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Waymo Expands into East Valley with 55-Square-Mile Addition

Waymo, the world’s largest fully autonomous ride‑hailing service, will expand its Phoenix service area by an additional 55 square miles, bringing its total Valley footprint to more than 350 square miles. Riders can now hail Waymo across several newly added East Valley neighborhoods, including Gilbert, more of Chandler, and out to San Tan Ranch. With Phoenix‑Mesa … [More]

Upscale California Dining Concept Chooses Fashion Square for First Out-of-State Location

Porta Via, the beloved family of Southern California restaurants known for its seasonal California cuisine, warm hospitality and neighborhood atmosphere, announced plans to open its first restaurant outside California in early 2027 at Scottsdale Fashion Square, one of the nation's premier luxury shopping and lifestyle destinations. The Scottsdale restaurant marks the … [More]

Denver Technology Firm Completes Major Chandler Expansion

All Copy Products, the Denver-based office technology dealership, and its IT division Verticomm, announced the completion of their new 39,000-square-foot office and warehouse facility at 6640 W. Chicago St. The new facility, located in West Chandler, represents a significant upgrade in both scale and capability to match the company’s next 50 years of growth. Of … [More]

Construction Giant Breaks Ground on 12-Acre National Employee Campus in Tempe

McCarthy Building Companies, Inc. (McCarthy), one of America’s oldest and largest builders, recently broke ground on the reimagination of a 12-acre learning and training campus that also includes a hotel and conference center in Tempe dedicated to employee development and leadership training. Set to open in early 2028, the McCarthy Anchor Campus at 2100 S. Priest … [More]

Valley Bioscience Veteran Comes Out of Retirement to Launch Family Business

Glass Doctor Auto of North Central Phoenix is preparing to open, bringing a new locally owned auto glass business to the community under the ownership of one of the region's veteran pharmaceutical and bioscience leaders. Janet Spear, who spent three decades in pharmaceutical manufacturing in the Greater Phoenix area and served in leadership roles across Arizona's … [More]

Sprouts to Anchor Major Commercial Expansion in Goodyear’s Estrella

Common Bond Development Group, the developers behind some of the Southwest's most notable retail and hospitality projects, announced details for its latest commercial development: a premium, grocery-anchored shopping center in the master-planned community of Estrella in Goodyear, Arizona. Initiated to fill a retail void in the surrounding community, the project … [More]

29-Hangar Aviation Development Gets Green Light in Chandler

The Chandler City Council has unanimously approved a ground lease with a new subsidiary of Vesper Aviation, CHD Curtis East LLC, to build 29 new executive hangars for sale or lease at Chandler Municipal Airport. Vesper Hangars, the new development, will span 113,000 square feet located on the airport's northern boundary, addressing growing regional demand for hangar … [More]

Landmark Phoenix Office Tower Set for Dramatic JW Marriott Transformation

LaPour Partners has unveiled plans for JW Marriott Phoenix, a 340-key luxury hotel planned within One Arizona Center in downtown Phoenix. The project will adapt the existing 19-story, 351,600-square-foot Class A office building into an urban resort. Constructed in 1989, One Arizona Center is located at 400 E. Van Buren St. within Arizona Center, a one … [More]

780K-SF Industrial Development Planned at North Phoenix Mega-Project

Mack Real Estate Group and McCourt Partners announced plans for the first phase of industrial buildings for lease within the approximately 2,400-acre Halo Vista master plan in North Phoenix, following the announcement by Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company of plans to increase its investment in Arizona to $265 billion. The Halo Vista development team aims to … [More]

Raytheon Secures $745M Deal to Produce Missile Interceptors in Arizona

Raytheon, an RTX business, has received a $745 million contract from the Missile Defense Agency for the production and sustainment of Standard Missile-3 Block IIA (SM‑3 IIA) interceptors. "SM-3 Block IIA is a cornerstone of regional defense, giving the U.S. and allied partners greater reach, accuracy and confidence against evolving threats," said Barbara … [More]

The Small Business Talent Crunch Is Making Hiring a Global Decision

Small businesses continue to struggle to find qualified workers. In June 2026, 84% of small business owners hiring or trying to hire reported receiving few or no qualified applicants, according to the National Federation of Independent Business. That pressure can make nearby international markets appear to be a quick geographic solution. But choosing a country before … [More]

Small Business Confidence Surges as Hiring Plans Reach Four-Year High

The NFIB Small Business Optimism Index rose 2.4 points in July to 99.8, rising above its 52-year average of 98.0. This marks the highest level since August 2025. Of the 10 Optimism Index components, eight increased, and two decreased. Hiring plans improved substantially and contributed most to the rise in the Index. Real sales expectations and reports of inventory … [More]

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Small Businesses Prepare to Hire at Fastest Pace in Nearly Four Years

NFIB’s July Jobs Report shows that the Small Business Employment Index rose after four consecutive months of decline, registering 102.1 in July after measuring 100.2 in June. The current reading is above the 2025 average of 101.2 and the historical average of 100.0. In July, 36% (seasonally adjusted) of small business owners reported job openings they could not … [More]

Data Centers in the Desert: W(h)ater You Worried About?

As data center development expands across the Phoenix region, questions about water use have moved quickly from engineering discussions to the center of public conversation. For an industry built on reliability and efficiency, the challenge is clear: How can digital infrastructure scale responsibly in one of the most water-conscious regions in the United States? Few … [More]

Artificial Intelligence Is Powerful – But It Cannot Replace a Lawyer’s Judgment

Artificial intelligence is rapidly transforming the practice of law. From drafting contracts to analyzing discovery, AI tools can complete in minutes what once took hours. For businesses under pressure to move quickly and control costs, the appeal is obvious. But as powerful as these tools are, they cannot replace one essential component of legal representation: … [More]

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Passport to Latin American Cuisine at The Mission Gilbert

Nestled in Epicenter at Agritopia, Chef Matt Carter’s acclaimed Latin-inspired restaurant transforms the midday meal into an experience rooted in bold flavor, warm hospitality and connection. What many don’t realize is that The Mission’s celebrated dinner energy carries seamlessly into lunch service, where guests can enjoy the restaurant’s signature sophistication … [More]

Heat-Blocking Technology for Arizona Vehicles and Buildings

As Arizona heads into another summer of triple-digit temperatures, protecting vehicles and homes and workplaces from extreme heat has become less about luxury and more about practicality. That’s according to Rogue Films, a Scottsdale-based company specializing in automotive protection and residential and commercial window tinting. Founder Matthew Stecker says many … [More]

2026 Porsche Taycan 4 Cross Turismo

The Porsche Taycan 4 Cross Turismo takes the Taycan formula and makes it more usable without stripping out what gives the car its appeal in the first place. It still has the immediate response and planted feel expected from a Porsche product, but the Cross Turismo body changes the assignment. More rear cargo room, added ride height, and standard all-wheel drive make … [More]