
Taylor Wirtz
Taylor joined the FOX10 team as a reporter in June 2025. Born and raised in Los Angeles, she is thrilled to be just a drive away from family, and can’t wait to see all that living in the Valley has to offer.
Taylor comes to Phoenix from WINK News in Fort Myers, Florida, where she served as a weekend anchor and reported during the week. She went live from "Evacuation Zone A" while Hurricane Ian, the deadliest storm in modern Florida history, washed ashore, providing coverage until the station was knocked off the air. Her reports aired on The Weather Channel, CNN, and Fox News, among other outlets. She then anchored hours of wall-to-wall, unscripted coverage of Southwest Florida’s recovery in the weeks that followed.
Taylor also covered the Gabby Petito case, and the ensuing manhunt for Brian Laundrie in North Port that captured national attention.
Before Florida, she got her start at KTWO TV in Casper, Wyoming, where she mainly served as anchor and producer of Good Morning Wyoming. She reported on various gubernatorial, U.S. House and Senate races in the state, and enjoyed highlighting small businesses as part of the morning show.
Taylor is a proud Horned Frog, graduating from Texas Christian University in 2018.
She has a deep love for animals, and has emceed fundraisers, galas and events for Humane Societies in both Florida and Wyoming. When she’s not at work, you can find her walking her dog Scarlett, traveling, or eating somewhere yummy.
Taylor is passionate about telling emotional stories that showcase the power of the human spirit. She couldn’t be happier to have the privilege of telling stories in the Valley.
If you have a story idea for Taylor, reach out via email or send her a message on social media. And if you see her out and about, please say hello!
The latest from Taylor Wirtz
NAU students death: Experts detail dangers of alcohol poisoning
Medical findings showed that the 18-year-old NAU student who died following an alleged fraternity hazing event suffered from lung and brain swelling.
Tempe Tavern at risk of losing liquor license in 'lethal pattern' of underage drinking
Arizona regulators are seeking to immediately revoke the liquor license of Tempe Tavern following a 257-page report alleging systemic undercover drinking and illegal entry schemes.
U.S. war in Iran triggers massive spike in Phoenix-area gas prices
Phoenix gas prices have surged by an average of 56 cents per gallon in just one week, with local averages hitting $4.10 as of March 8.
Vigil held for Mesa mother of 7 killed on neighbor's porch
Family and friends gathered to honor Maria "Mea" Lewis as questions remain regarding a fatal shooting involving an investigator for the Arizona Attorney General's Office.
Protesters clash at Arizona Capitol over U.S. actions in Iran
Protesters and counter-protesters of the U.S. war in Iran faced off at the Arizona State Capitol, resulting in heated shouting matches and a rare handshake.
3 hurt after plane crashes into backyard of north Phoenix home
Three people are hurt after firefighters say a plane crashed into the backyard of a north Phoenix home near Cave Creek Road and Deer Valley Drive.
Arizona high school student demands buffer zone to keep ICE away schools
A Dysart High School student is calling for a federal buffer zone to block ICE detention facilities from operating within three miles of K-12 school campuses.
Phoenix movers spot Amber Alert suspect at gas station, block her car until police arrive
Employees of a local business, Camelback Moving, are being hailed as heroes after they helped rescue a 2-year-old girl who was allegedly abducted from her Avondale home.
Heat rescues spike amid record-breaking temperatures across Phoenix
First responders report a spike in rescues as the Valley reaches temperatures in the 90s, marking the fourth consecutive day of record-breaking heat.
Mom of 7 killed on neighbor's doorstep in Mesa identified
Maria "Mia" Lewis, a mother of seven, was killed early Saturday morning on a neighbor's doorstep in a Mesa neighborhood.









