Policeman known for his tough stance toward Islamic militants lost to car bombing.
Eight months after locals formed self-defense groups, signs of progress.
Court overturned his 40-year sentence for 1985 kidnapping and murder of a DEA agent.
Miguel Angel Trevino Morales fled into brush, explaining marks on his face that have been attributed to police.
Most dangerous street gangs offering peace in exchange for rehabilitation and jobs.
Entrenched Mexico drug mafia, vigilantes battle for control of agricultural Michoacan state.
Gunmen are burning businesses and homes of anyone who refuses to pay them protection money.
The town's supplies had been blocked after the Knights Templars cartel declared war on the hamlet.
Preoccupied with issues close to home, Americans forget this one-time 'war of necessity.'
