Roman Battaglia
Reporter | Jefferson Public RadioAfter graduating from Oregon State University, Roman 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. When not out in the field, Roman enjoys travelling and finding new books.
Get in touch with Roman at battaglir@sou.edu
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The recall for Supervisor Kevin Crye failed by just 50 votes. The final count from the March primary election was announced by the county elections office on Thursday afternoon.
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Shasta County supervisors approved a $12 million settlement on Tuesday for an officer-involved shooting by a county sheriff's deputy.
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A growing number of tribes in Oregon and California are coming out in opposition to federal offshore wind projects. Some tribes don’t believe there’s been enough research into the impacts on the environment.
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The Ashland City Council voted to borrow the money to fund a new water treatment plant earlier this month. Now, one resident is trying to force the city to bring the issue to voters.
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The Oregon Shakespeare Festival in Ashland returns for another season starting on Tuesday. With new leadership and stable financial footing after the pandemic, the theater is ready to welcome back audiences for a full 10-show season.
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The California Department of Fish and Wildlife will continue the Dungeness crab season through the end of March, despite concerns that crabbing equipment poses a threat to migrating humpback whales.
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The volunteer fire department in Yreka, California is in desperate need of upgrades. The city is considering a 1% sales tax to put on the November ballot that could help alleviate staffing and facility issues.
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New research is showing a relationship between years with earlier snowmelt and increased stress on mountain forests like the Southern Oregon Cascades. That could lead to more wildfires.
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A citizen commission in Shasta County created by right-wing politicians is recommending that county officials violate a new state law by hand-counting election ballots in future elections.
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Electric company Pacific Power is proposing to hike rates, which would affect most of Southern Oregon.
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The Ashland School District hired a new superintendent Tuesday night. The decision comes as the district faces a shrinking student population and staff cuts.
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The March 5 primary election in Shasta County could be a chance for voters to shift power away from a group of far-right politicians. Here’s what you need to know.