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Lance Whitford poses for a portrait in the Fender factory where he worked on September 15, 2015, as the 21st day of his campaign.

One man's tribute to the lives of Arizona veterans

One man is changing jobs 30 times to raise money and awareness for veterans.

By Lindsay Roberts | September 28, 2015

A row of GR:D Bikes sits on the corner of 5th Street and Van Buren Street in downtown Phoenix on Friday, Sept. 25, 2015. The Phoenix City Council recently voted to expand the bike-sharing program for a total of 500 bikes across the city.

Phoenix GR:D bikes to roll out in greater numbers

The Phoenix city council voted 5 to 4 to expand the GR:D Bike Share Program to 500 bikes citywide, a move that will now require tax revenue.

By Arren Kimbel-Sannit | September 28, 2015

ASU bans weapons, but some students fight to legalize possession

Plastered around ASU campuses, posters reference the danger of hazing, bullying and assault. While ASU openly admits that students face these issues, the ban on weapon possession remains.

By Natalie Orr | September 27, 2015

ASU Devil Divers get ASU's feet wet certifying scuba divers

The Devil Divers, ASU’s instructional scuba diving club, can instruct and certify members in a variety of scuba courses and also organizes bi-annual diving trips to locations around the world. Devil Divers club President Brandon Guida said, “We’re open to anyone affiliated with ASU, which means faculty, alumni, student’s family members and friends are welcome.” The club doesn’t have any dues or weekly meetings in a traditional sense.

By Preston Scott-Hall | September 27, 2015

ASU, Stanton and St. Mary's combat hunger in Phoenix

In addition to its own charitable outreaches, ASU partners with charities to participate in the community.

By Joshua Bowling | September 27, 2015

Supermoon canoodles with total lunar eclipse to conceive Blood Moon

A Total Lunar Eclipse of a Super Full Moon will occur Sunday night to conceive a "blood moon" which will be viewed by millions of people around the world.

By Kelcie Grega | September 27, 2015

Students hold up a sign for a photograph before the game against University of Southern California Saturday, Sept. 26, 2015 at Sun Devil Stadium in Tempe.

From tortillas to texting, here are the week's top stories

A lot happened this week. Read all about it here.

By Andrew Nicla | September 27, 2015

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

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