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Citrus Heights didn’t do a homeless count this year. Here’s why

Economic hardships surrounding the coronavirus pandemic have left questions regarding what the impact will be on homelessness. But, in Citrus Heights, those figures likely won’t be known until next year.

Citrus Heights pastor reflects on ups and downs of serving homeless during COVID-19 crisis

When the coronavirus pandemic first hit earlier this year, Greg Kaiser, senior pastor of Antelope Road Christian Fellowship, partnered with a local nonprofit to provide a place for setting up tents for the homeless, along with meals and…

DeAngelo hearing to be live-streamed. Here’s where to watch it online

A high-profile hearing involving the suspected Golden State Killer, Joseph James DeAngelo, will be held on Monday, June 29, at 9:30 a.m.

Citrus Heights votes to relax outdoor dining rules during pandemic

The Citrus Heights City Council voted Thursday to allow local restaurants to use up to 50% of their allocated parking spaces for outdoor dining, according to a statement released Friday.

LETTER: Why has wearing a mask become a political issue?

I’m a retired teacher, 70 years old next month, and am suffering with COPD. I try to take care of myself. I respect the COVID-19 precautions. But I do go to the grocery store because I just can’t…

Citrus Heights News Briefs: COVID-19, gym sued, $17k ring

Latest local news briefs include a local gym being sued for nearly $100,000 in back rent and other charges, the latest COVID-19 numbers, and a Citrus Heights diver finding a man’s $17,000 ring.

Sort Smart: 5 things you should know about what’s recyclable in Citrus Heights

Wondering if that bubble wrap, pizza box or broken glass jar should go in the recycling bin?

City to unveil vision for Sunrise Mall in June 30 online workshop

The City of Citrus Heights on Tuesday will unveil its preferred concept design for transforming Sunrise Mall into a “21st Century Main Street.” The unveiling will occur during a public workshop held online via Zoom at 5:30 p.m.…

What’s going on with the 56-acre housing development in Citrus Heights?

An expansive, 260-unit housing development and park trails project in Citrus Heights — approved nearly two years ago — was initially expected to have its first homes already built by 2020, but construction activity has been absent from…

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

Citrus Heights City Council members will meet Thursday night for a study session regarding opportunities for housing funding, followed by a regular meeting to vote on items related to street repaving, traffic data collection and a COVID-19 relief…