Mexico

New York City 20 hours ago

Fallen Mexican navy cadets identified in Brooklyn Bridge ship collision

Cadets América Yamilet Sánchez and Adal Jair Marcos killed as Mexican navy ship Cuauhtémoc hits Brooklyn Bridge. Investigation by NTSB and other agencies is ongoing.

New York City 1 day ago

Coast Guard rejects Schumer's claim that DOGE contributed to fatal Brooklyn Bridge crash

After a deadly crash at the Brooklyn Bridge, Sen. Chuck Schumer, D-N.Y., questions the impact of a DHS hiring freeze on Coast Guard systems.

Mexico 1 day ago

Americans planning Mexico vacations face new safety concerns as US raises travel advisory

American travelers are urged to stay alert in Mexico as violence is on the rise in tourist hot spots like Cabo, Tulum and La Paz this summer.

New York 1 day ago

Crew on Mexican Navy tall ship seen clinging to rigging after collision with Brooklyn Bridge, video shows

Two sailors dead, 20 injured as Mexican Navy ship Cuauhtémoc hits Brooklyn Bridge. No one fell into the water. Incident under investigation for mechanical fault.

Mexico 2 days ago

NTSB launches 'go-team' of specialized investigators after Brooklyn Bridge struck by Mexican navy ship

The National Transportation Safety Board is sending a specialized group of investigators to New York after a Mexican ship crashed into the Brooklyn Bridge.

Mexico 4 days ago

TikTok influencer in Mexico shot and killed on livestream

A Mexican social media influencer was fatally shot during a TikTok livestream and authorities suspect she was the victim of targeted hit.

Immigration 5 days ago

Drummer detained by CBP before flight to Europe for band's tour

The drummer for the Texas-based band Lord Buffalo was detained by federal immigration officers as his band was set to jet off for a European tour.

Mexican Cartel Violence 5 days ago

El Chapo's family members cross US border in apparent deal with Trump administration

Sinaloa Cartel family members, including El Chapo's ex-wife, entered the U.S. under a deal with the government, as confirmed by Mexican Security Secretary.

Cruises 6 days ago

Mexico rolls back its controversial new tax on cruise ship visitors

Mexico's cruise tax starts at $5, rising to $21 by 2028, potentially affecting passenger choices. The Florida-Caribbean Cruise Association supports the fee for its community benefits.

Mexico May 11

US shuts southern border to livestock imports to stop spread of deadly flies

The U.S. is putting a temporary stop on livestock imports through southern border ports of entry to try and eradicate the spread of the deadly parasitic new world screwworm.

Mexico May 11

US one step closer to ‘100%’ deal with Mexico ending decades-long sewage crisis gripping vacation hotspot: EPA

EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin announced the U.S. is one step closer to locking in a deal with Mexico to permanently end the sewage crisis rocking the San Diego area.

Mexico May 10

Mexico sues Google for changing 'Gulf of Mexico' to 'Gulf of America' after Trump's order

Mexico has sued Google after it changed the label for the Gulf of Mexico to the Gulf of America on its maps platform to match U.S. President Donald Trump's executive order.

Illegal Immigrants May 6

Noem calls for the death penalty following maritime human smuggling attempt that left child dead

The U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of California says five Mexican nationals were charged in a human smuggling incident that resulted in three deaths and one missing child.

Donald Trump May 5

Trump says Mexican president is afraid of cartels after she rejected his offer to send US troops to Mexico

President Donald Trump claimed Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum is afraid of the cartels after she rejected his offer to send U.S. troops to Mexico.

Donald Trump May 4

Trump to tap new national security advisor in 6 months; calls Waltz move ‘upgrade’

President Trump spoke to reporters from Air Force One Sunday night, answering questions from the national security advisor to an offer to send troops to Mexico to fight cartels.

Politics May 3

Mexican president declines Trump's offer of US troops to help fight drug cartels

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum recently confirmed President Donald Trump offered U.S. military assistance to address cartel concerns, and she declined.

Mexico April 30

Mexico says it accepted 39K deportees from the US, mostly Mexican nationals

Nearly 33,000 Mexican citizens have been deported from the U.S. and returned to Mexico following President Donald Trump's crackdown on illegal immigrants.

Health April 29

EXCLUSIVE: Cattle industry chief warns flesh-eating fly menaces US herds as Mexico yields on pest fight

Buck Wehrbein, president of the NCBA, warns of a deadly fly threatening U.S. cattle, even after Mexico has begun allowing sterile fly planes to resume vital eradication efforts.

Texas April 29

Cruise line bans dozens after massive brawl caught on camera breaks out at Texas port: 'Do not sail list'

Carnival Cruise Line banned dozens of passengers after they were involved in a massive brawl while disembarking their ship in Galveston, Texas.

Donald Trump April 28

Deal struck between US and Mexico to ensure Texas farmers get much-needed water

Mexico agreed to provide water to South Texas farmers on Monday, just weeks after President Trump threatened to impose tariffs and sanctions against the neighbor to the south.

Politics April 26

USDA threatens to halt Mexican beef imports over flesh-eating fly crisis

The USDA threatened to halt imports of Mexican cattle and bison if Mexico fails to act against a flesh-eating screwworm fly spreading north toward U.S. herds.

Lifestyle April 24

Fyre Festival fraudster announces major career move amid second act controversy

Billy McFarland, creator of the Fyre Festival, is selling the brand after his redo event, Fyre Festival 2, was postponed. The festival was set to begin on May 30 in Mexico.

Border security April 23

Mexican police bring in major cartel boss in ICE-assisted raid: 'Major milestone'

Federal immigration agents partnered with the government of Mexico to arrest a plaza boss affiliated with the Sinaloa cartel known by the number "440."

Lifestyle April 23

Fyre Festival 2: Fraudster's Mexico redo raises red flags about social media fads, former designer warns

Fyre Festival's former social media designer discusses Billy McFarland's plans for a second festival set in Mexico in late May, which has apparently been postponed.

San Diego April 22

EPA chief Zeldin launches talks with Mexico to end sewage hitting San Diego, Navy SEALs: 'Out of patience'

EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin traveled to San Diego April 22, where he met with Navy SEAL vets and local leaders to assess a Mexican sewage crisis contaminating US waters.

California April 19

Escaped California inmate who killed leader of elite Mexican police unit while on the run has been arrested

An escaped California inmate wanted for killing the leader of an elite Mexican police unit while on the run was arrested in Tijuana, Mexico.

Lifestyle April 18

Fyre Festival 2 'postponed' after Mexico plans derailed, ticket vendor issues refunds

Tickets are being refunded for Fyre Festival 2, which has been postponed just over a month before the event was scheduled to take place and weeks after organizers promised success.

Supreme Court April 17

Justice Kagan denies emergency appeal to halt deportation of Mexican nationals claiming asylum from cartel

Justice Kagan denies emergency appeal from four Mexican nationals facing deportation, allowing removal to proceed without referral to full Supreme Court.

Airport News & Updates April 17

Southwest Airlines flight bound for Mexico returns to Houston after 'engine issue'

A Southwest Airlines flight headed to Los Cabos, Mexico, returned to Texas on Thursday after an apparent issue with the plane's engine.

Mexico April 17

Love avocados? Biden admin caving to Mexican cartels could have devastating impact on wildly popular fruit

The Biden administration ending a USDA inspection program for Mexican avocados following cartel violence could affect US avocado growers if weevils infest farms, experts warn.