
Kenia López Calls for Security Guarantees in Sinaloa
Kenia López has urged political parties and institutions to guarantee security in Sinaloa and called for efforts to avoid collusion with cartels.
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Kenia López has urged political parties and institutions to guarantee security in Sinaloa and called for efforts to avoid collusion with cartels.
Mexican President Sheinbaum celebrated bilateral efforts to eliminate the New World screwworm in cattle, reopening trade with the US, and stated her belief that Rubén Rocha Moya should not lead Sinaloa while facing drug trafficking charges.

Mexico's president has stated that the Sinaloa governor's brief return to office was 'not appropriate.' The president's comments highlight concerns regarding the governor's temporary reinstatement.

Dominic and Jeremi, who disappeared in Jalisco under suspicion of forced recruitment, have been located alive in Sinaloa. Investigation files were initially sent to Zacatecas based on phone signals.

The governor of Sinaloa, Mexico, Rubén Rocha Moya, has again sought a leave of absence from his position after a contentious return to office, amidst a US request for his extradition on drug trafficking charges and accusations of aiding the Sinaloa cartel.

Sinaloa Governor Rubén Rocha Moya, who is facing US drug charges, abruptly sought leave just one day after returning to office, following pointed remarks from Mexico's President Claudia Sheinbaum.

Rubén Rocha Moya has returned to his position as governor of Sinaloa, a decision that has been met with strong opposition from political parties, including his own Morena party, and calls for his resignation. His return has sparked protests and concerns about governability in the state.

TikTok has agreed to pay a $400 million settlement to the US Justice Department, resolving investigations into the company's handling of children's privacy data. This agreement concludes the legal battle regarding the collection of personal information from minors on the platform.
A joint operation between Cambodia and the US has uncovered a money laundering link to the notorious Sinaloa Cartel, revealing international criminal networks.

US authorities have sanctioned an eight-person cocaine trafficking network in Ecuador with ties to the CJNG and Sinaloa Cartel, while also convicting ten individuals in Florida for cocaine trafficking linked to a Mexican cartel. These actions target significant drug operations with connections to major Mexican criminal organizations.

Former Sinaloa security secretary General Gerardo Mérida, accused alongside Rubén Rocha Moya of ties to Los Chapitos, has been released from the custody of the Federal Bureau of Prisons, though his criminal case remains active.
The FBI has announced a $1 million reward for information leading to the capture of a gang leader accused of running a brutal dog-fighting network and selling drugs for the Sinaloa cartel.

Mazatlán, Sinaloa's primary tourist destination, is experiencing a surge in violence, with 14 homicides reported in the first week of August, as cartel conflicts intensify and the war in Sinaloa fragments.

Organized crime in Mexico is increasingly targeting social media influencers, particularly TikTokers, as part of cartel propaganda wars, with at least ten reportedly killed in the state of Sinaloa in less than two years.
Mexico City Mayor Claudia Sheinbaum addressed the murder of influencer César Gastélum in Culiacán, noting it was discussed at a federal security cabinet meeting and authorities are working to apprehend the perpetrators, making Gastélum the ninth content creator murdered in Sinaloa since 2024.

The head of the Bosnian parliament controversially compared East Sarajevo to a state plagued by the world's most dangerous drug cartels, specifically mentioning Mexico's Sinaloa. This comparison has sparked significant debate.

The Sinaloa Cartel has claimed responsibility for the killing of 10 men in Zacatecas, Mexico, with bodies found hung from a bridge, spreading fear and reviving extortion concerns across various sectors.

The Mexican government has also intensified pressure on cartels and deployed thousands of soldiers to the state of Sinaloa.
He read his remarks in Spanish from a piece of paper, coughed several times, and appeared emotionless as his sentence was confirmed

Mexico continues to suspect FBI involvement in the capture of Sinaloa cartel founder and 'El Chapo's' son two years ago in El Paso, Texas, despite Washington's denials.

Former US ambassador to Mexico, Ken Salazar, states in his memoir that no US agent traveled on the plane that transported Sinaloa Cartel leader 'El Mayo' Zambada, a claim that has drawn criticism from the Mexican government.

Ricardo Sánchez Bobadilla, a cartoonist, has spent two decades satirizing the brutal drug cartels and escalating narco wars in Mexico's Sinaloa region, despite the inherent risks, finding humor in the grim reality.

Mexican security chief Omar García Harfuch has confirmed an alliance between the Jalisco New Generation Cartel (CJNG) and Los Chapitos faction of the Sinaloa Cartel. Under this pact, El Mencho, leader of CJNG, reportedly provided funding and personnel resources to the Guzmán faction, an agreement previously indicated by the DEA, videos, and Google Maps.

Canada is pushing for the renewal of the free trade agreement with the US and Mexico, while also confirming the purchase of 26 HIMARS rocket launchers from the US government. These developments occur amidst various other US-related news, including the testing of Elon Musk's Starshield in New Zealand and a US bill to prevent Chinese-connected cars from entering the country.

Reports claim that the Sinaloa cartel used coded words to open checkpoints, had police arrest rivals, and involved armed gang members in raids, suggesting state complicity.
US sanctions have been imposed on an alleged Sinaloa cartel fentanyl network, with targets including a restaurant in Chihuahua, Mexico.
Two former officials from Mexico's Sinaloa state have been taken into US custody following their indictment on drug trafficking charges. The arrests stem from a joint investigation into international drug operations.

A former security chief from Mexico's Sinaloa state surrendered to US authorities, becoming the first of ten indicted Mexican officials to do so. Media reports also identified him as a former finance minister.

Gerardo Merida Sanchez, a former security chief for the Sinaloa cartel in Mexico, has been arrested in Arizona and transferred to New York on alleged cartel ties.

A CNN report alleged that the CIA "facilitated" the assassination of a Sinaloa Cartel operative in Mexico, prompting strong denials from both US and Mexican officials. Both governments rejected claims of a secret US assassination campaign against cartels, despite the report detailing CIA involvement in deadly attacks.

Mexican Senator Lilly Téllez has accused President Sheinbaum's government of protecting alleged "narco-politicians" following a US cartel indictment that implicated individuals with ties to the Sinaloa Cartel.

A US investigation into Sinaloa Governor Rubén Rocha Moya reportedly stems directly from the Los Chapitos case, with two cartel leaders already cooperating as witnesses for US authorities.
Claudia Sheinbaum has defended her party's "fourth transformation" movement as a Sinaloa scandal strains its political standing. Her remarks were made during a recent "mañanera" press conference.

President Trump is reviewing a new 14-point peace proposal from Iran, but expressed skepticism about its acceptance, stating Iran has not yet "paid a big enough price." He warned that military strikes could resume if Iran "misbehaves."

President Trump notified the U.S. Congress that military hostilities with Iran had ceased, asserting that no further approval was required regarding the conflict. He also mentioned having options against Iran and expressed dissatisfaction with a new Iranian proposal.

Iran's Supreme Leader signaled plans to maintain control of the Strait of Hormuz and warned of a 'painful response' if the US renews attacks. Iran also expressed readiness for diplomacy if the US ends 'maritime piracy'.

The U.S. Department of Justice has charged Rubén Rocha Moya, the sitting governor of the Mexican state of Sinaloa, with drug trafficking. This rare move against a foreign official could lead to a life sentence if he is convicted.
Mexican authorities have successfully recovered the body of a miner who was trapped following a collapse at a gold mine in Sinaloa.
A rescue mission in Sinaloa, Mexico, has entered its second month with no sign of a fourth miner who remains missing. Efforts continue to locate the individual following the mining incident.

A worker was miraculously found and rescued after being trapped for nearly two weeks in a flooded gold mine in Sinaloa, Mexico, following a dam breach in late March.
In the Sinaloa mine collapse, a second miner has been rescued, a third found dead, and a fourth remains missing.

Emei has signed with Atlantic/Nice Life, and Sara Bareilles has moved to CAA, among other recent artist signings including Los Gemelos de Sinaloa, Holding Absence, Henry Morris, Kathryn Gallagher, and a new K-pop girl group at Warner Music.

Vancouver-based Vizsla Silver has confirmed the deaths of nine of its ten workers who were abducted in late January in Concordia, Sinaloa, Mexico.
Laurence Gray, owner of Grips By Larry, has been indicted by the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of Arizona on charges related to selling multiple semi-automatic rifles, a machine gun, and pistols to members of the CJNG and Sinaloa Cartels.

An operation by Mexican marines against a drug cartel faction in the northwestern state of Sinaloa resulted in the deaths of 11 people.

The Mexican Navy killed at least 11 suspected members of the Sinaloa drug cartel during a security operation in northern Mexico, where naval personnel were attacked upon arrival at the location and returned fire. The daughter of one of the cartel leaders was also found.
Mexican authorities in Sinaloa have apprehended one of the FBI's ten most wanted men, a significant capture in international law enforcement efforts.

President Trump's proposal to strike cartels within Mexico has created a complex situation in Sinaloa State, a cartel stronghold, where some residents have expressed openness to U.S. intervention.
Friday's presidential press conference in Mexico focused on the potential successor to 'El Mencho' of the Jalisco cartel, recent cartel arrests, military casualties, and a decline in Sinaloa's homicide rate.
US authorities have offered a total of $10 million in rewards for information leading to the arrest or conviction of two leaders of the Mexican Sinaloa cartel.

US officials have indicted high-ranking Sinaloa Cartel brothers, accusing them of trafficking fentanyl as a 'Weapon of Mass Destruction' and facing terrorism charges in a new federal indictment.

BBC international correspondent Quentin Sommerville travelled to Culiacán in northern Sinaloa state following an explosion in violence.

Culiacán in northern Mexico has seen a surge in violence as rival factions of the Sinaloa cartel battle for control.

Drug consumption has empowered Mexico's cartels, which now control a third of Mexican territory and generate billions in profits.
Mexico's drug war rages as powerful cartels, inspired by Pablo Escobar's model, battle for dominance. The Sinaloa Cartel and the aggressive Jalisco New Generation Cartel lead the charge, controlling vast territories and fueling violence. Older groups like the Gulf Cartel and Los Zetas have weakened, leaving a landscape of shifting alliances and brutal power struggles.
Mexico News Daily released its weekly news quiz for February 21st, covering topics such as smog, snakes, and Sinaloan processing plants.
More than 100 women marched in silence during the Mazatlán Carnival to protest the disappearance of their children in Sinaloa, drawing attention to the ongoing issue of missing persons in the region.

The former director of sports for Guasave, Sinaloa, Mexico, has been detained in Utah and is facing charges related to fentanyl trafficking.

Citizens and business leaders in Sinaloa are demanding the resignation of Governor Rocha Moya, calling for an interim governor without political ties. This outcry reflects significant public dissatisfaction with the current leadership.

The Sinaloa Congress initiated extraordinary sessions to appoint an interim governor in the absence of Rubén Rocha Moya but subsequently suspended the session, leaving the designation pending. The decision on the interim governor remains unresolved.

An armed attack near the center of Mazatlán, Sinaloa, has resulted in one fatality and two injuries, prompting a large-scale operation by the army and National Guard.

The Sinaloa Congress has approved Governor Rubén Rocha Moya's request for a new leave of absence, prompting preparations for the election of an interim governor. The decision has sparked discussion among legal experts regarding the conditions for his potential return to office.

The PAN party leader Jorge Romero called for the dissolution of powers in Sinaloa following Governor Rubén Rocha's new leave of absence, demanding political impeachment and stating that a leave does not erase accusations or substitute justice.

A woman was attacked and shot three times in the body in the municipal seat of Escuinapa, Sinaloa, Mexico.

A new day of violence has been reported in Sinaloa, Mexico, with at least six deaths across different municipalities, including two victims killed in a confrontation with the Army.

Mexican authorities have issued search warrants and are actively looking for six members of a family who have gone missing in Mazatlán, Sinaloa.

Health authorities in Sinaloa, Mexico, are reinforcing surveillance for screwworm in a dog in Culiacán and urging good animal hygiene practices among residents.

The FBI successfully apprehended Gregory Henderson Jr., a fugitive with alleged ties to the Sinaloa Cartel, just three days after he was added to the agency's Ten Most Wanted list for drug trafficking.
Following Mazatlán's highest monthly homicide total of the year in July, the Mexican Navy announced the deployment of over 1,700 personnel to the Sinaloa port and resort city.
Communities in Ohuira Bay, Sinaloa, are evaluating the latest environmental plan for a contentious and nearly completed ammonia plant they have opposed for over a decade.

US authorities announced that jalapeño peppers linked to a salmonella outbreak in 27 states have been traced back to a grower in Sinaloa, Mexico, and a distributor in the US.

A Mexican influencer, César Gastélum, was shot and killed by a gunman on a motorcycle during a live TikTok broadcast in Culiacan. This incident marks the tenth influencer killed in the same state, highlighting ongoing violence.
Sinaloa, Mexico, recorded the worst economic performance among Mexico's federal entities in Q1 2026, primarily due to insecurity and adverse weather conditions.

Ismael 'El Mayo' Zambada, the notorious leader of the Sinaloa Cartel, has been sentenced to life in prison by a US court and ordered to pay $15 billion in drug trafficking profits. Zambada, who had been an elusive figure for decades, apologized in court and urged younger generations not to follow his path.

Ismael 'El Mayo' Zambada, one of the founders of the Sinaloa cartel, has been sentenced to life in a US prison without parole. He was also ordered to pay $15 billion in restitution for his role in drug trafficking and murders.

Two years after the kidnapping and transfer of drug lord El Mayo Zambada to the US, the Sinaloa Cartel faction war triggered by his capture continues, albeit somewhat muted, resurfacing recently as a political rift.

Mexico has launched an investigation into whether the US misrepresented its involvement in the capture and secretive transfer of top Sinaloa cartel leader Ismael 'El Mayo' Zambada García from Mexican territory in 2024, with the former US ambassador denying allegations of lying about the US role.
A marine was killed when his patrol was ambushed by a Sinaloa Cartel faction near Mazatlán, followed by a subsequent clash 180 kilometers north that resulted in the deaths of 10 criminals.

A powerful magnitude 6.1 earthquake struck off the western coast of Mexico, with tremors felt across several states. There were no immediate reports of significant damage or casualties.

Joaquín 'El Chapo' Guzmán, the former leader of the Sinaloa Cartel, is serving a life sentence in a US prison. In 13 letters addressed to the presiding judge, he describes suffering from severe physical and psychological exhaustion.
Authorities have arrested Gabriel Nicolás Martínez, known as "Gabito" or "El 80," a regional boss of the Sinaloa Cartel's "Menores" faction, in connection with the kidnapping and homicide of ten individuals linked to Canadian mining company Vizsla Silver.

The US Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) has sanctioned six Ethereum addresses due to their ties with the Sinaloa Cartel.
Mexico has blocked the bank accounts of former Sinaloa Governor Rocha Moya and other officials.

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum is facing increased pressure after two former top officials from Sinaloa state, both members of her Morena party, surrendered to the US over alleged cartel ties, though she denies any links between her party and organized crime.
Several allies of Mexico's Sinaloa governor have been taken into custody in the United States on alleged drug-related charges.

Insiders claim a drug cartel has gained near total freedom to operate in Mexico's Sinaloa state. This was allegedly achieved through a system of bribes and political support.

Two individuals have been charged with trafficking 260 pounds of methamphetamine to New Jersey, with authorities accusing one of the men of being associated with the Sinaloa Cartel.

Court documents suggest that a sprawling investigation into the sons of 'El Chapo,' including allegations of feeding victims to tigers, led to the case against former Sinaloa governor Rubén Rocha, despite the Mexican government's demand for more proof.
Security forces have increased their presence across parts of Mexico’s Sinaloa state in response to ongoing cartel violence in the region.

A US indictment of Governor Rocha and members of his administration for alleged ties to El Chapo’s sons is intensifying a sense of fatigue and resignation in Sinaloa, a region plagued by corruption and violence.

The Pentagon announced plans to withdraw 5,000 US soldiers from Germany, a move that has drawn criticism from influential Republicans in Congress and surprised local German communities. The decision could potentially be blocked by Congress, though details of the plan are emerging.

A U.S. indictment against a Mexican governor from Sinaloa confirms long-held suspicions among residents that the boundary between organized crime and high-level government has become indistinct.

The United States has resumed commercial passenger air service to Venezuela, marking the first direct flight in seven years. This development signals a new chapter in relations between the two nations.

Global oil prices surged to their highest levels since 2022, nearing $125 a barrel, amid reports that the US is considering new military scenarios and a potential multi-month blockade of Iranian ports.

The US State Department is implementing stricter visa restrictions on individuals working on behalf of US adversaries.

Senator Marco Rubio has introduced a measure to restrict visas for 75 family members and associates of the Sinaloa cartel, aiming to protect Americans from "narco-terrorists." This initiative targets individuals linked to the powerful drug cartel.

A rescue operation in Sinaloa, Mexico, has been ongoing for 13 days to save four miners trapped and submerged in water, with two found alive and one confirmed dead.

A 42-year-old miner, Francisco Zapata, was dramatically rescued after being trapped for 14 days in a flooded gold mine tunnel in Sinaloa, Mexico. Specialized army divers located him at a depth of 3 meters.

Nine of ten kidnapped miners have been found dead in Concordia, Mexico, with an investigation launched to determine if the Canadian mining company Vizsla Silver bears responsibility for the incident.
Two alleged members of the Sinaloa Cartel were killed on Saturday when the vehicle they were traveling in exploded on the Mexico City-Pachuca highway in México state. The post Vehicle explodes on…

An Arizona firearms dealer has been indicted on charges of allegedly supplying weapons to two Mexican drug cartels, CJNG and Sinaloa Cartel, both designated as foreign terrorist organizations.

At least eleven people, reportedly members of the Sinaloa cartel, were killed in Mexico during the arrest of a drug lord, according to the Mexican government.
Elva misstänkta kartellmedlemmar har dödats i en militärinsats i den våldshärjade delstaten Sinaloa i nordvästra…

Former President Donald Trump's recent statements about potential 'surgical strikes' against drug cartels in Mexico have created fear and geopolitical tension in the northern state of Sinaloa. As Washington escalates its rhetoric, questions arise about the likelihood of the White House bombing cartels.
Mexican authorities confirmed the identification of two bodies recovered in El Verde, more than a month after 10 employees of a Canadian mining company were kidnapped from their homes in Sinaloa. The post 2 more Vizsla Silver miners identified as 3 remain missing in Sinaloa appeared first on Mexico News Daily

The US government has offered a $10 million reward for the capture of Sinaloa Cartel boss brothers, following a recent operation against the Jalisco New Generation Cartel.
US offers $10 million for capture of brothers said to lead Mexico’s Sinaloa cartel in Tijuana AP News
The United States government has announced a $10 million reward for information leading to the arrest of key leaders of Mexico's notorious Sinaloa Cartel.

A BBC international correspondent traveled to Culiacán in northern Sinaloa state to report on the explosion of deadly cartel violence gripping the Mexican city.

The city of Culiacán in northern Mexico is experiencing a surge in violence as rival factions of the Sinaloa cartel battle for control, turning the area into a war zone.

The Mexican actor will play the drug lord in a production that will tell the story of the leader of the Sinaloa Cartel from his wife’s perspective

Americans are advised to avoid nonessential travel to parts of Jalisco, Baja California, Quintana Roo, Nayarit, Sinaloa and other regions amid unrest.

A fifth defendant linked to a meth trafficking ring tied to Mexico's Sinaloa cartel was convicted in Minnesota after a six-day federal trial.
The grim discovery of the kidnapped miners' bodies in Concordia, Sinaloa, cast a dark shadow over a week already clouded by conflicting narratives from Washington, Beijing and Mexico City on matters of trade and security. The post Mexico’s week in review: El Paso fiasco and China’s courtship complicate the diplomatic landscape appeared first on Mexico News Daily
Sinaloa Governor Rubén Rocha Moya, who faces drug trafficking accusations from US prosecutors, returned to office for only 48 hours before requesting another leave of absence the following day.

Claudia Sheinbaum has emphasized the need for honesty in the replacement for Rocha Moya and called for ensuring governability in Sinaloa.
A violent weekend in Sinaloa, Mexico, resulted in five deaths and 14 injuries, including a three-year-old child, with incidents involving shootings, clashes between rival groups, and an explosive device.

Movimiento Naranja (MC) has formally requested a substitute for deputy Sergio Torres, who was shot in Sinaloa, to complete its legislative bench.

The Mexican Navy has located a vehicle and improvised explosive devices in Sinaloa, which were subsequently destroyed.

Sinaloa, Mexico, recorded 15 femicides in August, with two more women shot dead in Culiacán and Mazatlán, and violence against women also affecting Escuinapa and Ahome.

Authorities in Sinaloa have dismantled a clandestine laboratory containing 72 explosives and over 2,000 liters of substances used for drug production.

Ruben Rocha, the governor of Mexico's Sinaloa state, has returned to office despite facing accusations from the Trump administration of collaborating with a cartel.
Sinaloa's capital is set to bring back its Independence Day celebrations after a two-year hiatus, signaling a potential return to normalcy and a hint that the region's period of violence and fear may be subsiding.
The Mexican Navy has seized more than 300 improvised explosive devices (IEDs) and 300 kg of explosives in Sinaloa, following a similar bust in the same area just two months prior.

Mexico's Attorney General has taken over the investigation into the livestreamed murder of influencer César Gastélum, following his death amidst Sinaloa's turf wars and his family's rejection of claims linking him to criminal factions.

Taylor Farms has recalled its Mexico-sourced jalapeño products and severed ties with its Sinaloa supplier due to a salmonella scare. The recall follows an outbreak linked to the contaminated produce.

A multistate outbreak of Salmonella Javiana, which has sickened 345 people and impacted two restaurant chains, has been traced by the FDA to a single grower in Sinaloa, Mexico.

A Mexican social media influencer was shot and killed by a gunman during a live stream in Sinaloa, Mexico, an incident that highlights ongoing violence targeting social media personalities in the region.

Darko Babalj, Chairman of the House of Representatives of the BiH Parliamentary Assembly, commented on recent events in East Sarajevo, comparing its streets to Mexico's Sinaloa after two mafia clan clashes occurred in recent days.

Mexican influencer Adriana Garcia has died at the age of 30 due to complications experienced during a cosmetic surgery procedure at a private clinic in Sinaloa.

The sentence imposed on 'El Mayo' Zambada certifies the demise of the original Sinaloa Cartel, the criminal organization he co-led with 'El Chapo' Guzmán, known for its violence and instability.
Nuevo León has emerged as the leading Mexican state in terms of announced private investments for future projects this year, surpassing other states like Chihuahua and Sinaloa.

Zhidong, known as 'Brother Wang,' arrived in Mexico to work in industry after studying Spanish, later becoming a crucial link between Chinese chemists and clandestine Mexican laboratories for the Sinaloa cartel. He maintains his innocence and awaits trial.

Authorities are following the trail of Mauro Alberto Núñez Ojeda, known as 'El Jando,' a trusted pilot for Los Chapitos, who is suspected of flying the plane that transported Sinaloa Cartel boss El Mayo Zambada to the US two years ago.
An internal conflict within the Sinaloa cartel, specifically between the 'Los Chapitos' and 'Los Mayos' factions, is reportedly undermining efforts by Mexican President Sheinbaum to appease former US President Trump. An International Crisis Group report highlights the social and political consequences of this violence and its influence on bilateral relations.
The DEA has named the Sinaloa Cartel and CJNG as its top priorities in the fight against fentanyl, with the agency's administrator declaring a pursuit of a 'fentanyl-free America'.
With a controversial ammonia plant nearly complete in Sinaloa, Indigenous Yoreme activists and fishermen are mounting a last-ditch effort to stop it. The post Protesters mount round-the-clock…

The Mexican president, Sheinbaum, has seen her approval ratings drop by seven points following crises in Sinaloa and Chihuahua, marking her sharpest decline in a year and a half.

Rubén Rocha, a controversial Mexican politician and on-leave governor, has gone to ground, with no one having seen him in 19 days, as questions intensify regarding his alleged ties to cartels. The Security Cabinet claims he is in Sinaloa.

Iran has issued strong warnings, including threats of opening new fronts and parliamentary votes on bounties, amidst escalating tensions with the United States. These developments follow recent US actions and threats concerning the region.

Enrique Díaz Vega, former Secretary of Administration and Finance for Sinaloa, Mexico, has surrendered to authorities in New York City to face serious drug trafficking charges and alleged ties to the 'Los Chapitos' cartel.

The Trump administration is reportedly preparing to seek a criminal indictment against former Cuban President Raúl Castro, according to sources. This move is seen as part of increased pressure on Cuba.

Reports concerning the CIA's potential involvement in the murder of a mid-level Sinaloa Cartel operative are reportedly deepening the binational security crisis between the US and Mexico.
Mexico saw an 11.9% increase in international visitors in March, even as the security operation to capture Sinaloa Cartel leader Nemesio "El Mencho" Oseguera Cervantes led to widespread travel cancellations.

Joaquín "El Chapo" Guzmán, the former leader of the Sinaloa Cartel, has sent another letter from his U.S. prison, where he is serving a life sentence, blaming the Mexican government for violent crimes and requesting extradition.
Yeraldine Bonilla Valverde has been officially sworn in as the interim governor of Sinaloa. This appointment marks a significant political transition in the Mexican state.
US authorities have indicted the governor of the Mexican state of Sinaloa on charges of drug trafficking.
Clave Especial has released their new 'AfterAfter' EP, which features collaborations with regional Mexican artists such as Fuerza Regida, Los Gemelos de Sinaloa, Chino Pacas, and Chuyin.

US authorities have indicted the governor of Mexico's Sinaloa state and other officials on drug trafficking charges. Mexican presidential candidate Claudia Sheinbaum has questioned the evidence and stated Mexico will not extradite the governor without 'irrefutable' proof, announcing an investigation into the claims.
Mexico's president stated that US extradition requests, including those against the Sinaloa governor, require 'overwhelming evidence' to proceed.
The final one of four miners trapped in a Sinaloa mine has been found dead, bringing a 33-day rescue operation to a close. This discovery confirms the tragic loss of all miners involved in the incident.
An operation is currently underway in Sinaloa, Mexico, with authorities suspecting it targets a brother of notorious drug lord El Chapo.

Authorities in Maputo, Mozambique, announced the arrest of three individuals strongly suspected of involvement in international drug trafficking, document forgery, and criminal association, claiming to have stopped the Sinaloa Cartel.

A worker named Francisco Zapata Nájera was rescued after enduring 13 days trapped in the El Rosario mine in Sinaloa, Mexico, which collapsed in late March, initially trapping 25 workers.

A Mexican miner was successfully rescued after spending 13 days trapped underground in a flooded area, officials confirmed. However, one miner was found dead, and another remains missing following the incident.
Vizsla Silver has confirmed that nine of the ten missing mine workers in Sinaloa, Mexico, have been found dead.
One of four trapped miners has been pulled to safety following a partial collapse at the Santa Fe gold mine in El Rosario, Sinaloa, where rescue efforts are ongoing for the remaining trapped workers.

Firearms recently sold in the US are increasingly being traced to Arizona and linked to the ongoing conflict within Mexico's powerful Sinaloa cartel, contributing to the bloodshed.

Omar Oswaldo Torres, the leader of the Los Mayos faction of the Sinaloa criminal network, was detained in the raid.

Mornarica je navela da je njeno osoblje napadnuto po dolasku na lice mjesta u državi Sinaloa, nakon čega je, "u skladu sa pravnim okvirom, uzvratilo na napad"

Mindful of the insecurity in his native country, the Mexican writer presents ‘The Mermaid and the Retiree,’ a political and suspenseful work set in Culiacán that follows a congressional candidate who…
Two more miners from Vizsla Silver have been identified, while three others remain missing following an incident in Sinaloa, Mexico.

Claudia Sheinbaum is preparing a two-day visit to the Mexican state caught in the crossfire between Los Chapitos and La Mayiza
The United States has offered a $10 million reward for information leading to the capture of brothers Rene and Alfonso Arsat Garcia, leaders of the Mexican Sinaloa cartel.

The Mexican city of Culiacán has turned into a war zone due to an internal conflict within the Sinaloa cartel, marked by brutal violence, fentanyl trafficking, and civilian suffering.

Culiacán in northern Mexico has seen a surge in violence as rival factions of the Sinaloa cartel battle for control, turning the city into a 'war zone'.

Rising drug consumption has empowered Mexican cartels, which now control a third of Mexico's territory and generate billions in profits.

Kartel Sinaloa je transnacionalna kriminalna grupa sa sjedištem u Meksiku, koji je 20. februara 2025. proglašen stranom terorističkom organizacijom i Posebno označenim globalnim teroristom

Alleged Sinaloa Cartel leader Fidel Felix-Ochoa faces life in prison after appearing in federal court on charges of funneling fentanyl into the U.S.
When the methanol plant begins operations in 2029-2030, it is expected to be the largest ultra-low carbon chemicals facility in the world, according to Transition Industries. The post Transition Industries set to break ground on US $3.3B methanol plant in Sinaloa appeared first on Mexico News Daily