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Michael Thompson (left) and Jim Hardina were promoted to assistant chiefs over the summer, stepping into the positions formerly held by Richard Wilson and Allen Clark. (Photo by Jessie Wardarski)

New ASU assistant police chiefs implement crime analysis task force

Assistant chiefs Jim Hardina and Michael Thompson said officers work together to address issues and find solutions.

By Maria Thompson | September 10, 2012

Smoke causes evacuation of Palo Verde Main

Students and faculty evacuated Palo Verde Main for about 20 minutes Monday afternoon following a smoke alarm.

By Ana Ramirez | September 10, 2012

Police search for driver of SUV who damaged man’s skateboard

SUV driver ran stop sign of Tyler St. Parking Structure before driving over a man’s skateboard.

By Maria Thompson | September 10, 2012

Photo Essay: National “Walk for the Children of Syria” in Tempe

On September 9, the Syrian-American Council organized a national “Walk for the Children of Syria.” More than a hundred people gathered on University Drive to show their support.

By Ana Ramirez | September 9, 2012

The Syrian-American Council organized the national “Walk for the Children of Syria" to raise awareness. About 130 people walked one-mile on University Drive to raise money for the cause. (Photo by Ana Ramirez)

Walk addresses conflict in Syria, personal connections to strife

More than a hundred people gathered Saturday in Tempe to participate in the national “Walk for the Children of Syria.”

By Dulce Paloma Baltazar Pedraza | September 9, 2012

American Indian mentors give a glimpse of life in their career field

The new Mentor U program at ASU pairs more than 30 mentors with students to help them get an idea of what life will be like in their career field.

By Hannah Lawrence | September 9, 2012

All parking permits at the Polytechnic campus, including green, white and red permits, have undergone a price increase this semester due to rezoning.
(Photo by Jessie Wardarski)

Polytechnic campus rezoning leads to traffic congestion, parking price increase

Parking lots at the Polytechnic campus have been rezoned, resulting in an increase in parking prices.

By Moriah Costa | September 9, 2012

The newly constructed X-Scape area was built outside of Neeb Plaza this week for students to sit and relax between classes. The structure is the winner of the X-Square competition through the Herberger Institute of Design and the Arts. (Photo by Kurtis Semph)

Design, art, music students reactivate campus space for gathering, performance

X-Scape, this year’s winning design of the X-Square competition, provides students with flexible gathering, lounge and performance space on the Tempe campus.

By Jennifer Gunther | September 9, 2012

Man arrested on suspicion of grabbing buttocks of female student

A woman was waiting on the northeast corner of Apache Boulevard and McAllister Avenue when a man approached her, grabbed her buttocks and followed her.

By Maria Thompson | September 9, 2012

Students rack up more debt following changes

The federal government makes changes to student loan's grace period and interest rates.

By Jennifer Borbon | September 6, 2012

Twitter, Facebook campaigns target young voters

Campaigns take advantage of social media as election season nears its final months.

By Tess Homan | September 6, 2012

Tempe12 girls Kellie Coleman, Gina Vaia and Jordan Lozoya hold up their "month" in the new 2012-2013 Tempe12 calendar.

Tempe12 supports University events

Tempe12, a calendar featuring ASU women, has been a prominent supporter of University events since 2004.

By Amy Edelen | September 6, 2012

Students struggle to receive residency status from ASU

The University’s case-by-case residency evaluation system causes problems for students who believe they meet all the requirements to obtain in-state tuition rates.

By Brooke Lawson and Charlotte Das | September 6, 2012

The first employees of Threads began making bracelets to raise scholarship funds for high school students when the business launched in late June. (Photo courtesy of Ashley LeMieux)

Alumna’s scholarship program ‘shines’ on

An ASU alumna’s bracelet-making business that provides income for disadvantaged students has seen a steady increase in profits and hopes to provide more scholarships this year.

By Hannah Lawrence | September 6, 2012

Police: Woman arrested on suspicion of driving on suspended license, drug possession

A woman was pulled over for an expired vehicle registration and was arrested on suspicion of various drug possession charges.

By Dulce Paloma Baltazar Pedraza | September 6, 2012

Campus club 'sparks' children's college aspirations

The ASU Sparks club helps young students who aspire to continue on to higher education.

By Hannah Lawrence | September 5, 2012

Car lights illuminate Mill Avenue late Wednesday night. Starting in 2014, the City of Tempe will construct a streetcar running along Mill Avenue. (Photo by Ana Ramirez)

Mill Ave. streetcar could return traffic lost to Tempe Marketplace

Plans for Mill Avenue will bring new restaurants, bars and a streetcar to the area.

By Ana Ramirez | September 5, 2012

Downtown campus and Downtown Phoenix Partnership find ways to engage students

Pop Up Park, a weekly relaxation event, gives students a chance to jump-start their weekend.

By Paulina Pineda | September 5, 2012

ASU graduate student, Victoria Sargent, prepared the Environmental Memories of South Central Phoenix exhibit at the George Washington Carver Museum and Cultural Center for its grand unveiling Wednesday evening. (Photo by Jessie Wardarski)

Exhibit unveils transformation of south central Phoenix

Historical display of South Central Phoenix and its changes over the past century opens Thursday.

By Jacqueline Solis | September 5, 2012

Police: Men arrested on suspicion of underage drinking after alleged harassment

ASU Police arrested three men on suspicion of underage drinking and alcohol possession Tuesday in Tempe.

By Dulce Paloma Baltazar Pedraza | September 5, 2012

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