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Mesa News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Hosted by Corey with the Story, Mesa News Today delivers fast, focused daily updates on the stories shaping Mesa—from local news and business to culture, sports, and community developments. Designed for quick, on-the-go listening, each episode brings you up to speed in minutes. Produced by AI for speed, consistency, and global scale, the show is part of The Daily News Now network—bringing local news to every city in the world and keeping communities connected. Mesa News Today is your daily…
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Workplace Tragedy, Plane Crash, and Hollywood Struggle | Mesa News
A Costco worker in Issaquah, Washington, faces charges after allegedly running over a coworker in a fit of anger and jealousy. In Arizona, a plane crash near…
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Mexico’s Cruise Fees Just Got More Expensive | Mesa News
Mexico’s cruise ports are hiking fees for foreign visitors—starting August 1, the charge jumps from $5 to $10 per passenger at popular spots like Cabo San…
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Tasia Fortune’s Tragic Death in Mississippi | Mesa News
A chilling discovery in Jackson, Mississippi: 29-year-old mother Tasia Fortune found hanging outside an abandoned home, sparking renewed concern after two…
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Three Missing on Muskegon River | Mesa News
Three cousins vanish during a tubing trip on Michigan’s Muskegon River, stranded for three days after their tubes burst—only to be found in dire condition…
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Home Depot CEO Takes Medical Leave | Mesa News
Home Depot’s top exec Ted Decker is taking a temporary medical leave, with two trusted leaders stepping in to keep operations running smoothly—Ann-Marie…
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Defense Challenges Death Penalty in Kirk Case | Mesa News
Tyler Robinson’s defense is mounting a legal challenge to keep the death penalty off the table, arguing prosecutors haven’t met the burden of proof for the…
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Mieko’s Legacy Lives On | Mesa News
A fighter who defied cancer and championed others through the Coalition of Blacks Against Cancer, Mieko Vernon was tragically killed in a small plane crash—her…
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Glendale’s Wild Roots and Growth | Mesa News
Back in 1910, Glendale was a wild frontier town with unpaved streets, horse-drawn traffic, and a two-story Gillett Building housing a pet wildcat for security…
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Queen Creek Roots in the 1920s and 30s | Mesa News
Step back to the 1920s and 30s in Queen Creek, Arizona, where citrus groves took root, irrigation systems were born, and small-town life flourished. Discover…
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Tempe Through Vintage Eyes | Mesa News
Step back in time with a visual journey through Tempe’s rich history, from late 1800s elegance and railroad crossings to early 1900s cotton fields and…
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Chandler's Hidden Founding Day | Mesa News
Chandler, Arizona, officially launched on May 16, 1912, not 17—when Dr. A.J. Chandler opened his land office and drew crowds eager to stake their claim…
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Arizona Center's Evolution Through Phoenix | Mesa News
In 1989, Phoenix’s downtown got a bold new heartbeat with the groundbreaking of the Arizona Center—a six-block development that brought palm trees from…
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Gilbert’s Water Future is Secured | Mesa News
Gilbert’s gearing up for a major water upgrade at the Greenfield Water Reclamation Plant, boosting daily treatment capacity by four million gallons to meet…
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Jesse Fred’s Death in Custody | Mesa News
A 42-year-old man named Jesse Fred was found unresponsive and bleeding behind a bush, with officers struggling to rouse him before cuffing him. When paramedics…
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Endangered Jaguar Spotted Near Border | Mesa News
A rare jaguar spotted near the Arizona-Mexico border is sparking excitement among conservationists — a potential sign that this endangered species is making a…
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Teen’s Body Found After Disappearing | Mesa News
A chilling murder case unfolds as 19-year-old Julissa Rubi Salazar is found dead in her Tucson apartment, allegedly by her boyfriend, 20-year-old Varun…
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Flock AI Under Fire in Phoenix | Mesa News
Three Phoenix-area police departments this week are investigating potential misuse of the Flock AI license plate reader system, with one Goodyear officer on…
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Plane Crash in Mazatzal Wilderness | Mesa News
A tragic plane crash in the remote Mazatzal Wilderness near Payson claims the lives of 75-year-old Brad Lawrence and 19-year-old Carter Buckner. Authorities…
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Parents Arrested for Leaving Kids in 108 Degree Heat | Mesa News
In Glendale, a scorching 108-degree night turned deadly when parents Ryan and May Mullin were arrested for allegedly endangering their kids by walking them…
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Couple Caught Flipping Stolen Library Books | Mesa News
Mesa police busted a couple, Ian and Athena Bartlett, for allegedly stealing and selling thousands of dollars worth of library books—over 6,200 bucks in…
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Hot News from AZ and Beyond | Mesa News
Governor Katie Hobbs picks John Giles as her running mate, igniting the election race. In Glendale, a couple faces felony child abuse charges for allegedly…
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Julia Child’s Kitchen Revolution | Mesa News
Step into Julia Child’s world at the Arizona Science Center’s new exhibit “Julia Child: A Recipe for Life” — where you can touch her pots, smell her dishes…
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Mayor’s Ticket Dismissed Due to Service Issues | Mesa News
Scottsdale’s mayor, Lisa Borowsky, got a $344 speeding ticket for going 58 mph in a 40 mph zone—but the case was quietly dismissed after authorities couldn’t…
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Sage Creek Survives Double Storms | Mesa News
Sage Creek in Avondale is reeling from back-to-back storms that turned neighborhoods into disaster zones—first a violent microburst-like wind event shattered…
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Phoenix Storms Bring Rain and Power Outages | Mesa News
Phoenix took a beating from overnight storms that brought down trees, sparked power lines, and left thousands without electricity—damage concentrated in north…
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Phoenix Monsoon Drops Heavy Rain | Mesa News
Phoenix got drenched with up to two inches of rain, mostly in the north side and West Valley—where storms dumped uneven, heavy downpours over three days…
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ICE to Deploy Shock Gloves for Compliance | Mesa News
ICE is set to spend up to $20 million on a new kind of tactical glove—G.L.O.V.E.—designed to deliver a painful but brief electric shock to subdue resisting…
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Toyota Camry Hybrid Recall Alert | Mesa News
Toyota’s recalling over 500,000 newer Camry Hybrids from 2025 and 2026 after discovering a critical flaw: the instrument panel display can randomly shut off…
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Son Suspected in Parents' Fatal Burial | Mesa News
Two bodies found buried in a Litchfield Park backyard have been identified as Hector and Larissa Flores, sparking a chilling investigation. Authorities…
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France Bans Unsolicited Sales Calls | Mesa News
France just cracked down on telemarketing chaos with a new law that bans unsolicited sales calls unless you explicitly give permission — and you can revoke…
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Tesla Recalls 20K Model 3 and Y Vehicles | Mesa News
Tesla’s recalling 20,349 Model 3 and Model Y vehicles—here’s why it matters and what drivers need to know. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow…
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High-Speed Chase Ends in LA | Mesa News
High-Speed Chase Ends in LA | Mesa News
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AI Gardening in the Heat | Mesa News
When the heat hits 120 degrees, your garden’s survival depends on smart moves — and now, AI’s stepping in to help. At the Desert Botanical Garden, horticulture…
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Flores Family Tragedy and Missing Son | Mesa News
A chilling discovery in Litchfield Park has rocked the community: the bodies of Hector and Larissa Flores were found buried in their backyard, prompting…
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FBI and NCAA Protect Athletes from Cyber Predators | Mesa News
FBI and NCAA join forces to protect college athletes from online predators exploiting their rising fame and NIL deals—scammers use urgent phishing scams to…
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Tempe Halts License Plate Data Sharing | Mesa News
Tempe’s city council has shut down data sharing from its automated license plate readers, citing privacy concerns and recent misuse scandals in other…
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Fraternity Hazing Led to Death | Mesa News
A former fraternity brother has pleaded guilty to hazing that led to the death of an 18-year-old NAU student, Colin Martinez, who died from alcohol poisoning…
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Tempe Ends Flock Data Sharing | Mesa News
Tempe is shutting down Flock’s national ALPR data-sharing program, keeping the cameras but cutting off law enforcement access, launching a public transparency…
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Sugar-Fueled Plastics That Compost | Mesa News
Scientists are brewing a plastic revolution using sugar and microbes to create compostable PHAs that vanish in six months—no more microplastics choking oceans…
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Community Colleges Lead in Value | Mesa News
Community colleges are delivering unbeatable value—state technical schools like Missouri’s top the charts with high earnings, low debt, and stellar graduation…
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Tortilla Flat Arizona’s Last Stagecoach Town | Mesa News
Tortilla Flat, Arizona, the last surviving original stagecoach town in the U.S., still pulses with Old West magic—built in 1906 for dam workers, it’s survived…
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Phoenix Then: A Visual Time Travel | Mesa News
Step back in time with a stunning visual journey through historic Phoenix—where adobe villages met horse-drawn trolleys and early businesses laid the…
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Arizona's Ghost Towns Through Time | Mesa News
Arizona’s ghost towns whisper tales of the past—rustic relics like Two Guns’ roadside zoo, Sasco’s haunting Rockland Hotel, and Vulture City’s mining ghosts…
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Phoenix in 1950: Growth and Community | Mesa News
In 1950, Phoenix buzzed with change—produce stands lined busy corners, Western wear sold at The American Fabric House, and the family-run Snappy Grill opened…
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Arizona's Historic Hotels Shine Again | Mesa News
Arizona’s vintage hotels are making a comeback—think Camelback Inn, Wigwam Resort, and Hotel Adams. Built over a century ago, these weren’t just places to…
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Small Plane Crash Near Payson | Mesa News
Small Plane Crash Near Payson | Mesa News
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Major Beef Recall Alert from Argentina | Mesa News
Thirty thousand pounds of raw Argentine beef is being recalled after failing to meet U.S. food safety standards—specifically, it skipped required reinspections…
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Dutch Bros Battles for Salad and Go Sites | Mesa News
Salad and Go, Arizona’s quirky drive-thru salad chain, is shutting down after filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy—just as Dutch Bros swoops in to buy 65 locations…
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Whatnot’s $545M Boost and AI Push | Mesa News
Whatnot, the live-streaming e-commerce giant born in a Phoenix garage, just landed $545 million in funding—boosting its valuation to nearly $20 billion. With…
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Phoenix in 1968: Change and Conservation | Mesa News
Step back to 1968 in metro Phoenix—when traffic safety mattered at Monterey Park School, Spanish Village opened in Carefree, and Jaycees parades battled the…
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Man Wanted in Arizona Double Burial Case | Mesa News
A 27-year-old man, Matthew Flores, is wanted by U.S. Marshals and the FBI after two bodies were found buried at his parents’ home in Litchfield Park —…
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SpaceX Starlink Launch Tonight | Mesa News
SpaceX is preparing for a Falcon 9 launch from Vandenberg Space Force Base to deploy 24 Starlink satellites, with a prime window at 7 PM Pacific Time—perfect…
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Mayor’s Ticket Dismissed by Legal Loophole | Mesa News
Scottsdale Mayor Lisa Borowsky dodged a $334 speeding ticket after authorities failed to properly serve her—despite three delivery attempts between December…
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Puerco Valley Fire District in Crisis | Mesa News
Puerco Valley Fire District, near the New Mexico border, is in crisis after filing for bankruptcy and halting emergency responses—triggered by Apache County…
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Mesa PD and FBI Launch Safe Streets Task Force | Mesa News
Mesa PD has launched a new joint initiative with the FBI called the Safe Streets Task Force, aimed at aggressively targeting violent offenders to maintain…
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Pima Air and Space Museum Deep Dive | Mesa News
Step into aviation history at the Pima Air and Space Museum in Tucson, where 400+ aircraft span from vintage flying boats to NASA’s SOFIA observatory and…
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DNA Solves 42-Year Cold Case | Mesa News
A 73-year-old man, David Kizziar, just received a life sentence for murdering 22-year-old Aimee See in an abandoned mortuary back in 1984 — a case that went…
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Duckpin Bowling Coming to Gilbert | Mesa News
Duckpin bowling is coming to downtown Gilbert — a quirky, family-friendly twist on the classic game with six lanes, no special shoes, and a full bar, all…
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Monsoon Storms Hit Valley Hard | Mesa News
Monsoon Storms Hit Valley Hard | Mesa News
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Arizona Governor Under Fire Over Rate Hike | Mesa News
Arizona’s Governor Katie Hobbs faces mounting scrutiny over a 30% rate hike for Sunshine Residential—a contractor providing critical foster care services—just…