Ericka Piñon

Ericka Pinon is a state and federal reporter for Cactus Politics. She was born and raised in Phoenix, Arizona, and is fluent in both English and Spanish. She is currently studying Journalism and Mass Communications at Arizona State University.

Governor Hobbs Issues Executive Order on COVID Vaccine Access

Governor Katie Hobbs signed an executive order this week expanding COVID vaccine availability in Arizona beyond current federal guidelines. "Today…

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AG Kris Mayes Celebrates 5 Year Sentencing of Drug Ring Leader

Attorney General Kris Mayes is celebrating a significant win against drug dealers. Her office collaborated with federal agents to dismantle…

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ICE Authority Grows After Supreme Court Ruling, Ansari Warns Community 'Racial Profiling' as Concerns Rise

A significant ruling by the U.S. Supreme Court on Monday gave federal immigration officers more authority to detain individuals in…

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Air Force Two Brings Charlie Kirk Home to Arizona as Nation Mourns

The casket of conservative political activist Charlie Kirk arrived in Phoenix on Thursday evening, as family, friends, and supporters began…

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Arizona House Democrats Plan Ethics Complaint Against Republican Over Controversial Anti-Muslim Comments

House Democratic leaders said they will file an ethics complaint against Republican State Representative John Gillette of Kingman after controversial…

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Attorney General's Office Collects $240 Million in Child Support for Families

Arizona's Attorney General's office helped collect more than $240 million in child support for families this year. They announced the…

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Arizona Leaders Reflect on 9/11 and Trump’s Honorable Recognition to Families and Friends

Political leaders across America marked the 24th anniversary of the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks. President Donald Trump honored families…

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House Democrats Shout 'No' at Prayer For Charlie Kirk

Charlie Kirk, the 31-year-old founder of conservative organization Turning Point USA, was assassinated on Wednesday during an event at Utah…

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Carine Werner Calls Second Medicaid Hearing Amid National Healthcare Fraud Concerns

Arizona legislators are proceeding with additional hearings to examine potential fraud within the state's Medicaid program, as federal authorities address…

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Mark Kelly and Bill Nye Warn Of Proposed NASA Budget Cuts

Senator Mark Kelly and prominent science educator Bill Nye have issued warnings about potential cuts to NASA's research programs as…

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Voters' Right To Know Act Faces Constitutional Test In Arizona Supreme Court

Arizona courts are considering a law that requires political groups to disclose their public funders. In 2022, 72% of Arizona…

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EPA Announces Regulatory Changes For Major Energy And Data Center Construction

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) released new guidelines Tuesday aimed at simplifying the approval process for companies building large-scale energy…

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Katie Hobbs Reports Drug Seizures and Arrests By Operation Desert Guardian

A news release from Governor Kati Hobbs illustrates that Operation Desert Guardian has led to the seizure of drugs worth…

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Arizona Free Enterprise Club Brings ASU Allegations to Three County Attorneys

The Arizona Free Enterprise Club has filed complaints against Arizona State University (ASU) with three county prosecutors, claiming the university…

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Katie Hobbs And Karrin Taylor Robson Clash Over Economic Performance in Radio Interview

Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs and Republican opponent Karrin Taylor Robson are at odds over the state's economic performance, with both…

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Colorado River Basin Water Depletion Causes 18-Foot Drop in Wenden, Arizona

As new research reveals severe groundwater depletion across the Colorado River Basin over eight decades, the community of Wenden, Arizona,…

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Kelly, Gallego, Stanton, Ansari Request Federal Review of Kelly Yu's Case

Senators Mark Kelly and Ruben Gallego, along with Representatives Greg Stanton and Yassamin Ansari, sent an urgent request to President…

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Biggs Criticizes Charlotte Leaders Over Transit Murder Case

Representative Andy Biggs has sharply criticized Charlotte city officials and media coverage following the fatal stabbing of a Ukrainian woman…

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