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Man hospitalized while tampering with electrical box near Sunrise Mall

Sara Beth Williams–February 7, 2026

A man was hospitalized Friday night after being electrocuted while tampering with a SMUD electrical box near Sunrise Mall, according to the Citrus Heights Police Department…

Citrus Heights armed robbery suspect apprehended by Sac County Sheriffs

Sara Beth Williams–February 7, 2026

A coordinated law enforcement response led to the arrest of one suspect following an armed robbery in Citrus Heights on Saturday afternoon…

Volunteers serve at local food pantry ahead of annual Valentine’s ‘Dutch Luv’ fundraiser

Sara Beth Williams–February 7, 2026

Twelve store managers and assistant managers from multiple Dutch Bros coffee shops in the region gathered Friday at Sunrise Christian Food Ministry to volunteer their time helping organize, package food…

Citrus Heights takes neutral stance on proposed homelessness partnership model

Sara Beth Williams–February 7, 2026

The Citrus Heights City Council voted to take a neutral stance on a revised housing and homelessness partnership model presented by Sacramento County during its Jan. 28 meeting…

New nails, spa opens in Citrus Heights

Sara Beth Williams–February 7, 2026

Vietnamese owner Christina Truong celebrated a ribbon cutting for her new nails and spa location in Citrus Heights on Saturday, Feb. 7, to an enthusiastic crowd of family, friends, and…

Public meeting for Roseville-Citrus Heights ‘Gateway’ project planned for March

Sara Beth Williams–February 7, 2026

An informational meeting regarding the Gateway Activation Project, which seeks to improve multi-modal transportation between Citrus Heights and Roseville trails, is slated to take place in March hosted by the…

Large lots on Old Auburn Road hit the market

Sara Beth Williams–February 7, 2026

One of four vacant lots has been listed for sale on Old Auburn Road…

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

Sara Beth Williams–February 7, 2026

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

Why is the city installing another stoplight on Auburn Boulevard?

Sara Beth Williams–February 5, 2026

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…

School District issues statement regarding student protests against ICE

Sara Beth Williams–February 5, 2026

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…

Nine live music venues in Citrus Heights

Sara Beth Williams–February 5, 2026

Whether you’re looking for acoustic tunes over coffee or a high-energy night out with friends, here’s a roundup of local favorites to check out…

Retail building on prominent corner in Citrus Heights sells for $8.2M

Sara Beth Williams–February 5, 2026

Part of a shopping center on a prominent corner in Citrus Heights was recently purchased for $8.2 million.

Adult male dies after medical emergency near local skate park

Sara Beth Williams–February 3, 2026

An adult male died after suffering an unknown medical emergency while at Rusch Park near the skate park, officials say.

Twelve Students from Citrus Heights schools featured in Republic Services 2026 calendar

Sara Beth Williams–February 3, 2026

The Citrus Heights City Council celebrated 12 winners of the annual Republic Services calendar poster contest on Wednesday, Jan. 28, giving each student winner an opportunity to showcase their winning…

Deadline to nominate ‘legacy’ Business Distinction award approaching

Sara Beth Williams–February 3, 2026

Nomination submissions for the upcoming Legacy Business of Distinction Award for businesses in Citrus Heights that have existed for 15 years or more will be closing on Feb. 6.

First meeting of Auburn Boulevard business coalition planned for this month

Sara Beth Williams–February 3, 2026

After several years of dormant activity and failed attempts at collaboration, businesses on Auburn Boulevard will soon have the ability to come together under the leadership of Wild and Fly…

Signage goes up on new grocer in Sunrise Village

Sara Beth Williams–January 31, 2026

A new grocer remodeling one of the former Rite Aid buildings in Citrus Heights has officially hung its company name on the front facade of 5409 Sunrise Blvd…

Meet the new owner of this Citrus Heights mom-and-pop auto shop

Sara Beth Williams–January 31, 2026

Tom Ngo, owner of TN3 Automotive, said he feels blessed every day to be able to drive to his recently purchased auto shop in Citrus Heights, despite the 50- to…

‘Fill the Boots for Burns’ fundraiser, safety fair returns to Citrus Heights

Sara Beth Williams–January 31, 2026

Firefighters are slated to kick off the 32nd annual “Fill the Boots for Burns” fundraising event and accompanying community safety fair at the corner of Sunrise Boulevard and Greenback Lane…

Sayonara Drive: Habitat for Humanity home applications now open

Sara Beth Williams–January 31, 2026

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…

Citrus Heights approves new fees targeting vacant commercial buildings

Sara Beth Williams–January 31, 2026

The City Council unanimously advanced a commercial property reoccupancy program Wednesday evening through the approval of an ordinance that has been in development for roughly half a year…

2026 Citrus Heights Police Logs Spotlight: Jan 22-28

Sara Beth Williams–January 31, 2026

Latest Citrus Heights police logs show a drop in vehicle violations and an increase in animal control calls…

A list of Houses of Worship in Citrus Heights

Sara Beth Williams–January 31, 2026

Looking for a church in town to visit in the new year? Citrus Heights is home to multiple houses of worship, ranging from Baptist to Catholic to Seventh Day Adventist,…

Citrus Heights City Council takes neutral stance on SB 802

Sara Beth Williams–January 29, 2026

The Citrus Heights City Council on Wednesday voted with some reluctance to remain neutral on both a homeless and housing partnership model and Senate Bill 802 after a presentation from…

Shopping center with former 99 Cents Only Store listed for sale

Sara Beth Williams–January 29, 2026

The prominent building once home to The 99 Cents Only Store and Crunch Fitness at the corner of Greenback Lane and San Juan Avenue has been listed for sale…