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Fines against Sunrise Mall exceed $500K, city says

Fines accrued by Sunrise Mall Namdar Realty Group for various code violations have exceeded $500,000, according to an update from the city…

Citrus Heights fitness center holding two-day grand opening celebration

Wild and Fly Fitness will be holding a weekend-long grand opening celebration, the new gym’s owner said Wednesday…

Lawsuit filed against Sunrise Mall owner Namdar Realty, city officials confirm

A lawsuit seeking over $500,000 in accrued fines and immediate abatement of nuisance violations has been filed against Sunrise Mall majority owner Namdar Realty Group…

Second small brush fire under investigation in Citrus Heights

A small brush fire broke out mid-morning Wednesday off Van Maren Lane in Citrus Heights…

Motorcyclist injured after collision with tree in Citrus Heights

A motorcyclist was injured Tuesday afternoon after crashing into a tree in the center divide on Auburn Boulevard…

Citrus Heights City Scoop coming to Van Maren Park

This summer, City Scoop is slated to take place from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at three new locations throughout the city, including Van Maren Park…

Citrus Heights Police encourage community to participate in National Night Out

By Sara Beth Williams– The City of Citrus Heights and the Citrus Heights Police Department are inviting residents to participate in this year’s National Night Out, set for Tuesday, August…

Man detained for false imprisonment after disturbance at Citrus Heights business

A man was taken into custody on July 12 after exhibiting erratic behavior inside the PetSmart on Sunrise Boulevard near Arcadia Drive, prompting a police response…

Lender drops $9M lawsuit against Citrus Heights memory care facility

A memory care facility in Citrus Heights has avoided an extended legal process involving receivership and is reportedly looking to finalize a sale, according to commercial real estate company Hilco…

Sunrise Mall hit with over $300k in fines: Here’s what it was cited for

Extensive details have been obtained by The Sentinel from an inspection warrant served by police, fire and city officials at Sunrise Mall…

New coffee shop opens in Citrus Heights

A new coffee roasting company celebrated a grand opening this weekend at the Marketplace at Birdcage in Citrus Heights..

Citrus Heights responds to Grand Jury findings on elder financial abuse

The Citrus Heights City Council on July 9 approved a drafted letter that was written in response to a Sacramento Grand Jury Report issued last month alleging law enforcement agencies…

SMUD opens SHINE Award grant application period for nonprofits

SMUD’s annual SHINE Awards grant program is now seeking applications…

2025 Citrus Heights Police Logs Spotlight: July 3-9

Latest police logs show an increase in fireworks calls along with animal control calls, while showing a decrease in vandalism..

Man arrested for threatening employees outside Citrus Heights shopping center

An adult male was arrested outside a Citrus Heights shopping center late Thursday night after allegedly threatening an employee…

New coffee shop in Citrus Heights sets opening date

A new coffee roasting company has set an opening date, according to one of the company’s owners.

Citrus Heights Police issue over $300K in illegal fireworks fines

Citrus Heights Police identified have over 300 separate violations of illegal fireworks activity following Fourth of July holiday celebrations…

Five ice cream shops to try in Citrus Heights

There’s no better way to cool off this summer than enjoying a cold scoop of your favorite ice cream, and Citrus Heights has plenty of spots…

Online voting open for 2025 ‘Best of Citrus Heights’ awards

Voting kicked off on July 1 for the 20th annual “Best of Citrus Heights” awards, and will continue through July 31.

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

The Citrus Heights City Council on July 9 will discuss landscape maintenance assessments, and the city’s response to the Sacramento Grand Jury Report released last month…

Small grass fire prompts emergency response in Citrus Heights

A small grass fire broke out near the intersection of Greenback Lane and Fair Oaks Boulevard on July 7…

Update: Ground mosquito spraying scheduled for Citrus Heights

The Sacramento-Yolo Mosquito and Vector Control District has announced updated plans to conduct ground spraying in Citrus Heights…

City responds to discrepancies in Citrus Heights Police budget breakdown

A review of the city’s recently adopted budget found differences totaling over $690,000 across two fiscal years in Citrus Heights Police Department budget figures…

Letters to the Editor: illegal fireworks, roundabouts

This week’s Letters to the Editor discuss illegal fireworks and roundabouts…

2025 Citrus Heights Police Logs Spotlight: June 26-July 2

Latest police logs show an increase in fireworks calls along with animal control calls, while showing a decrease in vandalism