Walmart will anchor a major retail-and-auto development at Mesa’s new SR‑24 interchange, pairing an expansive auto mall with a 65‑acre power center. The store is slated for Q4 2026.

An Extreme Heat Warning covers Phoenix Tuesday–Thursday, July 7–9. Expect highs above 110°F and little nighttime relief.

NWS warns of dangerous heat July 7–9; highs expected in the low-to-mid 110s with little nighttime relief.

San Diego chain Best Pizza & Brew has opened its first Arizona location in downtown Chandler, serving Detroit‑style pans, build‑your‑own pies and a full tap list. Locals have already been lining up for slices and specialty pies.

A handful of Phoenix‑area headquarters pushed statewide public‑company revenue up about 12% in 2025, the Phoenix Business Journal's ranking shows. Large miners and service firms did the heavy lifting.

Phoenix is already in the upper 70s this morning; expect highs near 106°F Friday and little overnight relief with lows in the 80s. Cooling centers are available.

A new Sonoita label from Brett Wagner rolled out a tannat-led first release and is booking private barrel tastings by appointment.

Maricopa County inspectors cited nine Metro Phoenix stores for priority food-safety violations the week of June 15, forcing discarded food and repairs at several grocers.

Scottsdale council will decide whether Old Town Tavern can open its expanded space after a zoning dispute over dozens of required parking spots. The owner says in‑lieu fees and licensing changes are forcing a rework.

A state WARN filing shows Ingram Micro Services will close its Chandler facility and lay off about 75 workers as the company reorganizes operations. The notice says the move is intended to "optimize operations" and better serve customers.

An East Valley attorney was arrested and now faces four felony counts after police say he secretly recorded women inside their homes. The case adds to a string of hidden-camera probes in Mesa.

Shaka Dogs brings taro-bunned puka dogs and neon dirty sodas to Grand Avenue. Island flavors meet Phoenix street-food sensibilities.

A judge set an early‑November trial in the hit‑and‑run that killed three UA students; defense lawyers say the timetable will be hard to meet as forensics and reconstructions continue.