Crime in Citrus Heights falls to lowest level in two decades, police chief reports
Crime in Citrus Heights has decreased by 54.5 percent from 2007 through the end of 2025, the Citrus Heights Police Department said Wednesday during a police department report given to the…
‘Snack Man’ still bringing food, supplies, compassion, to the streets
For nearly a decade, Alfred Sanchez, better known as “Snack Man,” to unhoused individuals in the city, has made it his mission to meet people where they are, offering food and supplies, along with connection and hope….
City Council approves services agreement for frontage improvement project around Sunrise Mall
The Citrus Heights City Council unanimously approved a professional services agreement for the Sunrise Tomorrow Frontage Improvement Project with Mark Thomas & Company, Inc., for $449,000…
Citrus Heights businessman selling local family-owned gas station
After 50 years, the Pastor family announced they are selling Pastor’s Valero, according to an announcement by the family on social media…
Clothing store leaves Sunrise Mall, future uncertain
After closing in 2023 and then reopening in the spring of 2024, the Underground Clothing Connection has officially vacated Sunrise Mall…
Citrus Heights drops opposition to controversial homeless bill, pending amendments
The Citrus Heights city manager has confirmed that the city has dropped its opposition to a controversial senate bill that would…
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…
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…
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 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…
Coffee shop proposed for abandoned restaurant space in Citrus Heights
Citrus Heights could see a new coffee shop take over a vacant drive-thru restaurant, which shut down abruptly…
