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Scott Rodd
State Government Reporter
Scott Rodd previously covered government and legal affairs for the Sacramento Business Journal. Prior to the Business Journal, Scott worked as a freelance reporter in Los Angeles and Washington, D.C., contributing to the Washington Post, New York Times, Stateline, the New York Observer and Next City. Scott grew up in West Hartford, Connecticut, and studied English literature at Susquehanna University.
Sacramento’s Top Health Official To Resign Amid Record Breaking Coronavirus Case Surge
December 2, 2020
Dr. Peter Beilenson, who has helped lead Sacramento County’s coronavirus response, says his decision to resign has “nothing to do with the stress of the job.”
Sacramento County Sheriff Scott Jones Tests Positive for COVID-19
December 2, 2020
Last week, Sheriff Jones announced his department would not enforce coronavirus safety measures, including restrictions on social gatherings and mask mandates.
How To Cut Down A Christmas Tree And Help Protect National Forestland
November 25, 2020
Purchasing a Christmas tree permit from the U.S. Forest Service is a chance to enjoy nature, and also helps thin overcrowded areas of the forest that pose wildfire risks.
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Sacramento Sheriff’s Office Breaks COVID-19 Enforcement Commitment After Collecting Millions In Federal Relief Funding
November 24, 2020
In March, with $104 million in federal assistance at stake, the department said its officers would break up social gatherings to mitigate the spread of coronavirus. Now, Sheriff Scott Jones says he won’t take action on public health orders.
Third Straight Weekend Of Protests, Violence As Trump Supporters Descend On California’s Capitol
November 21, 2020
Pro-Trump demonstrators and Proud Boys gathered at the Capitol in downtown Sacramento and marched to Cesar Chavez Plaza, where they squared-off with counter-protesters.
Cash Bail Survived The Ballot, But Reformers Say The Battle To End It Isn’t Over
November 12, 2020
Californians voted no on Proposition 25, meaning that cash bail will remain in the state. Still, bail bondsmen are hunkering down for another potential battle as progressive civil rights groups prepare to fight to replace bail with something more ra
Trump Supporters, Counter-Protesters Clash Outside California Capitol
November 8, 2020
There is no evidence of meaningful voter fraud tied to the election. However, demonstrators in downtown Sacramento on Saturday allege the Democratic Party manipulated the election and “stole” it from Trump.
Silent Minority: California GOP Stays Mum On Trump’s False Election Claims
November 6, 2020
The state GOP has been active on Twitter in recent days, touting the victories of Republican candidates in legislative races, but it has not weighed in on the presidential race.
Demonstrators Gather In Downtown Sacramento To Denounce Both Presidential Candidates
November 4, 2020
Protesters expressed disillusionment with the election process and the top two choices for the presidency.
Sacramento-Area Voters On Why They Voted In-Person In 2020
November 3, 2020
Voters across the greater Sacramento region headed to the polls to cast their ballot in-person this week for a variety of reasons. Here’s what they had to say.