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Welcome to Western Mexico News, by Vallarta Daily, your central hub for the latest Western Mexico news, breaking Western Mexico headlines, and up-to-the-minute Western Mexico politics updates. We cover Sinaloa, Nayarit, Jalisco, Michoacán, and Colima—from coastal resorts to inland capitals—ensuring you’re always in the loop on government decisions, economic trends, and cultural events that shape life along Mexico’s Pacific coast.

•August 4, 2025

Mazatlán opens ‘Capybara House’ at its aquarium

Mazatlán opens Capybara House at its aquarium to boost Mazatlán capybara conservation and let visitors connect up close.

Arrest of El Texano extortion operator in Quintana Roo

•August 4, 2025

Arrest of ‘El Texano’ in Nayarit, extortion operator in Quintana Roo

Quintana Roo authorities captured José Gerardo “El Texano,” a key extortion operator, hiding in Nayarit; pretrial detention set for August 7.

•August 4, 2025

Mexico Weather Today: August 4, 2025

Heavy rains in Michoacán, Guerrero, Oaxaca and Chiapas bring flooding risks, lightning and reduced visibility as heat wave persists elsewhere.

•August 4, 2025

Puerto Vallarta environmental route boosts cleanup and safety

Puerto Vallarta environmental route expands recycling, beach cleanups, and infrastructure upgrades to cut waste and improve safety.

•August 3, 2025

New Road Opens Remote El Jorullo to Eco Tourism in Puerto Vallarta

A newly finished access road links El Jorullo to Puerto Vallarta, unlocking eco-tourism and improving services for the mountain community.

•August 3, 2025

Puerto Vallarta rip current drowning claims Guadalajara youth

Puerto Vallarta rip current drowning took the life of a 19-year-old from Guadalajara; authorities warn swimmers to heed lifeguards and avoid risky conditions.

•August 3, 2025

15 Immersive Things to Do in Jalisco

From the bustling plazas of Guadalajara to the tranquil shores of Lake Chapala, this region invites travelers into an authentic Mexican experience.

•August 2, 2025

Mazatlán receives oversized electrical tower shipment from China

Mazatlán electrical tower shipment from China arrived, delivering 115 oversized steel structures for Mexico’s national grid through TMAZ port.

•August 2, 2025

1,500 Mexican Army troops arrive in Sinaloa amid violence surge

The surge in violence in Sinaloa intensified as 1,500 federal troops arrived on August 2, part of a buildup that began in July to curb...

•August 2, 2025

Chiquilistlán Balloon Festival Brings a Sky of Color and Culture to Jalisco

Experience the 60th Chiquilistlán Balloon Festival Jalisco, Sept 1–15: hot air balloons, local food, music, adventure tourism, and scenic views.

•August 2, 2025

Attack on mayor’s home in Michoacán leaves fire, heavy gunfire and vandalism amid cartel war

Attack on mayor's family home in Queréndaro leaves fire, heavy gunfire and vandalism amid cartel war, deepening insecurity in Michoacán.

•August 2, 2025

Cabo Corrientes Waste Logistics Leave Boca de Tomatlán River Polluted

Poor timing and coordination in Cabo Corrientes waste logistics are sending garbage from Boca de Tomatlán into Los Horcones River and out to sea.

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