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Free kitchen caddies back in stock
Carlsbad residents who haven’t picked up a free kitchen caddy yet can do so at two events this month. These small bins can be used to store leftover food scraps in the kitchen before placing in their green compost cart on collection day.
09/09/2022
Traffic safety projects reviewed
On Tuesday, our city’s Transportation Director gave an update to the City Council on the city’s efforts to ease traffic congestion and generally make it more convenient for people to get around Carlsbad in whatever way they want to do that. In a nutshell, that’s what we mean by “mobility.”
09/08/2022 12:47 PM
Library card sign-up month
Sept. 8 is International Literacy Day, and the City of Carlsbad works hard to advance literacy in our community through engaging programs that provide easy access to reading tools and resources at the Carlsbad City Library.
09/08/2022 8:00 AM
Officers arrest two for robbery at Daniel's Jewelers
On September 7, at 4:07 p.m., the City of Carlsbad Police Department responded to a report of an armed robbery that just occurred at Daniel’s Jewelers, located at 2525 El Camino Real.
09/07/2022
New exhibition at Cannon Art Gallery
The City of Carlsbad’s Cannon Art Gallery is opening a new exhibition on Saturday, Sept. 10, showcasing one-of-a-kind chairs and celebrating the beauty, function and possibilities found in something essential to our everyday lives.
09/06/2022 3:01 PM
Officers to conduct “Know Your Limit” – DUI Prevention Education Campaign
This Labor Day weekend, the City of Carlsbad Police Department will be conducting a “Know Your Limit” educational campaign from September 2 through September 5.
09/01/2022
Carlsbad City Library ends late fines
The Carlsbad City Library is eliminating late fines for overdue items that are returned to the library as part of its continuing efforts to ensure the library remains easy to use and accessible for everyone.
08/31/2022 7:00 PM
Heat warning in our region
With a potentially dangerous heat wave forecast to last through the weekend, safety officials are reminding residents to follow these tips to stay cool, especially those most vulnerable to heat related ailments. In addition to conserving energy and preparing for short power outages, please take thes
08/30/2022
Council ratifies local traffic safety emergency
The Carlsbad City Council voted to allocate $2 million in funding for immediate traffic safety efforts and ratified last week’s proclamation of local emergency, following an over 200% increase in collisions involving bikes and e-bikes since 2019.
08/30/2022
Homeless program results in 62 finding housing
The City of Carlsbad helped 62 people experiencing homelessness transition into permanent housing during the 2021-22 fiscal year.
08/29/2022 11:59 PM
Celebrating seniors in Carlsbad
Sunday was National Senior Citizens Day, designed to recognize seniors and all they have accomplished and contributed to our society. In Carlsbad, we don’t just recognize older adults once a year, we’ve developed some great strategies and programs to help meet their needs, enhance their lives and ce
08/25/2022
Local emergency declared
Citing a 233% increase in collisions involving bikes and e-bikes since 2019, the City of Carlsbad today declared a local state of emergency. This action will immediately increase attention and resources on a range of solutions including infrastructure, safety, enforcement and a focus on safe driving
08/23/2022 9:44 AM
Watch State of the City video
You can learn more about some of the Carlsbad’s major projects and initiatives from the past year, as well as what’s planned for the year ahead, by watching the 2022 State of the City video.
08/19/2022
Carlsbad crime lower than county average
The City of Carlsbad Police Department provided an update to the City Council Tuesday on the latest regional crime statistics, which show that Carlsbad’s violent crime rate remains lower than the county average, and property crimes have decreased 10% over the past five years, compared to 5% countywi
08/18/2022 11:11 AM
5 fun things to do with kids back in school
Summer is wrapping up in Carlsbad as three of the four school districts that operate in the city head back to school next week (the fourth started last week.) With kids starting a new routine, parents have a chance to explore some terrific City of Carlsbad programs and activities that help make Car
08/18/2022
New city hall update
Given rising construction costs and the change in office space needs resulting from the COVID-19 pandemic, the Carlsbad City Council reached an important milestone by unanimously approving a new hybrid approach to replacing the aging City Hall.
08/17/2022
Hoopla digital streaming now available
Access free streaming music, movies, TV, eBooks & eAudiobooks with your Carlsbad City Library card!
08/17/2022
Clean Energy Alliance growing
Four more North County Cities – Escondido, Oceanside, San Marcos and Vista – have joined the Clean Energy Alliance, a greener energy alternative that has been serving Carlsbad residents since May 2021.
08/16/2022
Fatal traffic collision between a motorcycle rider and bicyclist
On August 15, at approximately 1 p.m., the City of Carlsbad Police Department was notified about a traffic collision on Carlsbad Boulevard near Palomar Airport Road.
08/15/2022
City grants available
The City of Carlsbad is accepting applications for about $600,000 in grants to support certain agricultural, coastal or wetland restoration projects that enhance quality of life in Carlsbad.
08/11/2022 11:00 AM