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SCDSA Endorses Josh Hoover for Assembly

Feb 23, 2026 04:26PM ● By Josh Hoover for Assembly News Release

On Feb. 17, Assemblyman Josh Hoover announced that he has received the endorsement of the Sacramento County Deputy Sheriffs' Association (SCDSA) for his reelection campaign in Assembly District 7.

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Citrus Heights Faces Decision on Future of Waste Services Contract, Possible Rate Increase

Feb 23, 2026 12:38PM ● By Thomas J. Sullivan

The Citrus Heights City Council will decide at its next regular meeting on Wednesday, February 25, following a 60-day negotiating period with Republic Services

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Council Approves History and Arts Grants, Establishes Youth Commission

Feb 17, 2026 11:42AM ● By Shaunna Boyd

The Citrus Heights City Council recognized February as national Black History Month.

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Hoover Demands Audit of Failed 911 Project

Feb 17, 2026 10:44AM ● By Assemblyman Josh Hoover News Release

Calls for accountability in collapsed emergency system overhaul

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Newsom Signs Bill That Strips Veterans of Choice, Delays Access to Earned Benefits

Feb 16, 2026 12:57PM ● By Assemblyman Jeff Gonzalez News Release

Feb. 10, Governor Gavin Newsom signed Senate Bill 694 (Archuleta), a measure promoted as “protecting Veterans,” but one that ultimately restricts their freedom to choose how they access earned disability benefits.

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Duplex Project Proposed for Lot Near Veterans Center

Feb 10, 2026 10:42AM ● By Thomas J. Sullivan, photos by Thomas J. Sullivan

A preliminary site plan to split two vacant lots for the purpose of constructing two duplex residential units on 6941 Sylvan Road next door to the Veterans Community Center is under review by the Citrus Heights Planning Department.

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Assembly Democrats Refuse to Stop a Double Tax on Drivers

Feb 09, 2026 04:07PM ● By Assembly Republican Caucus News Release

Lawmakers vote against stopping a per-mile driving tax from being added on top of the gas tax

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Capital Caucus Members Elect Inaugural Leadership Team

Feb 04, 2026 08:59AM ● By Capital Caucus News Release

The Capital Caucus announced Jan. 28 that its members have elected the new Sacramento-based regional caucus’s first leadership team.

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Council Approves Registration Ordinance for Vacant Commercial Buildings

Feb 03, 2026 03:09PM ● By Shaunna Boyd

During public comments at the Jan. 28 meeting of the Citrus Heights City Council, resident Bethany Brown urged the council to “pass or reaffirm legislation that would ensure community safety and uphold the fundamental rights that are guaranteed by the United States Constitution.”

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Capitol Talk, Local Impact

Jan 27, 2026 10:21AM ● By Ornella Rossi

State budget challenges, homelessness and public safety took center stage Tuesday, Jan. 20 as Assemblyman Josh Hoover addressed local business and community leaders at the January 2026 ACCESS Citrus Heights Luncheon.

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Vacant Commercial Property Ordinance Faces City Council Review

Jan 22, 2026 02:27PM ● By Thomas J. Sullivan

Members of the Citrus Heights City Council will take up for discussion a draft vacant commercial building ordinance as an agenda item at their next regular meeting at 6 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 28 at City Hall.

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California's Budget Underscores Agriculture's Role

Jan 20, 2026 12:30PM ● By California Farm Bureau News Release

Gov. Gavin Newsom’s proposed budget highlights California’s continued focus on wildfire response, climate resilience and water infrastructure but leaves gaps in direct support and regulatory alignment for agriculture and rural communities, according to California Farm Bureau President Shannon Douglass.

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Council Honors Outgoing Mayor

Jan 20, 2026 09:19AM ● By Shaunna Boyd

At the Jan. 14 meeting, the Citrus Heights City Council honored Councilmember Jayna Karpinski-Costa for her service as mayor, a role she held for more than a year.

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A Letter from the Mayor

Jan 06, 2026 10:38AM ● By MariJane Lopez-TaffMayor, City of Citrus Heights

A Letter from the newly appointed mayor of Citrus Heights, MariJane Lopez-Taff

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Hoover Named Legislator of the Year by California Distillers Association

Dec 23, 2025 12:25PM ● By Assemblyman Josh Hoover News Release

Recently, Assemblyman Josh Hoover (R-Folsom) announced that The California Distillers Association named him as its 2025 Legislator of the Year.

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Council Discusses Possible Restrictions on Food Truck Operations

Dec 16, 2025 03:09PM ● By Shaunna Boyd

The council discussed possible updates to the city’s code regarding mobile food vendors operating on private property for more than two hours at a time.

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Mari Jane Lopez-Taff Sworn in as Mayor

Dec 16, 2025 03:04PM ● By Thomas J. Sullivan

The city of Citrus Heights has welcomed a new mayor, with Mari Jane Lopez-Taff assuming her duties at last Wednesday’s city council meeting following a unanimous vote.

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SacRT Secures Over $126 Million to Advance Transit, Housing, Climate Goals

Dec 16, 2025 11:33AM ● By Sacramento Regional Transit (SacRT) News Release

he Sacramento Regional Transit District (SacRT) is proud to announce it has been awarded three grants totaling $25.8 million through the Affordable Housing and Sustainable Communities (AHSC) Round 9 program.

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Board Approves Flexible Housing Pool to Address Homelessness

Dec 16, 2025 10:04AM ● By Sacramento County News Release

On Dec. 9, the Board of Supervisors approved a multi-year plan to launch a Flexible Housing Pool (FHP).

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Niello on Legislation, Budget Concerns

Dec 02, 2025 12:12PM ● By Ornella Rossi and photos by Ornella Rossi

Policy Talk Over Chamber Lunch

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DA Thien Ho Launches 'The People vs. The Golden State Killer'

Nov 24, 2025 02:56PM ● By Books Forward News Release

Sacramento County District Attorney Thien Ho celebrated the launch of his new book, “The People vs. the Golden State Killer,” at the Sacramento Central Library's Tsakopoulos Library Galleria on Nov. 12.

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Council Approves Negotiations with Republic Services

Nov 18, 2025 11:13AM ● By Shaunna Boyd

The Citrus Heights City Council members at their Nov. 12 meeting considered a $1.47-million contract for design services with REY Engineering Inc. for the 2026 and 2027 Pavement Restoration projects.

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Tunnel to Towers Races Through Sacramento

Nov 04, 2025 10:50AM ● By Abbey Wicks

On Nov. 1, about 300 participants ran in Tunnel to Towers Foundation’s fifth annual 5k Run & Walk in William Land Park.

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California Secretary of State Shirley N. Weber, Ph.D., Announces More Than 5.4 Million California Voters Signed Up to Track Their Ballots

Oct 30, 2025 09:53AM ● By Shirley N. Weber, Ph.D., California Secretary of State News Release

California Secretary of State Shirley N. Weber, Ph.D., announced today that more than 5.4 million California voters have signed up to track their ballots.

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Voting in California’s 2025 Special Election

Oct 23, 2025 12:15PM ● By Shirley N. Weber, Ph.D. California Secretary of State

How to Make Sure Your Ballot is Secure and Counted

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Hundreds of City Workers, Union Members, Cardroom Employees Protest Attorney General Bonta

Oct 22, 2025 02:41PM ● By California Gaming Association News Release

The proposed regulations are unnecessary and punitive, as the games are lawful under California law and have been operating for decades.

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County Responds to Special Election Ballot Envelope Concerns

Oct 14, 2025 10:39AM ● By Sacramento County News Release

Sacramento County Department of Voter Registration and Elections staff recently learned about online posts concerning the Nov. 4 Statewide Special Election ballot and envelope. (Proposition 50 is on the ballot.)

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Sephora Settles Over Hazardous Waste Violations

Oct 07, 2025 02:06PM ● By Sacramento County District Attorney’s Office News Release

The Sacramento County District Attorney’s Office, in conjunction with 24 District Attorney’s and City Attorney’s Offices, has reached a $775,000 settlement with Sephora USA regarding the alleged improper handling of hazardous waste generated as part of Sephora’s retail operations.

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Voting Begins for Statewide Special Election

Oct 07, 2025 01:42PM ● By Sacramento County News Release

Early Voting Encouraged for Nov. 4 Special Election

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Council Honors Firefighters

Sep 30, 2025 01:12PM ● By Shaunna Boyd

Citrus Heights Councilmember Porsche Middleton read a proclamation recognizing October as Firefighter Appreciation Month during the Sept. 24 Citrus Heights City Council meeting.

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Council Approves Funding for Local Nonprofits

Sep 15, 2025 06:14PM ● By Shaunna Boyd

Citrus Heights City Council members heard a Homeless Regional Collaboration Model presentation by Sacramento County at its Sept. 10 meeting.

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Sacramento Region Leaders Celebrate Ozone Attainment Milestone

Sep 05, 2025 10:03AM ● By Yolo-Solano Air Quality Management District News Release

At a joint press conference today, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Pacific Southwest Region Administrator Josh F.W. Cook joined local Sacramento leaders to celebrate the region’s successful attainment of the 2008 National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS) for ground-level ozone by the 2024 deadline.

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Council Approves Field Haven Lease for Animal Services

Sep 02, 2025 06:47PM ● By Shaunna Boyd

At the Aug. 27 meeting, the Citrus Heights City Council considered leasing a city-owned property to Field Haven Feline Center, a nonprofit animal welfare agency, for the operation of a veterinary service center.

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Vacant Commercial Property Ordinance Addressed

Aug 26, 2025 10:03AM ● By Thomas J. Sullivan

The City of Citrus Heights addressed the growing number of vacant commercial buildings in the city by introducing its draft of a proposed commercial property re-occupancy ordinance in a public workshop Aug. 11 at City Hall.

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Congressman Bera Discusses Community Issues

Aug 20, 2025 01:38PM ● By Seth Henderson

Congressman Ami Bera, M.D., spoke for about 30 minutes Aug. 7 about the state of the country and the county at the informal monthly Tri-Communities Lunch Bunch meeting in North Highlands and then answered questions for about 25 minutes.

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