TUSD discusses adding immigration status to protected categories
Tucson Unified has proposed adding immigration status as protected on a list that includes disability, race, religion, gender identity and more in its non-discrimination and anti-harassment policies.
Migrant apprehensions in January lowest since COVID
New federal data shows border apprehensions at the U.S.-Mexico border were the lowest in January they’ve been since May of 2020, during the COVID low.
Kelly questions cost of using military aircraft for deportations
Arizona's senior senator claims plane used to send deportees to India cost four times what a charter flight would.
Tucson religious groups denounce efforts at mass-deportation
More than a dozen religious leaders and about 100 people gathered in Tucson Thursday to denounce the Trump administration’s efforts at mass-deportations, including the order to allow immigration agents to enter places of worship.
Legislature debating leasing Marana prison to federal government for immigration enforcement
The deal has passed its first state Senate committee.
Nogales, Son., announces 400 National Guard Members and opens shelter for deported nationals
The mayor of Nogales, Sonora, says 400 Mexican National Guard members are arriving as part of the agreement made by Mexico’s president to bolster border security.
Top AZ education official not worried about immigration raids at schools
Tom Horne does not expect students to be targeted.
Pima County to release legal guidance on federal law enforcement access
The newly released memo clarifies federal law enforcement access to county facilities and employee protections.
Douglas declares an emergency in anticipation for effects from Trump's border policy
The emergency declaration passed in a three to two vote.
Tucson K-12 schools say immigration officials still need warrant to come on campuses
Despite President Trump's executive order allowing immigration enforcement in schools, TUSD will maintain its policy of requiring a judicial warrant for law enforcement on campus.
Department of Justice stops federally-funded legal aid, affecting detained Arizona immigrants
The Florence Immigrant and Refugee Rights Project will no longer be able to schedule group rights presentations in detention centers.
Navajo Nation President responds after concern tribal members could be detained by ICE
They fear racial profiling and a lack of adequate IDs could lead to confusion during possible raids.
City of Tucson stresses TPD will not enforce immigration law
A media release outlines actions officers cannot or should not do.
The Buzz: How Trump’s immigration policies affect Southern Arizona
Trump’s sweeping immigration overhaul ignites legal battles, international tension, and questions of constitutional limits.
Arizona experts warn of devastating impact of Trump’s proposed tariffs on Mexico and Canada
Proposed 25% tariffs on imports could drive up costs for consumers and manufacturers, raising fears of a trade war.
