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Sinaloa is a Pacific coastal state known for its agricultural production, seafood, beaches, and complex security landscape. In this section, follow the latest news from cities like Mazatlán, Culiacán, and Los Mochis, covering tourism, politics, economic development, and organized crime. With a rich cultural history and growing international appeal, Sinaloa is a state of contrasts—balancing scenic beauty and regional challenges. This section offers timely reporting on what’s shaping Sinaloa today.

Sinaloa News

Operacion Frontera Norte

•November 20, 2025

Operación Frontera Norte counts 9,000 arrests so far

Operacion Frontera Norte marks a 337 million peso blow to synthetic drug labs in Sinaloa, as federal forces tally more than 9,000 arrests.

Sinaloa cartel casinos

•November 13, 2025

US and Mexico corner Sinaloa cartel casinos network

US and Mexican authorities move against Sinaloa cartel casinos, freezing assets, curbing access to banks and pursuing money laundering cases.

Seven states homicides

•October 7, 2025

Seven states homicides account for half of 2025 killings

Mexico’s seven states homicides footprint grew heavier in 2025, with half of intentional killings concentrated in a handful of entities as national totals eased from...

fake nurse in Culiacán

•September 18, 2025

Fake nurse in Culiacán tried syringe attack on patient

A fake nurse in Culiacán slipped into the General Hospital and allegedly tried to inject a patient before guards intervened. Police seized syringes as security...

Carnival Panorama Mazatlán

•September 17, 2025

Carnival Panorama Mazatlán arrival revives a quiet September

Carnival Panorama Mazatlán arrival delivered 5,624 passengers and crew on Sept. 3, easing a slow season with more ships due Sept. 22 and Sept. 30.

chemical concentration areas

•August 29, 2025

Five chemical concentration areas destroyed in Sinaloa

Explore the recent operations targeting chemical concentration areas in Sinaloa to dismantle clandestine drug production sites.

Mazatlán home port plan

•August 26, 2025

Mazatlán home port plan sets 450-million-peso target

Sinaloa’s governor filed a 450-million-peso plan with FONATUR to convert Mazatlán’s cruise terminal into a Mazatlán home port, aiming for embarkations and overnight stays.

22 people stranded on Isla Venados

•August 20, 2025

Heavy rains flood streets; 22 people stranded on Isla Venados

Heavy rains flood Mazatlán streets as lifeguards and Civil Protection evacuate 22 people from Isla Venados; no injuries reported amid traffic closures and a non-injury...

Mazatlán logs 245,000 cruise passengers so far in 2025

•August 20, 2025

Mazatlán logs 245,000 cruise passengers so far in 2025

Mazatlán cruise passengers 2025 keep rising as Sectur reports 245,353 visitors on 66 ships, with 13,283 in August alone; what’s driving the numbers and what...

Carpa Olivera pool reopens after weeklong closure

•August 18, 2025

Carpa Olivera pool reopens after weeklong closure

Carpa Olivera pool reopens in Mazatlán after seven days closed for high waves and damage, with partial areas still restricted and lifeguards supervising swimmers from...

Sinaloa dams at 21.5 percent

•August 18, 2025

Sinaloa dams at 21.5 percent after August rains statewide

Sinaloa dams at 21.5 percent after August rains, with 3,356.4 Mm³ stored; strong inflows and a 200 m³/s Huites–Miguel Hidalgo transfer lift reserves but risks...

Arroyo Jabalines mangrove pruning

•August 18, 2025

Arroyo Jabalines mangrove pruning debate splits neighbors

Neighbors and activists clash over Arroyo Jabalines mangrove pruning, with calls for permits, flood control, and safety. Protesters reject logging and demand a study.

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