Tag: immigration
Across Pa., feds detaining undocumented immigrants at unrelated court hearings
The study confirmed at least one recent court-related arrest in 13 counties across the state.
5 years ago
For Chesco man arrested in immigration interview, an uncertain future remains
Jose "Ivan" Noe Nuñez Martinez and his husband have been savoring what can feel like borrowed time, after he was arrested in Philadelphia last year.
5 years ago
Listen 3:49Federal government shutdown halts most Pa. immigration court hearings
The federal government shutdown — caused in part by disagreements over immigration policy — is halting down immigration court hearings across Pennsylvania.
5 years ago
Listen 2:59Philly mayor wants immigrant assistance office to become permanent
With approval and a budget the office staff could expand from three employees and a part-time worker.
6 years ago
Desert detention camp for migrant kids still growing
The facility has expanded into a detention camp holding thousands of teenagers — and it shows every sign of becoming more permanent.
6 years ago
Families with immigrant members report doing without food stamps in Philadelphia
Ever since the Trump administration took a tougher stand on immigration policies, service providers report immigrants are avoiding school visits and doctor offices.
6 years ago
Immigrants in Philadelphia want help, but Dems say wait until after Nov. 6
Seeking action on immigration promises, and warning that their their votes are not guaranteed, immigrants and their advocates have targeted incumbent Democrats.
6 years ago
Listen 1:59Proposed U.S. change on evaluating green card, visa applications could impact Philly kids
The proposal calls for looking at use of food stamps, federal medical assistance and housing assistance when weighing an immigration application.
6 years ago
Supreme Court considering case on detention of immigrants
An immigration case before the Supreme Court pits the government against immigrants it wants to deport following crimes they have committed in the United States.
6 years ago
Philly and Newark, N.J., rank among best places for immigrants to live
A new study looked at measures such as hiring bilingual staff, doing outreach in immigrant communities, and encouraging participation in the economy and civic life.
6 years ago
Listen 1:05Child victims of toxic stress face a long road to healing
Reuniting families separated at the U.S. border is only a start.
6 years ago
Push by liberal Democrats’ to abolish ICE delights GOP
Liberal Democrats have unveiled doomed legislation aimed at abolishing Immigration and Customs Enforcement, their eyes focused on galvanizing voters for the midterm elections.
6 years ago
Detaining immigrant kids is now a billion-dollar industry
Detaining immigrant children has morphed into a surging industry in the U.S. that now reaps $1 billion annually — a tenfold increase over the past decade analysis finds.
6 years ago
Trump loses effort to block 2 California immigration laws
The U.S. government sued the state in March as part of a broader effort to crack down on sanctuary jurisdictions.
6 years ago
Trump’s midterm election strategy: Bash immigrants and the rule of law
6 years ago