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2026 Citrus Heights Police Logs Spotlight: Jan 29-Feb 4

Latest Citrus Heights police logs show a drop in animal control calls and an increase in code enforcement and traffic accidents…

A new signal light has been constructed on Auburn Blvd. // SB Williams

Why is the city installing another stoplight on Auburn Boulevard?

Residents traveling along Auburn Boulevard near the northern city limits have been asking a common question in recent months: Why is the city installing another stoplight so close to two existing ones?

Eight students who said they were from Casa Roble High School were observed standing on the corner of Sunrise Boulevard and Greenback Lane with protest signs on Friday, Jan. 30. // CH Sentinel

School District issues statement regarding student protests against ICE

High school students were observed participating in protests at prominent Citrus Heights intersections on Friday, Jan. 30, amid other demonstrations reported at various locations throughout the region…

The 75th anniversary jubilee is being held in honor of the gifting of 15 acres of ranch land, donated by Fred and Julia Rusch in 1950. The Rusch Home and Gardens still stands at Rusch Park to this day.

15 fun facts about Rusch Park

In honor of the Sunrise Recreation and Park District’s 75th anniversary, here are 15 fun facts all about Rusch Park…

Citrus Heights police logs. // CH Sentinel

2025 Citrus Heights Police Logs Spotlight: Sept. 18-24

Latest police logs show a decrease in traffic accidents while showing an increase in vehicle violations and homeless related calls…

Nothing Bundt Cakes is open at 7855 Madison Ave.

New bakery now open in Citrus Heights

A new bakery has opened in Sunrise Village in Citrus Heights, the Sunrise MarketPlace business improvement district announced.

The Citrus Heights City Council voted 3-2 against implementing parking violation fines in Citrus Heights that were proposed in light of California’s new “Daylighting” law, Sept. 24, 2025.

City Council votes against implementing ‘daylighting’ fines, asks for revision

 The Citrus Heights City Council voted Wednesday 3-2 to postpone implementing parking violation fines in Citrus Heights that were proposed in light of California’s new “Daylighting” law.

Long time police department volunteer Charlotte Corothers standing with Citrus Heights Police Chief Alex Turcotte. // Citrus Heights Police Department

Citrus Heights Council, police department, honor longtime city volunteer

The Citrus Heights community is mourning the loss of Charlotte Corothers, a police department volunteer who recently passed away.

Pinkberry is expected to open mid-to-late June at Sunrise Village in Citrus Heights. // Sb Williams

What’s going on with Pinkberry’s Citrus Heights location?

A frozen yogurt chain expecting to open in Citrus Heights this summer has encountered delays according to the location’s owner.

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Four arrested at latest DUI checkpoint in Citrus Heights

Four were arrested on DUI charges during the Citrus Heights Police Department’s latest DUI and driver’s license checkpoint, according to an update from the department.

"Underwater Rocks" painted by Susan Ballenger. Acrylic on Board. Retail value: $1,200. // PBS KVIE Art Auction contemporary art winners page

Citrus Heights artist wins award, will be featured in PBS KVIE Art Auction

Local artist Susan Ballenger has earned a Juror Award in the Contemporary category of the PBS KVIE Art Auction for her piece “Underwater Rocks.

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

The Citrus Heights City Council is expected to hold both a special and regular city council meeting this Wednesday with an agenda that includes media training, two proclamations, updates from the Economic Development and Community Engagement department…