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 | Mar 31, 2014Scottsdale nominated for best golf destination
It's no secret Scottsdale has spectacular golf courses, but now the city could move up in standing if it is selected as the best public golf destination by 10Best.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Mar 24, 2014Phoenix track coach arrested for sex with student
A track coach at a Valley charter school has been arrested on suspicion of having sexual contact with a student, police said Monday.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Mar 20, 2014Glendale woman arrested for sex with teenager
A Glendale, Ariz. woman was arrested Thursday on having suspicion of having a sexual relationship with a young teenager.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Mar 20, 2014
Stanton returns to Mexico, hopes to secure trade office
Mayor Greg Stanton made his eighth trip of his term to Mexico City on Thursday in hopes of securing a permanent Mexican trade office in Phoenix.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Mar 14, 2014‘Big Bang Theory’ star shares passion for science
Mayim Bialik is more than just a major TV star, she's also a role model for young women interested in the areas of science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM).
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ARIZONA NEWS | Mar 12, 2014
Arizona second in number of solar jobs created
Arizona ranked second in the nation for the creation of clean energy jobs during the fourth quarter of 2013.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Mar 11, 2014
Gun used in teen murder-suicide was stolen from family member
PHOENIX -- A gun used by a Phoenix teen to kill his ex-girlfriend and then himself, belonged to…
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ARIZONA NEWS | Mar 6, 2014
More than 30 prostitution ads during Super Bowl may be minors
Human trafficking, prostitution and the exploitation of minors are all concerns for Arizona ahead of the 2015 Super Bowl.
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UNCATEGORIZED | Mar 5, 2014Keeping a beautiful yard shouldn’t break your wallet
Spring may not officially be here, yet, but it sure feels like spring in Arizona. Already we're teased…
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ARIZONA NEWS | Mar 4, 2014
Growing Latino base could hurt GOP future in Arizona
The Republican Party's hold over Arizona could dwindle in the coming years because of a surge in the Latino population, a study said.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Mar 4, 2014
Report: Visitors to Casa Grande ruins spent $4 million in 2012
A national park just south of the Phoenix metro area is enjoying a tourism boom, a report said.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Mar 4, 2014
Tempe bars throwing Mardi Gras party
Calling all adults who want to mark Fat Tuesday: Several bars in downtown Tempe are joining forces to throw a big Mardi Gras party.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Mar 3, 2014
Priest: Russian movements in Ukraine similar to WWII
A Tucson priest said he is praying pressure exerted by western countries will help calm the possible spark of another world war in the Crimea region of Ukraine.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Mar 3, 2014
Ukrainians: We do not want to be part of Russia
As the threat of Russian military action in Ukraine grows, two residents said the last thing the troubled country wants is interference from a world power.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Feb 21, 2014$1 million Chandler Powerball winner steps forward
A Chandler, Ariz. man who won $1 million in Wednesday's Powerball drawing has stepped forward, the Arizona Lottery said Friday.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Feb 14, 2014
ADOT making progress on ramps near Glendale stadiums
Good progress is being made on the construction of four freeway ramps near Glendale's sports and entertainment districts, the Arizona Department of Transportation said Friday.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Feb 13, 2014
UA-Phoenix launches medical program for high school students
The University of Arizona's Phoenix medical school has launched a new program to help Valley high schools students jump start their future.
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UNCATEGORIZED | Feb 13, 2014This Valentine’s Day, skip the flowers and the chocolates
It's true, we girls like to get flowers on Valentine's Day. The sad part is, they die within…
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ARIZONA NEWS | Feb 12, 2014World’s largest UFO conference underway in Valley
Calling all believers in aliens and unidentified flying objects: The world's largest UFO conference got under way Wednesday in Fountain Hills, Ariz.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Feb 12, 2014
Census: Arizona second in solar-related jobs
Arizona continues to be one of the top states leading the way when it comes to the solar power industry, a census said.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Feb 5, 2014
Phoenix police looking to hire 15 officers
Calling all applicants: The Phoenix Police Department is now hiring.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Feb 4, 2014
Plane makes gear-up landing at Deer Valley Airport
A small plane made a gear-up landing at Dear Valley Airport on Tuesday, a Federal Aviation Administration spokesman said.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Feb 3, 2014Arizona partners with Western Union to fight money laundering
The state of Arizona and Western Union are working hand in hand to combat the growing problem of money laundering in the state.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Feb 3, 2014NASCAR champion surprises Valley vets with race tickets
Veterans at the Phoenix VA Health Care System got a surprise visit from 2012 NASCAR Sprint Cup Series Champion Brad Keselowski on Monday.