Citrus Heights Police Department to Host Innovative Hiring Clinic for Aspiring Officers
The Citrus Heights Police Department is opening its doors for something novel – a first-of-its-kind Hiring Clinic for individuals considering a career in law enforcement. The social media announcement from the department invites the community to engage with officers and staff in an informal setting. Slated for...
CHP highlights new laws going into effect in 2026
(FOX40.COM) — The California Highway Patrol highlighted public safety laws that will go into effect next year.Video above: Officials discuss dangers of driving in the Sierra winter snow CHP stated this is part of its effort to keep the public informed so they can make safe choices for themselves and their families....
22 businesses Citrus Heights said goodbye to in 2025
By Sara Beth Williams– — While many businesses opened in Citrus Heights this year, multiple businesses have also shuttered — with a dozen of those occurring inside Sunrise Mall. A list of stores that closed in 2025 is included below, while a list of local stores that...
Man shot in leg twice in South Sacramento, suspect at large
(FOX40.COM) — A man was shot in South Sacramento on Saturday afternoon, according to the Sacramento County Sheriff’s Office. Video Above: Newman community remembers fallen officer Cpl. Ronil Singh Officials said they received a call around 3:20 p.m. regarding a shooting on Bogey Court. The sheriff’s office learned...
Folsom Quilters Guild celebrates 40 Years with workshops and show
The Folsom Quilters Guild is marking its 40th anniversary with a series of events featuring nationally recognized fiber artist Linda Schmidt and a three-day quilt show in February. Schmidt, founder of Short Attention Span Quilting, will present "Down and Dirty Design" at 7 p.m. Jan. 13, 2026, at the Folsom...
California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) Announces Official Winter Seasonal Closure of State Route 89...
December 26, 2025 - ALPINE COUNTY – The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) has issued the official winter seasonal closure of State Route 89 (Monitor Pass) at the State Route 4/89 Junction, as of 11:00 a.m. on Friday, December 26, 2025. The recent storms, and accumulation of snow, have...
Skate Your Heart Out for Free at Downtown Sacramento Ice Rink with Special Days...
The Downtown Sacramento Ice Rink will offer three free skate days on Dec. 27, Jan. 3, and Jan. 10 at Ali Youssefi Square at 7th and K streets. According to ABC10, free skating is available from 10 a.m. to noon, with regular rates applying outside those hours—$15 for adults and $8 for children.
Kwanzaa celebrations begin in the Sacramento region
Kwanzaa began 59 years ago and today, it's become a way to educate youth about Pan African struggles and achievements in the past.
Sacramento, California Weather Alert: Dense Fog Now, Chilly Nights Ahead as New Year’s Travel...
Country Herald is Local News, Independent Pulse. Covering breaking local news, sports, lifestyle and events. California greets the morning wrapped in thick valley fog, with headlights glowing softly through low visibility and damp air clinging to the Sacramento region. Side streets feel quiet, but conditions can...
Michigan-Based Haraz Coffee House Expanding to Natomas
It looks like Haraz Coffee House’s Sacramento-area growth spurt isn’t slowing down anytime soon. The Michigan-based Yemeni coffee chain is preparing to open a new location at 3642 N Freeway Blvd, Suite 200 in Natomas, according to a recently filed Commercial Remodel permit. The 2,389-square-foot space is set to...

















