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Arizona AG appeals the dismissal of ABOR lawsuit to AZ Supreme Court

Attorney General Mark Brnovich tried to sue ABOR over tuition rates, but Arizona courts dismissed the case. Now, the Supreme Court will decide whether it will hear the case.

By Kiara Quaranta | September 19, 2019

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USG offers new incentives to increase student engagement

Across campuses, student government is offering incentives to students that double as a way to engage with constituents. 

By Kiara Quaranta | September 15, 2019

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ASU President Crow writes letter in support of ratifying USMCA

The letter was released by Arizona Gov. Doug Ducey as part of a campaign to gain support for the ratification of the agreement. 

By Kiara Quaranta | September 10, 2019

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ABOR revision provides undocumented students with lower tuition

The revision allows undocumented students who graduated high school in Arizona to qualify for a non-resident tuition rate, lower than the out-of-state rate.

By Kiara Quaranta and Taylor Lane | September 8, 2019

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Arizona Attorney General spoke to ASU students about lawsuits, capitalism

Attorney General Mark Brnovich attended an event hosted by the ASU College Republicans Thursday. 

By Kiara Quaranta | September 5, 2019

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Nine returning Chinese ASU students denied entry to the US

Nine ASU students were forced to return to China after being detained at LAX. 

By Kiara Quaranta | September 3, 2019

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Most claims dismissed in attorney general lawsuit over ASU property deal

A judge dismissed all claims except one against ABOR and ASU 

By Alexis Potter and Chase Hunter B. | July 2, 2019

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Will Arizona enact an abortion ban?

Some Arizona advocacy groups believe that a ban on abortion is unlikely in Arizona.

By Mikenna Yarmus-Gannon | June 7, 2019

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Trial begins in the case of ASU teacher charged with harboring undocumented immigrants

Warren was arrested in January 2018 and now faces up to 20 years in federal prison. 

By Brenna Toshner | May 30, 2019

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On campus and beyond: The political potential of USG

USG has seen a rise in the level involvement it takes on policy issues outside the school, receiving both support and criticism for doing so.

By Kiara Quaranta | April 26, 2019

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The road to 2020: Campus groups start gearing up for election season

As primaries approach, campus organizations have already begun preparing for the next election.

By Katie Fusillo | April 25, 2019

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Apology from racist club CRU was staged, according to former member

Rev. Maupin and Hamilton denied allegations that they orchestrated the apology in advance.

By Isaac Windes | April 25, 2019

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USGT and Council of Presidents at odds on Barrett fee increase

The Council of Presidents chose to support the fee increase despite resolutions from USG members that criticize its implementation.

By Michelle Zhao | April 25, 2019

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USGT appoints new senate president for 2019-2020 school year

The senate appointed Dominic Frattura as senate president for the upcoming session. 

By Kiara Quaranta | April 24, 2019

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Republican congressman decries socialism at ASU event

The Texas Congressman ended his talk by declaring that "socialism sucks." 

By Isaac Windes | April 24, 2019

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USGT calls on ASU to investigate claims about economics department

Undergraduate Student Government Tempe called on ASU to investigate claims of unethical conduct within the economics department.

By Kiara Quaranta | April 23, 2019

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The real cost of DACA: ASU DACA students face financial, emotional costs

Student organizations and ASU programs aim to provide support for DACA students experiencing various hardships.

By Bryan Pietsch | April 23, 2019

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Arizona passes ban on use of handheld devices while driving

The new law prohibits many uses of handheld devices behind the wheel unless a car is parked or stopped.

By Wissam Melhem | April 23, 2019

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ASU Prep schools could lose millions in funding over state Education Department error

The Arizona Department of Education wants ASU Prep to repay millions in funding from previous years.

By Isaac Windes and Vandana Ravikumar | April 22, 2019

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From NASA astronaut to 2020 U.S. Senate candidate: Mark Kelly visits ASU's Tempe campus

The Young Democrats at ASU invited Kelly to the Tempe campus to give students the opportunity to meet him face-to-face.

By Michelle Zhao | April 20, 2019

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