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Specialty coffee lounge planning to open in Citrus Heights

A coffee roasting company has plans to open a coffee lounge in the Marketplace at Birdcage shopping center in Citrus Heights.

Two new murals unveiled at Sylvan Corners to kick off new Citrus Heights arts district

Two new murals have been added to Sylvan Corners in an unveiling of a new local arts district.

Police: Upcoming DUI checkpoint scheduled for Thursday night

The Citrus Heights Police Department announced in a news release that officers plan to conduct a DUI and Driver’s License Checkpoint on Thursday, June 19, from 8 p.m. until 2…

Police: Man arrested for felony vandalism using baseball bat in Citrus Heights

A 27-year-old man was arrested early Tuesday morning in connection with a felony vandalism incident that caused an estimated $3,000 in property damage.

Citrus Heights newly adopted budget allocates $8M to roads for next two years

The Citrus Heights City Council adopted its biennial budget on Wednesday, which details the city’s planned spending and anticipated revenues for the next two years.

2025 Citrus Heights Police Incident Logs: June 5-11

Sentinel Staff report– Latest Citrus Heights Police logs show an increase in code enforcement and theft, while showing a decrease in vehicle violations. Below are the total number of incidents…

5 new eateries to watch for in Citrus Heights

A wave of new food, drink, and specialty businesses are expected to open in Citrus Heights in the second half of 2025…

How Citrus Heights Beauty College impacted the Vietnamese-American nail industry

In 1975, Becky Hambelton watched a bus full of Vietnamese migrants come to a stop outside her newly established beauty school in Citrus Heights. Unknown to her, she was taking…

Union members stage small protest at Dignity Health in Citrus Heights

By Mike Hazlip– A quiet but visible protest unfolded outside the Dignity Health building in Citrus Heights on Thursday afternoon at Greenback Lane and Fountain Square Drive, where a small…

New juice shop planned for local shopping center in Citrus Heights

A juice and ice cream shop focused on natural and healthy fruit juice and sweet treat options is expected to come to the Sunrise Village,

A series of grass fires sparks investigation by authorities

Authorities are investigating two separate fires that broke out Friday afternoon, both near residential areas in Citrus Heights. 

Citrus Heights Planning Commission approves quick service restaurant site plan

A Use Permit to allow a new quick service restaurant with drive thru along Sunrise Boulevard was unanimously approved by the Citrus Heights Planning Commission Tuesday.

New mural underway at Sylvan Corners

After years of vision and persistence, a new Citrus Heights Arts District is becoming a reality, beginning with the creation of a large-scale mural…

Frozen yogurt chain preparing to open in Citrus Heights

A popular frozen yogurt chain is expected to open in June at Sunrise Village in Citrus Heights…

Suspect apprehended after hit and run in Citrus Heights

A suspect involved in a hit-and-run crash was arrested Tuesday evening after fleeing the scene near Greenback Lane and Binet Drive, according to the Citrus Heights Police Department.

Civic Minute: What’s going on at Citrus Heights City Hall

The Citrus Heights City Council will on Wednesday be asked to approve a biennial budget, road maintenance funding, a contract amendment for the San Juan Complete Streets project, an amended…

Construction begins on Antelope Road

Construction began on Antelope Road on Monday June 9, according to an announcement from the city…

Two fugitives wanted in Crescent City shooting captured in Citrus Heights

Two men wanted in connection with a recent shooting in Crescent City were taken into custody Sunday afternoon following a coordinated law enforcement operation in Citrus Heights…

Real estate market softens in Citrus Heights, but no crash predicted

There are signs of change, and there are conflicting views between buyers and sellers of what the future of the housing market may hold.

2025 Citrus Heights Police Logs Spotlight: May 29-June 4

Latest Citrus Heights Police logs show an increase in overall incidents, including vehicle violations, while showing a decrease in animal control calls and thefts…

New barbershop open in Citrus Heights

A new high-end barber shop celebrated a grand opening on Friday at Sylvan Corners in Citrus Heights.

Citrus Heights Police release body cam footage of officer-involved shooting

The Citrus Heights Police Department has released body camera footage from an officer-involved shooting that occurred on April 21…

City seeking feedback on Gateway Activation Project in Citrus Heights

Local residents are being invited to play a key role in shaping the future of the Gateway Activation Project by submitting feedback through an online survey.

Sixth grader from Citrus Heights wins Water Awareness Poster Contest

A sixth grader at Woodside K-8 was awarded first place in an annual Water Awareness Poster Contest hosted by the Citrus Heights Water District.

Habitat for Humanity breaks ground in Citrus Heights on ‘largest housing project to date’

Community members and leaders from across the Sacramento region gathered together Monday morning to break ground on a long-awaited…