Jennifer Martinez
Jennifer joined the FOX 10 news team in October 2018 She comes to Phoenix by way of Tucson and she is thrilled to be in Phoenix as she continues her journey in the Grand Canyon state.
Jennifer was a News Reporter and Fill-in anchor at KGUN 9 in Tucson but she is no stranger to the Capital. She covered countless stories in Phoenix, including President Donald Trump’s first visit to Arizona and the death of late Senator John McCain. She also covered major stories along the US/Mexico border, the historic #RedforEd movement where thousands of teachers protested for better classrooms in Arizona, and the deadly restaurant shooting at a popular mall, La Encantada.
Jennifer’s most passionate work came when she anchored a 30-minute special, “The Quiet Epidemic: Mental Illness in Arizona.”
Jennifer began her reporting career in her beloved home state, Massachusetts. She was a News Reporter at Western Mass News in Springfield, just west of Boston. Although Jennifer has put down some roots in Arizona – Jennifer is a proud Bostonian through and through! Go Patriots, Celtics, and Red Sox!
Jennifer graduated from Suffolk University with a Bachelor’s degree in TV broadcasting.
Jennifer’s love to tell stories is what led her to become a journalist. She began writing in a journal at a young age and always asked too many questions.
Jennifer is a proud Latina – her family is from Puerto Rico. ¡Sí, hablo español!
When Jennifer is not reporting the news you can find her hiking up a mountain, taking a yoga class, catching a flight somewhere, playing with her kitty Little Lola, dragging friends to brunch, and exploring her new city!
The latest from Jennifer Martinez
FnB Restaurant in Scottsdale to require proof of COVID-19 vaccination to dine in
Beginning Aug. 4, FnB Restaurant in Scottsdale will begin requiring customers who wish to dine in to prove they're fully vaccinated against COVID-19.
Phoenix Union High School District reinstates mask mandate
"In an effort to protect our staff, students, and the community, PXU has a good faith belief that following guidance from the CDC and other health agencies regarding mitigation strategies is imperative," the district said in a news release on Friday.
End of eviction moratorium could bring problems for those behind on rent, but help is available
The impending end of the eviction moratorium has sparked concerns from some, but there are financial options for renters to apply for in Maricopa County and Phoenix.
Body of Faith Moore found near Cottonwood 4 days after being washed away
The Yavapai County Sheriff's Office says the body of Faith Moore was found near where she was washed away by floodwaters on July 24.
Businesses split on mask-wearing requirements amid COVID-19 Delta variant surge
While some businesses are asking their visitors to wear masks, others say they will not enforce guidelines that are not considered to be law.
PD: New video shows woman killed by stray gunfire while ordering from food truck outside of Phoenix nightclub
Destiny McClain was shot while ordering from a food truck outside a Phoenix nightclub near 17th Street and McDowell Road.
Doorbell camera captures police shooting and chase in Chandler
The incident happened on Saturday, July 24, and ended with a shooting that injured 32-year-old Arnold Serrano. Serrano later led officers on a short chase in an RV before the RV crashed near Dobson and Frye.
Missing Pennsylvania woman found dead in Arizona
A Pennsylvania woman who went missing on July 10 was found dead, her family said on July 22.
'No indication of foul play' after missing man found dead in Scottsdale canal
According to police, the body was found on July 19 in a canal near Scottsdale and Camelback Roads. The body was found in the same area where a missing man was last seen.
People gather to remember woman killed outside Phoenix nightclub
Family, friends, and others who saw the story and wanted to support the family gathered in the West Valley to remember a girl who was killed outside a nightclub in Phoenix over the weekend.