Verde Investments Acquires Remaining Acres of Former Fiesta Mall Site for $24M, Plans Mesa's Fiesta Redefined Development
Verde Investments, owned by Ernest Garcia II, completed the $24M purchase for the Fiesta Mall site in Mesa, Arizona, planning a significant mixed-use project with 4,000 homes and commercial space.
Buc-ee's First Arizona Location in Goodyear Rescheduled to Open in June 2026
Buc-ee's has delayed the opening of its Goodyear, Arizona location to June 2026, though specific reasons for the postponement were not disclosed. The store will offer its usual amenities, including fueling stations and Texas-style food.
U.S.-Mexico Border Sees Historic Low in Migrant Crossings, Humanitarian Groups Warn of Increased Risks
U.S.-Mexico border crossings hit historic lows, raising concerns about the increased risks migrants face taking more dangerous routes, as aid groups work to provide humanitarian assistance.
Phoenix Man Sentenced to 3.5 Years for Role in Post-Murder Crimes, Denies Gang Affiliation
Manuel Carrasco Calderon was sentenced to 3.5 years in prison and will face 4 years of probation for crimes related to the murder of Bernardo Pantaleon. He denied gang ties but pleaded guilty to assisting a gang and mutilating a body.
East Valley Rallies Against Teen Violence in Wake of Preston Lord’s Death; Family Founds Nonprofit for Change
A community responds to Preston Lord's death by addressing teen violence and the "Gilbert Goons" gang. One suspect accepted a plea deal, while others pled not guilty. The family's nonprofit provides scholarships and CPR classes.












