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 | Jan 9, 2020City of Buckeye breaks ground on a new fire station
City officials and firefighters on Wednesday broke ground for what will eventually be home to Buckeye Fire Station 705.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jan 8, 2020Phoenix police to use virtual reality headsets for empathy training
The Phoenix Police Department will have more access to better handle behavioral calls thanks to a new technology from Scottsdale-based Axon.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jan 7, 2020Tucson firefighter helping to battle deadly wildfires in Australia
Sean Cox is in Australia, where wildfires have killed at least 25 people and destroyed 2,000 homes, serving as an air operations manager.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jan 6, 2020Valley doctor says soot from candles can be harmful to your health
Candles smell good but they're not all that great for your health for one specific reason, according to one Valley doctor.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jan 3, 2020Tempe rolls out police SUV with military colors to spark conversation
The Tempe Police Department has unveiled the newest addition to its fleet, and it's hard to miss. It's an SUV with a paint scheme honoring the military.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Dec 30, 2019New Year’s Eve busy for Valley first responders and hospitals
While you prepare for your New Year's Eve festivities, remember that accidents and emergencies will also happen across the Valley.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Dec 30, 2019Here’s what KTAR News learned in 2019 about firefighters battling cancer
In 2019, KTAR News shined a spotlight on metro Phoenix firefighters with cancer whose workers' compensation claims were denied. The stories continue.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Dec 23, 2019Valley pediatrician offers tips to avoid RSV during holiday season
Respiratory Syncytial Virus, or RSV, is a common respiratory virus that usually causes mild, cold-like symptoms but can be seriously dangerous for babies.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Dec 18, 201911 Arizona first responders have taken their own lives this year
Arizona has lost 11 public safety members to suicide in the first 11 months of the year, according to President and CEO of the 100 Club of Arizona Angela Harrolle.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Dec 16, 2019Scottsdale cancer center diagnosed 22 firefighters with cancer this year
Vincere Cancer Center diagnosed 22 firefighters with cancer in 2019, according to oncologist Dr. Vershalee Shukla.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Dec 13, 2019KTAR News legal expert shares tips on behaving at work holiday parties
KTAR News legal expert Monica Lindstrom shares tips on how to have a good time while avoiding problems when mixing work and play.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Dec 9, 2019ASU ranked among the top environmentally friendly campuses
A recent report highlighted Arizona State University as one of 10 most environmentally friendly college campuses.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Dec 6, 2019Committee offers recommendations for Arizona firefighter protections
Firefighters filled the Arizona state Senate on Thursday where leaders announced legislative recommendations to better address cancer protections and worker's compensation claims.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Dec 5, 2019Arizona group sends letter to city leaders pushing for firefighter change
The League of Arizona Cities and Towns sent a letter to cities' top political leaders on Tuesday providing an update on ad-hoc committee meetings regarding firefighters worker's compensation.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Dec 3, 2019Giving Tuesday: Valley firefighters step up to help fire captain with cancer
Giving Tuesday came a day early and with a twist for one Valley fire captain, when a group of firefighters showed up in his front yard.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Nov 27, 2019New pilot program brings more fresh food to Arizona food banks
The innovative Friends of the Farm program is a partnership between the Association of Arizona Food Banks and Arizona’s agriculture industry.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Nov 26, 2019Influential Mesa fire captain fighting to protect himself, others with cancer
Bryan Jeffries is the president of the Professional Fire Fighters of Arizona. He fights to get as many protections for those battling cancer, including himself.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Nov 25, 2019How to avoid lash lice and mites on your eyelash extensions
Eyelash extensions are proving to be more than just a fad. But with the popular beauty trend sticking around, a new conversation has emerged -- lash lice and mites.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Nov 22, 2019Arizona elk habitat awarded $1.3 million for upgrades
The Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation and its partners were awarded more than $1.3 million in grant funding to support elk habitat enhancement and hunting heritage projects in Arizona.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Nov 18, 2019Talk of change for firefighters with cancer continues for Arizona leaders
An Arizona Senate committee met Thursday to discuss best practices for preventing occupational cancer in firefighters and treating those who have it.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Nov 15, 2019Arizona hit with more than 250 cases of the flu so far this season
A month into flu season, Arizona is being widely affected by the illness. There have been 289 cases reported so far.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Nov 14, 2019Glendale veteran from viral cross country road trip passes away
A 94-year-old veteran who took the internet by storm following his cross country road trip with a Glendale police sergeant has died.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Nov 11, 2019Vietnam-era helicopter displayed at Peoria’s veterans memorial plaza
When you enter Peoria's Rio Vista Community Park, you won’t be able to miss the Senator John McCain Vietnam Veterans Memorial Plaza. Just look for the helicopter.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Nov 11, 2019Goodyear Fire Department unveils cancer-conscious fire truck
Goodyear is one of the first cities in the nation to adopt a clean cab process aimed to keep carcinogens away from firefighters.