ICE, immigration and local response Archives

Two people with event badges stand at a metal counter; one posts a paper to the wall with tape while the other looks on wearing sunglasses.

Las Palmas owner’s son: Federal agents demand he ‘get out of the way’ as Beechview immigration enforcement heightens

by Charlie Wolfson September 9, 2026September 9, 2026

A Tuesday encounter between apparent federal agents and Latino Pittsburgh’s signature grocery store brought renewed tensions Wednesday, scaring customers but bringing out advocates for immigrants.

A gold badge with “ICE,” “U.S. Department of Homeland Security,” and “Officer” inscribed, featuring an eagle and shield emblem.

ICE, immigration and local response

ICE agreement nixed by Stowe commissioners — again

by Jamie Wiggan September 9, 2026September 11, 2026

A brick building with a “Las Palmas” sign, two parked cars, a U.S. flag, and newspaper stands on the sidewalk.

ICE, immigration and local response

Immigration enforcement in Beechview brings tense scene to Las Palmas

by Rich Lord September 8, 2026September 9, 2026

A man with a shaved head and black shirt sits at a desk, looking over his shoulder. A blurred uniformed figure and a flag are visible in the background.

ICE, A DATA CENTER & A TOWN DIVIDED

Springdale police chief says he has ‘overwhelming support’ amid petition for resignation

by Charlie Wolfson August 24, 2026August 24, 2026

A memorial photo of a woman with flowers and ribbons is taped to glass, while people holding pictures gather outside in remembrance.

ICE, immigration and local response

Decision on charges in Daphy Michel’s death, after release by ICE, in DA’s hands

by Rich Lord August 19, 2026August 20, 2026

Several individuals are being escorted by police officers into a white van at night.

ICE, immigration and local response

ICE considering buying immigrant detention facilities, other options to maintain capacity in Pa.

By Melissa Pérez-Carrillo for Spotlight PAAugust 12, 2026August 11, 2026

Officers detain a man in a white cap next to a white van on a grassy area near an intersection with traffic lights.

ICE, immigration and local response

ICE seeks 60 parking spaces in Pittsburgh amid nationwide expansion

by Halle Stockton August 7, 2026August 11, 2026

A group of people stand around a dark SUV during a street confrontation as one person films the scene with a camera.

Investigations

How ICE and a data center turned a small Pittsburgh suburb into a civic battleground

by Jamie Wiggan and Stephanie Strasburg August 4, 2026August 6, 2026

A person speaks at a podium while a police chief, seated behind a desk with a nameplate, listens attentively.

Investigations

ICE-allied police chief in Springdale faced lawsuits and allegations before clashes with critics

by Charlie Wolfson and Stephanie Strasburg August 4, 2026August 6, 2026

ICE, A DATA CENTER & A TOWN DIVIDED

Cómo ICE y un centro de datos convirtieron un suburbio de Pittsburgh en un campo de batalla cívico

by Jamie Wiggan August 4, 2026August 5, 2026

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