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From magic carpets to potato chips, here are the week's top stories

Take a look at which stories were most popular over the past week and a few more we think you'll love.

By Andrew Nicla | September 19, 2015

State Bicycle Co.'s label is emblazoned on the door to its main store.

State Bicycle Co. expands local cycling community and abroad

Phoenix based bicycle retailer, State Bicycle Co., or simply “State” as it is referred to by riders and employees alike, was founded in 2009 by three Arizona State University alumni.

By Preston Scott-Hall | September 17, 2015

ASU professor Matthew C. Whitaker placed on leave in connection to plagiarism scandal

Matthew Whitaker was placed on administrative leave and relieved of all University duties in connection to instances of plagiarism.

By Isabella Castillo | September 17, 2015

In a world full of objectification, the Body Project aims to promote body acceptance

In a world full of women who constantly face the societal pressures of being “thin” or having the “look”, it is nearly impossible to avoid the issue to body dissatisfaction.

By Sydney Greene | September 16, 2015

Mesa light rail expansion attracts more business to Main Street

With two years of construction on the Valley Metro light rail extension finally over, a tight-knit business community has emerged in downtown Mesa.

By homepage and Ian Monico | September 16, 2015

Sumayyah Dawud speaks about her experiences as a transgender Muslim woman in Phoenix on Friday, Sept. 4, 2015. Dawud is an activist for LGBTQ community issues and for Islamic acceptance.

Transgender Muslim woman restricted from prayer at Tempe mosque after clashing with officials over gender expression

Sumayyah Dawud was recently barred from praying in the women's section at the Islamic Community Center of Tempe unless she can prove that she is biologically a woman, officials said.

By Jessica Suerth | September 16, 2015

ASU professor travels to war ravaged countries to study impacts of war

ASU professor promotes peace in globetrotting studies.

By Isabella Castillo | September 16, 2015

Journalist Tony Ortega talks Scientology at ASU lecture

Ortega's lecture was titled, "Scientology's Dirty Tricks — Then and Now."

By Sydney Maki | September 15, 2015

ASU's West campus hosts "El Grito de Dolores," the opening reception for Hispanic Heritage Month, on Tuesday, Sept. 15, 2015 in Glendale.

'El Grito de Dolores' kicks off Hispanic Heritage Month at ASU West

Hispanic Heritage Month is so big it is not limited to one specific month but goes on from Sept. 15 to Oct. 15 every year.

By Angelica Cabral | September 15, 2015

Rain pounds downtown Phoenix on Monday, Aug. 31, 2015. The downtown area received almost an inch of rain in an hour.

Storm app brings end to monsoon madness

With a current monsoon season under way, ASU students and Tempe residents may find themselves seeking a way to navigate efficient ways to travel through storms.

By Joshua Morris | September 15, 2015

Weekend shuttles, costing ASU more than $300,000 yearly, go unused

Just the weekend shuttles, which run on a hour-by-hour basis cost the university $309,041.30 in the past year— funded by utilities like parking passes. The average cost for a one-way rider on any of these weekend shuttles is a whopping $18.40 per rider.

By Megan Janetsky | September 15, 2015

The Small Business Leadership Academy will enter its seventh year of helping small business owners and their companies this fall. The academy is hosted by the W.P. Carey School of business and is sponsored by the Salt River Project. (Photo by Sean Logan)

10 Valley companies you didn't know were run by ASU Alumni

There are countless alumni-founded and alumni-led Arizona businesses. Here's several you may not know about.

By Andrew Nicla | September 14, 2015

It's not a motorcycle, it's not a bicycle, it's a magic carpet

ASU alumnus Tel Tucker has developed his own version of electric bikes using his background knowledge in chemistry and batteries.

By Michael Close | September 14, 2015

How to avoid the I-10 between campuses

Commuting students may take advantage of these alternative intercampus routes to ensure greater safety on the road.

By Aimee Plante | September 14, 2015

ASU shuttles urged to avoid I-10

As the investigation of the I-10 shootings continue, ASU shuttle drivers follow and ignore the advice given by ASU media relations to avoid driving on the interstate.

By Ryan Santistevan | September 14, 2015

Thirst Project to educate ASU students about global water crisis

The non-profit organization begins its school tour Monday, making ASU its first stop.

By Allie Bice | September 13, 2015

Scottsdale to investigate possible LGBT anti-discrimination ordinance

Following the August 31 5-2 vote, the Scottsdale City Council will examine LGBT anti-discrimination laws across the state to inform the implementation of LGBT rights policy in the city.

By Arren Kimbel-Sannit | September 13, 2015

Tempe business owners, councilmembers clash over homeless sidewalk policy

Several business owners in the city of Tempe have expressed a need to remove homeless citizens from the sidewalks in front of their properties, a move which council members feel is unnecessary and unlawful.

By Jessica Suerth | September 13, 2015

From the 'Double Inferno' to 'Vomit Step,' here are the week's top stories

School is finally getting into a routine. Hopefully you like all of your professors and hopefully they haven't given you too much homework yet. Take a break from studying and browse through the week's top stories.

By Andrew Nicla | September 12, 2015

Healing Field Sentinel Bill Marhsall takes watch over Tempe Beach Park Friday, Sept. 11, 2015 in Tempe. Marshall has attended this memorial since it started in 2004.

Exchange Club of Tempe Celebrates its 12th Annual Healing Fields Ceremony

For many this field has been more than an opportunity to commemorate and remember the lives that were lost during the 9/11 attacks.

By Alexis Kramer | September 12, 2015

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