10 killed in shootout with police officers in Mexico
The prosecutor's office did not say whether the suspected criminals belonged to a drug trafficking cartel, although such gangs operate in the region.
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The prosecutor's office did not say whether the suspected criminals belonged to a drug trafficking cartel, although such gangs operate in the region.
Officials say the brazen theft from a Mexican seaport is indicative of the "very serious organized crime" gripping the nation.
Mexican cartels export tons of extremely pure meth to the United States each year, sometimes in liquid form.
Mob justice is not uncommon in parts of Mexico, particularly in more remote areas where police are slow to arrive.
Photos of the bodies showed extensive bruising on the corpses, suggesting they had been beaten.
The company that makes the popular hot sauce says the drought in Mexico has affected chili pepper production, warning that a shortage could last throughout the summer.
Twenty years ago, this mother risked her life crossing the US-Mexico Border to offer her daughter Nataly a better future. Now, her daughter crossed the Harvard graduation stage — and she made sure to celebrate her mom's sacrifices on the important day.
President Biden is in Los Angeles to host leaders for the Summit of the Americas. CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe joined Anne-Marie Green and Vladimir Duthiers with a look at what we can expect.
Former Homeland Security Secretary Jeh Johnson, now a partner with the Paul, Weiss law firm, joined CBS News to discuss a controversial proposal to share graphic images of victims of AR-15 shootings in order to "awaken" the public and push lawmakers to enact gun law reforms.
Naasón Joaquín García, the leader of a Mexican megachurch, was sentenced Wednesday to more than 16 years in a California prison for sexually abusing young female followers. CBS Los Angeles' Serene Branson reports the sentence came after emotional statements by young women García was charged with sexually abusing.
García allegedly used his spiritual sway to have sex with girls and young women who were told it would lead to their salvation — or damnation if they refused.
The Biden Administration's Summit of the Americas is off to a rocky start after disputes over the guest list. CBS News correspondent Enrique Acevado joins "CBS News Mornings" with more.
The mass shooting happened just two weeks after 11 people were killed in an apparent revenge attack in the same state.
The Summit of the Americas is underway in Los Angeles, but a key member won't be there. Mexican President Andrés Manuel López Obrador says he's not attending. CBS News anchors Tanya Rivero and Elaine Quijano spoke with former U.S. Ambassador to Mexico and current Counsel to White and Case in Mexico, Antonio Garza, about how this could impact the summit.
President Biden is preparing for the Summit of the Americas, which is being held in Los Angeles. He will be joined by leaders from North, Central and South American countries as they explore economic relationships and shared policy goals. CBS News political contributor and Democratic strategist Joel Payne joined CBS News' Lana Zak to discuss.
The United States is hosting the Summit of the Americas in Los Angeles. The gathering includes world leaders from across North, South and Central America. Eric Farnsworth, the vice president of Council of the Americas, joined CBS News' Lana Zak to discuss the summit.
A massive manhunt is underway for one of the most dangerous drug traffickers in the world. Joaquin "El Chapo" Guzman escaped from his maximum-security prison over the weekend. It is the second time he has broken free. Omar Villafranca reports.
The head of the prison where Joaquin “El Chapo” Guzman escaped has been fired. Mexican authorities are offering a nearly $4 million reward for the drug kingpin’s capture. The DEA reportedly warned Mexico more than a year ago about an escape plan. Omar Villafraca reports from the U.S.-Mexico border in Laredo, Texas.
The head of the prison where Joaquin “El Chapo” Guzman escaped has been fired. Mexican authorities are offering a $3.8 million reward for the drug kingpin's capture. David Gaddis, CEO of G-Global Protection Solutions and former regional director of the Drug Enforcement Agency in Mexico, joins the "CBS This Morning" co-hosts to discuss "El Chapo's" influence in Mexico and how he may have pulled off the brazen escape.
A reality show producer gets 12 years in prison for killing his wife in Mexico - a crime he told "48 Hours" he didn't commit. Is it over? Troy Roberts reports.
Hundreds of men and women gathered in Mexico City dressed as Catrina, known as the "Skeleton Lady", where they managed to set the Guinness World Record for the most Catrinas in one place at one time.
The police official allegedly gives law enforcement information to the Jalisco drug cartel "in exchange for bribes."
"There are at least seven cases of women's killings where this person could be involved," authorities said.
Residents in San Isidro del Palmar waded through neck-deep water to salvage what items they could from their homes.
Agatha made history as the strongest hurricane to come ashore in May when it made landfall Monday in southern Mexico. The governor of Mexico's Oaxaca state said Tuesday at least 11 people were killed by flooding and landslides caused by the storm.