Shutdown: Parks Closed, D-M Civilians Furloughed
Essential services, including air traffic control, Border Patrol, other security forces, still working.
Report: Illegal Immigration May Be Rising Again
Decline began in 2007 with recession, tougher enforcement; new numbers show uptick since recession ended.
Grijalva, Fellow Congressman Introduce Immigration Bill
Border Caucus co-chairs aim to create new plan, saying it's time to move forward with reform.
Border Deaths Up From Last Year, Pima County Figures Show
Medical examiner's office reports 148 migrant deaths so far, compared to 125 at this time in 2012.
Congressman Grijalva Wants New Immigration Reform Plan
Immigration bill has stalled in the US House; there are expectations that it will not be voted on this year.
Upgrades at Mariposa Port Expected to Boost Nogales
Mayor, produce industry say renovations at commercial entry from Mexico will speed traffic, add jobs.
Rothschild: Stronger Economic Ties Between AZ, Sonora a Must
Tucson mayor says he's working to strengthen relationships with Mexican business, governmental officials.
Grijalva Invites Congressional Border Caucus to Nogales
Ad hoc hearing on humanitarian, economic issues; tour of port of entry on agenda for Friday gathering.
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.
Immigrant Interest in Commemoration of 'I Have a Dream' Speech
Civil rights 50 years ago, immigrant rights today: 'At core, we're talking about same thing,' advocate says.
UPDATED: McCain, Flake Hold Mesa Town Hall on Immigration
They helped get it through U.S. Senate; now stalled in House, where Republicans say it has little chance.
NPR: DREAMers, Others Help Shift View of Undocumented Migration
However, the 'DREAM 9' sparked criticism from allies, opponents for self-deporting to then re-enter US.
Epilepsy Rates in Hispanics Lower Along the AZ-Sonora Border
Recent study shows more Caucasians suffer from neurological disorder; results differ in non-border cities.
McCain, in Tucson, Urges Immigration Reform Passage
Tells town hall attendees that border security still at issue, but getting better; he sponsored Senate bill.
