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Data Doctors: Tips to avoid LinkedIn scams when job searching 10/07/2022 06:56pm • Q: I���ve never used LinkedIn for job searches ��� what should I watch for so I don���t get scammed? A: LinkedIn is the largest social network for business professionals, which also makes it a common way for scammers to trick those looking for work. They���ll use a host of tricks to get people When to Expect Your Social Security Checks 10/06/2022 08:00pm • Claiming your Social Security payments is a retirement milestone. But not everyone receives their Social Security check on the same date. Benefits are paid out on Wednesdays, and those with a date of birth early in the month receive Social Security payments before those who were born later in the mo 10 Common Mistakes Made on the FAFSA 10/05/2022 08:00pm • Many colleges, universities and states use the Free Application for Federal Student Aid, commonly known as the FAFSA, to determine students' eligibility for nonfederal need-based aid -- additional funds students can use to pay for school. But making a mistake on the FAFSA or submitting the applicati 6 Signs It's Time to Retire 10/05/2022 08:00pm • It can be difficult to figure out when you are truly ready to retire. Some people aim for a certain retirement age, perhaps 62 or 65, while others set a financial goal, such as $1 million in a retirement account. There are signs and targets that can signal that you are prepared to retire, but they'r Things You Should Know About Groupon 10/03/2022 08:00pm • It's been nearly 15 years since Groupon burst on the scene as a way to score deep discounts on everything from fine dining to car detailing. It quickly developed a legion of devoted followers, but deal vouchers that were difficult to redeem or expired quickly disillusioned some shoppers. However, th Prince George's Co. Council hears from candidates for Police Accountability Board 09/27/2022 09:28pm • The Prince George's County Council is working to fill five of the 11 spots on the county's new Police Accountability Board. On Tuesday, 17 candidates for those five spots spoke before the council to talk about why they would be good selections. Later this fall, the council will meet in execut WTOP and PodcastOne Announce Return of ���American Nightmare Series��� Podcast 09/27/2022 09:39am • WTOP and PodcastOne Announce Return of ���American Nightmare Series��� Podcast Award-winning podcast returns for 3rd Season October 2022 with host, Paul Wagner Washington, D.C. (September 27, 2022) ��� WTOP News and PodcastOne ��announced today the return of their critically acclaimed and award-wi Hyundai, Kia are easy targets of vehicle thefts, study finds 09/25/2022 10:55am • Heads up if you drive a Hyundai or Kia, thieves may be after your car. Some lower priced vehicles made by these two manufacturers have become theft targets, according to a study conducted by the Highway Loss Data Institute. More Business and Finance News More Consumer News More C Trump signals affinity with QAnon followers in social media post, at rallies 09/24/2022 03:07pm • Former President Donald Trump is again signaling an affinity with believers of the QAnon conspiracies ��� on Thursday evening he reposted a video originally shared by a QAnon follower containing catch phrases and that integrated Trump into imagery affiliated with the conspiracy movement. The vide Can proposed DC law help speed up hiring process in schools? 09/23/2022 06:01am • Welcome to the School Zone, WTOP���s weekly feature about the latest topics and trends in education across the D.C. region. Proposed DC law aims to expedite hiring process for school volunteers, workers What it is: After volunteer groups reported long delays in getting cleared to work with D.C. Pu How to Refinance Student Loans: The Complete Guide 09/22/2022 08:00pm • Student loan refinancing is when you take out a new private student loan to repay one or more existing student loans. Borrowers may choose to refinance student loan debt in order to lower the interest rate, reduce their monthly payments or pay off debt faster. Refinancing student loans can save you Is Bitcoin Worth Investing In? 09/21/2022 08:00pm • Bitcoin (BTC) has been one of the best investments in the world since it was first created back in 2009. Unfortunately, 2022 has been a bloodbath for Bitcoin investors. "Crypto winter" has sent BTC prices tumbling about 60% year to date as of Sept. 21, and investors must now decide whether to buy th What Is Quiet Quitting? 09/21/2022 08:00pm • "Quiet quitting" has become a new buzzword over the past few months. Here's what it means, how this trend started and what you need to know to avoid having it negatively affect your career. Quiet Quitting DefinedQuiet quitting refers to a rising trend where employees are doing the bare minimum at wo Montgomery Co. Public Schools unveil security measures after football game brawl 09/21/2022 04:47pm • School officials in Montgomery County, Maryland, announced stronger security measures for the school system's athletic events after a brawl last weekend ended a football game early and resulted in charges against five people. The new security measures include limiting student spectators to studen Lawsuit between Quantico town, former police chief proceeds 09/21/2022 03:21pm • This article was written by WTOP���s news partner InsideNoVa.com and republished with permission. Sign up for InsideNoVa.com���s free email subscription today. The town of Quantico claims its former police chief was fired for not following an improvement plan rather than for enforcing state-manda