Ali Vetnar
Ali Vetnar is a reporter at KTAR News. Growing up in Phoenix, she's now reporting on the streets of her hometown. Ali joined the KTAR newsroom after she graduated college from Arizona Christian University in 2017 with a degree in communications with an emphasis in broadcasting. Her career started at the editor desk, but her passion for storytelling led her into the community meeting people face to face to tell their stories. She is passionate about stories involving social justice, first responders and public safety. You can follow her on Twitter @Ali_Vetnar and Facebook at @AliVetnar.
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Tempe mayor, task force push towards continued police reform
Following a year of social justice demands, the city of Tempe announced potential changes to city's review panel around policing.Comments -
Heavy drinking could adversely affect immunity ahead of COVID-19 vaccine
Experts in Russia and the United Kingdom suggest binge drinking ahead of receiving the coronavirus vaccine could affect an individual's immune system. -
New report from AARP shows Arizona nursing homes in crisis
With one of the most at-risk populations, nursing homes across the state have been caught in the middle of the coronavirus pandemic. -
ASU professor’s project upholds MLK’s legacy in political climate, society
An Arizona State University professor program recently received the MLK Diversity Award for sparking conversations that help people better see and understand diversity, inclusion and equity. -
City of Phoenix approves additional funds for eviction relief services
The Phoenix City Council has approved an additional $465,000 for legal services for residents facing the threat of eviction. -
Amazon donates thermal cameras to Goodyear first responders
On Sunday, first responders in Goodyear added some new high-tech tools to their belt thanks to Amazon. -
Scottsdale fire chief says COVID-19 has added new challenges to job
Scottsdale Fire Chief Tom Shannon says he's worried about the effect that the added challenges of the coronavirus pandemic are having on firefighters. -
Valley psychologist offers tips on how to reason with conspiracy theorists
Congress on Thursday finalized Joe Biden’s victory in the 2020 election. Despite that, some supporters of President Donald Trump continue refuse to accept the outcome of the race. A Valley psychologist is offering tips on how to reason with those people. -
Valley doctor skeptical of TikTok trend to regain taste, smell
With a lingering loss of smell and taste following a COVID-19 diagnosis, many are desperate enough to restore their senses with trends seen on TikTok. -
Excessive drinking can cause ‘holiday heart syndrome’ in healthy people
Holiday heart syndrome is caused by bouts of excessive alcohol drinking in a short amount of time that primarily impacts people with healthy hearts.
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