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The Murdered Women of the State of Mexico (Part 2)
In episode two of the three-part series, VICE News meets with journalists and forensic experts to learn why the Mexican government continues to ignore these gender-specific murders.
The Murdered Women of the State of Mexico (Part 1)
VICE News investigates the murder of women in the State of Mexico, and meets relatives of the victims who continue to fight for justice, from authorities who seem incapable or unwilling to help.
The Murdered Women of the State of Mexico (Trailer)
Coming soon: VICE News investigates the murder of women in the State of Mexico, and meets their relatives who continue to demand justice, from authorities who seem incapable or unwilling to help.
All Female Murders Must be Seen as Possible Femicides, Rules Mexico Supreme Court
The justices decided that all murders of women should be considered possible femicides, in a landmark ruling over the 2010 murder of 29-year-old Mariana Lima Buendia.
Texas Bill Would Shield Teachers Who Kill on Campus from Prosecution
The proposed law has been met with heavy criticism and shock — even in a notoriously pro-gun state with relatively lax gun control like Texas.
Mass Protests Over Police Killings Spur Congress to Pass 14-Year-Old Legislation
Until ongoing mass protests forced the issue, the data-hungry US government for years showed little interest in statistics detailing police killings.
'Week of Outrage' Over Police Killings Begins in NYC as Protests Grow Larger and Louder
As anger over police killings continues to grow across the country, activists launched a series of actions to "disrupt business as usual" across New York City.
Ferguson Activists Demand Action, End to Police Militarization After Meeting With Obama
Seven black and Latino activists and community organizers from Ferguson and across the country met with the president to talk about police racism and impunity.
Call Courtroom 'Testilying' By Police What It Is — Perjury
A Baltimore cop faces perjury charges for lying about the beating of a suspect, but police aren't held accountable often enough for the lies they tell courts.
The Fight for Justice is a Fight Against the NYPD
Mothers of young men killed by cops demand reform. We must realize that this is not a campaign but a fight to be fought.
Afghanistan's Opium Economy Is Doing Better Than Ever
Afghanistan's opium production is set to break records this year — a booming illicit economy in a country with few opportunities.
Justice Is Scarce for Female Murder Victims in the State of Mexico
A report in 2013 found that 6.4 women were murdered every day in Mexico and that femicides increased 40 percent between 2006-2012.