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Meet the candidates and learn what's at stake with KPBS' Nov. 5, 2024 election guide for San Diego Board of Supervisors races.

Our roundup of arts and culture to discover in San Diego this month: Visual art, music, theater, dance, outdoor festivals, books, film and more. Up next: Art Alive at San Diego Museum of Art; WOW Festival at UC San Diego; San Diego Symphony's "The Mountain That Loved a Bird"; San Diego Book Crawl, Fern Street Circus Neighborhood Tour; Natalie Gonzalez at Oceanside Museum of Art; Sídro Saturdays at The Front; "Harvest & Gather" at the Athenaeum and more.

This year's race — which includes beloved stars, up-and-coming talents and a pair of songs from a successful but controversial musical — feels wide open. That doesn't mean all the songs are equally worthy.

Join DMVA in painting the town pink and cheering on more than 2,000 walkers as the San Diego Susan G. Komen 3-Day® kicks off in Del Mar! This cheering station is an annual outpouring of support from the community that welcomes the walkers with pink balloons and ribbons. Cheerleaders from Torrey Pines High School, the Del Mar Lifeguards, local business owners and community residents line the streets to cheer the event participants on their journey as they head south to San Diego. Anyone interested in participating in this fun and inspirational morning is encouraged to dress in pink and come to Del Mar Village just south of 15th Street on Camino Del Mar (Highway 101) between 8 p.m. and 9 a.m. The Del Mar Village Association (DMVA) is rallying a crowd of well-wishers to cheer on more than 2,000 anticipated walkers that will pass through the heart of Del Mar Village on Friday, Nov. 17 from 8 a.m. to 9 a.m. as the San Diego Susan G. Komen 3-Day® kicks off. Since 2010, the cheering station has been an annual outpouring of support from the community that welcomes the walkers with pink decor, signs, upbeat music, big smiles and encouragement. Cheerleaders from Torrey Pines High School, the Del Mar Lifeguards, local business owners and community residents line the streets to cheer the event participants on their journey as they travel more than 60 miles south to San Diego to raise funds and awareness in the fight to end breast cancer. The breast cancer cheering station is sponsored by Del Mar Plaza, the Del Mar Thoroughbred Club, L’Auberge Del Mar, Stratford Square, Darshan Bakery and Starbucks in Del Mar Village. For more information, please visit www.visitdelmarvillage.com or call 858-735-3650. For more information about the Susan G. Komen 3-Day®, visit www.the3day.org.

Our top picks for classical and jazz music in San Diego this season: Samara Joy; a binational jazz fest; legendary French band Cortex; folk-inspired compositions with the La Jolla Symphony; and contemporary, experimental composer Sarah Hennies.

Bad Bunny, Lady Gaga and Bruno Mars, all regular fixtures atop the Billboard charts, have the biggest songs and albums of the week. But don't sleep on Imogen Heap.

The 1964 hit "As Tears Go By," penned by Mick Jagger and Keith Richards, made her a star, but Marianne Faithfull demonstrated a remarkable ability to change with the times.

Meet the candidates and learn what's at stake with KPBS' Nov. 5, 2024 election guide for California State Assembly races.

18th Annual Gospel Day at The San Diego County Fair: A Melodic Choir Fest of Music REJOICE! The San Diego County Fair in conjunction with M.A.N.D.A.T.E. Records Inc. and GodRadio1.com, is thrilled to announce the 18th Annual Gospel Day, which takes place on Saturday, June 29th, 2024, at the iconic Paddock Stage. From 11a.m. to 5 p.m., the fairgrounds will resonate with harmonious melodies that inspire audiences of all ages. This year’s Gospel Day brings you the most charismatic Choir Fest performance that promises an unforgettable musical journey, uniting soul-stirring performances and powerful choirs. Featured Performers are Grace Covenant Christian Church Choir, Bishop Kenneth Wells & I.E. Connection, So. Cal 2nd Eccles. Jurisdiction C.O.G.I.C. Choir, Greater LA Cathedral Choir, Eddie Baltrip & Fulfillment, featuring Adisa & Bre Browning, alongside special guest, Gospel charting artist Dewayne Woods. Immerse yourself in music that touches the heart and lifts the spirit. Experience the raw talent of gospel choirs as they deliver electrifying performances. Bring your loved ones for a day filled with music, food, and praise. Discover thrilling attractions while celebrating the joy of the San Diego community. Rock the merch! Purchase your official Gospel Day T-shirt at GodRadio1.com. For more information about the18th Annual Gospel Day or other San Diego County Fair events, visit SDFair.com. Contact: Janta Milner (858) 650-3190 Publicist, Mandate Records, Inc. jcmilner@mandaterecords.com Visit: https://www.sdfair.com/p/plan-your-visit/tickets-deals

Premieres Tuesday, Jan. 14, 2025 at 10 p.m. on KPBS TV / PBS app. For generations, immigrants from around the world have come to America with the hope of realizing the American dream. Their stories are united by the shared belief in the founding principles of our nation. This film features inspiring immigrant stories from those who have come to the United States and excelled. Executive produced and hosted by Speaker Newt Gingrich and Ambassador Callista L. Gingrich.