Good morning, Escondido.

UC San Diego seismologist Alice Gabriel and colleagues from the University of Texas at Austin and Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory won the 2025 Association for Computing Machinery Gordon Bell Prize last week for creating a real-time tsunami monitoring prototype that uses a digital twin of the Cascadia subduction zone—cutting calculation time from decades to less than a second to speed up warnings.

Dehesa parents asked for answers after learning the school district had already hired the school board president’s daughter, Stacey Howe, as student information and compliance specialist even though her appointment effective Dec.

1 was listed on Tuesday’s agenda for transparency. Superintendent Bradley Johnson said Howe converted from a substitute role once her 60-day limit ended—critics argue the process sidestepped proper conflict‑of‑interest rules.

Meteorologists say La Niña will bring heavy rain, high winds, and flooding to Northern California while Southern California faces warm, dry weather that increases fire risk and the Central Valley sees mixed conditions including fog that could hurt farms.

Residents are urged to secure their homes and prepare emergency kits—ensuring they are ready for the season's changes.

On Tuesday, a federal immigration judge delayed Norberto Ambrosio Sr.'s immigration case—owner of Just Peachy Market in Leucadia—pushing his next hearing to May 19 and giving him time to update his cancellation-of-removal application.

His family and community supporters showed relief as they gathered outside the courthouse while waiting for the next court session.

Thousands of registered nurses and 127 other healthcare professionals at Sharp Healthcare are striking today from 7 a.m. until Saturday at 7 a.m., demanding better pay, improved sick leave policies and adequate staffing—Sharp said it is negotiating a new contract to maintain patient care.

SDFC won a match at Snapdragon Stadium in front of a soldout hometown crowd—advancing the team to the MLS Western Conference Final.

International Ballet Stars

2-3:30 p.m. — California Center for the Arts, Escondido — Ticket prices vary — Experience an enchanting afternoon of dance featuring talented ballet performers.

Holiday Wreath Workshop

11:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. — Domaine Artefact Vineyard & Winery — $80.00 — Craft custom holiday wreaths with fresh greenery and enjoy winery views.

World Ballet Company - The Nutcracker

7:00 – 8:30 PM — California Center for the Arts, Escondido — $60.00 - $138.00 — Experience a timeless holiday classic where dreams and reality blend in a magical ballet journey.

Golden State Ballet Presents The Nutcracker

2:00 – 3:30 PM — California Center for the Arts, Escondido — Ticket prices vary — Experience the magic of the season with a classic ballet performance.

A Charlie Brown Christmas 5K/10K

7:00 AM - 11:59 PM — Kit Carson Park — $42.95+ — Celebrate 60 years of 'A Charlie Brown Christmas' with family-friendly runs and festive activities.

City Ballet's The Nutcracker

2:00 – 3:30 PM — California Center for the Arts, Escondido — Ticket details unavailable — Experience the magic of the classic holiday ballet with City Ballet of San Diego.

The Nutcracker by City Ballet

7:30-9 p.m. — California Center for the Arts, Escondido — Tickets required — Experience the magic of the holiday season with this timeless ballet performance.

City Ballet of San Diego's The Nutcracker

7:30-9 p.m. — California Center for the Arts, Escondido — Ticket prices vary — Experience the holiday classic brought to life in a magical ballet performance.