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Zach Reino and Jessica McKenna are a versatile musical comedy duo. They wrote and composed music for the WGA award-winning Peacock Series "Baking It" starring Maya Rudolph, Amy Poehler and Andy Samberg. The duo has also written songs and musical sketches for the hit animation show "Rick and Morty", "Party Over Here" (a Fox sketch show produced by The Lonely Island), the Peacock series "Pitch Perfect: Bumper In Berlin", "Buzzfeed, FunnyOrDie" and Nickelodeon. Zach and Jess are currently developing TV and Film projects with Amy Poehler’s Paper Kite Productions, David Wain (The State, Role Models, Wanderlust) and Elizabeth Banks’ Brownstone Productions. They also created and starred in Serious Music, a digital series for ABC. Their improvised musical podcast "Off Book" has been praised by various online publications including "Indie Wire", USA Today, Parade, AV Club and Splitsider and been featured at Comedy Central’s Clusterfest Festival, Moontower, the world renowned Just For Laughs Festival in Montreal, and the Netflix Is A Joke Festival in LA. Zach and Jess were listed as one of Vulture’s “Comedians You Should and Will Know” and in early 2019 they released their first full-length musical comedy album The Calendar Album with Comedy Dynamics. Visit: https://musicboxsd.com/event/13700384/off-book-the-improvised-musical/ Off Book: The Improvised Musical on Facebook

The Best of San Diego is San Diego's longest running local showcase that has helped launch the careers of some of the top comedians in the industry today. You will see comedians from all levels from opener to headliner, going back to back to back, making you laugh from start to finish. This is the show that will allow you to say, "I remember seeing them at the La Jolla Comedy Store way back in..." Former Best of San Diego alumni include Taylor Tomlinson(Netflix, Comedy Central, Last Comic Standing) Bobby Lee (MadTV, Comedy Central, Showtime) Taylor Williamson (AGT Finalist) Vicki Barbolak (Nick at Nite's Funniest Mom in America winner, AGT finalist) Dat Phan (original winner of Last Comic Standing, Comedy Central) and Fazon Love (BET's Comic View, Friday, Elf, Wild 'N Out) Some of the current Best of San Diego Comedians include Mal Hall, Jason Lawhead (Gotham Comedy Live, Last Comic Standing), Zoltan Kaszas (DryBar Comedy, Man Up Stand Up,) and Dustin Nickerson (Comedy Central, Laughs). Visit: thecomedystore.com/la-jolla/ The Comedy Store La Jolla on Instagram

The American Alliance of Museums put out its annual industry snapshot and it's not great. Trump's targeting of museum programming had downstream effects and put a "chill on corporate philanthropy."

This week, President Trump continued to threaten tariffs as DOGE continued its cuts of the federal workforce. It was another consequential and news-packed week in Trump's presidency.

Many of New Zealand's unique birds are heading toward extinction. So the country is taking on an ambitious conservation project: eradicating the invasive species that prey on them.

Experts believe the self-deportation offer will only appeal to a small portion of migrants already considering return, but unlikely to spur high demand.

North City invites families and friends to dive into a free outdoor screening of Disney’s "Finding Nemo" on Friday, July 18. Starting at 5 p.m., movie lovers can enjoy games, hands-on activities, and character meet-and-greets before Nemo, Marlin, and Dory swim across the big screen at 6:30 p.m. Guests will receive complimentary popcorn and can purchase an array of bites from North City’s eateries, including newly opened A Lo Fresco, serving internationally inspired bowls and wraps; Buona Forchetta, preparing fresh pizza onsite from its mobile pizzeria truck; Wynston’s Ice Cream, featuring themed flavors; Maya’s Cookies, offering cookie decorating kits; Milonga Empanadas, grilling choripán sandwiches with Argentine chorizo and chimichurri; and Draft Republic, pouring beer, wine, and cocktails for adults. Limited seating will be available, and guests are encouraged to bring low chairs for a cozy outdoor theater experience. For more information about North City, visit https://www.northcity.com/ or follow North City on Instagram.

Get ready for a creative, fun-filled evening painting and socializing at this colorful Paint and Sip in downtown San Diego! Whether you’re an experienced artist or just looking for a memorable experience, this Paint and Sip promises an entertaining, creative activity at the Cafe at Hotel Alma in the heart of Downtown San Diego. Beginners welcome! Canvas will come pre- traced for easier painting. Experience the welcoming charm of Café at Alma, nestled in the heart of Downtown San Diego. Indulge in their signature cocktails, hearty California-inspired comfort food, and a vibrant social atmosphere. Café at Alma is the perfect spot to unwind, connect, and enjoy the best of San Diego living. Join us for good vibes, great flavors, and unforgettable moments. Paint and Sips are the perfect evening activity for families, couples, groups, singles or anyone looking to try something new! Seasoned artists and beginners welcome! Your skilled instructor Heather will guide you every step of the way. Visit: https://paintingandvino.com/event/summer-rain-paint-and-sip-san-diego/ Painting and Vino on Instagram and Facebook

In this week's Wild Card, Kathryn Hahn says she has more control over her choices and is not as afraid to say what she wants.

Federal pandemic relief money supercharged summer learning. When that funding expired, Philadelphia found a way to keep its program going. It's an investment that's all about making learning fun.