Sienna Monea(she/her)
News Reporter, PhoenixSienna Monea expects to graduate in Fall 2024 with a master’s degree in journalism. Monea has interned for Arizona PBS and is interning as a broadcast reporter for Arizona’s Family.
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Experts say women of color will massively influence the 2024 election
PHOENIX – As the 2024 election approaches, women of color are emerging as a powerful voting bloc, driving key issues such as reproductive justice and immigration reform. Their influence in Arizona and other states could reshape electoral outcomes and mobilize communities for systemic change.
‘It’s not just a movie’: Hispanic Heritage Month screening of ‘Spare Parts’ honors STEM heroes
CHANDLER – To mark Hispanic Heritage Month, the Chandler International Film Festival screened “Spare Parts,” a film about the true story of four Arizona students who overcame obstacles to win a national robotics competition, highlighting STEM achievements.
Spark the Spectrum empowers Arizona voters with disabilities after court ruling expands accessibility
PHOENIX – A Spark the Spectrum workshop, co-hosted by First Place AZ and the Foundation for Blind Children, aimed to empower voters with disabilities with knowledge for the November election. It is part of the ongoing Vote the Spectrum campaign, dedicated to helping those with autism and intellectual or developmental disabilities navigate the voting process.
From ‘JV of the NL West’ to World Series: Lovullo’s August speech marked turning point for Diamondbacks season
PHOENIX – On Aug. 11, the Diamondbacks had lost nine games in a row and were 58-60. An uncharacteristic fiery speech from Arizona manager Torey Lovullo inspired the team and served as the turning point in their season.
Poor birds: Eerie similarities between 2001 and 2023 Arizona Diamondbacks provide extra layers of World Series intrigue
PHOENIX – From game schedules mirroring the 2001 World Series games to uncanny parallels in their playoff runs, the Arizona Diamondbacks' journey this season seemed destined to echo their legendary past.
