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.
'Dreamers' Not Just from Latin American Countries
While conversations about immigration reform mostly focus on Latinos, those of other backgrounds interested.
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.
Cross-Border Killing Elicits Cross-Border Protest
Mexicans, Americans stage joint demonstration at fence in NogalesAZ Illustrated Metro Episode, March 11, 2013
Technology along border, PCC immigrant tuition, legislative harmony
Sequestration's Threats on AZ Detailed
Worries arise over local impact of automatic federal cuts set for March 1
GAO Report: 'Border Security' Definition Elusive
Tucson Sector arrests fall 68%, drug seizures rise 83% in 5 years
Ex-Gov. Castro: Mexican-Americans on the Rise
But more progress needed, especially on profiling and 'timidity'
