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Uruapan’s mayor was killed in cartel violence amid rising security crackdowns in Michoacán, highlighting ongoing regional chaos.

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Michoacan Mayor Killed Amid Cartel Violence

Uruapan Mayor Carlos Manzo was shot dead during Day of the Dead celebrations in Michoacan. The attack, linked to organized crime, involved a teenage gunman who was killed at the scene. Authorities confirm multiple suspects and ongoing investigations into cartel-related violence targeting local politicians.

Mexico Faces Gender Violence and Political Tensions

Recent events in Mexico highlight ongoing issues of gender-based violence, including the president being groped in public, and efforts to improve women's safety. Meanwhile, political tensions persist amid violence and opposition accusations, with new laws and safety initiatives announced.

Fugitive Drug Kingpin on the Run

Ryan Wedding, a former Olympic snowboarder turned drug trafficker, is accused of orchestrating a violent international drug operation and ordering the murder of a witness in Colombia. Authorities have arrested multiple suspects linked to his network, but Wedding remains at large in Mexico with a $15 million reward for his capture.