Martha Maurer

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.

UNCATEGORIZED | Oct 17, 2013
Five tips for hosting a budget-friendly Halloween party

Whether it's a party for kids or adults only, planning a Halloween party can be stressful, not to mention costly.
ARIZONA NEWS | Oct 16, 2013
Several injured when SUV strikes light rail in Phoenix

Several people were injured Wednesday after an SUV driver allegedly ran a red light and collided with a light rail train.
ARIZONA NEWS | Oct 11, 2013
Arizona officials warn of con artists latching onto Affordable Care

Scammers are trying to take advantage of people struggling with the Affordable Care Act.
ARIZONA NEWS | Oct 10, 2013
Arizona, other states reach settlement against marketer

Arizona and 46 other states have reached a $30 million settlement against a national marketer accused of misleading customers into signing up for discount clubs and memberships.
UNCATEGORIZED | Oct 9, 2013
How to enjoy Halloween on a budget

While the streets in your neighborhood begin looking dark, grim and scary with Halloween decorations, what is freaky is how much Halloween costs nowadays.
ARIZONA NEWS | Oct 9, 2013
Grand Avenue adorned with new green bike lanes

The city of Phoenix has installed new bike lanes along Grand Avenue that are designed to be easier to see for drivers.
ARIZONA NEWS | Oct 8, 2013
AZDHS: 11 people sickened from salmonella outbreak

More than 10 people in Arizona have been sickened as a result of a salmonella outbreak at Foster Farms, the Arizona Department of Health said Tuesday.
ARIZONA NEWS | Oct 8, 2013
Cave Creek, Scottsdale mayors to duel?

The battle over the title of the "West's Most Western Town" will heat up Tuesday night.
ARIZONA NEWS | Oct 7, 2013
First flu case confirmed in Maricopa County

Flu season is back in the Valley. The Arizona Department of Health Services said Monday that the first flu case of 2013 has been confirmed.
UNCATEGORIZED | Oct 2, 2013
Don’t let shutdown ruin fall plans

There are still places to go and things to do around town that aren't affected by the shutdown.
ARIZONA NEWS | Oct 2, 2013
Chandler Honeywell plant evacuated for vapor cloud

A Honeywell plant in Chandler was evacuated Wednesday after a vapor could formed inside of the facility, the Chandler Fire Department said.
ARIZONA NEWS | Oct 1, 2013
More than 400 furloughed at Luke Air Force Base

More than 400 civilian employees at Luke Air Force Base have been furloughed as a result of the partial federal government shutdown.
ARIZONA NEWS | Oct 1, 2013
Shutdown closes some immigration courts in Arizona

Many immigration courts, including those handling deportations in Arizona, were closed Tuesday as a result of the government shutdown.
UNCATEGORIZED | Sep 25, 2013
Fall is the best time to shop for summer

As soon as the summer ends we feel the pressure of the holiday season creeping up on us.…
ARIZONA NEWS | Sep 20, 2013
FD: Portion of San Tan Village evacuated for suspicious package

A portion of San Tan Village was evacuated Friday after a suspicious package was found, the Gilbert Fire Department said.
UNCATEGORIZED | Sep 18, 2013
The money ‘talk’: The secret to a happy marriage

One of the main reasons for breakups is money. Here are a few tips to keep your finances in order, while maintaining peace in your marriage.
ARIZONA NEWS | Sep 16, 2013
Verdict reached in Richard Chrisman trial

The jury in the case of Richard Chrisman, a former Phoenix police officer accused of killing an unarmed man and his dog, has reached a decision.
ARIZONA NEWS | Sep 11, 2013
DPS: Department of Corrections vehicle rolls over near Florence

A Department of Corrections wildland vehicle was involved in an accident Wednesday, the Arizona Department of Public Safety said.
ARIZONA NEWS | Sep 9, 2013
NWS: Funnel cloud spotted near Tucson

A funnel cloud was spotted near Tucson, Ariz. on Monday, the National Weather Service said.
ARIZONA NEWS | Sep 9, 2013
Some Old Town Scottsdale streets becoming one-way

The city of Scottsdale is testing a change of traffic patterns in the popular bar district of Old Town.
ARIZONA NEWS | Sep 6, 2013
Neighbor dispute turns deadly in Phoenix neighborhood

Police arrested a man Friday who is believed to have shot and killed his neighbor.
ARIZONA NEWS | Sep 6, 2013
Police: Man robbed men seeking same-sex experiences

A man was arrested Friday on suspicion of using social media to find men soliciting homosexual acts and then robbing them.
UNCATEGORIZED | Sep 5, 2013
Kids and money: An important lesson to be learned

Here are a few things to teach our kids to help them grow up money-savvy.
ARIZONA NEWS | Sep 3, 2013
AG Tom Horne wins $250,000 settlement against credit card scammers

Arizona Attorney General Tom Horne won a $250,000 settlement against several Arizona companies convicted of credit card fraud, his office announced in a press release.