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Jalisco Cartel Transformed Houston Into a Key U.S. Drug Hub in Just Six Years, Report Claims

A new report by Milenio, based on a judicial file obtained by the outlet, details how the cartel built a wide network of local distributors in Houston in only six years, a structure that turned the city into a major drug distribution hub for five U.S. states.

Latin Times

Cartel Infighting and Betrayals Escalate, Mexican Authorities Claim In New Report

Heavy losses and La Mayiza's rising dominance have sparked a wave of defections from Los Chapitos, with several operators switching allegiances to join the faction led by Ismael Zambada Sicairos, alias " Mayito Flaco."

Latin Times

Trump Administration's New Humanitarian Parole Policies Are Hurting Elderly Mexicans and Their Families, Report Shows

As part of the Trump administration's immigration policies aimed at reducing illegal immigration, new restrictions have been established for elderly individuals and their family members seeking to travel to the United States due to emergencies.

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Mexican Areas Hit by Devastating Floods Also Struggle With Severe Cartel Violence: Report

Many of the municipalities hit the hardest by devastating floods lie within territories where violent clashes are common, as rival criminal groups continue fighting in the region.

Latin Times

Trump Administration's New Humanitarian Parole Policies Are Hurting Elderly Mexicans and Their Families, Report Shows

Latin Times

Cartels Are Distributing Humanitarian Aid During Mexico Floods to Win Over Public Support

As communities work to recover from devastating floods, a recent report reveals how drug cartels are taking advantage of the crisis to expand their control and win support in the hardest-hit areas.

Latin Times

Mexican congressional staffer resigns after TV comments about Charlie Kirk

News network Milenio releases public apology after US deputy secretary of state threatens to revoke Mexican visas

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Fuel Theft Ring in Tamaulipas Leads to Charges Against 10 Mexican Officials, Including Navy Vice Admiral

According to reports, a protected witness who once worked in Tampico customs alerted investigators to a fuel smuggling network allegedly led by Vice Admiral Manuel Roberto Farías Laguna and his brother, Rear Admiral Fernando Farías Laguna.

Latin Times

Former Los Zetas Plaza Boss 'El Chelelo' Sentenced to Over 31 Years in U.S. Prison

According to the U.S. Department of Justice, "El Chelelo" was responsible for smuggling more than 3,000 tons of drugs into southern Texas over a span of four years.

Latin Times

From Propaganda Tools to Targets: Why Cartels Are Killing Influencers in Sinaloa's Turf Wars

Influencers tied to cartels are now targets, pressured to back factions in Sinaloa's internal war and used as mouthpieces in the conflict.

Latin Times

Mexican YouTuber With Alleged Past Ties to Sinaloa Cartel Killed in Morelos

Camilo Ochoa Delgado recently criticized the government's lack of action against threats made to him: "until something happens to someone within the authorities who protect them, they are not going to pay attention"

Latin Times

Mexican Drug Cartels Are Modernizing Their Clandestine Labs, Turning Them Into 'Mobile Kitchens'

A new report suggests that criminal organizations have evolved their synthetic drug production methods and shifted away from stationary "narco labs" to smaller, more mobile facilities

Latin Times

YouTube Removes Mexican Rapper's Account After U.S. Sanctions Him Over Links to Cartel del Noreste

Ricardo Hernández Medrano, also known as El Makabelico, had his YouTube account shut down as U.S. authorities allege the Mexican rapper plays a key role in the criminal operations of the Cartel del Noreste (CDN)

Latin Times

Animal Shelter Claims Jalisco Cartel Is Threatening To Kill All Animals If Not Paid Thousands a Month

An animal shelter in Jalisco is accusing the eponymous cartel of threatening to kill all animals if not paid thousands a month to be allowed to operate

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Jalisco Cartel Now Recruiting Young People At Fast Food Restaurants, Report Claims

The Jalisco Cartel has switched recruiting tactics following the fallout related to the discovery of a training and extermination camp, now meeting potential operatives at fast food restaurants

Latin Times

U.S. Prosecutors Present Nearly 5 Million Files in Case Against Los Zetas Cartel Leaders

On June 11, prosecutors revealed that the case includes roughly 490,000 intercepted calls, transcripts, intelligence summaries, and other materials related to Miguel Ángel and Omar Treviño Morales, who led the cartel throughout the 2010s.

Latin Times

More Individuals Expected to Face Narco-Terrorism Charges, Court Documents Show

Several other individuals are set to be prosecuted as "narco-terrorists," including former Colombian guerrilla fighters and two U.S. citizens.

Latin Times

Friend Of TikTok Influencer Murdered While Livestreaming Accused Online of Playing a Role In The Crime

Vivian de la Torre, a friend of slain TikTok influencer Valeria Marquez, is being accused of playing a role in her murder while streaming live

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Jalisco Cartel Leader 'El Doble R' Named Prime Suspect in Murder Of TikTok Influencer Valeria Marquez

A man known as "El Doble R" or "El Tripa" is believed to be the prime suspect in the killing of Valeria Márquez, a 23-year-old beauty influencer who was shot and killed May 13 while livestreaming on TikTok

Latin Times

Not Just Social Media: How Cartels Are Exploiting The Cyber Space To Expand Their Activities

An expert detailed the way in which cartels are seeking to expand their operations in the cyber space

Latin Times

Law Enforcement Agents Killed a Latino Every Two Days In the First Months Of 2025: Report

Between 2013 and 2023, 22% of the total victims killed by police officers — or approximately 2,776 people — were Latino

Latin Times

Mexican Cartels Are Using Casinos, to Launder Fentanyl Proceedings In the U.S.

A 2024 report revealed that cartels and associated chemical brokers use front companies, money mules and U.S.-based intermediaries to purchase fentanyl precursor chemicals from Chinese-based suppliers

Latin Times

Governors of Three Mexican Border States Oppose Delivery of Water Owed To The U.S.

Under the terms of a 1944 treaty, Mexico is required to deliver 1.75 million acre-feet of water from the Rio Grande to the U.S. every five years

Latin Times

Mexico Top Security Official Introduces Elite Unit To Combat Top Cartel Operatives

The UNO force counts with powers of prevention, investigation and response to high-impact situations

Latin Times

Survivors of Cartel Extermination Center Share Harrowing Testimonies Of Captivity: 'They Tortured Us Every Day'

"If they sent you to get toilet paper or asked you to torture your partner you had to do it. There were no second chances given," one man said.

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