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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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Sinema urges Arizona lawmakers to fund psychoactive drug research

By Morgan FischerFebruary 27, 2025

The former senator made a rare public appearance to stump for ibogaine, a promising Schedule 1 drug for brain injuries.

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He’ll sell you a Trump flag. He’ll sell you a ‘Fuck Trump’ flag, too

By Morgan FischerFebruary 25, 2025

Jeff Brown is a flag-hustler. He makes money off the MAGA crowd … and those protesting Trump at the Arizona Capitol.

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Retired and flirty: 2 Arizona cities are top places for single retirees

By Morgan FischerFebruary 24, 2025

Are you a love-sick senior? A new study says two Arizona destinations could be the place to hit the dating scene.

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Phoenix forecast calls for first 90-degree day of 2025: What to expect

By Morgan FischerFebruary 21, 2025

Summer-lite temperatures aren’t unheard of in February, but the heat we’re expecting next week is unusual.

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Scammers posing as lawyers are demanding money from undocumented people

By Morgan FischerFebruary 21, 2025

A Phoenix woman was the target of a “sophisticated” attempt to con her out of money to free her husband from ICE custody.

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New Phoenix spring forecast released: What to expect

By Morgan FischerFebruary 20, 2025

Warmer temperatures are around the corner. More rain is not.

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‘Complete censorship’: Arizona anti-DEI bill bars teaching almost anything

By Morgan FischerFebruary 20, 2025

The proposed GOP law would essentially whitewash higher education. “We’re going to fail our students,” said an ASU professor.

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Activists say they were barred from Capitol for opposing Arizona ICE Act

By Morgan FischerFebruary 18, 2025

A state senate spokesperson said protesters were “aggressive.” Protesters said the GOP didn’t want to hear their viewpoint.

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‘No Kings on Presidents’ Day’ protest at the Capitol: What to know

By Morgan FischerFebruary 17, 2025

The protest against the Trump administration will be the second demonstration organized in Phoenix by the 50501 movement.

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Heap takes credit for firing staffers who left before he took office

By Morgan FischerFebruary 12, 2025

The new, MAGA-aligned Maricopa County Recorder has already demonstrated a habit of stretching the facts.

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This Phoenix suburb is one of the top relocation destinations in U.S.

By Morgan FischerFebruary 12, 2025

Phoenix’s suburbs attract a lot of movers, but only one ranks among the most in-demand locales in the country.

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Arizona Supreme Court says state can execute Aaron Gunches

By Morgan FischerFebruary 11, 2025

Gunches wants to die. But controversy surrounds execution methods in Arizona, which hasn’t killed a prisoner since 2022.

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How much should Arizona cops cooperate with ICE?

By Morgan FischerFebruary 11, 2025

Republicans want to throw open doors (and a defunct state prison) to ICE, while Democrats want ICE to do its own work.

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Arizona has the 3rd-highest rate of hit-and-run deaths in the U.S.

By Morgan FischerFebruary 7, 2025

Only Louisiana and New Mexico see more hit-and-run fatalities per capita than the Grand Canyon State.

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Sheriff Sheridan tried to cancel first court-ordered community meeting

By Morgan FischerFebruary 6, 2025

Two hours before his first meeting with citizens, Sheriff Jerry Sheridan tried to wriggle out of it because of protests.

Arizona Capitol protest sees hundreds rebuke Trump, Project 2025

By Morgan FischerFebruary 5, 2025

Hundreds of Arizonans waved signs and chanted to vent their anger as part of a coordinated, 50-state day of protest.

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What To Know About the 50501 Protest on Wednesday in Phoenix

By Morgan FischerFebruary 5, 2025

There will be a protest Wednesday at the state capitol, one of 50 occurring nationwide. Here’s a guide.

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‘Like we got Kari Lake’: Gallego, Kelly keep voting along with the GOP

By Morgan FischerFebruary 4, 2025

Arizona’s two Democratic senators have been among the most accommodating to Donald Trump’s cabinet picks.

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Far-right lawmaker revives bill to toss teachers in jail over books

By Morgan FischerJanuary 31, 2025

GOP state Sen. Jake Hoffman wants to make it a class 5 felony for teachers to allow access to “sexually explicit material.”

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Ansari virtual town hall on dealing with ICE draws 14,000 people

By Morgan FischerJanuary 30, 2025

Speakers on the call, who offered tips for dealing with immigration authorities, did not expect such a huge turnout.

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Undocumented in Arizona? Here’s what to know about seeking health care

By Morgan FischerJanuary 29, 2025

ICE can now make arrests at hospitals. Here are tips on how to seek medical care while knowing your rights.

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Water! From the sky! Phoenix’s 159-day rainless streak is over

By Morgan FischerJanuary 29, 2025

The streak fell just a day short of tying the record of 160 days, which was set during the Nixon administration.

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