Good morning, Escondido.

Today, police in Escondido are running a DUI checkpoint from 6 p.m. to 1 a.m. and the California Highway Patrol is managing a similar checkpoint in Valley Center at an undisclosed time—both actions target impaired drivers.

Padres starting pitcher Michael King has been placed on the 15-day Injured List with left-knee inflammation and will not pitch today at Dodger Stadium against the Dodgers; the team recalled Randy Vasquez from Triple-A El Paso to start in his place.

The Padres reached first place in the NL West for the first time in 15 years when they pummeled Bob Melvin’s former club — they will face a crucial series at Dodger Stadium this weekend while the On Friar podcast offers analysis on strong pitching and a recent injury update for one scheduled starter.

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.