KTAR News 92.3 FM reporter
Colton Krolak
The son of two Valley journalists, Arizona’s Morning News reporter Colton Krolak has been around broadcast news for his entire life — officially getting into the “family business” in 2021. He is an Arizona native who loves covering all the biggest stories affecting the Grand Canyon State. He especially enjoys covering topics involving sports, health and wellness, public safety and technology.
Expertise:
Breaking News
Real Estate
Sports
Energy
Public Safety
Experience:
Arizona’s Morning News Reporter – 2024-present
General Assignment Reporter – 2021-24
Education:
BA of Journalism and Mass Communication from Walter Cronkite School of Journalism and Mass Communication at ASU, Minor in Criminal Justice
Social media:
X: @ColtonKrolak
Instagram: @ColtonKrolakNews
Facebook: Colton Krolak KTAR
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ARIZONA TRAFFIC | Jul 1, 2026DPS launches push to curb ‘preventable’ deaths after 352 killed on Arizona highways last year
DPS, the Governor's Office and the Arizona Department of Transportation have launched an initiative aimed at reducing fatal crashes.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jun 17, 2026High-tech DroneDogs now providing private security in the Valley
High-tech DroneDogs can now be rented for about $30 an hour in the Valley to provide private security.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jun 10, 202610 children killed in driveway, parking lot accidents in 3 weeks, including Phoenix toddler
In the past three weeks, 10 children — including a Valley toddler — were killed after being struck by vehicles. What role do blind zones play?
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jun 5, 2026Phoenix mountain rescues surge ahead of summer hiking season
The Phoenix Fire Department has responded to 74 mountain rescues so far this year, a more than 50% increase from the same time last year.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jun 3, 2026Millions could face drastic Social Security cuts, Arizona US Rep. David Schweikert warns
The clock is ticking on finding a solution to the nation's Social Security shortfall, according to Arizona U.S. Rep. David Schweikert.
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ARIZONA ELECTION NEWS | May 20, 2026High gas prices could cost Arizona candidates at ballot box, new poll shows
High gas prices aren’t just costing drivers at the pump -- they could end up costing candidates at the ballot box, too, according to a new poll of Arizona voters.
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ARIZONA NEWS | May 11, 2026Not Jesse James: California cartel targets trains, trucks in Arizona cargo heists
No, it's not outlaws like Jesse James behind the slew of recent train burglaries in Arizona — it's the cartel, the Yavapai County Sheriff's office says.
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ARIZONA REAL ESTATE & HOUSING NEWS | Apr 29, 2026A Valley-led housing trend is at risk of grinding to a halt
A congressional bill on housing affordability could stall the rapid growth of BTR units, a rental housing trend Phoenix has helped lead nationwide.
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ARIZONA TECHNOLOGY NEWS | Apr 16, 2026U.S. Sen. Mark Kelly says Congress must protect workers as AI threatens jobs
U.S. Sen. Mark Kelly says Congress needs to put people first as more Americans worry about losing jobs to artificial intelligence.
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ARIZONA BUSINESS | Mar 25, 2026As Iran conflict shakes global markets, Arizona investors feel the pressure
With global tensions over the Iran conflict rising, the markets are trending downward, creating fresh uncertainty for Arizona investors.
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ARIZONA BUSINESS | Mar 19, 2026Why are Arizona home insurance premiums rising so much faster than inflation?
As many Arizona residents struggle with rising costs, homeowners in the state are seeing their insurance premiums far outpace inflation.
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ARIZONA WEATHER NEWS | Mar 16, 2026Unprecedented March heat wave poses potential health risks, Valley expert warns
A Valley safety expert wants the public to take heed of potential health risks during an unprecedented March heat wave.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Mar 12, 2026How Gov. Katie Hobbs’ plan to cut $100M in wasteful spending would work
Gov. Hobbs plans to save Arizona taxpayers millions by reducing wasteful spending and making state agencies operate as one coordinated system.
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ARIZONA HEALTH NEWS | Mar 5, 2026Driving behavior could be early sign of dementia, study co-authored by Valley doctor finds
A study co-authored by a Valley doctor found that subtle changes in driving behavior could be an early sign of dementia.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Mar 3, 2026Leader of ASU Iranian student group cheers on strikes against ‘terrorist regime’
The leader of an Iranian student group at Arizona State University doesn’t see the weakening of a “terrorist regime” as a political issue.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Feb 27, 2026Group of unlikely heroes honored for saving 2-year-old Avondale girl from kidnapping
Avondale Police on Thursday awarded a QuikTrip security guard and a team of movers for their swift action in helping rescue an abducted toddler.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jan 16, 2026Overdose deaths rise by 16% in Arizona as they decline in most of US
Drug overdose deaths are down across most of the country, but Arizona is one of the few exceptions.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jan 14, 2026Phoenix-based St. Mary’s Food Bank puts out call for volunteers to pack boxes
St. Mary’s Food Bank is asking for help, but this time it doesn’t need canned goods -- it needs volunteers.
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ARIZONA BUSINESS | Jan 8, 2026Why does metro Phoenix market have oversupply of commercial real estate property?
The Valley is experiencing an oversupply of commercial real estate space, and it’s leading to an increased number of empty properties.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Dec 31, 2025Here’s how to stay safe if you ring in new year with fireworks in Arizona
Valley first responders want to make sure people who celebrate with fireworks start the new year off on the right foot -- and with the same number of fingers.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Dec 11, 2025FBI Phoenix office warning to shoppers: ‘Tis the season for scammers
The leader of the FBI's Phoenix office is warning shoppers that the holiday season is the busiest time of the year for scammers.
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ARIZONA HOMELESSNESS NEWS | Dec 9, 2025Trump administration pauses changes to HUD funding after backlash from Arizona, others
The Trump administration has paused changes to federal housing services funding that provides support for those experiencing homelessness.
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ARIZONA HEALTH NEWS | Nov 24, 2025Phoenix doctor leads effort on newly approved alternative to open heart surgery
A Phoenix doctor helped develop live-saving treatment for a dangerous heart condition called mitral annular calcification, or MAC.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Nov 11, 2025UFC Hall of Famer, Army vet Randy Couture leads Phoenix Veterans Day Parade
Randy Couture, a six-time UFC champion and U.S. Army veteran, will be the celebrity grand marshal of the Phoenix Veterans Day Parade.