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Onetime progressive darling Katie Porter’s campaign for governor stalled over viral videos that critics say showed temperament issues. Seven months later, they’re still her biggest liability.

This week on the charts, Noah Kahan's coronation as an A-list superstar is complete, while another artist makes serious waves as well: the late Michael Jackson.

Join us on December 25 for our beloved tradition of Chinese food and a movie! The evening begins at 5 p.m. with a family-friendly concert and sing-along, plus a screening of "A Rugrats Chanukah." Enjoy a delicious vegetarian Chinese dinner included with your ticket at 6 p.m., then return to the theatre at 7 p.m. for the screening of "When Harry Met Sally"! Visit: https://my.lfjcc.org/16071/16073 Lawrence Family Jewish Community Center on Facebook / Instagram

Forty years after the Challenger disaster, NPR explores the engineers' last-minute efforts to stop the launch, their decades of guilt and the vital lessons that remain critical for NASA today.

The most unpredictable and hilarious musical improv show — "On the Spot: An Improvised Musical" — where every song, story, character, and laugh is made up on the spot based entirely on audience suggestions. Unlike traditional musicals that follow a script, this show blends comedy, music, and improvisational theater into a unique performance that never happens the same way twice. An experience that’s funnier than "Cats." National Comedy Theatre San Diego on Facebook / Instagram

Our annual Tea with the Sugar Plum Fairy is Sunday November 17th! Experience the enchantment of the Land of Sweets at PAW’s Nutcracker Tea, hosted by the Sugarplum Fairy and friends from the Performing Arts Workshop! Children of all ages are invited to dress up in their finest hats and enjoy a magical holiday date complete with a performance, treats, a meet and greet with the beloved Nutcracker characters, and a gift from the Sugar Plum Fairy! Children under 3 are free! Watch a captivating showcase featuring beloved characters like the Snow Queen, Dew Drop Fairy, Rat Queen, Marzipan, Coffee, and the Nutcracker. Attendees can engage in delightful conversations with the cast while enjoying a spread of tea and scrumptious desserts, see a dancing showcase by the sweets, take a picture with the characters, and receive a gift from the sugar plum fairy. This event offers a taste of the magic that awaits at the full Nutcracker performance in December. Don’t leave without getting a photograph with the cast! Fancy tea attire, gloves, and hats are heavily suggested. Kids under 3 are free! Visit: https://www.ticketleap.events/tickets/dancepaw/PAWsugartea25 Performing Arts Workshop on Instagram and Facebook

Create handmade holiday decorations that showcase the beauty around us and enjoy good cheer all around! Harvest your own toyon berries and leaves to string together into beautiful, natural garlands and create ornaments that celebrate archaeology and the beauty of stratigraphy. All materials will be provided. Tickets include two glasses of wine (non-alcoholic options also available). Ages 21+ only San Diego Archaeological Center on Facebook / Instagram

Black and Caribbean cosplayers are redefining what community looks like at New York Comic Con.

Enjoy a dinner inspired by the cuisine of Spain’s southern coast, Andalusia, curated by Chefs Tim Kolanko, Wesley Johnson, and Tony Coito. Indulge in a four-course prix fixe dinner and welcome bite. ARTIFACT+ CRAFT CAFÉ at Mingei on Instagram

Mission Valley is hosting a Small Business Saturday Holiday Showcase on Saturday, Nov. 29, from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. throughout the center. The event kicks off with a festive Santa’s Arrival Celebration at 10 a.m. featuring crafts (while supplies last), face painting and special appearances by beloved characters – including holiday favorites like Elf on the Shelf and Frosty the Snowman. The Showcase features a full day of local shopping and seasonal cheer. Guests can stroll through the Festive Farmers Market filled with locally sourced foods, evergreens and holiday goods from regional makers and farmers as well as an inspirational display from furniture store Greathouse. From noon to 5 p.m., visitors can stop by the Savor the Season Tasting Stations to sample delicious bites from Mission Valley’s favorite eateries, including NOVO Brazil Brewing, Mendocino Farms, Pesto Italian Craft Kitchen, sweetgreen, Mitri’s Delights and Havana Grill. Guests seeking distinctive, handcrafted gifts can browse the Hand-Made Holiday Boutique for unique items for everyone on their list. And at the Very Merry Showcase, attendees are invited to gather around the center’s tree (in the Nordstrom Rack Court, near Santa’s cabin) for live holiday music, keeping the energy high and the holiday joy flowing all day long. While at the center, families are encouraged to donate new or gently worn coats to benefit local families through the One Warm Coat initiative; coat donations can be made at the kiosk outside Footlocker and Tilly’s. Visitors may also enjoy the other festive holiday happenings at the center, including photos with Santa for pets and people in Santa’s beautifully decorated cabin in the Nordstrom Rack Court (across from Tender Greens).