New pedestrian bridge installed

A new pedestrian bridge was installed last Friday near the El Camino Real and Cannon Road intersection, an exciting milestone in a key project designed to improve pedestrian safety and help traffic flow more smoothly along one of Carlsbad’s busiest roads.

04/22/2022 11:40 AM

Two new citizens committees meeting

The city’s two newest citizens committees are both meeting this week to help address two important topics.

04/22/2022 9:23 AM

Prepare for earthquakes

Get tips, plans and other resources to make sure you are prepared for earthquakes and other emergencies

04/15/2022 7:04 AM

Staying safe at the beach

Many students in Carlsbad will be on spring break next week so it’s a good time to review some essential beach-safety tips. City of Carlsbad lifeguards have created these important reminders to help keep you healthy and safe while you’re enjoying our beautiful beaches.

04/13/2022 11:44 AM

Trail safety tips for springtime

With spring comes warmer temperatures and more opportunities to enjoy outdoor activities, like hiking some of the city’s beautiful and diverse trails. Just remember rattlesnakes, bees, coyotes and other wildlife are more active in springtime, too. Stay alert and follow these tips to stay safe while

04/06/2022 11:29 AM

Carlsbad Reads Together kicks off during National Library Week

April 3-9, is National Library Week, and the theme this year is “Connect with Your Library.” The City of Carlsbad is making it fun and easy with its 2022 Carlsbad Reads Together, an annual program that brings community members together and encourages them to read the same book selection.

03/30/2022 1:00 PM

Five Carlsbad trails with the best views

Have you been enjoying the extra hour of daylight since the time changed last week? If you're looking for outdoor activities to maximize those lighter evenings, here’s a roundup of city trails that offer beautiful views (listed in order of the easiest hikes to the most challenging.)

03/16/2022 1:07 PM

Carlsbad Boulevard and Tamarack Avenue improvements

The City of Carlsbad is moving forward with design work for a project that will improve walking, biking and traffic flow along the coast around Carlsbad Boulevard and Tamarack Avenue.

03/11/2022 4:47 PM

A Ballad of Love & Glory: A discussion featuring author Reyna Grande

03/04/2022 11:12 AM

Sign up for spring and summer camps

If you’re looking for ways for your kids to stay active and engaged this spring break and summer, the City of Carlsbad is offering some safe, fun activities including spring and summer camps, swim lessons and weekly classes for adult and youth.

03/03/2022

Temporary closure at Tamarack and Valley

A gas line is being repaired by SDG&E near the corner of Tamarack and Valley. Residents in the area are being asked to stay indoors until the work is complete. The City of Carlsbad Fire Department is on the scene as a precaution. Valley and Magnolia schools have been notified

02/22/2022 11:21 AM

Commission selects new district map

The City of Carlsbad’s Independent Redistricting Commission has selected a new City Council district map, which will determine the neighborhoods grouped together for the purpose of electing a City Council member starting this November.

02/18/2022 4:32 PM

City Manager's Update, Feb. 17, 2022

This week, in addition to sharing the latest on our still-improving COVID-19 numbers, I’ll update you on the following news happening this week in Carlsbad: Decision on new housing sites will come after impacts are analyzed; Carlsbad on track with habitat goals; By phone or by app, we’re here

02/17/2022

Update - Investigators do not believe bicycle collision was caused by an associated vehicle

Update - At this time, based on evidence and witness statements, accident investigators do not believe the collision was caused by an associated vehicle or was a hit and run.

02/11/2022

Library program encourages 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten

The Carlsbad City Library is offering an easy, fun and free program for young children and their parents to help put kids on an early path to academic success.

02/01/2022 2:00 PM

Stay fit, manage stress or learn something new in the new year

If you’re looking for ways to stay active and engaged this winter and spring, the City of Carlsbad is offering some safe, fun and exciting programs for people of all ages. Our Winter/Spring Community Services Guide is now available for online viewing and registration.

12/29/2021 9:32 AM

GiftCarlsbad returns for the holidays

You can shop local and earn rewards while you support Carlsbad restaurants and businesses this holiday season with the return of GiftCarlsbad. Like last year, shoppers can purchase digital gift cards and earn bonus gift cards in pretty substantial amounts, dependin

11/22/2021 4:38 PM

City Manager's Update, Nov. 24, 2021

Coming to you one day early this week due to the Thanksgiving Day holiday. As a result, not much new to report on the COVID front (county data comes out Wednesday evenings), but lots of other updates as we head into the holiday:

11/18/2021

Helo Announcement System

When the San Diego County Sheriff's helicopter (ASTREA) joins us for a search, the Police Department often gets questions about what is being announced on the PA system. To help with this, we have partnered with the SDSO’s Auto Helo System.

09/28/2021 2:41 PM

Preventing catalytic converter theft

Catalytic converter theft is still on the rise nationwide and in Carlsbad. Why? Because of the valuable metals inside the converter that can be sold. At this point, you probably know someone that has had their catalytic converter stolen. What is the most targeted car? Toyota Prius. Yet, that is not

09/16/2021