Scott Rodd
Investigative ReporterScott comes to KPBS after spending more than a half-decade in Sacramento as both a State Capitol reporter and an investigative reporter.
Most recently, he worked for Capital Public Radio where he produced a number of award-winning investigative projects. They include a podcast and audio documentary on the U.S. Forest Service’s failed plans to protect a rural California town from wildfire. His reporting prompted a Congressional inquiry that is ongoing.
Scott’s investigation into Gov. Gavin Newsom’s overstated wildfire prevention efforts prompted legislative oversight hearings and a $500 million budget increase for fire mitigation. His reporting on a private security incident at Sacramento’s basketball arena led to the passage of a state law that requires use-of-force training for California security guards.
Scott was the Sacramento Press Club’s journalist of the year in 2021, has a regional Murrow award and was a finalist for a national Investigative Reporters & Editors award.
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County-run animal shelters saw a spike in dog euthanasia rates and high staff turnover in recent years. Those numbers have gotten better — but dogs continue to endure substandard conditions at one shelter. -
Meet the candidates and learn what's at stake in California State Assembly races for District 74, 75, 76, 77, 78, 79 and 80. -
Former assistant director Rachael Borrelli was put on leave late last year after KPBS uncovered a profanity-laced voice memo she recorded about shelter dogs. -
County supervisors used obscure events fund to solicit over $100K from influential donors since 2024A KPBS investigation found supervisor offices tapped influential companies, associations and individuals for monetary gifts. Some of the entities had business before the county at the time. -
Fusion centers allow law enforcement agencies to share intelligence and investigation leads, but some state lawmakers worry there’s a lack of oversight. -
Since 2023, a rising number of Sprinter and Coaster riders have evaded fares on the trains. This spike coincides with the rollout of the district’s hands-off enforcement policy, which came in response to a surge in assaults.
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The departure of Vaughn Maurice, who led the San Diego County Department of Animal Services, came after the county cut ties with his second in command two weeks ago. -
The departure of Rachael Borrelli, who was second in command at the San Diego County Department of Animal Services, comes after KPBS uncovered an obscene message she sent regarding animals in the county’s care.
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As demand for computing power soars nationwide, a Southern California entrepreneur with past legal troubles is trying to speed forward an immense data center in Imperial County.
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- Dog euthanasia rate and staff turnover improve at county shelters, but other problems persist
- City of San Diego aims to make street improvements more equitable, but lowers condition goal overall
- San Diego Mayor Gloria signs agreement with SDCCD for Golden Hall study