Senators release border-Ukraine deal to allow president to pause asylum law
The immigration deal would overhaul American border policy by restricting access to the asylum system during spikes in illegal immigration.
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The immigration deal would overhaul American border policy by restricting access to the asylum system during spikes in illegal immigration.
The White House and a bipartisan Senate group could soon strike a deal to enact stricter asylum and border laws.
All 4 were closed recently due to record levels of migrant crossings but those levels have dropped dramatically in recent days.
Crises around the world are driving this influx - the war in Ukraine, instability in Central and South America, and those fleeing unrest in African countries, too.
The bipartisan group of senators is attempting to agree to the framework of a landmark deal as early as Sunday.
For only the second time in U.S. history, migrant apprehensions along the southern border surpassed 2 million in a single fiscal year, federal data obtained by CBS News shows.
Authorities predict arrests will spike to between 12,000 and 14,000 a day.
On Friday, the first day since March 2020 in which the U.S. could no longer cite Title 42 to expel migrants, Border Patrol apprehended 6,300 migrants, a sharp drop from earlier in the week.
For the first time in three years, officials along the US-Mexico border can no longer use COVID-19 as a reason to expel migrants to Mexico.
It's an all-hand-on-deck situation at Samaritas, one of the agencies ready to help some of the youngest migrants who arrive in southeast Michigan.
Local police noted in January that people involved in human smuggling had attempted to utilize shorelines along the St. Lawrence River in the area.
The fire broke out overnight in the facility in Ciudad Juárez, right on the U.S. border. Most of the dead were Guatemalan nationals.
The U.S. and Canada made a new border deal that blocks refugees from entering the countries at unofficial checkpoints.
The agreement will allow both countries to turn away asylum-seekers who crossed the U.S.-Canada border without legal permission.
Under the plan, some migrants from Cuba, Nicaragua and Haiti would be allowed to enter the U.S. legally if they have financial sponsors.
For nearly three years, the Title 42 public health law has allowed the U.S. to quickly expel hundreds of thousands of migrants to Mexico.
"Our goal certainly is to be able to process all vulnerable populations in a fair and equitable way," U.S. Customs and Border Protection Commissioner Chris Magnus told CBS News.
"I am very proud," said the 22-year-old whose speechless social media clips have propelled him to stardom. "These are not just words."
Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer said Tuesday that President Donald Trump's plan to suspend immigration is distracting from efforts to combat the coronavirus pandemic and part of "inconsistent messages" that spread fear and put the public in "greater danger."
A hearing has been scheduled in federal court on the status of an Albanian man seeking sanctuary from deportation in a Detroit church.
Armando Tabora desperately wants to get his teenage daughter out of the government detention facility where she has been for more than three months. He has been stymied at every turn.
The US government should cover mental health treatment costs for immigrant children who officials separated from their parents, a new lawsuit argues.
Approximately 200 people will become new citizens of the United States at ceremony in Massachusetts.
Hundreds of people gathered in Detroit and nearly two dozen other Michigan cities to add their voices to nationwide protests over the detention of immigrant families.
Demonstrators are expected to gather in cities across the United States on Saturday to protest the White House's "zero tolerance" immigration policy that has prompted the separations and detentions of migrant families.
Michigan's gas and diesel prices have risen noticeably every day this week, with gas prices inching closer to $5 a gallon and diesel prices continuing to set records, AAA says.
If you're looking for sunshine in Metro Detroit, Friday is the day to seek it out.
U.K. navy reports more attacks on tankers in the Strait of Hormuz as Trump says he's poised to make a "big decision" on whether to "annihilate" Iran's leadership.
Josh Allen and the Bills put on a show in a 41-31 win over the Detroit Lions in the first regular-season game at Highmark Stadium.
A new pilot program launched in Detroit is testing technology designed to help fire and EMS vehicles move through intersections faster by communicating with traffic signals before they arrive.
Michigan's gas and diesel prices have risen noticeably every day this week, with gas prices inching closer to $5 a gallon and diesel prices continuing to set records, AAA says.
A spokesperson with the 149th Fighter Wing of the Texas National Guard confirmed that the pilot ejected and is in stable condition.
Stevie Wonder's two December shows at the Fox Theatre sold out, with some tickets listed for thousands of dollars. That's raising questions about what Michigan's new "Taylor Swift" ticket law actually protects fans from.
If you're looking for sunshine in Metro Detroit, Friday is the day to seek it out.
A new pilot program launched in Detroit is testing technology designed to help fire and EMS vehicles move through intersections faster by communicating with traffic signals before they arrive.
Tony Stewart Racing unveiled a special Dodge livery on Tuesday at Stellantis' North America headquarters in Auburn Hills, Michigan.
The spike in prices has also sparked differing opinions among drivers about who's to blame.
A Ford contract employee was taken to a hospital following an incident on Monday morning at the Michigan Assembly Plant in Wayne, Michigan.
Automotive expert Paul Eisenstein of Autoline TV said the number of vehicles recalled this year has surged.
Woodward Dream Cruise participant Mike Holmes, who showed off a DeLorean at Saturday's event, said the " human interaction is just as much fun as driving the car."
If you're looking for sunshine in Metro Detroit, Friday is the day to seek it out.
Stevie Wonder's shows at the Fox Theatre sold out, with some tickets listed for thousands of dollars. That's raising questions about what Michigan's "Taylor Swift" ticket law actually protects fans from.
The list of 50 restaurants is made from a team of 16 scouters who travel the country and try food at all kinds of places, according to the NYT.
Aaron Rowe, Beoga, Lukas Graham and Finneas all released statements Tuesday on Instagram saying they were withdrawing from Ed Sheeran's tour.
Dearborn Mayor Abdullah Hammoud told rapper Macklemore he's "always welcome in Dearborn" after venues on Ed Sheeran's stadium tour refused to include him.
Josh Allen and the Bills put on a show in a 41-31 win over the Detroit Lions in the first regular-season game at Highmark Stadium.
Michael Desronvil, the lone holdout juror in the high-profile Lindsay Clancy murder trial, said he "didn't have any doubts" during deliberations.
An F-16 fighter jet crashed in Grand Traverse County, Michigan, on Thursday, triggering an evacuation order along part of County Road 633, the county's emergency management said.
One Senate Democrat scuttled a Republican-led effort to pass legislation aimed at shielding Americans from energy costs attributed to data centers, saying it didn't go far enough.
Nearly half of Americans with medical debt owe at least $2,000, forcing them to make tough choices, new research shows.
Thursday marks one year since Michigan Medicine ended gender-affirming care for young patients
Nearly half of Americans with medical debt owe at least $2,000, forcing them to make tough choices, new research shows.
The school immunization waiver rate climbed to 7.1% last year from 6.2% in 2024, the fifth straight year of decline and the highest exemption rate since 2010. Michigan is now outpacing the national average.
The standardbred-Friesian mare is currently undergoing treatment and is believed to be unvaccinated, according to state officials.
A new four-legged team member is already making an impact on students at Polk Elementary School in Dearborn Heights.
Josh Allen and the Bills put on a show in a 41-31 win over the Detroit Lions in the first regular-season game at Highmark Stadium.
Munetaka Murakami hit his team-leading 32nd home run as the Chicago White Sox tied with Cleveland for first place in the AL Central with a 3-1 win over the Detroit Tigers.
There are several ways fans can watch and stream Thursday's game.
An NCAA football committee says that while it cannot overturn Western Michigan's loss to Michigan earlier this month, it acknowledges the game would have had a different outcome if replay protocols were followed.
Myles Straw had two hits and an RBI, Max Scherzer allowed one run in five innings for his second win in four starts and the Toronto Blue Jays beat the Tigers 5-1, ending Detroit's winning streak at six.
At the top of the list is the open U.S. Senate contest between Democrat Abdul El-Sayed and Republican Mike Rogers.
The Detroit Regional Partnership, which has been around for six years, has been a significant catalyst, helping bring numerous jobs and companies to the region.
The roundtable talks politics, civility and issues that will resonate this fall in various elections.
As we count down the final days of summer, there's still a wee bit of time left to grab a good book as you head to the beach or maybe your backyard.
Rachel Stewart previews the upcoming America's Thanksgiving Parade presented by Gardner White, which will celebrate its 100th anniversary in 2026.
Megan Dietz, director of operations at the Salvation Army of Southeastern Michigan, speaks about customers finding Halloween costumes at the agency's thrift shops, whether they choose premade outfits or one-of-a-kind creations made from other attire.
Both Princess Jasmine and Chalupa are available at Michigan Humane's Berman Center for Animal Care in Westland.
A federal judge on Thursday ordered the Trump administration to give 30 days' notice before any "demolition" occurs at the Kennedy Center. Meanwhile, President Trump says he's facing a big decision on Iran while complaints continue over gas prices. CBS News has this report.
A bird strike is a possible cause of an F-16 fighter crash in northern Michigan on Thursday. The pilot was injured and is receiving medical care. CBS Detroit has this report.
Metro Detroit will see mostly sunny skies with a high around 73 on Friday. But rain is in the forecast for Saturday morning and afternoon.