Skip to main content

Rancho Cordova Independent

Police & Fire

Last Updated: Jul 14, 2026 10:52AM • Subscribe via RSS • ATOM

The California Conservation Corps at 50: Fulfilling Its Promise

Jul 14, 2026 10:52AM ● By Senator Roger Niello

As the Vice Chair of the State Senate Budget and Fiscal Review Committee, I have seen my share of well-intentioned programs that simply didn’t work as advertised. But one program, inaugurated 50 years ago this July, stands out as a shining example of a government effort that has fulfilled its promise

Read More »
firefighters
Salvage Yard Fire Damages Hundreds of Vehicles

Jul 07, 2026 12:55PM ● By MPG Staff

A large fire at a commercial auto salvage yard in Rancho Cordova damaged or destroyed hundreds of vehicles Friday July 3 around 5:45 p.m., prompting a massive response from firefighters across Sacramento County.

Read More »
Rancho Cordova Police Chief Shaun Hampton
Residents Connect with Officers at Annual ‘Chicken with the Chief’

Jul 07, 2026 12:35PM ● By MPG Staff

Community members gathered June 25 at Chick-fil-A Rivergate Cordova for the Rancho Cordova Police Department’s annual “Chicken with the Chief” event, an outreach initiative designed to strengthen connections between residents and local law enforcement.

Read More »
Citizens Academy
RCPD Accepting Applications for Fall 2026 Citizens Academy

Jun 23, 2026 09:53AM ● By MPG Staff

The Rancho Cordova Police Department (RCPD) is now accepting applications for its Fall 2026 Citizens Academy, a free 11-week program designed to give community members an inside look at local law enforcement and the criminal justice system.

Read More »
AED
Making Every Beat Count

Jun 22, 2026 02:06PM ● By Ornella Rossi

Metro Fire strengthens the chain of survival with HeartSafe Community initiative

Read More »
fireworks
Rancho Cordova Cracks Down on Illegal Fireworks

Jun 18, 2026 11:57AM ● By Ornella Rossi

As Fourth of July celebrations approach, Rancho Cordova officials are sending a clear message: launching illegal fireworks could cost far more than a night of entertainment.

Read More »
The People Vs. The Golden State Killer
Golden State Killer’s Cordova Ties Recounted at May Luncheon

May 19, 2026 02:50PM ● By Abbey Wicks

The Rancho Cordova Chamber of Commerce welcomed Sacramento County District Attorney Thien Ho to the Cordova Community Luncheon on May 15.

Read More »
Rancho Cordova Police Department
Coordinated Retail Theft Suspects Apprehended by RCPD and SSO

Apr 06, 2026 01:46PM ● By City of Rancho Cordova News Release

Recently, Rancho Cordova Police Department (RCPD) officers and Sacramento County Sheriff’s Office (SSO) deputies responded to a local department store, after receiving information that three subjects who stole items from the same department store in Citrus Heights, Elk Grove, Davis and Sacramento were possibly headed to Rancho Cordova to commit more retail theft.

Read More »
beer
RCPD Awarded $82,000 Grant to Reduce Alcohol-Related Harm

Apr 06, 2026 12:27PM ● By City of Rancho Cordova News Release

The Rancho Cordova Police Department (RCPD) is pleased to announce that it has been awarded an $82,000 grant from the California Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) to reduce alcohol-related harm in its community

Read More »
Rancho Cordova Police Department’s new Assistant Chief
Meet RCPD’s New Assistant Chief, Quis Formoli

Apr 06, 2026 12:05PM ● By City of Rancho Cordova News Release

Assistant Chief Quis Formoli brings over 26 years of law enforcement experience, with a career spanning patrol, investigations, custody operations, communications and executive leadership.

Read More »
mail box
Community Meeting on Mail Theft Scheduled for March 25

Mar 16, 2026 05:15PM ● By City of Rancho Cordova News Release

The City of Rancho Cordova is hosting a community meeting focused on mail theft prevention on Wednesday, March 25, at 5:30 p.m. at the Rancho Cordova Police Department, 2897 Kilgore Road.

Read More »
traffic camera
Residents Raise Camera Privacy Concerns

Mar 10, 2026 10:50AM ● By Ornella Rossi

Historic preservation discussiThe Rancho Cordova City Council discussed preserving historic sites, received an update on local policing and reviewed the city’s mid-year financial outlook during its March 2 meeting.on and midyear financial report also presented to council

Read More »
pills
CHP Seeks Answers Following Fentanyl Findings

Mar 02, 2026 01:06PM ● By California Highway Patrol News Release

The California Highway Patrol (CHP) is conducting a thorough review of the findings in the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner’s report issued Feb. 23 regarding the death of Officer Miguel Cano.

Read More »
February Rancho Cordova Luncheon Sacramento County Sheriff police department
A System Failing Victims

Feb 24, 2026 10:44AM ● By Ornella Rossi

Sheriff urges vigilance, legislative change

Read More »
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.

Read More »
police officer
Rancho Cordova Appoints Shaun Hampton as Chief of Police

Feb 16, 2026 01:10PM ● By City of Rancho Cordova News Release

Current Chief Matt Tamayo to Retire in March

Read More »
bingo
When Bingo Calls, Community Answers

Feb 16, 2026 01:08PM ● By Ornella Rossi

There were plenty of “Bingo!” calls echoing through the community room Tuesday morning at Summerset Senior Living Rancho Cordova, but the real win was connection.

Read More »
drinking driving
California Lawmakers Strike Back at DUI Repeat Offenders

Feb 16, 2026 12:33PM ● By Assemblyman Tom Lackey News Release

After witnessing the devastation caused by drunk drivers firsthand, former California Highway Patrol (CHP) Sergeant Assemblyman Tom Lackey (R-Palmdale) is partnering with Assemblywoman Cottie Petrie-Norris (D-Irvine) and Senator Bob Archuleta (D-Pico Rivera) to protect victims, and hold repeat DUI offenders accountable.

Read More »
officer using bus
SacRT Announces Police Services Staffing Transition

Jan 12, 2026 05:02PM ● By Sacramento Regional Transit (SacRT) News Release

The Sacramento Regional Transit District (SacRT) has announced a transition in its Police Services Department staffing, which went into effect Jan. 10 After nearly 34 years of dedicated service.

Read More »
CHP Rings in the New Year With Holiday Enforcement Period

Dec 30, 2025 12:13PM ● By California Highway Patrol (CHP) News Release

The California Highway Patrol (CHP) is ringing in 2026 by launching a New Year’s Holiday Enforcement Period (HEP).

Read More »
Defendant Sentenced for Felony Insurance Fraud

Dec 23, 2025 01:24PM ● By Sacramento County District Attorney’s Office News Release

Jordan Roy Lester pled to felony insurance fraud and was sentenced to 270 days county jail, two years formal probation and was ordered to pay restitution in the amount of $232,829 to the California Highway Patrol (CHP)

Read More »
Defendant Convicted of Sexually Abusing Two Girls

Dec 23, 2025 11:51AM ● By Sacramento County District Attorney’s Office News Release

Robinson faces a maximum sentence of 162 years and 4 months to life in prison.

Read More »
'Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over'

Dec 16, 2025 09:53AM ● By City of Sacramento Police Department News Release

The holiday season can be dangerous for people on the roads.

Read More »
Final Cadet Class of the Year Graduates

Dec 08, 2025 06:18PM ● By California Highway Patrol News Release

Graduation Caps Year of Record Hiring and Rising Interest in Law Enforcement Careers

Read More »
highway, patrol, California, State, Department of Transportation, driving, safety, seat belt, click, it, ticket
CLICK IT. DON'T RISK IT. CHP THANKSGIVING SAFETY REMINDER

Nov 24, 2025 01:10PM ● By California Highway Patrol News Release

Officers focus on seat belt use, impaired driving and safe travel during one of the year’s busiest weekends

Read More »
Multiple Arrests Made After Officers Uncover Multijurisdictional Retail Theft Enterprise

Nov 06, 2025 12:34PM ● By California Highway Patrol News Release

In September 2025, the California Highway Patrol (CHP) Valley Division Organized Retail Crime Task Force (ORCTF) received an investigation referral from The Home Depot regarding a subject involved in a sophisticated fraud and theft scheme.

Read More »
fire, engine, department, district, station, truck, USA, America, Community, open house, event, kids, people, family, adults, skills, technique, training
Early Morning Fire Damages Former Epoch Casino

Nov 03, 2025 01:39PM ● By MPG Staff

Vacant Rancho Cordova Building Catches Fire

Read More »
California Highway Patrol Launches Halloween Maximum Enforcement to Target Impaired Drivers

Oct 29, 2025 10:19AM ● By California Highway Patrol News Release

The California Highway Patrol (CHP) will launch a 12-hour Maximum Enforcement Period (MEP) from 6 p.m. Friday, Oct. 31, through 6 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 1, to protect motorists and prevent impaired driving.

Read More »
An eBike
Riding Smart in Rancho Cordova

Aug 13, 2025 10:19AM ● By City of Rancho Cordova News Release

The recent rise in popularity of eBikes and eScooters has raised questions as to what traffic rules apply to them and their usage on streets and bike paths.

Read More »
Council Acts on Illegal Fireworks and Regional Appointments

Aug 11, 2025 05:48PM ● By Ornella Rossi

The City Council convened its scheduled meeting on Aug. 4 to discuss several key city matters, including council appointments to regional boards, commissions and committees, as well as enforcement efforts related to illegal fireworks and temporary fireworks stands.

Read More »
Robert Topper, the assistant special agent in charge for the San Francisco Field Division of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives, speaks at
Law Enforcement Partnership Yields 24 Narcotics Arrests

Jul 22, 2025 10:22AM ● By Sacramento County District Attorney’s Office News Release

The Sacramento Police Department, along with the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) and the Sacramento County District Attorney’s Office announced the results of a recent operation focused on maintaining safety and quality of life in the central city.

Read More »
Sacramento County Sheriff’s Office News Release
Immigration Enforcement Operations in Sacramento County

Jul 18, 2025 08:52AM ● By Sacramento County Sheriff’s Office News Release

Deputies responded to an incomplete 911 call and found the Florin Home Depot parking lot clear.

Read More »
On-going Investigation for Fatal Hit and Run

Jun 27, 2025 01:05PM ● By California Highway Patrol News Release

On Friday, June 27, at approximately 5:17 a.m., the California Highway Patrol (CHP) received reports of a pedestrian down in the lanes of traffic on southbound State Route (SR-99) north of Fruitridge Road.

Read More »
The California Highway Patrol (CHP) graduated six newly-trained K-9 teams
CHP Unleashes Six New K-9 Teams

Jun 03, 2025 11:24AM ● By California Highway Patrol News Release

The California Highway Patrol (CHP) graduated six newly trained K-9 teams May 22 at its West Sacramento K-9 training facility, marking a significant step in bolstering public safety across the state.

Read More »
The CHP continues to seek motivated individuals who are ready to make a difference in communities throughout California.
CHP Expands Ranks With 133 New Officers

Jun 03, 2025 11:08AM ● By California Highway Patrol News Release

More than 360 officers have been sworn in so far in 2025 as the department continues a statewide push to enhance public safety

Read More »

Current Issue

Read It Now

View Past Issues
Sacramento County Legal ads Click on this image to learn more about placing legal ads in the Messenger Publishing Groups publications
Sacramento Rancho Cordova Grapevine Independent - Memorial ads
Sacramento Rancho Cordova Grapevine Independent Arrest Records
Sacramento Rancho Cordova Grapevine Independent Donated to support local journalism Click on this image to donate to the Rancho Cordova Grapevine Independent to keep local journalism alive
Sacramento - Rancho Cordova Grapevine Independent Make the Rest of your life the Best of your life Click on this image of a mature couple to find resources and articles for mature singles
Sacramento Rancho Cordova Click on this ad to find archives of past Rancho Cordova Grapevine Independent newspapers
Sacramento Rancho Cordova Grapevine Independent Image of fresh food Click on this ad for KP International Market to go to their website
Sacramento Rancho Cordova Click on this ad for First US Community Credit Union to be taken to their website
Sacramento Rancho Cordova Click on this ad for Cogir of Stock Ranch Senior Living Facility to learn more about their services
Sacramento Rancho Cordova Click on this ad for Pinnacle Employee Services to learn more about their HR Payroll and Benefits services for businesses
Sacramento Rancho Cordova Click on this ad for American River Chiropractic to learn more about their Chiropractic Memberships
Sacramento Rancho Cordova Call 916-728-5812 to learn more about Superior Landscaping Services company
Sacramento Rancho Cordova Image of Sacramento Choral Society and Orchestra Click on this ad to learn more about Sacramento Choral Society and Orchestra schedule and buy tickets
Sacramento Rancho Cordova Image of Sacramento River Cats Baseball Team Click on this ad to learn more about River Cats Baseball schedule and to buy tickets
Sacramento Image of the Milky Way Click on this ad to learn more about the programs and events at Aero Space Museum of California and to buy tickets
Sacramento Click on this ad to learn more about the Tunnel to Towers Foundation An organization helping disabled Veterans and Homeless veterans find housing and support
Upcoming Events Near You