Today in News History

On July 13, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1854, In the Battle of Guaymas, Mexico, General José María Yáñez stops the French invasion led by Count Gaston de Raousset-Boulbon. In 1863, American Civil War: The New York City draft riots begin three days of rioting which will later be regarded as the worst in United States history. In 1913, The 1913 Romanian Army cholera outbreak during the Second Balkan War starts. In 1977, New York City: Amidst a period of financial and social turmoil experiences an electrical blackout lasting nearly 24 hours that leads to widespread fires and looting. In 1979, Daniel Díaz, Argentinian footballer was born. In 1985, Guillermo Ochoa, Mexican footballer was born. In 1990, Lenin Peak disaster: a 6.4-magnitude earthquake in Afghanistan triggers an avalanche on Lenin Peak, killing 43 climbers in the deadliest mountaineering disaster in history. In 1997, Miguel Ángel Blanco, Spanish politician (born 1968) passed away. In 2011, Mumbai is rocked by three bomb blasts during the evening rush hour, killing 26 and injuring 130. In 2013, Typhoon Soulik kills at least nine people and affects more than 160 million in East China and Taiwan. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.

Criminal violence in Mexico: Government says homicides fall to lowest in more than a decade

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July 13, 2026

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Mexico's president is claiming a major success in tackling violent crime. Claudia Sheinbaum says homicides have almost halved since she took office two years ago. And her government says the daily murder rate is at its lowest in more than a decade. But critics argue the number of disappearances and missing persons is still rising. Al Jazeera's John Holman reports from Acapulco. Subscribe to our channel: http://bit.ly/AJSubscribe Follow us on X : https://twitter.com/AJEnglish Find us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/aljazeera Check our website: http://www.aljazeera.com/ Check out our Instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/aljazeeraenglish/ Download AJE Mobile App: https://aje.news/AJEMobile #Mexico #ClaudiaSheinbaum #Crime #aljazeera #aljazeeraenglish

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· Jun 25, 2026

The June day with the fewest homicides in Mexico in over a decade, and what it really means

On a recent day in June, Mexico logged its lowest number of homicides in over a decade, indicative of an ongoing trend. But disappearances are up. Writer María Meléndez untangles a complicated topic. The post The June day with the fewest homicides in Mexico in over a decade, and what it really means appeared first on Mexico News Daily

Le Monde

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· Jul 4, 2026

In Mexico, journalist Roxana Guzman, who was abducted in June, has been found dead

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Drudge Report

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· Jul 9, 2026

Sheriff slams feds: Bunch of Bullies!

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Catholic World Report

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· Jun 23, 2026

Mexico confronts its taboo history: Exhibit spotlights Cristero War against religious persecution

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Sweden Herald

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· Jul 13, 2026

At least 10 dead in Mexico traffic accident, including two children

At least 10 dead in Mexico traffic accident, including two children

OneFootball

· Jul 5, 2026

🎥 We are Mexico: El Tri’s stirring video before England

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Law Enforcement Today

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· Jul 11, 2026

North Carolina Child Killed by Repeat Deported Illegal Alien in Horrific Crash

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Al Jazeera

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· Jul 9, 2026

Mexico seeks prosecutions over migrant deaths in the US

Mexico will seek state and federal prosecutions in the United States over the deaths of Mexican migrants.

Washington Examiner

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· Jul 9, 2026

Mexico vows to file criminal complaints in US after ICE shooting in Texas

The Mexican government has vowed to file criminal complaints in the United States, citing the recent shooting of a Mexican national by Immigration and Customs Enforcement and the deaths of Mexican citizens in immigration custody. Foreign Minister Roberto Velasco held a press conference Thursday and told attendees that 14 Mexican citizens have died in ICE []

Anadolu Agency

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· Jul 2, 2026

World Cup security: Mexico’s homicide numbers fall, but public fear persists

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Disclose.tv

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· Jul 9, 2026

[Media] JUST IN - Mexico's government ​to file criminal complaints in U.S.

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JOE.co.uk

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· Jun 29, 2026

Mysterious ‘Mexican Batman’ fighting crime and duct taping suspects to street posts

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NPR News

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· Jun 30, 2026

U.S. murder rate approaches a record low

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The Leader

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· Jun 22, 2026

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Off The Press

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· Jul 10, 2026

Mexico seeks criminal charges over 17 deaths in ICE custody

Mexico will request criminal charges over 17 Mexicans who died in ICE custody or during immigration enforcement operations by the Trump administration, officials said Thursday. Mexican Foreign Minister Roberto Velasco’s announcement Thursday morning further escalated tensions with the United States, as Mexico’s government has sharply criticized the treatment of its citizens under President Trump’s push []...Click to read more

Palo Alto Online

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· Jul 1, 2026

California homicide rate falls to historic low as police make more arrests in killings

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Latin American Post

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· Jul 13, 2026

Costa Rica’s Crime War Meets a Judiciary Ready to Resist

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The Tico Times

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· Jun 24, 2026

Costa Rica Warns Environmental Crimes Are Linked to Organized Networks

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Borneo Bulletin

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· Jul 10, 2026

Mexico seeks prosecutions over migrant deaths in US

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InSight Crime

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· Jul 10, 2026

Juan Carlos Valencia González, alias ‘El 03’

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Tampa Free Press

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· Jul 10, 2026

Double Motorcycle Crash In Michigan Leads To Federal Charges For Previously Deported Driver

A Mexican citizen faces federal immigration charges after a hit-and-run traffic accident in Waterford, Michigan, left two motorcyclists critically injured. Jose Manuel Cazarez-Pulido, 33, appeared in federal court in Detroit yesterday on charges of illegally re-entering the United States after a previous removal. A federal judge ordered him temporarily detained pending a formal detention hearing. [] Double Motorcycle Crash In Michigan Leads To Federal Charges For Previously Deported Driver

ABC News

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· Jul 9, 2026

Mexican village that warned of cartel offensive during World Cup faces drone attacks

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Times of India

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· Jun 28, 2026

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Football | Mail Online

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· Jun 25, 2026

Why Mexico are playing for more than World Cup glory: Murder rate falls when footballing heroes are in action... if England come here, they will find a nation enjoying rare moment of joy

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China Global Television Network

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· Jul 10, 2026

Mexico to file complaints in US over ICE-related deaths of Mexicans

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DNyuz

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· Jun 23, 2026

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KSAT San Antonio

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· Jul 9, 2026

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Investing.com

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· Jul 9, 2026

Mexico to file criminal complaints in US over deaths of Mexicans in immigration enforcement

Mexico to file criminal complaints in US over deaths of Mexicans in immigration enforcement

Vanguard News

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· Jun 21, 2026

New kidnap horror in Oyo as terrorists kill pregnant woman, ransom bearer

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Fox News

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· Jul 10, 2026

Mexico vows US will pay after ICE fatally shoots illegal migrant who allegedly attempted to ram agent with car

Claudia Sheinbaum says Mexico will pursue legal measures against the U.S. after Lorenzo Salgado Araujo was shot and killed during an ICE operation.

Daily Post Nigeria

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· Jul 1, 2026

‘We thought it was police’ – Residents recall deadly Bauchi bandit attack

Residents of Rafin Ciyawa village in Ningi Local Government Area of Bauchi State have recounted the harrowing moments suspected bandits invaded their community, killing two children, injuring six others and abducting three residents. The midnight attack, which threw the community into panic, was confirmed by the Bauchi State Police Command on Wednesday. The command’s spokesperson, [] ‘We thought it was police’ – Residents recall deadly Bauchi bandit attack

Proto Thema - English

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· Jun 29, 2026

Mexico’s ‘Batman’ vigilante hunts motorcycle thieves and ties them to poles

It's gone viral in Mexico – Police are searching for the man who's taking the law into his own hands** The post Mexico’s ‘Batman’ vigilante hunts motorcycle thieves and ties them to poles appeared first on ProtoThema English.

The Hill

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· Jul 9, 2026

Mexico wants criminal investigation after man killed by ICE in Houston

We cannot ​turn a blind eye to the Mexicans who have died.

Independent Online

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· Jul 1, 2026

Isolated violence should not define anti-illegal immigration marches, says IFP

Isolated violence should not define anti-illegal immigration marches, says IFP

NDTV

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· Jun 24, 2026

Women Targeted With Date-Rape Drugs And Stabbings At France's Music Night

The annual Fete de la Musique festival in France descended into widespread violence and anarchy, resulting in 243 arrests nationwide, multiple stabbings, and severe sexual assaults, including...

Crime Prevention Research Center

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· Jul 10, 2026

At The Federalist: Trump’s Immigration Enforcement Really Is Slashing Violent Crime

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