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Second alarm fire in Citrus Heights displaces several families on Father’s Day

Sara Beth Williams–June 21, 2026

An apartment fire which broke out Sunday morning has displaced multiple families in Citrus Heights, fire officials say…

Apartment complex fire in Citrus Heights draws heavy emergency crew response

Sara Beth Williams–June 21, 2026

By Sara Beth Williams– A significant fire in an apartment complex in Citrus Heights drew a heavy response from police and emergency crews just after 11 a.m. on Sunday morning.…

Man arrested after slow-speed pursuit, standoff at Citrus Heights shopping center

Sara Beth Williams–June 20, 2026

A man with outstanding warrants was arrested in Citrus Heights Friday afternoon, after a slow-speed pursuit and prolonged standoff that ended with officers deploying a pepper-ball, according to the Citrus…

2026 Citrus Heights Police Logs Spotlight: June 11-17

Sara Beth Williams–June 20, 2026

Latest police logs show a decrease in animal control calls, while showing an increase in traffic accidents…

New shoe warehouse in Citrus Heights sets end of June opening date

Sara Beth Williams–June 20, 2026

A new shoe warehouse located in the Marketplace at Birdcage has set a grand opening date for the last weekend in June…

Citrus Heights now accepting applications for home repair loans, grants

Sara Beth Williams–June 20, 2026

The City of Citrus Heights Housing Rehabilitation Program is now accepting applications for home repair loans and grants…

New banquet hall proposed near Sunrise Mall in Citrus Heights

Sara Beth Williams–June 20, 2026

A banquet hall that could accommodate more than 100 guests is being proposed at a strip mall located just two blocks away from Sunrise Boulevard and Greenback Lane…

Cyclist transported to hospital after Citrus Heights crash

Sara Beth Williams–June 19, 2026

By Sara Beth Williams– An adult male bicyclist was transported to a hospital with minor injuries Friday after being struck by a vehicle near the intersection of Greenback Lane and…

What’s going on with the sound wall mural project on Auburn Blvd?

Sara Beth Williams–June 19, 2026

“The wall is not an eyesore or unfinished by neglect. We are honoring the wishes of the gentleman who has planted the poppies there for the past 20 years,” Citrus…

Independent jeweler vacates Sunrise Mall

Sara Beth Williams–June 18, 2026

Almost one year after combining businesses, a jeweler has vacated its space at Sunrise Mall, leaving only A-frame signs and empty jewelry cases behind its closed gates….

Auburn Boulevard to close for two nights as crews install new gateway arch

Sara Beth Williams–June 18, 2026

By Sara Beth Williams– As part of the Auburn Boulevard Complete Streets Phase 2 Project, crews will be closing a section of Auburn Boulevard overnight to install a new gateway…

San Juan Unified to offer free summer meals for youth

Sara Beth Williams–June 18, 2026

San Juan Unified School District is offering free summer meals for children 18 years of age and younger, providing breakfast and lunch at three designated school sites throughout the summer,…

Police: DUI checkpoint scheduled for Thursday night in Citrus Heights

Sara Beth Williams–June 18, 2026

The Citrus Heights Police Department announced on social media this week that officers plan to conduct a DUI and Driver’s License Checkpoint at an undisclosed location on Thursday, June 18…

‘Postcards from Citrus Heights’ photo contest winners announced

Sara Beth Williams–June 16, 2026

The City of Citrus Heights announced the winners of its community photo contest, dubbed ‘Postcards from Citrus Heights’ recognizing local photographers whose images highlighted the city’s urban forest…

Guest Column: Sacramento County Cannot Balance Its Budget on the Backs of Public Safety

Sara Beth Williams–June 16, 2026

In an update on social media posted on June 16, Sacramento County Board of Supervisors board member Rosario Rodriquez posted that the Board voted 4-1 on June 16 to reconsider…

Letter from the Mayor: Safe Neighborhoods Start with Neighbors

Sara Beth Williams–June 16, 2026

National Night Out helps strengthen relationships, build trust, and reinforce the shared responsibility we all have in keeping our neighborhoods safe and welcoming. Organized by neighborhood volunteers across the city,…

Former Kmart building to get jolt of new life as E-Bike Outlet

Sara Beth Williams–June 13, 2026

Plans are now underway to convert a long-vacant Auburn Boulevard building in Citrus Heights into a full-service e-bike dealership, with renovations expected to take place over the next year…

Major remodel transforms 1939 Citrus Heights home

Sara Beth Williams–June 13, 2026

An old 1939 home on the corner of Watson Way and Mariposa Avenue that sold one year ago continues to undergo a major remodel, with new roofing, and a complete…

2026 Citrus Heights Police Logs Spotlight: June 4-10

Sara Beth Williams–June 13, 2026

Latest police logs show a decrease in violence and threats, while showing an increase in fireworks calls….

Citrus Heights Council officially approves new City Hall mural design

Sara Beth Williams–June 13, 2026

The Citrus Heights City Council last week officially approved the winning design for a mural that will celebrate both Citrus Heights’ history and culture and America’s 250th anniversary.

Vandalism delays opening of new trampoline park in Citrus Heights

Sara Beth Williams–June 13, 2026

A new two-story trampoline adventure park had to postpone grand opening plans last week due to significant vandalism to their electrical system, according to police and owners of the building…

Roadwork Alert: Current and upcoming projects in Citrus Heights

Sara Beth Williams–June 13, 2026

A handful of upcoming roadwork projects are taking place this week on major corridors. Read on to find out where roadwork might impact your drive.

Letters to the Editor: Voting security, AI use in mural concepts

Sara Beth Williams–June 13, 2026

The latest Letters to the Editor discuss opinions on vote count security measures in California, and AI mural concept designs…

‘Coming Soon’ banner hints at new restaurant coming to Citrus Heights retail center

Sara Beth Williams–June 11, 2026

A new Brazilian restaurant appears to be coming soon to the Greenback Square shopping center in Citrus Heights…

City Council votes to retain Sayonara Drive street name for now

Sara Beth Williams–June 11, 2026

The Citrus Heights City Council voted unanimously to retain the name Sayonara Drive, while leaving the door open to future discussion of a name change…