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Ali Swenson

Ali Swenson

Ali Swenson was an editorial fellow for Phoenix New Times starting in 2019.

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Food Bank for HIV Patients to Rework Policy After Man Said He Got Expired Food

Food Bank for HIV Patients to Rework Policy After Man Said He Got Expired Food

By Ali SwensonDecember 11, 2019

For HIV and AIDS patients with compromised immune systems, eating bad food could lead to life-threatening infections.

National Group Hosts Campaign Boot Camp in Phoenix in Push to Flip Arizona Blue

National Group Hosts Campaign Boot Camp in Phoenix in Push to Flip Arizona Blue

By Ali SwensonDecember 6, 2019

Arizona’s potential as a swing state in 2020 has lured a national group to train campaign staffers in a Phoenix boot camp this weekend.

Video: Arizona DPS Director Gets Warning for Driving Over 90 MPH

Video: Arizona DPS Director Gets Warning for Driving Over 90 MPH

By Ali SwensonDecember 4, 2019

Watch out while driving — you may be sharing the road with the lead-footed state DPS director.

Arizona Teen’s Lawsuit Says Juul Ads Targeting Youths Hooked Him on Nicotine

Arizona Teen’s Lawsuit Says Juul Ads Targeting Youths Hooked Him on Nicotine

By Ali SwensonDecember 3, 2019

“Don’t give up,” a 2018 Juul pamphlet reads. “You’ll find your perfect puff.”

Health Department Urges Flu Shots As State Sees Triple Last Year’s Flu Activity

Health Department Urges Flu Shots As State Sees Triple Last Year’s Flu Activity

By Ali SwensonNovember 27, 2019

Beware the Thanksgiving germs.

Child Sex Abuse Task Force Gives 19 Recommendations; Some Say It Lacks a Big One

Child Sex Abuse Task Force Gives 19 Recommendations; Some Say It Lacks a Big One

By Ali SwensonNovember 26, 2019

After meeting six times from September to November, here are the group’s highly-anticipated findings.

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Arizona Woman Detained in China for Third Straight Month With Little Explanation

Arizona Woman Detained in China for Third Straight Month With Little Explanation

By Ali SwensonNovember 22, 2019

Sue Jiang has been in a Shanghai prison for nearly three months. Her family and friends in Arizona are still looking for answers.

Your Guide to Arizona’s Upcoming Switch to Digital Medical Marijuana Cards

Your Guide to Arizona’s Upcoming Switch to Digital Medical Marijuana Cards

By Ali SwensonNovember 21, 2019

We asked Colby Bower all the questions you had about the digital cards coming to Arizona on December 1.

Arizona Vape Illness Cases Jump to 17 as Lawmakers Plot Ways to Curb E-Cig Use

Arizona Vape Illness Cases Jump to 17 as Lawmakers Plot Ways to Curb E-Cig Use

By Ali SwensonNovember 20, 2019

The announcement comes as lawmakers announce plans to battle the outbreak through legislation.

Phoenix Set to Pay Up to $2M to Family of Stabbed Man Who Died Waiting on EMTs

By Ali SwensonNovember 19, 2019

The suit refers to footage of officers joking around and “blowing bubbles with their chewing gum” while Fitzpatrick bled to death just inside the house.

Arizona Group Unveils Rival Pot Legalization Plan, Seeks Legislative Approval

Arizona Group Unveils Rival Pot Legalization Plan, Seeks Legislative Approval

By Ali SwensonNovember 14, 2019

A small group of cannabis industry representatives hope its new plan for legalization can offset the power of large-scale dispensaries.

Costco Allows Trump Fans to Rally at Scottsdale Trump Jr. Event Despite Policy

By Ali SwensonNovember 12, 2019

Arizona Republican Party Chair Kelli Ward even made an appearance.

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Cannabis Group Drafts Rival Plan to Legalize Pot — But Can It Woo Legislators?

Cannabis Group Drafts Rival Plan to Legalize Pot — But Can It Woo Legislators?

By Ali SwensonNovember 11, 2019

It’s still unclear which, if any, legislators will support the Arizona Cannabis Chamber of Commerce’s ideas.

Vape Illness Cases in Arizona Rise to 13 as National Count Eclipses 2,000

Vape Illness Cases in Arizona Rise to 13 as National Count Eclipses 2,000

By Ali SwensonNovember 7, 2019

With a new case reported in the last week, here’s what we know about Arizona’s vaping-related illness patients.

Deployed, Then Deported: How a US Navy Vet from Phoenix Was Exiled to Mexico

By Ali SwensonNovember 7, 2019

Alex Murillo served his country. Then he was kicked out.

As Tucson Counts Sanctuary City Vote, Mohave County Calls Itself Gun ‘Sanctuary’

As Tucson Counts Sanctuary City Vote, Mohave County Calls Itself Gun ‘Sanctuary’

By Ali SwensonNovember 5, 2019

Tucson could soon become a sanctuary city for immigrants. Meanwhile, Mohave County has declared itself a “sanctuary county” for an entirely different group: gun owners.

Democrats Sue Over Arizona Law That Gives Top Ballot Positions to Republicans

Democrats Sue Over Arizona Law That Gives Top Ballot Positions to Republicans

By Ali SwensonNovember 1, 2019

Republicans will get the top position on 2020 ballots in all but four Arizona counties. A new lawsuit aims to change that.

Father of Child Who Died After Suspected Abuse Sues CPS for Pulling Life Support

Father of Child Who Died After Suspected Abuse Sues CPS for Pulling Life Support

By Ali SwensonNovember 1, 2019

He’s accused of abusing and starving his 2-year-old until she was clinging to consciousness. But he’s suing CPS for pulling her life support.

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NAU Students’ ‘Immigrant Mother,’ Homeless Vet Halloween Costumes Spark Outrage

NAU Students’ ‘Immigrant Mother,’ Homeless Vet Halloween Costumes Spark Outrage

By Ali SwensonOctober 31, 2019

An Instagram post showing students in costume with dirty faces and cardboard signs is sparking outrage.

Lawsuit Alleges Serial Sexual Harassment by Male Juvenile Corrections Employees

Lawsuit Alleges Serial Sexual Harassment by Male Juvenile Corrections Employees

By Ali SwensonOctober 25, 2019

A former juvenile corrections officer says her coworkers would repeatedly call her “tits” and ask about her breast size.

As Vape-Related Illnesses Climb Nationwide, Arizona’s Industry Hones Its Messaging

As Vape-Related Illnesses Climb Nationwide, Arizona’s Industry Hones Its Messaging

By Ali SwensonOctober 25, 2019

The number of vape-related illnesses in the U.S. has risen above 1,600. Here’s how Arizona’s industry is responding.

Iraq War Vet Suddenly Deported After Being Granted Temporary Reprieve in Arizona

Iraq War Vet Suddenly Deported After Being Granted Temporary Reprieve in Arizona

By Ali SwensonOctober 23, 2019

ICE officials deported Jose Segovia-Benitez late last night or early this morning, before his lawyer arrived for a scheduled visit.

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