Major remodel proposed for Fire Station 23 in Citrus Heights
By Sara Beth Williams– — One of Citrus Heights’ local fire stations could soon be demolished to make way for a remodeled two-story, upgraded facility. A proposal to demolish Sacramento Metro Fire Station 23 on Greenback Lane is now pending review with the City of Citrus Heights. The proposed project consists of demolit
Peek inside Sacramento’s historic Railyards shop buildings as roof repairs begin
Sacramento’s most well-known holiday train wasn’t due to run for three months, but Robert Smith was busy doing an electrical upgrade for it. Smith, a California State Railroad Museum Foundation employee, was inside the Southern Pacific Railway Workshops at the Sacramento Railyards. The foundation and California State P
Fresno County Sheriff and DA call on Sacramento leaders to fix criminal justice system
FRESNO, Calif. (FOX26) — A man accused of stabbing a Fresno County deputy district attorney outside the Fresno Superior Courthouse has been identified, as county leaders renewed calls for tougher state laws they say would hold offenders more accountable. Fresno County District Attorney Lisa Smittcamp and Fresno County
Citrus Heights council to hear appeal over code violations at Antelope Road property
By Sara Beth Williams– — The Citrus Heights City Council is scheduled to hold a special council meeting this upcoming week involving an appeal hearing regarding an Order of Abatement issued for a large corner property at 7398 Antelope Rd. The agenda packet includes only a brief title...
Update: Man in critical condition following assault by armed suspect
By Sara Beth Williams– — One man is in critical condition following an assault at a Citrus Heights shopping center Thursday afternoon, police say. Just before 2:30 p.m. Citrus Heights Police officers responded to reports of an armed man who had assaulted another man at a shopping center at Auburn Boulevard and Greenbac
A look at the last businesses hanging on at Sunrise Mall
By Sara Beth Williams– — The steady exodus of businesses from Sunrise Mall has left five standing: JCPenney, Royal Stage Theater, Perfumes Luxe, T&Z Toys, Kay Jewelers and Tops Men’s Fashion. JCPenney: The Citrus Heights location stands as the last remaining anchor, having endured decades of economic...
Newsom promised to help Californians build new careers. Now, the money is running out
Standing in a West Sacramento high school cafeteria in 2023, Gov. Gavin Newsom promised fundamental reforms to the state’s job training programs. A few months later, he was in front of a fire truck in Modesto, and later, in a welding classroom in Redding, making the same promise. It...
12 Surprisingly Affordable Restaurants In Sacramento You Need To Try
A great meal feels even better when the check does not ruin the mood. Sacramento makes that possible more often than people expect. You can find satisfying plates and casual spots with enough personality to keep dinner interesting without turning outings into a splurge. That is where this list earns...
Roseville Toastmasters Club helps make public speaking fun
Learning the tricks of public speaking for fun and personal growth. Roseville, Calif.- Most people dread speaking before a group. Meanwhile, some 15,000 toastmasters clubs meet weekly around the world, to learn the tricks of public speaking for fun and personal growth. What does a toastmasters meeting look like? Each..
More Sacramento residents can now get a rebate for replacing older toilets
The City of Sacramento Department of Utilities has expanded its toilet rebate program, making more residential customers eligible to receive money back when replacing older, higher-flow toilets with water-efficient models. Eligible customers can now receive a rebate of up to $50 for replacing qualifying toilets manufac
