Border crossings expected to remain high in near term, senior CBP official says
Migrant crossings at the US-Mexico border are expected to remain high in the near term, according to a senior US Customs and Border Protection official, who noted that additional commitments from Mexico are expected to help eventually drive down numbers.
2023-09-25 23:17
More military personnel head to the US-Mexico border as officials describe an increase in migrant crossings
The Defense Department is ramping up resources at the US-Mexico border as officials describe a surge in border crossings in places including Eagle Pass, Texas, where the mayor has declared a state of emergency.
2023-09-21 20:18
Migrant crossings along the southern US border are rising, reaching more than 8,000 apprehensions
Migrant crossings along the United States' southern border are rising, reaching more than 8,000 apprehensions on Monday, according to a Department of Homeland Security official, straining federal resources and overwhelming already-crowded facilities.
2023-09-20 06:16
Ministers face renewed pressure over boat crossings
Labour says the "small boats nightmare" must end after six people died trying to cross the Channel.
2023-08-13 12:46
Elephant corridors: The busy trunk routes where locals take care to cross
The difficulties facing people living next to Botswana's growing African elephant population.
2023-08-06 08:15
US Customs and Border Protection sends resources to remote Arizona area after increase in migrant crossings
US border officials are increasing personnel and transportation resources at Ajo, Arizona, one of the most isolated and dangerous areas on the Southwest border, to deal with a recent increase in migrants and an ongoing heat wave.
2023-08-06 04:48
A 9-year-old migrant died after having seizures during scorching trek in Arizona
A 9-year-old migrant died from medical complications which included seizures after crossing into the US near Mesa, Arizona, in the midst of sweltering summer heat, Border Patrol officials said.
2023-07-03 01:52
Channel migrants: More than 600 people cross in one day
The Home Office says 616 people crossed the Channel on Sunday - the highest daily number this year.
2023-06-13 11:58
Transportation Department announces funding to improve dozens of train-car intersections
US federal officials are putting millions of dollars into fixing dangerous intersections where trains and cars meet.
2023-06-05 17:21