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METRO MEETING: Jyme Sue McLaren (center) of the City of Tempe talks to a Tempe resident about the MAG Regional Transportation Plan which was part of the Tempe South High Capacity Transit Study. (Photo by Scott Stuk)

Tempe transit has streetcar desire

Modern streetcars may be coming to Mill Avenue as early as 2016, according to recommendations made by Valley Metro.

By Samantha Valtierra Bush | September 23, 2010

Education students upset with internship changes

A new internship requirement at ASU’s teachers college has some students considering transferring.

By Yvonne Gonzalez | September 23, 2010

TOUGH DECISIONS: ASU President Michael Crow expressed his opinion to the Board of Regents Thursday afternoon about their budget proposal. (Photo by Scott Stuk)

Regents make cuts to AIMS scholarship

The Arizona Board of Regents voted Thursday to change the state’s AIMS scholarship program, reducing the amount of money awarded and increasing requirements to qualify.

By Cale Ottens | September 23, 2010

IN STEP: Redshirt senior Cherise McNair runs on the track at Sun Angel Stadium during a recent practice. The women's cross country team travels to Minnesota this weekend for the Roy Griak Invitational. (Photo by Annie Wechter)

Photo of the Day: Go Sun Devils

By Aaron Lavinsky | September 23, 2010

TRAFFIC OF THE FUTURE: An ASU professor is working to improve the country's transportation system by forecasting the transportation demands of the future. (Photo by Annie Wechter)

Professor helps predict transit’s future

ASU professor Ram Pendyala is working on research to improve transportation systems.

By Matt Hendley | September 22, 2010

Program supplies fresh produce at West

Students, faculty and community members can now purchase freshly grown and local produce every Wednesday through a new program at the West campus.

By Haylee Fogel | September 22, 2010

Student panel speaks out for gay community

A new student group aims to speak out and enlighten others on topics relating to discrimination and identity in the gay community through a panel discussion in classrooms.

By Ashia Johnson | September 22, 2010

Police Beat: Sept. 23

Reported crimes across ASU's four campuses.

By April Atwood | September 22, 2010

NEW DOGS: Cutie's is the newest hot dog venue to arrive on Mill this fall. By promoting "Not Your Average Weenie," they hope to attract the late-night crowd of bar hoppers by staying open until 3 a.m. (Photo by Annie Wechter)

Late-night hot dog shop opens on Mill

Cutie’s, a new hot dog shop on Mill Avenue and Sixth Street, opens its doors this Friday.

By Monica Arevalo | September 22, 2010

FAILED REFORM: On Tuesday, the U.S. Senate decided to block the repeal of the military's "Don't ask, Don't tell" policy. The current policy allows a service member to be dishonorably discharged if they are openly gay or bisexual. (Photo by Damien Maloney)

Students weigh in on failed ‘Don’t ask’ reform

For many gay rights activists, including those at ASU, Tuesday’s vote came as a disappointing blow to the civil rights of gays.

By Danielle Legler | September 22, 2010

BRIGHT FUTURE: Mark Appleton, 2009 graduate of ASU, recently returned to the U.S. after working in India as part of the Fulbright program. (Photo by Scott Stuk)

International scholars honored in Tempe campus reception

Fulbright Scholarship recipients from Iraq and Afghanistan shared their cultural experiences with other international recipients at a reception Wednesday night.

By Mary Shinn | September 21, 2010

CLEAN ELECTION: John Kavanagh (left) and John Kriekard (right) debate Tuesday night as they battle in the polls for the House of Representative position in District 8. (Photo by Scott Stuk)

Scottsdale candidates debate jobs, immigration

Job creation and immigration reform were hot topics at a loosely attended debate among four candidates in Legislative District 8 Tuesday night.

By Yvonne Gonzalez | September 21, 2010

Senate fails to move DREAM Act forward

Despite ASU President Michael Crow’s support for the DREAM Act, the Senate failed to advance it through a procedural vote Tuesday afternoon.

By Uriel J. Garcia | September 21, 2010

WHAT A MENSCH: Rabbi Lee and his wife Marcie gather with ASU Hillel members for the annual building of the Sukkah, part of the festive Jewish holiday of Sukkot. (Photo by Aaron Lavinsky)

Jewish student group’s leader steps down after 39 years

Hillel, an ASU Jewish student organization, is looking to replace its executive director of 39 years after he decided to vacate his position.

By Connor Radnovich | September 21, 2010

Fall Frenzy rocks on unfazed by bomb threat

Bomb scares threatened to end Fall Frenzy, but bands blew the fans away anyway.

By Nick Prete | September 21, 2010

Student radio fights to stay current

In a world with multiple music outlets and options, student radio does what it can to stay current. ;

By Jessica Heigh | September 21, 2010

New music director, vibe at The Blaze

A look inside the passions of the Blaze's music director.

By Blake Wilson | September 21, 2010

Police Beat: Sept. 22

ASU Police reported the following incidents Tuesday.

By Matt Hendley | September 21, 2010

FALLING WHISTLES: Sean Carasso peaks to a crowd at ASU Monday night about his non-profit organization, Falling Whistles, that brings rescue and hope to the refugees of the war in Congo. (Photo by Annie Wechter)

Group raises awareness about horrors in Congo

Falling Whistles, based in Los Angeles and Washington, D.C., helps raise awareness and funds in an attempt to bring peace to Congo, which has been ripped apart for years by civil war.

By Connor Radnovich | September 20, 2010

FUTURE TEACHERS: Two opposing studies have been released questioning the pros and cons of Teach for America. (Photo by Chris Stark)

Two opposing studies question Teach for America retention

Two opposing studies on Teach for America have some leaders questioning the retention of the national program.

By April Atwood | September 20, 2010

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