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When a police officer is found dead in her home with a bullet between her eyes, who investigates?

Both Ciara Estrada and her boyfriend were San Diego police officers. They went with friends to a New Year’s Eve party. Pictures from that night show the smiling couple. The next day, Ciara was dead … discovered on her bathroom floor with her gun in her lap.

Her own department investigated the death and quickly ruled it a suicide. Investigators, who were her colleagues, made no arrests. Identified no suspects.

But her family says there’s more to her story – tragic circumstances that should have prompted a more thorough investigation. They don’t think the police dug deep enough into the death of one of their own.

The legendary jazz saxophonist, who revolutionized the art of improvisation, died Monday at his home in Woodstock, N.Y.

If you’re looking for fellowship but can’t make it in person to OMA, join our Virtual Art Share series from home or wherever you are with refreshments of your choice, and enjoy some conversation with fellow artists! Sculptors, painters, photographers, and artists of all disciplines are welcome. Take part in this conversation via a computer, tablet, or smartphone. How to Participate: Email your file (JPEG or PNG) to Theo, dehartt+artshare@gmail.com, with "OMA Virtual Art Share” in the subject line of your email. This online event is hosted on Zoom, join the meeting here. Meeting ID: 884 8509 1576 Content Advisory: This is a supportive peer group for artists of all experience levels, engaging with a broad range of subject matter, including but not limited to: artificial intelligence, anime, landscapes, various forms of sculpture, photography, portraiture, figurative work, LGBTQ themes, sexuality, politics, and war. Because the artwork and discussions may include mature or sensitive content, participants under the age of 18 must either be accompanied by a parent or guardian or have explicit guardian permission to attend. If any participant—adult or underage—prefers to avoid potentially triggering content, we are happy to accommodate by scheduling their presentation earlier in the session to allow for a timely and respectful departure. Visit: oma-online.org/artist-alliance/ Oceanside Museum of Art on Facebook / Instagram

The program has several initiatives under its umbrella beyond recruitment, including a grant writing course, mentorship training, and a program to "build a more respectful scientific culture."

Medi-Cal cuts will strain hospitals already operating at a loss. The fallout: fewer services and higher costs for the privately insured too.

The online outcry over the renaming of a summer festival illustrates the unease over the data center boom in the South.

Artist Alliance members, along with their guests, are welcome to engage in a group art share and critique, aimed at fostering professional growth. Not yet part of the alliance? No worries, you can join either before the event or on-site! Ticket Prices: Artist Alliance Member: Free Oceanside Museum of Art on Facebook / Instagram

Last year, Trump dismissed Biden-appointed Kennedy Center board members and replaced them with loyalists. A new filing by the Center's lawyers reveals how its board of trustees makes decisions.

Little Fish Comic Savvy: FEATURING ZACH NORRIS SIGNING! Meanwhile, at Little Fish Comic Book Studio… As always, you can look forward to the promise of comics, good conversation, and of course donuts! Our large library of comic books and graphic novels has just about a little of everything for everyone, so please feel free to peruse our stacks. We also have a large amount of free comic books and graphic novels for attendees to go through and take home. And did we mention that this event is FREE! This special Comic Savvy will feature Zach Norris, writer and lover of comics and Hip Hop, who will be signing copies of his zine CREAM. Zach can also be found sharing his passion for comics at Now or Never Comics. Feel free to bring friends, family, and of course delicious snacks if you’re so inclined. Pooches are welcome too! We have plenty of parking in the parking lot behind the studio. WHO: You! WHAT: Little Fish Comic Savvy! WHEN: Saturday, April 18, 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. WHERE: Little Fish Comic Book Studio, 6822B El Cajon BLVD., San Diego, CA 92115 https://www.lilfish.us/ Little Fish Comic Book Studio on Facebook / Instagram