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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.

 

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    Stories by Scott Rodd

  • AP Photo/Jae C. Hong, File

    As Vaccines Arrive, Here’s How California Will Determine Who’s At The Front Of The Line

    December 15, 2020

    After health care workers and residents of long-term care facilities, the state will prioritize which essential workers are most at-risk.

  • Kris Hooks / CapRadio

    Weekend Protest In Downtown Sacramento Once Again Devolves Into Violence Between Proud Boys, Counter-Protesters

    December 12, 2020

    Saturday’s protest was the most violent of the post-election events downtown, with several confrontations between opposing groups, and people brandishing batons and mace throughout the day.

  • Rich Pedroncelli / AP Photo

    Interview: Sacramento Police Chief Hahn On New COVID-19 Restrictions, Weekend Protests, Increased Crime

    December 10, 2020

    With people being once again asked to stay at home, CapRadio’s Insight spoke with Sacramento Police Chief Daniel Hahn about the police department’s role in enforcing the new restrictions and his view of the recent protests.

  • Sara Nevis for CapRadio

    Police Shot Him In The Face With A ‘Less-Lethal’ Weapon. It May Have Killed His Dream Of Becoming A Police Officer.

    December 9, 2020

    Police shot Foucha Coner in the face with a projectile during a racial justice protest in Sacramento over the summer. State leaders are calling for reforms to how and when police can use the weapons.

  • AP Photo/Rich Pedroncelli, File

    New Stay-At-Home Order Now In Effect In Sacramento Region

    December 9, 2020

    The new restrictions will affect nearly 3 million people in 13 counties. Restaurants will be limited to takeout only, and bars, hair salons, barbershops and other businesses will be forced to close for at least three weeks.

  • Scott Rodd / CapRadio

    Antifa Protesters Confront Pro-Trump Demonstrators, Proud Boys At California’s Capitol, Violence Ensues

    December 5, 2020

    Violent clashes punctuated Saturday’s standoffs, including at least one beating carried out by antifa counter-protesters, who also hurled glass bottles and fireworks at Trump supporters and shattered car windows.

  • AP Photo/Jae C. Hong

    California Introduces Regional Stay-At-Home Order Based On ICU Capacity

    December 3, 2020

    The new public health order affects regions of California that have less than 15% of ICU capacity remaining. None of the five regions designated by the state currently meet that criteria, but some are expected to as early as this week.

  • Andrew Nixon / CapRadio

    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.”

  • Andrew Nixon / CapRadio

    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.

  • Andrew Nixon / CapRadio

    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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