, a plug-in hybrid that offers ample cargo space while pumping out 340 horsepower. [READ MORE](   [Celebrate 10 years of Ice Yards DC with snowboard simulators, ax throwing and penguin bowling]( Did you get a nice dusting of snow over the weekend, and now you're thirsty for more? Ice Yards is celebrating its 10th anniversary this Saturday as part of a very special celebration. [READ MORE](   Sponsored by In-Q-Tel [In-Q-Tel: The translator between DoD, start-ups]( Barry Leffew, the vice president of the government platform accelerator at In-Q-Tel, said areas like cybersecurity, enterprise technology, space, lightweight energy sources and biotechnology are among the company's top investment focus areas.   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.](