Organizations that support immigrants in much of Northern California announced a new partnership Thursday, only hours after federal agents detained at least 12 people in south Sacramento.

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Immigrant communities in Northern California are facing growing fear as immigration raids increase, driven by substantial funding boosts for Immigration and Customs Enforcement under President Donald Trump's newly signed budget.

The Sacramento RISE Hub — short for Regional Immigrant Support and Empowerment — will provide rapid response services, legal assistance and community education. The effort will partner with local schools, labor unions, faith-based organizations, local governments and other community groups.