Central America

Immigration February 10

Nicaragua blocks pathway used by Cuban migrants to reach the US

Nicaragua blocks Cuban citizens from entering without visas, eliminating a key migration route to the U.S. border through Central America and Mexico.

Opinion February 6

I infiltrated radical groups 40 years ago. Leftists are desperate for martyrs

Congressional testimony from 1980s exposes how revolutionary organizations put activists in danger to create media outrage and public sympathy.

Massachusetts February 3

Families of 3 Massachusetts women who died at Belize resort file $100m lawsuit against hotel, Expedia: report

Families of three Massachusetts women who died from carbon monoxide poisoning at a Belize resort have filed a $100 million wrongful death lawsuit.

World February 3

Who is the populist conservative president-elect in Costa Rica?

Laura Fernández Delgado wins Costa Rica's presidential election with roughly 48% of the vote, set to become the country's second female president.

VIDEO February 2

Doug Burgum praises Trump’s ‘energy dominance’ amid increased pressure on Cuba

Interior Secretary Doug Burgum discusses the Trump administration’s focus on energy policy, mounting pressure on Cuba to make a deal with the U.S. and more on ‘America Reports.’

VIDEO February 2

NEW: Trump confirms talks with Cuba, hopeful he will strike deal

President Donald Trump speaks to reporters on efforts to make a deal with Cuba.

Travel January 20

Security alert issued for tropical destination after major gangs attack police

As gang violence escalates, the U.S. Embassy has issued a security alert for Americans in Guatemala. Travelers have been advised to use increased caution.

Airlines January 17

FAA warns about flying in Central, South America and eastern Pacific, citing possible ‘military activities’

The FAA issued a series of flight safety warnings for U.S. airlines flying over the eastern Pacific near Mexico, Central America and South America

World January 3

Maduro capture echoes Noriega takedown that used rock music as psychological warfare against dictator

Nicolás Maduro's capture in Venezuela draws striking parallels to the dramatic 1989 U.S. operation that brought down Panamanian dictator Manuel Noriega.

Central America December 24

Trump-backed candidate Asfura wins Honduras presidential election

Tito Asfura secured Honduras' presidency, defeating Salvador Nasralla and Rixi Ramona Moncada Godoy in a polarized campaign that shifts Central America's political landscape.