Melissa Blasius is a Senior Investigator at ABC15. With a focus on law and legal affairs, healthcare, and public security, she has built a reputation for advocating on behalf of Arizona families and addressing critical social issues. Her impactful reporting has been featured in KGUN 9 On Your Side, KIFI News Group, and ABC15 Arizona.
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Melissa Blasius specializes in local government, politics, and crime reporting with a focus on Phoenix, Arizona. She covers breaking news related to legal policy regulation, government announcements, as well as civil rights complaints and investigations involving the Phoenix police force.
If you have insights into local government decisions or can provide expert commentary on legal or regulatory matters within the Phoenix area, your input could be valuable for Melissa's coverage. Additionally, if you have information related to civil rights issues or breaking news concerning law enforcement activities specific to Phoenix and its surrounding areas in Arizona, reaching out to her may be beneficial.
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