Maritza Dominguez

Outgoing Mesa Mayor John Giles said he's been working to bring pro soccer to Mesa. Here's a rundown of the state of play for that to happen.

Arizona Republic Towns in the southeast area of metro Phoenix continue to build out, including Gilbert and Queen Creek.

Arizona Republic Mesa developments to watch in 2025 include transformations of vacant land in west Mesa, an anticipated beach project and an expanded manufacturing education school.

Developers are planning, building and renovating retail centers all over greater Phoenix in 2025, providing residents new places to shop and dine without having to drive far from home.

Mayor-elect Mark Freeman is Mesa's first new mayor in 10 years. Freeman and three councilmembers will be sworn in at a ceremony open to the public.

The town of Gilbert will usher in new leadership at a swearing-in ceremony for Mayor-elect Scott Anderson and two new councilmembers.

John Giles ran for mayor of Mesa in 2014. Now 64, he's leaving office after 10 years. He leaves an evolving city and a legacy of strong leadership.

Arizona Republic Mesa's City Manager Chris Brady will retire after nearly 20 years in the post, he announced just one day after Mayor Mark Freeman was sworn in

Arizona Republic The Goldwater Institute is suing Gilbert over sales tax increases approved in October that are earmarked to help pay for town parks and public safety projects.

Arizona Republic Gulfstream Aerospace Corp. opened the doors to a 225,000-square-foot building at Mesa Gateway Airport on Thursday.