Ali Vetnar is a reporter at KTAR News. Growing up in Phoenix, she's now reporting on the streets of her hometown. Ali joined the KTAR newsroom after she graduated college from Arizona Christian University in 2017 with a degree in communications with an emphasis in broadcasting. Her career started at the editor desk, but her passion for storytelling led her into the community meeting people face to face to tell their stories. She is passionate about stories involving social justice, first responders and public safety. You can follow her on Twitter @Ali_Vetnar and Facebook at @AliVetnar.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Mar 4, 2020Arizona Alzheimer’s Advocacy Day held at state capitol
The Alzheimer's Association, looking to continue prevention of the disease, on Wednesday held its third annual Arizona Alzheimer's Advocacy Day at the Capitol.
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ARIZONA HEALTH NEWS | Mar 4, 2020Glendale Fire Department gives high school students CPR training
In accordance with legislation that was passed last summer, Arizona high school students are now completing cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) courses.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Mar 4, 2020Avondale Civic Center Library to host 7th annual STEAM Fest
Explore the world of science, technology, engineering, art and math through fun experiments, games, and demonstrations. On Wednesday afternoon, the Avondale Civic Center Library will host its 7th annual SciTech Festival STEAM Fest.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Mar 2, 2020Late Goodyear firefighter named department’s ‘Firefighter of the Year’
Austin Peck died last fall after a nearly four-year battle against cancer, which he contracted as a result of his work as a fireman.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Feb 28, 2020Major supplier of Arizona firefighters’ worker’s comp leaves market
CopperPoint Insurance Companies earlier this month notified policyholders -- including those in cities and fire districts across Arizona -- of their decision to leave the market.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Feb 26, 2020Phoenix police officer caught on camera doing good deed
A grainy photo taken from a distance delivered a powerful message on social media after an observant citizen watched a Phoenix police officer hold the hand of an elderly man outside of Desert Sky Mall.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Feb 25, 2020Phoenix City Council to vote on community oversight of police
The Phoenix Civilian Oversight Coalition is demanding Mayor Kate Gallego vote to support civilian oversight of the police department.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Feb 24, 2020Sky Harbor implements technology to scan Arizona Travel IDs
The new technology confirms the validity of an Arizona Travel ID while simultaneously confirming travelers' flight information.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Feb 21, 2020Proposed Arizona legislation wants to regulate Airbnb, Vrbo rentals
Two bills were discussed at the Arizona Legislature on Thursday morning that would regulate vacation rental properties throughout the state.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Feb 19, 2020Phoenix first responders preparing for visit from President Trump
The Phoenix Police and Fire departments are focused on preparedness and safety ahead of President Trump's rally at the Veteran’s Memorial Coliseum on Wednesday evening.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Feb 17, 2020Post Valentine’s Day heartbreak? Broken Heart Disorder is a real thing
Did your Valentine's Day weekend not go as planned? Experts say extreme emotions can take a serious toll on the heart. It's called, Broken Heart Condition.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Feb 12, 2020New legislation hopes to improve maternal health care across Arizona
A package of bills introduced Tuesday hopes to improve pregnancy outcomes, and maternal and infant health across Arizona.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Feb 10, 2020Here’s an inside look at a Phoenix Fire Department Technical Rescue Team
KTAR News reporter Ali Vetnar spent a day with a specialized team of firefighters in Phoenix who respond to mountain rescue calls.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Feb 7, 2020Arizona police get mental-health help at Officer Wellness Day
Arizona police were invited to Officer Wellness Day, an event that helps promote their mental health while they face distressing day-to-day job duties.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jan 31, 2020Revolutionary all-electric fire truck rolls quietly into Phoenix
A fire truck for the future. That's the idea behind Rosenbauer America's all-electric concept fire truck, which stopped in Phoenix this week.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jan 27, 2020KTAR News takes a tour of Arizona’s only nationally verified burn center
The Arizona Burn Center – Valleywise is the state’s only adult and pediatric burn center and provides specialized care for over 5,000 patients annually.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jan 23, 2020100 Club of Arizona donates kits to fire agencies to help prevent cancer
The 100 Club of Arizona donated 400 washdown kits to 26 different fire agencies across the state in an effort to prevent cancer.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jan 22, 2020Valley expert gives tips ahead of National Data Privacy Day
Susan Anable, vice president of public and government affairs with Cox Communications, said it’s important for users to be vigilant in protecting their privacy.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jan 17, 2020Arizona bill aims to close benefits loophole for firefighters with cancer
A bill was introduced to address the problem of municipal governments denying benefits to Arizona firefighters with occupational cancer.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jan 16, 2020Arizona hotel employees trained on how to spot sex trafficking
The sex trafficking training is part of the Safeguarding All From Exploitation Action Project, a free program designed for tourism industry professionals.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jan 15, 2020City of Phoenix finishes converting all street lights to LEDs
The streets of Phoenix are now brighter in a more efficient way. The city has replaced all of its street lights with LEDs.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jan 14, 2020Arizona health department says uptick in flu cases reported in past week
The Arizona Department of Health Services said Monday there was a large uptick in the number of reported flu cases in the past week.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jan 13, 2020Arizona pulls plug on energy efficient plate program with HOV privilege
Hold on to your plug-in hybrid for as long as you can if you want to drive alone in the HOV lane. Arizona's energy efficient plate program is nearing the end of the road.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jan 10, 2020Adult community center opens location in central Phoenix
Focused on healthy living both physically and mentally, OptumCare Arizona has opened its fourth community center here in the Valley.