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Hozier closes out the first day of the 2015 Summer Ends Concert Series in Tempe Beach Park on Thursday, Sept. 24, 2015. The series will continue this weekend, Thursday through Sunday, and will feature a range of artists.

Tempe Fire: Concert-goers injured at Summer Ends Music Festival

Several people were injured during a concert at Summer Ends Music Festival when concert-goers began pushing toward the stage resulting in some injuries, Tempe Police Lt.

By Kelcie Grega | September 27, 2015

ASU football head coach Todd Graham earns raise, contract extension through 2019

Graham will make $3 million per year in the new deal.

By Stefan Modrich | September 25, 2015

ASU President Michael Crow meets with The State Press editorial board on Friday, April 3, 2015 at the Fulton Center in Tempe. (Ben Moffat/The State Press)

President Michael Crow receives $150,000 merit bonus

The Arizona Board of Regents approved performance incentives for President Michael Crow Friday during a meeting at NAU’s Flagstaff campus.

By Aimee Plante | September 25, 2015

Tempe City Council passes anti-texting and driving ordinance

During its regular council meeting Thursday night, Tempe City Council approved an ordinance that will make texting while driving illegal if the driver poses a risk to themselves or other drivers.

By Jessica Suerth | September 24, 2015

What to expect at the Arizona Regents meeting tomorrow

The Arizona Board of Regents reviewed an updated strategic plan and reviewed an investment model Thursday at the NAU campus.

By State Press Staff | September 24, 2015

The executive board of ASU's NAACP chapter poses for a portrait.

ASU NAACP chapter to attend 'Justice or Else' rally in Washington, D.C.

ASU's NAACP chapter is planning to send 20 students to Washington D.C for the “Justice or Else” rally on Oct.

By Garrison Murphy | September 24, 2015

In this State Press file photo, rows of people line Central Avenue in Phoenix to glimpse Pope John Paul II in the “popemobile” en route to St. Mary’s Basilica on Tuesday, Sept. 15, 1987. (Courtesy of The Arizona Republic)

Throwback: John Paul II, only pope to visit AZ, held Mass at Sun Devil Stadium

This was the first and only time a pope has ever visited Arizona.

By Kelcie Grega | September 24, 2015

‘Compassion in the Face of Terror’ discusses how empathy can save lives

How can compassion help stop terror and foster negotiation?

By Erin Beals | September 23, 2015

#WomynConvoWendesdays start off the year with conversations about intersectionality

The bustling dining facilities of the Lower Level and First Floor of Memorial Union were in sharp contrast with the serene scene found in Room 246, the Coconino Room on Wednesday.

By Angelica Cabral | September 23, 2015

9 reasons why ASU was named the 'most innovative' college in the U.S.

Here are several reasons why ASU was named the most innovative college in America.

By Andrew Nicla | September 23, 2015

ASU student Tsahai Dias pays for a parking spot on Filmore Street across from the Walter Cronkite School of Journalism and Mass Communication in downtown Phoenix on Sept. 15, 2015. Dias said his downtown classes have forced him to park in metered spots this semester due to a lack of additional parking options.

Here's what happens when ASU gives you a parking ticket

Got a parking citation with ASU? This is what you need to know.

By Megan Janetsky | September 22, 2015

ASU scholar honored at the White House for her work with Native American students

Postdoctoral scholar Amanda Tachine was invited to the White House to be honored for her work advocating for Native students.

By Isabella Castillo | September 22, 2015

ASU students ask whether U.S. played a role in the rise of ISIS

Is the United States responsible for the rise of the self proclaimed Islamic State? That was the question Monday night for ASU’s Alexander Hamilton Society.

By Megan Janetsky | September 21, 2015

Lingering effects of S.B. 1070 felt after last challenge dismissed

The bill has undergone several legal challenges, in both the 9th District Court and the Supreme Court, since its approval by then Arizona Governor Jan Brewer in 2010.

By Arren Kimbel-Sannit | September 21, 2015

Student returns to eating disorder clinic a fourth time — to support other patients

Counseling graduate student Winter Groeschl entered treatment at 19-years-old.

By Jenny Ung | September 21, 2015

Sun Devils, residents swim, bike and run at 10th annual triathlon at Tempe Town Lake

Athletes had the choice of participating in the international, sprint, super sprint, para-athletes course and relay wave.

By Alexis Kramer | September 20, 2015

The Ben's Bells Project brings kindness to Phoenix

Jeannette Maré founded the Ben’s Bells Project in 2003, after her two-year-old son’s sudden death. The mission of the project is to promote "everyday acts of kindness" and recognize members of the community for their intentional kindness.

By Sydney Maki | September 20, 2015

This Could Be Phoenix envisions a bright future for downtown Phoenix

Two young idealists are mobilizing the community to envision a brighter future for the downtown Phoenix area.

By Isabella Castillo | September 20, 2015

Sun Devil Stadium and tortillas: A brief history

Pitchforks, glass containers, outside beverages, firearms— a few of the many things bulleted on the “Prohibited Items” list standing outside Sun Devil Stadium.

By Megan Janetsky | September 20, 2015

Athletic fee re-investments positive despite questions of its legality

A University-wide “athletic fee” that requires an additional $150 per year out of every ASU student’s pocket appears to be accomplishing much of what it promised when it was passed.

By Celina Jimenez | September 20, 2015

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