Mexico wants evidence to back up U.S. drug charges against officials
The U.S. Justice Department accused Sinaloa Governor Ruben Rocha Moya and nine other officials of working with the notorious Sinaloa cartel.
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U.S. captures alleged drug kingpin with $10 million bounty on his head
Eugenio Molina-Lopez is accused of heading up a gang that allegedly trafficked U.S.-bound cocaine from South America to Mexican cartels.
Mexico captures cartel leader with $5 million U.S. bounty on his head
Audias Flores Silva, also known as "El Jardinero," or The Gardener, was seen as a possible successor to "El Mencho," who was killed in February.
Top Jalisco cartel leader captured
A top leader of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel was captured Monday near the community of El Mirador in the state of Nayarit, Mexican officials said.
Cartel members linked to notorious drug lord's brother captured in Mexico
The U.S. has offered a reward of $5 million for information leading to the arrest and conviction of Aureliano Guzman Loera, known as "El Guano."
Ecuador to extradite notorious drug gang leader to U.S.
Dario Penafiel, known as "Topo," allegedly worked closely with one of Ecuador's most powerful drug lords, Adolfo Macias, alias "Fito."
Mexico weighs action after CIA agents die in crash following drug lab raid
Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum said the government is still investigating a potential violation of national security laws in the incident.
Mexico investigating after CIA employees die in crash following drug lab raid
The crash, following an operation to destroy a clandestine drug lab, has reignited a debate over U.S. involvement in Mexican security operations.
Over 1,000 bone fragments found in Mexico City ahead of World Cup
Mexico City and Guadalajara are preparing to host World Cup games in June, with protesters denouncing the government's failure to properly investigate the disappearances.
U.S. sanctions alleged "gatekeeper" of cartel human smuggling routes
The Cartel del Noreste has been accused of trafficking weapons, drugs and people, and is characterized by its violent practices and extortion.
U.S. says 1 person survived after strikes on alleged drug boats kill 5
After the strikes, Southern Command said it notified the U.S. Coast Guard to launch a search and rescue mission for the survivor.
California man who co-founded powerful Mexican cartel pleads guilty in U.S.
Erick Valencia Salazar, aka "El 85," formed the Jalisco New Generation Cartel with "El Mencho" who was killed by the Mexican army in February.
Officials seize over 5,000 pounds of meth from hidden Mexican lab
Naval personnel also seized "thousands of liters and kilos of chemical precursors," the Secretariat of the Navy said Wednesday.
Mexican cartel expert on "El Mencho" killing
Stefano Ritondale is chief intelligence officer for Artorias and also runs All Source News ,which specializes in Mexican cartels. He joined CBS News to discuss the Mexican operation that killed cartel leader "El Mencho" and the violent clashes that have broken out in the aftermath.
Violence after Mexico kills cartel leader
Clashes have erupted in western Mexico after the killing of a powerful cartel leader and Americans in parts of the country are being advised to shelter in place. CBS News reporter Karen Hua has more.
DHS officials watch for response by US-based cartel networks after leader killed
Law enforcement is monitoring potential increases in violence, coercion or debt-collection activity in domestic trafficking corridors after cartel head "El Mencho" was killed Sunday.
Chicagoans in Puerto Vallarta describe unrest after killing of Jalisco cartel leader
Some Chicago-area residents currently in Puerto Vallarta recounted hearing explosions and saw thick black smoke billowing from cars and businesses throughout the city.
Fallout after cartel leader killed in Mexico
Mexico's most notorious drug cartel has retaliated after soldiers killed their leader, Nemesio Rubén Oseguera Cervantes, also known as "El Mencho." Cartel members burned vehicles and blocked roads, stranding many tourists as airlines canceled flights. Karen Hua reports.
Former DEA official on situation in Mexico
Mike Vigil, former DEA chief of international operations, speaks with CBS News' Cristian Benavides about the military operation that killed Nemesio Rubén Oseguera Cervantes, also known as "El Mencho," and the ensuing unrest that's erupted across parts of western Mexico.
U.S., Mexico seize tons of cocaine in "coordinated" Pacific operation
President Trump has threatened to slap additional tariffs on Mexico to pressure the country into beefing up drug raids and cartel arrests.
5 workers from Canadian mining company found dead in Mexico
Authorities said that five of the 10 missing workers have been identified among 10 bodies found in clandestine graves.
Colombian security forces kill 5 members of powerful cocaine cartel
President Donald Trump is set to host Gustavo Petro at the White House for talks on combatting drug trafficking from Colombia, the world's top cocaine producer.
Gunmen open fire at soccer field in Mexico, killing 11 and wounding 12
The mayor said a woman and a child were among the wounded in the "cowardly" attack.
Accused crime boss "El Botox" arrested in murder of lime growers' leader
Officials said there were 11 arrest orders for "El Botox" for extortion and homicide. He was accused of attacking authorities with explosives.
Mexico sends 37 cartel members to U.S. amid pressure from Trump administration
Mexican Security Minister Omar García Harfuch wrote in a social media post on X that the people transferred were "high impact criminals."
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Iran says it has offered a new proposal for peace talks with the U.S.
Iran says it's offered a new proposal for talks with the U.S. to end the war, as the Strait of Hormuz standoff sends costs soaring around the world.
ICE reports 18th detainee death in 2026, putting agency on track for new record
ICE reported the 18th death of an individual in its custody so far this year, putting the agency on track to record a new all-time high in detainee deaths.
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Artemis crew tells kids moon flight was "the best roller coaster ride"
The Artemis II crew joined "CBS Mornings" Friday for a live town hall where they took questions from kids just weeks after returning from their historic moon mission.
Spirit Airlines could shut down as soon as Saturday
Negotiations over a $500 million dollar government aid package for Spirit stalled after bondholders balked at the terms.
Trump says he's hiking tariffs on EU cars and trucks to 25%
President Trump said the European Union "is not complying with our fully agreed to trade deal."
Could the FCC really yank ABC's TV licenses amid Trump spat with Kimmel?
Federal telecom regulators can revoke broadcast licenses, but legal experts say the FCC would face a tough road in forcing ABC to go dark.
Man facing ICE deportation to the Congo: "I feel like a person who has no value"
Jose Yugar-Cruz was granted a court order preventing his deportation to his home country, but the Trump administration is set to send him to the Congo.
Lizzo: "There's a long list" of things the public gets wrong about me
The pop star sat down with Gayle King for an exclusive interview airing Monday on "CBS Mornings."
Jewish Londoners describe "utter horror" and living in fear after latest attack
"We've been warning about this for a long time," one local resident told CBS News. "It's like a tsunami — you see the smaller waves before the big one hits."
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Comey faces charges over "86 47" post. How far will the case get?
Former FBI Director James Comey was charged with two counts arising out a now-deleted image he shared on Instagram that showed seashells arranged to read "86 47."
Nebraska becomes first U.S. state to enact Medicaid work requirements
The "big beautiful bill" requires U.S. states to add work requirements to Medicaid by January 2027. Experts warn millions could lose health coverage.
Remains of teen sailor who helped rescue downed WWII airmen identified
U.S. Navy Aviation Radioman 2nd Class Robert L. Cyr, Jr. enlisted at 17 and flew patrols in the Pacific before his death at 19.
Spirit Airlines could shut down as soon as Saturday
Negotiations over a $500 million dollar government aid package for Spirit stalled after bondholders balked at the terms.
ICE reports 18th detainee death in 2026, putting agency on track for new record
ICE reported the 18th death of an individual in its custody so far this year, putting the agency on track to record a new all-time high in detainee deaths.
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Nebraska becomes first U.S. state to enact Medicaid work requirements
The "big beautiful bill" requires U.S. states to add work requirements to Medicaid by January 2027. Experts warn millions could lose health coverage.
Trump says he's hiking tariffs on EU cars and trucks to 25%
President Trump said the European Union "is not complying with our fully agreed to trade deal."
More Americans are quitting their U.S. jobs to work abroad, study finds
Since 2021, the share of U.S.-based employees who have left their jobs to work in another country has more than doubled.
Home prices are dropping in one-third of U.S. cities. Here's where.
Cities in Florida and California, where home prices soared during the pandemic, saw some of the steepest declines in property values.
Amtrak may ease rules on guns on its trains, sources say
Amtrak may ease rules on guns on its trains, sources say. Critics worry that would weaken security even though, authorities say, the accused correspondents' dinner shooter took Amtrak cross-country with his firearms.
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Comey faces charges over "86 47" post. How far will the case get?
Former FBI Director James Comey was charged with two counts arising out a now-deleted image he shared on Instagram that showed seashells arranged to read "86 47."
Trump says he's hiking tariffs on EU cars and trucks to 25%
President Trump said the European Union "is not complying with our fully agreed to trade deal."
Spirit Airlines could shut down as soon as Saturday
Negotiations over a $500 million dollar government aid package for Spirit stalled after bondholders balked at the terms.
Man facing ICE deportation to the Congo: "I feel like a person who has no value"
Jose Yugar-Cruz was granted a court order preventing his deportation to his home country, but the Trump administration is set to send him to the Congo.
ICE reports 18th detainee death in 2026, putting agency on track for new record
ICE reported the 18th death of an individual in its custody so far this year, putting the agency on track to record a new all-time high in detainee deaths.
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Nebraska becomes first U.S. state to enact Medicaid work requirements
The "big beautiful bill" requires U.S. states to add work requirements to Medicaid by January 2027. Experts warn millions could lose health coverage.
Delays in visa program threaten placement of hundreds of doctors in underserved areas
Hundreds of foreign doctors about to complete training in the U.S. will have to leave the country if the federal government doesn't rapidly process their visa waiver applications, immigration attorneys say.
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New White House drug abuse strategy floats wastewater testing, AI, more treatment
The Trump administration is proposing wastewater testing to try to ferret out data on illegal drug use in real time, according to a draft of a new drug control strategy obtained by CBS News. It also proposes using AI to track threats.
"Ozempic breath" is boosting Hershey's sales of mints and gum
Hershey says it's benefiting from the growing use of GLP-1 weight-loss drugs even as people cut down on snacks. Here's why.
Funding cuts for fentanyl test strips raise concerns: "It doesn't make sense"
Test strips cost about $1 each and can be used to check drugs for dangerous contaminants, including fentanyl and xylazine.
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Superdry co-founder James Holder convicted of rape in England
James Holder, 54, was found guilty by a jury in Gloucester Crown Court of one count of rape for the May 2022 assault.
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Iran says it has offered a new proposal for peace talks with the U.S.
Iran says it's offered a new proposal for talks with the U.S. to end the war, as the Strait of Hormuz standoff sends costs soaring around the world.
Man arrested for allegedly dumping wife's body in zoo incinerator
Police arrested a man for allegedly incinerating his dead wife at the zoo where he worked, officials said, following the discovery of human remains.
U.K. raises terrorism threat level to "severe" after stabbing attack
The U.K. has raised its national threat level from "substantial" to "severe," citing the increasing threat of Islamist and extreme right-wing terrorism in the country.
Trump officials aboard as nonstop flights from U.S. to Venezuela resume
The trip comes nearly four months after U.S. forces seized Rodríguez's predecessor, Nicolás Maduro, and his wife in a daring special forces raid.
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Gold House reveals the Gold100 list
Gold House revealed its 2026 Gold100 list honoring Asian Pacific culture. Co-founder and CEO Bing Chen joins CBS News with more.
Book excerpt: "A Course Called Home" by Tom Coyne
The bestselling author and editor of The Golfer's Journal teed up for a challenge – taking over operations of a failing nine-hole community golf course in New York's Catskill Mountains – and writes of the tribulations that were par for the course.
Lizzo: "There's a long list" of things the public gets wrong about me
The pop star sat down with Gayle King for an exclusive interview airing Monday on "CBS Mornings."
Lizzo on what the public gets wrong about her
Lizzo sits down with "CBS Mornings" co-host Gayle King to discuss what the public misunderstands about her.
A look at Spencer Pratt's mayoral campaign
Spencer Pratt, who starred in the mid-2000s reality TV show "The Hills," released a new ad in his campaign for Los Angeles mayor that's getting attention online. CBS News political director Fin Gómez joins with analysis.
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Apple's latest earnings beat expectations
Apple's latest earnings report beat Wall Street expectations. CBS News contributor Patrick McGee joins with more.
Elon Musk concludes testimony in OpenAI trial
Elon Musk's testimony concluded Thursday in his lawsuit against OpenAI. Nicholas Thompson, CEO of The Atlantic and host of "The Most Interesting Thing in AI" podcast, joins "The Takeout" with analysis.
How AI powered robots are helping small farms
From labor shortages to environmental impacts, farmers are looking to AI to help revolutionize the agriculture industry. One California startup, Farm-ng, is tapping into the power of AI and robotics to perform a wide range of tasks, including seeding, weeding and harvesting.
Elon Musk cross-examined in OpenAI trial
Elon Musk was cross-examined in his lawsuit against OpenAI on Thursday. In testimony on Wednesday, he said he was "a fool" for funding OpenAI. He is accusing OpenAI and its CEO, Sam Altman, of betraying him and the public by abandoning its core mission as it transitioned from a nonprofit to a for-profit company. WIRED senior writer Maxwell Zeff joins CBS News to discuss.
Spotify's new badge identifies human artists, as AI music floods in
As AI-generated music spreads, Spotify says it wants to help users "trust the authenticity" of what they're listening to.
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Trump administration fires board overseeing National Science Foundation
The Trump administration has fired all 22 current members of an independent board that oversees the National Science Foundation, one dismissed member says.
AI used to reveal face of victim fleeing Mount Vesuvius eruption
Archaeologists found the victim holding a terracotta mortar, which they interpret as an improvised attempt to shield his head.
In a first, endangered orangutan seen using canopy bridge to cross road
Rapid development has been shrinking the jungle habitat of the critically endangered species, and fatal conflicts with people have been increasing.
Saving the Venus fly trap
The carnivorous Venus fly trap is native to the Carolinas, but its population is dwindling due to loss of habitat. Correspondent Seth Doane talks with botanist Julie Moore, who has spent much of her life helping to save these remarkable plants; and with Damon Waitt, director of the North Carolina Botanical Garden, who discusses the unusual traits of a species that Charles Darwin called the most interesting plant in the world.
From 1990: NASA launches Hubble Telescope
On April 24, 1990, NASA launched the Hubble Space Telescope from the Space Shuttle Discovery after seven years of delays. Watch CBS News' coverage from that day.
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Superdry co-founder James Holder convicted of rape in England
James Holder, 54, was found guilty by a jury in Gloucester Crown Court of one count of rape for the May 2022 assault.
Jewish leader on London stabbing attack
Keith Black, chair of the Jewish Leadership Council, joins CBS News with his reaction to the antisemitic stabbing attack in London and the threat levels rising in the U.K.
Did Jeffrey Epstein write a suicide note?
The New York Times is reporting that a note apparently left behind by convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein before his death has been tied up in court for years. CBS News' Anna Schecter has more.
Camp Mystic will not reopen this summer
Camp Mystic's operators are no longer looking to open this summer after some victims and their families spoke out against the decision. CBS News' Jason Allen reports.
Details on correspondents' dinner encounter
New video shows how Cole Allen appears to rush the security checkpoint at the White House Correspondents' Dinner. This comes as more information about his movements emerges. CBS News' Katrina Kaufman reports.
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Artemis crew surprises 5-year-old aspiring astronaut with special gift
The Artemis II team gained a new member, and the crew made sure their youngest teammate had the right stuff for space.
Artemis II crew reveals what snack they ate right after splashdown
The Artemis II astronauts said they actually really enjoyed the space food, but it was a familiar candy they enjoyed after splashing down in the Pacific Ocean.
Artemis II astronauts talk mission toilet troubles: "We made do"
The plumbing issues aboard the Orion capsule became headline news in the early days of the historic Artemis II mission.
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Artemis crew tells kids moon flight was "the best roller coaster ride"
The Artemis II astronauts joined "CBS Mornings" for a live town hall where they took questions from kids just weeks after returning from their historic moon mission.
SpaceX launches Falcon Heavy rocket carrying powerful satellite
SpaceX's most powerful operational rocket boosted a high-speed ViaSat internet data relay satellite into space to complete a globe-spanning constellation.
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Notable Deaths in 2026
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Evidence in the Barbara Kendhammer case
Does the evidence show a cover-up, or was Todd Kendhammer wrongfully convicted for the murder of his wife?
The life & near death of prizefighter Christy Salters-Martin
Christy Salters-Martin dominated in the boxing ring but faced her toughest challenger at home.
Timeline: The disappearance of George Smith
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Who is Alix Tichelman?
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Gas prices get worse as Iran war lingers on
The Iran war has reached the 60-day mark, as data shows gas prices setting a concerning record. CBS News' Natalie Brand and Kelly O'Grady report.
Gold House reveals the Gold100 list
Gold House revealed its 2026 Gold100 list honoring Asian Pacific culture. Co-founder and CEO Bing Chen joins CBS News with more.
Lizzo on what the public gets wrong about her
Lizzo sits down with "CBS Mornings" co-host Gayle King to discuss what the public misunderstands about her.
Bill Nye on the Artemis II moon mission
Bill Nye The Science Guy, the chief ambassador of The Planetary Society, joins CBS News 24/7 Mornings with more after meeting the Artemis II crew in person after their successful mission to the moon.
How 76-day partial government shutdown ended
The 76-day partial government shutdown, which impacted funding for the Department of Homeland Security, has ended. CBS News' Nikole Killion reports.