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- 06/16/2026 6:00 PM
Adopted budget prioritizes safety, infrastructure
Carlsbad City Council adopts balanced 2026-27 budget
- 06/12/2026 12:04 PM
Help shape veterans recognition
Earlier this year, the City Council formed an ad hoc Veterans Memorial Park Veterans Recognition Subcommittee to gather input from veterans, nonprofit veteran organizations and community members on ways to recognize veterans at the park.
- 06/11/2026 6:00 PM
City Manager's Update, June 11, 2026
This week, I’ll update you on the action the City Council took on Tuesday to advance our proactive Wildfire Mitigation Plan.
- 06/11/2026
Recording available: Fraud prevention with AARP's Scam Jam Tour
In partnership with AARP California, Carlsbad City Library hosted the Scam Jam Tour in the Ruby G. Schulman Auditorium on June 5 for an interactive session focused on recognizing, preventing and reporting fraud. A recording of the event is available through June 30.
- 06/11/2026
Carlsbad takes proactive steps to address potential fire risk
On Tuesday, the Carlsbad City Council received the first phase of the city’s Wildfire Mitigation Plan and approved using that information to develop a comprehensive Community Wildfire Protection Plan.
- 06/10/2026 3:00 PM
Three arrested following investigation into Jeep thefts
Increased vehicle thefts of newer-model Jeeps reported across the county.
- 06/09/2026
DUI checkpoint scheduled for June 12
Carlsbad Police Department will conduct a driving under the influence (DUI) Checkpoint on Friday, June 12, from 6 p.m. to 2 a.m. at an undisclosed location in the city.
- 06/04/2026 6:00 PM
City Manager's Update, June 4, 2026
If you’ve headed north on El Camino Real between College and Jackspar recently, you’re probably noticing traffic flowing more smoothly.
- 06/02/2026 2:17 PM
Chestnut underpass public art
The Carlsbad City Council will consider approving the final design for public art at the Chestnut Avenue I-5 underpass on Tuesday, June 9.
- 06/01/2026 4:00 PM
Fix, reuse and grow
A special Fixit Clinic is coming to Dove Library on Saturday, June 13, with a theme that connects everyday repairs with simple ways to support your home and garden.
- 06/01/2026 9:00 AM
Carlsbad beaches recognized
Three Carlsbad beaches earned a spot on Heal the Bay’s 2025-26 Beach Report Card Honor Roll, recognizing beaches with excellent water quality year-round.
- 05/28/2026 5:30 PM
City Manager's Update, May 28, 2026
There’s a lot to celebrate in Carlsbad with graduation season here and our TGIF Concerts in the Park series just around the corner.
- 05/28/2026 2:01 PM
Library catalog maintenance
Some online services will be temporarily unavailable during scheduled system maintenance starting at 9 p.m. on June 3.
- 05/28/2026
Poinsettia Lane sewer upgrades
Workers will soon start a project to improve sewer capacity and reliability.
- 05/26/2026
Tips for a safe graduation season
Graduation season brings big celebrations and new beginnings, and it’s also a great time to share a few reminders to help keep our community safe in the weeks ahead.
- 05/22/2026 10:24 AM
New e-bike laws - warning period ends
The 60-day warning period for the new e-bike safety laws will end on May 25, which is Memorial Day. While officers will continue to focus on education, people who break the new laws could begin to receive citations.
- 05/21/2026 5:30 PM
City Manager's Update, May 21, 2026
I’ve got several important updates to share as we head into Memorial Day weekend. First, at Tuesday’s City Council meeting, staff presented the proposed budget for the next fiscal year beginning July 1
- 05/20/2026
Click It or Ticket
Campaign reminds Californians to always buckle up
- 05/19/2026 1:00 PM
Sustainable Carlsbad Newsletter
Fixit Clinic, Climate Action Plan, sustainability tips and more
- 05/19/2026 8:00 AM
Summer Reading Adventure
Plant a Seed, Read. Grow your summer reading starting June 1.