All Souls Attracts Participants Beyond Local Community
One-time intimate expression of loss becomes collective cultural tradition in Tucson; All Souls weekend kicks off Nov. 2.
Activists Ask Tucson City Council to Change Enforcement of SB1070
Immigration advocates want city to explore ways to comply with state law while reducing Border Patrol calls.
Undocumented Migrant Rescues Increasing in AZ
As of end of August 2013, Border Patrol had rescued 760 migrants; 20% more than 2012, 50% more than 2011.
Grijalva Urges Congress to Continue Immigration Reform Talks
Gov. shutdown is over, Obama says he wants lawmakers to focus on reform; there is too much to lose if they don't, Grijalva says.
Jaguar Project in Sonora Working Hard to Protect These Felines
They're kept in rugged, isolated territory, where they're being protected from hunting or other human activity.
Protest Planned at ICE Office in Phoenix
Some of those who shut down deportation proceedings in Tucson last week plan to prevent federal work today, too.
Updated: Immigration Activists Protest Operation Streamline
Protesters blocked two buses filled with suspected undocumented immigrants being transported to fed courthouse for immediate deportation; 18 arrested, charged with a felony.
Enforcement of SB 1070 Continues to Spark Protest
Traffic stop and required immigration call leads to blockade of police, pepper spraying, arrests in Tucson.
Govt Shutdown Affecting Immigration Issues
Two-thirds of nation's courts handling such issues are closed or working strictly limited schedules.
Shutdown: Parks Closed, D-M Civilians Furloughed
Essential services, including air traffic control, Border Patrol, other security forces, still working.
Rothschild: Stronger Economic Ties Between AZ, Sonora a Must
Tucson mayor says he's working to strengthen relationships with Mexican business, governmental officials.
NPR: Are Speeded-Up Immigration Cases Working?
Quick trials, followed by sentence and deportation, aim to cut repeat illegal crossings; Senate's bill calls for more.
Border Patrol Uses Eminent Domain for Land to Build Security Tower
US attorney says public purpose for property taken is to ensure agency is able to properly secure border.
Tucson Wants Improved Economic Ties with Mexico
Mayor says recent trip south of border with AZ business leaders further opened eyes and minds to potential.
Proposed Barriers Along Border Could Harm Wildlife
The issue has raised flags among environmentalists, who argue it could be devastating to the area's natural surroundings.
