North County Transit District's Holiday Express is welcoming around 11,000 people onboard for two sold-out weekends of holiday cheer.

The Encinitas Ballet will present its annual performance of “The Nutcracker” on Dec. 13, offering a holiday tradition featuring local dancers.

Carlsbad elected officials say homelessness prevention will need to play a larger role in the solution moving forward.

Michael Hobbs, who spent the past nine years leading El Camino High School’s football program, is stepping down as head coach.