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What’s open, what’s closed on Presidents Day
City offices will be closed on Monday, Feb. 16 in observance of Presidents Day.
02/09/2026 1:00 AM
Assault suspect arrested
The Carlsbad Police Department has arrested a male suspect believed to be responsible for several assaults targeting women at the Calavera Preserve over the past few weeks.
01/30/2026 10:00 PM
Local emergency ratified
Carlsbad City Council ratifies storm-related local emergency to expedite storm drain repairs near coastal bluffs and protect public safety
01/14/2026 4:09 PM
Drive safe this holiday season
National “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” enforcement campaign begins Dec. 12
12/24/2025 9:00 AM
Holiday traffic safety tips
Whether you’re driving, walking or biking, here are some easy ways you can help keep our street safe for everyone.
12/17/2025 9:54 AM
Police respond to reported threat at La Costa Meadows Elementary School
On Thursday, Dec. 11, at approximately 10:48 a.m., the Carlsbad Police Department and the San Diego County Sheriff’s Office responded to La Costa Meadows Elementary School, after school staff reported finding a concerning note that suggested a potential threat to the campus
12/11/2025 4:05 PM
DUI Checkpoint Dec. 12
The City of Carlsbad Police Department will conduct a driving under the influence (DUI) Checkpoint on Friday, December 12, from 6 p.m. to 2 a.m. at an undisclosed location in the city.
12/09/2025
Annual report on homelessness
The city is making steady progress in its efforts to reduce homelessness and its impact on the community
12/04/2025 3:45 PM
New e-bike safety rules
New e-bike safety measures are coming to Carlsbad soon, including a minimum age of 12 for riding e-bikes and rules to strengthen and clarify Carlsbad’s existing e-bike laws. The city will launch a 30-day public information campaign in the new year to raise awareness of the new laws.
12/03/2025 4:02 PM
Carlsbad Police receive state traffic safety grant
Office of Traffic Safety awards $185,000 grant to the Carlsbad Police Department for traffic enforcement program to increase safety on roads
12/03/2025
Proposed e-bike safety measures
New e-bike safety measures, including adopting a minimum age of 12 for riding e-bikes, will go before the City Council next Tuesday, Dec. 2. The recommendations are coming from staff and the city’s Traffic Safety & Mobility Commission.
12/01/2025 8:50 AM
E-bike minimum age
On Tuesday, Dec. 2, the City Council will consider new e-bike safety measures, including adopting a minimum age of 12 for riding e-bikes in line with Assembly Bill 2234.
11/20/2025 10:27 AM
Holiday shopping safety tips
Holiday shopping safety tips — in stores, online and at home
11/18/2025
National Teen Driver Safety Week
Parents are key to keeping kids safe behind the wheel.
10/21/2025
National Prescription Drug Take Back Day 10/25
Carlsbad makes it easy to dispose of unwanted or expired medication all year long, including at a special event on Saturday, Oct. 25 as part of National Prescription Drug Take Back Day.
10/21/2025
Driver arrested following fatal collision
Carlsbad Police responded to a collision involving a vehicle and a pedestrian.
10/17/2025 5:30 PM
National Pedestrian Safety Month
October is National Pedestrian Safety Month and drivers are urged to slow down and be alert for pedestrians.
10/16/2025
Arrest in large-scale retail theft case
Carlsbad Police investigation leads to arrest in large-scale retail theft case
10/07/2025
National Walk and Roll to School Day 10/8
National Walk and Roll to School Day is October 8
10/07/2025
Enforcement addressing living in vehicles
Police shared early results of proactive enforcement efforts since the City Council updated a city law in March 2025 to prohibit camping in vehicles in public spaces such as parks, beaches and city-owned property and parking lots.
10/02/2025 5:57 PM