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‘Birthday party’ draws 250 to local Airbnb, officials say

Sara Beth Williams–April 7, 2026

A large birthday party drew an estimated 200 to 250 people to an Airbnb on Dunmore Avenue in Citrus Heights over the weekend…

The Civic Minute: What’s happening at Citrus Heights City Hall?

Sara Beth Williams–April 7, 2026

The Citrus Heights City Council is expected on Wednesday to issue several proclamations, receive annual reports from multiple city departments, review major infrastructure and funding items, and consider adopting a…

40-year-old man arrested on possession, distribution of child porn

Sara Beth Williams–April 7, 2026

A Sacramento man was arrested Sunday night following what Citrus Heights Police described as a months-long investigation into child sexual abuse material…

The rise and fall of Sunrise Mall: The rise of a regional icon

Sara Beth Williams–April 4, 2026

Over the last five decades, the corner of Sunrise Boulevard and Greenback Lane has transformed dramatically, rising up from cow pastures into a bustling indoor mall…

April Events: What’s going on in Citrus Heights

Sara Beth Williams–April 4, 2026

From garden sales and live music to civic events and community fundraisers, residents have a wide variety of opportunities for community engagement and fun…

Longtime Mexican restaurant in Citrus Heights plans expansion

Sara Beth Williams–April 4, 2026

A family-owned Mexican market and taqueria in Citrus Heights is planning to expand its restaurant space by taking over the neighboring suite, according to the Valencia family…

Meet the owners of Citrus Heights’ newest shipping, mailbox store

Sara Beth Williams–April 4, 2026

A new family-owned shipping and mailbox rental store is preparing to open its doors in Citrus Heights, offering residents a range of shipping and business services…

Popular Citrus Heights bakery reopens across the border

Sara Beth Williams–April 4, 2026

A popular bakery known for its unique creations of cookies, cupcakes, and cakes and vegan options, has relocated to a suite in Fair Oaks, just over the border from Citrus…

2026 Citrus Heights Police Logs Spotlight: March 26-April 1

Sara Beth Williams–April 4, 2026

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

Second Grocery Outlet opens in Citrus Heights

Sara Beth Williams–April 2, 2026

Another Grocery Outlet opened in Citrus Heights on Thursday, after months of construction and weeks of preparation stocking shelves…

Travel expo coming Citrus Heights

Sara Beth Williams–April 2, 2026

A travel-focused community event is coming to the Citrus Heights Event Center where local residents will have an opportunity to explore vacation options, meet travel experts, and learn about destinations…

Annexation proposal at southern Citrus Heights border stalls amid property owners’ uncertainty

Sara Beth Williams–April 2, 2026

The proposed plan to annex a five-and-a-half-acre section of unincorporated Sacramento County on the southern border of Citrus Heights won’t be moving forward anytime soon…

Construction continues on apartments behind Sunrise Mall

Sara Beth Williams–April 2, 2026

After a year of construction, a set of three-story apartment buildings behind Sunrise Mall is progressing along, with exterior windows and doors added beyond scaffolding wrapped around the buildings….

City highlights successes in roads, safety, economic development

Sara Beth Williams–March 31, 2026

The city listed dozens of accomplishments through 2025, including multiple successes in economic development, community engagement, public safety and roads and construction.

Who’s running for Congress in District 6?

Sara Beth Williams–March 31, 2026

The race for Congress is heating up as multiple candidates have stepped up to run to represent District 6, including the mayor of West Sacramento, the Sacramento County District Attorney,…

Who’s running for State Assembly District 7?

Sara Beth Williams–March 31, 2026

Candidates on both sides of the political aisle are running for State Assembly District 7 this year, with current incumbent Josh Hoover having confirmed he is running for reelection.

Verbal disturbance involving teens prompts police response at local apartments

Sara Beth Williams–March 28, 2026

Police responded Thursday evening to a reported verbal disturbance involving several minors at a local apartment complex on Sunrise Boulevard…

$21M San Juan High School stadium project nears completion

Sara Beth Williams–March 28, 2026

The newly modernized football stadium at San Juan High School is nearing completion, with a ribbon cutting expected to take place at the end of April, district officials said Wednesday…

2026 Citrus Heights Police Logs Spotlight: March 19-25

Sara Beth Williams–March 28, 2026

Latest Citrus Heights police logs show a decrease in traffic accidents, and an increase in homeless-related incidents. Below are the latest police incident logs from March 19-25, 2026. ..

Survey Results: Citrus Heights residents rank roads, safety as top priorities

Sara Beth Williams–March 28, 2026

Results from the latest FlashVote survey issued by the city of Citrus Heights show that road conditions, public safety and security, and community cleanliness continue to rank as top priorities…

Local housing analyst: Prices down slightly in region for 2026

Sara Beth Williams–March 28, 2026

The spring real estate market in Citrus Heights and the surrounding region is beginning to take shape, with softer housing prices overall compared to last year, local real estate appraiser…

Citrus Heights bakery relocating just across the border

Sara Beth Williams–March 28, 2026

A popular bakery is moving from the Marketplace at Birdcage to a new suite down the street just outside the border of Citrus Heights…

Citrus Heights man with deep roots celebrates 100th birthday

Sara Beth Williams–March 28, 2026

One of the oldest living residents of Citrus Heights recently marked a major milestone, celebrating his 100th birthday surrounded by family and friends…

New nail lounge coming to Marketplace at Birdcage

Sara Beth Williams–March 26, 2026

A new luxury nail and beauty lounge is expected to open this summer. at the Marketplace at Birdcage, the salon’s owner says.

Driver hospitalized after collision near San Juan High School

Sara Beth Williams–March 26, 2026

One driver allegedly ran a red light, according to the Citrus Heights Police Department.