The article investigates the alleged involvement of Sinaloa's Governor Rubén Rocha Moya in a plot involving the kidnapping of Ismael 'El Mayo' Zambada García by his godson Joaquín Guzmán López. Rocha Moya claims he was in Los Angeles during the incident, but U.S. Customs and Border Protection found no record of his entry. Sources suggest Rocha Moya never left Culiacán and was aware of the plot. The article also touches on political tensions between Rocha Moya and Héctor Melesio Cuén, who was murdered during the incident. Rocha Moya denies any criminal ties or involvement in the events.

The article discusses the ongoing security crisis in Mexico, particularly in Sinaloa, where criminal organizations have gained significant power. The new Mexican government's security strategy, which continues the approach of previous administrations, is criticized for its ineffectiveness. The article explores the possibility of negotiating with criminal organizations as a potential solution to the violence, drawing parallels to past calls for truces. It emphasizes the need for integrity and neutrality in any negotiations, highlighting the complex dynamics and challenges in achieving peace in the region.

In Culiacán, Sinaloa, a van with eight bodies marked the rise of 'El Gavilán' as the new plaza boss for the Sinaloa Cartel's Los Chapitos faction. 'El Gavilán,' a young hitman under Iván Archivaldo Guzmán, gained prominence by protecting key figures within the cartel. The article highlights the violent methods used to assert control and the internal dynamics of the cartel.

Mario Alexander, known as El Piyi, a chief hitman for the Sinaloa Cartel, was captured in Culiacán, Sinaloa, following a coordinated operation by the Mexican Army and National Guard. His identity was partly revealed through 'corridos tumbados' by artists like Peso Pluma, which highlighted his exploits. El Piyi, who had maintained a low profile, was involved in protecting cartel territories and was linked to notable cartel figures. His arrest marks a significant development in the ongoing efforts against the Sinaloa Cartel.

Ismael 'El Mayo' Zambada is set to appear in a Brooklyn federal court for his first hearing after being transferred from El Paso, Texas. The case, overseen by Judge Brian Cogan, involves complex security issues. Zambada, initially resistant, agreed to the transfer to the Eastern District of New York. The article also touches on the killing of Eliseo Imperial Castro, known as 'Cheyo Anthrax', in Culiacán, Sinaloa.

The Sinaloa Cartel is experiencing internal conflict following the capture of Ismael Zambada, leading to violent clashes between factions led by Los Chapitos and Los Mayitos. The violence erupted in Culiacán, with both sides vying for control over territories. The Mexican military has increased its presence to prevent further escalation. The conflict is rooted in territorial disputes and power struggles within the cartel, with significant implications for the region's stability.

An internal conflict within the Sinaloa Cartel has erupted in Culiacán, Sinaloa, following the capture of Ismael 'El Mayo' Zambada. The faction led by 'Los Chapitos,' sons of Joaquín 'El Chapo' Guzmán, is being challenged by forces loyal to El Mayito Flaco, who has allied with other cartel leaders. The clashes, which resulted in at least two deaths, have prompted state and federal forces to intervene. Despite no official confirmation, social media videos have documented the violence, highlighting the ongoing power struggle within the cartel.

In the mountains of Chihuahua, Mexico, the Sinaloa Cartel has taken control of local water sources, exploiting the region's severe drought to establish a black market for water. The cartel uses water trucks, pipelines, and lookouts to siphon water from natural sources, ensuring their own agricultural needs are met while selling water to local farmers, businesses, and hotels. This new business model highlights the increasing value of water in northern Mexico as climate change exacerbates water scarcity.

The author recounts how journalism played a pivotal role in diverting them from a life of drug addiction and potential overdose in Ciudad Juárez, Mexico. Their work as a journalist began with covering activism against anti-immigration laws and investigating cartel recruitment on social media. Journalism provided a sense of purpose and accomplishment, which led to a departure from substance abuse. The violent cartel wars in Ciudad Juárez, which made it the deadliest city in the world, posed significant risks, but the author's commitment to journalism kept them from being present at a bar where their friends were killed. Despite the stress, anxiety, and depression that followed, journalism remained a refuge and a means of survival, even when the author had to flee to the US. The author acknowledges the toxic nature of the journalism industry but expresses a deep connection to the profession that saved their life multiple times.

The article discusses the increasing use of fentanyl in Tijuana, Mexico, largely attributed to American drug users crossing the border. It highlights the personal story of Lily, an American woman who moved to Tijuana seeking freedom but ended up addicted to fentanyl. The narrative contrasts the Mexican government's stance that fentanyl is not a local issue with the reality on the streets, where the drug is prevalent and causing significant harm.