Mesa Public Schools has attributed the loss of students to declining birth rates. Arizona's birth rate declined by 33% between 2007 and 2021.

"I want to thank you guys," Madrid told the jurors after they announced their sentence. "I know it probably wasn't easy on you guys."

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Arizona DPS says five cars crashed on US 60 in Mesa on Monday, sending eight people to the hospital, including an infant.

Officials with the Maricopa County Attorney's office say a man who was found guilty in connection with the murder of a high school freshman over a decade ago will be put to death. Per a statement released on Jan.

Mesa welcomed 5 new restaurants in December, including an eye-catching fried chicken vendor at Mekong Plaza and NY pizza at Cannon Beach Surf Park.

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The Arizona Department of Public Safety said two cars were involved in a hit-and-run collision near State Route 202 and Scottsdale Road.

Mesa celebrates Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. with a parade and festival under this year's theme, "Building Bridges: Cultivating Our Community."

Over the past several months, many Arizona school districts have considered or approved school closures due to declines in enrollment. One expert says that's a trend that's likely to continue.

Mesa Public Schools has announced that the district will be laying off some of its staff members for the 2025-2026 school year.

Tami Staas has taught at Summit Academy Elementary in Mesa Public Schools for over eight years. Now, she is suing recently elected MPS Boardmember Sharon Benson and other individuals for