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ASA, USG gather to inform students about Arizona HB 2675

House Bill 2675, which sought to require most university students to pay $2,000 of their tuition out-of-pocket, was withdrawn Wednesday.

By Kharli Mandeville | February 15, 2012

A few ASU students meditate in the secret garden to relieve themselves of stress. Starting Thursday, Quiet Your Mind and Focus meditation sessions will take place for an hour every week in the Discovery Hall to help students relieve stress in their daily lives. (Photo by Shelby Bernstein)

Weekly relaxation sessions available on Tempe campus

ASU Counseling Services and the American Indian Student Support Services are offering free weekly relaxation techniques aimed at reducing stress to ASU students.

By Gabrielle Olson | February 15, 2012

Student website lets users judge morality

Two ASU students are giving users who visit their website a chance to play God — or at least, priest.

By Julia Shumway | February 15, 2012

Police Beat: Feb. 16

ASU Police reported the following incidents Wednesday.

By Shawn Raymundo | February 15, 2012

University couple caught in domestic violence case

Things turn violent after a West campus couple get into a confrontation.

By Shawn Raymundo | February 15, 2012

The City of Tempe Transportation Commission is discussing the possible move to new 30-foot Orbit buses and the financial leverage needed to do so. (Photo by Jessie Wardarski)

Orbit buses get bigger, possible fee addition

If larger Orbit buses prove successful this fall, Tempe may add a 50 cent fare to the currently free Orbit bus service in January 2013 at the earliest, Tempe officials said.

By Michelle Peirano | February 14, 2012

Students in ASU and UA residence halls are holding a competition from Feb. 6 to Feb. 26 to see which school can conserve the most energy. (Photo by Jessie Wardarski)

ASU competes against UA residence halls to conserve energy

ASU leads the way in the AZ Energy Wars against UA by students conversing energy in resident halls.

By Thania A. Betancourt | February 14, 2012

Rep. Bob Robson, R-Chandler, is petitioning to have the phrase "medical marijuana" removed from legal documents because he believes marijuana is not proven to have any medical properties. (Photo by Adrian Juarez)

Legislator suggests removing 'medical marijuana' as legal term

Arizona Rep. Bob Robson, R-Chandler, suggested removing the term “medical marijuana” from legal terminology during a House of Representatives floor discussion.

By Danielle Grobmeier | February 14, 2012

Police Beat: Feb. 15

Tempe Police reported the following incidents Tuesday.

By Thania A. Betancourt | February 14, 2012

Former Gov. Mitt Romney speaks to about 2,000 in Mesa

Former Gov. Mitt Romney spoke at the Mesa Amphitheater Monday about President Obama, other Republican candidates and his plans for presidency in preparation for the Feb. 28 Arizona primary.

By Diana Lustig | February 13, 2012

The Exterior of Laird and Dines Pharmacy in 1900, present-day site of Blondies on Mill Avenue and 5th Street. (Photo courtesy of Tempe History Museum and Photo by Beth Easterbrook and John Sullivan)

Tempe’s historic businesses adapt to changing economy

Some of Tempe’s new establishments are housed in historical buildings representative of Arizona’s entrance into the union.

By Michelle Peirano | February 13, 2012

Fast food is an easy fallback for college students on the go and on a tight budget. According to an ASU nutrition expert, though, fast food intake should be limited. (Photo by Jenn Allen)

Fast food meals should be limited, experts say

Students may choose fast food over a nutritionally powered meal, but experts say only 10 percent of a person’s meals should come from fast food.

By Kharli Mandeville | February 13, 2012

The Salt River gives life to Tempe

A timeline of the effect the Salt River has had on Tempe’s community for the past 100 years.

By Shawn Raymundo | February 13, 2012

ASU students, campus have changed since 1912, but challenges remain

ASU has changed drastically in the 100 years since Arizona became a state, but students still face some of the same challenges today.

By Julia Shumway | February 13, 2012

Several places in Tempe will be hosting celebratory events throughout 2012 in honor of Arizona's 100th year as a state. (Photo by Lisa Bartoli)

Tempe joins centennial festivities

Tempe will host several events throughout 2012 to celebrate 100 years of Arizona history.

By Alyssa Lee | February 13, 2012

Police Beat: Feb. 14

Tempe Police reported the following incidents Monday.

By Shawn Raymundo | February 13, 2012

Bouncers and bartenders from the Mill Avenue District confiscated more than 2,000 fake IDs in 2011. (Photo by Beth Easterbrook)

Tempe Police, Mill Avenue District bars work to discourage use of fake IDs

Tempe Police and Mill Ave. bars collected 2,247 fake identification cards in 2011 and 10 per weekend on average.

By Shawn Raymundo and Kharli Mandeville | February 12, 2012

Potential designs for Tempe Streetcar unveiled

The Tempe Streetcar Project nears more tangible stages, as design concepts become plans.

By Michelle Peirano | February 12, 2012

Cornish Pasty Co. is expanding, with plans for new locations in Scottsdale and Phoenix. (Photo by Jenn Allen)

Cornish Pasty chain headed to Phoenix, Scottsdale

The Cornish Pasty Company is opening two new locations in Scottsdale and Phoenix.

By Michael Gordon | February 12, 2012

Higher fines begin for supplying alcohol to minors

Tempe City Council takes active strides to keep adults from giving minors the opportunity to consume alcohol.

By Alexa Haynes | February 12, 2012

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