Today’s news
Surprise students protest new ICE detention facility
City leaders say they were kept in the dark about the facility's opening.

Border Agents Seize Thousands of AK-47 Bullets
Ammunition found hidden in vehicle at Arizona port of entry
Haitian Asylum Seeker Dies in ICE Custody After Severe Tooth Infection
Family says his complaints about worsening toothache went untreated until it was too late.
Recent news
Mar. 5, 2026
Haitian Man Dies in US Immigration Custody with Untreated Toothache
Brother says Emmanuel Damas' tooth infection was left untreated for months before his death.
Mar. 5, 2026
Haitian Man Dies in US Immigration Custody with Untreated Toothache
Brother says Emmanuel Damas' tooth infection was left untreated for months before his death.
Mar. 5, 2026
Haitian Man Dies in US Immigration Custody with Untreated Toothache, Brother Says
Emmanuel Damas, 56, died at an Arizona detention center after his tooth infection went untreated, according to his brother.
Mar. 3, 2026
Iranian-American Woman Envisions Returning Home After Decades Away
Noshene Ranjbar, 48, fled Iran as a child but now sees possibility of rebuilding her homeland.
Feb. 28, 2026
Former AZ Prison Eyed for ICE Detention Center
Marana facility previously operated by private prison company MTC could house 513 detainees
Feb. 28, 2026
Democrats Refuse DHS Funding Over ICE Reforms
Arizona Senator Ruben Gallego says Congressional Democrats will continue blocking DHS funding until changes are made to Trump-era immigration enforcement policies.
Feb. 26, 2026
Federal Surveillance Cameras Reach Over 100 Miles from Border in Maricopa
Investigation finds license plate readers part of broader border enforcement network
Feb. 26, 2026
Arizona Senate Approves Bill to Restrict Immigrants' Access to Banking Services
Legislation would prohibit financial institutions from accepting certain forms of ID from immigrants, raising concerns about economic impacts.
Feb. 26, 2026
The Border Chronicle Co-Founder Celebrates 10 Years of Independent Journalism
Todd Miller reflects on a decade of covering border issues with nuance and complexity.
Feb. 25, 2026
Trump Doubles Down on Immigration, Voting Policies in Record-Long State of the Union
Arizona residents can expect continued focus on border security and mail-in voting restrictions.
Feb. 23, 2026
Arizona Senate Passes Bill Requiring Police to Contact ICE
The legislation mandates local law enforcement to notify federal immigration authorities when arresting someone suspected of being in the country unlawfully.
Feb. 23, 2026
Locals Raise Concerns Over Proposed ICE Detention Center in Arizona
Residents of Surprise, Arizona express worries about the Department of Homeland Security's purchase of a warehouse to house up to 1,500 undocumented immigrants.
Feb. 23, 2026
Congresswoman Visits Eloy Detention Center, Meets with Elderly Detainee
Grijalva describes heartbreaking encounter with 80-year-old detainee who is confused about her situation
Feb. 23, 2026
Angel Dad Calls for Action After Preventable Death of Son by Illegal Alien
Steve Ronnebeck demands accountability for his son Grant's murder by an undocumented immigrant with a criminal history.
Feb. 21, 2026
Video Shows ICE Agent Striking Protesters in Phoenix
Protesters allege agent hit them with megaphone, causing injuries
Feb. 18, 2026
ICE Turns Warehouses Into Detention Camps Amid Criticism
The Trump administration has purchased warehouses across the U.S. that could hold thousands of detainees.
Feb. 16, 2026
Three People Charged With Threatening Federal Law Enforcement
Suspects from Washington, Illinois, and California face charges in Minnesota
Feb. 15, 2026
Trump Administration Deportations to 3rd Countries Cost Taxpayers Over $40M: Report
Democratic congressional report finds high costs and lack of oversight in Trump-era deportation deals.
Feb. 13, 2026
Maricopa Police Chief Says Department Does Not Enforce Federal Immigration Laws
MPD chief clarifies agency's stance amid reports of ICE activity in the region.
Feb. 11, 2026
Surprise Officials Demand Clarity on Proposed ICE Facility
City seeks details on federal government's purchase of large warehouse near residential area and high school.