Rocklin, CA news on Friday, October 16, 2026
In Rocklin, CA on Friday, October 16, 2026: Placer County K9 shot in standoff; Rampart Fire reported today. Also: Tonight: Rocklin High Thunder face Whitney High Wildcats in Quarry Bowl rivalry football game in Rocklin; PG&E expects Sierra foothills wind to ease, helping restore power to customers affected by recent shutoffs. Weather: Mostly clear skies today with temperatures between 59–86°F and light winds.
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Headlines
- Armed woman shot by Placer County deputies after shooting sheriff's K9 Sonic during barricade standoff in Penryn this morning.KCRA · · Around
News & local government
- PG&E expects Sierra foothills wind to ease, helping restore power to customers affected by recent shutoffs.Abridged – PBS KVIE · · Around
- Placer County Water Agency breaks ground on Ophir Water Treatment Plant project in the region.The Placer Sentinel | · · Around
Safety & emergencies
- Rampart Fire reported in Placer County on October 16, details on containment and evacuation status developing.Sacramento Bee · · Around
- Old Fire in Placer County burned 0.3 acres on October 16, contained by firefighting efforts.Modesto Bee · · Around
Sports
Community & volunteering
- Rocklin hosts Medication Take-Back event on October 24 to safely dispose of unused prescriptions and medications.Gold Mountain California News Media ·
- Placer County youth group hosts skateboard competition to kick off Red Ribbon Week awareness campaign.YubaNet · · Around
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