Mexico's Ministry of Defense security forces killed the leader of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel, Nemesio Rubén Oseguera Cervantes, known as "El Mencho," in a military operation.

U.S. citizens and government staff in affected parts of Mexico are being asked to stay at home, work remotely and avoid crowds.

Violence across Mexico after the killing of a cartel boss is hitting trucks, ports and air freight for a critical trading partner to the U.S.

Multiple airlines in the U.S., Canada and Mexico are canceling flights in and out of parts of Mexico due to cartel-related violence there​.

Travelers faced disruptions and safety concerns after Mexico’s February 22 operation against the Jalisco New Generation Cartel.

Chicagoans visiting Mexico described the tense moments they spent hiding or running away from men carrying guns. Others with roots in western Mexico said the violence hits close to home.

An outbreak of deadly violence impacted tourist destinations in Mexico and prompted urgent warnings from the US and other governments.

As violence in Mexico subsides and flights in and out of the country resume, people from Kitchener, Ont., who are vacationing in the area of Puerto Vallarta recall what it was like to witness smoke, fires and members of the military on the streets of the tourist destination on Sunday and early Monday.