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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.
06/09/2026
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.
05/26/2026
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.
05/22/2026 10:24 AM
Click It or Ticket
Campaign reminds Californians to always buckle up
05/20/2026
Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month
The City of Carlsbad Police Department is reminding drivers to always look twice for motorcycles.
05/07/2026
May is National Bicycle Safety Month
May is National Bicycle Safety Month, and the City of Carlsbad Police Department is urging everyone to be alert to keep bicyclists safe.
05/05/2026
Carlsbad Police arrest former dance instructor
Investigation remains ongoing
04/30/2026 5:30 PM
Bike safety month reminders
May is National Bicycle Safety Month, and with the beautiful weather in Carlsbad lately, more people are gearing up to explore Carlsbad on two wheels. Whether you are biking, walking or driving, please look out for each other on the road.
04/30/2026 10:24 AM
Police & Fire respond to incident at Sage Creek High School
No ongoing threat
04/23/2026 1:00 PM
National Prescription Drug Take Back Day 4/25
Carlsbad makes it easy to dispose of unwanted or expired medication all year long, including at a special event on Saturday, April 25 as part of National Prescription Drug Take Back Day.
04/21/2026 9:00 AM
New illegal fireworks ordinance adopted
Curbing illegal fireworks
04/16/2026 4:00 PM
April is National Distracted Driving Awareness Month
Drivers are urged to keep their eyes forward and hands on the wheel
04/03/2026
New e-bike laws start 3/26
Stronger e-bike safety laws will go into effect on March 26 in Carlsbad, following a 30-day public information campaign.
03/26/2026 7:06 PM
New ordinance to curb illegal fireworks
A new ordinance aims to address illegal fireworks by strengthening enforcement and improving public safety.
03/25/2026 4:53 PM
COPPS team launches
On Tuesday, the Carlsbad City Council approved the creation of a dedicated Community-Oriented Policing and Problem-Solving (COPPS) team, expanding the Carlsbad Police Department’s community-focused efforts.
03/25/2026
Carlsbad Police investigation targets illicit massage businesses
Carlsbad Police shuts down four massage spa businesses
03/18/2026 5:30 PM
Traffic collision investigation involving firearm discharge
Carlsbad Police Department officers responded to a traffic collision on Carlsbad Boulevard that involved a firearm discharge.
03/18/2026 11:00 AM
Tips to beat the heat
With a heat advisory in effect this week, safety officials are reminding residents to take extra precautions to stay cool, especially older adults, young children and others who may be more vulnerable to heat-related illness. Here are some tips to keep in mind
03/16/2026
Carlsbad Police and Carlsbad Unified School District Investigating Incident Involving Juveniles
Investigating Incident Involving Juveniles
03/07/2026 3:39 PM
Campus trespassing arrest
On March 4, 2026, an unauthorized individual entered the La Costa Canyon High School campus without permission.
03/06/2026 3:43 PM