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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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Airmen Save Veteran’s Life on Golf Course | Mesa News
Two Airmen from Luke Air Force Base, Captain Max Sarver and Senior Airman Wyatt Lupien, turned a deadly golf course emergency into a miracle—saving a veteran’s…
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Local Donut Saves Thanks to Community | Mesa News
When The Local Donut in Scottsdale hit rock bottom—struggling to pay payroll during a brutal summer slump—the owner Daniel Tes turned to social media for help…
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Olympian’s Pool Case Settles on Systemic Failures | Mesa News
Federal prosecutors are dropping charges against former Olympian David Hearn, 67, after reevaluating the damage to the Reflecting Pool—not as his fault, but…
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Sixteen-Year-Old Sentenced to 30 Years | Mesa News
A sixteen-year-old driver, Bjorn Keali Hartzell, faces thirty years in prison after a deadly crash fueled by extreme speed and marijuana impairment. His Jeep…
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Tragic Birthday Turned to Loss | Mesa News
A young man, Julio Angel Osife Diaz, was celebrating his 22nd birthday when he was fatally shot at a gas station early one morning—just hours after stepping in…
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Bahamas Travel Advisory Renewed | Mesa News
The U.S. State Department has renewed its Level Two travel advisory for the Bahamas, urging caution amid rising violent crime — from armed robberies and sexual…
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Arizona’s Boom for Older Generations | Mesa News
Arizona’s becoming a top destination for older Americans, with Baby Boomers and Gen X leading the migration surge — outpacing Millennials and Gen Z who favor…
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41 Million Names Honor Military Service | Mesa News
A new emotional tribute has arrived at the Lincoln Memorial: the National Military Monument, honoring over 41 million Americans who served. Featuring giant…
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West Under Extreme Heat Warning | Mesa News
Arizona and the entire U.S. West are facing a brutal heatwave, with temperatures nearing record-breaking highs and dangerous fire conditions looming. A…
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New Clues in Nancy Guthrie Case | Mesa News
Nancy Guthrie’s family holds its breath as new evidence emerges in the 84-year-old’s harrowing disappearance — ransom notes and chilling doorbell footage…
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Grandma Rises Up With Community Support | Mesa News
A Valley grandmother, Cherie Norris, is juggling two jobs to raise her four grandkids—and with back-to-school costs piling up, she’s not alone. Tempe…
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Colorado River Water Cuts Hit Arizona | Mesa News
The federal government is unveiling a historic plan to cut water allocations from the Colorado River, hitting Arizona, California, and Nevada hardest — with…
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Shooting in Chandler Leaves One Dead | Mesa News
A deadly shooting erupted in Chandler early July 31st, around 4:30 AM near McQueen and Germann roads — one person died at the scene, another was arrested…
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Lyfe Companies Builds New Retail Hub in Vistancia | Mesa News
Lyfe Companies is revving up to build Five North at Vistancia, a new retail and dining hub in north Peoria — their latest big play after successfully…
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Headphone Charger Causes Flight Diversion | Mesa News
A Swiss Air flight to New York made an emergency stop in Bangor, Maine, after smoke erupted from a lithium battery in a wireless headphone charging case wedged…
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Arizona Faces Tough Water Cuts | Mesa News
Federal officials unveil a new, flexible water management plan for the Colorado River to prevent Lake Mead and Lake Powell from hitting critical lows, with…
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Phoenix Helicopter Down in Heat | Mesa News
Phoenix’s rescue helicopter is out of commission until October, leaving hikers stranded in extreme heat with no quick aerial extraction. Repairs are being…
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Augustine’s Hidden Sermons on Saul | Mesa News
Scholars just uncovered two brand new sermons by Saint Augustine—dating back to Late Antiquity—that rewrite history: Augustine may have believed King Saul…
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Galanz Retro Fridges Recall Alert | Mesa News
Galanz is recalling retro-style refrigerators over a dangerous electrical flaw that can cause fires—leading to serious injury or death. The CPSC reports 34…
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Deputy Injured in Early Morning Rollover | Mesa News
Deputy Injured in Early Morning Rollover | Mesa News
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Arlene Smith and the Legacy of 'Maybe' | Mesa News
Arlene Smith, the soulful voice behind the Chantels’ groundbreaking 1950s hit “Maybe,” has died at 84 after a heart attack. Her soaring vocals helped shatter…
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OCOOPA Hand Warmers Recalled Over Fire Risk | Mesa News
Over 1.5 million OCOOPA rechargeable hand warmers are being recalled after lithium-ion batteries overheated, causing fires, burns, and one death. With 1,400…
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Major Freeway Closures This Weekend | Mesa News
Weekend road rage ahead: Arizona’s freeways are shutting down for major construction—Loop 101, Loop 202, and SR 51 all hit with closures and lane restrictions…
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Final West Coast Rocket Launch Tonight | Mesa News
Don’t miss tonight’s final West Coast rocket launch of July — SpaceX is sending a Falcon 9 skyward from Vandenberg with 24 new Starlink satellites, and if…
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Shooting in Chandler Leaves One Dead | Mesa News
A deadly shooting in Chandler, Arizona, early Friday morning left one man dead and another in custody—police say no public threat remains as they investigate…
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Phoenix in the 1940s: A Forgotten Era | Mesa News
Step back to 1940s Metro Phoenix—streetcars chugging, citrus packing plants humming, and cactus-shaped streetlights lighting the way. Armstrong’s Refrigeration…
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Bashas' Roots in 1920s Arizona | Mesa News
Arizona in the 1920s buzzed with transformation—meet the rise of Bashas’ grocery stores in Chandler, a cornerstone of local commerce born from ambition and…
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Phoenix in the 90s: Heat, Growth, and Change | Mesa News
Phoenix in the 90s roared to life—heatwaves shattered records, spring training packed stadiums, and the city’s skyline grew with new malls, freeways, and…
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Phoenix Rising in the Fifties | Mesa News
Step back to 1950s Phoenix—where the San Marcos Hotel buzzed with life, Phoenix College trained pilots on Sky Harbor, and the “Sunshine Unlimited” bus whisked…
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Phoenix Then: Roots of the Metro | Mesa News
Step back to the 1930s when Metro Phoenix was a patchwork of ranches, cotton fields, and emerging towns—where Bashas’ first store opened in Chandler, the Salt…
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Zaxby's Expands Across Arizona Valley | Mesa News
Zaxby’s is on a hot streak across Arizona, expanding fast with new locations popping up in Surprise, Gilbert, Goodyear, Scottsdale, and more — including a…
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Harry Mitchell's Legacy in Tempe | Mesa News
Harry Mitchell, Tempe’s transformative mayor for sixteen years, reshaped the city into a national destination—turning rundown Mill Avenue into a thriving…
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Nancy Guthrie’s Disappearance Deepens | Mesa News
An 84-year-old woman vanished in the dead of night, triggering a chilling ransom saga with two conflicting notes—one demanding millions in Bitcoin, the other…
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Comey’s Legal Battle Over ‘86’ Slang | Mesa News
Former FBI Director James Comey’s legal troubles just got wilder — prosecutors claim a social media post was a death threat to the President, but Comey’s team…
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Tucson’s 22nd Street Bridge Upgrade | Mesa News
Tucson’s south side is getting a major upgrade as the 22nd Street Bridge transforms from a four-lane to a six-lane road, complete with new lighting, bike/walk…
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Volunteers Hunt for Missing Nancy Guthrie | Mesa News
A determined volunteer group in Mexico is on the verge of launching a seventh search for Nancy Guthrie, an 84-year-old woman abducted from her Tucson…
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Grocery Groan: Contaminated Produce Alert | Mesa News
A local grocery store’s produce just got a major safety scare—fruits and veggies contaminated, raising alarms about food safety and trust in the supply chain…
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The Zone Is Back on the Air | Mesa News
The legendary Phoenix radio station The Zone, which vanished in 1999, is back on air—bringing the iconic 90s alternative rock vibe that defined a generation…
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New Council Members Spark Legal Debate | Mesa News
Four new Gilbert councilmembers, elected on a platform of slashing town spending by hundreds of millions, dropped a pre-inauguration letter outlining bold…
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Arizona Weekly Headlines Quiz | Mesa News
Arizona’s latest week packed a punch—July 24 to 30 brought major headlines that had the state buzzing. From big-picture updates to community-impacting stories…
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Arizona Freeway Closures This Weekend | Mesa News
This weekend’s road closures are major—ADOT is shutting down key freeways including Loop 101 and Loop 202 for widening work, with detours and delays expected…
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Nikki's Next Step: Inclusive Housing for All | Mesa News
A groundbreaking housing initiative is taking root in Glendale, Arizona, as nonprofit One Step Beyond launches “Nikki’s Next Step” — a pioneering community…
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DNA Breakthrough in Nancy Guthrie Case | Mesa News
Six months after Nancy Guthrie vanished from her Arizona home, a major breakthrough: DNA on a glove found two miles away matches a suspect seen on her porch…
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Foster Care Academies Under Fire | Mesa News
Inside Arizona’s top foster care group homes, Canyon State and Desert Lily Academy faced nearly 80 complaints over two years — from sexual abuse to staff…
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A/C Tips to Beat the Heat | Mesa News
Arizona’s A/C shops are packed this summer — here’s the smart trick: don’t blast your AC on max right away. Start low and let it cool gradually. Doing it…
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Corona del Sol School Rat Crisis | Mesa News
Corona del Sol High School is facing a serious rodent outbreak, with parents reporting rats in classrooms and drawers—raising alarms about student safety as…
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Estrogen Patch Shortage Hits Women | Mesa News
Estrogen patches are in serious short supply, leaving many women struggling to manage menopause symptoms like mood swings, sleep issues, and hot flashes. The…
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EVIT Student Transport Chaos | Mesa News
EVIT’s first week running its own student transport is a disaster—kids wait over an hour, some sit on van floors, and drivers vanish mid-route. After years of…
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Small Plane Crash in Chandler Under Investigation | Mesa News
A small plane crashed during takeoff in Chandler, Arizona, killing the sole pilot onboard — the NTSB is now investigating, examining everything from weather…
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Arizona’s Climbing, Storms, and Mpox Update | Mesa News
Aaron Collins is turning Arizona’s climbing scene upside down by adding dozens of new routes—while monsoons slam the state, forcing road closures including SR…
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Ranger Survives Black Hawk Down, Dies in Crash | Mesa News
A combat veteran who survived the chaos of Black Hawk Down meets a tragic end in a high-speed crash—Jeremy Kerr, an Army Ranger, lost his life in February 2025…
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Spark Surprise Launches Entrepreneur Hub | Mesa News
Surprise, Arizona is set to ignite entrepreneurial growth with the launch of Spark Surprise, a new business hub opening in October designed to empower startups…
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Tucson Shooting: Officer Stops Armed Suspect | Mesa News
A shocking downtown Tucson shooting erupted at 2 a.m. on July 19, leaving nine people wounded when a 21-year-old, David Leroy French, opened fire after a…
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Toddler Rescued After Pool Incident | Mesa News
Toddler Rescued After Pool Incident | Mesa News
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Teen Father Charged in Baby Abandonment | Mesa News
A 19-year-old father faces felony child abuse charges after leaving his 10-month-old daughter alone in a 91-degree Phoenix apartment with no AC—only a spoiled…
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New Footage Emerges in Elizabeth Waddell Disappearance | Mesa News
New video footage surfaces showing Elizabeth Waddell walking toward the ocean on Grand Anse Beach — possibly her last visual moment before vanishing in…
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Roman God of Fire Opens in Tempe | Mesa News
Step into a Roman cathedral in Tempe—literally. Roman God of Fire, an 8,000-square-foot Italian temple opening August 7, drops you into authentic wood-fired…
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Michigan Tragedy Echoes Arizona Cold Case | Mesa News
A chilling new tragedy in Michigan mirrors Arizona’s unsolved Fisher family murder case—both involve husbands killing their wives and children before setting…
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Matar Convicted in Rushdie Attack | Mesa News
Hadi Matar, the man who stabbed Salman Rushdie in 2022, has been found guilty on federal terrorism charges, adding a life sentence to his existing 25-year…
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Navajo Nation Deploys License Plate Tech | Mesa News
The Navajo Nation is deploying Flock license plate readers to boost public safety, capturing vehicle data to help solve crimes and locate missing persons in a…