Border and immigration news

Mexican Protests Causing Slowdown at the Border

Jan 10, 2017 Runaway train rolls into US; protesters suspected of setting train on autopilot.

Tucson Church Shelters Central American Asylum Seekers

Jan 6, 2017 Plus, Tucson works with businesses; what local governments want from state lawmakers.

Mexico Proposes Legislation To Counter Border Wall Expansion

Jan 5, 2017 Bill would lead to review of fundamental treaties between the countries.

Tucson Church Opens Doors to Refugees Fleeing Violence

Jan 5, 2017 Church basement converted into living quarters for 50 Central American women, children.

US-Mexico Study of San Pedro River a Binational First

Jan 4, 2017 The San Pedro River Aquifer provides water to people on both sides of the border.

As Shoppers Dwindle, Korean Merchants Depart Nogales

Jan 4, 2017 There were once more than 150 Korean families; now less than 40 remain.

Year-End: Trump's 'Build a Wall' Top Border Story in Arizona

Dec 28, 2016 Immigrant rights groups mobilize after election; surge of Central Americans.

Assaults Against US Border Officers Rise Threefold

Dec 22, 2016 159 in October and November this year, compared with 51 a year ago.

Tucson 'Immigrant Friendly,' But Not 'Sanctuary,' Mayor Says

Dec 21, 2016 City Council votes 7-0 to reaffirm city's status, offers forum for where people can get help.

Storm Drain Under Port of Entry in Nogales Needs $10 Million Fix

Dec 19, 2016 City officials fear the 650-foot tunnel could collapse in the next few years.

Celebrating Lalo Guerrero

Dec 15, 2016 Also on Arizona Spotlight: Love Letters to the Pima County Public Library; The Art of Paying Attention to Great Horned Owls; Looking back on Hollywood's Golden Age "Star System".

US, Mexico Start Jointly Inspecting Southbound Trucks

Dec 13, 2016 Already in place for northbound traffic, it speeds cargo at the border.

Lower Mexican Peso Sends US Deal-Seekers Over the Border

Dec 12, 2016 At 20 to 1, shoppers are getting more bang for their buck.

Can Trump Keep Promise to Deport Criminal Migrants?

Dec 12, 2016 Some possible scenarios regarding the infrastructure and execution.

Arizona Regents to Trump: Protect 'Dreamer' Students

Dec 9, 2016 Letter from board asks president-elect to work with Congress to accomodate 'Dreamers.'

Border Rights Group: Apprehension Methods Contribute to Migrant Deaths

Dec 8, 2016 The first of three investigative reports released by No More Deaths.

Selected Archive Filters

Border,
Immigration
AZPM is a service of the University of Arizona and our broadcast stations are licensed to the Arizona Board of Regents who hold the trademarks for Arizona Public Media and AZPM. We respectfully acknowledge the University of Arizona is on the land and territories of Indigenous peoples.
The University of Arizona