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Citrus Heights Council greenlights commercial property reoccupancy program

Sara Beth Williams–February 12, 2026

The City Council Wednesday night officially gave the green light for the city to implement a new ordinance targeting vacant properties in the city, in hopes of motivating property owners…

New Citrus Heights juice shop to celebrate opening with music, food trucks

Sara Beth Williams–February 12, 2026

A new juice and ice cream shop in Citrus Heights is planning to celebrate their opening through a community event for all ages this Friday…

Citrus Heights Councilmember announces medical diagnosis, does not plan to resign

Sara Beth Williams–February 12, 2026

Citrus Heights City Councilmember Tim Schaefer announced at Wednesday night’s City Council meeting on Feb. 11 that he has been diagnosed with…

Suspect in custody following early morning vehicle arson in Citrus Heights

Sara Beth Williams–February 12, 2026

A Rancho Cordova man is in custody following an early morning vehicle fire that investigators are treating as an arson, according to the Citrus Heights Police Department…

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

Sara Beth Williams–February 10, 2026

The Citrus Heights City Council is expected on Tuesday to issue a proclamation recognizing Black History Month, receive and file a Quarterly Treasury Report, and consider a range of policy…

Citrus Heights City Council slated to make final decision on Commercial property reoccupancy program

Sara Beth Williams–February 10, 2026

The Citrus Heights City Council is slated to make its final decision on the Commercial Property Reoccupancy Program ordinance this upcoming City Council meeting, according to an agenda packet released…

7 Volunteer opportunities in Citrus Heights

Sara Beth Williams–February 10, 2026

If you’re looking for places to give back to the community, we’ve compiled a list of organizations with volunteer opportunities where residents can get involved this year in the city…

Man hospitalized after 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

Shop 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…