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Cesar Chavez (center) on march from Mexican border to Sacramento with United Farm Workers members in Redondo Beach, California. (Photo: John Malmin/Los Angeles Times)

Mesa removes Cesar Chavez honorary plaque, street signs

United States Supreme Court building (Photo by Wally Gobetz, Flickr)

Future of mail-in voting uncertain

For one indigenous animation student, opportunity is just around the corner

A man with an inflatable chicken suit protesting in the street median on Stapley Drive on March 28, 2026.

A look into Mesa’s ‘No Kings’ protest

MCC student Evelyn Grad asks a question during Q&A (Photo by Gwendolyn Owen / Mesa Legend

Maricopa Colleges host seminar series aiming to boost civic engagement

Raised flags waving in front of Mesa City Hall

Mesa City Council to hold first election since historic November recall

Art Exhibition Showcases Native American Art

The clock tower at Mesa Community College's Southern and Dobson Campus. (The Mesa Legend)

Students transform plastic into bedding for homeless

World Journalist students work hard on a story in the Mesa Legend newsroom as Legend editor Jasmine Kageyama works behind the editor’s desk (Photo: Joseph Barnhurst)

Mesa Legend editors mentor next generation of journalists at Model UN

Representative Greg Stanton presents Honorary Consul of Malaysia Winnie Kho Kaplan and Founder of the Asian Festival Steve Kaplan with a Congressional Certificate of Commendation honoring the Asian Festival’s dedication strengthening community connections on Jan. 31, 2026. (Photo courtesy of Asian Festival)

The Asian Festival fosters community and celebration

Friday, April 10, 2026
Turning Point-backed candidate defeats Mesa councilmember in recall election
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Turning Point-backed candidate defeats Mesa councilmember in recall election

Gwendolyn Owen 11/07/2025

Julie Spilsbury says she stands by her endorsement of Kamala Harris and vows to keep serving Mesa in other ways.

Turning Point USA backs recall effort against Mesa councilwoman over homeless housing, Harris endorsement
Election News Politics

Turning Point USA backs recall effort against Mesa councilwoman over homeless housing, Harris endorsement

Gwendolyn Owen and Jasmine Rose Kageyama 11/03/2025

Some residents feel betrayed by city of Mesa Council Member Julie Spilsbury due to her political endorsements and ordinance approvals.

MCC hosts zine workshop for World Mental Health Day to help students de-stress
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MCC hosts zine workshop for World Mental Health Day to help students de-stress

Gwendolyn Owen 10/31/2025

Mesa Community College faculty they plan to host more creative wellness events after a zine workshop garnered positive feedback from students.

Federal work study change affects MCC students. Here’s how
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Federal work study change affects MCC students. Here’s how

Gwendolyn Owen 10/29/2025

The Department of Education’s new rule bars students from using Federal Work Study funds for voter registration, affecting civic jobs at Mesa Community College.

Interested in journalism or public relations? Attend MCC’s free Midday News info session
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Interested in journalism or public relations? Attend MCC’s free Midday News info session

Mesa Legend Staff 10/27/2025

Mesa Community College invites students to a free Midday News info session Nov. 12 to explore its hands-on Journalism and PR degree opportunities.

Butterflies flutter back to Desert Botanical Garden this fall
Environment Features News

Butterflies flutter back to Desert Botanical Garden this fall

Jasmine Rose Kageyama 10/27/2025

“Majestic Mariposas” is back at the Phoenix Desert Botanical Garden.

Mesa City Band joins MCC ensembles for ‘Music in Mesa’ concert
Culture News

Mesa City Band joins MCC ensembles for ‘Music in Mesa’ concert

Jasmine Rose Kageyama 10/01/2025

The concert special guests will showcase a blend of student ensembles and seasoned local musicians.

Mesa Community College showcases Arizona painter Capri Landi’s ‘In Phases’ art exhibit through Oct. 9
Culture News

Mesa Community College showcases Arizona painter Capri Landi’s ‘In Phases’ art exhibit through Oct. 9

Jasmine Rose Kageyama 10/01/2025

The exhibition features 28 abstract works designed to bring calm and reflection to visitors.

Mesa to build $12.3M Fire Station as city’s population surges
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Mesa to build $12.3M Fire Station as city’s population surges

Gwendolyn Owen 10/01/2025

The voter-approved bond project aims to improve emergency response times and support rapid growth in southeast Mesa.

Want a career in Journalism or PR? Find out more at Midday News event
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Want a career in Journalism or PR? Find out more at Midday News event

Mesa Legend Staff 09/24/2025

Discover how to start your journalism journey at MCC, home to the district’s only Applied Science degree in Journalism and New Media Studies.

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