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One taken to hospital after fire at University Towers

One person sustained non-life-threatening injuries after a small kitchen fire broke out in an apartment at University Towers near ASU's Tempe campus.

By Andrew Onodera | March 23, 2021

The intersection of drug law and racial justice

As the legalization of cannabis spreads, many argue that legalization is connected to ending systemic racism in the criminal justice system.

By Alexis Moulton | November 19, 2020

Tempe agrees to $2 million settlement over police shooting of 14 year old

14-year-old Antonio Arce was killed by Tempe police in January 2019.

By Jeffrey Horst and Ellie Borst | June 25, 2020

Police beat: ASU's October 2019 crime roundup

Compared to last year, overall reported crimes on and near ASU's campuses in October have decreased.

By Ellie Borst | November 6, 2019

Police beat: ASU's September 2019 crime roundup

More crimes occurred on and around ASU's campuses in September 2019 than in September 2018.

By Itzia Crespo | October 10, 2019

Clery Report: Crime across ASU decreased in 2018

Reported crimes on all ASU campuses continue to decline.

By Ellie Borst | October 1, 2019

Protesters demand justice for 14-year-old boy killed by Tempe police officer

The crowd protested the shooting of a 14-year-old boy by Tempe police.

By Wissam Melhem | January 18, 2019

An ASU police officer carries a blast shield back to his car during a police incident near Apache Boulevard in Tempe in the early hours of Saturday, March 18, 2017.

ASU police officers' lawsuit dismissed in federal court

A lawsuit brought by eight current and former ASU police officers against the University was dismissed Monday, ending a year-long court battle over claims of discrimination, retaliation and denial of access to records.

By Reilly Kneedler | July 26, 2017

"Distracted driving can be just as dangerous as drunk driving." Illustration published on Thursday, April 27, 2017.

Arizona needs a distracted driving law

Students should be aware of how dangerous distracted driving can be.

By Morgan Willis | April 27, 2017

ASU student reflects on his experience of racial profiling

Raymond Gurley, an ASU student, was walking home from middle school football practice when he said he experienced an incident of racial profiling.

By Hailey Hole | April 25, 2017

From left, detective Nate Thompson, Lynn Spillers and detective Travis Smith pose for a photo outside the ASU Police Department office in Tempe, Arizona.

2 ASU police representatives awarded for department efforts against sexual assault

Lynn Spillers, a victims advocate and ASU Police Chief Thompson are being recognized for ASU's victim advocacy efforts.

By Isaac Windes | April 17, 2017

AZ legislature opening protest Trans Queer Pueblo

Students get the migration and queer intersection. Why doesn't Pride?

Sunday's reaction to the Trans Queer Pueblo protest at Pride is an embarrassment to the LGBT community.

By Benjamin Steele | April 9, 2017

Dr. Neal Lester poses for a photo on Saturday, Aug. 27, 2016, at ASU Preparatory Academy.

ASU professor earns Martin Luther King Jr. Diversity award

ASU Professor Neal Lester given MLK Diversity Award from City of Tempe

By Nicole Dusanek | January 19, 2017

ASU police officer Colton Adams and his K-9 partner Tillman are photographed near the Memorial Union building on Friday, Nov. 18, 2016.

ASU police welcome newest patrol dog, Tillman

The newest ASU police K-9 is named after legendary football player Pat Tillman, and officers hope he'll bear some of the same qualities.

By Reilly Kneedler | November 21, 2016

What happens if a student is sexually assaulted

ASU offers various resources and support systems for students who have experienced sexual assault.

By Gabriella Bachara | November 15, 2016

Two robberies occurred in and around ASU campus in the past week

Two armed robberies occurred sunday night around ASU campuses.

By Jeff Darge | November 14, 2016

Students chant during a protest of the 2016 presidential election results near the Old Main building on the ASU Tempe campus on Friday, Nov. 11, 2016.

ASU follows national trend of anti-Trump demonstrations

Phoenix and Tempe ASU students have joined the national trend, holding nightly marches to protest the election of Donald Trump.

By Isaac Windes | November 14, 2016

A protestor participates in the Million Mask March held by Arizona Anonymous in Downtown Phoenix on Friday, Nov. 4, 2016.

Million Mask March protests police brutality, 'corrupt' election at First Friday

A rally protesting allegations of police brutality and the current political system took over First Friday in anticipation of the Nov. 5 "Guy Fawkes Night."

By Isaac Windes | November 7, 2016

State Press guide to Election Day: The local public safety bond

Tempe's public safety services may see big changes following election season.

By Angel Mendoza | October 31, 2016

Dry-campus policy: Should exceptions be made for medical marijuana users?

Students with a medical marijuana card can still be arrested for marijuana possession or usage on campus.

By Angel Mendoza | October 4, 2016

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