Young Immigrant Activists Who Can't Vote Influence Those Who Can
Many young immigrant activists in Arizona have great political reach -- and impact. Yet they can't vote. This doesn't stop them from influencing the voters who can.
- By Devin Browne
- May 15, 2012
Tribe Seeks Injunction To Stop Desert Wind Energy Project
The Quechan Indian Tribe is seeking an injunction to stop a large wind project adjacent to Anza-Borrego Desert State Park. The tribe says the federal government has ignored its concerns about potential damage to cultural and archeological sites.
- By Jill Replogle
- May 16, 2012
Undocumented Track Star Allowed To Stay, But In Legal Limbo
A San Diego track star is one of several thousand undocumented immigrants to benefit from a new government policy that let’s them avoid deportation. But the reprieve leaves them in a kind of legal no man's land.
- By Jill Replogle
- May 16, 2012
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- May 15, 2012
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- May 14, 2012
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- May 10, 2012
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- May 9, 2012
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- May 8, 2012
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- May 7, 2012
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- May 4, 2012
- By Jill Replogle
- May 4, 2012
Latino Voter Apathy In A Border Town
The Latino voting bloc is among the most desired in the country. But never mind who they will vote for, nationally, Latino voters don’t go to the polls any more than most Americans. In one border city, officials say voter apathy is a problem.
West Texas Congressional Race Could Yield Surprises
In El Paso a Democratic congressman is fighting to save his seat for the first time in 16 years. His main challenger in the upcoming primary is young, well-liked and could alter the U.S. role in Mexico's drug war.
ACLU Demands Investigation Of Alleged Customs And Border Protection Abuses
The ACLU is calling for an investigation into alleged abuse by Customs and Border Protection agents along the U.S.-Mexico border.
As Need For Court Interpreters Grows, Who Pays?
More than 25 million people who live in this country have limited English. If they wind up in civil court, they would likely need an interpreter. But who pays?
Department Of Justice Files Lawsuit Against Arpaio, Maricopa County Sheriff's Office
The lawsuit accuses Arpaio and the sheriff’s office of discriminatory and unconstitutional law enforcement practices. Critics say the lawsuit is no surprise, while Arpaio says he welcomes a trial.
American Raised In Mexican Orphanage Reclaims Her Citizenship
Hundreds of kids are raised in orphanages in Baja California. This is a story of a classic immigrant tale, with a twist.
Flor Jacqueline was always aware she was a U.S. citizen, but her mother forbade her from returning to the U.S. Now 18, she has reclaimed her citizenship and is on her way to the U.S. One of her goals: help the family that caused her so much pain.
Border Patrol Unveils New Security Strategy
A new Border Patrol stategy shifts from prevention through deterrence to deploying resources based on intelligence to respond to specific threats. A Congressman noted the plan lacks specifics of how it will be implemented and how success will be measured.
Unintended Consequence: New IRS Regulation Could Hurt Border Business
The new IRS regulation will make foreign investors report interest on deposits in U.S. banks — a move meant to bust tax evaders. But critics say banks in border states will take a hit.
Report: U.S. Latinos A Strong Consumer Force
An annual report released in Phoenix on Friday reveals U.S. Latinos are the 15th largest consumer market in the world.
Mexican TV Stations To Show Soccer Rather Than Presidential Debate
Mexico's two major television channels plan to air a championship soccer match on Sunday instead of a live debate among the country's presidential candidates.
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