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Arizona’s Sonoran Chub at risk as border wall blocks critical streamflow

Threatened fish species faces threats from border infrastructure.

Sheriff Nanos says he will not enforce federal Laken Riley Act

Pima County Sheriff Chris Nanos says he does not plan any changes if the bill becomes law, which would require federal officials to detain undocumented migrants arrested for minor crimes.

Federal prosecutions in Arizona up 71% in 2024 for unauthorized border crossings

New data from the U.S. Attorney’s Office District of Arizona shows that the number of people being prosecuted for entering the country illegally increased by 71% in 2024.

Governor Katie Hobbs targets school voucher reform and accountability in State of the State Address

Hobbs outlines 2025 plans for housing, childcare, education reform, water security, and public safety.

The Buzz: Previewing the 2025 legislative session

We speak with leaders from each party about their priorities for the session.

Ruben Gallego becomes first Latino U.S. Senator from Arizona

Gallego will serve on the Banking, Veterans Affairs, Homeland Security, and the Energy and Natural Resources committees.

Migrant help center brace for deportations under President-elect Trump

President-elect Donald Trump has promised mass deportation when he takes office, but in the absence of a clear plan, organizations that serve migrants are doing what they can to prepare.

In Arizona, support for mass deportation varies

Immigration and border security were top election issues that will carry into the new year.

Tucson Sector sees lowest migrant apprehensions in more than 4 years

December migrant apprehensions in Tucson Sector hit four-year low, dropping to just one-tenth of last year's record highs.

Congress required Biden Administration's sale of border wall materials

Some Republican are upset that the Biden administration is moving unused border wall materials out of the Arizona borderlands.

The Buzz: Tariffs and Southern Arizona's Economy

With the promise of import taxes, will major industries in our area be affected?

Portion of women dying crossing the U.S.-Mexico border into Arizona increase in 2024

The percentage of women who have died crossing the border into Arizona has increased this year, even as the total number of human remains found has slightly declined.

Arizona man indicted for ammo smuggling into Mexico, assault on a federal officer

A federal grand jury in Tucson indicted a U.S. citizen from Rio Rico who attempted to smuggle more than 3,000 rounds of ammunition into Mexico through the Nogales port of entry and was shot after he attempted to flee.

Trump’s proposed tariffs could spike U.S. grocery prices, industry experts warn

A 25% tariff on Mexican goods could have a ripple effect on U.S. produce prices and businesses.

Study shows border wall cuts wildlife crossings by 86%

A new study shows that the U.S.-Mexico border wall drastically reduced wildlife connectivity, especially large mammals such as black bears, deer, and wild turkeys.

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