Chris Hagan
Managing Editor, Digital Content
Chris Hagan is the Managing Editor, Digital Content for CapRadio.
Prior to joining CapRadio in 2017, Chris worked as a Web Producer and Data Reporter at WBEZ in Chicago. He's also worked as a storyteller for Oregon State University's College of Business and as a reporter and videographer for the Statesman Journal newspaper in Salem, Oregon.
Chris has a B.S. in journalism from the University of Oregon. He grew up in the East Bay Area.
Newsom proposes $400 payments to California drivers to offset rise in gas prices
March 23, 2022
Californians would get a debit card with $400 per registered vehicle — including electric vehicles, but limited to two total vehicles — under a plan introduced by Gov. Gavin Newsom Tuesday, the latest proposal to help residents with fuel costs.
River Fire human caused, Cal Fire officials say
March 7, 2022
The River Fire destroyed 142 buildings and burned 2,619 acres in Placer and Nevada counties in August of 2022. While Cal Fire says the fire was human caused, there's no evidence of "malicious intent or criminal activity."
Newsom ends some COVID-19 executive orders while maintaining emergency powers
February 25, 2022
State officials say Gov. Gavin Newsom's emergency powers will be essential in navigating the uncertain future of the pandemic. The state Legislature will discuss a resolution to end the state of emergency next month.
California will lift universal mask mandate Feb. 16, Sacramento County could follow
February 7, 2022
While the statewide rules relax, several counties still have their own indoor mask mandates, including Sacramento and Yolo. Sacramento County’s mandate is still in effect, but officials say the county "anticipates following the state's lead.”
Sacramento County to require all public meetings be held virtually as COVID-19 wave grows
January 6, 2022
County health officials said they aren't considering any other public health measures at this time, and do not anticipate closing schools or moving to virtual teaching.
California to require health care workers get COVID-19 booster shots, expand testing options as omicron variant spreads
December 22, 2021
California will require health care workers to receive a COVID-19 booster shot and attempt to expand the state's testing capacity, including supplying tests to K-12 students, Gov. Gavin Newsom announced Wednesday.
Up to 100 inches of snow forecast for the Sierra over Christmas week
December 20, 2021
The strong winter storm could make travel through the mountains difficult, dropping 80-100 inches from Tuesday to Monday, as many people travel for the winter holidays.
Bail significantly reduced for Caldor Fire suspects while new details emerge in case
December 13, 2021
While prosecutors had sought $1 million bail for each of the two suspects, a judge on Monday set the amounts to $50,000 and $25,000. The two men are prohibited from possessing firearms and ammunition, and barred from leaving the state.
Atmospheric river brings rain, wind and snow to Northern California
December 13, 2021
A wind advisory is in effect Monday and officials are advising against mountain travel as an atmospheric river rolls over the Sacramento region and much of Northern California through Tuesday, bringing heavy rain and snow.
Wildfire burn scars in Northern California see flash flooding, debris flows from powerful storms
October 24, 2021
Weather officials say heavy rain could also bring flooding and even ash and debris flows over burn scars in the region, including the Caldor and Dixie fires.