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Tuesday, August 19th, 2025
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Good morning, Escondido. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 19th of August.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A San Diego woman, 33-year-old Kandilaria Freeman, was arrested on suspicion of murder after a man was fatally stabbed at the Escondido Transit Center on Saturday — officers arrived at about 8 a.m., provided first aid, and the man later died at Palomar Medical Center. CBS8
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ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ San Diego County's 2025 tax roll showed that property assessments reached a record $806 billion, with Vista at $18.24 billion and San Marcos at $19.98 billion, reflecting gains over last year. County officials said the record tax roll brought an extra $7.73 billion in revenue to support local schools, libraries and public safety—ensuring steady funding for key services. The Vista Press
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ City Hall will be closed to the public every third Thursday for staff training days—so residents must use online services to handle their tasks. The office remains open Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. City of Escondido
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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.
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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.
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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.
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