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Regents to analyze tuition breaks for some undocumented immigrants

The Arizona Board of Regents expects to consider whether college students in the country illegally are eligible for in-state tuition.

Deferred action work permits could help immigrants get in-state community college tuition

Undocumented immigrants accepted into the Obama administration’s deferred deportation program may be eligible for in-state tuition at the Maricopa Community Colleges. 

Study: Legalizing Arizona's undocumented workers would be economic boon

A recent report from a left-leaning think tank looks at the potential impact on Arizona’s economy of legalizing or deporting undocumented workers. 

Pinal County Sheriff cleared of abuse of power charges

Pinal County Sheriff Paul Babeu has been cleared in an investigation into whether he abused his authority. Earlier this year, Sheriff Babeu’s former boyfriend Jose Orozco revealed Babeu is gay and claimed Babeu threatened him with deportation. 

More on SB 1070 and Open Elections Act

KJZZ’s Jude Joffe-Block explains the most controversial provision of SB 1070 and debates around the provision. Jim Small, editor at Arizona Capitol Times, explains why the Open Elections/Open Government Act didn’t get on the ballot.

Immigration lawyers advise DREAMers against haste, fraud

Under a new White House policy, immigrants brought here illegally as children can apply for deferred deportation and temporary work permits. But so-called DREAMers are being warned to proceed cautiously.

Maximum security prisoner plotted to kill fellow inmate, Arpaio

The Maricopa County Sheriff's Office says a maximum security prisoner arrested for plotting to kill another inmate also hoped to assassinate Sheriff Joe Arpaio. 

Obama administration suspends immigration court dockets in four cities

The Obama administration is halting immigration court proceedings in four cities. The move will give authorities time to review thousands of cases and delay deportation for many non-criminal undocumented immigrants. 

Preview: Life after Deportation

The Department of Homeland Security has been flying illegal immigrants caught in this country back to their homelands for years. 

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