'She was the best catcher in the history of Arizona Softball': The story of athlete Dot Wilkinson
(12/06/23 8:00pm)
Dot Wilkinson, the catcher for the Phoenix Rambler’s softball team, waited for the play to begin.
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There are over 110,000 students at ASU. How do they all cohabitate?
(12/04/23 7:00am)
With over 110,000 undergraduate students, the Arizona State University “student body” is composed of people from all backgrounds and cultures. So how do all these young adults live together despite their differences?
Providing an unforgettable experience: These 4 ASU students started their own party event planning company
(12/01/23 11:54pm)
In 2022, a group of four students at Arizona State University founded "Muv," (known now as "Bounce Life ASU") a party event planning company. It would not only bring artists like Sean Kingston and DJs like Chris Lorenzo to Tempe but also could redefine how college students experience entertainment through party-planning services, featuring curated artistic experiences.
Breaking: Sandra Day O’Connor, whom ASU’s law school is named after, dead at 93
(12/01/23 4:36pm)
Sandra Day O’Connor, whom Arizona State University’s law school is named after, died in Phoenix Friday morning. She was 93.
One-third of Arizona’s workforce is Latino, yet only 8% of businesses are Latino-owned. Here's why
(12/25/23 3:00pm)
Though 34% of Arizona’s workforce is composed of Latino people, few serve as business owners and employers.
Arizona sees 230,000-person drop in undocumented immigrant population, largest among all US states
(12/04/23 2:14am)
Arizona saw the largest drop in its undocumented immigrant population among all US states over the past decade.
Estranged partner of former Phoenix resident found guilty of second-degree murder
(12/14/23 3:00pm)
In the criminal court trial State of Arizona v. Jamal Lamar Jones, a 32-year-old defendant was found guilty of second-degree murder and the abandonment or concealment of a dead body. The state’s case, which closed on Oct. 9, 2023, relied upon evidence collected by the Phoenix Police Department.
Federal court shoots down bill that would have criminalized the filming of public law enforcement encounters
(12/05/23 3:00pm)
In a legal battle that sparked debates on the boundaries of citizens' rights and law enforcement's authority, Arizona House Bill 2319, sponsored by Senator John Kavanagh, was almost defeated in federal court.
Phoenix, Tucson see mass increase in residents, putting strain on housing and apartment markets
(12/07/23 3:00pm)
The Interstate-8, I-10 and I-40, handles droves of California residents traveling to and from Phoenix, Tucson and other Arizona destinations. More than 343,300 residents have moved from California to neighboring states, notably Arizona.
Increase in residents during winter season causes strain for Surprise first responders and full time residents
(12/02/23 3:00pm)
Surprise Fire Departments saw a 361-call increase in December 2022 as winter residents moved back, requiring more attention from fire-medical departments and public works.
Drivers in these Indian Communities might soon be able to purchase special license plates
(11/29/23 8:00pm)
When Interstate-10 traffic gets backed up in southern parts of the Valley, it is not uncommon to see drivers detour away from the interstate onto the Gila River reservation’s roadways.
Encouraging student engagement: House Bill 2031 helps students find disability resources at state universities
(11/29/23 2:48am)
House Bill 2031 has helped to make it easier for students to have their disability recognized by universities and colleges.
Downtown Phoenix experiences rapid economic growth thanks largely to thriving sports scene
(12/01/23 3:00pm)
Streets flooded with baseball jerseys of all kinds. Chants of “let's go D-Backs” echo in the streets. Suns jerseys painted on the sides of buildings. Downtown Phoenix is emerging as a bustling hub of sports activity.
Locally owned restaurants are no stranger to Tempe
(11/28/23 5:27pm)
Locally owned restaurants are no stranger to Tempe, Arizona. With hundreds of restaurants in the area, it can be difficult to pick one.
Black college students express concerns about healthcare, being heard in 2024 election
(11/28/23 11:00pm)
High costs of medicines, the upkeep of her insulin pump and maintaining a balanced, low-sugar diet are everyday worries of Ta’Nia Pierre, and as the 2024 president election approaches, she worries her concerns are something that won’t be heard by the candidates.
Arizona Arab, Muslim residents withdraw support for President Biden as his approval rating plummets 42%
(11/30/23 3:00pm)
Numerous Arab and Muslim community members in Arizona withdrew their support for President Joe Biden because of his support of Israel’s military campaign in Gaza.
'I felt almost forced to move off campus': Arizona State University students criticize downtown campus' lack of housing
(11/29/23 3:00pm)
While Arizona State University has advertised its increased enrollment for in-person students, this achievement may be a detriment for students looking to secure housing.
'The rest of my life was in my backseat': Homelessness is experienced by thousands statewide, but volunteering could help
(11/28/23 3:00pm)
Elizabeth Montgomery at just 18 years old was waiting in an Olive Garden parking lot, enviously watching people eat. Her only wish was to be able to sit in a booth and have food to eat too. Food was scarce. Montgomery would rummage through half-eaten or thrown out leftovers, trying to find enough substance to last the night. This is a common reality for individuals like Montgomery, who experienced homelessness for three years of her life.
Increasing representation: 9-1-1 dispatchers to receive paid trauma counseling thanks to House Bill
(11/27/23 3:00pm)
9-1-1 dispatchers are relied on to answer frantic calls from people in need, but before March 2023, nobody was answering theirs.
Not Your Average Joe
(11/22/23 3:27pm)
Isaiah Joe has solidified himself as one of the deadliest shooters in the game. He proved this once more against the Warriors last Thursday, having a ludicrous true shooting percentage of 138% and 7 of 7 from deep. He followed it up three days later by shooting 5 of 6 from three against the Trailblazers. Over the five game Thunder win streak, he’s shooting an otherworldly 77% from long distance. No that is not a typo, Joe is shooting 10% better from three than he is from the freethrow line.