Researchers calculate what an immigration arrest costs a family
Out-of-pocket expenses and future earning losses could total more than $24,000.
Sandra Cisneros on being an "extroverted introvert."
Also on Arizona Spotlight: How the Prison Education Project offers inmates a chance to learn about the universe.
Some border drug screening devices can't detect low purity fentanyl
The gadgets, which cost $26 million, can't pick up the drug if the purity is less than 10%, a report says.
"Everyone has a coming-of-gender story." - Jacob Tobia
Also on Arizona Spotlight: Tucson Modernism Week honors the legacy of architect Judith Chafee; and three films that expose realities of the immigrant experience.
Douglas is turning to tourism for an economic boost
The city is conducting tours twice a month in the community.
Border apprehensions drop as immigration crackdown continues
Numbers traditionally decline in hot months and rebound when weather cools, though officials say enforcement strategies have led to results.
Border Patrol agent dies during search in remote area
The FBI is leading the investigation into the agent's death south of Patagonia.
Animal-masked artists protest construction of border wall
A group of Tucson artists staged an art performance near Lukeville last Sunday.
Work beginning on new border wall in Cochise County
Police chiefs in Douglas and Agua Prieta share how current infrastructure impacts public safety in their cities.
Border Patrol Chief Carla Provost discusses the agency's challenges
Provost also talks about her early career, which started in Douglas.
Mexican National Guard steps up presence at country’s northern border
The Arizona Republic's Rafael Carranza explains the impact of the deployment.
Border Patrol chief, new wall construction, Flores Settlement Agreement
Plus, the healing role of art at Casa Alitas' shelter for migrants.
Pence pushes new NAFTA in Green Valley
In a visit Thursday, the Vice President urged locals to push for passage of the USMCA agreement.
Border wall construction in Arizona moves ahead
Preparations for more construction are underway near Douglas and on the San Pedro River.
Gov Ducey urges Congress to pass USMCA
The Arizona governor also discussed border security, Tucson's sanctuary city initiative and education funding.
