Latin America and Caribbean

In Real Life: State of ExceptionIn Real Life: State of Exception

In Real Life: State of ExceptionNelufar Hedayat examines the impact of the controversial "State of Exception" in El Salvador and the U.S.

DEC 3, 2023 | Nelufar Hedayat and Kevin Clancy

5 journalists were shot in one day in Mexico, president confirms5 journalists were shot in one day in Mexico, president confirms

5 journalists were shot in one day in Mexico, president confirmsThe shooting of five media workers in one day represents one of the largest mass attacks on reporters in Mexico in a decade.

NOV 29, 2023 | AP via Scripps News

Mexico arrests alleged 'Chapitos' Sinaloa cartel security chiefMexico arrests alleged 'Chapitos' Sinaloa cartel security chief

Mexico arrests alleged 'Chapitos' Sinaloa cartel security chiefThe Public Safety Department's arrest registry says Nestor Isidro Pérez Salas was detained Wednesday in the Sinaloa state capital of Culiacan.

NOV 23, 2023 | AP via Scripps News

Mexico's first openly nonbinary magistrate found dead at their homeMexico's first openly nonbinary magistrate found dead at their home

Mexico's first openly nonbinary magistrate found dead at their homeMexican officials are investigating the deaths of the country's first nonbinary magistrate and their partner, who were found dead Monday.

NOV 15, 2023 | Alex Arger

Hurricane Otis caused 27 confirmed deaths, officials saidHurricane Otis caused 27 confirmed deaths, officials said

Hurricane Otis caused 27 confirmed deaths, officials saidThe Category 5 storm hit Acapulco Wednesday, leaving a trail of destruction, including toppled trees and power lines.

OCT 26, 2023 | AP via Scripps News

Hurricane Otis batters Acapulco, triggering flooding and landslidesHurricane Otis batters Acapulco, triggering flooding and landslides

Hurricane Otis batters Acapulco, triggering flooding and landslidesExperts are calling Otis the strongest storm in history to make landfall along the Eastern Pacific Coast.

OCT 25, 2023 | AP via Scripps News

Lidia makes landfall in Mexico as Category 4 hurricaneLidia makes landfall in Mexico as Category 4 hurricane

Lidia makes landfall in Mexico as Category 4 hurricaneThe eye of the storm appeared to have reached land near Las Penitas in the western state of Jalisco. The area is a sparsely populated peninsula.

OCT 11, 2023 | AP via Scripps News

10 killed, 60 hurt after church roof collapses during Mass in Mexico10 killed, 60 hurt after church roof collapses during Mass in Mexico

10 killed, 60 hurt after church roof collapses during Mass in MexicoApproximately 30 parishioners were believed to have been trapped in the rubble when the roof caved in.

OCT 2, 2023 | AP via Scripps News

Mexico hears testimony on possible existence of extraterrestrialsMexico hears testimony on possible existence of extraterrestrials

Mexico hears testimony on possible existence of extraterrestrialsJournalist José Jaime Maussan presented two boxes with supposed mummies found in Peru, which he and others say are “non-human" beings.

SEP 13, 2023 | AP via Scripps News

Mexico's Supreme Court decriminalizes abortion nationwideMexico's Supreme Court decriminalizes abortion nationwide

Mexico's Supreme Court decriminalizes abortion nationwideThe sweeping decision comes amid a trend in Latin America, loosening restrictions on abortion even as access has been limited in the United States.

SEP 6, 2023 | AP via Scripps News

Pilot dies in gender reveal gone wrongPilot dies in gender reveal gone wrong

Pilot dies in gender reveal gone wrongA video shows a wing detach from the aircraft, sending the plane spiraling.

SEP 4, 2023 | Elina Tarkazikis

US mother, daughter kidnapped in Haiti releasedUS mother, daughter kidnapped in Haiti released

US mother, daughter kidnapped in Haiti releasedAlix Dorsainvil, a nurse for the nonprofit organization El Roi Haiti, and her daughter were kidnapped on July 31.

AUG 9, 2023 | Scripps News Staff

US mother and daughter kidnapped in Haiti, people warned not to goUS mother and daughter kidnapped in Haiti, people warned not to go

US mother and daughter kidnapped in Haiti, people warned not to goThe State Department issued a "do not travel advisory" in Haiti, saying that "kidnapping is widespread, and victims regularly include U.S. citizens."

JUL 31, 2023 | Shutterstock

At least 41 women slaughtered by gang at Honduran prisonAt least 41 women slaughtered by gang at Honduran prison

At least 41 women slaughtered by gang at Honduran prisonInmates at the all-women prison had voiced their concerns for weeks about being threatened by gang members.

JUN 21, 2023 | Scripps News Staff

At least 42 dead, thousands displaced due to heavy floods in HaitiAt least 42 dead, thousands displaced due to heavy floods in Haiti

At least 42 dead, thousands displaced due to heavy floods in HaitiHaiti, already experiencing a humanitarian crisis, was hit with a deadly storm over the weekend.

JUN 5, 2023 | Alex Arger

Man missing after going overboard on grad trip in Bahamas; search endsMan missing after going overboard on grad trip in Bahamas; search ends

Man missing after going overboard on grad trip in Bahamas; search endsAfter a days-long search, the Coast Guard said it was concluding its search for the missing recent high school graduate from Louisiana.

MAY 27, 2023 | Elina Tarkazikis

Colombian national extradited to US charged with drugging soldiersColombian national extradited to US charged with drugging soldiers

Colombian national extradited to US charged with drugging soldiersThree Colombian citizens are accused of being involved in drugging two American soldiers in a bar in Bogota, Colombia and robbing them.

MAY 5, 2023 | Scripps News Staff

Why do we celebrate Cinco de Mayo?Why do we celebrate Cinco de Mayo?

Why do we celebrate Cinco de Mayo?Believe it or not, the event leading to Cinco de Mayo may have played a major role in American history.

MAY 3, 2023 | Justin Boggs

Biden sending 1,500 troops to Mexico border to support migrant surgeBiden sending 1,500 troops to Mexico border to support migrant surge

Biden sending 1,500 troops to Mexico border to support migrant surgeThe troops will not be performing law enforcement functions or interacting with migrants, but will aid in administrative duties.

MAY 2, 2023 | Haley Bull

US to open foreign centers to reduce migrant surge when Title 42 endsUS to open foreign centers to reduce migrant surge when Title 42 ends

US to open foreign centers to reduce migrant surge when Title 42 endsThe migration centers are going to open in Colombia and Guatemala, and additional locations will be disclosed in the following weeks.

APR 27, 2023 | Scripps News Staff

What are the impacts of Mexican cartels on the US?What are the impacts of Mexican cartels on the US?

What are the impacts of Mexican cartels on the US?Mexico's cartel activity has been on the rise since the 2000s, but only recently have U.S. lawmakers had the groups in their crosshairs.

APR 26, 2023 | Scripps News Staff

Mexican Navy seizes liquid meth in tequila bottlesMexican Navy seizes liquid meth in tequila bottles

Mexican Navy seizes liquid meth in tequila bottlesOfficials said the seizure was the result of an inspection of 960 boxes that were due to be exported.

APR 25, 2023 | Scripps News Staff

Mexico migrant camp tents torched across border from TexasMexico migrant camp tents torched across border from Texas

Mexico migrant camp tents torched across border from TexasAn advocate for migrants said they had been doused with gasoline.

APR 22, 2023 | AP via Scripps News

Census data shows many Brazilians in US identify as Hispanic or LatinoCensus data shows many Brazilians in US identify as Hispanic or Latino

Census data shows many Brazilians in US identify as Hispanic or LatinoAn analysis of U.S. Census Bureau data revealed that a large part of the Brazilian population in the U.S. identifies as Hispanic.

APR 19, 2023 | Scripps News Staff

Are there differences between Biden and Trump on immigration policies?Are there differences between Biden and Trump on immigration policies?

Are there differences between Biden and Trump on immigration policies?A look at how the current White House polices the border, as compared to the previous administration.

APR 19, 2023 | John Mone

El Chapo sons among 28 members of Mexican cartel indictedEl Chapo sons among 28 members of Mexican cartel indicted

El Chapo sons among 28 members of Mexican cartel indictedIn total, eight of those charged have been arrested and are currently in the custody of law enforcement officials in different countries.

APR 14, 2023 | Scripps News Staff

Federal prosecutors won't seek charges in Shanquella Robinson's deathFederal prosecutors won't seek charges in Shanquella Robinson's death

Federal prosecutors won't seek charges in Shanquella Robinson's deathFederal prosecutors said they weren't able to prove that a federal crime was committed in the death of American Shanquella Robinson in Mexico.

APR 12, 2023 | Scripps News Staff

White House announces new actions against fentanyl supply chainWhite House announces new actions against fentanyl supply chain

White House announces new actions against fentanyl supply chainThe Biden administration wants to cut off drug traffickers from U.S. financial markets, target the supply chain, and create a global coalition.

APR 12, 2023 | Serena Marshall

Mexican immigration chief to be charged in deadly migrant center fireMexican immigration chief to be charged in deadly migrant center fire

Mexican immigration chief to be charged in deadly migrant center fireThis comes after repeated calls to expand the investigation to all areas of responsibility for the National Immigration Institute.

APR 12, 2023 | Scripps News Staff

In Real Life: Stranded At The BorderIn Real Life: Stranded At The Border

In Real Life: Stranded At The BorderScripps News explores what life is like just across the border in Mexico, where people are living in dangerously poor conditions while seeking asylum.

APR 9, 2023 | Scripps News Staff and Jacqueline Baylon

Exclusive: ICE arrests Salvadoran man wanted for war crimesExclusive: ICE arrests Salvadoran man wanted for war crimes

Exclusive: ICE arrests Salvadoran man wanted for war crimesThe El Mozote massacre is one of the most widely known killings in the history of the Americas, leaving between 800 and 1,000 civilians dead.

APR 6, 2023 | Serena Marshall

Man kills 4 children with hatchet at Brazil day care centerMan kills 4 children with hatchet at Brazil day care center

Man kills 4 children with hatchet at Brazil day care centerThe suspect turned himself in at a police station and did not appear to have any connection with the school. Police were searching for a motive.

APR 5, 2023 | AP via Scripps News

At least 40 dead in Mexico migrant detention center fireAt least 40 dead in Mexico migrant detention center fire

At least 40 dead in Mexico migrant detention center fireA deadly blaze at a Mexican border city detention center injured at least 27 men, with 23 still in the hospital. At least 40 were killed.

APR 3, 2023 | AP via Scripps News

5 arrested in connection with deadly fire at migrant detention center5 arrested in connection with deadly fire at migrant detention center

5 arrested in connection with deadly fire at migrant detention centerAn arrest warrant has also been issued for a sixth person, one of the migrants who is suspected of setting the fire.

MAR 31, 2023 | Scripps News Staff

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