Hometown of jailed drug lord hit by drones, forcing residents to flee
Cartels and other criminal organizations in Mexico have increasingly used drones in attacks against rival groups or authorities.
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Journalist who covered cartels murdered; message left next to body
Miguel Angel Beltran's body was found along a stretch of highway that connects the state of Durango with Mazatlan, a resort hub in the neighboring state of Sinaloa.
Accused fentanyl kingpin "Brother Wang" extradited to U.S.
Zhi Dong Zhang, known as "Brother Wang," escaped house arrest in Mexico in July and has now been transferred into U.S. custody, officials said.
48 bags with human remains found in grave in cartel stronghold
Officials said they were still trying to pin down an exact number for victims whose remains were found in the bags.
Colombia calls for U.S. to stop boat strikes, "engage in dialogue"
The Colombian government said it "rejects the destruction by the United States of a vessel allegedly related to drug trafficking in the Pacific Ocean."
Fentanyl kingpin wanted by U.S. arrested in Cuba after escape
Zhi Dong Zhang, known as "Brother Wang," is alleged to have worked closely with Mexico's top drug cartels
Colombian killed in U.S. strike was on a fishing trip, family claims
Alejandro Carranza's family is questioning U.S. claims that he was carrying narcotics aboard a small vessel targeted last month.
Ecuador releases survivor of U.S. strike on alleged "narco sub"
Ecuador released a man who survived a U.S. strike on a suspected drug-trafficking vessel after finding no evidence that he had committed a crime, officials said.
Lime growers' leader killed after complaining about cartel extortion
The body of Bernardo Bravo, president of the Apatzingan Valley Citrus Producers Association, was found in his vehicle, officials said.
Mexican cartel boss "El Gato" faces new charge in 2013 Texas murder
Former FBI Top 10 fugitive Jose Rodolfo "El Gato" Villareal-Hernandez faces new federal charges tied to a 2013 Southlake murder that could carry the death penalty.
Judge shot dead while walking his kids to school in Ecuador
Police said the Los Lobos gang -- designated a foreign terrorist organization by the U.S. -- was suspected of the attack on the judge.
Drone attack hits prosecutor's office near U.S. border in Mexico
The U.S. consulate in Tijuana reported explosions and asked its citizens to stay away from the area.
Guns, drugs worth $170 million seized in raid linked to "kill team" hit
Police images showed drug packages emblazoned with a picture of a cartoon bear from the 2012 comedy "Ted." Another bag featured Chinese characters reading "smooth sailing."
14 people killed, with victims showing "signs of torture" in Ecuador
Four men and four women had "signs of torture" with their hands tied together and "their heads covered in black bags," according to a police report.
20 members of gang labeled a terror group by U.S. escape prison
The U.S. embassy in Guatemala condemned the prison escape as "utterly unacceptable."
Venezuela wants U.N. meeting over "mounting threats" by U.S.
Maduro's government expressed its expectation of an "armed attack" against Venezuela in "a very short time."
Soldiers investigated after 6 people shot dead on highway
Numerous violent clashes involving security forces in Tamaulipas have prompted accusations of extrajudicial killings.
Hegseth says U.S. strike on boat off Venezuela kills 4 "narco-terrorists"
U.S. forces carried out a strike on an alleged drug-smuggling boat off the coast of Venezuela on Friday, killing four people, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said.
Rapper who went missing on tour found dead in Mexico
Prosecutors said another body found presented "similarities" with that of Bayron Sanchez's DJ colleague Jorge Herrera.
U.S. designating 2 more gangs as foreign terrorist groups, Rubio says
The announcement targeting Los Lobos and Los Choneros came after a lethal U.S. military strike against a similarly designated gang in Venezuela.
Mexico senators come to blows after debate over U.S. military intervention
Mexican senators came to blows after a heated debate over alleged opposition calls for the U.S. to intervene militarily against drug cartels.
U.S. is asked to share convicted drug lord's riches with Mexico's poor
Sinaloa drug cartel co-founder Ismael Zambada agreed to forfeit $15 billion in ill-gotten gains.
Major cartel leader expected to plead guilty
Sinaloa cartel leader Ismael "El Mayo" Zambada is expected to plead guilty to federal charges on Monday in Brooklyn. CBS News' Shanelle Kaul has more.
U.S. warships head to Venezuela
The U.S. is sending three warships to the waters of Venezuela as part of a major counter-narcotics operation, a White House official confirms. CBS News senior national security correspondent Charlie D'Agata reports.
3 U.S. warships to sail off Venezuela as Trump pushes cartel crackdown
The U.S. is deploying 3 guided-missile destroyers to waters off Venezuela as part of President Trump's effort to combat threats from Latin American cartels.
Senate adjourns for the weekend with no breakthrough on ending shutdown
Senators continued to express cautious optimism over bipartisan talks to end the shutdown, but the chamber adjourned without another vote.
Trump calls on Senate Republicans to "Get rid of the Filibuster"
President Trump's call to terminate the filibuster could alter the ways the Senate and congressional dealmaking operate.
Prince Andrew stripped of titles and must surrender lease to Windsor mansion
Prince Andrew has been stripped of his titles and must surrender his lease to Royal Lodge, according to a statement from Buckingham Palace.
Here's what Trump says he and Xi agreed to in their meeting
President Trump said the U.S. and China reached deals on several items, including a short-term agreement on rare-earth minerals, and soybean sales to China.
Justice Department investigating Black Lives Matter foundation, source says
The Justice Department is investigating whether donations to the national Black Lives Matter foundation were misused by the group's leadership, according to a source familiar with the investigation.
Hurricane Melissa death toll nears 50 as it hurries toward Bermuda
Jamaica, Haiti and Cuba were assessing the damage and beginning to dig out after they were slammed by Hurricane Melissa, which left dozens dead.
Comey asks court to toss indictment, arguing senator's questions were "confusing"
Former FBI Director James Comey is arguing his testimony in response to Sen. Ted Cruz's questions was "literally true" and cannot support a conviction.
Pardoned Jan. 6 defendant arrested near Obama's home sentenced to time served
Taylor Taranto, a pardoned Jan. 6 defendant, was later convicted of charges stemming from livestreaming a bomb threat in 2023 as he drove around former President Barack Obama's D.C. neighborhood while armed,
5 arrested in connection with overdose death of Robert De Niro's grandson
Five people have been federally charged in connection with the 2023 overdose death of actor Robert De Niro's grandson and two others, authorities said Thursday.
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Furloughed federal workers are taking out loans to help pay the bills
Federal workers are turning to low-cost loans to help tide them over financially as the U.S. government shutdown drags on.
Trump calls on Senate Republicans to "Get rid of the Filibuster"
President Trump's call to terminate the filibuster could alter the ways the Senate and congressional dealmaking operate.
Photos: Trump hosts trick-or-treaters for White House Halloween bash
President Trump and first lady Melania Trump hosted star athletes, princesses, dinosaurs and at least one Trump impersonator at the White House's annual Halloween event Thursday.
U.S.-based aid groups rush to get supplies into storm-battered Jamaica
Tens of thousands of Jamaicans were in shelters, and more than two-thirds of the island was still without power, according to officials.
Food banks brace for surge with SNAP benefits set to expire
Nearly a month into the shutdown, food banks across the country are already straining to meet rising demand. Now, they are bracing for an even bigger surge.
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Furloughed federal workers are taking out loans to help pay the bills
Federal workers are turning to low-cost loans to help tide them over financially as the U.S. government shutdown drags on.
Nationwide penny shortage leaves retailers struggling to make change
With the Treasury Department no longer minting the one-cent coin, some businesses are offering perks to customers who bring in pennies.
Senate approves Democratic resolution to block Trump's global tariffs
The Senate voted Thursday to approve a resolution that would block President Trump's tariffs on countries around the world, the third in a trio of rebukes of the president's trade policy this week.
SNAP funding is set to lapse Saturday. Here's what to know.
With food-stamp funding set to lapse Saturday, recipients are asking what happens to their benefits — and when help might resume.
Senate approves Democratic resolution to block Trump's tariffs on Canada
The Senate voted on Wednesday to approve a resolution that would block President Trump's tariffs on Canada.
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Trump calls on Senate Republicans to "Get rid of the Filibuster"
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Photos: Trump hosts trick-or-treaters for White House Halloween bash
President Trump and first lady Melania Trump hosted star athletes, princesses, dinosaurs and at least one Trump impersonator at the White House's annual Halloween event Thursday.
Justice Department investigating Black Lives Matter foundation, source says
The Justice Department is investigating whether donations to the national Black Lives Matter foundation were misused by the group's leadership, according to a source familiar with the investigation.
Here's what Trump says he and Xi agreed to in their meeting
President Trump said the U.S. and China reached deals on several items, including a short-term agreement on rare-earth minerals, and soybean sales to China.
Pardoned Jan. 6 defendant arrested near Obama's home sentenced to time served
Taylor Taranto, a pardoned Jan. 6 defendant, was later convicted of charges stemming from livestreaming a bomb threat in 2023 as he drove around former President Barack Obama's D.C. neighborhood while armed,
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"The Pink Jet" breast cancer mission
"The Pink Jet," a nonprofit organization, is on a new mission to empower those battling breast cancer, promote screenings and raise money to find a cure. CBS News' Natalie Morales has more.
Couple opens up about male infertility
Globally, infertility affects one in six couples, and male fertility issues contribute to nearly half of couples struggling to conceive. An Ohio couple opened up about their experience to help spread awareness.
Ohio dad shares infertility story to raise awareness about common condition
While an Ohio couple was surprised by their fertility issues, doctors say the condition is more common than most think and it's time to "break that stigma."
Senate confirmation hearing for Casey Means postponed after she goes into labor
Casey Means and her brother, Calley Means, became prominent in recent years after viral interviews decrying the influence of the food and drug industry.
Research cuts may widen racial disparities for common blood cancer
Black survivors of multiple myeloma say the latest developments in treatment give them hope even as federal research cuts create a grim forecast for cancer research.
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Hurricane Melissa death toll nears 50 as it hurries toward Bermuda
Jamaica, Haiti and Cuba were assessing the damage and beginning to dig out after they were slammed by Hurricane Melissa, which left dozens dead.
U.S.-based aid groups rush to get supplies into storm-battered Jamaica
Tens of thousands of Jamaicans were in shelters, and more than two-thirds of the island was still without power, according to officials.
Wine importer Bill DeBlasio explains London newspaper's mayoral mix-up
It was DeBlasio's email address, bearing his full name, that got his opinion of Mamdani onto the pages of The Times of London.
Here's what Trump says he and Xi agreed to in their meeting
President Trump said the U.S. and China reached deals on several items, including a short-term agreement on rare-earth minerals, and soybean sales to China.
Prince Andrew stripped of titles and must surrender lease to Windsor mansion
Prince Andrew is being stripped of his titles and must surrender his lease to Royal Lodge, according to a statement from Buckingham Palace.
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Prince Andrew stripped of titles and must surrender lease to Windsor mansion
Prince Andrew is being stripped of his titles and must surrender his lease to Royal Lodge, according to a statement from Buckingham Palace.
5 arrested in case involving overdose death of Robert De Niro's grandson
Five people have been federally charged in connection with the 2023 overdose death of actor Robert De Niro's grandson and two others, authorities said Thursday.
Diane Lane talks new movie "Anniversary"
Actor Diane Lane stars in the new film "Anniversary," which follows the Taylor family as they find themselves caught in a controversial rising political movement. Lane joins "CBS Mornings" to talk about the movie and what she wants people to take away from it.
Mona May on "Clueless" as it marks 30 years
It has been 30 years since the classic movie "Clueless" was released. The film is beloved for its characters and iconic costumes, which are the subject of a new book called "The Fashion of Clueless." The movie's costume designer Mona May wrote the book and joined "CBS Mornings" to talk about it and how she developed the individual style of each character.
Paramount to lay off 2,000 workers shortly after merging with Skydance
Paramount announced layoffs as the company restructures after completing its $8 billion merger with Skydance earlier this year.
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Meta stock falls after AI commitment
Microsoft, Meta and Alphabet recently reported their quarterly earnings and one thing is certain: the jaw-dropping investments in artificial intelligence are only just getting started. This all comes just days after Nvidia became the world's first-ever $5 trillion company. Jacob Ward, technology journalist, joins CBS News to discuss.
Book argues super AI could end in extinction
Nate Soares, the co-author of "If Anyone Builds It, Everyone Dies," argues in his new book that if any company builds an artificial superintelligence, it would end in human extinction. He joins "The Takeout" to discuss.
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's "partisan actions" hurt Tesla sales, Yale study finds
Elon Musk's partisan stances and foray into politics in recent years have dented the electric vehicle maker's business, Yale researchers say.
OpenAI strikes major deal with Microsoft
OpenAI and Microsoft reached a deal to complete the startup's shift to for-profit. Jason Hiner, editor in chief for ZDNET, joins to break down the deal's impact.
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Scientists say they've solved debate about origins of mysterious dinosaur
The discovery "rewrites decades of research on Earth's most famous predator," the study's co-author said.
Hurricane Melissa leaves trail of destruction, kills dozens in Caribbean
Hurricane Melissa has left dozens dead and widespread destruction across Jamaica, Haiti and Cuba, as it continues to threaten the Bahamas and Bermuda.
"Fertility tourism" booming as U.S. couples seek affordable treatments abroad
A Florida couple traveled to Colombia to make their dream of a family a reality through the booming "fertility tourism" business.
Hurricane Melissa whips Jamaica with violent winds, heavy rain before heading toward Cuba
Hurricane Melissa made landfall Tuesday in Jamaica as a fearsome Category 5 storm. Forecasters said it could be the island's "storm of the century."
Fish named Arnie swims a record 530 miles, mostly upstream
The Murray cod, named Arnie after Australia's recently retired Olympic champion Ariarne Titmus, was first tagged in 2022.
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Arrests in death of Robert De Niro's grandson
Authorities on Thursday announced more arrests in connection with the overdose deaths of three 19-year-olds, including Robert De Niro's grandson. CBS News' Anna Schecter has more.
5 arrested in case involving overdose death of Robert De Niro's grandson
Five people have been federally charged in connection with the 2023 overdose death of actor Robert De Niro's grandson and two others, authorities said Thursday.
More arrests in Louvre Museum jewels heist
Five more suspects have been arrested, Paris officials confirm, as the investigation into the massive Louvre Museum jewels heist continues. CBS News' Holly Williams reports.
Sonya Massey's family reacts to verdict
Sonya Massey's family reacted to the verdict in the case against Sean Grayson, a former sheriff's deputy who shot and killed Massey in her home. CBS News' Jericka Duncan reports.
Pythons among 163 exotic species seized from truck at U.S. border
More than a dozen types of pythons and over 30 other snakes, including a ghost Aztec jungle boa, were found packed in the truck.
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Astronomers discover most powerful "odd radio circle" twins ever detected
"Odd radio circles" are enormous and unexplained phenomena that can only be detected using radio telescopes.
Weak spot in Earth's magnetic field keeps growing, satellites show
The weak spot, known as the South Atlantic Anomaly, was identified in the 19th century and expanded in recent years.
SpaceX launches 11th test flight of giant Super Heavy-Starship rocket
Starship — the biggest and most powerful rocket ever built — thundered into the evening sky from the southern tip of Texas on Monday.
SpaceX launches 11th Starship megarocket test
SpaceX on Monday launched its 11th test flight of the Starship megarocket, moving the company one step closer to its goal of bringing humans back to the moon and eventually to Mars. CBS News space contributor Christian Davenport has more.
Blue Origin to launch 15th space mission
Blue Origin is set to launch its 15th space tourism mission on Wednesday. CBS News space analyst Bill Harwood joins with more details.
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Meta stock falls after AI commitment
Microsoft, Meta and Alphabet recently reported their quarterly earnings and one thing is certain: the jaw-dropping investments in artificial intelligence are only just getting started. This all comes just days after Nvidia became the world's first-ever $5 trillion company. Jacob Ward, technology journalist, joins CBS News to discuss.
Head Start program funding to lapse on Nov. 1
Funding for the Head Start program is set to expire on Saturday due to the ongoing government shutdown. It provides nearly 65,000 children in 41 states with education, care and nutrition. CBS News correspondent Nicole Valdes reports.
The delightful absurdity of "6-7"
You typically go the dictionary to look up the meaning of a word, so some found it strange when dictionary.com decided to spotlight a word with no meaning whatsoever. Vladimir Duthiers explains.
Breaking down progress made at Trump-Xi meeting
President Trump held his first face-to-face meeting with his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping in six years. While no formal agreements were announced, there were signs of progress. Clark Packard, trade policy research fellow at the Cato Institute, joins to discuss.
Concerning lead levels found in some baby formulas
A Consumer Reports investigation found that about half of 41 samples of infant formula contained potentially harmful levels of at least one contaminant, including lead and arsenic. Meg Oliver reports.