Border apprehensions rose to a new high in July, but so-called Title 42 expulsions are slightly down
Border-wide, less migrants were subject to Title 42 than were taken into custody. Still, less than half were released in the U.S.
Border Patrol Chief Rodney Scott retiring
New chief is Raul Ortiz, who started as an an agent in San Diego Sector.
Top Mexican official says loosening of border restrictions unlikely this month
Foreign secretary cites surge in coronavirus cases on both sides of the border.
Deaths along the Arizona-Mexico border are on pace to set a new record
More than 140 sets of remains have been recovered from the Arizona desert so far this year.
Migrants from Texas being flown to Tucson
As Rio Grande Valley surpasses capacity, Pima County administrator says some migrants and asylum seekers are coming to Tucson.
Indigenous protester arrested at border wall site set to head to trial
Amber Ortega was arrested for physically blocking construction machinery at Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument last September
As Biden continues to use Title 42, ACLU resumes lawsuit against it
The controversial protocol allows border officers to turn migrants back across the border into Mexico without processing.
Mexico travel restrictions extended at ports through August 21
Despite the loss of retail dollars from fewer Mexican shoppers, trade between the U.S. and Mexico is thriving.
UA mobile health clinic bringing COVID vaccines to rural counties
It includes overseeing cross-border vaccination events offered at some of Arizona's ports of entry.
Pandemic-related struggles continue for longtime Nogales boot maker
The future of the family business remains unknown.
Nogales mayor eager to see port travel restrictions lifted
Restrictions have been in place for over a year.
Arizona ports of entry offering COVID vaccines to Mexican residents
Tony Paniagua visited one event and spoke to vaccine recipients.
Yuma Border Patrol chief says cartels profiting off migrants crossing
Plus, the sheriff of Yuma County explains his office's role in investigating border-related crimes.
Role of tech, air support in CBP’s Southern Arizona desert enforcement, rescues
The agency receives 30 to 40 emergency calls each day.
Arizona 360 explores increase in border apprehensions and migrants’ journeys
Lorraine Rivera travels across Pima and Yuma counties for a firsthand look at enforcement and rescues.
