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Sheinbaum Orders Investigation After Eight Newborns Die in Mexican Hospitals

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum called for a full investigation after eight newborns died in neonatal intensive care units at two government-run hospitals in the states of Jalisco and Durango, cases that have raised questions about infections detected among some of the infants.

Latin Times · Oct 2

Meet María Vargas: The Newly Elected Miss Universe Mexico 2026

María Vargas, representing Jalisco, is the new Miss Universe Mexico. She was elected this weekend, after beating 31 contestants from across the country and earning the right to represent Mexico at Miss Universe 2026 in Puerto Rico.

Latin Times · Aug 31

Michoacán: Nine Suspected CJNG Operatives Fall, But the Cell's Boss Is Still Missing

Nine detained in Michoacán over CJNG ties; alleged boss "Tío Lako" remains at large despite blockades and burning vehicles.

Latin Times · Aug 21

Beauty Influencer Shot Dead on TikTok Livestream After Split With Cartel Leader's Son, Prosecutors Claim

Mexican authorities have arrested a CJNG cartel member linked to the murder of influencer Valeria Márquez, who was killed during a livestream. The arrest highlights connections to her ex-partner

International Business Times UK · Aug 4

Mexican Cartel Leader Arrested After TikToker Who 'Dumped His Son' Was Murdered in Livestreamed Execution

A suspected cartel leader, 'El R-1', has been arrested for ordering the 2025 murder of TikTok influencer Valeria Márquez, whose killing was livestreamed.

International Business Times UK · Aug 3

Who Is Juan Carlos Valencia González, the Jalisco Cartel's Newly Confirmed Leader?

According to OFAC, Valencia González, also known as "El Pelón," leads the cartel alongside Gonzalo Mendoza Gaytán, also known as "El Sapo," and Audias Flores Silva, also known as "El Jardinero," who serve as his top lieutenants.

Latin Times · Jul 28

U.S., Mexico Announce Largest-Ever Financial Crackdown on Jalisco Cartel, Sanctioning 55 People and Businesses

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said sanctions are intended to deny CJNG "the resources it uses to traffic fentanyl, terrorize communities, and threaten American lives"

Latin Times · Jul 24

Beauty Influencer Went Live From Her Salon, And Moments Later The World Watched An Unbelievable Tragedy

Once a promising model, Valeria Márquez lost her life after being targeted by organized crime. The case remains unsolved to this day.

Bored Panda · Jul 1

‘Mexican Batman’ Is Duct-Taping Motorcycle Thieves to Lampposts. Muy Bien

'Mexican Batman' has been bringing vigilante justice to Jalisco, Mexico, after duct-taping would-be motorcycle thieves to lampposts.

RideApart · Jul 1

US Treasury imposes sanctions on Mexican cartel over fuel theft ring

These actions target the cartel’s expanding financial operations beyond traditional drug trafficking

The Independent UK · Jun 30