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These are the 287(g) agreements signed with ICE by the four North Carolina law enforcement agencies

Three of the four North Carolina state agencies included in SB 153 have already signed collaboration agreements with the federal 287(g) program.

by Walter Gomez

2026 Elections in Carolina from North

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SB 153 Law

Highway Patrol officers would act as ICE agents at traffic stops in North Carolina

September 29, 2026September 29, 2026

North Carolina settlements with ICE under SB 153: What you should know about your rights

September 30, 2026September 30, 2026

SB 153: What is known and what is still unclear about North Carolina's new immigration law

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Politics

Buncombe will begin buying 214 flood-prone properties two years after Helene

by Patricia Serrano

Elizabeth Monterrey Duvall will remain on the CMS Board of Education despite receiving threats

by Patricia Ortiz

Hatteras Island under state of emergency: access to the island is restricted

by Walter Gomez

2026 elections

Voting by mail in North Carolina: three key steps

by Walter Gomez

What languages are available at polling places in North Carolina?

by Emilia Rivadeneira

North Carolina changes guidelines for processing mail-in ballots, a resource used more by Democrats than Republicans

by Claudia Rivera Cotto

Ask the Expert

What to do if you encounter the police, ICE, or other federal agents? The rights you should know

Remaining silent, refusing a search, filming officers, or requesting assistance in Spanish are some of the rights that may come into play during an encounter with the authorities. A lawyer explains what to do and what to avoid in these situations.

by Nicolas Baintrub

Immigration

Deportation orders skyrocket in Charlotte immigration court for failure to appear at hearings

by Patricia Ortiz

Lawyers and families in North Carolina report difficulties in locating those detained by ICE

by Patricia Ortiz

Siembra NC reports at least 10 arrests during a checkpoint in Tabor City

by Walter Gomez

special report

As luxury development plans move forward, affordable Midtown housing in Raleigh is quietly disappearing.

by Claudia Rivera Cotto y Chantal Allam

What does the Midtown boom in Raleigh mean for the immigrant community hidden behind it?

by Claudia Rivera Cotto

10 things you should know about Raleigh Midtown's 28-acre expansion

by Chantal Allam

IMMIGRATION RESOURCES

How to contact the Guatemalan Consulate in North Carolina?

Are you observing an immigration operation? Know what you can and cannot do according to the law.

What happens to your car if ICE stops you while you're driving?

What immigration documents should residents carry and what documents should U.S. citizens carry?

Where can I locate a person detained by ICE?

What to do in the event of an ICE raid in the countryside?

Where to find immigration lawyers and avoid scams

What do I do if ICE comes to my work?

Spanish resources to protect yourself

Court Order vs. ICE Warrant: When Should You Open Your Door to Immigration Agents?

How to pay bail for a person detained by ICE?

Can I visit an ICE detainee once I have located them in the system?

How can I plan for my pets' future if I am detained or deported?

How can I plan for my children's future if I am detained or deported?

What documents should I have ready in case I have a problem with immigration?

How to prepare a family emergency package for critical immigration situations?

How can I protect my assets in case of immigration problems?

What are powers of attorney and why are they important in case of immigration issues?

How to contact the Honduran Consulate in North Carolina?

How to contact the Consulate of El Salvador in North Carolina?

How to contact the Mexican Consulate in North Carolina?

What is the difference between a lawyer and a notary?

Where can I find organizations that provide legal assistance to immigrants in North Carolina?

What is the difference between police, sheriff and state trooper?

What to do if the police or Immigration stops you while driving?

What are the rights of minors during an immigration raid in the U.S.?

What are your rights during an immigration raid?

Where to report and verify ICE arrests or raids in North Carolina?

What is the difference between an accredited representative and an immigration attorney?

What visas does the United States issue and what are they for?

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Community

Hendersonville is offering free mulch again for the first time since Helene

by Patricia Serrano

Nominate your favorite leaders: The Latin American Coalition opens nominations for its “Latino Pride” campaign

by Patricia Ortiz

Affordable housing mobilizes Wake County

by Walter Gomez

Recovery helene

Two years after Helene, what are the challenges for businesses in western North Carolina?

by Patricia Serrano

Two years later, Helene's wounds remain open in Swannanoa

by Patricia Serrano

Helene: What does the $706 million of the new state budget mean for Buncombe?

by Patricia Serrano

El Jornalero

H-2A farmworkers warn of low income and rising expenses

Farmworkers gathered by El Futuro Es Nuestro said they have faced lower incomes, weeks with little work, and difficulty covering basic expenses this season. Research by an agricultural economist shows that changes in H-2A wages have distinct effects on those who work in the fields and on the farms that depend on them…

by Estefanía Pinto Ruiz

Workers and allies protest at Costa Farms Leicester

by Patricia Serrano

H-2A workers: from September 2nd, hours count towards possible retroactive payment

by Patricia Serrano

A federal judge has declared the H-2A pay cut illegal: Here's what we know so far

by Patricia Serrano

Extreme heat and workplace negligence: the case of a farm worker in Harnett County

by Emilia Rivadeneira

Paperwork

El Salvador's mobile consulate arrives in Swannanoa: date, location, and available services

by Patricia Serrano

NCDMV opens "mega office" for driver's licenses in Charlotte

by Patricia Ortiz

North Carolina eliminates the Certificate of Driving Eligibility for young drivers

by Emilia Rivadeneira

The Argentine mobile consulate will arrive in Charlotte in October: learn about the available services

by Walter Gomez

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resources and aid programs

How to prepare for a natural disaster if you are an immigrant in North Carolina

by Luis Tellez

A free forum on food security will be held in Winston-Salem, in Spanish.

by Patricia Ortiz

The Hickory Latino Center offers free election readiness workshops for the community

by Patricia Serrano

YWCA High Point opens call for applications to train young people in civic participation

by Enlace Latino NC

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