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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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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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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.

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‘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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STARLUX Airlines to open direct Phoenix-Taiwan route next year

By Morgan FischerMay 21, 2025

Phoenix is getting its first direct route to Asia, largely thanks to bringing a Taiwanese semiconductor manufacturer to town.

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Reader: A new ID law for online porn? Can I show my AARP card?

By Morgan FischerMay 20, 2025

Starting in the fall, a new Arizona law will require that porn sites verify your age, possibly by having you submit ID.

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2 Phoenix suburbs among the fastest-growing U.S. cities

By Morgan FischerMay 20, 2025

Phoenix is growing at a healthy clip. But the communities on its outskirts are filling up even faster.

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You’ll soon need to show ID to watch online porn in Arizona

By Morgan FischerMay 15, 2025

A new law requires porn sites to verify you’re at least 18. That may mean submitting a driver’s license to get your rocks off.

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Buc-ee’s breaks ground on its first Arizona location

By Morgan FischerMay 14, 2025

The giant gas station and convenience store is on its way to the Valley, Beaver Nuggets and all.

jennifer longdon

Health vs. Wealth: Arizona groups coordinate to save Medicaid from GOP

By Morgan FischerMay 14, 2025

A GOP budget proposal cuts Medicaid, which serves 2 million Arizonans, by $880 billion. These groups hope to stop it.

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