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Morgan Fischer

Morgan Fischer joined Phoenix New Times as a staff writer in July 2024, covering all things Phoenix and Arizona news. Before joining New Times, Morgan has worked as a national politics intern at The Arizona Republic and as a reporter for News21, among other positions. She holds degrees in journalism and mass communication and political science from Arizona State University, where she also attended Barrett, The Honors College.

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GOP feud! Party chair may sue recorder over ‘illegal’ mail voting plan

By Morgan FischerMay 9, 2025

“I’m astounded that someone who ran on election integrity can think that’s a good idea,” GOP chair Gina Swoboda told us.

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Kari Lake announces deal to broadcast brain poison to the world

By Morgan FischerMay 7, 2025

Lake said she’s secured the ability to beam the far-right One American News Network through the Voice of America airwaves.

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A measles outbreak is ‘inevitable’ in Arizona. Are we ready?

By Morgan FischerMay 6, 2025

Arizona hasn’t had a measles case – yet. But with a low vaccination rate and funding cutbacks, an outbreak is inevitable.

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Arizona billboards troll Elon Musk over cuts to Saguaro National Park

By Morgan FischerMay 5, 2025

A progressive group paid for 10 billboards in Arizona to hammer the billionaire over his cuts to national parks.

State recognizes iconic dish, creates ‘Original Chopped Salad Day’

State recognizes iconic dish, creates ‘Original Chopped Salad Day’

By Morgan FischerMay 2, 2025

Chef Bernie Kantak’s creation is one of the most recognizable dishes in Phoenix. Now, it has its own holiday.

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The Valley will show out for a protest. But what comes after that?

By Morgan FischerMay 1, 2025

Roughly 1,500 people protested at the Arizona Capitol on Thursday. Organizers want to turn them into committed activists.

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Phoenix’s ‘May Day’ protest at the Capitol: What to know

By Morgan FischerMay 1, 2025

Former state Sen. Raquel Terán is organizing a big protest on May 1, a day historically used to advocate for worker rights.

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The I-10 Broadway Curve project will be done in May: What to know

By Morgan FischerApril 30, 2025

It’s taken four years and driven Valley drivers crazy, but construction on the 11-mile stretch of highway is almost complete.

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Did you know you can adopt a desert tortoise through the state?

By Morgan FischerApril 28, 2025

The state Game and Fish Department has more tortoises than it can handle. Wanna have one?

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Parents rejoice as lawmakers avert disabilities program funding crisis

By Morgan FischerApril 24, 2025

Hostages in a long political fight, parents of disabled kids can finally breathe. “I totally broke down,” said one advocate.

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Lawmakers finally vote to fund program for parents of disabled kids

By Morgan FischerApril 23, 2025

Republicans and Gov. Katie Hobbs ended a standoff over the program, which helps parents care for their disabled children.

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School board president who bailed out sex offender spars with Fontes, quits

By Morgan FischerApril 23, 2025

At a Tuesday meeting, Secretary of State Adrian Fontes ripped school board president Jessica Bueno for her “incredible ego.”

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Ansari, back from El Salvador, vows to keep ‘fighting for due process’

By Morgan FischerApril 22, 2025

The Phoenix lawmaker sought the release of wrongly deported Kilmar Abrego Garcia. She returned empty-handed but emboldened.

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A kratom retailer calls for crackdown on ‘unsafe’ 7-OH variant

By Morgan FischerApril 21, 2025

A synthetic variant of the plant-based drug poses risks. A kratom retailer wants to see products pulled from Arizona shelves.

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Trump’s health funding cuts may mean ‘a lot of needless deaths’ in Arizona

By Morgan FischerApril 18, 2025

“It’s setting back public health 20-30 years,” said one health expert. Welcome back, measles?

yassamin ansari

Ansari to visit El Salvador to urge release of man Trump disappeared

By Morgan FischerApril 16, 2025

The Trump administration mistakenly sent Kilmar Abrego Garcia to a notorious foreign prison but refuses to bring him back.

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New Phoenix summer forecast released: Here’s what to expect

By Morgan FischerApril 16, 2025

The last two Phoenix summers have been record-breaking. This year may not continue that streak, but it’ll still be scorching.

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Republicans are fucking with a program for parents of disabled kids

By Morgan FischerApril 16, 2025

A state program that pays parents to care for their disabled children is out of money. Republicans are holding it hostage.

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Here’s how much you need to buy a typical home in Arizona

By Morgan FischerApril 15, 2025

According to a new study, the income needed to afford a median-priced house in Arizona has spiked 70% in the last five years.

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Map: The neighborhoods where Valley housing costs have jumped most

By Morgan FischerApril 14, 2025

Living in Phoenix remains expensive, especially so in some areas. But it has become a bit more affordable in others.

greg stanton

Worst flight? Stanton jokes it’s one stuck between these GOP lawmakers

By Morgan FischerApril 11, 2025

On a flight home to Phoenix, Democratic Rep. Greg Stanton tweeted a photo making fun of Andy Biggs and David Schweikert.

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Illegal weed in Arizona has toxins that could make you vomit

By Morgan FischerApril 10, 2025

An ASU study of illicit weed seizures in Arizona – that is, pot grown and bought outside dispensaries – found safety risks.

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