Roman Battaglia
Reporter | Jefferson Public RadioRoman came to JPR as part of the Charles Snowden Program for Excellence in Journalism in 2019. He then joined Delaware Public Media as a Report For America fellow before returning to the west coast. He focuses on politics, science, the environment and energy reporting. When not out in the field, Roman enjoys traveling and reading.
Get in touch with Roman at battaglir@sou.edu
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Humboldt County supervisors directed staff to draft a ban on ICE detention facilities and a one-year moratorium on new data centers. -
The Douglas fir is iconic in Oregon. It’s the state tree and it's on most license plates. But one group is trying to save Oregon’s oak trees, which they say are just as important. -
Survivors and descendants gathered at Tule Lake to remember those incarcerated during World War II and explain why they believe the camp's history still shapes debates today. -
The report cites concerns ranging from firefighter training to confidential employee records and outlines 17 recommendations for the city. -
The change comes weeks after the county fired former department head Michael Sellers, whose appointment drew scrutiny when the positions were combined. -
Shasta County residents will vote again on proposals to expand property rights protections and change how vacancies in elected offices are filled. -
Federal regulators are taking public comment on a proposal to remove two Eel River dams and build a new water diversion system for the Russian River. -
From Medford to Eureka, communities are celebrating Juneteenth with music, food, vendors, educational programs and family activities. -
Supporters can still intervene in court to defend the election measure after county leaders opted not to take on the legal fight. -
City officials say the proposals aim to preserve one of Ashland's most affordable housing options while making it easier for residents to buy their parks. -
The measure would make sweeping changes to elections in the far Northern California county, some of which appear to directly violate state election laws. -
The Jackson County Library District is ending Sunday service at its Medford and Ashland branches and eliminating 12.5 full-time equivalent positions as it works to balance rising costs.
