Politics

The proposed Solid Waste Alley Ordinance hopes to go into effect within the next two months. The ordinance will provide Tempe Police officers the ability to kick out transients, unwanted riffraff and illicit activity. (Photo by Shawn Raymundo)

Tempe ordinance aims to clean up alleyways

The proposed Solid Waste Alley Ordinance will provide Tempe Police the ability to kick out transients and other riffraff from all alleyways in Tempe.

By Shawn Raymundo | January 25, 2012

Gov. Jan Brewer released the proposed 2013 fiscal budget on Jan. 13, which will allocate $30.3 million in funding to state universities. (Photo by Beth Easterbrook)

Executive Budget proposes $30.3 million in university funding

Arizona universities will see more state funding as recommended by Gov. Jan Brewer in the 2013 fiscal budget.

By Alexa Haynes | January 24, 2012

Candidates for mayor look to ASU to aid in Tempe’s economic development

The three candidates for Tempe mayor have varying viewpoints, but want to take advantage of ASU student’s knowledge, innovation, workforce and consumer base.

By Michelle Peirano | January 22, 2012

Last week Arizona Gov. Jan Brewer retracted her lawsuit against the Arizona Medical Marijuana Act, which will allow prospective medical marijuana dispensaries to apply for their licenses. (Photo by Beth Easterbrook)

Arizona Medical Marijuana Act moves forward following recent court rulings

Within the last weeks, judges rule in favor of the continuing Proposition 203’s implementation in Arizona.

By Alyssa Lee | January 19, 2012

A Life Fit for Sinema

Meet Kyrsten Sinema, ASU alum, children's advocate, former Arizona state senator and, now, potential Representative.

By Kailin Biggerstaff | January 19, 2012

Arizona House Democrats disapprove of Capitol buyback plan

Gov. Jan Brewer’s proposal to buy back the mortgaged Capitol complex has been labeled a “symbolic gimmick” by Arizona House Democrats.

By Julia Shumway | January 18, 2012

Bill banning racial profiling makes headway

A ban to stop racial profiling by Arizona law enforcement is aimed at educating officers on how to ethically enforce the law.

By Shawn Raymundo | January 18, 2012

Sen. David Schapira announced his candidacy to represent district 9 in Congress at the state capital Tuesday. (Photo by Thania A. Betancourt)

ASU professor announces his candidacy for Congress

David Schapira, an ASU faculty member and Arizona State Senate Democratic Leader, announced his candidacy Tuesday for Congress in Arizona’s newly created District 9.

By Thania A. Betancourt | January 17, 2012

Tentative Final Congressional Map (Image courtesy of the Arizona Independent Redistricting Commission)

Redistricting means new GOP congressional candidates

Republican congressional candidates announce their campaigns within weeks of the New Year.

By Alyssa Lee | January 12, 2012

Omar Barghouti, human rights activist and a founding member of the Palestine Campaign for the Academic and Cultural Boycott of Israel, spoke on the Tempe campus Wednesday night about the Israeli occupation of Palestine. (Photo by Mackenzie McCreary)

Human rights activist lectures on Palestinian occupation

Omar Barghouti spoke Wednesday on the Tempe campus to an audience of about 75 concerning the injustices occurring in Palestine and offered solutions to the occupation.

By Danielle Grobmeier | January 11, 2012

Gov. Brewer: Arizona's future 'better than ever'

Arizona Gov. Jan Brewer addressed Arizona’s centennial year and brief excerpts from her 2012 policy in Monday’s State of the State address.

By Julia Shumway | January 9, 2012

State Sen. Kyrsten Sinema pursues House seat

Arizona Sen. Kyrsten Sinema, D-Phoenix, resigned in order to run for Congressional District 9.

By Alyssa Lee | January 8, 2012

Candlelight vigil commemorates Tucson shooting

A small group of mourners, many friends of Congresswoman Gabrielle Giffords or her deceased aide, Gabe Zimmerman, held a candlelight vigil Saturday evening at the State Capitol remembering the Tucson shootings of a year ago.

By Julia Shumway | January 8, 2012

Arizona receives education grant worth $25 million

The Arizona Department of Education announced Arizona is expected to receive a $25 million grant to improve the state’s educational system as a part of “Race to the Top.”

By Alyssa Lee | January 5, 2012

Tempe residents shed their shoes to enjoy Tempe Town Lake last February. Candidate for mayor Michael Monti is proposing a new swimming area, adding another activity for residents to participate in while visiting the lake. (Photo by Lisa Bartoli)

Candidates announce plan for swimming beach at Tempe Town Lake

Two candidates running for Tempe city offices announced plans for a swimming beach at Tempe Town Lake.

By Brennan Smith | November 29, 2011

Students for Liberty hosted a free speech event on Monday and Tuesday at the Memorial Union by posting a Free Speech Wall made of paper for students and faculty to write down any thoughts or opinions. (Photo by Shawn Raymundo)

Students express themselves, without pulling punches

The Students For Liberty sponsored a Free Speech Wall on the Memorial Union North Stage to remind the Tempe campus of their right to express all beliefs.

By Shawn Raymundo | November 22, 2011

The Tempe City Council passed an amendment Nov. 3 to impose tougher consequences for adults who purchase alcohol for minors under the age of 21. (Photo by Lisa Bartoli)

Tempe to raise fine for supplying alcohol to minors

A unanimous vote by the Tempe City Council on Nov. 3 will raise fines for adults caught supplying alcohol to minors starting in February.

By Brennan Smith | November 22, 2011

Politics and sports

Conventional wisdom rarely works out to be true, particularly in football and politics.

By Will Munsil | November 22, 2011

Desk closings lead to homeless entering dorms, students say

ASU Residential Life plans to reinstate front desk positions at two north campus dormitories following reports of homeless people and other individuals wandering into the halls.

By Kyle Daly | November 21, 2011

Long-term plans for Tempe Town Lake's dam replacement have been delayed until January 5. Tempe city officials said they needed more time to survey the best options. (Photo by Lisa Bartoli)

Town Lake dam solution delayed

Tempe officials delayed the decision on a long-term solution for the Tempe Town Lake west dam until next year.

By Brennan Smith | November 21, 2011

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