📰 News Highlights

Carlsbad Police Consider Expanding Drone System  

Drones have been having success and supporting officers in multiple ways over the years. So much so that Carlsbad is now thinking about expanding their program to allow drones to be the first responder at the scene. Currently drones are deployed once an officer arrives at the scene. By allowing drones to be first responders they can take off from atop of buildings and begin transmitting footage before officers arrive. Drones currently help search for evidence, suspects, lost individuals, pinpoint traffic incidents and more. In fact in 2025 alone, the Carlsbad drones have been used for at least 123 hours to support officers. 

The department is currently gathering information about needs and costs of implementing this system. Especially since the system has seen success in Chula Vista, where it takes a drone about 2 minutes to arrive at the scene on average compared to the 6 minutes on average it takes an officer. 

Want to learn more? Check out the full story here.

Too Far From Work, Too Close to Traffic: Why San Diego’s Housing Isn’t Where the Jobs Are

If you’ve ever sat in bumper-to-bumper traffic on I-805, wondering why your 20-minute commute takes 50, you’re not alone—and it’s not your imagination. It’s San Diego’s jobs-housing mismatch, and it’s one of the biggest reasons our traffic is miserable, housing is expensive, and the environment is paying the price.

San Diego is building homes—nearly 100,000 permits were issued between 2018 and 2024. But here’s the catch: we’re not building them where they’re most needed.

The Problem: Jobs Are Here, Homes Are… Over There.. 

So what happens when tens of thousands of people work in a place they can’t afford to live in?

They drive. A lot.

Want to learn more? Check out the full story here. 

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🎬 Reel Recap + Real Details

The Roosevelt is Coming to Carlsbad Village 

Carlsbad City Council approved the mixed-use Roosevelt project this past Tuesday with a 4-1 vote. The Roosevelt will be bringing 23 apartments and about 5,400 square feet of retail space to the Village area on Roosevelt Street.  This project is led by Carlsbad’s own real estate development firm Fabric Investments. This project hopes to create a great open space to match the development that Carlsbad has been seeing. Not to mention, this new build will be right next to the new Michelin star restaurant, Lilo. 

Want to learn more? Check out this link  or watch our reel here. 

A Splashpad is Coming to Escondido

The long awaited splash pad will finally be under construction starting this fall and is set to open Spring 2026, just in time for summer. This $2.36 million dollar contract, for the city’s first splash pad, will be housed in Grove Park. The splash pad has been designed based on the input of over 2,000 residents. The best part? It will be split into two sections so kids of all ages, young and old, can all enjoy the newest addition to the park. 

Want to learn more? Check out this link  or watch our reel here. 

​​Your Guide to Summer Fun ✨

San Diego Soul Food Fest

This Saturday, August 9th, celebrate the soulful cuisines of the Diaspora. Several black-owned businesses will be cooking up some great dishes for this year’s tour of African, Caribbean, and African-American cuisine. This will be the fourth year of this event, and you won’t want to miss it. Make sure to come hungry! 

Want to attend Soul Food Fest? Check out this link here. 

Local Eats and Coffee Shops ❤️ 

☕ Coffee Shop of the Week: Origen Coffee Roasters

📍Carlsbad | 2141 Palomar Airport Rd.

In between business buildings, Origen Coffee Roasters is a hidden gem of Carlsbad. Origen Coffee Roasters is dedicated to giving you the freshest, most flavorful and sustainably sourced coffee with every cup. They have two locations, one permanent in Carlsbad and the other at the Vista Farmers Market, and offer a variety of beans. Origen needs to be your next stop when you want a latte. Not only can you enjoy a delicious cup of coffee but also the koi pond. What could be better?

Check out their instagram here! 

🍴 Restaurant of the Week: Come On Over Café

📍Oceanside | 2405 Oceanside Blvd. 

If you haven’t been to Come on Over Café, you’ve been missing out. This is an Oceanside hidden gem, and the best part? It serves coffee and paninis. But it’s not just any sandwich shop, it was actually ranked #15 out of 100 sandwich shops in the US by Yelp in their most recent ranking. Not only does this spot serve up some great coffee and sandwiches, it was also started by an aunt and niece duo, so you know there is love in every ounce of this place.  

Check out their instagram here!

📺 Housing Market Update and Neighborhood Exploration

The BEST Neighborhood To Live In San Diego (Carmel Valley vs Rancho Peñasquitos)

Thinking of buying a home in San Diego? Today we’re putting two popular neighborhoods head-to-head: Carmel Valley and Rancho Peñasquitos. With home prices climbing and every dollar counting, where can you get the most bang for your buck without sacrificing quality of life, schools, or commute times?

July Median Home Prices in North County

Want to see what median home prices looked like in July? Check out the link below to see how each North County Neighborhood stacked up and compared to last year. You might be surprised…

PRICE REDUCTION!

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Health, Wellness and Modern Living in 3Roots

Tucked into one of San Diego’s most thoughtfully designed wellness communities, this beautifully upgraded 2 bed, 2 bath end-unit townhome offers 1,230 sq. ft. of elevated living in the heart of 3Roots, Sorrento Mesa. Completed in 2022, this nearly new home combines sleek, modern finishes with energy-efficient upgrades and a layout designed for both comfort and connection.

Step inside and feel the difference. The open-concept layout is bright and airy, anchored by a stunning multi-slide patio door that opens to your private outdoor space—perfect for entertaining or unwinding. From here, enjoy an elevated view of the vibrant, modern 3Roots community, with open sightlines and lush tree-lined streets that highlight the thoughtful design of this one-of-a-kind neighborhood.

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