2 Chicagoans stuck in Mexico amid violence over death of cartel leader
Violence continues in several areas in Mexico following the killing of drug cartel "El Mencho" during a military operation on Sunday.
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Violence continues in several areas in Mexico following the killing of drug cartel "El Mencho" during a military operation on Sunday.
The violence began on Sunday after the Mexican army killed the cartel leader. Afterwards, members of the cartel began to set cars and buses on fire to block roads.
Nemesio Rubén Oseguera Cervantes — known as "El Mencho" — was the boss of one of the fastest-growing criminal networks in Mexico.
The U.S. Embassy has now expanded its security alert, urging Americans in multiple Mexican states to shelter in place as security operations continue. Darius Johnson reports.
Some Chicago-area residents currently in Puerto Vallarta recounted hearing explosions and saw thick black smoke billowing from cars and businesses throughout the city.
Mexico's Ministry of Defense security forces killed the leader of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel, Nemesio Rubén Oseguera Cervantes, known as "El Mencho," in a military operation.
The Mexican military killed cartel leader El Mencho, setting off a chain reaction leading to unrest in Puerto Vallarta and elsewhere. Darius Johnson reports.
The U.S. Embassy is urging American citizens in and around Puerto Vallarta to shelter in place. Darius Johnson reports from O’Hare International Airport on the flight disruptions and security concerns.
Some Americans are now stuck in Puerto Vallarta amid the violence and are trying to return home. Wendy Gillette reports.
As smoke billowed and chaos unfolded through the streets of several Mexican states, people cleared out and were told by elected leaders to avoid highways and to stay inside.
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It comes just a week after another high-profile party inside, sparking concerns about safety and cost.
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Panettiere is known for her roles in "Remember the Titans" and "Heroes." No further details about her death were released.
According to a village spokesperson, a masked gunman entered the restaurant and opened fire toward an intended target, who was then shot and killed by a security officer.
It comes just a week after another high-profile party inside, sparking concerns about safety and cost.
Hayden Panettiere, who starred in "Remember the Titans" as a child actor and rose to fame in the sci-fi series "Heroes," has died at the age of 36.
Supporters call recent sexual abuse allegations against him unfounded and accuse the Archdiocese of Chicago of trying to destroy his ministry.
PRO would be a "comprehensive" update to the 40-year-old renter laws in Chicago
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More violations at Chicago's Bohemian National Cemetery and Crematorium have surfaced, which is now under investigation for its role in mishandling bodies connected to the family that ran South Chicago Chapel.
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A lawsuit on behalf of a man who was shot and killed by police in Humboldt Park in March claims a CPD officer fired deadly shots just after arriving at a controlled scene instead of de-escalating.
Kamilla Cardoso had 22 points and 12 rebounds, while Natasha Cloud scored 20 points.
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