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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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Phoenix-Tucson train route lands key approval: What to know

By Morgan FischerJune 27, 2025

The line would run between Tucson and Buckeye three times a day, but the planning stage won’t be done until 2028.

Phoenix Suns owner Mat Ishbia

Meet the 10 richest billionaires with Arizona connections

By Morgan FischerJune 27, 2025

Arizona has many people on Forbes’ billionaires list in 2025. These 10 are rolling in the most dough.

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Tolleson police barred from local schools after cop punched kid in face

By Morgan FischerJune 26, 2025

In September, police officer Eric Hendrix repeatedly punched and kicked a student at Tolleson High School.

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Fake sheriff’s deputies are scamming people on the phone: What to know

By Morgan FischerJune 25, 2025

A man posing as a sheriff’s deputy bilked $800 from a woman by claiming he had a warrant for her arrest for missed jury duty.

a protester holds a mexican flag and a sign that says" families have no borders"

Protesting in the Arizona summer? What to bring so you don’t die

By Morgan FischerJune 18, 2025

The Arizona heat won’t relent for several months. If you’re going to protest, here’s how to do it safely.

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Maricopa County’s big elections feud is getting ugly – and litigious

By Morgan FischerJune 17, 2025

“We don’t start fights at the board of supervisors,” board chairman Thomas Galvin said Tuesday. “We finish them.”

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What is the hottest month in Phoenix?

By Morgan FischerJune 17, 2025

When it’s 110 degrees, the days all blend together. But the hottest months in Phoenix history should be familiar.

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Phoenix’s ‘No Kings’ protests on Flag Day: What to know

By Morgan FischerJune 13, 2025

As Donald Trump throws himself a military parade for his birthday, thousands of Arizonans will protest around the Valley.

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Arizona has measles: What to know about the Navajo County outbreak

By Morgan FischerJune 11, 2025

After initially dodging the country’s huge measles outbreak, Arizona has caught one of the world’s most infectious diseases.

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Immigrant advocates warn of ICE workplace raids Tuesday: What to know

By Morgan FischerJune 10, 2025

Advocates say undocumented residents should play it safe and stay home on Tuesday.

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Trump going after funding to help vulnerable Arizonans afford lawyers

By Morgan FischerJune 10, 2025

Civil legal aid helps low-income Arizonans facing eviction, abuse and more. Trump aims to cut funding that makes it possible.

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Why is a historic home near Roosevelt Row being relocated 12 feet?

By Morgan FischerJune 6, 2025

The Seargeant-Oldaker home was built in 1909 and recently saved from demolition. It’s being moved just a smidge.

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You can do ketamine therapy at home in Arizona. Is that a good idea?

By Morgan FischerJune 5, 2025

Companies operating in Arizona mail ketamine for at-home mental health treatment. One expert calls it a “terrible idea.”

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The South Phoenix light rail expansion opens Saturday: What to know

By Morgan FischerJune 4, 2025

The six-year project to expand Valley Metro light rail service to South Phoenix is set to open on June 7.

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Millionaires are flocking to this Valley city in droves

By Morgan FischerJune 3, 2025

Over the last 10 years, the number of millionaires in this Valley city has grown by 125%, behind only a city in China.

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Ansari makes surprise visit to ICE prison, returns with horror stories

By Morgan FischerJune 2, 2025

Female detainees at Eloy Detention Center told Rep. Yassamin Ansari “extremely alarming” stories about how they’re treated.

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Which Maricopa County areas saw the most rainfall Sunday?

By Morgan FischerJune 2, 2025

The Valley hit a rainfall record for June 1 on Sunday. These areas got the best soak.

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Phoenix school district didn’t inform parents of sexual abuse settlement

By Morgan FischerMay 29, 2025

Parents found out from public records that the Phoenix Elementary School District settled a sexual abuse lawsuit for $200K.

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Phoenix Suns owner Mat Ishbia

Arizona richest billionaires list gets shakeup amid U.S. tariffs

By Morgan FischerMay 28, 2025

Donald Trump’s schizophrenic tariffs have hit some Arizona billionaires in the wallet, while others have gotten richer.

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Arizona still has 37 abortion restrictions. A lawsuit seeks to void them

By Morgan FischerMay 27, 2025

A group of abortion advocates is suing to knock down some of Arizona’s most restrictive remaining abortion limits.

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‘We feel powerless’: Phoenix rocked by ICE immigration court arrests

By Morgan FischerMay 23, 2025

ICE arrested dozens of asylum-seekers at a Phoenix immigration courthouse. Protestors, lawmakers and lawyers are responding.

missy pruitt

‘Cat ladies’ celebrate Phoenix proclamation about stray cat problem

By Morgan FischerMay 22, 2025

Missy Pruitt wants Phoenix to curb its booming cat population. The proclamation is a “very small step,” but an important one.

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