
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
NTSB investigates crash near Chandler Municipal Airport that killed pilot
A pilot was killed when a Piper PA-28 crashed near the Chandler Municipal Airport, and now, the NTSB is looking into what happened.
Gilbert residents express concern as water rates go up once again
Gilbert officials raised water rates by 25% this year, prompting concerns from residents about affordability and the local housing market.
Gilbert e-bike rider injured in hit-and-run crash; police search for driver
Hunter Kennedy suffered a head injury and severe road rash after a gold SUV struck him on his e-bike and fled the scene. Gilbert Police need the public's help to find the driver.
Arizona heat wave: Temperatures reach 117 in Phoenix on Friday, a new record
As an extreme heat warning brings record high temps to Arizona, local cooling stations are stepping up to provide water and air conditioning.
Peoria Unified implements new safety policies amid teachers probe
As students prepare to return to school, Peoria Unified leaders are facing a lot of questions amid an investigation into two former teachers who are accused of having a sexual relationship with the same student.
Kyrene parent raises safety concerns over new bus stop routes
A local mother is speaking out after her daughter's bus stop was moved nearly a mile away from their home. She says the district blamed bus shortages for the change.
Prescott Valley monsoon storm causes severe flooding and property damage
Heavy rain and wind hit Prescott Valley, sweeping away cars and flooding homes. The Red Cross is assisting residents as the community assesses the damage.
Phoenix non-profit supports single-parent families battling cancer
Phoenix non-profit The Singletons and DoorDash partnered to provide backpacks and school supplies to single-parent families battling cancer.
Monsoon: New Flagstaff flood mitigation projects help protect city
Millions spent on infrastructure below the Museum Fire burn scar helped prevent flooding during the storms on July 17.
Arizona monsoon season brings Category 3 dust storm to Phoenix
The first major dust storm of the Arizona monsoon season brought low visibility, rain, and 39 mph wind gusts to Phoenix and surrounding areas on Sunday night.









