The death toll from Mexico’s torrential rains has increased to 44, as the fallout mounted from widespread flooding and landslides across the country.

Authorities say the death toll from landslides and floods set off by incessant rainfall in central and southeastern Mexico has increased to 37 people.

Casa Ramirez has been part of the Houston community for nearly 40 years. Inside their colorful shop on 19th street in the Heights, you'll find all kinds of colorful gifts, art and books. Ahead of Cinco de Mayo, owner Chrissie Dickerson Ramirez is sharing not only the significance of this holiday, but also how she's continuing the mission of her late husband, Macario. Watch the full interview to learn more about this Houston gem.

The mayor of New York City is in Puebla, Mexico, thanking migrants for their contributions to his city, but telling them it is already full.

According to UNESCO, the Mexican city of Puebla is home to the oldest public library in the Americas.

Officials say an illegal tap on a natural gas line is apparently to blame for pre-dawn explosions that shook the central Mexico city of Puebla.

FILE - In this Feb. 15, 2006 file photo, the governor of the Mexican state of Puebla, Mario Marin speaks during a news conference in Puebla, Mexico. The press freedom organization Artículo 19, which is representing Cacho, said Marín could face up to 12 years in prison for the charge of torture if convicted. AdAccording to Artículo 19 lawyer Leopoldo Maldonado, there is sufficient evidence against Marín, including recorded telephone conversations. Marín’s trial could be a “watershed” that “cracks open the impunity pact that has prevailed in Mexico for decades,” Maldonado said. In December 2005, Marín sent police to arrest Cacho in Cancun and drive her to Puebla.