Mexican cartel clashes fuel worries in lead-up to FIFA World Cup

By MEGAN JANETSKY TAPALPA, Mexico (AP) — Maria Dolores Aguirre’s family corner store has lived off tourism that has flowed into her charming cobblestoned town of Tapalpa, tucked away in the mountains of Jalisco state. That was until gunshots erupted and helicopters flew overhead as the Mexican army killed the country’s most powerful drug lord, just a few miles from her home. Related Articles LAFC made quite an impression on Real España in CONCACAF Champions Cup opener Galaxy settle for draw with New York City FC after red card LAFC trounces Inter Miami, Messi in season opener 5 Galaxy questions before 2026 MLS opener vs. New York City FC 4 questions for LAFC before 2026 MLS opener vs. Inter...