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WTOP Book Report: She was ‘Raised By A Serial Killer’ — and she brought him to justice

The daughter of serial killer Edward Wayne Edwards speaks out in a new memoir.

12-14
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WTOP Book Report: Viral star Randy Rainbow talks satire, social media in ‘Low-Hanging Fruit’

Viral satirist Randy Rainbow opens up about satire's role in navigating today’s politically charged atmosphere, the art of complaint, the line between humor and offense, and how his work offers a blend of laughter and introspection.

10-19
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Documentary explores the life of ‘Superman’ icon Christopher Reeve

Long before comic book characters dominated movie screens, actor Christopher Reeve made the world believes in superheroes with the 1978 classic "Superman."

10-05
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Jane Fonda goes door-to-door to support local candidates in 2024

Imagine hearing a knock on your door and opening it to find actor Jane Fonda campaigning for a local election candidate.

10-05
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Dolly Parton to donate $1 million to Hurricane Helene relief efforts

Appalachia native Dolly Parton said Friday she will donate $1 million for Hurricane Helene relief efforts.

10-04
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WTOP Book Report: CNN’s Dana Bash says ‘America’s Deadliest Election’ in 1872 has parallels to today

CNN Chief Political Correspondent Dana Bash discusses her book 'America's Deadliest Election: The Cautionary Tale of the Most Violent Election in American History' with WTOP's Terik King.

09-22
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From Roberto Clemente to Rooney Mara, AFI Latin American Film Fest returns to AFI Silver Theatre

The 35th annual AFI Latin American Film Festival returns to the historic AFI Silver Theatre in Silver Spring from Sept. 19 through Oct. 10.

09-17
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‘All About That Bass’: Meghan Trainor joins WTOP with Md. native Chris Olsen before Jiffy Lube Live

Meghan Trainor brings her "Timeless" tour to Jiffy Lube Live in Virginia on Tuesday, Sept. 17 alongside Chevy Chase, Maryland, native Chris Olsen.

09-16
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Kimberly Perry of The Band Perry returns to country music roots with solo tour at Rams Head in Annapolis

The Band Perry burst onto the scene 14 years ago with some of the best country songs of all time. Now, the talented Kimberly Perry plays Rams Head in Annapolis, Maryland on Sunday night.

09-13
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Do you miss Screen on the Green? Paramount+ Movie Nights screens ‘Forrest Gump’ on the National Mall

D.C. movie fans were devastated when HBO discontinued its popular "Screen on the Green" series in 2016. Now you can rejoice with a revival of sorts as the National Mall hosts the inaugural Paramount+ Movie Nights.

09-13
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‘Way Down We Go’ from Iceland to DC as Kaleo brings blues-rock gold to The Anthem

The pride of Iceland comes to the heart of America as Kaleo rocks The Anthem in D.C. on Monday, Sept. 16.

09-12
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Annapolis Songwriters Fest welcomes best pens in the biz with Marc Cohn, Lee Brice, Natalie Hemby

Are you a lyrical wordsmith who wants to pick the brains of the best songwriters in the biz? The third annual Annapolis Songwriters Festival returns to Maryland starting Thursday.

09-12
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Round House Theatre’s ‘Sojourners’ argues immigration is vital to the American Dream

Immigration is front and center in the heartfelt new dramatic play "Sojourners," which opens Wednesday night at the prolific Round House Theatre in Bethesda, Maryland, running now through Oct. 6.

09-11
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America’s largest Black and Latinx orchestra visits Washington Convention Center, Kennedy Center

The Inner City Youth Orchestra of Los Angeles will perform a pair of concerts for the Congressional Black Caucus Annual Legislative Weekend in D.C.

09-11
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Washington quarterback Jayden Daniels featured in new Prime docuseries ‘The Money Game’ about NIL

Jayden Daniels may have lost his rookie season opener with the Washington Commanders on Sunday, but he's starring in a brand-new documentary on a revolution in college sports.

09-10
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Flo Rida, Sara Evans, Tracy Lawrence headline Great Frederick Fair, the ‘G.O.A.T.’ of county fairs

Maryland has many county fairs, but the Great Frederick Fair proudly calls itself the "G.O.A.T." You can find out why between Sept. 13 through Sept. 21.

09-10
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Anthony Anderson hosts Kennedy Center salute to ‘DC Originality’ with Ginuwine, Kenny Lattimore

Did you ever grind to Ginuwine's "Pony?" Did you crack up watching Anthony Anderson's "Black-ish?" The Kennedy Center welcomes both stars for a special two-night event called "DC ORIGINALITY: Showcasing the Cultural Beat of Capital City" on Tuesday and Wednesday evenings.

09-09
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Lake Street Dive celebrates 20th anniversary with ‘Good Together’ tour at Merriweather Post

Lake Street Dive is bringing its 20th anniversary tour to Maryland this weekend. The band rocks Merriweather Post Pavilion in Columbia on Friday night.

09-09
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Movie Review: ‘Strange Darling’ is one of the most electric and unpredictable thrillers in years

WTOP's Jason Fraley throws his own stunned support behind the must-see new thriller "Strange Darling," written and directed by JT Mollner.

09-06
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Tony-winning hair and wig designer brings ‘Jaja’s African Hair Braiding’ from Broadway to Arena Stage

"Jaja's African Hair Braiding" recently competed for Best Play at the Tony Awards in June. This Friday, the acclaimed Broadway comedy hits Arena Stage in D.C. now through Oct. 13.

09-06
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