Napolitano says border security alone won't fix immigration system

Members of the U.S. Senate are wrangling to add tougher border security provisions to the comprehensive immigration reform package. The nation’s Homeland Security chief said manpower on the border only goes so far. 

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. 

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.

Did the Supreme Court get SB 1070 right?

Monday, the United States Supreme Court ruled on the injunction against Arizona SB 1070. The court held that three portions of the law cannot go into effect, but that one -- requiring police officers to check the immigration status of someone they've detained, if there's "reasonable suspicion" the person may be here illegally -- can. We'd like to hear your thoughts. Did the Supreme Court make the right decision regarding SB 1070? 

Two ex-Fiesta Bowl executives sentenced for illegal campaign donation scheme

Two former Fiesta Bowl employees have been ordered to pay a fine for their roles in making illegal campaign contributions. 

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. 

Have you seen SB 1070 drive people out of Arizona?

When state lawmakers passed the tough bill known as SB 1070, they were clear that part of the aim was to make Arizona inhospitable for people in the U.S. illegally.

The 2012 presidential election has brought the issue of "self-deportation" to the forefront. Republican candidates have advocated for immigration policy that would make life difficult for undocumented immigrants.

We'd like to hear from you. Have you seen SB 1070 drive people out of Arizona? Do you agree with the concept of self-deportation?

Should agriculture companies be allowed to hire illegal immigrants -- legally?

A coalition of agri-business groups in Kansas has proposed a program that would give state sanction to large dairies and feedlots in hiring illegal immigrants.

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