Politics

Former ASU student files appeal against Memorial Union trespassing conviction

Tim Tizon, a former ASU student who handed out copies of the U.S. Constitution on campus, was charged with third-degree trespassing for tabling without permission from ASU.

By Shane Brennan | January 30, 2023

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Maricopa County Recorder's proposal offers solutions to the 'late early' ballot problem

Maricopa County Recorder Stephen Richer offers solutions to delayed election results from Maricopa County following a contentious 2022 midterm election cycle.

By Grey Gartin | January 26, 2023

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McCain Institute, Cronkite School launch task force to tackle disinformation threats

The task force will convene regularly throughout the year to deliver policy recommendations to mitigate the threat of media disinformation. 

By Rishab Chatty | January 26, 2023

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College Republicans at ASU reevaluate after Arizona Democrats' midterm wins

College Republicans at ASU are reevaluating their mission as the new semester begins with an executive office of more Democrats. 

By Alysa Horton | January 25, 2023

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ASU, Arizona Supreme Court collaborate to create forensic science program

The Arizona Supreme Court and ASU's New College created a program focusing on efficient research in forensics to provide new opportunities for students and courts across Arizona.

By Phineas Hogan | January 23, 2023

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ASU leaders and researchers bring water expertise to I-10 summit

ASU researchers work with cities across the southern U.S. to solve environmental issues like water conservation. 

By Grey Gartin | January 19, 2023

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Tempe City Council continues to be older than the average city resident

Tempe City Council doesn't represent their younger demographic as their youngest councilmember is ten years older than the average Tempe resident's age. 

By Alysa Horton | January 18, 2023

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Reviewing the best of The State Press' 2022 coverage

These stories from 2022 represent what The State Press means to those who work to create it and uphold our mission to serve, provoke and challenge our audience.

By Piper Hansen | January 17, 2023

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ASU relationships to help Arizona become top semiconductor manufacturer

The semiconductor manufacturing industry, a boon for the state's economy, is growing due to investments and is helped by University partnerships.

By Grey Gartin | December 27, 2022

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ABOR approves Dillingham's contract, ASU West construction projects

The Arizona Board of Regents approved contracts for head football coaches at ASU and UA and approved a new academic building and student housing project.

By Rishab Chatty | December 16, 2022

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Tempe Family Advocacy Center set to open in January 2023

The city of Tempe's Family Advocacy Center is set to open in January 2023 after being delayed a year.

By Reagan Priest | December 1, 2022

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Michael Crow answers questions about student issues at on-campus forum

ASU President Michael Crow spoke on everything from a tuition increase to graduate student struggles to Kanye West at the Downtown forum. 

By Alysa Horton | November 29, 2022

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ABOR approves pay raise for university presidents, including Michael Crow

The Arizona Board of Regents approved yet another pay raise for ASU President Michael Crow. 

By Larisa May | November 28, 2022

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Opinion: Mark Kelly and Katie Hobbs owe their victories to young voters

Mark Kelly and Katie Hobbs won highly contentious elections in Arizona, and it's all because of youth turnout. 

By Mia Osmonbekov | November 28, 2022

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Student sues Arizona Board of Regents after being hit by ASU employee driving golf cart

An ASU student filed suit against the Arizona Board of Regents after being hit by a golf cart driven by an ASU employee in 2021.

By Shane Brennan | November 21, 2022

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Here are the results for the propositions from the 2022 Arizona midterm elections

Here are the results on the 10 ballot initiatives Arizonans voted on during the midterm elections.

By Alysa Horton | November 17, 2022

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Andrew Yang addresses students at ASU's Downtown campus

Andrew Yang spoke with students at ASU's Downtown campus on Thursday about independent parties and ranked choice voting.

By Larisa May | November 17, 2022

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ASU students, alumni disappointed after student loan forgiveness stalled by court

Students and alumni are expressing frustration after President Joe Biden's student loan forgiveness program was blocked by a federal court last week.

By Reagan Priest | November 16, 2022

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Arizona Dems play defense against GOP as Kelly retains Senate seat and Hobbs wins governor

Arizona voters have elected Katie Hobbs as their next governor. In down ballot races, Democrats won big.

By Reagan Priest and Shane Brennan | November 14, 2022

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City of Tempe reserves date for possible referendum to decide new Coyotes arena

A vote to approve or deny a proposed arena for the Arizona Coyotes was authorized by Tempe City Council on Nov. 10.

By Shane Brennan | November 14, 2022

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