Martha Maurer is the News Director at KTAR News, overseeing editorial and breaking news decision-making in all our news formats. She joined the KTAR newsroom in 2012. She’s a graduate of Arizona State University’s Cronkite News School of Journalism and Mass Communications. In addition to her duties, she enjoys contributing to news stories, particularly focusing on immigration, politics and social issues. You can follow her on Twitter at @MaurerMartha.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jul 23, 2013
Man arrested in viral video dies after collapsing in jail
The man whose arrest went viral died Tuesday after collapsing in a county prison, the Maricopa County Sheriff's Office said.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jul 23, 2013Five Valley girls to appear on ‘America’s Got Talent’
Five girls from Queen Creek, Ariz., will appear on NBC's "America's Got Talent" on Tuesday night.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jul 22, 2013
Carefree tea room welcomes royal baby
A tea room in Carefree, Ariz., marked the birth of the newest addition to the British royal family on Monday.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jul 22, 2013
Gas pump audit finds statewide spike in violations
A recent audit of nearly 2,000 gas stations around the state revealed that about 17 percent were in violation of compliance laws.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jul 19, 2013
Phoenix man killed by lightning in eastern Arizona
A trip to Scott Reservoir near Pinetop, Ariz., turned deadly for a Phoenix man after he was struck by lightning on Friday.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jul 18, 2013
Peoria PD joins program to locate wandering patients
The Peoria Police Department announced Wednesday that it is participating in a program designed to keep track of people who may wander away from home because of a medical condition.
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UNCATEGORIZED | Jul 17, 2013
Arizona vacationing
It's likely you started the summer with a plan to head to the beach. But life has a…
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jul 17, 2013
Maricopa County cracking down on skipped jury duty
Before you ignore that jury summons, you should know Maricopa County Superior Court is cracking down on those who bail on jury duty.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jul 16, 2013
Valley citizens to be repaid after telemarketing scam
A settlement has been reached to reimburse dozens of Valley citizens that were defrauded by a fake telemarketing company.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jul 15, 2013
Phoenix doctor’s videos make patient visit unforgettable
Dr. Randall Porter has been working to make it easier for his patients by offering to record visits.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jul 12, 2013
Group formed to aid Yarnell community recovery
A new group will assist the community affected by the Yarnell Hill Fire as it undergoes the rebuilding and recovery process.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jul 11, 2013Amber Alert canceled after Tempe child found safe
A missing Tempe boy who was abducted by his mother was found safe Thursday, police said.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jul 11, 2013I-10 westbound partially reopened after watermelon spill
A few lanes were reopened Thursday afternoon after a large fruit spill closed westbound Interstate 10 inside the Deck Park Tunnel.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jul 10, 2013Officials: Shipman Fire near Kearny 47 percent contained
A fire burning about 70 miles southeast of Phoenix has charred over 500 acres and has destroyed one home so far.
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UNCATEGORIZED | Jul 10, 2013
eMeals.com can save money, ensure healthy eating
Budgeting monthly expenses can be daunting.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jul 9, 2013
Pedestrian hit by car, I-10 eastbound closed
Interstate 10 eastbound was closed Tuesday after an individual fled the scene of an arrest and was hit by an SUV.
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UNCATEGORIZED | Jul 3, 2013
Contribute to proven Yarnell firefighters funds
Less than a week since 19 elite firefighters lost their lives to an inferno near Yarnell, Ariz., the…
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jul 3, 2013
Memorial for fallen 19 Prescott hotshots scheduled for Tuesday
A memorial service for 19 Prescott-based hotshots who were killed while battling the Yarnell Hill wildfire over the weekend is scheduled for Tuesday.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jul 3, 2013
Phoenix police arrest serial flasher
Joggers along the Central Avenue corridor were able to feel a little safer Wednesday after police arrested a suspected serial flasher.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jul 2, 2013
Jodi Arias trial date vacated; conference set
The July 18 trial date for Jodi Arias has been vacated, an analyst said Tuesday.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jun 28, 2013
University of Phoenix Stadium to hire up to 800
University of Phoenix Stadium in Glendale, Ariz., is looking to hire up to 800 people at a job fair on Saturday.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jun 28, 2013
Left lane of Interstate 17 reopened after rollover
The left lane of Interstate 17 was reopened Friday after a rollover crash.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jun 28, 2013
Bus strike looms over Phoenix metro area
About 40 bus routes in the southeast Valley could be affected Monday if a bus driver strike is not averted over the weekend.
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UNCATEGORIZED | Jun 27, 2013
Summer sales bring relief at checkout register
Summertime is not only great for pool parties it can also be a pretty good shopping season.