Avoiding common college scams this back to school season

As college students return to campus, the Better Business Bureau is outlining common scams used to target students and how to protect yourself from them.

ASU fans, students and alumni bring energy and traditions to game day
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Arizona State University football fans, alumni, and traveling Morgan State supporters gathered in Tempe to celebrate the start of the college football season and build community through tailgating. FOX 10's Andrew Christiansen was there for kickoff. 

ASU football fans celebrate return of college football season

Fans gathered at Arizona State University as football season started back up again to celebrate their favorite college team.

Sun Devil football kicks off first game of 2026 season
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With kickoff set for 7 p.m., ASU fans are gearing up and enjoying the tailgates ahead of the first football game of the season. FOX 10's Andrew Christiansen checks out what fans are up to. 

Phoenix man busted in $8M school fraud scheme for $30K-a-month Miami mansion

Feds bust 62-year-old Phoenix resident Jonathan Ballew after he allegedly stole $8 million from an Ohio school for troubled teens to buy luxury cars and rent a Florida mansion.

Unitek launches Tempe paramedic program
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Unitek is expanding its Tempe campus to launch a brand-new paramedic program aimed at training the next generation of first responders amid a growing statewide demand. FOX 10's Danielle Miller reports.

ASU vs. Morgan State preview | Sparky's Den
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Get a preview of the Sun Devils’ Week 1 matchup against Morgan State. Guests include defensive backs Montana Warren and Lyrik Rawls, along with defensive coordinator Brian Ward.

ASU hockey player in coma after workout collapse
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An Arizona State University hockey player remains hospitalized in critical condition following an outdoor team workout on campus. FOX 10's Brian Webb has the latest Matthew Mayich's condition and what lawyers are saying.

ASU hockey player Matthew Mayich in coma after collapsing during team workout

Conflicting accounts have surfaced regarding the intensity and water access during an outdoor conditioning workout that led to the hospitalization of Arizona State University hockey player Matthew Mayich.

D-backs try to avoid sweep, no primetime love for the Cardinals | FOX 10 Sports Exchange
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The Arizona Diamondbacks face the Philadelphia Phillies looking to salvage the series. Ketel Marte gets the day off, while Corbin Carroll continues playing through an injury. Plus, the Cardinals have zero primetime games on their schedule this season. Coach Mike LaFleur weighs in, and we'll debate whether the lack of national attention is justified, or if Arizona is being overlooked.The countdown is nearly over! ASU is one step closer to its season opener against Morgan State on Sunday. 

Penn State cocaine ring suspect in court
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Twenty-four-year-old Agostino Abbatiello faces charges for allegedly running a campus drug ring at Penn State. Prosecutors called co-defendants to testify.

Buckeye teacher's aide accused of threatening to shoot up her school: PD

A West Valley teacher's aide has been arrested, according to Buckeye Police, for allegedly making an online threat to shoot up the very same school she works for.

Arizona board votes to overhaul school grading
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Big changes are coming to how Arizona rates its public schools, as the state's board of education voted in August to scrap bonus points from the A-F grading system. We spoke with the board's president about the changes.

Cardinals roster cuts, Ketel Marte returns, ASU's QB1 interview | FOX 10 Sports Exchange
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Ketel Marte is back in the Diamondbacks lineup. We learn what his return means and whether the D-backs can make one final push as the postseason race enters the home stretch. Plus, the Cardinals are trimming their roster ahead of the regular season, and NFL Insider Howard Balzer reacts. FOX 10's Blake Niemann sits down with newly named ASU starting quarterback Cutter Boley. We learn about him leading Kenny Dillingham's offense and his expectations as they prepare to kick off the season.

Thousands of GCU students arrive for welcome week
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The campus energy is electric at Grand Canyon University on Aug. 31, as students arrive on campus for welcome week. FOX 10's Irene Snyder has more.

Scottsdale high schooler develops site to connect teens to volunteer work
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A Scottsdale teen who struggled to find volunteer opportunities sparked an idea to help other teens find the right opportunities for them. FOX 10's Annalisa Pardo learns more about "VolunteerHigh."

ASU professor builds giant Lego Sparky mascot
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An Arizona State University professor is constructing a massive six-foot Lego Sparky the Sun Devil statue using 30,000 pieces. FOX 10's Steve Nielsen checks out his progress, before it will be placed on Mill Avenue.

Life-size Lego Sparky statue coming to Tempe's Mill Avenue

An Arizona State University professor is constructing a six-foot-tall Lego statue of Sparky the Sun Devil for the upcoming football season.

Mesquite High students customize parking spaces with nostalgic art
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Graduating seniors gathered on a Gilbert high school campus to paint custom parking spots and build community before the school year begins. FOX 10's Irene Snyder reports.

Gilbert seniors paint personal parking spots for annual tradition

Seniors at Mesquite High School spent the morning painting personalized parking spaces with childhood memories and artwork to celebrate their final year.