Public-transit experts discuss pros and cons of light rail
At the first Downtown Devil Discussion of the semester, five panelists weighed in on public-transit issues and focused heavily on the light rail's strengths and shortcomings. Read story
View ArticleCronkite School launches revamped version of combined-degree program
A combined bachelor’s and master’s degree program that was discontinued by the Walter Cronkite School over the summer has been redesigned and will open for enrollment on Friday. Read story
View ArticleMarching-band members attempt to find rhythm in commuting
For many members of ASU's marching band who live downtown, the commute to Tempe via light rail can be a chore. These students can spend up to six hours a week commuting to Tempe and back for...
View ArticleParking meters payable by credit, debit card set to debut in January 2013
A project that would allow downtown drivers the option of paying for parking meters with a credit or debit card is in the final stages of City Council approval and is scheduled to begin implementation...
View ArticleBoogud donates one wheelchair attachment to a Kenyan child for every bike sold
Boogüd, a bamboo bicycle company started by an ASU graduate as a senior capstone project, donates one hand-crank wheelchair attachment to a disabled child in Kenya every time a customer purchases a...
View ArticleRoosevelt Street redesign project remains contentious around issue of...
Cookies and bottled water did nothing to soothe flaring tempers over progress on the Roosevelt Street Redesign project Wednesday after the city of Phoenix Street Transportation Department presented its...
View ArticleBodega 420 offers market with ‘mom-and-pop’ essence in heart of Roosevelt Row
Nestled between a mixed-use vacant lot and deceptively lazy Fifth Street, Bodega 420’s inviting lawn is as welcoming as the community it serves. The converted residence is Roosevelt Row’s only locally...
View ArticleLegendary downtown Phoenix artist passes away, leaving legacy of creativity...
Jefferson Eugene Grigsby Jr. spent most of his days reading, following the 2012 presidential campaign and writing letters to his extensive list of correspondents. The nationally renowned artist passed...
View ArticleDowntown Dining: Melt
Melt, John Sagasta's new ice cream shop on Fifth Street, serves funky flavors like cucumber and watermelon-cilantro, but a lack of indoor seating makes both the frozen sweets and the customers live up...
View ArticleEditorial: Downtown Devil launches internship program for high-school students
Downtown Devil launched the publication's first ever internship program in collaboration with Bioscience High School. Ruby Ramirez, a Bioscience High senior, is Downtown Devil’s inaugural editorial...
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