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Kari Lake speaks about abortion, protests with College Republicans on Tempe campus

During a Thursday event hosted by College Republicans at ASU, Republican Senate candidate Kari Lake spoke to community members about abortion and recent pro-Palestine protests on college campuses.

By Natalia Jarrett | April 26, 2024

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Arizona House passes bill to repeal 1864 abortion ban, which will now go to Senate

The Arizona House of Representatives voted on a bill to repeal the 1864 abortion ban, moving the bill to the state Senate. 

By Sophia Ramirez | April 24, 2024

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Planned Parenthood ASU, YDSA help gather signatures for AZ abortion ballot initiative

Several ASU clubs are playing a part in collecting signatures for the Arizona for Abortion Access Act, which has exceeded the minimum number needed to appear on the ballot this November.

By Natalia Jarrett | April 23, 2024

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Protestors meet at Capitol while House Republicans block vote to repeal abortion ban

As House Republicans blocked a vote to repeal the 1864 abortion ban, protestors gathered outside of the state Capitol to express their anger with the newly reinstated law. 

By Jack Barron , Alysa Horton and Sophia Braccio | April 17, 2024

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Hobbs signs student activity bill into law despite pushback from ASU clubs

Gov. Hobbs signed HB 2178 into law last week, which will fundamentally change the way funding is allocated for student organizations at ASU.

By Mia Osmonbekov | April 17, 2024

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Sun Devil activists sound off on Gen-Z voters and the 2024 election

These four Sun Devil activists are taking civic engagement to the next level, going beyond voting and working within the system to create substantial 'change,' a battle cry of the Gen-Z voting block.

By Sita Sudhakar | April 16, 2024

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Opinion: Abortion advocacy can't repeat past mistakes to have a bright future

Last week's Arizona Supreme Court decision illustrates the importance of proactive abortion advocacy. 

By Sophia Ramirez | April 15, 2024

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The Arizona Coyotes moving to Utah, according to numerous reports

Despite announcing their intent to stay in Arizona last week, reports say the Coyotes are leaving for Salt Lake City after the 2023-24 season.

By Jack Barron and Walker Smith | April 12, 2024

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The 'Taylor Swift Bill' plans to give fans their tickets back

Gov. Katie Hobbs has signed legislation aimed at putting power back in the hands of ticket buyers across the state.

By Alysa Horton | April 11, 2024

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From basketball to politics: Tempe's relationship with Skopje over the decades

More than half a century old, Tempe's and Skopje's Sister City friendship has influenced diplomatic ties between the United States and what is now North Macedonia. 

By Mia Osmonbekov | April 11, 2024

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Mayes says she will defend access to abortion post supreme court decision. What comes next?

Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes has promised to fight the state Supreme Court decision on the 1864 near-total abortion ban.

By Emma Bradford | April 10, 2024

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Tempe approves live music license for Rusty Taco to maintain weekend crowds

Tempe approved a live music license for Rusty Taco to provide entertainment for their crowds and for ASU students.

By Ginia McFarland | April 10, 2024

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College Republicans United at ASU to host Sons of Confederate Veterans

College Republicans United at ASU will host Sons of Confederate Veterans tomorrow at their weekly meeting.

By Alysa Horton | April 9, 2024

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Ultima Hora: La Corte Suprema de Arizona confirma la prohibición territorial del aborto, prohibido en casi todos los casos

La Corte Suprema de Arizona confirmó una ley de 1864 que hará que casi todos los abortos sean ilegales en el estado.

By Grey Gartin | April 9, 2024

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AZ Supreme Court upholds territorial abortion ban, set to be illegal in nearly all cases

The Arizona Supreme Court upheld an 1864 law that will make nearly all abortions illegal in the state.

By Grey Gartin | April 9, 2024

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Election experts discuss 2024 election, young voter turnout

Arizona political observers and operatives are honing in on the youth vote, particularly college students, ahead of the November Presidential Election. Where does Tempe and the 'Sun Devil' precinct stand?

By Natalia Jarrett | April 8, 2024

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Multiple Pro-Palestinian protestors interrupt campus event featuring Nancy Pelosi

Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi attended the 'Democracy at Work' series with David Axelrod where she was met with pro-Palestine protesters. 

By Sophia Ramirez and Sita Sudhakar | April 8, 2024

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Russian opposition leader continues to serve time years after Arizona speech

Vladimir Kara-Murza spoke at the Arizona House of Representatives two years ago, an action that sent him behind bars. But his interactions with the state didn't start there.

By Mia Osmonbekov | April 8, 2024

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USG-T election results released after delay

Tempe's Undergraduate Student Government released election results for the executive ticket and USG-T Senate after a week-long delay caused by 'complaint and appeal challenges.'

By Natalia Jarrett | April 8, 2024

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Arizona Coyotes announce development plans in north Phoenix, auction pending

Pending a victory in a state land auction, the Arizona Coyotes have found a permanent home.

By Shane Brennan | April 4, 2024

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