[NEWS]

Sacramento County deputies responded to a barricaded suspect on Dixon Oaks Lane in Orangevale following a break-in at his parents’ home.

Hazel Avenue was briefly closed between Elm and Central as residents evacuated or sheltered in place.

Update: Authorities confirm the suspect was detained without incident. All roadways have reopened, and residents are cleared to return home.

Another barricaded suspect incident marked New Year’s Eve in the Arden area.

Authorities say 40-year-old Carlos Kelly, assaulted his elderly mother before barricading himself inside a home on the 900 block of Dornajo Way.

after several hours he was taken into custody without further incident and booked into the Sacramento County Main Jail on multiple felony charges.

Also, New Years Eve

Shooting on the 2600 block of Hawthorne Street. One victim was hospitalized in stable condition. The suspect fled before police arrived.

[WEATHER]

Friday stays mostly cloudy, with rain developing after 4 p.m. Highs near 59 degrees. Expect breezy south-southeast winds with gusts over 20 miles an hour.

Rain becomes more widespread Friday night, especially after 10 p.m. Lows around 53, with stronger winds and gusts up to 35 miles an hour. Rainfall totals could reach up to a half inch by Saturday morning.

Forecast: https://forecast.weather.gov/MapClick.php?lat=38.4824244&lon=-121.35149

[EVENTS]

Kicking off the new year, WAL First Fridays New Year Market takes over the Warehouse Artist Lofts this Friday, presented by First Fridays Sacramento — featuring local art, makers, and community vibes.

Later that night, Friday Jumpoff lands at Legend Has It, presented by HMNI — high energy and a packed dance floor.

More info: https://hmnievents.com/friday-jumpoff

If laughter’s your love language, Frankie Marcos hits the stage at Laughs Unlimited Comedy Club & Lounge Friday and Saturday night.

Tickets: https://www.laughsunlimited.com

Looking ahead to Saturday, Waterman Comedy Night brings the laughs to The Flamingo House, presented by Beers in Sac.

Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/waterman-comedy-night-tickets-1978161447139?aff=oddtdtcreator

Families and first-timers can lace up for Free Skate Day at the Downtown Sacramento Ice Rink in Ali Youssefi Square, presented by the Downtown Sacramento Partnership and the A’s.

And if you’re feeling inspired, Wordplay: Creative Writing Workshop offers a space to stretch your voice and get words on the page.

Details: https://secure.qgiv.com/for/101for101years/event/wordplaycreativewritingworkshop/