Border and immigration news

Tucson Police Reduce SB 1070 Enforcement

Dec 19, 2014 Chief says department already gets little response from Border Patrol; will be guided by Obama's immigration action.

'Dreamers' May Apply for Driver's Licenses Monday

Dec 18, 2014 Federal judge orders state to begin accepting applications after Supreme Court won't block implementation.

Justice Denies Delay in Driver's Licenses for 'Dreamers'

Dec 17, 2014 US Supreme Court's Kennedy turns back Brewer's request; ACLU declares victory, calls for license issuance.

Mexican Peso Drops in Value, Could Hurt Arizona Retailers

Dec 16, 2014 With U.S. dollar at 15 pesos, experts say Mexican visitors are spending less when they come across the line.

Tucson Family 'Relieved' to Benefit From Obama’s Immigration Executive Action

Dec 10, 2014 Teenage son is “happy my parents can stay and have relief so they’re not always worried."

Appeals Court Not Delaying Issuing Driver's Licenses to 'Dreamers'

Dec 9, 2014 Gov. Jan Brewer takes fight to US Supreme Court.

METRO WEEK: Grijalva Supports Obama Immigration Actions; Expands Leadership Role

Dec 5, 2014 Next congressional session, Arizona's Congressional District 3 representative seeks legislative compromises.

AZ WEEK: Arizona Joins Lawsuit Against Obama Over Immigration Action

Dec 5, 2014 'This is an unfortunate setback for the long-term agenda,' Goldwater Institute lawyer argues.

What's It Like to Be in Immigration Limbo?

Dec 5, 2014 2 years in detention, now 'waiting ... just waiting': brother and sister on opposite sides of the system.

Arizona Signs onto Challenge of Obama's Immigration Policy

Dec 4, 2014 Brewer authorizes state joining lawsuit seeking to have president's executive actions declared unconstitutional.

Border Patrol Wants to Recruit More Women

Dec 4, 2014 One reason is increasing number of female migrants apprehended; currently make up only 5% of agents.

Poll: Most Latinos Support Obama's Immigration Actions

Dec 1, 2014 Fixing system is a non-partisan issue for many Hispanic voters.

Sonoran Strange: Our Captivating and Complicated Community

Nov 27, 2014 Tucson poet, artist and performer Logan Phillips releases new book inspired by the region.

Some Undocumented Farmworkers Could Benefit from Obama's Immigration Changes

Nov 26, 2014 Although executive action doesn't address them directly, many have children who are US citizens.

Grijalva: Congress Should Take Immigration Reform Further

Nov 25, 2014 Chairman of liberal caucus says Obama executive actions prodding lawmakers into more changes.

Mexican Consulate Flooded with Calls Since Obama’s Immigration Changes

Nov 24, 2014 Officials set up hotline and mobile app to help prevent scams, provide correct information.

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