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 NEWS | Nov 7, 2025From the battlefield to parade grand marshal: Vietnam vet honored for heroism
Vietnam veteran Roger Sandeen was announced as this year's grand marshal for the Phoenix Veterans Day Parade.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Oct 13, 2025Why are so many pedestrians killed in collisions on Arizona roadways?
Arizona is among the best in the country in business and population growth, but it’s also near the top of a list that it would rather avoid: pedestrian deaths.
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ARIZONA BUSINESS | Oct 1, 2025How Arizona’s Hispanic community shapes decisions by businesses, policy makers
Arizona’s Hispanic community is growing, and so is its impact on the state’s economy, according to the 29th annual DATOS report.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Aug 22, 2025104-year-old Tempe WWII veteran honored for her service in groundbreaking unit
A World War II hero and longtime Tempe resident is being honored for her service in the U.S. military’s first all-Black, all-female battalion.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Aug 21, 2025New Phoenix Fire Department division helps firefighters cope with job’s emotional challenges
The Phoenix Fire Department recently created a Member Services Division to help firefighters endure the emotional challenges of the job.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Aug 14, 2025E-bikes credited with helping save the lives of 3 hikers in less than a month in Scottsdale
E-bikes are being credited by the Scottsdale Fire Department with helping save the lives of three hikers who were dealing with heat-related illnesses.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Aug 7, 2025Arizona Gov. Katie Hobbs responds to death of 10-year-old girl known to DCS
Gov. Katie Hobbs answered questions about a 10-year-old Arizona girl who allegedly was killed by her father and his girlfriend after previous reports of abuse.
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ARIZONA HEALTH NEWS | Aug 4, 2025Arizona researchers seeking simple ways to reduce firefighter cancer risk
Arizona researchers are working to develop some simple yet surprising ways to reduce the cancer risk for firefighters.
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ARIZONA WATER WATCH NEWS | Aug 1, 2025Leaders calling Arizona’s new water law one of the most significant in state history
Gov. Katie Hobbs on Tuesday celebrated the “Ag-to-Urban” law, which will let Arizona farmers sell their groundwater rights to housing developers.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jul 24, 2025Arizona is ranked in the bottom half of the country for places to retire
Could Arizona be losing its luster as a retirement destination? The state ranks 31st on Bankrate's list for best states to retire.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jul 11, 2025Why are Phoenix-area house fires becoming more deadly?
The Valley has seen over twice as many house fire fatalities this year than in the first half of 2024. Deadly fires often follow a similar pattern.
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ARIZONA REAL ESTATE & HOUSING NEWS | Jul 9, 2025Arizona’s skyrocketing insurance rates make home ownership even more expensive
Add skyrocketing home insurance rates to the list of things contributing to housing affordability challenges in Arizona.
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ARIZONA HEALTH NEWS | Jun 30, 2025Hot car deaths are 100% avoidable, according to Valley emergency room doctor
Child hot car deaths in Arizona are 100% preventable, according to HonorHealth Emergency Medicine Physician Dr. Robin Samaddar.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jun 27, 2025Phoenix task force cracking down on illegal fireworks ahead of 4th of July holiday
The city of Phoenix is cranking up efforts to crack down on illegal fireworks ahead of the Fourth of July.
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ARIZONA REAL ESTATE & HOUSING NEWS | Jun 19, 2025Valley sees spike in number of millionaires choosing to rent rather than buy homes
How well do you know your neighbors? If you live in metro Phoenix, there's a growing chance they could be millionaire renters.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jun 6, 2025Here’s how to stay safe if a power line falls on your car during Arizona’s monsoon season
Utility experts shared a “shocking” way for drivers to stay safe if they get trapped by a fallen power line during Arizona’s monsoon season.
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ARIZONA REAL ESTATE & HOUSING NEWS | May 28, 2025With home prices down and inventory up, is metro Phoenix a buyer’s market?
Home values fell by 2.8% in metro Phoenix over the last year, one of the biggest drops in the country. Does that mean the Valley is now a buyer's market?
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ARIZONA NEWS | May 23, 2025Arizona governor orders creation of Workplace Heat Safety Task Force
The dangers of extreme Arizona heat are well documented. That’s why state leaders are launching a new initiative to protect workers who toil outdoors.
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ARIZONA NEWS | May 20, 2025Maricopa County opening new child care center, giving employees steep discount
The Maricopa County Kids Club child care center will offer county employees a steep discount after it opens in the coming weeks.
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ARIZONA HOMELESSNESS NEWS | Apr 30, 2025Project Connect event provides access to homelessness services in Tempe
Dozens of community organizations came together in Tempe to offer homelessness services at an event called Project Connect.
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ARIZONA TECHNOLOGY NEWS | Apr 24, 2025Arizona computer science expert explains why being polite to AI can be expensive
When it comes to artificial intelligence, being polite can be expensive, according to an Arizona computer science expert.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Apr 17, 2025For 1st time, St. Mary’s Food Bank distributes turkeys and hams for Easter
St. Mary's Food Bank surprised hundreds of Arizona families in need with full Easter turkeys or hams on Wednesday.
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ARIZONA REAL ESTATE & HOUSING NEWS | Apr 16, 2025Is it a good time to take homeownership leap of faith in Arizona?
Many Arizonans put their dreams of homeownership on hold as prices and mortgage rates skyrocketed in recent years. Is now a good time to buy?
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ARIZONA BUSINESS | Apr 3, 2025Cactus League drew nearly 1.7 million fans in 2025 despite challenges
The Cactus League drew nearly 1.7 million fans across 224 spring training games in the Valley in 2025.