Taylor Tasler

Taylor Tasler, a multimedia reporter, joined KTAR News as an intern in 2020 and was promoted to a full-time role in 2021. A Fall 2020 graduate of Arizona State University's Walter Cronkite School of Journalism and Mass Communication, the Reno native enjoys covering politics, COVID-19 and immigration.

ARIZONA NEWS | Feb 9, 2022
Federal grant to allow Glendale Fire Department to screen firefighters for cancer

The Glendale Fire Department has received a nearly $1 million federal grant that will allow more than 250 sworn firefighters to be screened for cancer.
ARIZONA NEWS | Feb 8, 2022
Arizona bill mandating outside probe of police shootings hopes to build public trust

Law enforcement agencies and political leaders in Arizona are trying to build community trust through legislation that would require an outside investigation of police shootings.
ARIZONA NEWS | Jan 31, 2022
Funding for state-run program that helps crime victims part of Gov. Ducey’s budget proposal

A state-run program that helps crime victims could be getting some much-needed funding after it was included in Arizona Gov. Doug Ducey’s $14.2 billion spending plan for the fiscal year.
ARIZONA NEWS | Jan 28, 2022
ASU professor, students build air filters to help keep kids safe from COVID-19 while in class

Infectious Disease Epidemiologist Meghan Jehn and students from Arizona State University are building DIY Corsi-Rosenthal boxes, which can filter out air particles that can carry viruses like COVID-19.
ARIZONA NEWS | Jan 27, 2022
Homeless young adults in Arizona remain at risk for human trafficking while resources are depleted

As homeless young adults in Arizona are faced with the risk of being trafficked, funding to help them is almost nonexistent in Maricopa County.
ARIZONA NEWS | Jan 24, 2022
Scottsdale Police Department working to combat human trafficking in the state

A Valley police department is working to combat the issue of human trafficking in the state with Arizona having the 13th highest rate for cases reported in the nation.
ARIZONA NEWS | Jan 21, 2022
Thousands of Arizona teens left waiting as fewer people become foster parents amid pandemic

A Valley nonprofit that provides housing for vulnerable youth in the state says teens are slipping through the cracks and that fewer people are going through the process of becoming a certified foster parent due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
ARIZONA NEWS | Jan 10, 2022
Phoenix officer gives 10-year-old girl another chance at life with a kidney transplant

Jackie Ravelo knew she'd be giving back to the community when she signed up to be a Phoenix police officer, but her commitment to serving her fellow citizens turned out to look a little different -- and sacrificial -- than most as she donated a kidney to the daughter of a former recreational softball teammate.
ARIZONA NEWS | Dec 14, 2021
Valley resident hopes to expose porch pirates with new website

One Valley resident is putting his foot down when it comes to porch pirates by launching a website residents can report missing packages to.
ARIZONA NEWS | Dec 13, 2021
Valley doctor fearful COVID-19 pandemic could cause spike in cancer cases

In the past year, COVID-19 has taken over cancer as the leading cause of death in the U.S., but it also could be the catalyst for a spike in cancer deaths.
ARIZONA NEWS | Dec 7, 2021
Valley oncologist urging lung cancer screening amid concerning rise in nonsmokers

A Valley oncologist is recommending people get screened for lung cancer amid a concerning rise in cases among nonsmokers.
ARIZONA NEWS | Dec 3, 2021
MLB lockout could devastate Arizona businesses if no agreement before spring training

The lockout of Major League Baseball has the Cactus League's executive director concerned about the impact on local businesses if no agreement is reached by spring training.
ARIZONA NEWS | Nov 15, 2021
Valley auto repair shop says supply chain issues are leading to delays

A Valley auto repair shop says turnaround times are longer due to supply chain issues on many of the parts they need.
ARIZONA NEWS | Nov 11, 2021
Tempe extends anti-discrimination ordinance to cover hair texture, styles

The Tempe City Council voted unanimously Tuesday night to adopt an ordinance that extends the city's anti-discrimination ordinance to cover discrimination based on hair texture and styles.
ARIZONA NEWS | Nov 8, 2021
Phoenix Children’s faces possible lawsuit after employee vaccine exemption list revealed

Phoenix Children’s is facing a potential class-action lawsuit after a list of employees with approved vaccine exemptions was revealed.
ARIZONA NEWS | Nov 4, 2021
City of Phoenix recognizes Nov. 3 as Veterans Brain Health Awareness Day

The city of Phoenix now recognizes Nov. 3 as Veterans Brain Health Awareness Day in hopes to encourage those currently serving or have served to be conscious of their brain health.
ARIZONA NEWS | Oct 27, 2021
UArizona researchers create wearable device that can detect diseases

University of Arizona researchers have developed a 3D-printed wearable mesh device that can detect diseases.
ARIZONA NEWS | Oct 22, 2021
COVID vaccine reimbursement issues causing problems for Arizona pharmacies

The federal government is fronting the money for anyone who wants to get vaccinated against COVID-19, but an Arizona pharmacy group said challenges with reimbursement are resulting in staffing shortages.
ARIZONA NEWS | Oct 20, 2021
New Arizona law looks to help curb spike in drag racing incidents

A new Arizona law that went into effect last month is looking to help put the brakes on a spike in street racing incidents.
ARIZONA NEWS | Oct 14, 2021
Phoenix Police face increase in 911 calls and homicides amid staffing shortages

The Phoenix Police Department said Wednesday it is facing critically low staffing while emergency calls and homicides are on the rise.
ARIZONA NEWS | Oct 11, 2021
Valley studio uses dance to educate their students about Hispanic culture

A Phoenix dance academy that has been in the Valley for more than two decades is dedicated to immersing students in Hispanic culture and history.
ARIZONA NEWS | Oct 1, 2021
Arizona gubernatorial race candidates discuss business, economic issues at forum

The 2022 race for Arizona governor is already heating up as candidates squared off to discuss business and economic issues currently facing the state at a forum held Thursday.
ARIZONA NEWS | Sep 30, 2021
Commercial real estate grows in Arizona despite hits from COVID-19 pandemic

The COVID-19 pandemic sent a majority of the workforce home and out of the office, but that doesn't mean commercial real estate in Arizona took a hit.
ARIZONA NEWS | Sep 24, 2021
Arizona Hispanic Chamber of Commerce CEO credits roots for career success

Courage in culture sums up the story of Monica Villalobos, CEO of Arizona's Hispanic Chamber of Commerce and one of the most influential Hispanics in Arizona.