Military presence at the Yuma border to provide logistical support
The Desert Southwest border has some military back up as the United States Marines and sailors with Combat Logistics Battalion 15 are in the area.
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U.S. military takes over border defense area in Yuma
The U.S. Marine Corps. confirmed Monday that Marines and sailors now have control over this part of the southern border.
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U.S. military to establish NDA along Arizona-Mexico Border near Yuma
According to a press release from the U.S. Air Force, NDAs are “designed to support the Department of Defense’s ongoing mission to secure the southern border in coordination with interagency and partner stakeholders.”
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U.S. Border Patrol finds drug smuggling tunnel from Tijuana to San Diego
The tunnel was nearly 40 inches high and 30 inches wide, and in some areas, 50 feet deep. It had electrical wiring, lighting, a ventilation system, and a track to transport contraband.
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‘Se Busca Información’ campaign launches to target border crime
A new binational security campaign is hitting the streets designed to get public help to identify and capture dangerous people.
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State attorneys general hold press conference at southern border in Yuma County
The attorney generals gathered to talk about how they will be securing the border through Trump’s promises.
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DHS requests 20,000 troops to help with immigration enforcement
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is requesting 20,000 National Guard members along the border, including Yuma County, to help with immigration enforcement.
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Senator Ruben Gallego hosts press call for his plan on border security and immigration reform
U.S. Senator Ruben Gallego from Arizona broke down his new border plan looking to ensure border safety.
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U.S. Customs and Border Protection details tougher penalties for illegal crossings
The message from Border Patrol is clear: Illegal entry doesn’t just lead to deportation. It could mean jail time and daily fines. Officials say the legal way is the only secure way to enter the U.S.
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Parrots, chickens found being smuggled at Otay Mesa Port of Entry
Officers found a group of animals suspected of being smuggled at the Otay Mesa Port of Entry, according to U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP).
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Memorial held honoring fallen Border Patrol agents in Yuma
The flags were flying at half-staff at the Yuma Border Sector Headquarters, where emotions ran high during the ceremony remembering those who made the ultimate sacrifice.
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Arizona Senator Ruben Gallego announces immigration plan
His five-pillar framework is called “Securing the Border and Fueling Economic Prosperity,” which is said to strengthen border security and restore order to communities, as well as bring “immigrants out of the shadows.”
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Five people charged following human smuggling operation in California
Five people are facing charges for what turned out to be a deadly attempt to smuggle migrants into the United States. On Monday, a panga boat overturned at a beach in Del Mar, California.
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DHS to offer $1,000 to migrants who voluntarily leave the U.S.
According to the organization, the stipend will be paid after their return to their home country has been confirmed through the CBP Home app.
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Guatemalan woman detained by CBP after giving birth in Arizona
An undocumented woman was detained by Border Patrol agents shortly after giving birth at Tucson Medical Center. Dozens of protesters gathered outside the hospital waving signs and calling out the Trump Administration’s immigration policy.
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Yuma Border Patrol takes down temporary processing facility
Border Patrol says the facility was set up in 2021 due to the high number of people illegally coming across the border.
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Southern border receives military backup by Department of Defense
Over 6,000 troops and personnel have been sent to the border for even more security by the Department of Defense
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CBP officers at the Port of San Luis prevent alleged child-smuggling attempt
According to a press release, the incident happened at around 3:00 a.m. Tuesday when CBP says officers came across a 23-year-old woman, who is a Mexican citizen and legal U.S. resident, driving a 2013 Chevrolet sedan and had a child sleeping in the back seat of the vehicle.
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Border Patrol hosts conference on dangers of crossing border illegally
Multiple officials, including the Yuma Sector’s Chief Patrol Agent Justin De La Torre, gave border updates on how recent initiatives have been effective.
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Larger facility to be built at Calexico Port of Entry to increase efficiency
The final phase of a $200 million expansion to the Calexico West Land Port of Entry is moving ahead after the city approved the sale of a portion of Heffernan Avenue to the federal government.
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