Yes, street racing is still quite popular these days. We have a long straight road in my rural area and the tire marks at the starting area are very evident. I am sure the police know about it too as I saw a CHP hiding out in a vineyard one evening.
Occasionally there are broken down ricers on the side of the road. I once saw a car that had caught fire too. (or torched on purpose).
Near town there is a new bridge over the Salinas river. The bright white concrete has burnout marks all over it. Along with a few nicks on the side barriers.