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The total deaths due to drug overdose dropped from 1,203 in 2023 to 945 in 2024 — that's 25% lower than the region's peak number in 2022.

Fast cars? Superheroes? Laugh-out-loud comedies? Here's what to watch at the cinemas this summer.

A range of crime data has been going around to make the argument that Washington, D.C., is — or isn't — safe. We talk to crime experts to make sense of it all.

Garden at Dusk Dinner: A Summer Celebration Join us on Friday, August 1, 2025 for an unforgettable evening under the stars at Olivewood Gardens. We're thrilled to welcome back Chefs Charlie Knowles and Manny da Luz and team of bica for our Garden at Dusk Dinner summer event—an intimate outdoor dining experience that blends seasonal, farm-to-table cuisine with community and purpose. Enjoy a thoughtfully crafted meal paired with wine from Oddish Wine. Reserve your seat and support a healthier, more connected community. All proceeds support Olivewood’s free and low-cost community programs centered on food education, environmental stewardship, and advocacy. Olivewood Gardens on Facebook / Instagram

Trump needs an extension from Congress to control D.C. police for more than 30 days. Some Republican lawmakers are focused on pursuing legislation that would exert power over D.C. in other ways.

Denja Harris opened her first solo museum exhibition this week at the Oceanside Museum of Art. Her soft sculptures explore perceptions of being a Black woman and invite viewers to embrace the unknown.

Come to the track to witness Del Mar’s signature race, the prestigious $1,000,000 Pacific Classic, on Saturday, Aug. 30. In addition to the $1,000,000 purse, the Pacific Classic winner also qualifies for a coveted spot in the 2025 Breeders’ Cup World Championships. The Del Mar Thoroughbred Club will be hosting at 100% capacity for fans in its seating areas throughout its facility. Visit: https://seatgeek.com/del-mar-thoroughbred-club-tickets/horse-racing/2025-08-30-1-30-pm/17476318?sc=125

U.S. officials confirmed a case of the flesh-eating parasite in a person who traveled from El Salvador. Screwworm typically affects cattle in South America but has spread north in recent years.

Meet owls with Critter Encounters on Friday, September 26, from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. The event will include a live presentation, meet & greet*, storytime, and a special craft! Pre-registration is not required. Free with Museum admission. Opportunities to meet the animals are limited, and timed tickets will be provided upon check-in. *Meet and greet is entirely contingent upon the animals’ well-being. We recommend arriving at the Museum early to maximize your chances of meeting the animals. A Hold Harmless form is required to be filled out for all guests who want to meet the animals. Children’s Museum of Discovery on Facebook / Instagram

Select a date: Sunday, July 20, 4 p.m. - 7 p.m. -OR- Sunday, August 24, 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. This beginner 3-hour woodworking workshop will acquaint students with a woodturning lathe, its parts, the tools needed, safety tips, tool sharpening techniques and how to shape wood on a lathe. The class will consist of students learning to round a piece of square stock, learning the four basic cuts and turning a honey dipper as their take home project. This class is appropriate for ages 16 years and older. All materials included. • Military, first responders and sibling discounts • Scholarships available • Homeschool funds accepted • If this class is full, join the Interest List to be notified. • If you would like to be notified of future offerings, join the Interest List to be notified when new dates or spaces are available. Sand Diego Craft Collective on Facebook / Instagram