Roxanne Elias

Sacramento

Bilingual News Reporter at KXTV-TV (Sacramento, CA)

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Arden-Arcade neighbors react after man allegedly threatens homeowners in vacant home

2 days ago | abc10.com | Roxanne Elias

The Sacramento County Sheriff's Office says Donald Roots is facing felony charges. An hours-long standoff at his neighbor's home on Oterol Court kept people nearby alert as Sacramento County Sheriff's deputies flooded the street Sunday evening. "I looked outside, and the street is just full of cop cars, probably 10 sheriff vehicles, one of them facing straight at the house, like in a tactical kind of position.
Who killed Roneisha Howell? Family pleads for help in Sacramento homicide investigation

3 days ago | abc10.com | Roxanne Elias

SACRAMENTO, Calif. — The family of a woman found dead in her apartment in April says they will not rest easy until they find her killer. This weekend, they buried 23-year-old Roneisha Howell, about a month after she was killed. She was found dead in her apartment in Oak Park on April 14. Sacramento Police are investigating her death as a homicide. For the family, instead of celebrating this Mother's Day weekend, they held a viewing on Friday and her funeral on Saturday.
A's-Yankees game draws baseball fans and big crowds to West Sacramento businesses

4 days ago | abc10.com | Roxanne Elias

Businesses in the area saw a major boost with both New York Yankees and Athletics fans flocking to enjoy a nice day filled with sunshine, family and friends. The combination of Saturday's game, sunny weather and the Mother's Day holiday made for a busy weekend in West Sacramento. "We're really excited with the A's in town, it's been great since they joined us back in March," said Bryson Fox, assistant general manager of Drake's: The Barn.
Kimberlee Guillory: Davis stabbing victim testifies in Carlos Dominguez trial

1 week ago | abc10.com | Roxanne Elias

DAVIS, Calif. — The sole survivor of a string of stabbings in Davis last year, gave emotional testimony Wednesday in the trial of Carlos Dominguez, the man accused of attacking her and killing two others in April 2023. Kimberlee Guillory, 66, was homeless at the time and living in a tent when she was attacked on the night of May 1. She took the stand for about 90 minutes, recounting the night she was stabbed and identifying Dominguez in court as her attacker.
West Sacramento community on edge after two shootings in one week

1 week ago | abc10.com | Roxanne Elias

WEST SACRAMENTO, Calif. — Two shootings in the past week have shaken a West Sacramento neighborhood. "I've seen violence before, but this is getting kind of crazy nowadays," said Patrick Mahoney, a West Sacramento resident. "Within the last two days, kids are shooting each other and there's no need for that." Mahoney was in his pajamas and getting ready for bed around 10 p.m. Friday when he heard five gunshots coming outside of his home near Linden Road and Allen Avenue.
Roseville mother warns parents after man offers teen daughter a ride

2 weeks ago | abc10.com | Roxanne Elias

ROSEVILLE, Calif. — A Roseville mother is warning fellow parents after her 13-year-old daughter and her friend were approached by a man in a truck offering them a ride near a neighborhood intersection. Mother of two Michelle Harvey says it happened Monday around 4 p.m. as the two teens were riding their bicycles near the intersection of Junction Boulevard and Americana Drive, not far from an elementary school.
Anticipation builds around Shaq's new position at Sacramento State

2 weeks ago | abc10.com | Roxanne Elias

Sacramento State University confirmed it with ABC10 Monday afternoon, leaving students and staff eager to see what it'll do for the University. "Just so excited, " said Veronica Santos, who is a freshman at Sacramento State. "Now I'm happy to be here because you know, Shaq's coming," added Malikai Cadena, who is also a freshman at Sacramento State. Students say the announcement has become the talk of the town on campus. "Shaq definitely a big person.
Trial begins for accused Davis serial stabber Carlos Dominguez

2 weeks ago | abc10.com | Roxanne Elias

YOLO COUNTY, Calif. — Monday morning marked the start of the trial for Carlos Dominguez, a Davis man accused of stabbing three people in 2023, killing two. Dominguez, who appeared in Yolo County Superior Court, is facing two murder charges and one charge of attempted murder. The trial comes two years after the stabbings began in the college community of Davis.
Mixed feelings over parking issues after Channel 24 opens doors in Sacramento

2 weeks ago | abc10.com | Roxanne Elias

They reached out to ABC10 once again, expressing concerns about parking and how it's going to play out with hundreds of people coming to their neighborhood. On Sunday, dozens of country music fans began lining up at the music venue hours before show time. "I'm here with my girlfriend Liz and we're coming from Oakland to see Sierra Ferrell concert," said Bryan Werk, who came to the concert on Sunday.
Tiera Rivers: Woman killed on Arden way died protecting sister, family says

2 weeks ago | abc10.com | Roxanne Elias

SACRAMENTO, Calif. — For the first time, the family of a woman who was shot and killed April 19 on Arden Way is speaking out about what happened. "We're all really devastated about the loss of my sister," said Amber Rivers, the older sister of Tiera Rivers. "It's shocking for all of us. It's kinda waking up every day reliving it for me." Amber Rivers says it feels like a nightmare waking up every day knowing her younger sister is no longer here.