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Light up the night at ZooLights — back starting this weekend 11/25/2023 07:21am • ZooLights at the Smithsonian National Zoo in D.C. kicked off with a sold out crowd of 6,500 guests Friday night, and organizers say tickets are available in limited quantities for a packed opening weekend. “ZooLights is the perfect opportunity for the whole family to come out and have a blast, The National Audubon Society says just say no to fake snow — on your outdoor holiday decor 11/24/2023 10:00pm • Part of the fun of the holiday season is putting up the outdoor decorations, but the National Audubon Society says to consider some bird-friendly decorations. They suggest using native plants in your wreaths and garlands, incorporating things like mistletoe or winterberry. Among the items they This Maryland restaurant has a chicken sandwich that's becoming world famous 11/24/2023 02:19pm • Rob Gresham opened ISAAC’s Poultry Market in Gaithersburg, Maryland, less than a year ago, but his restaurant's chicken sandwich has already become quite famous. Not only did it win the "best sandwich" competition from the Restaurant Association of Maryland earlier this year, but just this 2 hospitalized after 10-vehicle pileup on I-95 northeast of Baltimore 11/23/2023 04:20pm • Two people were taken to the hospital after a crash involving at least 10 vehicles on Interstate 95 northeast of Baltimore, according to Maryland State Police. The crash happened around 1:30 p.m. on I-95 in Edgewood, Maryland. Harford County Fire and EMS said volunteer firefighters responded t Amid Thanksgiving travel rush, Reagan National Airport sets record for number of guns caught at security checkpoints 11/23/2023 11:17am • Amid the rush of Thanksgiving travel, Reagan National Airport in Virginia has set a new single-year record for the number of guns caught at security checkpoints. A woman from Springfield, Maryland, was caught with a loaded handgun at one of the airport’s security checkpoints on Wednesday as she Things to do in the DC area: Holiday lightings and parades, DC Cocktail Week … and more! 11/23/2023 07:05am • There's so much to do in the D.C. area in the coming days, and WTOP has you covered with our weekly roundup of area events worth anticipating. Check back every Thursday for a roundup of Things to do in the D.C. area. The "Darth Fisher" public art installation by Streetart Frankey at Georgeto The Heights food hall in Chevy Chase finally has an opening date after long delay 11/23/2023 04:28am • Since July, those who live and work in Chevy Chase, Maryland, have waited with bated breath for the opening of The Heights, a brand-new food hall. Initially, the goal was to open The Heights in late August or early September, according to Chad Sparrow, the managing partner of Common Plate Hospita Tips to make sure you give with your heart — and your head — this holiday season 11/22/2023 07:02pm • 'Tis the season for giving, but when helping your favorite charities, you’re encouraged to do your homework before opening up your wallet. Kevin Scally, chief relationship officer for Charity Navigator, a company which analyzes charities, said it's important to give intelligently. “You wan Planes and automobiles: DC-area travelers make their way to their Thanksgiving destinations 11/22/2023 05:00pm • Holiday travel is winding down, and despite millions expected to hit the road and take to the friendly skies, Wednesday was "not the busiest travel day of the year" on D.C.-area roads. "It's not even the busiest of the Thanksgiving getaway period," WTOP Traffic reporter Dave Dildine said. "Tuesda Got family in town for Thanksgiving? Here are 10 new movies to watch in theaters or to stream 11/22/2023 04:23am • Many folks have family members coming into town for Thanksgiving weekend. Do you need a good movie to watch on the couch or for a trip to the multiplex? Below are 10 new movies to watch at the holiday box office or on streaming: 'Dashing Through the Snow' Where to Watch: Disney+ Newly Maryland's handgun licensing law has been struck down by a federal appeals court 11/21/2023 07:24pm • BALTIMORE (AP) — A federal appeals court on Tuesday struck down Maryland’s handgun licensing law, finding that its requirements, which include submitting fingerprints for a background check and taking a four-hour firearms safety course, are unconstitutionally restrictive. In a 2-1 ruling, jud Review: Netflix miniseries 'All the Light We Cannot See' divides critics and audiences 11/21/2023 03:15pm • After we put away the scary movies for Halloween, November is a time for war films between Veterans Day and Thanksgiving. Thus, the four-part miniseries "All the Light We Cannot See" premiered on Netflix this month, dividing critics, who seem to hate it, and audiences, who seem to think it's a de Whip up a unique, delicious Thanksgiving stuffing with Chef Mike Freeman of Le Clou 11/21/2023 04:35am • For home cooks who want to make a statement at this year's Thanksgiving dinner table, executive Chef Mike Freeman has the dish for you. Chef Freeman of Le Clou at The Morrow Hotel in D.C. shared the recipe with WTOP for one of Thanksgiving's most famous dishes: stuffing … but with a twist. Chef From saving elephants to pleasing football fans, here are some holiday gift ideas for all 11/20/2023 03:49pm • NEW YORK (AP) — Staring down a hefty holiday gift list? There's something for everybody out there. Artisan gifts can be a hit. Head to Etsy.com to tap into the global handmade marketplace's trends for the season. This year, they include “grandpa chic,” a counterpoint in home decor to the � What grocery stores are open on Thanksgiving? 11/20/2023 03:35pm • The holiday season is here, which means spending time with family on Thanksgiving and also, for millions of people, hunting for the best deals on Black Friday. Thanksgiving is celebrated on the fourth Thursday in November each year, which takes place this week. A lot of national retailers are kee