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 | Sep 14, 2020New firefighter, police training facilities to be built in Scottsdale
Designs have been presented which for projects that will replace, modernize and expand the fire and police facilities for Scottsdale first responders.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Sep 11, 2020Phoenix-based fire museum hosts memorial for 9/11 victims
The Hall of Flame in Phoenix will host a memorial to commemorate those who lost their lives in the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Sep 10, 2020
Phoenix expands small business eligibility for coronavirus assistance
Phoenix businesses who have been in operation over the past year and have seen a decline in profits due to the coronavirus pandemic are eligible.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Sep 9, 2020Personal protective equipment helps Arizona schools safely reopen
The Phoenix City Council allocated $2.5 million from the CARES Act to secure thousands of masks, gallons of hand sanitizer and gowns for Arizona schools.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Aug 31, 2020Over 100 John McCain alums endorse Joe Biden for president
Over 100 former staffers of the late Sen. John McCain added their names to an endorsement of Joe Biden for president, according to medium.com.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Aug 27, 2020Phoenix Fire team heads to Louisiana to help in wake of Hurricane Laura
Just before midnight Wednesday, a specialized Phoenix-based rescue team deployed to Louisiana to offer help in the aftermath of Hurricane Laura.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Aug 27, 2020Valley first responders donate plasma after recovering from COVID-19
With plasma requests outpacing supply, Glendale police and firefighters who have recovered from coronavirus have stepped up to help donate.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Aug 26, 2020Phoenix police K9 unit breaks ground on new state-of-the-art facility
For the first time in 40 years, the Phoenix Police Tactical Support Bureau K9 Unit will see an upgrade to its facility.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Aug 25, 2020Phoenix’s scorching summer heat turns deadly for some homeless
The record-breaking summer temperatures in Phoenix have proved to be deadly for some of the city’s homeless population.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Aug 24, 2020Phoenix installs NoTraffic light technology to improve traffic flow
New traffic light technology has been installed at intersections in central Phoenix located along Glendale Avenue between Central Avenue and State Route 51.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Aug 21, 2020Tempe Mayor Corey Woods forming task force to examine police practices
Tempe Mayor Corey Woods is set to form a public safety task force in order to examine and innovate policing practices in the city.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Aug 20, 2020Goodyear domestic violence shelter extending aid for trafficking victims
The largest domestic violence shelter in Arizona has created plans to extend services to victims of human trafficking after receiving a grant from the United States Department of Justice.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Aug 19, 2020Maricopa County Attorney’s Office establishes new prosecution policies
With 90% of criminal charges ending in plea agreements, the Maricopa County Attorney’s Office has established new policies to better guide the handling of cases.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Aug 18, 2020Phoenix launches COVID-19 testing van for underserved communities
A mobile coronavirus testing van was unveiled on Monday morning by the city of Phoenix -- the first of its kind in Arizona.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Aug 17, 2020Arizona veterans group describes how to help vets during virus pandemic
In the midst of the coronavirus pandemic, a Scottsdale-based veterans advocacy group is encouraging Valley residents to make sure America's soldiers are not forgotten.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Aug 14, 2020Tempe-based animal shelter prepares for influx of pets due to pandemic
Lost our Home Pet Rescue expects a tidal wave of pet abandonment due to economic hardships imposed by the coronavirus pandemic.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Aug 12, 2020Valleywise Health awarded $3M grant for simulated medical training
Valleywise Health has been awarded a $3 million grant from the Maricopa County Industrial Development Authority to assist in developing a comprehensive medical simulation training program.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Aug 10, 2020Town of Gilbert looks for feedback on expanding ambulance service
The town of Gilbert currently has one ambulance, but the East Valley suburb is looking to take the full service back into its hands depending on citizen feedback.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Aug 7, 2020Phoenix police report spike in violent crime during virus pandemic
Violent crime in Phoenix rose dramatically during the first half of 2020, according to statistics from the Phoenix Police Department.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Aug 5, 2020Teen Lifeline seeing increase in calls in Arizona during virus pandemic
As the coronavirus pandemic has unfolded, service requests for help with mental health have steadily increased in Arizona.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Aug 3, 2020Tensions rise as Cave Creek fires leave Valley taxpayers with hefty costs
Fire departments neighboring Cave Creek have grown increasingly frustrated after concluding the town has become reliant on their departments' responses.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jul 31, 2020At-risk election workers preparing to continue employment amid pandemic
In-person ballot casting, including in Arizona, is now on the vulnerable shoulders of dedicated, elderly election workers who are at high risk of illness or death if they contract COVID-19.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jul 30, 2020Sen. Sinema working to help special districts with large COVID-19 costs
U.S. Sen. Kyrsten Sinema introduced legislation that would direct a portion of the next round of virus relief to special districts throughout the country.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jul 29, 2020Glendale mayoral candidates share perspectives before Election Day
Glendale voters will cast their ballots on Tuesday to either reelect the city's current mayor or elect a political newcomer.