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 | May 17, 2021Valley doctor says COVID-19 vaccine will not impact periods or fertility
False information on social media is causing concerns about the COVID-19 vaccine as reputable scientific sources work to debunk rumors.
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ARIZONA NEWS | May 14, 2021100 Club of Arizona describes National Police Week as empty this year
For the second year in a row, families of fallen police officers will not be able to go to Washington, D.C., where line of duty deaths are recognized and honored by adding their names to the national memorial.
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ARIZONA NEWS | May 13, 2021Cancer-cautious fire stations are the new normal in Goodyear
Two recently-opened Goodyear fire stations were designed by firefighters with innovative safety features that focus on firefighters’ long-term health.
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ARIZONA NEWS | May 12, 2021Toddler survives near-drowning in Phoenix, makes full recovery
A 22-month-old boy has made a full recovery after a near-drowning at a home in Phoenix, and his mom hopes their story will help others understand how quickly and quietly drownings can occur in your own backyard.
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ARIZONA NEWS | May 10, 2021Phoenix activists want independent first responder unit for mental health
A community activist group believes the fire department should not be in control of a program focused on handling 911 mental health calls in Phoenix.
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ARIZONA NEWS | May 7, 2021New Arizona law requires lifesaving measures in assisted living facilities
Caregivers in Arizona are now obligated by law to perform lifesaving measures if a patient experiences a medical emergency while inside an assisted living facility.
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ARIZONA NEWS | May 6, 2021Arizona law change allows more time to give unharmed baby to safe haven
A law that is expected to take effect in July will provide more time for a person to give an unharmed baby to any safe haven location in Arizona.
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ARIZONA NEWS | May 5, 2021Reported rise in workplace burnout concerns Valley mental health expert
Professionals today are undoubtedly feeling the pressure of an "always-on" work culture, which causes stress and can often turn into burnout.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Apr 30, 2021Ducey asks federal agency to address water issues near Arizona bases
Arizona Gov. Doug Ducey has called on the U.S. Department of Defense to take quick action in addressing groundwater contamination near Arizona’s military bases.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Apr 29, 2021Phoenix firefighters seeing more accidental opioid overdoses in children
As the opioid epidemic continues to surge, firefighters in Phoenix have responded to more 911 calls involving accidental overdoses in children.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Apr 27, 2021Reports of child abuse dropped in Arizona during COVID-19 pandemic
New numbers show reports of child abuse decreased in Arizona during the COVID-19 pandemic, but just because reports of child abuse dropped does not mean the abuse stopped.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Apr 26, 2021Specialized team at HonorHealth cares for victims of sexual assault in Arizona
A team of specialized nurses at HonorHealth bridge the gap between law and medicine to care for victims of sexual assault in Arizona.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Apr 21, 2021Union representing Chandler cops calls for more officers to be hired
The union representing more than 270 members that make up the Chandler Police Department has proposed a five-year plan to hire an additional 83 sworn officers.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Apr 20, 2021COVID-19 symptoms playing a role in patients’ access to care for allergies
Safety measures and symptom checks put in place to keep doctors' offices free of COVID-19 during the pandemic have also resulted in limited access for patients with seasonal allergies to receive care.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Apr 19, 2021Glendale mayor proposes raising taxes to pay for firefighter cancer coverage
A 2% increase in property taxes has been proposed in the city of Glendale to help create a fund dedicated to paying for the healthcare coverage of firefighters battling cancer.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Apr 15, 2021Firefighters, families welcome Arizona law ensuring cancer benefits
The mother of a Valley firefighter who had to fight for benefits while dying of occupational cancer called the new law his "promise to his brothers and sisters in the fire service."
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ARIZONA NEWS | Apr 15, 2021New numbers show dangerous start to 2021 for drowning incidents in Arizona
Arizona through March has had a total of 20 drowning incidents reported and is among the top states for fatal child drownings so far in 2021.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Apr 14, 2021Valley group’s mission to build vaccine trust may be harder with J&J pause
A community group based in Phoenix believes they will have to work harder to build vaccine trust among diverse communities with health agencies recommending Tuesday a pause for the Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine after reports of blood clots in a small group of people.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Apr 13, 2021A look inside the Phoenix Fire alarm room during telecommunicators week
While they often go unseen, 911 dispatchers and public safety radio communicators in Phoenix are receiving recognition this week for their vital role in the community.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Apr 12, 2021Upcoming SpaceX flight a dream come true for Valley college professor
It’s a dream come true for an aspiring astronaut. That’s how South Mountain Community College geoscience professor Sian Proctor describes the opportunity to take flight in the upcoming first-of-its-kind SpaceX mission.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Apr 8, 2021New federal law extends relief to foster youth in Arizona amid pandemic
Current and former foster youth that aged out of the system are now eligible to receive additional support during the COVID-19 pandemic with the help of a new federal law.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Apr 7, 2021Parents wary of football concussions but let kids play other contact sports
A majority of Arizona parents report they will forbid their kids from playing football due to concerns over concussions, but a survey found the concerns are not consistent throughout other contact sports that also have a high risk for concussions.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Apr 6, 2021Tentative contract would reform Phoenix police policies to build trust
A preliminary agreement has been reached between the city of Phoenix and the union representing Phoenix police officers on a contract that would reform current policies in hopes of building trust between police and the community.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Apr 5, 2021Arizona bills closing workers’ comp loopholes for firefighters nears last step
Arizona firefighters' years-long fight over workers' compensation denial could soon be coming to a close as two mirrored bills move through the Arizona Legislature.