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Revel in your post-exam relief by playing at these local bar arcades

No need to go far for some post-finals fun with these arcade bars across the Valley.

By Damion Julien-Rohman | December 2, 2015

Phoenix Comicon Fan Fest to bring actors, artists to University of Phoenix stadium

The second annual Phoenix Comicon Fan Fest promises to bring the best of geek culture to the University of Phoenix Stadium on Dec. 4-6.

By Skylar Mason | December 2, 2015

Gilbert band Consumer exposes your dirty suburban secrets

Consumer breaks the Gilbert music model with surf-punk vibes.

By Nick Latona | December 1, 2015

5 predictions for upcoming superhero clash 'Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice'

Much is known about the film, but there are still some potential surprises in store.

By Ian Beck | December 1, 2015

The best of albums of 2015 (so far), courtesy of The State Press arts editors

2015 had some great albums spanning across a host of different genres. Here are some of our favorites.

By Jacob Goldstein and Ben Murphy | November 30, 2015

10 crazy Facebook events from listening to Drake to becoming a burrito

Don't actually consider dropping out but take a break, and think about attending these Facebook events.

By Ryan Santistevan | November 30, 2015

Beyond EDM: BOOTS goes from producing for Beyoncé to taking chances on his own music

BOOTS went from producing for Beyonce to making weirder music that you need to hear.

By Derek Loche | November 30, 2015

A sneak peek into 88th annual Oscar race

Film award season is officially underway. Let's take the pulse of the biggest one around — the Academy Awards.

By Tanner Stechnij | November 29, 2015

After decades-long wait, 'Creed' revives genre of dramatic boxing movies

Michael B. Jordan finds his breakout role as the son of Apollo Creed and pupil of Rocky Balboa.

By Tanner Stechnij | November 29, 2015

'The Good Dinosaur' won't join Pixar pantheon, but excellent nonetheless

Imagine living in a world where dinosaurs still existed because a meteorite never hit the Earth, forcing them to share the entire planet with humans.

By Obie Dieke | November 29, 2015

Jesse James Mckenzie, Maxwell Bitzer, Colton Compau, Brently Easten staff the Loud Luggage Booth at Phoenix Flea in downtown Phoenix on Nov. 28, 2015. Phoenix Flea, an outdoor market with about 70 vendors at this event, seeks to create local community with artisanal goods.

Phoenix Flea unites community in Downtown Phoenix on 'Local Saturday'

Local craftsmen, artists and designers come together to create a modern market for the Phoenix community in the historic Heritage Square in Downtown Phoenix.

By Alania Nevarez | November 28, 2015

The interior of No Regrets Tattoo Parlor is pictured on Tuesday, Nov. 24, 2015, in Tempe.

Thinking of inking? Ten tattoo shops near Tempe, Downtown campuses

Getting a tattoo is a long-term decision, so it can never hurt to plan ahead and explore all the different options. Here are ten tattoo shops near the Tempe and Downtown campuses.

By Skylar Mason | November 24, 2015

Netflix's 'Jessica Jones' darkest, best Marvel production yet

"Jessica Jones" is the heroine and the villain that comic book fans have been waiting for.

By Ian Beck | November 24, 2015

Holy Fawn's synth-pop, post-rock eloquence destroys disgusting indie-rock festival vibe

When you hear Holy Fawn, you’ll probably muster an image of what the members look like. But these guys aren’t quite the Urban Outfitters' indie-grunge mannequins you might expect.

By Nick Latona | November 24, 2015