Power Outage at Tucson Mobile-Home Park Leads to Heat-Related Death Amidst Fear Among Residents
USBP agents in El Paso, TX, arrested a confirmed member of the Venezuelan gang Tren de Aragua * Over 1.5 million fentanyl pills were seized in 4 days by CBP officers at the Nogales POE
Power Outage at Tucson Mobile-Home Park Leads to Heat-Related Death Amidst Fear Among Residents
By Yana Kunichoff and John Washington, Arizona Luminaria.- Residents of the Hummingbird Harvest mobile-home park in Tucson, Arizona, are living in fear of another power outage after an 11-day blackout during peak summer temperatures led to the heat-related death of 70-year-old Paul Dacon. The outage occurred from July 14-25, coinciding with record-high temperatures that soared above 105 degrees. The absence of electricity-disabled air conditioning units is crucial for combatting extreme heat, particularly in mobile homes with poor insulation and heat retention. Dacon was found deceased in his house, with the Pima County Medical Examiner citing environmental heat exposure as a contributing factor. This incident has heightened concerns among the park's residents about the lack of adequate response and infrastructure to prevent future tragedies.
Governor Vetoes Bill to Employ Undocumented Students at California Colleges
Teresa Watanabe and Laurel Rosenhall, The Los Angeles Times.- Governor Gavin Newsom has vetoed a bill that would have allowed undocumented students to work at California's public colleges, citing legal risks. The vetoed legislation, aimed at expanding opportunities for approximately 55,000 undocumented students across the University of California, California State University, and community colleges, has faced criticism for potentially putting state employees at risk of breaking federal employment laws. Newsom's decision reflects concerns about exposing state employees to potential criminal and civil liabilities under federal statutes against employing undocumented individuals. The bill was intended to provide critical work opportunities for undocumented students, supporting their education and future careers while contributing to the state's economy.
USBP agents in El Paso, TX, arrested a confirmed member of the Venezuelan gang Tren de Aragua
USBP Agents have apprehended 70 members of this gang. Tren de Aragua is known for murder, drug trafficking, sex crimes, extortion, and other violent acts. The Tren de Aragua is a Venezuelan gang known for its extensive criminal activities, including drug trafficking, kidnapping, extortion, and murder. Originating within the Aragua state of Venezuela, particularly from the Tocorón prison, the gang has expanded its operations beyond Venezuela's borders into various Latin American countries and reportedly into the United States.
In El Paso, Texas, the presence of Tren de Aragua highlights a broader issue concerning international gangs exploiting smuggling routes to enter the U.S. The gang's activities in El Paso are particularly concerning, given the city's strategic importance as a border town. The U.S. Border Patrol's efforts, including the recent arrest of a gang member, indicate ongoing enforcement actions aimed at curbing the gang's influence and preventing the escalation of violent crimes associated with its operations.
Over 1.5 million fentanyl pills were seized in 4 days by CBP officers at the Nogales POE
9/5: About 527,065 fentanyl pills hidden throughout a car 9/6: About 1,013,814 fentanyl pills concealed throughout a car (photos) 9/8: About 54,813 fentanyl pills hidden in a car’s battery.