A vehicle pursuit that spanned two counties came to an end near a Roseville water park, according to the Placer County Sheriff's Office. Deputies initiated a pursuit around 3:30 p.m. on Interstate 80 in the Penryn area for reckless driving.

Former Major League Baseball relief pitcher Danny Serafini was convicted of murdering his father-in-law, Gary Spohr. He was also convicted of attempted murder of his mother-in-law, Wendy Wood.

Just west of Roseville, a stretch of open fields that might seem ordinary to the average person is now permanently protected, thanks to a major land purchase aimed at preserving critical habitat for threatened species.

Initial location: Stardust Lane, Lincoln, Placer County, Calif. Stardust Fire initially started 1:08 p.m. July 12 in Placer County, California. Since its discovery 18 hours ago, it has burned 12.2 acres. At this time, details about the containment of the fire are unknown.

Placer County has bought 264 acres just outside the city of Roseville for conservation, using state grants. Industrial project near airport faces legal challenge What AKT is doing with 581 acres it owns in Placer County © 2025 American City Business Journals.

Placer County's SPCA is taking in more animals than ever before as the region continues to grow. This week is often one of their busiest times of year, with pets getting spooked and running away due to fireworks.

A new wildfire was reported today at 5:28 p.m. in Placer County, California. Gold Fire has been burning on private land. At this time, the containment status is unknown and the cause of the fire remains undetermined.

The men vanished after jumping into the icy water near Soda Springs on June 18, officials said. Stockton diver Juan Heredia found them Sunday.

A high-speed chase that spanned multiple counties in the Sacramento region ended in a crash in the city of Davis, officials said Wednesday night.

Congressman Kevin Kiley announced Friday that California transportation agencies had won a $22.5 million federal grant to add a third southbound lane on 1.4 miles of Highway 65 in Rocklin.