Citrus Heights Sentinel
Police investigating report of suspicious death in Citrus Heights
By Mike Hazlip— Neighbors living near Oakwood Hills Circle on the outskirts of Citrus Heights say police responded to the area on Dec. 15 to investigate a death at a residence, but questions remain as to the outcome…
Eight businesses Citrus Heights said goodbye to in 2023
Sentinel staff report– Citrus Heights welcomed dozens of new businesses in 2023, but also saw departures of a notable restaurant, retailers and other businesses during the same year…
Citrus Heights to host workshop focused on neighborhood engagement
Sentinel staff report– The City of Citrus Heights is kicking off the new year with plans for a community workshop next month to help boost community engagement…
Natomas mom opens new shop in Citrus Heights
By Mike Hazlip— A new shop is now open across from Sylvan Middle School, and owner Manoela Lopez says she hopes it will help encourage children to spend less time on screens…
Citrus Heights council votes to ban sitting, standing in medians
By Mike Hazlip— Following a repeal of the city’s ban on panhandling in October out of concern for First Amendment lawsuits, the City Council last month voted to approve an ordinance aimed at preventing individuals from standing, sitting,…
Citrus Heights saw increase in deadly collisions in 2023
By Mike Hazlip— An increase in fatal roadway collisions in Citrus Heights was seen during 2023, with two of those involving homeless individuals…
20 businesses Citrus Heights welcomed in 2023
Sentinel staff report– From new restaurants to retailers and specialty stores, Citrus Heights welcomed many new businesses in 2023…
2023 Citrus Heights Police Log Spotlight: Dec. 21-26
Latest police logs show an early morning DUI arrest on Christmas Day on Grand Oaks Boulevard, along with grand theft from the Walgreens store on Dewey Drive the same day. Police also responded to a report of fireworks…
Citrus Heights police respond to report of transients entering vacant home
By Mike Hazlip— A heavy police presence near Poppy Way and Mariposa Avenue on Thursday evening was in response to a report of transients entering a vacant home, police said…
Citrus Heights business district reports recovering $58k in stolen goods
By Mike Hazlip— Security and theft prevention measures throughout the Sunrise MarketPlace business improvement district have resulted in the recovery at least $58,000 in stolen merchandise this season, according to Executive Director Kathilynn Carpenter…
