Tucson Sector sees lowest migrant apprehensions in more than 4 years
December migrant apprehensions in Tucson Sector hit four-year low, dropping to just one-tenth of last year's record highs.
Members of Congress ask DHS to halt use of AI in immigration decisions
Letter asks DHS to explain AI use.
Experts question feasibility of Trump's mass deportation promise
President-elect Donald Trump has repeatedly said he is quickly going to deport huge numbers of people when he takes office. But immigration and economic experts say his plan is still unclear and likely not possible.
Congress required Biden Administration's sale of border wall materials
Some Republican are upset that the Biden administration is moving unused border wall materials out of the Arizona borderlands.
The Buzz: Tariffs and Southern Arizona's Economy
With the promise of import taxes, will major industries in our area be affected?
Portion of women dying crossing the U.S.-Mexico border into Arizona increase in 2024
The percentage of women who have died crossing the border into Arizona has increased this year, even as the total number of human remains found has slightly declined.
Arizona man indicted for ammo smuggling into Mexico, assault on a federal officer
A federal grand jury in Tucson indicted a U.S. citizen from Rio Rico who attempted to smuggle more than 3,000 rounds of ammunition into Mexico through the Nogales port of entry and was shot after he attempted to flee.
Final election results show Arizona voter turnout declined, while abortion and border security ballot measures see broad support across party lines
Only Pinal County saw an increase in turnout.
Trump’s proposed tariffs could spike U.S. grocery prices, industry experts warn
A 25% tariff on Mexican goods could have a ripple effect on U.S. produce prices and businesses.
Study shows border wall cuts wildlife crossings by 86%
A new study shows that the U.S.-Mexico border wall drastically reduced wildlife connectivity, especially large mammals such as black bears, deer, and wild turkeys.
New Border Patrol chief talks challenges, wins in the Tucson Sector
AZPM’s Danyelle Khmara interviewed Tucson Sector Border Patrol Chief Sean McGoffin about migrant trends, desert dangers, smuggling, and policy changes across administrations.
Migrant apprehensions remain low at U.S.-Mexico border
Federal data shows that migrant apprehensions in the Tucson sector remain low following Biden's June asylum restrictions.
Hobbs touts progress at border; says she will continue work under Trump
Gov. Katie Hobbs says administration supported federal agencies seizure of more than 6 million fentanyl pills and over 1,400 pounds of other drugs, pledges ongoing border security efforts.
New poll: Latinos lean Democratic despite Trump win
A new poll finds that Latino voters in Arizona rated issues at the U.S.-Mexico border as carrying less importance than what polls on broader demographics suggest.
Arizona’s border security prop headed toward passing
Arizona’s border security Proposition 314 was headed toward passing with more than 60 percent of the vote Tuesday night.
