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City Council votes against implementing ‘daylighting’ fines, asks for revision

Sara Beth Williams–September 25, 2025

 The Citrus Heights City Council voted Wednesday 3-2 to postpone implementing parking violation fines in Citrus Heights that were proposed in light of California’s new “Daylighting” law.

Citrus Heights Council, police department, honor longtime city volunteer

Sara Beth Williams–September 25, 2025

The Citrus Heights community is mourning the loss of Charlotte Corothers, a police department volunteer who recently passed away.

What’s going on with Pinkberry’s Citrus Heights location?

Sara Beth Williams–September 25, 2025

A frozen yogurt chain expecting to open in Citrus Heights this summer has encountered delays according to the location’s owner.

Four arrested at latest DUI checkpoint in Citrus Heights

Sara Beth Williams–September 25, 2025

Four were arrested on DUI charges during the Citrus Heights Police Department’s latest DUI and driver’s license checkpoint, according to an update from the department.

Citrus Heights artist wins award, will be featured in PBS KVIE Art Auction

Sara Beth Williams–September 25, 2025

Local artist Susan Ballenger has earned a Juror Award in the Contemporary category of the PBS KVIE Art Auction for her piece “Underwater Rocks.

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

Sara Beth Williams–September 23, 2025

The Citrus Heights City Council is expected to hold both a special and regular city council meeting this Wednesday with an agenda that includes media training, two proclamations, updates from…

More ground spraying for mosquitos scheduled for Citrus Heights

Sara Beth Williams–September 23, 2025

The Sacramento-Yolo Mosquito and Vector Control District has announced plans to conduct ground spraying in parts of Sacramento County early Wednesday morning, July 2…

Citrus Heights Police response to reported gunfire leads to San Juan High shelter in place

Sara Beth Williams–September 23, 2025

Police activity near Greenback Lane led to a brief shelter-in-place Monday afternoon at San Juan High School, after officers received reports of gunshot allegedly fired inside a nearby tattoo parlor.

Stolen vehicle crashes into Citrus Heights business

Sara Beth Williams–September 23, 2025

A vehicle later discovered to be stolen crashed through the front of a small business in Citrus Heights in the early hours of Monday morning.

Sunrise Park District’s 75th anniversary jubilee to be held in Citrus Heights

Sara Beth Williams–September 20, 2025

By Sara Beth Williams– The Sunrise Recreation and Park District is marking a major milestone this fall with a 75th anniversary community jubilee, set for Saturday, Oct. 4, at Rusch…

San Juan High School Alum to host all-class reunion at Rusch Park

Sara Beth Williams–September 20, 2025

The San Juan Alumni Association is hosting an all-class picnic at Rusch Park this October. The event is open to all San Juan High School alumni, students, and past and…

Site of long-vacant Citrus Heights restaurant demoed, sign covered

Sara Beth Williams–September 20, 2025

The site of a long-vacant restaurant in Citrus Heights that was being demolished for several weeks has been cleared down to its foundation as of Friday…

New apartments under construction behind Sunrise Mall

Sara Beth Williams–September 20, 2025

After three years, amid controversy and delays with the project, heavy construction equipment could be seen this week on Sunrise Vista Drive…

Residents voice concerns over vacant properties in latest Citrus Heights survey

Sara Beth Williams–September 20, 2025

Citrus Heights residents spoke out about the city’s ongoing problem with vacant commercial properties, with hundreds weighing in through the latest FlashVote survey issued on Monday…

2025 Citrus Heights Police Logs Spotlight: Sept. 11-17

Sara Beth Williams–September 20, 2025

Latest police logs show a decrease in animal control calls while showing an increase in vehicle violations and homeless related calls…

Relaunch date delayed for Edify Church

Sara Beth Williams–September 19, 2025

The relaunch date for a local church in Citrus Heights which is changing its name to Edify Church, has been delayed until January, according to the new church’s pastor…

First SONIC in Citrus Heights now open

Sara Beth Williams–September 18, 2025

A new SONIC drive-in restaurant opened on Monday, marking the business’s first location to operate in Citrus Heights…

Citrus Heights plans Inaugural ‘Citrus Nights’ concert in the park

Sara Beth Williams–September 18, 2025

The City of Citrus Heights recently announced the first-ever ‘Citrus Nights’, a free community event that will include a concert in the park.

Citrus Heights HART to hold annual Spaghetti Fest

Sara Beth Williams–September 18, 2025

The Citrus Heights Homeless Assistance Resource Team is hosting its annual Spaghetti Fest fundraising event this October…

Bicyclist killed in collision near I-80 Riverside onramp

Sara Beth Williams–September 18, 2025

A 60-year-old Roseville man was killed Tuesday morning after being struck by a vehicle near the Interstate 80 on-ramp on Riverside Avenue, less than a mile outside of Citrus Heights.

Citrus Heights Police: DUI checkpoint scheduled for Saturday night

Sara Beth Williams–September 18, 2025

The Citrus Heights Police Department announced in a news release that officers plan to conduct a DUI and Driver’s License Checkpoint on Saturday…

Citrus Heights City Council awards $132K in grants to nine non-profits

Sara Beth Williams–September 16, 2025

The Citrus Heights City Council approved $132,000 in grant funding from the Non Profit Community Support Fund program to be allocated to nine different nonprofits.

Motorcyclist who died after police pursuit in Citrus Heights identified

Sara Beth Williams–September 16, 2025

A motorcyclist who died following a police pursuit and subsequent collision with a vehicle has been identified as…

New Citrus Heights FlashVote survey released on commercial vacancies

Sara Beth Williams–September 16, 2025

The city of Citrus Heights issued a new FlashVote survey on Monday, with questions focusing on commercial building vacancies…

Early morning fire near cell tower in Citrus Heights

Sara Beth Williams–September 16, 2025

Fire crews responded early Monday morning to reports of an exterior fire near a cell tower and commercial building at 6379 Tupelo Drive in Citrus Heights.