Sahara Sajjadi is the Political Correspondent for The Copper Courier and a lifelong Arizonan. She earned her master’s degree in journalism and mass communication from the Walter Cronkite School at Arizona State University.
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After about seven months in ‘deplorable’ Arizona detention, a Maine man is free
A Maine father spent several months in ICE detention. Now free, he says the trauma hasn’t left him.
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Arizona family fears detained father won’t survive without medical care
Advocates say staff at Florence Correctional Center are withholding vital treatment from Guillermo Gallardo Barrera, leaving the Arizona father unable to walk after a year in ICE custody.
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The Iran war is making families choose between groceries or gas
Arizona food banks are struggling to keep up after Trump cut SNAP—and the Iran war made things harder for some families.
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Meet the candidates in Arizona’s 1st Congressional District
Arizona’s 1st Congressional District is one of the most competitive districts in the country — here’s who’s running to replace outgoing Rep. David Schweikert.
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Arizona’s toss-up House seat could decide control of Congress
A fierce battle over healthcare, desert water, and massive budget cuts is putting Arizona’s 6th Congressional District on the line in a race for House control.
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Everything to know about this year’s ballot measures
Arizonans can expect a lengthy ballot this election season. Here’s what’s on it.
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What to know about the candidates for governor in Arizona
Arizonans will decide between Hobbs and Biggs at the polls this November. Here’s all you need to know about the two.
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How Arizona officials make sure elections are safe and secure
Arizona utilizes diverse tactics to keep its elections safe and secure. Here’s how.
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Arizona key races: The competitive seats that could flip Congress and state legislature
Arizona has a number of races that could flip party control. Here are the ones you should watch.
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Did Juan Ciscomani violate an act meant to deter insider trading?
Rep. Juan Ciscomani (R-Tucson), who’s running for reelection, appears to have violated a 2012 law meant to increase congressional transparency.
