FGR and U.S. preparing criminal case against Durango governor

The Attorney General’s Office (FGR), led by Ernestina Godoy, plans to pursue criminal charges against Durango Governor Esteban Villegas—a member of the PRI party—alleging that his administration has shielded the drug trafficking operations of the “Los Cabrera” group, an offshoot of the Sinaloa Cartel faction known as “La Mayiza.” Sources familiar with the investigation revealed […]

Former legal director of the Durango Education Secretariat arrested

Elements of the Investigative Police for Corruption Crimes executed an arrest warrant against Claudia Josefina “N”, former Director of Legal and Labor Affairs for the Durango State Department of Education (SEED), for her alleged involvement in the crime of misuse of public office. Authorities reported that the former official is accused of acts related to […]

They are carrying out operations against vehicles with tinted windows and without license plates in La Laguna de Durango.

As part of the security measures and crime prevention efforts, operations are expected to begin soon in the Laguna region of Durango, primarily in the municipalities of Gómez Palacio and Lerdo, to detect vehicles without license plates or with excessively tinted windows. “Unfortunately, these types of vehicles have already been heavily stigmatized; it’s said that […]

First case of screwworm in a dog confirmed in Durango

The Secretary of Rural Development for the State of Durango confirmed the first case of screwworm in a dog. This comes after health authorities identified the presence of the pest in Pueblo Nuevo. The notification was made by the National Service for Agrifood Health, Safety and Quality (Senasica), triggering health alerts in the state, one […]

Durango parking lots will be made to pay for the first hour free of charge: City Councilor

In the municipality of Durango, authorities are working to ensure that all shopping centers and establishments comply with the Parking Regulations. An initiative is being prepared to require businesses to respect the first hour of free parking and provide a 20-minute grace period for entry and exit without payment. Councilman Alejandro Gurrola Alcaraz stated, “Article […]

Fermachem begins construction of fertilizer plant in Durango

Fermachem, a major infrastructure and petrochemical project in Mexico, officially launched its nitrogen fertilizer plant in Lerdo, Durango. This world-class industrial project aims to strengthen Mexico’s food sovereignty, reduce dependence on imported fertilizers, and stimulate economic and social development in the region. This project represents an investment of over 20 billion pesos, from both domestic […]

Accident at car show in Nuevo Ideal, Durango, leaves several injured

An accident during a car show in Nuevo Ideal, Durango, reportedly left nine people, including three minors, injured after being struck by a man driving a pickup truck. The accident allegedly occurred when the driver was performing the “Trompito” stunt, where the vehicle spins at high speed. He reportedly lost control and ran over several […]

Intense heat returns to La Laguna; check the forecast for the week

The weather forecast for today calls for high temperatures across much of Coahuila and Durango, with highs approaching 40°C (104°F) in the Laguna region and generally dry conditions. Although some cities will experience partial cloud cover, the chances of rain remain virtually nonexistent. Where will it be hottest today? The Laguna region will once again […]