Safety enhancements are underway on crosswalks along Carlsbad Boulevard, an area that is a hot spot for injury collisions.
01/04/2024 6:00 PM
Being close to the beach is one of the main reasons people love living in Carlsbad, and since the late 1980s, thousands come every day to walk on the Carlsbad Sea Wall. By “Sea Wall,” I mean what most people refer to as the “lower sea wall,” the serpentine path along the sand between Pine
12/29/2023 3:41 PM
For my last update of 2023, I will continue with an emphasis on keeping our community safe, on the road and off, plus share some backstory about a walk along the beach many of you have taken a thousand times.
12/28/2023
The following school fields will be temporarily closed so the Carlsbad Unified School District can complete maintenance and improvement projects during the winter break:
12/26/2023
The city’s Cultural Arts Office is kicking off the planning process for new public art that will be located at the Chestnut Avenue I-5 underpass.
12/22/2023 6:35 PM
When you’re ready to pack up your holiday decorations, the City of Carlsbad and Republic Services are making it easy to recycle your Christmas tree and help the environment.
12/21/2023
Our rainy season has been relatively mild so far, but that may be about to change. The latest forecasts suggest a series of storms could bring significant rain over the next few weeks – and possibly longer.
12/20/2023
Reports of graffiti in November were up 52% over this time last year. Historically, the city sees more graffiti in November, when it gets dark earlier and schools are on Thanksgiving break. But this November the city saw an even bigger increase.
12/15/2023 8:45 AM
Last week, the City Council voted to authorize the Mayor to contact pilots directly if they do not honor Palomar-McClellan Airport’s voluntary quiet hours.
12/15/2023
The city budget details where the money comes from to fund city services and the spending plan for that money in the year ahead.
12/15/2023
On Dec. 13, at 9:20 p.m., the City of Carlsbad Police Department responded to a report of a vehicle collision on Alga Road between El Fuerte Street and Xana Way. Additional callers reported hearing gunfire.
12/14/2023
On Dec. 12, 2023, at 3:30 p.m., the City of Carlsbad Police Department responded to the intersection of Chestnut Avenue and Highland Drive regarding a vehicle that had struck a pedestrian and fled the scene. Upon arrival, officers found a 15-year-old female pedestrian with serious injuries.
12/14/2023
City Council decided Tuesday to keep all City Council members in their existing assignments for City Council committees and the boards of regional agencies that handle issues such as public transit, water and public safety. The City Council also voted to keep City Council Member Priya Bhat-Patel as
12/13/2023 5:56 PM
The City of Carlsbad will host nine free summer concerts in 2024, following the City Council’s review of the 2023 season and feedback from community members.
12/13/2023
Carlsbad may not get snow, but this week’s forecast calls for flurries of holiday traffic and swells of shoppers.
12/12/2023
Were you lucky enough to unwrap a new e-bike or e-scooter for the holidays? Follow these top five tips to stay safe while enjoying your new ride.
12/12/2023
Trash and food waste increase up to 25 percent during the holiday season. As the holidays draw near, the City of Carlsbad is sharing tips to make your celebrations more sustainable.
12/11/2023 4:05 PM
Holiday package theft is unfortunately common, especially during the festive season when people order gifts online and get them delivered to their door. As this holiday season begins, the Police Department is joining forces with the community to prevent package theft.
12/10/2023
Fun fact: one of the best places to spot wildlife in Carlsbad is also one of the most surprising. That’s because it’s tucked behind a busy road and next to one of our most popular areas for shopping.
12/08/2023 5:41 PM
With holiday parties ramping up, it’s an important time to plan ahead, so everyone gets home safely.
12/08/2023 12:07 PM