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Sara Beth Williams

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.

A map of the proposed area to be annexed is outlined in red. Fair Oaks Boulevard runs north to south and Madison Avenue runs east to west. // City of Citrus Heights

City Council to revisit possible annexation of 5.4-acre section on southern border of Citrus Heights

The Citrus Heights City Council is slated to discuss the draft of a potential annexation work plan involving a 5.4-acre section of unincorporated Sacramento County located on the southern border of the city….

Citrus Heights man severely injured after street racing crash

A Citrus Heights man suffered major injuries after being involved in a street racing crash in Modesto, according to the California Highway Patrol.

Sunrise Mall

City to discuss potential purchase of Sunrise Mall parcels in closed session

 Citrus Heights City Council is scheduled to hold a closed session meeting to discuss real estate negotiations with Namdar Realty Group involving three property parcels, according to an agenda packet released on Friday…

A set of new EV charging stations is being constructed in the parking lot of Best Buy off Birdcage Street. // SB Williams

More EV charging stations coming to parking lots in Citrus Heights

Drivers visiting stores in the Birdcage shopping center near Best Buy and Michael’s might notice construction fencing and heavy construction equipment while navigating the Best Buy parking lot….

Rental Guys, also once known as Aba Daba Rentals, closed in July. // SB Williams

Longtime equipment rental center shutters in Citrus Heights. What happened?

An equipment rental location established over forty years ago in Citrus Heights has closed, after being sold and re-named just over a year ago…

San Juan High School

Historical highway placard unveiling planned in Citrus Heights

For history lovers and travel enthusiastic, a new historical placard will give residents and visitors a glimpse into the region’s historic past…

`Artist "Mammxth" stands in front of one of 2 murals he painted at Beach Hut Deli. // SB WIlliams

Meet the artist behind this Citrus Heights mural

Anyone who’s stepped inside Beach Hut Deli in Citrus Heights is bound to notice two beach-themed murals that lend bold creativity to the laid back atmosphere.

Gabriela Valenzuela (20-year-old) and Luis Romero-Espinoza (22-year-old) were taken into custody Aug. 5, 2025 by CHPD. // Citrus Heights Police Department

Citrus Heights Police: Two arrested on murder charges in relation to 2024 fentanyl-related death

Citrus Heights Police arrested two suspects who are suspected to have contributed to a fentanyl-related death of a 25-year-old Citrus Heights man in October 2024…

Citrus Heights police logs. // CH Sentinel

2025 Citrus Heights Police Logs Spotlight: July 31-Aug 6

\Latest police logs for Citrus Heights show an increase in incidents, including 911 Hangups and theft, while showing a decrease in violence and threats…