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Gethsemani Baptist Church in San Luis has been organizing food drives for nearly 25 years. But in a new lawsuit, the church alleges that the city has started to push back against this work.

Growing numbers of asylum seekers are arriving in San Diego County, and government resources are not keeping up. KPBS recently visited a local church that opened its doors. In other news, San Diego County has been seeing an uptick in mpox cases. We hear from health officials about the reasons why. Plus, we have a follow up to a story we brought you over the summer about two young San Diego friends who re-created a vintage piano for a cause.

Southland Symphony Season Finale with Ruslan Biryukov Experience the grand finale of the Southland Symphony Orchestra with world renowned cellist Ruslan Biryukov performing the Khachaturian Cello Concerto at Bethel Congregational Church in Ontario California Dr. Sylvia Lee Mann conducting. Also on the program: Prokofiev's Symphony No. 1 in D Major Op. 25 - "Classical" We are also especially pleased to present "La Leyenda del Quetzal y la Serpiente" (The Legend of the Quetzal Bird and the Snake) by José Elizondo, a living, Mexican-American Composer.. The performance of the Khachaturian Cello Concerto is dedicated in memory of the victims of the Armenian Genocide. 📅 DATE: Sunday, May 5, 2024 🕓 TIME: 4 p.m. 📍 VENUE: Bethel Congregational Church TICKETS: - $20 VIP (include treat bags preferred seating and wine tasting at intermission) - $10 General - Children under 12 - FREE; - Ontario Youth Symphony members - FREE Get your tickets and/or Donate to support us here. 🎶 Immerse yourself in the astounding energies of the cello experience the pure magic of live orchestral music and witness the culmination of a spectacular season with the Southland Symphony. Engage your senses and elevate your spirit as the powerful music resonates through the historic halls of the Bethel Congregational Church creating an ambiance that is simply awe-inspiring. Mr. Biryukov is a frequent guest artist with the Southland Symphony. We are always thrilled to present his charismatic and energizing performances. So - Join us for an evening of elegance artistry and pure musical bliss. It's an event that promises to leave you breathless and wanting more. Experience the magic of music like never before. Unlock the door to a world of musical delight and reserve your spot for the Southland Symphony Season Finale with Ruslan Biryukov today! Parking is available behind the church and there is abundant street parking as well. (Come early for the best parking places) To see Ruslan in action with the Southland Symphony, check out the video listed at the top! It's from last year's AMAZING RUSLAN/SSO concert! Stay Connected on Social Media! Facebook & Instagram

President Biden has said only the Lord Almighty could convince him to step aside. On Sunday, he spoke at a church in Philadelphia as some Democrats publicly pled with him to consider dropping out.

Religions hold a variety of views toward IVF. Catholicism has one of the strongest negative judgments against the practice. Yet many in the church still use the procedure in order to have children.

The San Diego Early Music Society is thrilled to present the highly anticipated return of the German vocal quintet amarcord. Hailed as one of the world’s leading vocal ensembles, the Leipzig-based group—founded by five former members of the Thomanerchor at St. Thomas Church, where J. S. Bach served as director of music—will present a program of sacred music by Josquin des Prez, one of the greatest composers of the Renaissance. Enjoy an evening of “stellar musicianship and audience friendly patter” (Ken Herman, San Diego Story). The event promises to be “[e]xquisite, a musically dazzling union of intelligent emotion, glittering esprit and supple elegance” (Schwäbische Zeitung). For more information visit: sdems.org Stay Connected on Facebook and Instagram

Texas officials are urging coastal residents to evacuate as the storm nears. Beryl, now a tropical storm, is expected to regain hurricane strength in the warm waters of the Gulf of Mexico.

Hurricane Beryl made landfall near Tulum as a Category 2 storm early Friday, following a destructive streak through the Caribbean. It's forecast to gain strength as it moves over the Gulf of Mexico.

In Detroit, a one-mile freeway is slated for removal, where a Black neighborhood once stood. It's part of an effort to reimagine divisive infrastructure — but the plan itself has been contentious.

Reporter John Burnett biked for two weeks through the Gulf South, asking people he met along the way about their major concerns in this election year.