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Report: Hundreds of asylum seekers face violence after return to Mexico

The report documents cases of kidnapping, torture and sexual assault.

Mexican consul in Tucson is raising eyebrows

The recently arrived diplomat from Mexico is allegedly holding partisan meetings at his office.

Refugee resettlement groups sue President Trump

They're hoping to block an order requiring approval from local government to continue refugee placements.

Mexican President: La Mora massacre investigation receiving ‘special attention’

López Obrador didn't give further details about the investigation into the murder of nine dual citizens in rural Sonora.

USDA implementing restrictions to prevent tomato virus introduction to US

The disease does not pose any risk to people or animals, an industry leader said.

Korean company takes interest in Sonoran solar projects

The two Sonoran projects will have an estimated peak capacity of roughly 125 megawatts each.

Exiled in Mexico, Evo Morales promises return to Bolivia

The former Bolivian president said the Mexican government had saved him by granting asylum and refuge.

FBI arrives in Sonora to assist in La Mora murder investigation

Mexico's foreign affairs secretary said the agents were invited because the investigation involves U.S. citizens.

Mexico will work with US after Sonora Mormon murders

The country's foreign secretary said the collaboration will mirror response to a shooting in El Paso in August.

After brutal attack in Sonora, US ambassador promises binational fight against crime

Ambassador to Mexico Christopher Landau spoke at the Arizona-Mexico Commission.

Rocky Point searchers threatened by armed group

The group was told to leave while searching for more bodies following the recent discovery of dozens of bodies.

Family of 9 slain call on US, Mexico to address cartel violence

Suspected cartel members attacked the group Monday driving from Sonora to Tucson.

Mayor: Despite grisly finding, Rocky Point is safe to visit

The mayor of the Mexican beach destination says the dozens of bodies found recently may be tied to a violent period from years ago.

Hopes and concerns over tourism investment in Mexico

The current administration has cut expenses like promotional campaigns, but officials are optimistic about growth.

Nearly 30 bodies found on outskirts of Rocky Point

A group of volunteer searchers made the grisly discovery outside of the beach destination popular with Arizona visitors.

Photo sparks increased concern over fishing in vaquita refuge

Fishermen say they returned to the small, endangered porpoise's habitat out of desperation.

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