Local migrant shelter reaching capacity after influx of migrants in Tucson
Last year, Casa Alitas received 100 to 175 people a day. Now, they receive 400 to 450 people a day.
Where's the new money in the state budget going?
We look at a handful of areas that will see a notable increase in funds this fiscal year
U.S. Border Patrol's new migrant facility in Tucson takes form
The agency told city officials a tent-like facility to house asylum seekers is slated for a plot just outside Tucson.
News roundup: Biden picks Harris for VP, Pence visits Tucson, no UA football this fall
Recent coverage impacting Southern Arizona, Aug. 11.
Daily News Roundup: Fire evacuations, Ducey on rise in cases, detention center accused of abuse
Recent coverage impacting Southern Arizona, June 11.
“'Rona needs to stay away!”: How a single mother stays resilient.
Also on Arizona Spotlight: Free meals for our community; and an interview with César Cuauhtémoc García Hernández, author of "Migrating to Prison: America's Obsession with Locking Up Immigrants".
Federal Law Enforcement Grants Appear on Supervisors' Agenda Again
Operation Stonegarden grant debate began in February and has been put off numerous times.
Sheriff Napier: Illegal Immigration and Border Security Are Separate Issues
The Pima County sheriff also said Operation Stonegarden and other federal grants are held up for political reasons.
Grijalva Adds Voice to Call to End ICE
The Southern Arizona Democrat said border enforcement won't go away, but that the agency should be broken up.
First Lady's Visit a Chance for Protestors to Voice Opposition
Protestors gather at immigrant children detention sites as Melania Trump tours immigration-related stops.
First Lady Visits Border Patrol, Migrant Child Center in Arizona
Melania Trump makes stops in Tucson and Phoenix during her visit.
Pima Supervisors to Vote on Grants Targeting Illegal Immigration, Drug Trafficking
The board is considering more than $2 million in federal funding for the sheriff's department, including Operation Stonegarden.
Local Officials Condemn Policy Separating Undocumented Families
Office holders from six different government bodies gathered to voice opposition to the Trump administration policy.
Congressional Panel Offers Mixed News on Arizona's Opioid Crisis
Prescribing of opioids is down, but smuggling from Mexico is up.
A Taste of Tucson History
Also on Arizona Spotlight: An update on Central American asylum seekers at the U.S. / Mexico border; using music to build community for America's homeless; learn about the traditions of Ramadan from a Tucson Muslim family
