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Deceased person found in bedroom after fire in Citrus Heights apartment
Citrus Heights Police are investigating after Metro Fire crews discovered a deceased person inside an apartment complex Monday morning…
False report of shooting prompts heavy police response, closure of Greenback Lane
Citrus Heights Police responded to the 6600 block of Greenback Lane near Dewey Drive on Saturday morning after receiving a call from a third party alleging a shooting had taken place at a local apartment…
City of Citrus Heights finalizes purchase of 1.7-acre preschool property. What’s next?
The City of Citrus Heights has officially closed on a property on Old Auburn Road that was formerly home to Citrus Heights Preschool, although plans for the property’s future use remain vague…
Citrus Heights to move forward on ‘sorely needed’ San Juan Ave roadway project
By Sara Beth Williams– The Citrus Heights City Council last month voted unanimously to approve a multi-million dollar contract for the first phase of roadway…
Obituary: Ralph Rhees (1937-2024)
Submitted by Eric Rhees– Ralph Rhees passed away January 18, 2024 at age 86 in his Citrus Heights home surrounded by family members. He was born in Ogden, Utah Sept. 27, 1937, to Horace and Elizabeth Rhees, the…
New information emerges in Citrus Heights attempted carjacking
A woman who was the victim of a violent attempted carjacking in a Citrus Heights neighborhood two years ago later received a letter in the mail reportedly identifying the suspect, although police confirmed…
Citrus Heights police arrest homeless man after fatal stabbing
The Citrus Heights Police Department on Monday night announced the arrest of a 35-year-old homeless man in connection with a fatal stabbing of another homeless man that occurred around 2 a.m. on Sunday…
Citrus Heights volunteers prepare for countywide homeless count
By Mike Hazlip— Volunteers in Citrus Heights and throughout Sacramento County are preparing to undertake this year’s “Point-in-Time” count of people experiencing homelessness…
The Civic Minute: What’s happening at Citrus Heights City Hall?
Sentinel staff report– The Citrus Heights City Council will meet this Thursday to address topics including potential approval of a $17,000 grant request from the Chamber of Commerce, adjustments to employee retirement contributions, and…
House fire near Citrus Heights border results in death of dog, cat, birds
By Mike Hazlip— Citrus Heights residents on Friday reported seeing a column of smoke near Dewey Drive and Lincoln Oaks Drive as emergency crews blocked off streets in the area due to a home fire…
Citrus Heights business district celebrating 25th anniversary, amid renewal effort
Sentinel staff report– The Sunrise MarketPlace Business Improvement District is marking its 25th anniversary in Citrus Heights with a year-long celebration, while simultaneously navigating a critical renewal process for the district to continue in operation…
Citrus Heights couple charged in $1M pandemic relief fraud scheme
Sentinel staff report– A Citrus Heights couple has been indicted on mail fraud and identity theft charges relating to false unemployment claims during the pandemic, according to the U.S. Department of Justice…
