Mexico

Latin America 4 days ago

Western Hemisphere defense chiefs convene after border drone scare prompts airspace closure

Top U.S. military leaders hosted over 30 nations in Washington to strengthen Western Hemisphere security cooperation and address growing regional threats.

Drones 4 days ago

US military shot down party balloon near El Paso after drone suspicion, official says

A U.S. official says the military shot down a party balloon near El Paso, Texas, after initially suspecting it was a foreign drone, prompting a temporary airspace closure.

Justice Department February 5

Alleged Sinaloa cartel fentanyl producer charged in newly unsealed US federal indictment

Mexican authorities arrested alleged Sinaloa cartel fentanyl producer Ivan Valerio Sainz Salazar, who is accused of supplying deadly pills to the Chapitos faction.

Mexico February 4

Nine charged in bold gun-running scheme to push heavy firepower across southern border

Nine people, who face federal charges for allegedly running a firearms trafficking scheme, are accused of using straw purchases to smuggle weapons to Mexico.

Crime January 30

California woman arrested after allegedly beheading boyfriend, fleeing to Mexico

A California woman allegedly decapitated her boyfriend and fled to Mexico in a shocking murder case. Alyssa Lira was arrested after a months-long international search.

Miami January 30

Accused US killer captured in Mexico after monthslong international manhunt for recycling bin murder

Daylon Fleitas Gonzalez found dead in recycling bin after meeting alleged killer who owed him money. Suspect now extradited from Mexico to face charges.

Travel January 27

Tourists may face steep fines and jail time for vapes at popular vacation hot spot

The vape ban in Mexico carries penalties of up to $12,500 and 8 years in prison. Cruise passengers are warned to leave e-cigarettes onboard as the country enforces new rules.

Venezuelan Political Crisis January 27

Post-Maduro, pressure builds on Mexico over Cuba’s new oil lifeline

Cuba's regime faces its weakest point in 65 years as Mexico allegedly steps in with oil aid, sparking growing U.S. concerns about Communist support.

Olympics January 23

Ex-Olympian Ryan Wedding arrives in US, escorted off plane in cuffs by FBI after Mexico capture

Former Olympic snowboarder Ryan Wedding was escorted by the FBI at an Ontario airport after surrendering to face federal charges for allegedly running a drug trafficking network.

Mexican Cartel Violence January 23

American OnlyFans star with Mexican cartel ties kidnapped at gunpoint outside mall

An Arizona OnlyFans star was allegedly kidnapped at gunpoint in Mexico, according to video. Nicole Pardo Molina's abduction may be linked to a cartel rivalry in Sinaloa.