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SPRAY ART: Local artist Thomas "Breeze" Marcus paints a canvas at the Civil Disobedience Park Jam event Friday night on the Tempe campus. (Photo by Michaela Mader)

Park Jam showcases hip-hop culture

The Civil Disobedience Park Jam showcased local hip-hop and graffiti art talent Friday night at the Nelson Fine Arts Center plaza on the Tempe campus.

By Jasmine Barta | October 2, 2011

THOSE BRIGHT LIGHTS: Mark Hoppus plays Friday night at Fall Frenzy at the Tempe Beach Park. (Photo by Beth Easterbrook)

Fall Frenzy creates a night of nostalgia

Fall Frenzy hit Tempe Beach Park last Friday night to a crowd full of eager fans. The show was headlined by Blink-182, Jimmy Eat World and Matt & Kim. | Slideshow inside |

By Monica Arevalo | October 2, 2011

Hispanic enrollment still rising at ASU

Studies show that the students of Hispanic origins are on the rise in pursuing a higher education.

By Ryan McCullough | September 29, 2011

RASING AWARENESS: The AIDS Walk Phoenix & 5K will take place this Sunday in downtown Phoenix. The walk is aimed at reducing the stigma surrounding HIV and AIDS and raising money for victims of the diseases. (Photo by Rosie Gochnour)

Thousands expected at Phoenix AIDS walk

Thousands of people will gather in downtown Phoenix this Sunday to participate in a 5k run/walk meant to spread AIDS awareness.

By Jasmine Barta | September 29, 2011

GREAT LENGTHS: Redshirt senior cornerback Omar Bolden reaches for a tackle against UCLA junior fullback Damien Thigpen in the Sun Devils’ meeting against the Bruins last November. Bolden’s return from an ACL tear remains uncertain despite speculation of a comeback that surfaced earlier this week. (Photo by Aaron Lavinsky)

Bolden still unsure about return

Omar Bolden wants to be clear — there is no set timetable for his return to the ASU football team.

By Greg Dillard | September 29, 2011

"What's Your Number?" fails to entertain

Anna Faris and Chris Evans’ new film, “What’s Your Number?” is a new romantic comedy that, instead of realizing its potential, disappoints and bores.

By Jocelyn Gee | September 29, 2011

Students help train dogs to serve disabled veterans

ASU students work with the Foundation for Service Dog Support organization to provide assistance for injured public safety and military personnel.

By Brennan Smith | September 29, 2011

Hollywood Invades Tempe a unique film experience

The Hollywood Invades Tempe event at the Bateman Physical Sciences Center brings some of the film industry’s biggest players to ASU — virtually.

By Carole Murphy | September 29, 2011

Playlist: Modern musicians add their own take to signature songs

Just put on some headphones and enjoy this expansive list of cover songs.

By Kelli Stark | September 29, 2011

Scottsdale hosts 11th annual International Film Festival

Starting Sept. 30 and running through Oct. 4 is the 11th Annual Scottsdale International Film Festival.

By Jonathan Fortner | September 29, 2011

RHA gives support to gender-neutral housing

After a vote of support from the Residence Hall Association, ASU is one step closer to offering gender-neutral housing options on the Tempe campus.

By Dan Oberhaus | September 28, 2011

REVVED-UP RAMEN: Tired of the same old ramen noodles? Try these spiced up recipes and surprise your taste buds with some new twists on an old classic, all while on a student's budget. (Photo by Beth Easterbrook)

Top five ways to spice up your ramen noodles

A conveniently compiled a list of some of the best variations on the traditional cup of noodles.

By Trevor Paxton | September 28, 2011

ON MILL: 'Chicago' stands outside Starbucks on Mill Avenue and bears the heat as he jokes with shoppers and welcomes them to Tempe. Tempe's Homeless Outreach Program Effort estimates the number of homeless people in Tempe to be between three and five hundred depending on the day. (Photo by Samuel Rosenbaum)

Homelessness remains ongoing problem in Tempe

A city official said there’s been an increase in the number of homeless people living on Tempe streets since the economic downturn.

By Sara Smith | September 28, 2011

Broke-Ass Stuart’s “Young Broke & Beautiful” full of great, cheap advice

“Young Broke & Beautiful: Broke-Ass Stuart’s Guide to Living Cheaply” is great for those with an empty wallet.

By Megan Mattox | September 28, 2011

Trader Joe’s college cookbook provides cheap and delicious meals

Trader Joe’s has made a fortune off cookbooks for any culture, including the college student.

By Lauren Jordan | September 28, 2011

Phoenix Police receive federal funding for on-officer cameras

The U.S. Department of Justice granted the Phoenix Police Department $500,000 to begin use of on-officer cameras.

By Shawn Raymundo | September 28, 2011

DOWNTOWN DEMONSTRATION: Lori Usky, a post office clerk from Tolleson, Ariz., stands with her family at a protest near the Downtown campus in support of HR 1351. (Photo by Tiana Chavez)

Downtown rally spreads awareness of Postal crisis

The Post Office building on the Downtown campus Tuesday was one site of a nationwide rally meant to raise public support for a federal bill that could avert a financial crisis for the U.S. Postal Service.

By Kharli Mandeville and Michelle Tabatabai Shahab | September 27, 2011

ASU tests cellphones for dorm access

ASU staff and students participated in a three-month trial run using cellphones as dorm keys.

By Ryan McCullough | September 27, 2011

Counterpoint: The death penalty is dangerous

The potential for wrongful conviction and its inability to prevent crime and heal those hurt should cause us to abolish the death penalty.

By Page Gerrick | September 27, 2011

RACE TO THE TOP: Candidates are running to occupy the City of Tempe Town Hall mayoral seat. The election will be held in March 2012. (Photo by Lisa Bartoli)

Two new hopefuls announce bid for Tempe mayor

A former city councilwoman and a prominent restaurateur have announced their intent to join next year’s Tempe mayor’s race.

By Brennan Smith | September 27, 2011

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