Immigration

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Ethnic minorities are far more likely to be uninsured than the American population as a whole.

S.L. man impersonated immigration officer, federal charges say

A man who allegedly impersonated an U.S. immigration officer as part of a money-making scheme to help undocumented immigrants obtain legal status faces federal charges. Read more »

Dec. 21, 2012

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Census: US population growth rising again

America's population is now increasing a bit faster thanks to an improving economy, but not enough to lift growth above its lowest level since the Great Depression. Read more »

Dec. 20, 2012

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Effects of Hyrum raid that divided families still linger after 6 years

A couple of days after federal agents raided the Swift & Co. meat packing plant in December of 2006, a 7-year-old boy called the Multicultural Center of Cache Valley. Read more »

Dec. 11, 2012

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Man arrested in southern Utah charged with smuggling illegal immigrants

HURRICANE, Washington County — A traffic stop in Hurricane led to federal charges against a Mexican national for allegedly smuggling an SUV full of people into the United States last month. Including the driver, the Toyota... Read more »

Dec. 6, 2012

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Illegal immigration drops after decade-long rise

New census data released Thursday affirm a clear and sustained drop in illegal immigration, ending more than a decade of increases. Read more »

Dec. 5, 2012

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Former President George W. Bush says immigrants fill gap in labor market

As the U.S. debates immigration policy, former President George W. Bush says it should "do so with a benevolent spirit and keep in mind the contribution of immigrant." Read more »

Dec. 4, 2012

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House votes to offer advanced-degree visas

Testing the waters of what is expected to be a turbulent battle over immigration policy next year, the House voted Friday to make green cards accessible to foreign students graduating with advanced... Read more »

Nov. 30, 2012

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Republicans propose their Dream Act plan for undocumented young

Two Senate Republicans on Tuesday unveiled their version of the Dream Act, stalled legislation that would provide a path to legal status for hundreds of thousands of young immigrants, many who have... Read more »

Nov. 27, 2012

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Immigrants struggle to cope in Sandy's aftermath

Superstorm Sandy plunged some immigrants living illegally in the U.S. into darkness and even deeper into the shadows. Read more »

Nov. 24, 2012

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House to consider limited GOP immigration bill

House Republicans still smarting from their poor showing among Hispanics in the presidential election are planning a vote next week on immigration legislation that would both expand visas for... Read more »

Nov. 23, 2012

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Students to be honored for completing English courses in West Valley

WEST VALLEY CITY — Students who have successfully completed English courses in West Valley City will be presented Tuesday with the English Achievement Award. The 650 students will be recognized at the regular meeting of the... Read more »

Nov. 15, 2012

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Mitt Romney: President Obama won with 'gifts' to certain voters

Republican presidential nominee Mitt Romney is telling top donors that President Barack Obama won re-election because of the "gifts" he had already provided to blacks, Hispanics and young voters... Read more »

Nov. 14, 2012

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Census: New gauge shows 49.7 million poor in U.S.

The ranks of America's poor edged up last year to a high of 49.7 million, based on a new census measure that takes into account medical costs and work-related expenses. Read more »

Nov. 14, 2012

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Evangelical coalition sees opportunity for immigration reform

A broad coalition of evangelical Christian organizations is quickly taking advantage of an apparent move toward immigration reform in Washington and has called on the president and Congress to... Read more »

Nov. 13, 2012

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House Speaker John Boehner says Obama should take lead on immigration

House Speaker John Boehner on Friday said it was time to address immigration policy and urged President Barack Obama to take the lead in coming up with a plan that would look at both improved... Read more »

Nov. 9, 2012

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Obama's big Hispanic win worries Republicans

Omayra Vasquez blinks and does a double take when asked why she voted to re-elect President Barack Obama. The reason for her was as natural as breathing. Read more »

Nov. 8, 2012

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Obama and Romney: Where they stand on the issues

A look at where President Barack Obama and Republican presidential rival Mitt Romney stand on a selection of issues, in brief. Read more »

Nov. 2, 2012

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How penalties for illegal immigration stack up against other crimes

The penalty for entering the United States without papers is stiffer than the penalty for many other crimes, including child sexual exploitation. Read more »

Oct. 31, 2012

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Obama immigration stance locks in Hispanic support

Elizabeth Alvisar is exactly the sort of voter Mitt Romney needs. Read more »

Oct. 22, 2012

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President Obama immigration stance locks in Hispanic support

Elizabeth Alvisar is exactly the sort of voter Mitt Romney needs. A victim of the brutal economy in this swing state, the 30-year-old tax preparer has been out of work for months. Read more »

Oct. 21, 2012

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L.A. mayor wants city ID card for immigrants

Los Angeles Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa is pushing a plan to create an official city photo identification card that could double as a pre-paid ATM card and help immigrants get access to banking... Read more »

Oct. 13, 2012

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Obama and Romney: Where they stand on the issues

A look at where Democratic President Barack Obama and Republican presidential rival Mitt Romney stand on a selection of issues, in brief: Read more »

Oct. 10, 2012

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Legal challenge over Utah immigration law nearing end, Attorney General Mark Shurtleff says

The legal fight over Utah's immigration enforcement is nearing a conclusion. Utah Attorney General Mark Shurtleff, briefing the Utah Commission on Immigration and Migration Wednesday, said the... Read more »

Oct. 10, 2012

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Why Americans hate welfare and what that tells us about immigration policy

Princeton professor discusses link between American attitudes on welfare and immigration policies. Read more »

Oct. 8, 2012

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In search of hope along the U.S.-Mexico border

A look at challenges for families who live along the U.S.-Mexico border. Read more »

Oct. 6, 2012

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