Politics

A student activist from the National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws (NORML) smokes a joint in anticipation of the vote on Proposition 203 last September. Rep. John Fillmore, R-Apache Junction, recently introduced House Bill 2228, which would de-felonize possession of marijuana in Arizona.

State legislator: Reduce penalty for marijuana possession

An Arizona marijuana initiative was introduced this year to reduce the penalty for possession of marijuana.

By Brian Bernadel | March 10, 2011

Immigration bills delayed for budget discussions

Arizona Senate President Russell Pearce placed new immigration bills on hold to make time for discussion of the state’s new budget.

By Tiffany Ngo | March 8, 2011

State Press Weekly: Debt pushes students into bankruptcy after college

State Press Weekly hosts Mauro Whiteman and Samantha Valtierra Bush bring you the news and a special report from Ashlyn Biggs on student bankruptcy.

By State Press Staff | March 8, 2011

Group petitions to recall Brewer

The Committee to Recall Governor Jan Brewer was launched Jan. 28 and has since been working to grow its volunteer base and collect enough signatures across the state to hold a recall election.

By Nesima Aberra and Elias Tolano | March 7, 2011

Photos: Students protest at state Capitol

Hundreds of Phoenix high school and college students gathered Friday morning at the state Capitol to protest a new bill that would make it difficult for illegal immigrants to enroll a child in Arizona schools.

By Beth Easterbrook | March 4, 2011

High school and college students gathered at the state Capitol Friday to protest a bill that would require illegal immigrants to show proof of citizenship before enrolling a child in an Arizona school. The demonstration was organized through text messaging and social media sites. (Photo by Beth Easterbrook)

Phoenix high school, college students organize Capitol protest

Phoenix high school and college students protested a state bill Friday that requires parents or guardians to provide proof of U.S. citizenship to enroll a child in school.

By Beth Easterbrook | March 4, 2011

Professor calls Supreme Court ruling victory for free speech

Professor Joseph Russomanno said Wednesday’s Supreme Court ruling, which favored a radical church’s picketing of a 2006 military funeral, was a victory for freedom of speech rights.

By Samuel Lane | March 3, 2011

VA Tech shooting survivor talks gun safety at ASU

Four years later, one of the tragedy’s survivors is speaking out in light of Senate Bill 1467, a new piece of Arizona legislation that would allow anyone with a permit to carry a concealed weapon on college campuses statewide.

By Lindsay Walker | March 2, 2011

Bill would abolish ABOR, separate Poly from ASU

A bill working its way through the state Senate would completely eliminate the current governing structure of the Arizona university system and make ASU’s Polytechnic campus a freestanding university.

By Katie Shoultz | March 2, 2011

State Press Weekly: Clay club and Chorus of Refuge

This episode of State Press Weekly features a look at the ASU Clay club and excerpts from the Chorus of Refuge, an artistic exhibit that tells the story of refugees.

By State Press Staff | March 2, 2011

Anti-abortion legislation stirs debate

Abortion bills in the state Legislature have some crying foul.

By Yvonne Gonzalez | February 27, 2011

Dr. David Pickus, an Honors Faculty Fellow at Barrett, the Honors College, discusses unrest across the Middle East during "The Day the Pharaoh Fell," a panelist discussion on the Egyptian revolution. (Photo by Michael Arellano)

Faculty panel discusses impact of Egypt protests

More than 100 people packed into Barrett, the Honors College Cottonwood classroom on the Tempe campus to participate in a panel discussion on the Egyptian Revolution.

By Christina Tetreault | February 23, 2011

FEEDBACK: "Advise the Advisor," a new program released by the White House, allows students to give comments, feedback and suggestions pertaining to issues such as innovation and the nation's economic status. (Photo by Rosie Gochnour)

Obama’s advisers ask American people for advice through new program

“Advise the Advisor,” a program created by the president’s senior advisers, gives the American people a direct connection with the White House.

By Tiffany Ngo | February 23, 2011

USG Senate resolves to oppose non-discrimination bill

The Tempe USG Senate fielded discussion Tuesday about opposing a portion of a state bill that aims to protect college students from discrimination.

By Beth Easterbrook | February 22, 2011

REGENTS ON CAMPUS: ASU President Michael Crow speaks at the Arizona Board of Regents meeting that took place at the Memorial Union on Thursday and Friday. The meeting covered a wide range of issues, from concealed weapons on campus to changes in tuition. (Photo by Sierra Smith)

Universities asked to consider cuts before tuition increases

The Arizona Board of Regents requested the three state universities seriously consider their strategies for dealing with the upcoming budget cuts.

By Katie Shoultz | February 20, 2011

GOING EAST: The light rail's extension into downtown Mesa should receive funding in 2012. As of now, the light rail extends only one stop into the city. (Photo by Sierra Smith)

Light Rail extension drives into central Mesa

The Metro Light Rail has plans to extend its line pass the Mesa Sycamore stop into central Mesa.

By Christina Silvestri | February 20, 2011

Rep. Flake announces bid for Sen. Kyl’s seat

U.S. Rep. Jeff Flake, R-Ariz., announced his bid Monday to run for U.S. Sen. Jon Kyl’s, R-Ariz., seat in the 2012 election.

By Yvonne Gonzalez | February 14, 2011

Labor Department launches website for new jobseekers

The U.S. Department of Labor unveiled a new online tool that will assist young people in the search for jobs.

By Tiffany Ngo | February 8, 2011

Tucson victim’s family backs ammo limits

The fiancee and family of former ASU graduate student Gabe Zimmerman showed their support of House Bill 2711, which would ban large capacity ammunition clips, at the state capitol Tuesday.

By Alexandra Irving | February 8, 2011

DOG DECREE: Richard and Sally Andrade play with their five miniature poodles. The couple hopes to pass legislation this year that would hold owners of aggressive dogs responsible if their pet attacks another animal. (Photo by Yvonne Gonzalez)

Future bill to hold aggressive dog owners accountable

A Glendale couple that lost a poodle to a dog-on-dog attack is pushing for a bill to hold aggressive dog owners responsible.

By Yvonne Gonzalez | February 6, 2011

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