In a dramatic clash in the desert area of El Arenoso, Caborca, Sonora, three marines were injured, and an armored vehicle, known as a “Monster,” was seized. This confrontation also resulted in the confiscation of several cars and a cache of weapons. The Secretariat of the Mexican Navy (SEMAR) reported that the ambush occurred on […]
Sonora expects 3.5 million jobs to be affected by tariffs
Genaro Becerra Álvarez, director of Index in Sonora, said that not all fractions will be affected, but the automotive and medical sectors will be harmed. Source: milenio
Government rejects environmental complaint against Sonora Train before the CCA
The federal government has rejected the complaint admitted by the Commission for Environmental Cooperation of North America (CEC) on alleged environmental violations in the construction of the Sonora Train, arguing that the work complies with environmental regulations and that its execution will strengthen the commercial relationship between Mexico and the US. Why was the complaint […]
Nogales: A Border Town Adapting to Change Amidst Turmoil
The once-thriving tourist hub of Nogales, Mexico, is now facing a new reality under the Trump administration’s policies. This city in Sonora, just feet away from its Arizona counterpart, has seen a significant decrease in American visitors and an increase in deportees. Armando Diaz, a shopkeeper catering to tourists, laments the loss of business. His […]
In Sonora, 4 “narco camps” were dismantled and 1 communications antenna was seized
Federal Forces dismantled 4 “narco camps” and 3 observation posts in Sonora; a communications antenna was also seized. This, according to the weekend report of the Secretariat of Security and Citizen Protection (SSPC) in which it is indicated that the aforementioned events took place in 4 Sonoran municipalities. “In Arizpe, Bacoachi, Nogales and San Luis […]
Cartridges instead of strings? National Guard discovers armed “Mariachi” in Sonora
National Guard agents seized live cartridges for an assault rifle hidden inside a guitar case, during a security inspection at the “Garita San Emeterio” Customs Office, as part of the Secure Border Operation. The discovery occurred when checking the luggage of a passenger bus. With the help of an X-ray scanner, federal agents detected the […]
“El Keka”, leader of the armed wing of Los Chapitos, arrested in Sonora
The governor of Sonora, Alfonso Durazo, reported this Monday the arrest of Gabriel “N”, alias “El Keka”, whom he identified as one of the main generators of violence in the municipality of Caborca. Through his X account, the governor of Sonora published the image of the detainee, whom he points out to be the main […]
They say this is the town in Sonora where photographers, painters and writers go in search of inspiration.
They say there is a place in our country where only photographers, painters and writers from all over the world go in search of inspiration. Its name is Álamos and it is an old mining town located in Sonora. It sits on the foothills of the Sierra Madre, very close to the Cuchujaqui River. You […]
You can now study Korean at the University of Sonora!
For the first time in its history, the University of Sonora (Unison) has begun offering Korean language classes. The course, called Korean 1, began on February 18, 2025. The classes are available to both Unison students and people outside the university. The offer seeks to expand the learning of foreign languages in the community. Where […]
Alfonso Durazo highlights the increase in tourism and industry in Sonora due to economic growth
During the period from January to September 2024, the accumulated economic activity in Sonora grew 1.4%, as a result of the increase in secondary and tertiary activities of 1.4 and 2.4%, respectively, until the second half of last year, reflecting the boost given by Governor Alfonso Durazo Montaño to the industrial and service sectors, according […]