The Hotel San Carlos in downtown Phoenix benefits from this seasonal increase in business because the establishment’s history has given it the reputation of being haunted. The hotel’s exposure and revenue peaks during this time of year thanks to Ghosts of Phoenix Tours, which allows tourists to experience firsthand some of the paranormal activity the hotel has to offer.

With hectic schedules and Halloween less than a week away, Phoenicians have a lot of events to cover in a very limited amount of time. Just around the Valley, there are over 20 haunted houses, about nine pumpkin patches and countless Halloween Eve celebrations, all claiming to be the best in Arizona.

To kick off Homecoming week students on ASU's Downtown campus had the opportunity to give up their hair for the "Locks of Love and Goin’ Bald for Bucks" fundraiser on Monday. The fundraiser was held to raise awareness and raise money for cancer patients who have lost their hair and are in need of wigs.

After heavy debate and discussion, the ASASUD Senate voted to approve a funding request of $45,938.10 by Downtown student recreation.

The ASU College of Nursing and Health Innovation is taking steps toward a healthier Arizona with its participation in this year’s homecoming parade with the Make Just 1 Healthy Lifestyle Change initiative and its involvement in Healthy Arizona Now.