Good morning, Escondido.

Air France will begin nonstop service between San Diego International and Paris’ Charles de Gaulle Airport on May 3, 2027.

The Airbus A350 flight will run three times weekly on Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays, offering Southern California travelers direct access to Europe and boosting regional travel.

Tropical Storm Rachel is expected to bring heavy rain, strong winds, and possible flooding this weekend to Escondido so local officials advise residents to prepare for travel delays.

The Mission Trails Regional Park Foundation approved nearly $1 million to replace unstable wooden steps with natural stone on the South Fortuna Trail at Mission Trails Regional Park, aiming to improve drainage, reduce erosion & restore native habitat for over 60,000 annual hikers.

Escondido Police Department received a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety today to fund its Bicyclist and Pedestrian Safety Program.

The funding will support helmet inspections, school outreach, and Open Streets events until September 2027 (boosting safe road habits in our community).

San Diego agencies are preparing for Tropical Storm Rachel, which may bring heavy rain, strong winds and coastal flooding starting Saturday night with warnings in effect until Tuesday.

Officials are cleaning storm drains & staging equipment while distributing sandbags and urging residents to secure property and avoid flooded streets.

Ahead of expected high winds and coastal flooding, the county, Cal Fire, and several cities offer free sandbags to help residents and businesses prepare for rain starting Wednesday morning in San Diego County.

Check local Escondido stations (sandbags available at select fire stations) and call ahead to confirm supply.

The Padres’ season ended on Oct.

7 and the team now faces tough decisions with free agents and contract options amid a looming MLB lockout. New owners may work quickly to sign key players + adjust the roster as they aim to keep postseason hopes alive.