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Security officers outside of the detention center
Courts & Law

What to know about the newly opened immigration detention center in New Jersey’s biggest city

The opening of the Newark facility has sparked protests outside the fenced-in building, including from Mayor Ras Baraka.

3 weeks ago

Bucks County Sheriff Fred Harran listening to residents speak out against his decision
Community

Bucks County Commissioners meeting gets heated as residents react to sheriff’s agreement with ICE

Many residents expressed concern over public safety and community relations. Others argued that the county could be impacted financially.

3 weeks ago

Listen 1:11
Oficiales de ICE arrestando a un hombre
Politics & Policy

Un muro de protección: legisladores de Delaware buscan proteger a familias inmigrantes del escrutinio federal

Las propuestas protegerían la información personal de estudiantes inmigrantes, sus familias y de personas con tarjetas de privilegio de conducir de los funcionarios federales.

3 weeks ago

Bernie Sanders speaks at a May Day rally at Philadelphia City Hall
Politics & Policy

‘Fighting oligarchy’: Sen. Bernie Sanders stops in Philly during national resistance tour

The Vermont senator has been touring the country attacking the president and his “rich” supporters while demanding that Democrats stand up to him.

1 month ago

Listen 1:24
Many people at a protest march
Community

What to know about May Day and how it has grown over the years

Across the United States, activists are organizing rallies to fight back against President Trump’s policies targeting immigrants, federal workers and diversity programs.

1 month ago

Students walking on Penn's campus
Politics & Policy

Trump administration reverses course, restores international student status to Penn affiliates and others

Earlier this month, the Trump administration suddenly terminated student status for more than 1,000 international college students.

1 month ago

Listen 1:24
Three ICE agents outside a building
Community

Bucks County sheriff signs agreement with ICE

Sheriff Fred Harran said the agreement will “enhance public safety.” Immigrant rights advocates are pushing back.

1 month ago

Listen 1:41
An Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer is seen from behind.
Politics & Policy

A wall of protection: Delaware lawmakers move to shield immigrant families from federal scrutiny

Proposals would protect immigrant students, families and Driving Privilege Card holders from having personal information shared with federal officials.

1 month ago

Listen 1:46
A brick walkway and stone building with a Temple logo flag flying.
Courts & Law

Lawsuit challenges Trump administration crackdown on international students

The suit filed by several American Civil Liberties Union affiliates seeks to represent more than 100 students in New England and Puerto Rico.

1 month ago

(Charles Reed/U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement via AP)
Studio 2
Courts & Law

Immigration enforcement in the Greater Philadelphia Area

On this episode of Studio 2, we talk to the people involved in cases of detention and deportation and explain sanctuary status and changing immigration policies in our region.

Air Date: April 17, 2025 12:00 pm

Listen 51:16
People are held in detention wearing white clothes in an El Salvadoran prison
Courts & Law

Judge finds probable cause to hold Trump administration in contempt for violating deportation order

The judge warned he could hold hearings and potentially refer the matter for prosecution if the administration does not take action to remedy the violation.

2 months ago

Temple Campus
Community

More Temple student visas have been revoked as the university says it’s feeling the effects of federal funding cuts

“News of these revocations is unsettling not just for the impacted individuals but for our entire community,” University President John Fry said.

2 months ago

Listen 0:47
A woman stands with a sign that reads
Courts & Law

U.S. says it needs more time to provide information on mistakenly deported Maryland man

Lawyers for the Trump administration say they’re unable to provide information on the location and status of a Maryland man who was mistakenly deported.

2 months ago

Alina Habba speaks
Courts & Law

U.S. Attorney Habba investigating New Jersey governor, attorney general over immigration enforcement policy

The state's top federal prosecutor is investigating Gov. Murphy and AG Platkin over an order to local law enforcement to not help federal agents with immigration policing.

2 months ago

Jennifer Vasquez Sura, the wife of Kilmar Abrego Garcia of Maryland, speaks at a news conference
Courts & Law

Federal judge directs Trump administration to take all available steps for return of mistakenly deported man

U.S. District Judge Paula Xinis’ order comes after the Supreme Court said the administration must work to bring back the Maryland man, who was sent to a prison in El Salvador.

2 months ago

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