Politics

City council hopeful Hugo Tapia aims to bring scientific mind to Tempe

Longtime Tempe resident and high school psychologist Hugo Tapia is campaigning for a seat on the Tempe City Council on the platform of transparency and affordable housing.

By Ghadiel Navarrete | February 15, 2024

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Tempe locals react to redevelopment of historic Danelle Plaza

Danelle Plaza, a historic shopping center and urban canvas for local artists, will see a reformation in the coming months.

By Natalia Jarrett | February 14, 2024

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ASU student organizations denounce student activities bill in state legislature

ASASU and other ASU student groups released a statement condemning HB 2178, a bill that would change how student activity funds are allocated.

By Grey Gartin | February 12, 2024

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Tempe City Council funds project addressing opioid overdose response, counseling

Tempe City Council approved the second part of the Tempe Opioid First Recovery Project, which  comprehensively helps overdose victims with the help of an ASU researcher.

By Damian Goacher | February 8, 2024

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New Maricopa County sheriff promises to push aside politics before 2024 election

There's a new sheriff in town, and his message is simple: build trust. But controversy looms over his recent political party switch. 

By Mia Osmonbekov | February 8, 2024

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Jevin Hodge appointed new representative for Legislative District 8

Jevin Hodge will take over a Legislative District 8 seat in the Arizona House of Representatives representing southern Maricopa County, including Phoenix and Tempe.

By Alysa Horton | January 31, 2024

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ASU teachers' college alums, community leaders show support for extension of Prop 123

Governor Katie Hobbs announced her plan for Proposition 123, which would increase teacher pay and school funding for Mary Lou Fulton Teachers College alums.

By Natalia Jarrett | January 31, 2024

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Arizona Media Association to broadcast debates, replacing Arizona PBS

Up to 29 political debates will be organized by a joint operation between Citizens Clean Elections, Arizona Media Association and Riester after Cronkite and Arizona PBS departure.

By George Headley | January 31, 2024

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Valley Metro Rail extension to bring more riders, housing along the public transit line

Valley Metro extended its light rail service further into the West Valley two years ahead of schedule, revivifying the former Metrocenter Mall area.

By Ghadiel Navarrete and Damian Goacher | January 30, 2024

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ASU PD continues investigation on rock-throwing incident

SJP at ASU said they were cleared of wrongdoing in a rock-throwing incident at a USG Tempe meeting last year, but ASU PD is still investigating the incident.

By Mia Osmonbekov | January 29, 2024

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20-year-old former ASU student is campaigning for a seat on Scottsdale City Council

Mason Gates, a former ASU student, is campaigning for Scottsdale City Council. Gates is still searching for signatures, and is hoping his passion for the city is enough to earn him the nomination. 

By Ghadiel Navarrete | January 25, 2024

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ASU administrator collects SJP petition at protest on Tempe campus

A pro-Palestine protest organized by SJP presented a list of boycott and divestment demands to the Fulton Center, where the list was collected by a senior VP

By Sophia Ramirez | January 19, 2024

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Crow discusses student concerns and University updates at the Student Forum

The Student Forum with President Crow touched on student concerns with Rep. Rashida Tlaib, D-MI, University expansion and ASU's financial security

By Emily Fox-Million | January 16, 2024

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Meet the three candidates who could represent Tempe in the Arizona Legislature

The three candidates who are up for Arizona Rep. Athena Salman's seat share their plans for representing District 8 with The State Press.

By Mia Osmonbekov | January 11, 2024

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ASU named No. 1 public university for international students

ASU has been named the No. 1 public University for international students; leaders of the Coalition of International Student discuss their experiences.

By Sophia Herman | January 11, 2024

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Palestine advocacy groups denounce resolution in support of Israel at state capitol

Students for Justice in Palestine at ASU and other organizations opposed a concurrent resolution calling for the legislature to support Israel outside of the Arizona State Capitol.

By Mia Osmonbekov | January 8, 2024

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ASU increases tuition for 2024-2025 academic year across the board

ASU is raising its tuition for the 2024-2025 academic year, increasing the cost for in-state undergraduate and graduate students by 1.5% with slightly larger increases for non-resident and international students.

By Damian Goacher | December 22, 2023

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Rep. Athena Salman announces resignation from Tempe seat

Rep. Athena Salman announced her resignation Wednesday to focus on protecting abortion rights in Arizona

By Mia Osmonbekov | December 22, 2023

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University of Arizona announces action plan to battle financial crisis

UA President Robert Robbins announces immediate hiring and pay raise fees and the elimination of a tuition guarantee for new students starting in Fall 2025

By Shane Brennan | December 14, 2023

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State Press Play: The Crow Meeting

Join hosts Gabriella Fernbaugh and Amber Victoria Singer for the last episode of the semester. Tune in to hear reporters recount their semesterly interview with ASU President Michael Crow. In the meeting he discussed topics related to University statements, student-athletes, arts funding, ethics development and the possibility of an LGBTQ+ resource center.

By Amber Victoria Singer and Gabriella Fernbaugh | December 1, 2023

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