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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Valley teacher rediscovers passion for education through online instruction
A teacher in the Deer Valley Unified School District grew a newfound appreciation for the job when the COVID-19 pandemic forced her school to transition to virtual learning last year.Comments -
New mural on building in Phoenix honors legacy of former fire chief
A mural on the side of a building in central Phoenix honors the life and legacy of the city's former fire chief. -
Return to office concerns are normal, Valley mental health expert says
As the world returns to what was normal prior to the COVID-19 pandemic, many people who have been working from home are experiencing anxiety about returning to work. -
Gilbert changes recycling program amid shrinking material demand
The town of Gilbert has announced changes to its curbside recycling program to better align with stricter industry contamination standards and the shrinking demand for certain materials. -
Phoenix fire union wants trail access limited during extreme temperatures
The Phoenix firefighters union is requesting trail access be limited during extreme temperatures after 12 firefighters had to be sent home from duty with heat-related issues after performing three consecutive mountain rescues in less than 24 hours during an excessive heat warning. -
School district in Phoenix gets first electric school bus in Arizona
The Cartwright Elementary School District in Phoenix is the first school district in Arizona to operate an 84-passenger electric school bus. -
Valley fire official helps rescue efforts in Florida at site of condo collapse
Phoenix Fire Deputy Chief Frank Salomon is working to provide updates on the search and rescue efforts of the tragic condo collapse in Florida for both local media and international media. -
Here’s how to keep your pet healthy and safe during the Fourth of July
Here are some tips on how to keep your pet healthy and safe during the Fourth of July, a typically rough day for animals because of fireworks. -
Peoria Fire preps for Fourth of July at Lake Pleasant with fire rescue boat
An estimated 30,000 people are expected to celebrate at Lake Pleasant this Fourth of July weekend and the Peoria Fire Department is getting ready for the rush with their new boat. -
Scottsdale hospital one of the first to use X-ray vision for hip replacement
The Abrazo Scottsdale Campus became one of the first hospitals in the country to use new augmented reality guidance technology for a total hip replacement.
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