Anita Roman

Phoenix

Anchor and Reporter at KSAZ-TV (Phoenix, AZ)

Articles

Shott's Tots l Community Cares

1 week ago | fox10phoenix.com | Anita Roman

After the 2023-2024 season, the Arizona Coyotes left the NHL and relocated to Salt Lake City, becoming the Utah Hockey Club. They first took to the ice in Arizona in 1996. While their absence is felt by fans, there's also a big concern the culture of the sport will be forgotten or not pass on to the next generation of players. That's where a Valley non-profit comes in, giving even the youngest players a winning shot. FOX 10's Anita Roman reports.
Valley elementary school principal retires after 22 years

2 weeks ago | fox10phoenix.com | Anita Roman

Valley elementary school principal retires after 22 years Twenty-two years can seem like a lifetime when you work the same job year after year. Well, that's how long one Valley principal has been dedicated to his school, staff and students. While Mark Anderson has been an educator for 31 years, he spent more than two decades of his career as principal at Highland Lakes. As he prepares to retire, he also prepares to leave behind a legacy. FOX 10's Anita Roman reports. Posted May 21, 2025 8:56am MST
Valley nonprofit helps recently released incarcerated women reenter workforce

3 weeks ago | fox10phoenix.com | Anita Roman

A Valley nonprofit has teamed up with a local refrigeration school to create a program to help recently released incarcerated women reenter the workforce. What they're saying: Samantha Strong never really imagined herself as a welder. "It's a lot of being comfortable with the position you're in and like, mostly just wrist movement," she said. But then again, Strong says there are many things in her life that didn't turn out the way she thought they would.
New skills for second chances l Community Cares

3 weeks ago | fox10phoenix.com | Anita Roman

New skills for second chances l Community CaresThe U.S. has a high recidivism rate, with over 76% of formerly incarcerated individuals rearrested within five years of release. The good news... three-year reincarceration rates have decreased by 23% nationally since the passage of the Second Chance Act. Thirty-five percent of people exiting prison in 2008 were reincarcerated within three years, compared to 27% in 2019. Here in the Valley, a local refrigeration school is helping make a difference.
Lotto changes in Arizona l FOX 10 Talks

1 month ago | fox10phoenix.com | Anita Roman

Mega Millions implemented new changes Tuesday – and they could increase a player’s chance of winning big. FOX 10's Ty Brennan and Anita Roman talk about today's top stories.
'This is your captain, we're going back!' l FOX 10 Talks

2 months ago | fox10phoenix.com | Anita Roman

'This is your captain, we're going back!' l FOX 10 TalksPassengers aboard a United flight made an abrupt return because the pilot forgot his passport! Ty Brennan & Anita Roman talk about the latest news headlines.
Teens, young adults with developmental disabilities get opportunities in the workforce

2 months ago | fox10phoenix.com | Anita Roman

One Valley woman who owns three different businesses has changed dozens of lives. What they're saying: Meet Latasha Singleton. She's one of the hardest working, most dedicated employees at Crave Protein Cafe. "I clean the tables and mop," she said. Crave Protein Cafe in Gilbert is a popular spot for a coffee, a protein shake, maybe even a sweet treat. What's even sweeter is that it serves a very special purpose.
Working to change lives l Community Cares

2 months ago | fox10phoenix.com | Anita Roman

Wind Advisory from TUE 10:00 AM MST until TUE 6:00 PM MST, Upper Gila River and Aravaipa Valleys including Clifton/Safford, Dragoon/Mule/Huachuca and Santa Rita Mountains including Bisbee/Canelo Hills/Madera Canyon, Upper San Pedro River Valley including Sierra Vista/Benson, Eastern Cochise County below 5000 ft including Douglas/Wilcox, White Mountains of Graham and Greenlee Counties including Hannagan Meadow, Chiricahua Mountains including Chiricahua National Monument, Galiuro and Pinaleno...
Dally and Spanky: Dog and miniature horse form unique bond

Feb 24, 2025 | fox10phoenix.com | Anita Roman

A horse is a horse, unless of course, it's a miniature horse named Spanky. Go right to the source and his pal, Dally, will tell you all about the course of their great adventures. They ride, they jump – it's quite a feat. What they're saying: "I didn't expect to have a dog and pony show," said Francesca Carsen. Carsen says the two best buds don't miss a beat. Her dog and pony show is so sweet – video of the pair has gone viral. "I couldn't believe it, yeah.
Valley woman aims to build confidence in girls through scent

Feb 12, 2025 | fox10phoenix.com | Anita Roman

A Valley woman takes her candle company to a whole new level. It's not just about clean burning scents anymore, it's also about fragrances that are uplifting in more ways than one. In a way, it reminds you that you are enough. Scent can be very powerful. It evokes memories… different feelings. What they're saying: "It's a statement. It's more than a scent.