Former rock ‘n’ roll assistant discusses addiction, relationships with rock stars
Chris O'Dell, who worked in the rock 'n' roll industry for many years, shared stories of her relationships with rock stars and her struggles with addiction in a lecture titled "Music, Truth and Substance Abuse."
Downtown Devil Discussion explores what public spaces in Phoenix need to offer
Phoenix’s public spaces were discussed on Wednesday evening by a panel of community activists as part of the last Downtown Devil Discussion of the semester.
Short Leash Hot Dogs starts new business concept, tests water for permanent site
Short Leash Hot Dogs is testing the waters for a future brick-and-mortar restaurant with a new permanent location in uptown Phoenix called Sit, Stay, while still serving up its fans' food-truck favorites.
Community holds second march demanding justice after Trayvon Martin’s death
Phoenix residents united Wednesday night at Cesar Chavez Plaza in downtown Phoenix at the “Million Hoodie March,” sharing the message to stand up for justice for Trayvon Martin and to bring together communities.
Five-year financial struggle, recent fire doomed downtown’s Matador restaurant
The Matador, a Mexican restaurant in downtown Phoenix, closed its doors for the last time Saturday night, ending its 36-year run after negotiations with the city of Phoenix to extend the lease failed.
Incumbent president touts record against newcomer in USGD debate
At the USGD debate, presidential candidates Erika Green and Joseph Grossman squared off on each others’ political experience and issues affecting the downtown campus.
Out of circulation, ‘Phx Bux’ coins become novelty items for downtown collectors
Phx Bux are now a rare commodity in Phoenix since this local currency went out of circulation a few years ago. They are now being collected by many people who appreciate the coins' uniqueness and history.
Bike-lane proposal gains traction with community petition
Cyclists in downtown Phoenix's Roosevelt Row have compiled over 400 signatures on an online petition calling for the installation of bike lanes on Roosevelt Street.
Community marches downtown in response to Trayvon Martin’s death
More than 150 people in black shirts or hoodies marched from Civic Space Park to City
Hall and back in response to a 17-year-old’s death in Florida last month.
Hundreds gather to protest Arpaio’s immigration policies
Several hundred students and Arizona residents marched the path suspected illegal immigrants take after they are detained in protest of Maricopa County Sheriff Joe Arpaio’s immigration policies on Friday.