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'As a mother of 4 kids, it’s too much': What a Fairfax Co. mom spends on school supplies — and how she saves 08/12/2024 04:46am • From vaping, the cost of school supplies to cellphone policies, the WTOP team is studying up on hot-button topics in education across the D.C. region. Follow on air and online in our series “WTOP Goes Back to School” this August and September. Crayons, pencils, notebooks — even headph Things to do in the DC area: Black Books Matter Fest, Mubadala Citi DC Open … and more! 08/01/2024 04:51am • 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. Since its establishment in 2021 in Prince George's County, Maryland, Black Record heat has baked DC region this summer. How to protect your home from extreme weather 07/30/2024 08:00pm • If it seems like the summer months just keep getting hotter, well, there's a reason for that. In mid-July 2024, a number of U.S. cities experienced their hottest temperatures on record. July 22, 2024, was Earth's hottest day on record, according to a NASA analysis of global daily temperature data. J 'They have a lot of money to end up losing': Why criminals are choosing to commit gold bar scams 07/26/2024 02:43pm • The growing trend of gold bar scams raises questions, such as "What's in it for the crook?" And "How does it work?" Such scams have tricked more than a dozen people in Montgomery County, Maryland, alone, leading to losses topping $1 million in some cases. The scheme involves tricking victims into Marylander among those made ill by microdosing candies behind nearly 50 illnesses 07/07/2024 09:44am • Food and Drug Administration officials said dozens of people have been made ill, including one person in Maryland, after consuming Diamond Shruumz — a microdosing candy and gummy brand. Officials began an initial investigation on June 7, after receiving eight reports of illness connected with t One-way traffic, bus lane could be coming to access road near Bradlee Shopping Center 06/25/2024 06:50pm • Bike lanes, one-way traffic and a dedicated bus lane could be coming to a stretch of the access road near the Bradlee Shopping Center in Alexandria, Virginia. After months of data analysis, brainstorming and community engagement, Sara Brandt-Vorel, the city's transportation capital project manage Tiny, local boutiques opening in former big box store in Loudoun County 06/21/2024 08:26pm • What used to be a Bed Bath & Beyond in the Dulles Landing shopping center now houses dozens of tiny, locally-owned boutiques, with more on the way. Started in Arkansas in 2015, the Dulles, Virginia, location, which opened this month, is the first Painted Tree Boutiques store in Northern V Extended heat wave continues Thursday with triple-digit temps possible over the weekend 06/20/2024 02:50pm • Listen live to WTOP for traffic and weather updates on the 8s. The DC area faced some scorching temperatures Thursday and Friday doesn't look to be any better. Friday will see the area under a heat alert with temperatures expected to peak in the 90s during the afternoon, but it will feel like the 'Like treasure hunting': Big warehouse in Maryland that offers DIYers cheap household goods gets hefty federal grant 06/19/2024 02:55pm • Tucked away near some railroad tracks between Hyattsville and Bladensburg in Maryland is a giant reuse warehouse called Community Forklift, filled with household goods, where budget conscious "do-it-yourselfers" go to save a few bucks on whatever they need. During and after the COVID-19 pandemic, DC's Rainbow History Project reflects on 60 years of LGBTQ history ahead of World Pride 06/10/2024 05:54am • A D.C. organization has been documenting the history of the LGBTQ community in the District since 2000. This year, that same organization told WTOP of its plans to share the region's history ahead of next year's World Pride celebration. Vincent Slatt, Director of Archiving at the Rainbow History Data Doctors: Forgotten Windows password options 06/07/2024 06:46pm • Q: I’ve forgotten the password for my Windows laptop and can’t get in. What are my options? A: Digital security is a challenge for every company to manage as they try to balance security with usability for its users. If a forgotten password is easily reset, it’s not much of a security ba Beautiful trap: Scammers selling 'seeds' for AI-generated plants that don't exist 05/30/2024 04:07pm • The lure is strong for home gardeners, searching online for ideas to spruce up their surroundings — plants with vibrant colors, multi-hued petals and intriguing markings. Spoiler alert. "There's lots of these beautiful pictures being shown on the internet, and unfortunately, they're AI-g Things to do in the DC area: Pride events, Taste of Peru … and more! 05/30/2024 07:43am • During Pride Month, people from all walks of life around the country can come together as activists and allies. It's during this time that many celebrate the progress made so far by the LGBTQIA community, as well as continue to spread the message of equality and work toward a better future. In an Watchdog report: Metro skipping some steps while inspecting railcars 05/22/2024 07:23am • An independent agency that oversees safety on Metro released an audit Tuesday that found the D.C. transit system has skipped some safety checks, including railcar inspections and precautions to protect personnel. The Washington Metrorail Safety Commission conducted interviews, site visits and dat DC-area man's journey from 'grill guy' to smokin' barbecue business owner 05/18/2024 12:10pm • A D.C.-area man spent decades working on print solutions centered in office environments. Now, he's smokin' with a full-service catering company focused on barbecue. George Loving had no idea his career would take such a tasty turn from office solutions to running a D.C.-based business that bloss