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Speakers at a meeting about legal rights of refugees, immigrants and citizens of diverse backgrounds in Tucson, January 2017.

Part 1: Diverse Alliances in Tucson Immigrant and Refugee Community

The impact in Southern Arizona of Trump's executive orders.
Somali Refugee Women entering the offices of the International Rescue Committee in Tucson.

Banning Vetted Refugees Puts Them In Harm's Way, Advocate Says

Lives can be lost if they are blocked from coming to the U.S. despite receiving prior approval.
Overlooking the Tucson city skyline at night.

Tucson Officials Ready Themselves for 'Sanctuary' Fight

$100M in federal funds could be at stake for the city.
Crime scene tape

Tucson Police Chief: 'Sanctuary' Ban Won't Work

Magnus says police relations with community important to force's mission.

The Fearless Jazz of Dee Dee Bridgewater

Also on Arizona Spotlight: Two local churches make room for Central American refugees; electronic music emerges from virtual space in Tucson; and an overview of the 2017 Tucson Jewish International Film Festival.
The Tucson City Council meets Dec. 2 after swearing in reelected members Karin Uhlich, Richard Fimbres and Steve Kozachik. Councilman Paul Cunningham is absent.

Tucson 'Immigrant Friendly,' But Not 'Sanctuary,' Mayor Says

City Council votes 7-0 to reaffirm city's status, offers forum for where people can get help.
Tucson City Council voted to ask Sun Tran management to "make every effort" to end the strike immediately on Wednesday, Sept. 9, 2016.

Tucson Politicians: Push Is on to Be Immigrant Friendly City

City Council will vote on resolution, stopping short of calling city a sanctuary.

Border Concerns Extend Beyond Southern Arizona

Plus, the state of mental health in our jails and a proposal to increase the city sales tax.
Arizona applicants for Deferred Action for Deportation, in September 2012.

UA Immigrant Dreamer: 'I Am Back to a State of Uncertainty'

President-elect vowed to reverse Obama action temporarily blocking deportation.

Tucson Museum of Art Wins $93K Grant for Refugees

Programs will focus on creative expression and English-language acquisition.
AZPM provides in-depth local and national coverage of the 2016 elections.

Fighting over Arizona: Donald Trump Vs. Hillary Clinton

Plus: A breakdown of Arizona's primary election.
The Los Angeles County coroner’s office, one of the biggest and busiest in the country

69 Dead in Border Desert This Year, on Pace of Trend

Identifying remains is big task at Pima County Medical Examiner's Office.

Tucson Samaritans Offer Food, Water to Migrants in Desert

Stories of people dying in the desert prompted effort to help.

Sizzle & Sass with Jazz Singer Natalie Douglas

Also on Arizona Spotlight: Welcoming New Americans; Dímelo's StorySLAM gets Tusconans talking about "belonging".

Central American Women Abused, Tucson Official Says

Women fear deportation if they report problems; men use that as means of control.
Art Del Cueto, Border Patrol union official.

Union Official: Tucson Border Patrol Polygraph Use Flawed

Union says recruits being subjected to 'judge, jury executioner' treatment.

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