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The U.S.-Mexican border fence near Nogales.

Supervisors to Reconsider Federal Law Enforcement Grant

Valadez asks for a vote to re-examine $1.4 million grant the board previously turned down
"Family reunification" versus "chain migration" has become part of the immigration reform debate.

Look Beyond Words to Facts in Immigration Debate, Lawyer Says

Tucson immigration expert advises a closer look at terms that are politically charged.
Jesus Berrones, right, will leave sanctuary at Shadow Rock United Church of Christ in Phoenix. Berrones and his wife Sonia, left, have a son battling leukemia.

Deportation of Man With Son Fighting Cancer Gets Postponed

Jesus Berrones had gone into sanctuary before ICE postponed his deportation for "humanitarian" reasons.

Pew: ICE Arrests Jump by a Third

Arizona's increase wasn't as strong as the national surge.
The U.S.-Mexican border in Arizona.

Increase in Migrants Found Dead Along the US-Mexico Border

The numbers come as border apprehensions drop.
Reynoldo Gonzales lost an arm after falling off a freight train.

Group: More Central Americans Using Dangerous Freight Trains to Get to US

Organization in Nogales reports an increase in immigrants using "La Bestia" to travel north.
A rally at Tucson City Hall in support of the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program, Sept. 5, 2017.

'Dreamer' Calls to Mexican Consulate Double, Rep Says

Many consulates are hosting workshops to help DACA recipients who are eligible for renewal.
The 4th annual Tucson World RefugeeFEST, 2012.

Refugee Resettlement Number Plunging in Arizona

The state is on track for an 87 percent decrease from two years ago.
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Grijalva Doubts DACA Proposal's Chances in House

Some in Congress question whether House and Senate can agree.
A father brings his infant child to El Rio Community Health Center for a checkup.

Opioid Epidemic; Children's Health Insurance; Temporary Protected Status

Also, a discussion about the impact of government shutdowns.
U.S. Sen. Jeff Flake at a Tucson ceremony in which he received an award in from the Arizona Sheriffs Association.

Sen Flake Pushes for DACA Resolution

The Arizona Republican says he will hold McConnell to a promise to bring DACA up for a vote.

Human Rights Group: Border Patrol Vandalizing Water Stations

The Border Patrol's Tucson Sector said its goal is to save lives, rogue agents don't represent agency.
Sen. Jeff Flake talks with media members from Arizona about his decision to not run for re-election, Oct. 25, 2017.

Flake Calls for DACA Vote

A bipartisan group of U.S. Senators wants to vote on DACA by the end of the week.
DACA not only affects immigrants brought to the country when they were kids, but now it impacts their children as well.

Decisions on DACA; Gun Regulations; the Opioid Crisis

DACA debate puts Arizona families in limbo, and the opioid crisis becomes a top priority at Arizona's Capitol.
The Homeland Security Department's wall separating Douglas, Arizona, from Agua Prieta, Sonora, Mexico, ends about two miles west of both towns and becomes vehicle barrier intended to stop cars, not people.

Assaults on Border Patrol Agents Increase Over Previous Year

Trump administration orders the hiring of 5,000 additional agents.
The U.S. Capitol in Washington D.C.

Disagreement in Arizona Congressional Delegation Over DACA Proposal

Negotiations continue in Washington, D.C. to come up with an immigration reform plan

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