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1 fatality following vehicle vs pedestrian collision

Sara Beth Williams–December 2, 2024

A fatality occurred when a vehicle struck an unidentified person after 7 p.m. Sunday, along the border of Citrus Heights and Fair Oaks…

Phase 1A of San Juan Complete Streets project nears completion

Sara Beth Williams–November 30, 2024

Phase 1A of the San Juan Complete Streets project has incorporated several safety enhancements along San Juan Avenue, but not all residents are thrilled…

Planters damaged again at Fair Oaks and Old Auburn Rd.

Sara Beth Williams–November 30, 2024

Brick planters at the intersection of Fair Oaks Boulevard and Old Auburn Road were struck again by vehicles amid recent rains…

Another closure? Future of coffee, snack cart at Sunrise Mall remains unclear

Sara Beth Williams–November 30, 2024

The last place to grab a snack or coffee inside the Sunrise Mall food court has been closed for several weeks…

Annual laser show, night market returning to Sunrise Mall

Sara Beth Williams–November 30, 2024

The annual Laser Light Show and Night Market plans to return to the Sunrise Mall parking lot on Friday, Dec. 6…

December Events: What’s happening this month in Citrus Heights

Sara Beth Williams–November 30, 2024

The holiday spirit is in full swing this month with a Best of Lights contest beginning, community potlucks, Christmas parties, tree lightings, a community talent show and an annual laser…

Sunrise Parks to hold inaugural tree lighting at Rusch Park

Sara Beth Williams–November 30, 2024

New this year, in addition to the city’s annual tree lighting at City Hall on Dec. 5, the Sunrise Recreation and Park District is planning a separate inaugural tree lighting…

2024 Citrus Heights Police Logs Spotlight: Nov. 21-26

Citrus Heights Sentinel–November 30, 2024

Latest Citrus Heights Police Logs show a total of 32 thefts reported from Nov. 21-26, along with 22 homeless-related incidents and 27 collisions…

Citrus Heights PD: Woman arrested for making false emergency reports

Sara Beth Williams–November 30, 2024

A 28-year-old woman was arrested for making numerous 911 calls and reporting a false emergency last Saturday…

Is anything planned for Black Friday at Sunrise Mall?

Sara Beth Williams–November 27, 2024

The declining number of stores remaining in business at Sunrise Mall have…

West Coast Sourdough finally opens in Citrus Heights, after delays

Sara Beth Williams–November 27, 2024

After a ten-day delay, a new sandwich shop is finally open for business in the Stock Ranch Plaza…

Break-ins plague Veterans Community Center in Citrus Heights

Sara Beth Williams–November 27, 2024

A newly built storage shed at the Veterans Community Center in Citrus Heights was broken into for the third time this year…

How did Citrus Heights vote for president in 2024?

Sara Beth Williams–November 26, 2024

While Sacramento County voted 58% in favor of Kamala Harris in the 2024 General Election, the majority of voting precincts in Citrus Heights favored Donald Trump…

Blight management gets mixed ratings in latest Citrus Heights survey

Sara Beth Williams–November 26, 2024

Recent FlashVote survey results released on Nov. 20 show that residents in the city are still concerned about homeless encampments and associated debris, as well as unkempt homes and businesses.

Citrus Heights City Council meeting canceled for Nov. 27

Sara Beth Williams–November 26, 2024

Falling the day before Thanksgiving, the Citrus Heights City Council meeting for Nov. 27 has been canceled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for Dec. 11, 2024, at 6 p.m.…

Guest Column: STA eyeing another sales tax. Why Sacramento County should reject it

Sara Beth Williams–November 25, 2024

Living in Sacramento County, we all know how essential our roads are. Every day, whether we’re heading to work, dropping kids off at school, or running errands, we rely on…

State of the City: Mayor, city manager reflect on 2024, share goals for 2025

Sara Beth Williams–November 23, 2024

Dozens of business owners, residents, city leaders, and regional representatives gathered at City Hall in Citrus Heights for the annual State of the City address…

Million-dollar Citrus Heights home still on market after $150k price drop

Sara Beth Williams–November 23, 2024

A 3,000-square-foot home on Sylvan Road with a history of fluctuating sales prices is still on the market after seeing a $150,000 price drop to $1.1 million last month…

2024 Citrus Heights Police Logs Spotlight: Nov. 14-20

Sara Beth Williams–November 23, 2024

The latest Citrus Heights Police Logs show an increase in vehicle violations and disturbances, while showing a decrease traffic accidents and suspicious circumstances…

Citrus Heights Letters: Fines for setting out waste early?

Sara Beth Williams–November 23, 2024

The latest letters to the Editor from Sentinel readers are in response to a recent report by The Sentinel on the decision by the City Council to penalize residents for setting…

Longtime auto repair shop in Citrus Heights up for sale

Sara Beth Williams–November 23, 2024

An auto repair shop that has been in Citrus Heights for decades has been listed for sale.

New fitness studio opens in Citrus Heights offering ‘sling bungee’ classes

Sara Beth Williams–November 23, 2024

A new fitness center has opened on Auburn Boulevard, with a unique twist.

Suspect arrested, released after stealing $91k in jewelry at Sunrise Mall

Sara Beth Williams–November 22, 2024

A 34-year-old man was arrested Tuesday morning on charges of burglary and possession of burglary tools after stealing $91,000 in merchandise from a business inside the Sunrise Mall…

Health inspection violations force brief closure of popular Citrus Heights drive-thru

Sara Beth Williams–November 21, 2024

A popular burger restaurant in Citrus Heights is back open to the public after being ordered to close for business due to major health violations…

Gilberto’s Tacos announces permanent closure of food truck

Sara Beth Williams–November 21, 2024

Gilberto’s Tacos, which recently opened up a food truck after the lease for its building expired, is now permanently closing its food truck operation…