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The latest election results include a turnaround for Measure B. The proposal to charge single-family homeowners in San Diego a fee for trash pickup is narrowly in the lead after trailing for most of the vote count. Then, it’s been five years since the #MeToo movement. But many female police officers still experience sexism on the job. KPBS investigative reporter Claire Trageser looks at what departments are doing to fix this. And, in our weekend preview, art that explores street markets, contemporary dance, bilingual theater and more.

The Ensuring Likeness Voice and Image Security Act, or ELVIS Act, is an updated version of the state's right of publicity law. The new legislation includes AI-specific protections.

Perfumed Gloves and Jasmine Fields: How France Become a Fragrance Capital Join us for an evening of art and fragrance! This lecture and interactive session led by art historian and fragrance writer Jessica Murphy will focus on France’s rise to prominence as a center of Western perfumery. The phrase “French perfume” evokes luxury, quality, and sensuality. But how did that association come to be? France’s ascendance as a site of fragrance production from the sixteenth century through the nineteenth century was due to a very specific blend of patronage and politics, as well as a timely mix of trade, technology, and terroir. This lecture will trace the unique chain of events and individuals that ensured the success of perfumery’s specialized craft within French culture and society, from the “Sun King” to the Guerlain family. For the second half of the event, we’ll look closely at several French paintings from the Timken’s collection and pair them with scent, enhancing our visual experience through the sense of smell. Charcuterie & Wine with Dessert Intermission Timken Museum of Art on Facebook / Instagram

This month’s Second Tuesday Tastings at Bluewater Boathouse Seafood Grill in the former Hotel del Coronado Boathouse on Coronado Island honors both National Seafood Month in October and the restaurant’s ongoing “Taste of Spain” seasonal culinary focus. For the Oct. 10 Second Tuesday Tasting, local chefs will pair Panko Artichoke Hearts with Brava Sauce and Chipotle Blackened Swordfish with Abadia de San Campio Albarino and Marques de Riscal Verdejo wines from Spain, respectively. The special two-course Oct. 10 dinner with wine pairings is $55 per person. Reservations are encouraged. According to Bluewater co-founder and co-owner Jimmy “Jim U” Ulcickas, Bluewater’s obsession with freshness and sustainability makes a National Seafood Month menu a no-brainer. “Back in 1996, Bluewater was at the forefront of the fresh, sustainable seafood conversation,” he said. “Folks weren’t used to getting hyper-fresh seafood and shellfish right in their own neighborhood, and the question of fish origins was just starting to take off.” “Today, many restaurants claim to be fresh and responsible – but we are still the sustainability leader, one of the few pursuing a wholly sustainable menu and operating our own fishing boat, which gives us more control over the fish we ultimately serve our customers. It’s a difference you can taste.” Even more than restaurant owners, Ulcickas and co-owner Richard Staunton consider themselves fisherman at heart. “I think it is precisely this appreciation for the ocean that makes Bluewater such a favorite among seafood lovers. We’ve worked hard over the years to build the consensus that if you want the absolute freshest fish, you come to Bluewater,” said Staunton. For more info, go to https://www.bluewatergrill.com/location/coronado/. You can also follow each Bluewater restaurant on Facebook, or the Bluewater family on Instagram.

Tuesday, Aug.8, 2023 at 11 p.m. on KPBS TV / Stream now with the PBS App. Mapiko is a traditional masked dance performed by the Makonde men of Northern Mozambique. Filmmaker Sara de Gouveia’s film follows Atanásio Nyusi, a compelling storyteller and legendary Mapiko dancer, taking us on a visually dramatic journey through Mozambique's past (including Mapiko’s role as a tool to challenge colonization during the Mozambican War of Independence) and its vibrant present.

Dynasty Dance Co., a non-profit organization dedicated to providing dance education and opportunities for aspiring artists and underserved youth, is excited to present "Boo Birthday Bash," a Halloween-themed dance extravaganza set to enchant the community with spectacular performances and a night of fun and festivities. Taking place on October 14 from 10 a.m.- 1 p.m. at Starlight Dance Studio, this hair-raising event promises to be an unforgettable experience for all. Not only will guests enjoy bewitching dance sessions by the talented team of Dynasty Dance Co., but they will also have the chance to participate in a dance party, interactive sensory play stations, a jumpy and rally pit, pumpkin and pumpkin decorating station, Halloween-themed crafts and games, and a costume contest. Plus, attendees can indulge in complimentary mimosa bar and chili cook-off tastings while voting for their favorite recipe. VIP guests will also receive a swag bag and gain admission for themselves and one child with each ticket. Adult tickets are available for an additional $10. All proceeds raised from this spooktacular event will go directly towards supporting Dynasty DanceCo.'s mission of providing opportunities for aspiring dancers in underserved communities. The Boo Bash schedule includes a costume contest, meet and greet with popular superhero Spiderman, and fan favorite Bluey, chili cook-off, and silent auction. Tickets are limited, so be sure topurchase them in advance on the Give butter platform. https://givebutter.com/Boo For more information on Dynasty Dance Co. and its mission, please visit their website at www.dynastydanceco.org. View this event on Facebook Tentative Event Schedule: • 10 a.m. Event starts • 10 a.m.-1 p.m. - Glow Dance Party - Chili Cook-Off Tastings + Voting - Sensory Play Area - Pumpkin Decorating + Crafts & Games - Jumpy & Rall Pit - Snacks & Refreshments - Silent Auction • 11a.m. Spiderman Meet & Greet • 11:40 a.m. Bluey Meet & Greet • 12 p.m. Chili Voting & Silent Auction Close • 12:15 p.m. Costume Contest • 12:40 p.m. Chili Cook-Off Winner & Silent Auction Winners Announced • 1 p.m. Event ends

British composer Martin Phipps discusses how he used an 1808 French piano that once belonged to Napoleon in the score for Ridley Scott's biopic of the one-time emperor.

Coming Soon! Premieres Wednesday, March 27, 2024 at 9 p.m. on KPBS TV / PBS App + Encore Sunday, March 31 at 2 p.m. on KPBS TV and 9 p.m. on KPBS 2. A.I. tools like ChatGPT seem to think, speak, and create like humans. But what are they really doing? From cancer cures to Terminator-style takeovers, leading experts explore what A.I. can – and can’t – do today, and what lies ahead.

Reddit, the San Francisco social media site that describes itself as "the front page of the internet," is debuting as a public stock on Thursday.

Every Sunday starting March 12, 2023 Boarding at 11:30 a.m. Ship returns to Maritime Museum docks at 4 p.m. The Californian Tall Ship Adventure is a four-hour experience aboard the official tall ship of the state of California. Guests will sail aboard a replica of a gold rush era revenue cutter and learn of the history of sailing and exploration in San Diego, tales of whaling and sea otter trade, local sea battles, the art of the ship’s gunnery, and life at sea. Passengers may join the crew in trimming sails or sit back and watch the crew scamper up and down the traditionally rigged state symbol. Ticket price: $69 - $119 per person. This four-hour sailing adventure also includes general admission to explore all Museum ships and dozens of exhibits and galleries. Self-guided tours can be taken starting at 10 a.m. before the sailing departure or after 4 p.m. when she returns. Museum closes at 5 p.m. Visit: www.sdmaritime.org or call 619-234-9153 x101 Maritime Museum of San Diego on Facebook / Instagram