The arrival of Sinaloans to settle in Durango has led to an increase in inflation for the state’s general products. In this regard, the Secretary of Economic Development (SEDECO), Fernando Rosas Palafox, clarified that those arriving are also entrepreneurs, bringing with them the creation of new jobs. “Inflation has risen; this indicates that there is […]
People displaced by drug violence in Sinaloa are putting pressure on the economy and services in Durango.
The internal war within the Sinaloa Cartel has unleashed an unprecedented wave of violence in the state. This conflict between the Los Chapitos and La Mayiza factions has led to massive displacement of families and business owners to neighboring states. For just over a week now, the arrival of families has been reported in Durango, […]
Gómez Palacio’s municipal government advances in consolidating security
The municipal government of Gómez Palacio has made progress in strengthening security, one of its priorities, with the increase in the number of Mexican Army and National Guard personnel. Mayor Betzabé Martínez Arango stated that a peaceful and tranquil environment is essential to foster economic development and generate decent living conditions for the municipality’s residents. […]
Esteban Villegas Villarreal leads the Cry for Independence in Durango before thousands of families.
The governor of Durango, Esteban Villegas Villarreal, and his wife, Marisol Rosso Rivera, president of the State DIF, celebrated the 2025 Cry of Independence in style at Plaza IV Centenario. The event began with honors to the Mexican Army’s flag, and at 11:00 p.m. Villegas appeared on the main balcony, accompanied by military, legislative, and […]
Three hundred vendors will set up shop for the national holiday festival.
On the afternoon of September 14th, near the Plaza de Armas, accompanied by various business leaders and independent contractors, the Municipal Inspectors’ Directorate handed out 300 spaces for those who will participate in the national holiday festival. “There are around 300 spaces; we’re practically ready, and some vendors are already setting up shop. Most of […]
Breaking news. Armed attack reported in Durango; one dead and one injured.
A violent incident occurred this Monday afternoon in the capital of Durango, where gunshots in the Castañeda and Aquiles Serdán neighborhoods left one person dead and another seriously injured. The incident occurred shortly after 3:00 p.m. After multiple calls to emergency services, security teams and paramedics immediately responded to the scene. Upon arrival, they confirmed […]
Only 378 new jobs in Durango in three years of state government.
Crisis. The construction sector has been one of the hardest hit by the lack of jobs, with at least 75 percent of builders affiliated with the Heavy Machinery Manufacturers Association reporting unemployment in 2024. Job creation has been one of the weak points of the current state administration headed by Esteban Villegas Villarreal in Durango. […]
Durango cattle comply with health protocols and maintain pest-free status
Durango Cattle Comply with Sanitary Protocols and Maintain Pest-Free Status Durango cattle were confirmed as pest-free and in compliance with international sanitary protocols, following supervision by APHIS-USDA and SENASICA personnel at the Su Karne Agroindustrial Feedlots, Rancho Lucero, and the Santa Clara Federal Inspection and Verification Point. This ensures quality to keep cattle exports open […]
Restaurants will remain open during the long weekend in Durango.
Food businesses in the city of Durango will not close their doors during the long weekend, during which a sales increase of up to 50 percent is expected, according to Adriana Porras Zubiria, president of the National Chamber of the Restaurant and Seasoned Food Industry (Canirac). Some restaurants that traditionally close on Mondays will be […]
‘Extortion practices have not stopped,’ warn organizations and business owners in La Laguna de Durango.
‘Extortion practices have not stopped,’ warn organizations and business leaders in La Laguna de Durango The signatory organizations of the “La Laguna de Durango against extortion” banner, a citizen movement that has resonated throughout the country, expressed their profound disagreement and called for a rethinking of the narrative surrounding the recent statements by local representative […]