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Sara Beth Williams

Police investigate early morning death near Antelope Road

An adult male was found dead in the early morning hours on Tuesday morning near Antelope Road and Zenith Drive, police say…

Woman who died in Citrus Heights crash identified

A woman who died after crashing into a utility pole over the weekend in Citrus Heights has been identified as a 33-year-old from Fair Oaks…

The first 8 homes in a 26-home housing project on Sayonara Drive in Citrus Heights are currently under construction, expected to be completed in late spring. // SB Williams

Phase 3 of Sayonara housing project in Citrus Heights to begin accepting applications Feb. 1

Applications for 14 new affordable homes in Citrus Heights will officially open on Feb. 1 as part of Phase 3 of a partnership project between Habitat for Humanity Greater Sacramento and the City of Citrus Heights…

Citrus Heights police logs. // CH Sentinel

2025 Citrus Heights Police Logs Spotlight: Aug. 7-13

Latest police logs for Citrus Heights show an increase in vehicle violations while showing a decrease in code enforcement calls and disturbances…

Police Lights, SUV. Photo credit: Luke Otterstad

Crews respond to early morning dumpster fire in Citrus Heights

Citrus Heights Police and fire crews responded to a small fire early Friday morning in a parking lot located between Sunrise Boulevard and Birdcage Street.

A new martial arts academy is planned for the iconic building that once held Hollywood Video. // SB Williams

Martial Arts academy coming to Citrus Heights

A long-vacant building with a nostalgic history and recognizable architectural design has a new tenant.

A mural painted by artist Amie Nowell, one of many murals that are part of the new CH40 arts district. This small rendition of "Starry Night" is painted on the back of Elite Bicycles. // SB Williams

New Citrus Heights arts district to host parking lot party

The new CH 40 Arts District is set to kick off with a parking lot launch party on Saturday, Aug. 16, 2025.

2025-26 first day of school in the San Juan Unified School District // San Juan Unified School District

Citrus Heights organizations help students, schools prepare for new school year

As the new school year begins in Citrus Heights, several local organizations have stepped up to help local schools and students with tools they need to succeed by providing backpacks and essential school supplies…

The Citrus Heights Water District broke ground on two new specialized water wells on Aug. 6, 2025. // Citrus Heights Water District

Citrus Heights Water District breaks ground on new groundwater wells to boost supply reliability

Construction is underway on two new groundwater wells that Citrus Heights Water District leaders say will strengthen the community’s water reliability and lessen dependence on Folsom Lake during times of drought…

Vereans Community Center

Annual Hawaiian Luau at Veterans Community Center in Citrus Heights canceled

The Veterans Community Center has announced that their annual Hawaiian Luau has been canceled this year, due to the passing of founder Jeanne Rounsavell. 

Jeanne Rounsavell stands next to a photo and memorabilia of her late husband, Jim Rounsavell. // M. Hazlip

Veterans Community Center mourns loss of founder Jeanne Rounsavell

The Citrus Heights community is mourning the loss of Veterans Community Center co-founder Jeanne Rounsavell, who passed away on Sunday, Aug. 10, the Veterans Community Center announced.

city hall, 2025

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

On Wednesday, the Citrus Heights City Council will discuss proposed changes to the city’s ordinances regarding fire protection and prevention, illegal fireworks, and shopping carts, and a proposed annexation work plan.