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A former police chief and convicted killer known as the "Devil in the Ozarks" was captured by law enforcement 1.5 miles from the prison he escaped from following a nearly two-week-long manhunt.

This Galentine’s Day, gather your circle of friends for an evening of Chick Flick and Chill at The Shores Restaurant’s lawn space on Thursday, February 13, 2025, from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Set against the relaxed, beachfront backdrop of La Jolla Shores, this experience offers the perfect setting for an evening of laughter, bonding, and seaside luxury. Indulge in a gourmet charcuterie board filled with savory delights, a bottle of champagne to toast your friendship, and a cozy private firepit to gather around. Guests will also enjoy a sweet s’mores kit for toasting over the fire and a feel-good chick flick starting at 6 p.m. under the stars. The experience, priced at $400 per firepit, accommodates up to six guests and includes all the essentials for the ultimate GNO. Visit: https://www.opentable.com/booking/experiences-availability?rid=17650&restref=17650&experienceId=414017&utm_source=external&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=shared The Shores Restaurant on Instagram and Facebook

Choral music carries a legacy of centuries of history into the present. It’s common for choral programs to feature works spanning five or even six centuries, alongside compositions by living composers. In this program, SACRA/PROFANA will explore our rich choral heritage, performing beloved historical masterpieces and pairing them with some of the luminaries of contemporary choral music. Visit: https://www.sacraprofana.org/event-details/windows SACRA/PROFANA on Instagram and Facebook

The City of Carlsbad is bringing back the past at the Hot Rods & Cool Treats carnival and classic car show. Grab the family and come on out for some good old-fashioned fun. It’s an old-fashioned carnival at Pine Avenue Park with activities for the young and young at heart. Test your game skills in Can-Knock-Down, Ring Toss, Frog Hopper, and more. Enjoy crafts, face painting, and a Fun Zone. Build your own sundae at the ice cream bar and vote on your favorite car in the classic car show. Enjoy live music covering decades of sounds. Carnival tickets, food, and drinks are available for purchase at the event. How to enter your car: Cars are eligible to win in only one category. Entries will be limited to automobiles 25 years old or older, no buses or semi-trailer rigs. All participants will receive an event collectors dash plate. Awards will be given out in 11 categories: Best of show Best interior Best paint Best wooden car/wagon Most original car Kids’ choice Spectator’s choice Oldest car Best custom graphics Best muscle car Best convertible There is a maximum of 30 cars for this event. Entries will be taken in the order received. Entries must be received no later than Thursday, May 8, 2025. Visit: https://www.carlsbadca.gov/departments/parks-recreation/programs-and-events/special-events/hot-rods-cool-treats

With one surprise attack after another, Ukraine keeps inventing new ways to wage war with drones. In turn, Russia is building a massive drone army of its own.

The City of Carlsbad’s popular EGGstravaganza Spring Festival returns. This annual spring event features Carlsbad’s largest egg hunt, an ongoing egg scramble where kids race to collect candy-filled eggs. Don't forget to bring your basket! Face-painting, crafts, cookie decorating, a fun zone, soak the bunny and more. Food and beverages are available for purchase. Activity cards and wristbands can be purchased in advance or at the event to enjoy the activities and fun zone. No registration is needed to attend this event. How the egg scramble works The egg scramble is ongoing from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. or until eggs run out. To keep the scramble fun for all ages, one field will be designated for children ages 6 and over who want to race for their eggs, and an identical one will be for children ages 5 and under. There is also a noncompetitive field for young children, children with special needs, and for families wanting to pose for a photo opportunity. To avoid lines during the event, $8 activity cards and $8 unlimited inflatables wristbands can be purchased in advance at city community centers. The cards can be divided among multiple children for all the activities; however, wristbands are per person. Both can be purchased at these locations Monday through Friday, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.: Calavera Hills Community Center, 2997 Glasgow Drive Stagecoach Community Center, 3420 Camino de los Coches Alga Norte Aquatics Center, 6565 Alicante Road Pine Avenue Community Center, 3209 Harding St. Event may modify or cancel due to inclement weather. Visit: https://www.carlsbadca.gov/departments/parks-recreation/programs-and-events/special-events/eggstravaganza

Stanley Nelson, the editor of a small-town weekly newspaper in Louisiana, exposed secrets about unsolved murders by the Ku Klux Klan. Nelson died this week at the age of 69.

A new poll of likely California voters, shows presidential candidate Kamala Harris underperforming in a state where she and president Joe Biden won handily four years ago. In other news, in the South Bay, where many residents have close ties to immigrant communities, voting isn’t just about civic duty, it’s a chance to make their voices heard in a system they say often overlooks them. Plus, San Diego is holding a virtual open house to collect input on how to improve street safety.

Enjoy pirate themed pool activities and games during the City of Carlsbad’s annual Pirate Plunge event. Come dressed in a swimsuit and enjoy the swashbuckling activities which include diving for treasure, ship raider race, walking the plank, and other fun pool activities and floating obstacles. The Splash Pad will also be open for the little ones. Dry activities include a pirate ship slide, a photo op and a treasure hunt where children will have the chance to follow a map around the decks collecting treasure along the way. Tickets are $15 per person and kids ages 3 and under are free but still need to be registered. Pick up your wristbands in advance at Alga Norte Aquatic Center during the week before the event, to avoid lines. Food will be available for purchase. For safety reasons, only pool noodles and US Coastguard approved floatation devices are allowed in the pool. Visit: https://www.carlsbadca.gov/departments/parks-recreation/programs-and-events/special-events/pirate-plunge

Get Lucky With Us This St. Paddy’s Day! Bring your crew, wear your green and get ready for a day full of green drinks, shamrocks, and epic bar-hopping fun— let's make this St. Patrick’s Day unforgettable! Click GOING On The Facebook Event So You Don't Miss Updates Here's What You Get: Join The Luckiest Crawl of the Year 2-3 Drinks Or Shots Included No Cover At All Bars, Mid Party, & After Party Crawl With US Stadium Party Cup and Bottle Opener Lanyard Green & Gold Beads Exclusive Drink Specials Food Specials at Select Venues Professional Photographers Awesome After Party Custom St Patrick's Day Bar Crawl Badge With Vouchers Access To Our San Diego Pub Crawl Map Get tickets NOW before prices go up! _______________________________________ Get ready to experience the ultimate St. Paddy’s Day celebration! On March 15, join us for an unforgettable bar crawl filled with green drinks, shamrocks, and non-stop fun! We’ll be hopping between the best bars in San Diego, enjoying exclusive drink specials, festive giveaways, and all the lively energy of St. Patrick’s Day. Gather your crew, don your green, and get ready for a day packed with good times and great company. Whether you're sipping on Irish whiskey, clinking glasses of green beer, or dancing to festive tunes, this crawl is the perfect way to make the most of St. Paddy’s Day. From the first pint to the last toast, it’s going to be a day of good cheer, new friends, and unforgettable memories. Don’t miss out on San Diego's best St. Patrick’s Day event of the year! _______________________________________ VOUCHERS Vouchers Are Only Valid At The Venues Posted Below! GREEN VOUCHER = VOUCHER ITEM @ TBA 4 p.m. - 6 p.m. YELLOW VOUCHER = VOUCHER ITEM @ TBA 7 p.m. - p.m. RED VOUCHER = VOUCHER ITEM @ TBA 10 p.m. - 12 a.m. _______________________________________ CHECK IN 4 p.m. - 6 p.m. CRAWL LOCATIONS 4 p.m. - 10 p.m. MID PARTY 7 p.m. - 9 p.m. AFTER PARTY 10 p.m. - 12 a.m. _______________________________________ 100% CANCELLATION REFUND GUARANTEE: If the event is cancelled for any reason, all tickets will be refunded in full! No vouchers, no credits, just your money back in your bank! Guaranteed! _______________________________________ FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS https://www.crawlwith.us/faq _______________________________________ DON’T DRINK AND DRIVE We Highly Suggest Using Uber or Lyft To And From The Bar Crawl! _______________________________________ ㉑ ATTENDEES MUST BE 21+ ㉑ Due to the nature of our events, all attendees must be 21+ with a valid government issued ID. Visit: The Official Lucky's St Patrick's Day Bar Crawl - San Diego