Star musicians cancel California show, saying U.S. suspended visas
The announcement came just two days after the bodies of five Mexican musicians were found in Reynosa along the Texas border.
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5 musicians found dead near U.S. border, allegedly killed by cartel
Authorities did not say why the musicians from the band Grupo Fugitivo were slain, and did not deny reports by local media that the bodies had been burned.
6 soldiers killed, 2 wounded by bomb explosion in cartel bastion
President Claudia Sheinbaum described the deaths as "deplorable" and expressed solidarity with the victims.
Son of cartel boss "El Chapo" won't face death penalty, U.S. says
Prosecutors allege Joaquin Guzman Lopez and his brother ran a faction of the cartel that has been identified as a main exporter of fentanyl to the U.S.
17 bodies found in house amid search for missing persons in Mexico
Ground-penetrating radar and cadaver dogs were used to locate the bodies in Irapuato in Guanajuato state, officials said.
Cartel leader with $1 million U.S. bounty on his head killed in Mexico
The DEA had been offering up to $1 million for information leading to the arrest of Jorge Humberto Figueroa, a leader of the infamous Sinaloa cartel.
U.S. court orders former "supercop," wife to pay $2.4 billion to Mexico
The ruling is the latest twist in the saga of the former high-flying minister who earned himself the nickname of "supercop" but instead aided and abetted drug traffickers.
Clues emerge after officials shot dead on street in Mexico City
The murders of two aides to Mexico City's Mayor Clara Brugada were meticulously planned by experienced gunmen, prosecutors said.
6 bystanders killed in crossfire of armed clashes near Acapulco
Acapulco was once a playground of the rich and famous. Today the city is engulfed by violence linked to drug cartels.
"Narco pets," circus animals fleeing Mexico city eclipsed by cartel violence
Tigers, monkeys, jaguars, elephants and lions are among the animals being moved due to the cartel violence eclipsing the northern Mexican city of Culiacan.
Mexico City mayor's secretary and adviser shot dead in street
Mayor Clara Brugada, who holds the second most powerful political post in Mexico, said her secretary Ximena Guzmán and adviser José Muñoz were killed.
Children among 7 killed in Mexico shooting; cartel messages left behind
The violent crime in Guanajuato is linked to conflict between the Santa Rosa de Lima gang and the Jalisco New Generation cartel, one of the most powerful in Mexico.
Security consultant who worked for U.S. killed in cartel ambush
César Guzman was dining with two colleagues when gunmen opened fire, according to a retired FBI agent who worked with Guzman.
Influencer killed during livestream made chilling comment before murder
Valeria Márquez, 23, was likely murdered by a hit man during a livestream on TikTok, Mexican prosecutors said.
Retired judge arrested over mass student disappearance in Mexico
Lambertina Galeana, a former senior judge, is accused of helping to conceal videos that allegedly showed the kidnapping of the Ayotzinapa students.
Relatives of notorious cartel leader enter U.S., Mexico confirms
Ovidio Guzman Lopez is one of the brothers left running a faction of the Sinaloa Cartel after notorious capo "El Chapo" was imprisoned in the U.S.
Mayoral candidate, 3 of her supporters killed during campaign rally
Yesenia Lara, the candidate of President Claudia Sheinbaum's Morena party for mayor of Texistepec, was identified by local media as the slain politician.
Guatemala extradites suspected drug trafficker "Chicharra" to the U.S.
Aler Baldomero Samayoa-Recinos, whose alias is "Chicharra" (Cicada), is accused of leading a group called Los Huistas.
Nazi war criminal linked to top cartel and Pablo Escobar, report says
Dubbed the "Butcher of Lyon" for his wartime torture of prisoners, former Gestapo chief Klaus Barbie fled to South America after the end of World War II.
Democrats urge Trump to boost efforts to curb gun trafficking to Mexico
The group of House and Senate Democrats say Trump's designation of Latin American cartels as foreign terrorist organizations unlocks legal tools that will help address the flow of U.S.-made guns across the border with Mexico.
Cartel accused of paying members $3,500 for "dead police officers"
Colombia's president has accused the Gulf Clan of devising a strategy to "systematically murder" members of the security forces.
Why Trump is pushing military help for Mexico
Mexico's president said she rejected an offer by President Trump to send U.S. troops into Mexico to help fight drug cartels. Charlie D'Agata has more.
Mexican mayor arrested in connection to alleged drug cartel training camp
The Jalisco New Generation cartel allegedly used the ranch to train newly recruited gunmen.
2 arrested over murders of mom, son searching for missing relative
Maria del Carmen Morales and her son were shot dead last week. They had been searching for another son who went missing last year.
Ex-agent, wife murdered after he testified against drug lord's son
Ivan Morales was a prosecution witness in the U.S. trial of Ruben Oseguera Gonzalez, the son of the country's most wanted man, "El Mencho."
Hamas says it responded to ceasefire proposal
Meanwhile, the U.N. Food Program said 77 trucks carrying aid were stopped by hungry people who took the food before the trucks were able to reach their destination.
White House pulls nomination for Trump's pick to lead NASA
Billionaire entrepreneur Jared Isaacman, who has close ties to Elon Musk, was President Trump's pick to serve as NASA administrator.
Iran has increased its near weapons-grade uranium stockpile, watchdog says
The U.N. nuclear watchdog says Iran has further increased its stockpile of uranium enriched to near weapons-grade levels.
Patti LuPone apologizes after Broadway community's open letter on her behavior
Hundreds of Broadway performers are speaking out against three-time Tony Awards winner Patti LuPone over what they say is a pattern of "inappropriate and unacceptable public comments."
Concern grows over whether the Hollywood industry can survive in California
After peaking in 2021, television production in the greater Los Angeles area fell by 58% in three years.
Canadian wildfires force tens of thousands to evacuate
More than 180 active wildfires were burning across Canada as of Saturday.
Moderna's new COVID-19 vaccine mNexspike approved by FDA
The new COVID-19 vaccine from Moderna, mNexspike, is made in a way that allows for a lower dose.
Valerie Mahaffey, actress in "Desperate Housewives" and "Northern Exposure," dies at 71
Valerie Mahaffey died in Los Angeles Friday after battling cancer, her publicist said.
Kansas woman convicted of double murder after three trials
Mike Sisco and his girlfriend Karen Harkness were gunned down in her Topeka, Kansas, home in 2002. Authorities believed it was a crime of passion. Sisco's daughter set out to help prove it was her mother, Dana Chandler, who was responsible.
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Kansas woman convicted of double murder after three trials
Mike Sisco and his girlfriend Karen Harkness were gunned down in her Topeka, Kansas, home in 2002. Authorities believed it was a crime of passion. Sisco's daughter set out to help prove it was her mother, Dana Chandler, who was responsible.
Concern grows over whether the Hollywood industry can survive in California
After peaking in 2021, television production in the greater Los Angeles area fell by 58% in three years.
Canadian wildfires force tens of thousands to evacuate
More than 180 active wildfires were burning across Canada as of Saturday.
Moderna's new COVID-19 vaccine mNexspike approved by FDA
The new COVID-19 vaccine from Moderna, mNexspike, is made in a way that allows for a lower dose.
Feds arrest addiction CEO for allegedly conspiring to stalk journalists
Eric Spofford, 40, was accused of targeting journalists employed by New Hampshire Public Radio in retaliation for negative coverage.
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Concern grows over whether the Hollywood industry can survive in California
After peaking in 2021, television production in the greater Los Angeles area fell by 58% in three years.
Las Vegas may still dazzle, but its sparkle is coming at a steeper price
Higher prices haven't stopped convention traffic in Las Vegas, but casual trips are down.
As Trump's tariffs face legal challenge, here are his other options
President Trump has a number of options at his disposal to implement tariffs, but none are as broad and aggressive as IEEPA.
Key U.S inflation gauge shows price growth cooled in April
Consumer spending slowed despite rising incomes, potentially an early reaction to higher prices on some imported goods.
What we know about the bitcoin torture case in New York City
The investigation into the bitcoin torture case in New York City has revealed gruesome details about the alleged kidnapping and beating of an Italian man.
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White House pulls nomination for Trump's pick to lead NASA
Billionaire entrepreneur Jared Isaacman, who has close ties to Elon Musk, was President Trump's pick to serve as NASA administrator.
New German leader Friedrich Merz meeting Trump next week at the White House
Merz's office said the new German leader, who took the helm of Europe's biggest economy on May 6, will meet Trump on Thursday — the first in-person meeting between the two.
Pete Hegseth reassures allies that U.S. will support them against China
U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth reassured allies in the Indo-Pacific on Saturday that they will not be left alone to face increasing military and economic pressure from China.
Short-staffed NWS enters hurricane season in "uncharted territory"
The 2025 Atlantic hurricane season begins during a tumultuous period at the National Weather Service, following significant cuts at the country's forecasting agency.
Trump fires director of the Smithsonian's National Portrait Gallery
President Trump announced Friday that he was ousting Director Kim Sajet, calling her a "highly partisan person, and a strong supporter of DEI, which is totally inappropriate for her position."
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Moderna's new COVID-19 vaccine mNexspike approved by FDA
The new COVID-19 vaccine from Moderna, mNexspike, is made in a way that allows for a lower dose.
Doctors found a tumor on her spine. They removed it through her eye.
Karla Flores was diagnosed with a rare brain tumor. A misplaced MRI found a second, nearly inoperable, tumor on her spine.
Trump administration ending multiple HIV vaccine studies
"This is a setback of probably a decade for HIV vaccine research," one scientist said.
Salmonella outbreak linked to recalled cucumbers sickens dozens
Nearly four dozen people are sick with salmonella food poisoning tied to an expanding cucumber recall, health officials say.
CDC steps up measles travel warning after spread in airplane
The CDC has received at least 62 reports of measles cases this year that were infectious during air travel.
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Canadian wildfires force tens of thousands to evacuate
More than 180 active wildfires were burning across Canada as of Saturday.
Paris officials investigate vandalism at Holocaust memorial, 3 synagogues
The Paris prosecutor's office confirmed it had opened a probe for "damage committed on the grounds of religion."
New German leader Friedrich Merz meeting Trump next week at the White House
Merz's office said the new German leader, who took the helm of Europe's biggest economy on May 6, will meet Trump on Thursday — the first in-person meeting between the two.
Hamas says it responded to ceasefire proposal
Meanwhile, the U.N. Food Program said 77 trucks carrying aid were stopped by hungry people who took the food before the trucks were able to reach their destination.
Iran has increased its near weapons-grade uranium stockpile, watchdog says
The U.N. nuclear watchdog says Iran has further increased its stockpile of uranium enriched to near weapons-grade levels.
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Fans turn out for estate sale at home of Tom Petty
Hundreds of rock and roll fans turned out this weekend for an estate sale at the Malibu, California, home of the late Tom Petty, who died of an overdose in 2017.
Concern grows over whether the Hollywood industry can survive in California
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Hollywood industry faces headwinds in California
In the wake of the Hollywood writers and actors strikes in 2023, film and television production in California has struggled mightily. The state lost roughly 40,000 film and TV jobs that year alone, according to federal data. Carter Evans examines whether the industry can rebound in California as it faces competition from across the globe.
Patti LuPone apologizes after Broadway community's open letter on her behavior
Hundreds of Broadway performers are speaking out against three-time Tony Awards winner Patti LuPone over what they say is a pattern of "inappropriate and unacceptable public comments."
Valerie Mahaffey, actress in "Desperate Housewives" and "Northern Exposure," dies at 71
Valerie Mahaffey died in Los Angeles Friday after battling cancer, her publicist said.
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Blue Origin spacecraft carries 6 to edge of space
A Blue Origin sub-orbital spacecraft successfully rocketed to an altitude more than 60 miles above the Earth Saturday with a crew of six. After separating from its booster, the capsule touched down in the West Texas desert about 10 minutes after liftoff.
Colleges try to tackle A.I. in the classroom
Some colleges are turning to classic tactics to try to keep A.I. out of the classroom. Sales of lined composition test books — known as "blue books" — which students used to use to handwrite essays and answers on exams, are on the rise, the Wall Street Journal reported. Here's how schools are trying to tackle the exploding use of A.I.
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.
Google, DOJ antitrust case ending soon
Google and the Justice Department are set to begin closing arguments in the historic antitrust case that started nine months ago when a federal judge ruled Google has a monopoly over the search engine market. CBS News' Jake Rosen has the latest updates.
Meta to help develop new AI-powered military products
Meta is teaming with defense startup Anduril Industries to create new defense products that use AI and augmented reality.
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Astronomers' hunt for elusive "Planet Nine" takes surprising twist
U.S. astronomers hunting for "Planet Nine" have instead stumbled on what appears to be a new dwarf planet in the solar system's outer reaches.
More heat records, stronger storms almost certain in next 5 years, experts warn
Get ready for several years of even more record-breaking heat that pushes Earth to more deadly, fiery and uncomfortable extremes, two of the world's top weather agencies forecast.
NOAA reveals 2025 Atlantic hurricane season forecast
With the 2025 hurricane season starting June 1, NOAA forecasters announced their prediction for how many tropical storms and hurricanes to expect this year.
Study suggests scientists were wrong about dark streaks on Mars
Slope streaks once believed to be signs of water on Mars might really be signs of rockfall and high winds, a new study says.
Custom gene therapy saves infant
Baby KJ Muldoon was born with a rare genetic condition that is often fatal, but doctors used custom CRISPR gene therapy to target the exact mutation in his DNA. His family shares their emotional journey in their first TV interview with CBS News.
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Kansas woman convicted of double murder after three trials
Mike Sisco and his girlfriend Karen Harkness were gunned down in her Topeka, Kansas, home in 2002. Authorities believed it was a crime of passion. Sisco's daughter set out to help prove it was her mother, Dana Chandler, who was responsible.
What to know about Trump's flurry of pardons
President Trump flexed the power of his office this week, issuing a blitz of pardons and commutations. The president also said he would consider pardoning the men convicted in a plot to kidnap Democratic Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer. Ali Bauman has more.
Feds arrest addiction CEO for allegedly conspiring to stalk journalists
Eric Spofford, 40, was accused of targeting journalists employed by New Hampshire Public Radio in retaliation for negative coverage.
Friends, family of New Orleans fugitives arrested for aiding jail escape
The 10 men who escaped from a New Orleans jail in mid-May received help from at least 15 people, many of them friends and family.
Two indicted in NYC crypto torture case
Two cryptocurrency investors have been indicted in the alleged kidnapping and torture of an Italian tourist in New York City. The disturbing case comes on the heels of a series of kidnappings targeting crypto magnates in Europe.
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White House pulls nomination for Trump's pick to lead NASA
Billionaire entrepreneur Jared Isaacman, who has close ties to Elon Musk, was President Trump's pick to serve as NASA administrator.
Blue Origin launches 6 passengers on sub-orbital trip to edge of space
It was Blue Origin's 12th flight carrying passengers to the edge of space and back since company founder Jeff Bezos flew the first such crewed mission in 2021.
What to know about SpaceX's satellite launch
On Friday, SpaceX launched an advanced GPS satellite into medium-Earth orbit. SpaceX experienced some launch hiccups earlier this week and the Federal Aviation Administration is calling for an investigation. Micah Maidenberg, a space reporter for the Wall Street Journal, joins "The Daily Report" with more. Plus, Starliner astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams reflect on their unexpected nine-month stay on the International Space Station.
Watch: SpaceX rocket launches GPS
The SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket launched a GPS III-7 navigation satellite from Cape Canaveral, Florida, on Friday. Here's how we covered it on "CBS News 24/7."
Astronomers' hunt for elusive "Planet Nine" takes surprising twist
U.S. astronomers hunting for "Planet Nine" have instead stumbled on what appears to be a new dwarf planet in the solar system's outer reaches.
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Hollywood industry faces headwinds in California
In the wake of the Hollywood writers and actors strikes in 2023, film and television production in California has struggled mightily. The state lost roughly 40,000 film and TV jobs that year alone, according to federal data. Carter Evans examines whether the industry can rebound in California as it faces competition from across the globe.