El Mencho’s killing sets off fires, roadblocks and a city in lockdown
The Mexican army killed Nemesio Rubén Oseguera Cervantes — known as el mencho — on Sunday, decapitating what had become Mexico’s most powerful drug cartel and touching off a wave of violence that left roads blocked, smoke rising and a major city emptied as residents hunkered down.
El Mencho’s death sparked fires and blockades
The action followed the army’s killing of the cartel leader, Nemesio Rubén Oseguera Cervantes, on Sunday, an event described in coverage as decapitating the cartel and thrusting swaths of the nation into chaos. Cars burned out by cartel members blocked roads at more than 250 points in 20 Mexican states, authorities said, and left smoke billowing into the air.
Guadalajara emptied as civilians hunkered down
Jalisco’s capital, Guadalajara, was turned into a ghost town Sunday night as civilians hunkered down, with businesses and streets noticeably quiet during the night referenced in reports.
Sports scenes: LeBron, Hughes and the Olympic look back
On Sunday night, LeBron James called out Jaylen Brown for "that s*** he said about Bronny at Summer League" in 2024, a confrontation noted alongside other sports items. In international play, a high stick to the mouth cost Hughes two teeth, but his overtime goal lifted the U. S. to gold over Canada. Coverage also includes a retrospective: a look back at the winding path taken during the 2026 Milan Cortina Olympic Games, and the note that Liu’s not ready to retire from figure skating after securing dual Olympic gold, with the 2030 Games described as a long way out.
Politics, markets and a court ruling
Markets and politics were mentioned in the same package of coverage: Wall Street has been buffeted by the winds of Trump’s tariffs over the weekend, and a SCOTUS ruling was quickly refuted by the president in what coverage called a fast-developing situation.
Legislation and consumer notes
Legislative coverage flagged HB26-1144, which not only targets 3D printing ghost guns but makes it illegal to own or distribute the instructions. Lifestyle and shopping items highlighted a classic black turtleneck for 42% off, an editor-loved blender down to just $30 and Beats earbuds for under $100, and suggested destinations for readers "looking for a place to relax and reconnect with your closest pals" as top must-see picks.
Puzzles and what readers might try
For readers looking for lighter fare, the coverage included puzzle help: "This game can be pretty tough, so we've got clues if you're stuck on today's puzzle, #988, " followed by "Does today's Wordle have you stumped? Here are some hints and the answer. "
Next steps and official responses to the violence, and any scheduling changes tied to the unrest, are unclear in the provided context.
