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Private browsing may not protect you as much as you think 07/23/2022 06:48am • For years, the most popular internet browsers have included options to search for and visit websites in "private" modes. Those options may now be viewed as vital tools for some in the wake of Roe v. Wade's demise, as abortion-seekers look to avoid having their personal data used against them in stat Review: 'The Gray Man' pits Ryan Gosling vs. Chris Evans in action-packed spy flick 07/22/2022 02:44pm • In 2014, Joe & Anthony Russo directed Chris Evans in the killer “Captain America: The Winter Soldier” (2014), earning the keys to the Marvel Cinematic Universe for a crowded "Captain America: Civil War" (2016), shocking “Avengers: Infinity War” (2018) and cathartic "Avengers: Endgame Community college tuition won't go up in Virginia 07/22/2022 09:44am • Tuition at Virginia's community colleges will not go up for the 2022-2023 school year, the State Board for Community Colleges decided. In-state tuition will remain at the rate of $154 per credit hour, while the out-of-state tuition will stay at $354.10 per credit hour. More Education Md. man accused of stealing from churches in DC area 07/21/2022 09:50pm • A Maryland man accused of stealing from churches in the D.C. area was arrested in Virginia. Police say that Richard Thomas Phelan, 61, stole property from churches and businesses throughout Fairfax County, Virginia, and he is being investigated for similar crimes in Montgomery County, Maryland. Scammers target children's Social Security numbers to open credit cards 07/19/2022 03:18pm • Identity theft now even involves crooks targeting babies. Criminals are using newly assigned Social Security numbers to open credit cards. A D.C.-based consumers' group has tips to help parents. More Local News First, to find out whether your child’s identity has been hacked Venmo the wrong person? It’s actually pretty common 07/18/2022 08:30am • Peer-to-peer payment platforms, such as Venmo, Zelle and PayPal, have become hugely popular. A recent LendingTree survey found that 84% of consumers have used a "P2P" service, and 44% of those who do, use them at least once a week. More Business News More Local News The app Houses of worship increase security after shootings 07/17/2022 10:30am • LOS ANGELES (AP) — The Rev. Steven Marsh never thought he would see the day his church in Laguna Woods, California — a town of 16,500 populated largely by retirees — would be spending $20,000 a month for security. Then a gunman opened fire on May 15 during a luncheon at Geneva Presbyterian DC considering bills to protect abortion access in the city 07/15/2022 04:42pm • D.C. Council members on Tuesday heard from the public about two bills they’re considering that would bolster abortion protections in the city. One of the proposed bills, the Enhancing Reproductive Health Protections Amendment Act of 2022, was introduced in March by At-Large Councilmember Chris School Zone: What to know about AP African American studies pilot course 07/15/2022 04:39am • Welcome to the School Zone, WTOP’s weekly feature about the latest topics and trends in education across the D.C. region. AP Program launches African American studies pilot course What it is: High school students across the U.S. may soon be able to take an Advanced Placement African American stu Tips to help avoid falling victim to persistent robocall scammers 07/14/2022 06:57pm • Robocalls and con jobs are on the rise, and even smart people are falling for the scams. A D.C.- based consumers' group has advice for how to be just a little more cautious and less vulnerable. "You really do have to be on guard … it's just a game of whack-a-mole for the regulators to prevent t Montgomery Co. police release photos of suspected robbers 07/13/2022 07:52am • Montgomery County police have released surveillance photos of two people suspected of theft from a vehicle and fraud. In a statement, officers said the victim noticed multiple credit cards had been stolen from his parked car at OneLife Fitness in the Rockville, Maryland, area on June 2. How Kyle Kuzma recruited Delon Wright to D.C., learned fashion from him 07/12/2022 05:55pm • How Kyle Kuzma recruited new teammate Delon Wright to D.C. originally appeared on NBC Sports WashingtonWASHINGTON -- Long before he was going viral for wearing a long-sleeved pink turtleneck before a game with the Wizards last season, Kyle Kuzma had a much more normal fashion sense as a college stud Juan Soto to compete in 2022 Home Run Derby 07/12/2022 11:40am • Juan Soto to compete in 2022 Home Run Derby originally appeared on NBC Sports WashingtonFor the second straight year, Juan Soto will have a chance to showcase his power-hitting at MLB All-Star weekend. The Washington Nationals announced Tuesday morning that Soto will compete in the 2022 Home Run Der Md. attorney general warns 'buy now, pay later' plans can rack up debt 07/11/2022 06:29am • Attorney General Brian Frosh is warning Marylanders that a "buy now, pay later" mentality created by installment plans can rack up debt and cause other financial problems over time. Installment plans, which often offer little to no interest payments, can allow consumers to buy products that they Maryland LCV Scorecard: Green group found a lot to like in recent legislative session 07/09/2022 11:48pm • This content was republished with permission from WTOP’s news partners at Maryland Matters. Sign up for Maryland Matters’ free email subscription today. With Marylanders already casting ballots at early voting centers and voting by mail ahead of the July 19 primary, a leading environmental