Good morning, Escondido.

The Mushchenko family left Ukraine in 2022 after war began near Kiev and built new lives in San Diego County—Oksana works as a teacher's assistant while her two sons, 16 and 8, watch local news about the conflict.

Escondido police arrested Kandilaria Freeman on August 16th for the murder of an adult man who was found bleeding at the Transit Center at 700 W Valley Pkwy—officers responded quickly, provided first aid, and fire paramedics transported the victim to Palomar Medical Center where he was pronounced dead, and Freeman, a 33-year-old San Diego resident, was booked on murder charges and placed on a no bail hold for a probation violation.

Families in Escondido reported that three memorials along Broadway and Country Club Lane were vandalized—flowers, crosses and lights were removed and damaged—and they plan to install cameras to prevent future incidents.

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.