Why Christian leaders put aside differences to push immigration reform
Two dozen evangelical leaders arrive on Capitol Hill Tuesday to urge Congress to pass immigration reform. Churches have been conspicuous in their support of immigration reform.
Lourdes Medrano
Tiny robots to prowl US-Mexico border’s dark drug tunnels
Border patrol is unleashing a fleet of ultra-maneuverable, pint-sized robots to explore the growing number of drug tunnels beneath the US-Mexico border.
How Mexico’s tax reforms could affect business along the border
President Peña Nieto’s sweeping reforms raise taxes on US-owned companies and other businesses. Some firms along the US-Mexico border say they won’t rule out relocating.
Border apprehensions up again. Big blow to immigration reform efforts?
Apprehensions of illegal border-crossers are on pace to rise compared with last year. While the numbers are near historic lows, they could influence immigration reform efforts in Congress.
Mexico: Border schools adjust to influx of English-speaking students
Thousands of children have arrived in Mexican schools from the US amid record deportations. One school in Northern Mexico is becoming a model for integrating this new student population.
Modern migrants pose new challenges to Mexican border towns
The US deported record numbers of immigrants over the past four years. Although Mexico provides some basic services, the influx of migrants in border towns means good Samaritans and nonprofits are having to step up.
Despite bloody headlines, Americans still flock to Mexico
Last year, a record 22.7 million visitors chose Mexico as a tourist destination, and only 7 percent of American retirees who live there or travel to Mexico have been scared off by violence.