Gregg Leslie: A lifelong fight for the First Amendment
As the executive director of Arizona State University’s First Amendment Clinic, law professor Gregg Leslie has helped journalists navigate legal battles for decades. The clinic started in 2018, but Leslie’s […]
A good election features accuracy of results, Arizonans say in survey
Key Points: A survey shows a majority of Arizonans value accuracy over speed in election results Panelists encouraged people and candidates to learn about the election process to understand why […]
A $25 minimum wage for Phoenix airport service workers is a win for Arizona
The cost of living crisis isn’t letting up and hardworking Arizonans tell me they’re scared. I get it. Rent is soaring. Groceries cost more than ever. People are worried about […]
Charli Turner Thorne: A lifelong learner and teacher
As the winningest coach in Arizona State University’s women’s basketball history, Charli Turner Thorne has nothing to prove. After working as a head coach for 25 years, Turner Thorne retired […]
Barry Aarons: Legendary lobbyist tells all
With 55 years of experience lobbying at the state Capitol, Barry Aarons, with his signature bow tie, is one of the most recognizable lobbyists in Arizona. From starting as a […]
New law prohibits overnight protests and encampments on Arizona campuses
Key Points: New law bans overnight encampments on campus Law was introduced in response to pro-Palestinian and anti-Israel protests last year State university officials say current campus use policies align […]
Spring cleaning: Arizona’s big 3 universities announce renovations
Key Points: All three Arizona public universities provided updates for projects across their campuses. ASU plans to spend $676 million on seven projects, UofA is spending $335 million on four […]
Feds outline ‘necessary steps’ for Colorado River agreement by 2026 but no recommendation yet
Federal water officials made public on Wednesday what they called “necessary steps” for seven states and multiple tribes that use Colorado River water and hydropower to meet an August 2026 […]
Students picking up more of the state university funding
A bid by the Board of Regents for another $732 million to finance state universities is rekindling a decades old fight about the financial responsibility of state taxpayers versus how much of the cost should be borne by students.
ASU tuition surcharge, cuts in response to state budget reflect lower Arizona higher education spending
Arizona State University announced measures on Monday to deal with higher education budget cuts passed by the state Legislature. They include a tuition surcharge, cuts to programs such as the […]
2 justices won’t rule in retention case
Two Supreme Court justices who would be most immediately affected by a proposed ballot measure will not participate in deciding its legal fate.
ASU students gathering news at state Capitol, D.C
From the Arizona statehouse to the nation’s capital, Arizona State University students are reporting on the issues that matter to their readers.


















