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CASAS DEL WEST: ASU West is projected to erect more residence halls like Las Casas by the fall of 2012. (Photo by Sierra Smith)

West campus construction to begin in June

ASU’s West campus will begin construction on a new residential facility, dining hall and recreation center in June.

By Demetrius Burns | January 18, 2011

THROUGH THE HAZE: Thick smog and dust, a common sight in Phoenix, obscures the view of the cities mountainous surroundings. (Photo by Christopher Leone)

EPA air quality changes could raise water prices

The EPA’s efforts to improve air quality throughout the Southwest could end up shutting down the Navajo Generating Station, eliminating jobs and impacting water prices significantly.

By Christopher Leone | January 18, 2011

PADDLE FORWARD: Tempe Town Lake will soon allow lake enthusiasts to use standup paddleboards in its waters. (Photo by Scott Stuk)

Tempe to consider paddleboarding on Town Lake

A proposed ordinance permitting standup paddleboards on the lake will be considered by the Tempe City Council next week.

By Mia Parrett | January 18, 2011

ARMED: Gun salesman Christopher Beeman handles a revolver at Arizona Firearms, Collectibles and Pawn in Tempe. Photo by Sierra Smith.

Campus firearm bills reintroduced in Legislature

Two new gun bills on the docket at the state Legislature this year might change the face of on-campus security.

By Tiffany Ngo | January 17, 2011

EMERBERANCE: People from across the country gather at a makeshift memorial outside the University Medical Center in Tucson, Ariz., to pay their respects to those killed and injured during the Jan. 8 shooting. Photo by Aaron Lavinsky

Father, professor remember Tucson shooting victim

Gabriel Zimmerman, an ASU graduate and aide to Rep. Gabrielle Giffords, was laid to rest Monday after being killed in the Jan. 8 shooting in Tucson.

By Kortney Tenaglia | January 17, 2011

Professors hold class in ‘World of Warcraft’

A new class is focusing on virtual worlds, allowing students to communicate through “World of Warcraft” and “Second Life.”

By Harmony Huskinson | January 17, 2011

Men’s basketball falls to UA, 80-69

Sophomore guard Trent Lockett netted 17 points along with senior guard Ty Abbott’s 14 for the Sun Devils, but ASU was unable to combat UA’s strong presence in the paint.

By Greg Dillard | January 15, 2011

Capitol vigil honors Giffords, shooting victims

A candlelight vigil was held at the state capitol in Phoenix Saturday night to remember the victims of a morning shooting in Tucson that left at least 5 dead and several wounded.

By Travis McKnight and Yvonne Gonzalez | January 8, 2011

State Press Weekly: Happy Holidays

Finale - Happy Holidays from everyone at the State Press! Zoo Lights, the Nutcracker, and ASU students giving back. Featuring holiday music from Boys and Frogs!

By State Press Staff | December 14, 2010

RUNNIN' AROUND: Dogs enjoy the alter hours of the winter evening in an off-leash dog park. Downtown Phoenix has plans to construct a dark park in the downtown area soon. (Photo by Michael Arellano)

Phoenix Mayor forms committee to scout dog park location

A new committee will soon be looking into a location for a dog park in Phoenix.

By Connor Radnovich | December 6, 2010

Tempe expects tough year with state funding changes

Tempe is currently slated to receive $42 million from the state next year, but city officials believe this could get cut to help balance the state’s budget.

By Allison Oswalt | December 6, 2010

Ariz. cities create medical marijuana laws

At least four Arizona cities have passed ordinances regulating the zoning requirements of medical marijuana dispensaries, with other cities following suit.

By Yvonne Gonzalez | December 6, 2010

FITTING IN: Redshirt senior guard Dymond Simon takes the ball to the hoop during ASU's Nov. 26 win over Providence. After a year away from the court with an ACL injury, Simon has had to tailor her game to a new offensive system and new teammates. (Photo Courtesy of Steve Rodriguez)

ASU guard Simon adjusting to evolved women’s hoops team

Senior guard Dymond Simon was poised to make a big return to the ASU women’s basketball team after a year lost to injury. The problem? The team was very different from when she last played.

By Elijah Grasser | December 6, 2010

GOLDEN DRAGON: The dragon boat community gathered Saturday at Tempe Town Lake to educate others and recruit new members. People were allowed to get onboard a dragon boat and try paddling it. (Photo by Aaron Lavinsky)

Dragon boat teams row out to recruit members

The Arizona Dragon Boat Association, which has a registered ASU team, was joined by Na Leo 'O Ke Kai, an outrigger canoe club, to recruit new members.

By Mary Shinn | December 5, 2010

FREE TESTING: Students attended the Sexual Health Awareness event, hosted by the Undergraduate Student Government’s Health and Wellness department. Students were able to get STD tested for free at the event. (Photo Courtesy of ASU USG)

Free STD testing draws around 200 students

Nearly 200 ASU students took advantage of free STD testing offered at the first-ever “One Glove” Sexual Health Awareness Event.

By Rachel Sutherland | December 5, 2010

UNIQUE ART: A glass chandelier with many different colored glasses hangs for sale at one of the 400 vendors at Tempe’s 42nd Annual Fall Art Festival. The Tempe Festival of the Arts ranks among the Top 20 art festivals in the nation. (Photo by Annie Wechter)

Large turnout for Tempe arts festival

The 42nd Fall Tempe Festival of the Arts shut down four blocks of Mill Avenue this weekend as around 250,000 people visited the downtown district over three days.

By Mary Shinn | December 5, 2010

IN NEED OF CHANGE: Sophomore guard Trent Lockett tallied a double-double Sunday against Richmond, notching 12 points and 10 rebounds, but it wasn’t enough and the ASU men’s basketball team lost it’s third straight game, 67-61. ASU also lost to UR exactly 23 years earlier in the only other meeting between the two teams. (Photo by Aaron Lavinsky)

ASU men’s hoops falls to Richmond for third straight loss

Playing at home for jus the second time this season, the ASU men’s basketball team fell to Richmond Sunday afternoon 67-61, the team’s third straight loss.

By Tyler Lockman | December 5, 2010

TERRITORIAL TRIUMPH: Freshman defensive end Junior Onyeali reacts to ASU's 30-29 Territorial Cup win over UA on Thursday night. The Sun Devils won the game in double overtime after a blocked extra point attempt. (Photo by Scott Stuk)

Territorial Cup returns to Tempe as ASU tops UA

The ASU football team finally seemed to have luck on its side Thursday night in Tucson, as two extra point blocks led the Sun Devils to a 30-29 double-overtime victory over UA

By Andrew Gruman | December 2, 2010

IN THE BIG LEAGUES: Ty Thursby, of The ASU Comedy Troupe, Barren Mind, performed their final show for the semester last Thursday in the MU. The troupe is off to Chicago to compete in the national tournament early next year. (Photo by Annie Wechter)

Improv club heads to national tournament

A staple of ASU improv comedy since 1985, the troupe Barren Mind will hit a national stage in February.

By Mary Shinn | December 2, 2010

UNEARTHING HISTORY: Associate Professor David Abbott of the school of Human Evolution and Social Change, received the Arizona Archaeological Council Award for his work researching ancient ceramics from the ancient Hohokam civilization that once lived in the Valley area. (Photo by Aaron Lavinsky)

Professor recognized for ceramics research

Professor David Abbott researches ancient ceramics that belonged to an civilization that lived in the Phoenix area.

By Alex Ferri | December 2, 2010

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