A girl died of measles in the municipality of Cajeme, the Sonora state government reported, and also shared details of the cases reported in the state. It is worth noting that state authorities detailed that all reported infections are imported from other states, meaning none originated in Sonora. According to the Ministry of Public Health […]
Governor of Sonora inaugurates first public “electric charging station”; launches three electric buses
Governor Alfonso Durazo Montaño inaugurated the first public electric charging station in Sonora and launched three electric buses. The state governor stated that this new mobility model, in which 19.4 million pesos were invested, seeks to decarbonize the economy and leverage clean energy to position the state as a leader in sustainable development. This station […]
New license plate design in Sonora: Who should apply for one?
The Sonora government presented the new license plate design, which will begin circulating in the state in 2025. This redesign not only modernizes the image of the vehicle registry, but also strengthens safety, visibility, and regional identity, authorities stated a few days ago. Who must apply for the new license plates in Sonora? The Ministry […]
US Fugitive Caught in Mexico: Man Wanted for Cocaine and Marijuana Trafficking Arrested in Puerto Peñasco
A 52-year-old American man, Jim “N”, has been apprehended by Mexican authorities in Puerto Peñasco, Sonora, following a coordinated operation between the Ministerial Criminal Investigation Agency (AMIC) and the National Migration Institute (INM). According to reports, Jim “N” was being sought by US authorities on a federal arrest warrant stemming from his alleged involvement in […]
The Shadow of Narco-Politics: Sinaloa and Sonora Under the Grip of Organized Crime
Ties between the governors of Mexico’s states, Rubén Rocha Moya (Sinaloa) and Alfonso Durazo (Sonora), and some of the country’s most powerful criminal gangs have become increasingly apparent. Rocha Moya has faced criticism for issuing a veiled warning to education sector employees in Sinaloa, urging them not to inform parents about the dangers their children […]
The town in Sonora that doesn’t appear in the guidebooks and has the best barbecued meat in Mexico.
It’s well known that Mexico stands out, among other things, for its gastronomy: it’s among the richest and most varied in the world. The type and variety of dishes prepared depend on the region and the crops available. The wide variety of menus seems endless. And if we look north, there are also many options. […]
American arrested with ammunition of various calibers after search in Sonora
A man originally from the United States was arrested in Sonora after a search in which cartridges of various calibers were found. The report from state authorities indicates that the person now detained is from the state of Arizona. The arrest of the man identified as Carlos and/or Luis Everardo “N,” 25, was reported by […]
Surprising Waterspout Captured in Puerto Peñasco, Sonora
The formation of a waterspout off the Puerto Peñasco boardwalk, captured on video by local residents and tourists on Monday morning, was confirmed by Luis Armando Flores Oropeza, head of the Municipal Civil Protection and Fire Department. He explained that this is a natural phenomenon common during this time of year and occurs when a […]
Fines against pet owners for irresponsibility are on the rise.
The number of fines issued against irresponsible pet owners in Hermosillo increased significantly, rising from an average of 10 per month in 2022 to 131 in the first quarter of 2025. In February, the Municipal Institute for Animal Protection and Welfare broke a record for issuing 170 fines against pet owners for walking their pets […]
Who will be required to carry the newly designed license plates in Sonora?
The Undersecretary of Revenue for the Sonora Treasury Department, Jorge De la Rosa Flores, indicated that taxpayers will not have to change their license plates due to the new design, introduced recently. Last Wednesday, De la Rosa presented the new license plate design, raising questions about who will be required to use the new plates […]