There are an estimated 5,500 undocumented immigrants in the United States who have been diagnosed with kidney failure.

Indianapolis-based Exodus Refugee Immigration says it hasn't encountered any troubles in resettling nearly 100 Syrians in Indiana this year.

Testifying before an Indiana Senate study committee, Michael Cutler warned of what he sees as the dangers posed by illegal immigration.

Representatives from various industries across Indiana want to highlight contributions made by immigrants to Indiana.

"The only reason the killer was in America in the first place is because we allowed his family to come here," Donald Trump said on Monday.

A state Senate fiscal analysis estimates illegal immigration costs the state up to $130 million a year.

The vote was 9-0 Wednesday night to deny a request for variances on property that multinational prison operator GEO Group Inc. wanted to use for the 788-bed detention center near the Gary/Chicago International Airport.

The first of six committee meetings featured testimony from two expert witnesses who advocated for stricter immigration measures.

An Indiana Senate study committee on immigration kicks off next week with the first of six meetings.

Jesus Hernandez and his family have lived in Indianapolis for almost 20 years. After being arrested and placed in deportation proceedings, his family and friends are calling for his release.