Good morning, Escondido.

Escondido Police Department invites residents to join National Night Out at Grape Day Park on Tuesday, August 5 from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. The free event will feature a bike rodeo, safety demonstrations, community resources, contests and entertainment — a joint effort with the city and local public safety teams.

Two inmates serving life sentences for high-profile crimes in San Diego County were denied parole on Wednesday—Rustad for three years and Asora for five years—after new parole law changes affected their eligibility.

On July 31, Palomar College EMT students attended hands-on pediatric emergency training at Rady Children's Hospital to learn IV insertion, airway management, neonatal resuscitation and intraosseous drill techniques using simulated eggs—methods designed to help treat very sick infants. The course, part of a 10-year partnership with the hospital and other local agencies, has helped train more than 2,000 EMT and paramedic students in pediatric emergency care.

On July 31, the Athletics traded star closer Mason Miller and starting pitcher J.P.

Sears to the Padres for four players including shortstop prospect Leodalis De Vries and pitchers Braden Nett, Henry Báez and Eduarniel Nuñez — ESPN reported.

On the On Friar podcast, A.J.

Preller explained that the Padres will aim for a World Series in 2025 while keeping Dylan Cease and Robert Suarez and adding Mason Miller along with Ryan O'Hearn and Ramon Laureano to strengthen the lineup—panelists also detailed his deadline haul.

Marisela Concert

6-9 p.m. — Pala Casino Spa Resort — Tickets available — Experience the enchanting sounds of Marisela, a celebrated figure in pop music since the 1980s.

Paint & Sip Experience

11:30 a.m. — Kettle On Grand — Beverage included — Unleash your inner artist while painting with friends in a creative atmosphere.

Debuts: Contemporary Ballet Show

7:30-10:30 p.m. — California Center for the Arts, Escondido — Ticket info TBA — Experience captivating world premieres from notable choreographers in a groundbreaking ballet presentation.

The Mamas and Papas Experience

7-8:30 p.m. — The Grand | Ritz Theater — Ticketed event — Relive the flower power era with music from The Mamas & The Papas and other iconic songs.

Whitney Shay at The Centre

6-9:30 p.m. — The Centre — Free venue parking — Enjoy a night of soul and blues under the stars with Whitney Shay and friends.