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Local restaurateur Paul Dama granted asylum after more than 3 months in ICE custody
Dama survived abduction by Boko Haram and said he feared returning to his native Nigeria. -
Amid ICE surge, Somerville becomes a focal point for arrests
City officials say federal agents are targeting the local Brazilian community. -
Continued ICE activity leads to sightings of agents at local hospitals
Federal immigration agents bringing detainees in for medical treatment is causing anxiety. -
Brazilian immigrants in Greater Boston are being detained by ICE in large numbers
The largest immigrant community in Massachusetts is also being arrested in larger numbers since President Donald Trump took office. Fear is ricocheting through the community — even among those who once supported Trump during his election. -
Husband of local attorney detained by ICE in window shattering incident
Wife says Elias Escobar was injured during the arrest and didn't receive proper medical attention. -
Connecticut official bans masked ICE agents, warrantless arrests in state courts
The chief justice of the Connecticut Supreme Court said his goal is to keep court buildings safe. -
Everett cancels Hispanic Heritage Month celebration over ICE fears
The Boston related events will continue, organizers tell GBH News. -
Immigration arrests increase in Massachusetts with new ICE operation
Local and state officials deny federal accusations that sanctuary policies have shielded serious criminals. -
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USCIS to resume interviewing neighbors and coworkers of citizenship applicants
Local organizations worry the additional hurdle will discourage some immigrants from applying.
