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UNDER CONSTRUCTION: The MU is currently under construction, adding new stores and remodeling old ones. The project in set to be finished in August.

Smoothie shop, renovated market to open in Memorial Union

There will be new changes coming to ASU’s Memorial Union this fall, including a renovated and renamed Devils’ Market and a new yogurt and smoothie shop.

By Rheyanne Weaver | July 18, 2010

ABOR tables decision of AIMS Scholarship continuance

Potential changes to the AIMS program have been discussed in recent weeks as the state Legislature continues to cut education funds.

By Joseph Schmidt | July 18, 2010

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LAW SUIT: Former student Anna Babler, filed a civil action lawsuit against the Arizona Board of Regents on June 21 arguing ASU violated sexual harrasment laws under Title IX.

Former student sues ABOR over sexual assault case

The lawsuit claims ASU failed to comply with its obligations under Title IX, which holds the University responsible for protecting students from sexual harassment and to take action when harassment occurs.

By Kyle Patton and Joseph Schmidt | July 18, 2010

Stolen driver's license linked to Kyleigh Sousa case

According to Tempe Police, an Arizona license linked to the 21-year-old’s death was found June 20 in a Phoenix mailbox.

By Rheyanne Weaver | July 15, 2010

State Press Weekly, issue 2

On this week's edition of State Press Weekly, Crow appointed to new council, 62nd Emmy Award round-up, and Sun Devil Basketball Preview. (w/ music from the Pharcyde and Zach Evans)

By State Press Staff | July 14, 2010

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ADVISORY BOARD: President Crow was appointed to the U.S Department of Commerce's new advisory council Teusday.

ASU President Michael Crow appointed to Obama's entrepreneurship advisory council

ASU President Michael Crow was named a member of the new National Advisory Council on Innovation and Entrepreneurship Tuesday, which is part of the U.S. Department of Commerce.

By State Press Staff | July 14, 2010

Meet the candidates: Arizona's gubernatorial election, part II

In our five-week series, The State Press will highlight the candidates and their platforms. The primary election will be held Aug. 24, and early voting begins July 29. This is part II.

By Rheyanne Weaver | July 11, 2010

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SB1070: The U.S Department of Justice filed an injunction against Arizona on Tuesday, challenging the state's new immigration law.

DOJ files lawsuit against Arizona, challenging SB 1070

The U.S. Department of Justice filed an injunction against Arizona on Tuesday regarding the recently signed immigration bill and will take the issue to federal court.

By Joseph Schmidt | July 11, 2010

Business school creates scholars program to aid at-risk youth, lower class

The W. P. Carey School of Business has created a comprehensive and free “bridge program” intended to aid underrepresented and economically disadvantaged high school students in their transition to college.

By Joseph Schmidt | July 11, 2010

The Arizona Department of Safety plans to renew Tempe's photo enforcement program starting July 18th. The completion of the program is estimated to take about a year. (Photo by Amy Dickson)

DPS drops photo enforcement, Tempe renews contract

Tempe officials plan to renew the city’s photo enforcement program for one year, starting July 18, while the Arizona Department of Public Safety’s program ends July 15.

By Rheyanne Weaver | July 11, 2010

THE FALL: Tempe Hooter's sign shines from the second story balcony where Canadian citizen Tabitha Farmer plummeted 20 feet on April 7th. (Photo by Serwaa Adu-Tutu)

Woman who fell from Hooters balcony recovers, police say

Tabitha Farmer, a 26-year-old Canadian who fell from the second-floor balcony of a Hooters restaurant in Tempe April 7, is out of the hospital and recovering, police reported.

By Rheyanne Weaver | July 11, 2010

Police Beat: July 12

ASU Police reported the following incidents Friday, July 9.

By Kyle Daly | July 11, 2010

A dog running for office? It might sound like a plot from a Disney film, but the BentleyforAZ campaign is one tail, oops... we mean, tale, you'll want to hear.

State Press Weekly, issue 1

The first edition of The State Press' new weekly audio program.

By State Press Staff | July 7, 2010

Meet the candidates: Arizona's gubernatorial election, part I

In our five-week series, The State Press will highlight the candidates and their platforms.

By Rheyanne Weaver | July 5, 2010

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Biochemistry alumnus Xiao Ping Li, right, makes her oath of allegiance during the 22nd Annual Independence Day Naturalization ceremony Friday at South Mountain Community College.

ASU students take part in 4th of July weekend naturalization ceremony

One hundred and ninety new citizens waved miniature American flags, celebrating their new status during the 22nd Annual Fiesta of Independence naturalization ceremony.

By Rheyanne Weaver | July 5, 2010

SERWAA ADU-TUTU | THE STATE PRESSMORE BUSINESS: The Gateway building located on Mill Ave. and 3rd Street was purchased fro $35 million by Seattle based company Vulcan Real Estate.

Tempe Gateway building purchase shows sign of economic turnaround

A Seattle-based company owned by the co-founder of Microsoft purchased Tempe Gateway in June, an eight-story building with commercial and retail space on Mill Avenue.

By Joseph Schmidt | July 5, 2010

PHOTO COURTESY OF AMY DICKSON
SAFETY FIRST: ASU recently collaborated with Tempe Fire and Police departments for scenes in a new safety training video filmed on campus.

Tempe fire, ASU police collaborate with EHS in lab safety video

ASU recently collaborated with Tempe Fire and ASU Police departments for scenes in a new lab safety training video filmed on campus.

By Joseph Schmidt | July 5, 2010

ASU seeks to purchase new Tempe building

During the Arizona Board of Regents Capital Committee meeting in May, ASU requested approval to purchase a building in the CenterPoint Development in downtown Tempe.

By Joseph Schmidt | July 5, 2010

Police Beat: July 6

A cleaning crew member found a green leafy substance in a clear plastic bag inside a room at Barrett, the Honors College, June 21, police reported.

By Rheyanne Weaver | July 5, 2010

ALL ABOARD: Hundreds of passengers board the lightrail after the Independence Day celebration at Tempe Beach Park Sunday night.(Photo by Serwaa Adu-Tutu)

Public transportation changes could affect ASU community

Changes will include an upfront U-Pass payment and new METRO light rail schedules.

By Rheyanne Weaver | July 5, 2010

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