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 9, 2023Phoenix Children’s opening new multi-specialty clinic in Glendale
After breaking ground two years ago today, Phoenix Children’s Specialty Care, Arrowhead Campus, will open to the public next Wednesday, in Glendale.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Nov 9, 2023Political middle a necessary strength to help candidates win elections in Arizona
Candidates who want to win elections in Arizona in 2024 are going to have to perform well with the political middle.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Oct 4, 2023Phoenix Fire Department breaks ground on state-of-the-art fire station in West Valley
The Phoenix Fire Department broke ground on a new fire station near 91st Avenue and Lower Buckeye Road in the West Valley.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Sep 21, 2023Here’s why Maricopa County is seeing a rise in Huskies in shelters
Animal shelters in Arizona are seeing a growing number of Huskies enter the shelter system making them among the most common breeds in shelters.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Sep 15, 2023Maricopa County STRENGTH Court uses empathy over judgment for sex trafficking victims
A courtroom can be a scary place to be, especially for children who are victims of sex trafficking who end up standing before a judge, but one Maricopa County court program is using empathy, not judgment to get them the help they need.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Aug 28, 2023Home run for Arizona: Spring Training pumps over $710 million into economy
Spring Training generated more than $418 million in new revenue for Arizona’s economy this year and more than $710 million in total economic activity, according to a new economic impact study from Arizona State University’s Seidman Institute.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Aug 15, 2023Phoenix Public Library branches offer free Narcan to combat opioid crisis
Lifesaving opioid overdose reversal medication naloxone, also known as Narcan, is now available for free at any Phoenix Public Library branch.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Aug 11, 2023Gov. Hobbs signs Prop. 400 bill, voters will decide on its future
Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs has officially signed Senate Bill 1102, which sends a proposed 20-year extension of Prop 400 to a public vote.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Aug 9, 2023Anxiety increasing among Arizona children in the digital era
In a time when technology allows people to connect with others more than ever before, an increasing number of children are feeling alone.
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ARIZONA HEALTH NEWS | Jul 19, 2023Phoenix Children’s to open Avondale campus, meeting needs of southwest Valley
Phoenix Children’s is opening an emergency department on July 26 at its Avondale campus to help fill the need for pediatric services in the rapidly expanding southwest Valley.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jun 27, 2023Arizona surgeon uses augmented reality for state’s first-of-its-kind spinal surgery
An Arizona surgeon is using technology on a spinal surgery that’s the first of its kind in the state and is minimally invasive.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jun 21, 2023
Program helps Arizona teens connect with peers who are dealing with mental health crisis
The Arizona-based suicide prevention nonprofit, “Teen Lifeline” is implementing a first-of-its-kind program that it hopes will save children’s lives.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jun 15, 2023Without a Home: Veterans serve others who served and now face homelessness
It can be hard for some veterans to trust people who haven’t served in the military, even when they need help while facing homelessness.
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ARIZONA NEWS | May 22, 2023Specialization in Valley youth sports shows trend leading to more injuries
According to the National Athletic Trainer’s Association, 17%-41% of athletes specialize in sport, with numbers varying due to many factors.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Apr 20, 2023Here’s what the FBI Phoenix office wants you to know about AI ‘voice cloning’ scams
People are finding new ways to use artificial intelligence technology, but not all of those ways are for the greater good.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Apr 10, 2023Here’s a look inside working at a Valley police dispatch center
We sent a reporter to a police dispatch center to learn about training, what the job looks like and how those interested can get started.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Apr 5, 2023First triple-organ transplant in Arizona history gives a new chance at life
A Valley hospital recently made Arizona history, performing the first ever triple-organ transplant in the state.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Feb 8, 2023Fighter jets will be on the lookout during Super Bowl LVII in Glendale
Erik Amend with the Federal Aviation Administration said there will be increased flight restrictions during the Super Bowl.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Feb 3, 2023New desert garden open at Phoenix park in time for Super Bowl events
Hance Park in downtown Phoenix will host one of the Valley’s many Super Bowl festivities, and now it has a brand new desert garden.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jan 27, 2023Survivor, advocates bring awareness to human trafficking prevention in Arizona
A survivor and advocates in Arizona discussed how to spot signs and be better educated during national Human Trafficking Awareness Month.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Dec 30, 2022Here’s what a consumer watchdog says to do if you were affected by Southwest flight problems
What should you do if you’ve been affected by Southwest problems? The first thing is to not settle for less than you deserve, a consumer watchdog says.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Dec 14, 2022Here’s what transportation projects have been funded by Prop 400
A recently published report shows the work that was done throughout the year funded by the money collected by Prop 400.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Dec 6, 2022D-backs Winter Classic gives kids clothes, books ahead of holidays
The Diamondbacks on Monday gave back to hundreds of children from elementary schools in the valley as part of the 25th D-backs Winter Classic.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Oct 28, 2022Lost dog of 10 months returned to Phoenix owners after identified by microchip
After nearly 10 months of searching, a family dog is back home in Phoenix after officials identified him through a microchip.