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
Officials describe human smuggling scheme involving Maricopa County Assessor Paul D. Petersen
Authorities have released new details surrounding a human smuggling scheme involving Maricopa County Assessor Paul D. Petersen, who was arrested in California Tuesday night.
Utah AG's Office: Maricopa County Assessor Paul D. Petersen arrested, accused of human smuggling
Officials with the Utah Attorney General's Office announced Tuesday night that Maricopa County Assessor Paul D. Petersen is accused of human smuggling and sale of a child.
Police identify man who died in police custody after fight at west Phoenix Circle K
Phoenix Police have identified the man who died in police custody following an incident inside a Circle K.
'Tango' ride at Arizona State Fair malfunctions, leaves riders stuck in mid-air
The 'Tango' ride at the Arizona State Fair malfunctioned over the weekend, leaving riders in mid-air for six minutes.
Months following deadly hit & run, victim's family asking for the public's help
A Valley family is trying to find closure after their loved one was killed in a hit-and-run crash in July, and they are asking for the public's help. FOX 10's Jennifer Martinez reports.
Woman whose fiance died during confrontation with police speaks out
A woman at the center of a domestic violence incident that ended with a deadly standoff speaks to FOX 10's Jennifer Martinez on the ordeal.
Late Cardinals owner Bill Bidwill remembered for his generosity
Bill Bidwill, the late owner of Arizona Cardinals, is being remembered for his generosity. FOX 10's Jennifer Martinez spoke with one of the benefactors.
Mesa police investigating shooting that left one man dead
A man has died after he was shot multiple times in the East Valley. Mesa police are investigating the shooting that broke out near Main St. and the Loop 101.
Phoenix firefighters battle 3-alarm fire at strip mall
Cleanup is underway at a Phoenix strip mall after a massive fire broke out.
Family asks the public to help find deadly hit and run suspect
A woman in a wheelchair was killed in a tragic hit and run crash at a Valley intersection overnight. Now her family members are hoping the public can help them find answers. FOX 10's Jennifer Martinez reports.