He showed up at the vehicle gate of the Border Patrol station in Tucson and presumably tapped the buzzer told an agent he had entered the country illegally But he was still ordered held for seven more days before his family showed up in court to provide proof of that Hermosillo was held for 10 days before his release April 17 prosecutors dropped the misdemeanor charge of illegal entry that was filed against him The Department of Homeland Security on April 21 released the sworn statement Hermosillo gave to an immigration officer The document contains what it states is a transcript of an April 9 conversation between Hermosillo and the DHS officer was a citizen of Mexico and had no claim to being a United States citizen He said he crossed into the United States alone by walking through the desert He said he was doing so for work and planned to remain in the country for 20 years He signed the statement with his first name “Jose,” though written in spaced-out print letters told Arizona Public Media in Tucson that Hermosillo had learning disabilities and was illiterate The Republic was unable to reach the girlfriend Hermosillo conducted his interview with the immigration officer in Spanish he said he spoke both Spanish and English and wished to have his case conducted in English John Mennell said he would not speculate on why Hermosillo made that claim to an agent “We aren’t in a position to say why somebody would do what they did,” he said Mennell said that the agent took Hermosillo at his word But by the time Hermosillo asserted his citizenship it was in the hands of the prosecutor and judge “There is no indication that he told agents he was a U.S The criminal complaint against Hermosillo also contained an error of fact It said Hermosillo was found by Border Patrol agents in Nogales The minutes for the April 10 hearing indicate Hermosillo claimed to be a U.S The entry in the court docket does not say whether Hermosillo made that claim himself asked that Hermosillo be detained until then Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes said her office was asking Immigration and Customs Enforcement for more details on the matter “It is wholly unacceptable to wrongly detain U.S The Arizona Republic could not reach Hermosillo The attorney who handled the case did not return a request for comment The aunt of his girlfriend told Arizona Public Media that Hermosillo was from Albuquerque and was visiting Tucson for the first time She said he got lost and found himself at the Border Patrol station author of “The Criminal Lawyer’s Guide to Immigration Law,” said ICE has no jurisdiction over U.S It is incumbent on the agency to get a U.S citizen out of its custody as soon as possible absent documents like a passport or birth certificate usually interview someone without advising them of their right to remain silent since the cases usually begin as a civil proceeding McWhirter said the sheer pace of immigration cases moving through the system leave it prone to errors said the man perhaps was genuinely confused about his immigration status And that a Border Patrol agent might not have questioned why this person was turning himself in “In the zeal to try to deport as many people as possible it could be the agent did bad police work,” he said Before President Donald Trump began his second term “The Trump regime is trying to artificially increase their numbers to make it look like they’re tough on immigration,” he said “when in reality it underscores their incompetency.” he likely would not have likely faced the same treatment had he knocked on the Border Patrol office and claimed to be in the country illegally “Why is it that my blond hair and blue eyes give me immunity from that government interaction?” he said “I think it is safe to say that this wouldn’t have happened to me at the Mexican border.” says he was lost and walking near the Border Patrol headquarters when an agent arrested him for illegally entering the country Hermosillo was not carrying identification Court documents say a Border Patrol agent arrested Hermosillo “at or near Nogales without proper immigration documents” and that Hermosillo admitted to illegally entering the U.S His girlfriend’s aunt Grace Leyva says she and her family made numerous calls looking for him before they found out he was being detained in the Florence Correctional Center which Immigration and Customs Enforcement uses to detain people Another family member drove to the detention center but said officials wouldn’t provide any information or release him ICE did not respond to a request for comment about the wrongful detention The family later provided officials with his birth certificate and social security card I think they would have if they would have not got that information yesterday in the court and gave that to ICE and the Border Patrol He probably would have been deported already to Mexico.” A magistrate judge in Tucson dismissed his case on Thursday and family says he was released much later that night citizens being wrongly detained by immigration officials including a man wrongly held in Florida after being pulled over during his commute to work was ‘without the proper immigration documents’ Immigration officials detained a US citizen for nearly 10 days in Arizona according to court records and press reports As the NPR affiliate Arizona Public Media, first reported was detained by border patrol agents in Nogales a city along the Mexico border about an hour south of Tucson Read more“Under the Trump administration’s theory of the law, the government could have banished this U.S. citizen to a Salvadoran prison then refused to do anything to bring him back,” Mark Joseph Stern, a legal analyst for Slate, wrote on Bluesky “This is why the Constitution guarantees due process to all the US president promised to carry out “mass deportations” several foreign tourists have been wrongfully detained federal agents from other agencies have been deputized to engage in immigration enforcement and Trump has invoked the Alien Enemies Act of 1798 declaring that Venezuelan gang members are leading a foreign invasion of the United States to give himself the power to expel immigrants to a notorious Salvadorian prison a privately run Immigration and Customs Enforcement (Ice) facility he was temporarily detained in the custody of the US marshals they provided officials with his birth certificate and social security card “He did say he was a US citizen, but they didn’t believe him,” Hermosillo’s girlfriend’s aunt told AZPM. “I think they would have kept him. I think they would have, if they would have not got that information yesterday in the court, and gave that to Ice and the border patrol. He probably would have been deported already to Mexico.” Ice, Customs and Border Protection and Hermosillo’s attorney did not respond to requests for comment. But a senior official with the Department of Homeland Security rejected the allegations. “The narrative being pushed about Jose Hermosillo is false,” the official said via email. “On April 8, Hermosillo approached Border Patrol in Tucson and stated he had entered the U.S. illegally through Nogales. He said he wanted to turn himself in and completed a sworn statement identifying as a Mexican citizen who had entered unlawfully. Free newsletterA deep dive into the policies, controversies and oddities surrounding the Trump administration “He was processed and appeared in court on April 10. Afterward, he was held by the U.S. Marshals in Florence, AZ. A few days later, his family presented documents showing U.S. citizenship. The charges were dismissed, and he was released to his family. “This arrest was the direct result of Hermosillo’s own actions and statements.” Federal magistrate judge Maria S Aguilera dismissed the case on 17 April. Hermosillo was released later that evening. In recent months, the Trump administration has revoked the visas of hundreds of foreign students, many for taking part in Gaza solidarity protests the administration call antisemitic . Among those swept up in that crackdown is Aditya Wahyu Harsono, an Indonesian student in Minnesota arrested at his hospital workplace this month after his visa was secretly revoked was detained for multiple days in Tucson after not being able to provide his birth certificate to an officer KOB 4 got the chance to talk with Hermosillo Tuesday about his story and how he made it back home What started as a trip to visit family in Tucson quickly turned into a nightmare for Hermosillo from Albuquerque “I was just walking around in the city in Tucson,” said Hermosillo.  Hermosillo says he was approached by an officer questioning his legal status ‘New Mexico.’ ‘Can you show me a birth certificate?’” said Hermosillo That’s when Hermosillo found himself handcuffed and charged with illegally entering the United States.  “They were saying I’m from Mexico No matter how many times Hermosillo told Border Patrol agents he’s a U.S he found himself sitting in the Florence Correctional Center “They took me to Florence to the jail His girlfriend’s aunt provided officials with Hermosillo’s birth certificate and social security card after 10 long days filled with uncertainty and despair Hermosillo was released to go home to his family and my mom she cried when she saw me,” said Hermosillo senior staff lawyer at the ACLU of New Mexico the most troubling thing in this case is the inconsistency in the police reports being released by Homeland Security “How it appears that Homeland Security keeps changing their story according to what’s been publicly reported why it took 10 days for this father of a young child to come home,” said Sheff.  Hermosillo and Scheff are urging people to be careful and take necessary precautions To take their birth certificate and their social security,” Hermosillo said “I think folks just need to be cautious and savvy Knowing your rights is the best way to keep you and your loved one’s safe,” said Scheff citizens being detained and questioned by immigration enforcement officers regarding their legal status Citizenship and Immigration Services recommends that people keep documents like their birth certificate green cards or other documentation with them so they can prove their citizenship if questioned Any person with disabilities who needs help accessing the content of the FCC Public File may contact KOB via our online formor call 505-243-4411 A 46-year-old man has been arrested in connection with the Eastside homicide Woodrow Jones was arrested in connection with the death of Uriel Alejandro Hermosillo-Gomez homicide detectives from the Pima County Sheriff’s Department identified Jones as a suspect He was arrested without incident and booked into the Pima County Adult Detention Complex on a charge of first-degree murder An arrest has been made in the east-side March shooting of 29-year-old Uriel Alejandro Hermosillo-Gomez 19-year-old Quincy Brown was arrested Thursday on suspicion of first-degree murder Deputies responded to a report of an unknown problem in the area of 2000 West Canada Street at 9:30 a.m deputies located the body of Hermosillo-Gomez with gunshot wounds PCSD detectives discovered evidence identifying Brown as a suspect in the shooting Deputies located Brown's residence that same day near the 6000 block of East 27th Street and began surveillance Brown was stopped and questioned by PCSD homicide after leaving his residence Pima Regional SWAT then executed a search warrant at Brown's residence Brown was arrested on suspicion of unrelated drug charges as a result Brown was formally arrested on suspicion of first-degree murder on Thursday Report a typo The temperature in Hermosillo broke a record recently as the Mexican state of Sonora braces for a summer of extreme heat The city of Hermosillo topped the hottest April temperature on record on Saturday Meteorologists with the state of Sonora weather service said on social media that Saturday’s temperatures reached 43.5 degrees Celsius Hoy se registraron 44°C de temperatura máxima en el observatorio meteorológico de Hermosillo.Lo que representa que rompió el récord de un 12 de abril y de todo el mes de abril cuyo récord anterior era de 43.5°C.Esto para la ciudad de Hermosillo That makes Saturday the hottest April day in Hermosillo since the federal weather service record started in 1966 The state of Sonora is gearing up for a hot summer as the Mexican state struggles with widespread drought Rebecca Hermosillo in her first Springs MAC meeting said she plans to focus on Springs Plaza upgrades and providing legal resources for those detained by ICE became the first Latina to be elected to the county’s Board of Supervisors in 2024 and said that she was intent on continuing the legacy of past supervisors but also on paving her own path This is the first publicly elected position Hermosillo has held but has worked as a longtime district aide for Congressman Mike Thompson a lot of work to get done,” said Hermosillo who serves on 24 countywide and districtwide boards in addition to work on the board of supervisors “What that means locally is I’m juggling being in the community and learning all about those new boards and then assessing the needs of the district.” Since being sworn in on Jan. 7, Hermosillo has been able to acutely identify the needs of the residents of her district based on some projects initiated by former District 1 Supervisor Susan Gorin, including construction on the long-anticipated Springs Plaza “We have a temporary plaza,” Hermosillo said “So [Sonoma City Council Member Ron Wellander] is working to install brighter lights there is a lot of fear and uncertainty,” Hermosillo said “So how can we reassure constituents that there are things that can be done right now to help protect?” Hermosillo said her office is working to provide residents with resources to help understand their rights if federal authorities come to their workplaces or homes Available at her office located at 575 Administration Drive Room 100A in Santa Rosa are documents in both Spanish and English that individuals can fill out with an aide to send to their local congressmember if a loved one is detained by ICE “It’s a form that all members of congress use to advocate on behalf of a constituent They fill it out and that gives staff permission to work on that case — this form in particular is for ICE,” Hermosillo said The service is part of the supervisor’s concerted efforts tosolidify bonds between local government and the Latino community living in the valley Additionally, Hermosillo plans on hosting regular evening hours with community members throughout the county to learn how to fill any service gaps in collaboration with other government offices at the East Sonoma County Services Center The first meeting will be held from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m someone from Congressman Thompson’s office and someone from Assemblymember Aguiar-Curry’s office,” Hermosillo said “So we will be there for whatever constituents need No appointment necessary and there will be Spanish and English staff to help translate.” Supervisor Hermosillo drove home her enthusiasm to represent her constituents we get to do things differently and look at how our system is set up and start making those changes,” Hermosillo said “I’m excited to be in this position I know there’s so much work to do and I’ll be here if you have any questions.” You can reach Staff Writer Isabel Beer at 707-933-2734 or isabel.beer@pressdemocrat.com. On X (Twitter) @IsabelSongBeer Alexis Hermosillo grew up in El Mirage, Arizona, and watched the city evolve alongside her. A fifth-generation resident, she always had a passion for helping her community and dreamed of one day being part of the city’s growth and development. Today, she’s not just helping nurture El Mirage’s future: She’s leading it as the city’s mayor Hermosillo shared with us what it’s like to lead El Mirage and how her Cronkite experience helps her thrive Note: The interview has been edited for clarity and brevity Question: Serving as mayor of El Mirage seems really busy Hermosillo: It took quite a few years to figure out but balancing such a demanding schedule does require a blend of strategic planning Those strategies and maintaining a clear vision of my goals helps me effectively balance my responsibilities while continuing to grow both personally and as a community leader Q: Your public service uplifts the Hispanic community Why are these populations important to you A: I want to see everyone—little kids to older adults It doesn’t matter what demographic background you come from or what ethnic population you’re a part of Sometimes my focus can be the Hispanic population women or youth because I am very familiar with those sets of groups and I come from a very matriarchal family where the women really moved our family along I was partially raised by my great-grandmother; she was my babysitter growing up so I had a very strong and beautiful role model in her That played a big role in why I love to focus on women and helping women develop both personally and professionally.  We have to make sure we’re educating and helping to form young people because they’re eventually going into the real world and making real-life decisions that not only impact themselves Q: What does being recognized as Los D-backs Líderes Under 40 mean to you A: I’m so honored that the Arizona Diamondbacks and Los D-backs chose to recognize me This organization works alongside the D-backs to enhance the relationship between the D-backs and the Hispanic community It’s composed of local Hispanics and minority business professionals so being recognized by this group that enhances relationships and engages in local Hispanic and minority businesses is really an honor.  Q: How did your time at Cronkite help you to become the leader and person you are today A: The Cronkite School builds strong performers It definitely prepares you for the real world I love approaching situations with an unbiased lens knowing that there is much more than what meets the eye There are a lot of things I learned at the Cronkite School that I utilize in my role today.  Q: What Cronkite class or activity challenged you the most?  It has been one of the best experiences that I’ve had and it continues to show up in different ways in my career as an official It was also one of the most challenging experiences but I think you learn the most from the biggest challenges in your life.  The law and ethics courses really contributed to my skill set I value understanding the legal frameworks and learning how to come into situations with an open mind Q: What advice would you give to the youth in your community (and their parents) who might not be sure college is right for them A: I’m a big supporter of higher education and while I understand everyone’s path is very different I feel like my higher education experience really contributes to my success To the youth in our community: It’s important to remember there are many paths to success Some things that I hope folks consider are exploring their options and looking into vocational schools apprenticeships and certification programs that provide valuable skills that lead to rewarding careers Make sure that you find something that’s a good fit for you but having a hefty toolbox will only benefit you.  For the parents: I would say support and encourage your child’s interests and strengths and reassure them it’s OK to follow a nontraditional route to success.  A: I never saw myself becoming a public figure or elected official but my heart has always been set on helping people and helping society I always had ambitions of improving people’s lives and helping people thrive I only saw that through the avenue of volunteerism and/or nonprofit work I have been volunteering my time and I have given over 20 years of volunteer service My parents instilled in me the value of service and helping people and that was shown when we would see our family in Mexico and we would make frequent trips to see relatives We would always bring whatever we could to help family members thrive That grew with me throughout the years.  My “why” goes back to just being a good person and making sure other people have more resources and opportunities than they currently have Helping people realize their dreams and create more opportunities for not only themselves but for their families Contact Us Support ASU Notifications can be managed in browser preferences. Jose Hermosillo’s family members said ‘he probably would have been deported already to Mexico’ if they hadn’t shown border officials his ID I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our Privacy notice A 19-year-old US Citizen was arrested close to the southern border and held for 10 days by the Department of Homeland Security Jose Hermosillo, a New Mexico resident, was in Tucson to visit relatives when he was taken into custody on April 8, his girlfriend told Arizona Public Media Officials have maintained that the father-of-one’s arrest “was the direct result of Hermosillo’s own actions and statements.” The DHS said that Hermosillo’s arrest “was the direct result of [his] own actions and statements.” The agency also noted that when an officer confronted him Hermosillo was “without the proper immigration documents.” Documents in the case allege that Hermosillo “admitted to illegally entering the United States of America from Mexico on or about April 7 The agency also said that Hermosillo was arrested close to Border Patrol headquarters in Nogales told AZPM that Hermosillo was held at Florence Correctional Center He was released after relatives presented his birth certificate and social security card to the authorities I think they would have if they had not got that information yesterday in the court and given that to ICE and the Border Patrol “He probably would have been deported already to Mexico.” spokesperson for the Department of Homeland Security described Hermosillo’s “narrative” about the events as “false” in a post on X McLaughlin said that Hermosillo approached a CBP officer in Nogales and told him that he was a Mexican citizen and that he wanted to turn himself in “He was processed and appeared in court on April 11 his family presented documents showing U.S The charges against Hermosillo were dropped without prejudice on Thursday Immigrants can be deported from the United States Part of being a citizen means you cannot be forcibly sent to another country Last week, a New Hampshire lawyer who has been a U.S citizen for the past 10 years was detained at the U.S Bachir Atallah and his wife, Jessica Fakhri, were returning from a family vacation in Canada when officials from U.S. Customs and Border Protection stopped them as they were re-entering the country in Vermont. 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Join thought-provoking conversations, follow other Independent readers and see their replies govt and politics"},{"score":0.965967,"label":"/law govt and politics/immigration"},{"score":0.771276,"label":"/law We interrupt the ongoing story of Kilmar Abrego Garcia the Maryland father mistakenly deported to a Salvadoran prison for terrorists the New Mexico father held for nine days in an Arizona ICE prison despite the fact that he’s an American citizen There’s a lot that isn’t yet known about how Hermosillo came to be cooling his heels in a private Florence prison leased to Immigration and Customs Enforcement to detain immigrants who are here illegally he’s lucky he didn’t wake up rubbing elbows with terrorists in El Salvador Hermosillo, 19, who lives in Albuquerque with his girlfriend and baby, was in Tucson visiting friends when he was arrested by the Border Patrol “at or near Nogales" on April 8 According to the criminal complaint, Hermosillo “admitted to illegally entering the United States of America from Mexico on or about April 7 But during an initial appearance on April 10, Hermosillo told a judge that he’s U.S It would take another week before he was set free a Trump administration intent on ridding the country of every last landscaper and construction worker in the country illegally shouldn’t need nine days to figure out the person they've imprisoned for the crime of being “without the proper immigration documents” is an American citizen tracking down where he was being held and showing up with his birth certificate and Social Security card If ICE isn’t relying on government databases to figure out who is a citizen and who is not are its agents relying on as they sweep people off the streets Feds say this was Jose Hermosillo's faultTricia McLaughlin said on April 21 that Hermosillo’s arrest was his own fault “On April 8, Hermosillo approached Border Patrol in Tucson and stated he had entered the U.S. illegally through Nogales,” she said on X “He said he wanted to turn himself in and completed a sworn statement identifying as a Mexican citizen who had entered unlawfully.” the complaint says he was arrested “at or near Nogales.” It took nine days altogether to verify his citizenship Arizona Public Media, which broke the story, reported that Hermosillo says he has never been to Nogales citizen caught up in Trump’s immigration dragnet a Georgia-born man was in a car pulled over for speeding while on his way to a construction job in Florida was held overnight on a charge of being an “unauthorized alien.” a senior DHS official insisted that it was the young man’s own fault Opinion: So, now Trump wants to deport wheelchair assistants? “After a stop by a Florida Highway Patrol Trooper, a dual citizen of Mexico and the U.S. was detained after he said that he was in the U.S. ILLEGALLY. Immediately after learning the individual was a United State citizen, he was released,” the official told CNN “When individuals admit to committing a crime they will of course be detained while officers investigate.” Lopez-Gomez speaks an Indigenous language and is not fluent in English or Spanish “This arrest was the direct result of Hermosillo’s own actions and statements,” McLaughlin insists citizens would claim to be in the country illegally Like this column? Get more opinions straight into your email inbox by signing up for our free opinions newsletter On Friday, AZPM broke the story about a 19-year-old U.S citizen who immigration officials detained for 10 days the Department of Homeland Security posted on X an affidavit Jose Hermosillo approached Border Patrol in Tucson and identified himself as a Mexican citizen and that border enforcement processed him lawfully Separate court documents say a Border Patrol agent arrested Hermosillo “at or near Nogales Nogales is more than an hour south of Tucson says he has learning disabilities and is illiterate he could have done it without knowing what it was.” he says he told officials both when he was getting arrested and while he was detained that he is a U.S The family later provided officials with his birth certificate and Social Security card showing he is a U.S a magistrate judge in Tucson dismissed his case Residents’ sense of safety is going up in many parts of Mexico more than 40% of people over age 18 in the Sonoran capital That’s down around from this time four years ago – when more than 60% of adult Hermosillo residents felt unsafe more than 40% of residents also feel unsafe also down from close to 60% four years ago residents' perception that the government was effective in solving problems in the city also rose by more than 10% citizen was held in custody for 10 days after the Border Patrol arrested him in Arizona for entering the country illegally Despite claiming in court April 10 that he was a U.S the charges against Jose Hermosillo were not dropped by government prosecutors until April 17 The court complaint filed against Hermosillo does not provide much narrative about his arrest said he was found near Nogales “without the proper immigration documents.” The document states that Hermosillo admitted April 8 that he had entered the United States illegally the day before near Nogales But he told the judge a different story during his initial appearance April 10 A minute entry documenting the hearing states Hermosillo told the judge he was a U.S The entry also noted that he said he spoke both English and Spanish and preferred to conduct the hearing in English A Border Patrol spokesperson said he could not comment on the case because the person involved was a U.S Attorney’s Office did not return a request for comment Hermosillo's attorney did not return a request for comment and The Arizona Republic could not immediately reach Hermosillo On April 21, the assistant secretary for the Department of Homeland Security posted on X that Hermosillo presented himself at a Border Patrol station Hermosillo "wanted to turn himself in and completed a sworn statement identifying as a Mexican citizen who had entered unlawfully," Tricia McLaughlin wrote His girlfriend’s aunt, Grace Layva, told Arizona Public Media that Hermosillo was visiting southern Arizona from Albuquerque and was lost and walking near Border Patrol headquarters when he was arrested Layva said he was not carrying identification The family showed officials his birth certificate and Social Security card Layva said she thought Hermosillo was close to being deported “I think they would have kept him,” she said The U.S. citizen who was held in federal custody for 10 days said he told a Border Patrol agent he was from New Mexico contradicting a statement by that agency that he never asserted his citizenship until he was in front of a judge Jose Hermosillo told KOB-TV in Albuquerque that his ordeal began when he was approached by a Border Patrol officer while on a stroll in Tucson in early April “He said, ‘Where are you from?’ and I said, ‘New Mexico,’” Hermosillo told the TV station April 22 Hermosillo was released from custody April 17 after his family presented documents proving his citizenship in a Tucson federal courtroom Prosecutors dismissed the misdemeanor charge of illegal entry that was filed against him Hermosillo gave some of his first interviews since his release to two outlets ― the Albuquerque television station and the online newsletter Popular Information KOB-TV reported that Hermosillo repeatedly told Border Patrol agents he was a citizen “They were saying I’m from Mexico,” Hermosillo said in the on-camera interview previously told The Arizona Republic there was "no indication that (Hermosillo) told agents he was a U.S citizen." Mennell did not provide a new statement April 23 regarding the Hermosillo interviews Hermosillo told the online newsletter that he never told immigration authorities he was born in Mexico contained a sworn statement signed by Hermosillo asserting that fact Hermosillo had slightly different versions of his encounter with Border Patrol Hermosillo told the television station that a Border Patrol agent approached him He told the online newsletter that he approached the Border Patrol agent parked in a vehicle because he was lost and looking for help A Border Patrol spokesman has said Hermosillo came to its Tucson headquarters on foot and made himself known at the vehicle gate on Swan Road Hermosillo did not have any identification with him, explaining why in the newsletter interview that published April 23 Hermosillo told Popular Information he had a seizure and an ambulance took him to a Tucson hospital He did not have an ID with him during that emergency he started walking around the city looking for how to get back to where he was staying Hermosillo said he was visiting the family of his girlfriend who live in the southern Arizona city he said he approached a Border Patrol vehicle to ask for help Hermosillo gave Popular Information a more pointed version of his interaction with the Border Patrol agent than he did to the TV station He said after he told the agent he was from New Mexico the agent accused him of thinking the agent was “stupid.” “Don’t make me (out) like (I’m) stupid,” Hermosillo said the agent told him Hermosillo did not tell the newsletter what hospital he was treated at Online maps show the nearest hospital is an hour walk from the Border Patrol headquarters His parents offered a third version of how Hermosillo ended up speaking to Border Patrol. His parents told CBS News that he left the Tucson home he was visiting in the middle of the night and wandered the streets on foot The Arizona Republic has been unable to reach Hermosillo or his family The attorney who handled his criminal case has not returned a request for an interview Hermosillo told Popular Information he never told an agent he was born in Mexico Department of Homeland Security shows a written transcript of the sworn statement he gave to an agent because the agent told him to “sign everything.” Hermosillo’s girlfriend told Tucson-based Arizona Public Media that Hermosillo had learning disabilities and was illiterate citizens were arrested per year since 2018 citizens were arrested by immigration authorities the highest number in the past seven years That was during President Donald Trump's first term Hermosillo told KOB-TV he would advise people in Tucson to be “careful” and “take their birth certificate and their Social Security” card with them Hermosillo’s mayor says he is looking for the best route to crack down on narcocorridos songs by regional Mexican bands that praise the exploits of the country’s drug cartels Antonio Astiazarán says he doesn’t want new generations to be inspired by drug traffickers as he looks to prohibit music celebrating them in his city This comes after President Trump’s administration canceled visas for a Mexican musical group after they celebrated a well-known drug trafficker onstage One recent concert in Mexico ended with fans trashing the stage after an artist said he wouldn’t be performing ballads about drug traffickers Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum’s administration has said it won’t put in place a national ban but certain state governments across the country are banning the subgenre Dear Reader,Unfortunately our comment platform isn\'t available at the moment due to issues with our paywall and authentication vendor “It's a time of change which is really exciting and even though it took a long time Read more from Elección 2024 and other stories celebrating the local Latino community here Haz clic aquí para leer la versión en español In the same year that Mexico elected its first female president, Rebecca Hermosillo was elected to the Sonoma County Board of Supervisors where she will be the first Latina to sit on the county’s highest governing body who shares that she’s thrilled to be part of such a pivotal moment in a county where Latino residents make up nearly a third of the population But the thought persists that the first Latina should have been elected to the board long before now will represent the county’s 1st District which includes 97,853 residents and encompasses Kenwood the city of Sonoma and Santa Rosa’s Bennett Valley Hermosillo grew up on the Leveroni Dairy in Sonoma also elected its first female mayor this year Hermosillo has spent just over a decade in California’s political world as district aide to Congressman Mike Thompson including her latest post running his Santa Rosa office Hermosillo worked as executive director of the Valley of the Moon Teen Center which offers programs and mentoring for Sonoma Valley teenagers Working for Thompson sparked Hermosillo’s interest in elected office Outgoing Supervisor Susan Gorin’s decision not to run for reelection provided the “perfect opportunity” to pursue that path Representation is “heading in the right direction” in the county but knowing how to pursue elected office or join a nonelected board is a big obstacle for people of color interested in public service “The biggest challenge is access to having a voice,” Hermosillo said “It's knowing how to get appointed or who to contact to join a board or commission or be appointed to a board or commission.” The key to continue heading in the right direction is to help others learn how they can get involved She shared that she recently spoke with a man from Redwood Empire Young Democrats who wanted to get involved but didn’t know how It’s a conversation Hermosillo has had multiple times when Hermosillo was running the Valley of the Moon Teen Center a woman reached out looking for similar advice She had just graduated college and wanted to join a board or commission The woman was passionate about juvenile diabetes and so Hermosillo connected her with the director of a health center “It's about creating pathways to connect folks to those opportunities,” Hermosillo said Her advice for anyone wanting to get involved is to start by looking in areas they are passionate about Hermosillo’s focus on pathways is driven in part by the understanding that the county’s first Latina supervisor should have been elected long before now — and that it’s a problem facing other underrepresented groups “When you look at the number of BIPOC residents in Sonoma County knowing the representatives that are elected that are BIPOC it is a minuscule of what it should be when you're looking at representation,” Hermosillo said elected officials should look like the community they represent.” This call to establish pathways has also influenced Hermosillo’s plans for her first term as supervisor Among her list of priorities is offering office hours in the evening out of the East Sonoma County Services Center in Sonoma Valley The idea was born out of the understanding that government’s typical Monday through Friday hours are often not compatible with residents’ own working hours especially those in marginalized communities This is also why being the first Latina elected to the Board of Supervisors is exciting Knowing she “can’t represent all” is all the more reason to help eliminate barriers to government programs and public service “I know that people will contact me that don't live in my district because I am a resource to them and it's breaking down barriers to BIPOC community members that maybe don't know how to access government,” Hermosillo said You can reach Staff Writer Emma Murphy at 707-521-5228 or emma.murphy@pressdemocrat.com IHG Hotels 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is scheduled to open in 2026 bringing a new boutique luxury hotel and branded residences to Mexico's second largest economic market The hotel will be a part of the Torre Rise set to be the tallest tower in Latin America upon completion The hotel will provide panoramic city and mountain views along with signature inspired bar and restaurant experiences Additional recent and notable IHG branded property openings and signings throughout the region include: Click here to join your colleagues and stay up to date on the latest hotel news and trends Copyright © Hotel News Resource & Nevistas | All rights reserved it has been revealed the US immigration Gestapo falsely arrested and imprisoned a US citizen on bogus charges that he had entered the country “illegally.” After spending 10 days imprisoned at the Florence Correctional Center in Arizona, a judge ordered 19-year-old Jose Hermosillo, a US citizen, released last Thursday and the charges against him dismissed. Hermosillo was released the same day as 20-year-old Juan Carlos Lopez-Gomez who was detained on false charges that he had entered the state of Florida “illegally.” Arizona Public Media (AZPM) first reported on April 18 that Hermosillo was arrested by Customs and Border Protection (CBP) agents while walking near their headquarters building in Tuscon which cited interviews from family members his girlfriend and their 9-month old daughter are from Albuquerque and were in Tucson to visit with family members told AZPM that the family tried desperately to locate Hermosillo after he was arrested After making several phone calls to local police departments the family discovered that he had been moved to the Florence Correctional Center a Core Civic-run private prison used by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) as a long-term holding facility and transfer hub within the deportation gulag network Leyva told AZPM that after the family located him another member of the family drove to the detention facility some 70 miles north of Tucson but was not allowed to see him or have him released into their custody Hermosillo’s family provided his birth certificate and Social Security card Levya claimed that Hermosillo told agents before he was arrested he was a US citizen “He did say he was US citizen but they didn’t believe him,” she told AZPM I think they would have if they would not [have] got that information yesterday in the court and gave that to ICE and the Border Patrol After a judge dismissed the charges against Hermosillo the family said he was released late in the evening between 1 and 1.5 percent of those imprisoned by ICE—over 20,000 people—were US citizens The study noted at that time the US policy of deporting Mexican-American citizens and legal Mexican residents from the US “has very clear parallels to the Nazi administrative expulsion and exclusion polices from 1933-1937.” It also recalls the Mexican Repatriation during the Great Depression when Mexican citizens and Mexican Americans were expelled across the southern border Up to 60 percent of the more than 300,000 men women and children deported from the US to Mexico were American citizens The arrest and imprisonment of Hermosillo is the latest injustice that has provoked widespread outrage among broad layers of the population In mass protests across the United States on Saturday denounced the Trump administration’s trampling of democratic rights including the evisceration of “due process” guaranteed to everyone regardless of citizenship status under the US Constitution Terrified that this growing anger will metastasize into a mass movement that will bring down the Trump government on Monday the Homeland Security Department tried to claim that Hermosillo lied to Border Patrol agents and told them he was in the country illegally DHS spokesperson Tricia McLaughlin claimed that Hermosillo “approached Border patrol in Tucson and stated he had entered the U.S McLaughlin’s statement contradicts the official criminal complaint submitted on April 9 by Border Patrol agent Eric R Wood wrote that agents found Hermosillo “at or near Nogales Nogales is located over 70 miles south of Tucson Hermosillo and his family members say he has never been to Nogales As part of the Trump administration’s fascistic “mass deportation” operation immigration authorities have been pioneering a new sinister tactic in which they do not alert visa holders that their visas have been revoked Instead of informing immigrants about their changed status immigration police are showing up at workplaces homes and courts unannounced and kidnapping people 14,000) first reported by the Star Tribune 33-year old Aditya Wahuy Harsono was arrested in the basement of the hospital he works at after his student visa was revoked four days prior Harsono said he had no idea his visa had been revoked and even told agents at the time of his arrest that his paperwork was in order noted the Trump administration was using a tactic called “silent revocation.” He said “They’re doing it because they don’t want ICE to lose the advantage of surprise.” “We’re in uncharted territory with such an aggressive approach with students and visa holders who are lawfully admitted to the US.” Harsono told the paper he was not aware that his F-1 student visa had been revoked prior to the arrest DHS cited a 2022 incident in which Harsono was convicted of misdemeanor property damage for spray-painting graffiti Harsono told the paper he thought his arrest was linked to his political speech specifically his participation in a April 2021 demonstration commemorating the police murder of George Floyd At the time Harsono was charged with “unlawful assembly” but it was later dropped Harsono said he first came to the US in 2015 and returned to Indonesia in 2021 following the “unlawful assembly” arrest Harsono was approved for a student visa to finish his MBA and returned to Minnesota in 2022 when he met his future wife Together they have an 8-month old daughter Inside Higher Ed has identified over 1,680 international students at over 250 colleges and universities who have had their student visas revoked Over 1,000 students including Mahmoud Khalil Momodou Taal and Rümeysa Öztürk have had their visas revoked over allegations of “antisemitism,” that is for speaking and writing in opposition to the US-backed Israeli genocide in Gaza Former Lowe's Retail Store Poised for a Repositioning Options 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Industrial Realty Group one of the United States' largest owners of commercial and industrial properties purchasing a 121,608 square foot property in Hermosillo "IRG is committed to its new business ventures in Mexico The site in Hermosillo is an opportunity for us to do what we do best— develop a new chapter for underutilized space and restore business activity and resulting jobs," said Justin Lichter the former Lowe's retail store will be redeveloped according to market demand The site could continue to serve as a retail space or be converted into industrial space Big-box retail space often has the height clearance square footage and parking required by industrial users The acquisition also included significant developable land commercial or industrial opportunities on the highly traveled this acquisition marks IRG's eleventh purchase south of the U.S IRG is a nationwide real estate development and investment firm specializing in the acquisition development and management of commercial and industrial real estate throughout the United States. IRG through its affiliated partnerships and limited liability companies operates a portfolio containing over 150 properties in 31 states with over 100 million square feet of rentable space IRG is nationally recognized as a leading force behind the adaptive reuse of commercial and industrial real estate solving some of America's most difficult real estate challenges Learn more at www.industrialrealtygroup.com.  Lauren Crumrine, Vice President of MarketingIndustrial Realty Group | Industrial Realty Mexico614-562-9252[email protected] one of the country's largest owners of commercial and industrial properties Construction & Building Real Estate Banking & Financial Services Commercial Real Estate Do not sell or share my personal information: Sign up for our daily Newsletter and stay up to date with all the latest news You are receiving this pop-up because this is the first time you are visiting our site You are using software which is blocking our advertisements (adblocker) we are relying on revenues from our banners So please disable your adblocker and reload the page to continue using this site.Thanks the crop is on track despite the recent cooler-than-usual weather in the region We anticipate the season will kick off this week and run through early June following a fairly typical window for this region," says Lesley Sykes of The Sykes Co the company's crop is being grown just south of the border in Hermosillo a region with an arid climate and abundant sunshine Nogales-bound supply typically comes from regions further south including the states of Nayarit and Jalisco areas like Guaymas and Obregón are in full swing – and Hermosillo fruit will come in this week," says Sykes Those growing conditions in Hermosillo have led to a strong quality watermelon crop across the board with good sugar watermelon demand often rises along with the temperatures "Demand is steady and poised to grow in the coming weeks as retailers begin seasonal promotions Watermelon is top-of-mind as soon as the weather turns since it's synonymous with outdoor gatherings and warm-weather meals With spring in full swing and more regions experiencing consistent sunshine we expect consumption to ramp up," she says adding that as long as the weather continues to cooperate across key markets it's anticipating strong movement and a healthy pull at retail through the season Concerns over logistics What is challenging demand which in turn complicate shipments across the U.S buyers are prioritizing supply that's closest to home which includes offshore product from Guatemala and Honduras entering through South Florida the severe weather system that swept through parts of the U.S and major infrastructure damage – has been devastating for many and adds pressure to the supply chain," adds Sykes Add to that the lingering uncertainty around tariffs in the last few months we're fortunate that produce falling under the USMCA agreement with Mexico and Canada will not be subject to tariffs helping maintain a stable flow of cross-border trade," says Sykes they are at traditional levels for this time of year "We typically see elevated prices early in the spring when supplies are limited but as more growing regions begin harvesting the market sees healthy downward pressure," says Sykes For more information:Lesley SykesThe Sykes CompanyTel: (+1) 520-281-2520[email protected]www.thesykesco.com FreshPublishers © 2005-2025 FreshPlaza.com As drought continues in the Mexican state of Sonora the capital city Hermosillo is investing in its water supply Hermosillo Mayor Antonio Astiazarán said in a video about the new program on social media that his city has decided to take action in the face of drought “We all know that the drought is a reality,” Astiazarán said The project will dig more than 30 new wells and install more monitors to detect leaks The city is also subsidizing water tanks and leak detectors for more than 5,000 households in Hermosillo Climate change exacerbates extreme weather events like droughts which are taking a toll in the already dry Sonoran desert All of the 72 municipalities in the Mexican state of Sonora have experienced extreme drought this year Dinnertime approaches at Vida Plena Corazón Contento soup kitchen and migrant shelter in Hermosillo While a noodle soup simmers in an industrial-sized pot in the kitchen people in need from the community will line up in the street for Styrofoam cups filled with soup mostly migrants from other countries who are passing through Hermosillo on their way to or from the border Cabrera has been at the shelter for about a year as he attempts to seek asylum in the United States it’s been flooded with people who have returned [from the border],” he said “People have been coming back and don’t know what to do.” After the Trump administration closed the door on asylum seekers last week, thousands of people are left in Mexico with no clear path forward a city of close to 1 million about three hours south of the Arizona border The government has converted a large gym into a shelter and reception center on the south side of the city in preparation for the influx nonprofit Vida Plena Corazón Contento shelter consists of two sleeping spaces and a kitchen in a squat While students play outside during recess at the school across the street the children of the migrants who are staying here play on the shelter steps on the other side of a tall chain-link fence Cabrera finally had an appointment to claim asylum scheduled for last Sunday But it was cancelled when Trump shut the Biden-era CBP One app down on his first day in office The app allowed asylum seekers to make the case for an appointment at a point of entry before arriving at the border Some migrants just stay here at the shelter for a night or two before heading elsewhere Some go to Mexico City to regroup or find work who has been at the shelter for eight months with her husband and two kids She cried when Trump’s executive orders came down last week Mujica and her family left Venezuela for Colombia when she faced a high-risk pregnancy with her younger son now a curly-haired toddler who babbles by her side in an oversized yellow t-shirt She said he wouldn't have survived if they had stayed in Venezuela where health care infrastructure is crumbling and those who don’t support the ruling party can experience violence she wants to get the rest of her family out of Venezuela “There are families that want to enter [the United States] to have stability and not suffer anymore,” Mujica said through tears she and her family have experienced theft and kidnapping they’re out of money and trying to figure out what to do next who studies human rights and migration in Mexico City said people stuck in similar situations could turn to more dangerous options to cross the border like hiring human traffickers to smuggle them across “[Smugglers] will be very clever to look for places that they can enter to the United States and I think they are going to sell that to a lot of people that are waiting,” Hernández said That number only accounts for the remains that have been recovered in the vast the uncertainty of what comes next for her family is crushing Her older son is 9 and has lost years of schooling he stopped by and put a 50 peso bill in her hand I want to work.’ That’s not the mentality a child should have,” Mujica said “I don’t want my son at this age to know anything about work the capital of the Mexican state of Sonora increasingly attracts the interest of market participants looking to optimize operations and maintain competitive advantages in the Latin America and Caribbean BPO market As the saturation of more established hubs in Mexico Colombia and various Central American countries solidifies Hermosillo’s providers plan to attract more businesses according to government officials and industry leaders present during the “BPO Influencers and CX Leadership Summit” on March 14 The summit was organized by Alliance BPO Services a Hermosillo-based BPO provider with global presence for multiple industries in North America Alliance BPO Services offers custom-tailored agreements with performance commitments aligned to their client success Local insights are crucial to understanding why Hermosillo is capturing interest and how it compares with established BPO hotspots in the region Around a dozen international BPOs currently operate in Hermosillo, according to research from the firm Ryan Strategic Advisory Hermosillo has a population of around one million people “The fresh talent coming out of our universities is not only tech-savvy but also adaptable We see graduates translating their knowledge into real-world skills for service excellence,” said local entrepreneur and Alliance BPO Services CEO Juan Caire Caire added that Hermosillo’s universities and technical schools are focusing on producing graduates well-versed in technology which is essential for catering to diverse client needs This growing talent pool allows companies like Alliance BPO Services to meet specific customer demands effectively “Our clients frequently note that our staff’s linguistic abilities and cultural familiarity with the US audience set us apart; it’s more than just outsourcing; it is about creating a seamless extension of their teams,” said Alliance BPO Services Co-founder Daniel Castilla President and Principal Analyst of Ryan Strategic Advisory Alliance BPO Services is taking a pragmatic and practical approach to its development of AI tools “By applying the technology in areas in which it can make a positive difference to the consumer as opposed to pushing it into use cases where it may not be ready Alliance BPO is likely to gain traction from its current and existing clients searching for a full service provider,” Ryan told Nearshore Americas Hermosillo operators understand that they are pursuing market shares growth in highly competitive market macro conditions Firms like Alliance BPO Services expect that an “all in” approach to technology will differentiate their unique value proposition Alliance BPO Services is pioneering efforts to integrate artificial intelligence into their operations “AI enables us to improve efficiency and quality of service reporting faster response times and improved satisfaction through AI-supported customer interactions We are not trying to replace our employees but help them identify gaps and improve their performance,” Castilla said Live translation technologies are becoming a staple “With our ability to communicate in real time with customers across cultures we can bridge language barriers that have historically impeded efficiency,” Caire said This tech-savvy approach ensures that Hermosillo remains competitive particularly in industries that require immediate and multilingual support Hermosillo’s geographical positioning near the U.S border is another factor that enhances its appeal Proximity allows companies to effectively manage cross-border operations with minimal cultural and time zone discrepancies According to the CEO and Founder of SupportU Hui Curtis “Hermosillo’s location enables firms to provide robust customer support services that resonate with US clients.” This geographical advantage is not just theoretical; local BPO firms report being able to align workflows with US business hours reducing lag and enhancing service delivery SupportU currently assists a client doing business out of Hermosillo particularly in transportation and communication networks The visibility of Hermosillo as a BPO destination outside of Mexico is limited “We need to advocate more effectively for our capabilities and the talent we offer to attract international clients,” said Arturo Fernandez This raises the issue of effective marketing and branding for the city’s BPO services “I see two main challenges — the first is gaining visibility It will be important for the Hermosillo stakeholders in private and public domains to work together to make certain their community is part of the broader Mexican / nearshore discussion The second one is air connections — it will be essential for the business community to lobby for more flights into the city from the U.S for business travelers it can be cumbersome to visit,” Ryan added Navigating regulatory challenges is another ongoing concern Streamlined regulations could play a vital role in easing entry and operation for new BPO companies “We are digitizing a large amount of the permitting process aiming to have a complete digital process during the next two years,” Daniel Gastélum director of the local economic development agency said during the summit The future of Hermosillo’s BPO sector hinges on how it addresses its challenges while continuing to capitalize on its strengths a strong local workforce and strategic market positioning offers potential for meaningful growth As Caire stated: “Our commitment to improving and adapting is not just about survival; it is about thriving in a competitive landscape.” With a unified approach Hermosillo could solidify its reputation as a viable Campbell Romero is the Investment and Policy Editor at Nearshore Americas He also contributes to other publications with analysis on political risk society and the entrepreneurial ecosystems of Cuba and the Latin American region Bryan holds a Bachelor’s degree in Philosophy (Licenciatura en Filosofía) from the 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Hermosillo said Hermosillo represents the county’s 1st District which is home to nearly 98,000 residents and includes the communities of Kenwood She succeeds Susan Gorin, who retired this month after 12 years serving on the board Gorin endorsed Hermosillo in the race for the seat which Hermosillo claimed in March in a landslide victory over retired contractor Jon Mathieu though Hermosillo has spent just over a decade in California’s political world as district aide to Rep The last three and a half years she worked as his senior district representative who the board unanimously appointed vice chair has yet to outline a specific agenda for her first term but in previous interviews stressed her intention to focus on community engagement and access to her office and to government services She plans to hold office hours in her district that are compatible with the schedules of her working constituents She inherits from Gorin several high profile issues including the fate of the Sonoma Developmental Center a controversial redevelopment project near Glen Ellen that has been sidetracked by lawsuits and delays As fear and anxiety mount over President-elect Donald Trump’s vows to carry out mass deportations Hermosillo said she plans to hold town hall events that will highlight community safety and focus on existing rights when encountering immigration enforcement officers The changing national political landscape featured heavily in the remarks delivered Tuesday by Hermosillo’s fellow board members who were also sworn in to their third and second terms people who don’t believe in climate change they will be in the halls of power nationally,” Hopkins said homophobia or climate denialism to take root in our community.” Hopkins said the county cannot “count on Washington D.C to respect our autonomy or our values,” for the next four years Coursey said it was important to acknowledge “the undercurrents that roil our nation.” “We’re here to take care of the health and safety of everyone who lives in this county and it doesn’t matter where they’re from who they love or who they voted for,” said Coursey electric buses are now carting university students to class in the city of Hermosillo in Sonora The new buses charge with solar power and are free to students at universities in the city has now expanded its routes and hours to and from a variety of universities The city of Hermosillo says the buses currently serve around 600 students and are the first stage of a program they hope to expand The city says the buses save 40 tons of carbon per month Hermosillo has for years suffered from bouts of poor air quality exacerbated by crowded roads A 19-year-old U.S. citizen is denying allegations made by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and claiming he was coerced into signing documents he could not read due to intellectual disabilities Jose Hermosillo, who lives in New Mexico, was visiting his girlfriend's family in Arizona when he suffered a seizure on April 8 and was transported to a nearby hospital in Tucson Hermosillo became disoriented and attempted to walk back to the house where he had been staying he approached a Border Patrol officer for assistance but was quickly questioned about his legal status Do you have any papers?" the officer asked Hermosillo said he told the officer he was from New Mexico "He's never been able to read and was always in special education classes in school," said his mother He was held for 10 days before being released federal officers allegedly pressured Hermosillo to sign documents acknowledging he had entered the country illegally A copy of the sworn statement shared by DHS on social media shows Hermosillo answering "yes" when asked whether he had crossed the border illegally and identified himself as a Mexican citizen DHS officials have said his arrest was a "direct result of his own actions and statements." On April 8, Jose Hermosillo approached Border Patrol in Tucson Arizona stating he had ILLEGALLY entered the U.S. and identified himself as a Mexican citizen. Border enforcement processed Mr. Hermosillo lawfully. Days later, his family presented documents showing proof of U.S.… pic.twitter.com/hzOlZtjlzn But Hermosillo and his family insist he did not understand what he was signing He claims an officer ordered him to "sign everything," and he complied without reading the documents—because Although Hermosillo was released on April 17 after a Tucson magistrate judge dismissed his criminal case confusion surrounding the details of his arrest remains His family had provided documentation proving his American citizenship which was presented to the court the day after his first appearance Inconsistencies between agency statements and official documents have also drawn concern from civil rights advocates. The initial criminal complaint stated Hermosillo was arrested "at or near Nogales" without proper immigration documents DHS later said the arrest occurred in Tucson he never told officers he was born in Mexico or that he entered the U.S senior staff attorney at the ACLU of New Mexico "What's most troubling is how it appears that Homeland Security keeps changing their story, according to what's been publicly reported—and why it took 10 days for this father of a young child to come home," Sheff said Alfonso Durazo led a ceremony over the weekend to celebrate the reopening of the children’s park and restoration of the nearby urban wetland an important step in the conservation of the area Residents have for years called for the city of Hermosillo to restore the urban park which was once a popular destination for families the children’s park had been in disuse for around a decade The first step of the restoration project is now complete and the La Sauceda urban forest is officially open to visitors In addition to restoration on the wetland and urban forest area the city also restored the recreation part of the park The event features four of the premier teams of the Mexican Winter Baseball League along with musical performances authentic Mexican food vendors and much more The Mexican Baseball Fiesta is the Liga Arco Mexicana del Pacifico’s (Mexican Winter Baseball League) version of Spring Training The three-day event at Camelback Ranch-Glendale will feature the Naranjeros de Hermosillo Tickets for the 2024 Mexican Baseball Fiesta at Camelback Ranch-Glendale are now on sale at the links below Each day will feature two games and a post-game concert One ticket will allow fans entry for both games of the day as well as the post-game entertainment For more information about the Mexican Baseball Fiesta visit mexicanbaseballfiesta.com For a full list of policies, please view Information & Policies District 38 House candidate Lisa Hermosillo has issued a statement to correct the record regarding a local legislative debate this fall that did not take place had stated District 38 Republicans declined to participate in a debate opportunity offered by a local media outlet after learning Democrats had requested the debate and because of a desire to take the district’s campaign in a different direction who is the lone Democratic-NPL candidate in District 38 said Democrats never contacted the media outlet to encourage organization of a debate She said she did contact a different organization that has hosted debates in the past but the organization opted not to hold a legislative debate Another local organization had proposed a pre-primary debate for House and Senate candidates in Districts 38 and 40 only one candidate responded affirmatively to participating Three of four District 40 candidates had scheduling conflicts and one Republican couldn’t be reached where a race existed in the Republican column Republican Lisa Olson confirmed participation Hermosillo was unable to attend and of the three remaining Republicans “It is very frustrating to see the lack of effort put forth by my House 38 GOP opponents to commit to a debate this entire election season,” Hermosillo said “Voters’ ability to hear directly from their candidates is crucial and can significantly impact their ability to make well-informed decisions this November.” BISMARCK – As the number of Americans living with Alzheimer’s disease tops more than seven million for the .. 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Copyright © 2025 New Mexico State University Athletics / All Rights Reserved Thanks for visiting The use of software that blocks ads hinders our ability to serve you the content you came here to enjoy We ask that you consider turning off your ad blocker so we can deliver you the best experience possible while you are here US Customs and Border Protection reportedly detained a 19-year-old with intellectual disabilities for illegal entry into the United States despite his being a citizen The details of Hermosillo's arrest aren't entirely clear, but a criminal complaint filed by a Border Patrol agent on April 9 states that he was found "at or near Nogales without the proper immigration documents." He was then charged with the misdemeanor offense of "improper entry" After his case garnered nationwide attention the Department of Homeland Security argued that Hermosillo's detention was a "direct result of his own actions and statements." According to a DHS spokesperson Hermosillo voluntarily told a Border Patrol agent that he entered the US illegally and identified himself as a Mexican citizen and identified himself as a Mexican citizen Hermosillo lawfully," the DHS wrote to X (formerly Twitter) attaching images of Hermosillo's sworn statement his family presented documents showing proof of U.S The charges were dismissed and he was released Hermosillo's arrest and detention were a direct result of his own actions and statements," they continued Hermosillo's parents stated that their son was intellectually disabled during an interview with CBS News They said that their son could not read or write and was likely completely unaware of what he was signing "He's never been able to read and was always in special education classes in school," said Guadalupe Hermosillo I dream that I'm still detained," Hermosillo said The Wildcats waited late to put some distance on Naranjeros scoring five in the top of the ninth for a 7-1 win in the night cap of the opening night's double header of the Mexican Baseball Fiesta Jalisco rolled over Obregon 8-1 in the early game comes flying in for the forearm slam with Brendan Summerhill after clouting a solo homer to give the Wildcats a 2-1 lead over Hermosillo in the sixth inning of their game in the Mexican Baseball Fiesta on Oct Arizona's Tommy Splaine (20) gets hit by a pitch in the eight inning against Hermosillo on the opening night of the Mexican Baseball Fiesta Arizona's  Garen Caulfield (1) draws a breath as he stands in the box during his first inning at bat against Hermosillo on the opening night of the Mexican Baseball Fiesta Arizona's TJ Adams (23) comes in to snare a sinking liner in the right field gap and keep the Hermosillo runners at first and second in the seventh inning of their game on the opening night of the Mexican Baseball Fiesta slips around the tag of Hermosillo’s second baseman to swipe the bag in the ninth inning of their game on the opening night of the Mexican Baseball Fiesta Arizona’s Garen Caulfield (1) throws to first to retire the Hermosillo batter in the first inning of their game on the opening night of the Mexican Baseball Fiesta on Oct Arizona's shortstop Mason White (24) loses the handle on a grounder by Hermosillo's Augustin Murillo allowing the Naranjero batter to reach in the first inning of their game on the opening night of the Mexican Baseball Fiesta Arizona third baseman Maddox Mihalakis gets a generous hop on a grounder from Hermosillo’s Francisco Lugo for the third out in the second inning of their game on the opening night of the Mexican Baseball Fiesta at Kino Veterans Memorial Stadium on Thursday Arizona's Aaron Walton (11) beats the throw to Hermosillo's Irving Lopez after stretching a single to left into a double on the opening night of the Mexican Baseball Fiesta Arizona’s Jack Berg deals during his inning of work against Hermosillo in their game on the opening night of the Mexican Baseball Fiesta at Kino Veterans Memorial Stadium Arizona's second baseman Garen Caulfield (1) has to hop over Hermosillo's Angel Ramirez after the throw from first bounced off the runner allowing him to advance to third on his stolen base in the third inning of their game on the opening night of the Mexican Baseball Fiesta Arizona's second baseman  Garen Caulfield (1) lines up a Hermosillo grounder for a fielder’s choice in the fourth inning/ of their game on the opening night of the Mexican Baseball Fiesta Arizona's Hunter Alberini (38) works the inning against Hermosillo during the Mexican Baseball Fiesta Arizona's Julian Tonghini gets in his work against Hermosillo in the sixth inning of their game on the opening night of the Mexican Baseball Fiesta on Oct Arizona's first baseman Andrew Cain (3) fields a lazy hopper from Hermosillo's Jason Atondo in the sixth inning of their game on the opening night of the Mexican Baseball Fiesta Arizona's shortstop Mason White (24) comes into field the infield blooper from Hermosillo's Augustin Murillo in the sixth inning of their game on the opening night of the Mexican Baseball Fiesta Arizona's shortstop Richie Morales) (7) gets the throw late as Hermosillo’s runner swipes second in the seventh inning of their game on the opening night of the Mexican Baseball Fiesta Arizona's third baseman Ethan Guerra (2) moves in on a grounder by Hermosillo's Angel Ramirez in the eighth inning of their game on the opening night of the Mexican Baseball Fiesta Arizona's Tyler Russell (41) slides home untouched the second run on Kade Thompson’s two RBI hit in the ninth inning and the final run in the Wildcats’ 7-1 win over Hermosillo on the opening night of the Mexican Baseball Fiesta Arizona's head coach Chip Hale listens during the pre-game meeting on the ground rules before the Wildcats game against Hermosillo in the Mexican Baseball Fiesta chat with baseball coach Chip Hale in the Wildcats dugout during their game against Hermosillo Jalisco’s Jose Aguilar gets tagged out trying to score from third in the game against Obregon at the Mexican Baseball Fiesta Obregon’s shortstop JC Gamboa can’t get a hold of a hotshot up the middle by Jalisco in their game on the opening night of the Mexican Baseball Fiesta Obregon’s shortstop JC Gamboa puts the awkward tag on a Jalisco’s Billy Hamilton’s stolen base attempt ending the fifth inning of their game on the opening night of the Mexican Baseball Fiesta Jalisco’s third baseman Hugo Valdivia runs down a Obregon squib down the line during their opening night game in the Mexican Baseball Fiesta Arizona baseball notebook: Third baseman Maddox Mihalakis’ rise sharp pitching and more from the Wildcats’ annual exhibition appearance in the Mexican Baseball Fiesta Get up-to-the-minute news sent straight to your device An official website of the United States government A .gov website belongs to an official government organization in the United States ) or https:// means you’ve safely connected to 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All rights reserved PHOENIX — Phoenix police officers were involved in a shooting late Monday night near Cave Creek Road and Union Hills Drive to investigate reports of a domestic dispute between a man and his mother The man had an outstanding warrant and had access to knives was inside the home and armed with knives.  Hermosillo reportedly failed to comply with orders to drop the knives and moved toward the room his mother was in while still armed.  One officer fired his gun and struck Hermosillo While officers were attempting to take Hermosillo into custody he failed to follow additional commands to put his hands behind his back Officers then used less-lethal means to get him into custody Police say Hermosillo suffered non-life-threatening injuries and has already been released from the hospital.  Hermosillo is expected to be booked into jail on multiple felony charges.  were awarded 2024 “Tree City of the World” designations The designations recognize cities that are working toward becoming greener and are a partnership between the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization and the Arbor Day Foundation Cities have to show that they’ve allocated resources toward tree management programs during the past year Hermosillo’s mayor told reporters that his city has been working on planting more native plants and improving irrigation for existing trees in city parks The two Sonoran cities join more than 20 other Mexican cities that were recognized this year More than 200 cities were recognized globally Thanks for visiting The Phoenix City Council will be asked to fund a trade office in the Mexican state of Sonora for three more years.   The Phoenix-Hermosillo trade office works with Mexican companies looking to develop business in Phoenix and vice versa.  said last year they assisted 294 companies five companies incorporated their entities in Arizona they are developing business and transacting in Phoenix And the four companies physically located operations here – from software development services to a microbrewery concept," Batres said According to the city’s economic development department the trade office worked with MCI Woodwork to expand operations from Glendale to Phoenix Three Mexican companies located to Phoenix in fiscal year 2023-24: American Pneumatic Air Systems Batres said the office has researched industrial regions in Mexico to better understand production capacities for legacy industries like aerospace and defense and emerging industries like food innovation and semiconductors.  Economic development director Christine Mackay recently asked the council’s economic development subcommittee to support a three-year contract rather than renewing a contract on an annual basis  “The work that we're doing in the North American supply chain sourcing the work that we're doing in electric and e-mobility the work that we're doing throughout the entire country of Mexico really requires a strategy that is more than just year to year is allowing us to continue to push and work with our entity for the three additional years,” she said The subcommittee recommended the City Council approve the $510,000 contract the office will stay open three more years.