Bogotá Mayor Carlos Fernando Galán unveils “Operation Bogotá” – a comprehensive security overhaul featuring 700 additional police officers, drone surveillance, and targeted anti-crime measures in response to a surge in armed robberies.
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Shooting in Bogotá’s Parque 93 and restaurant robberies deepen security crisis
The Colombian capital, Bogotá, is grappling with a heightened security crisis following a spate of armed robberies in restaurants and the targeted killing of businessman Roberto Franco Charry.
Bogotá’s Teatro Mayor unveils Mozart’s timeless “Cosi Fan Tutte”
Bogotá’s Teatro Mayor will stage Mozart’s iconic comic opera ‘Cosi Fan Tutte’ in 1970s Argentina, with international soloists and Mexican music director José Areán.
Bogotá restaurants targeted in spate of armed robberies
A series of daring armed robberies inside three popular and well-known Bogotá restaurants has the gastronomy sector on high alert.
Influenza A outbreak puts Bogotá Military Academy under strict quarantine
An Influenza A outbreak at the Military School of Cadets José María Cordova in Bogotá has resulted in a strict quarantine of the institution, and fears that the outbreak could spread among city residents. Cadet Cristopher Blanco died from exposure to the virus.
Petro’s deafening silence over Maduro’s 2024 election threats
Venezuelan President Maduro’s authoritarian declaration to win the 2024 elections “by any means necessary” appears to have left Washington out in the cold, and Colombian President Petro’s conspicuous silence on the recent barring of opposition leader María Corina Machado raises damning questions about his commitment and the administration of President Joe Biden in securing democracy across the region.
Bogotá hosts first No Car Day on Thursday with Galán as Mayor
Bogotá is hosting the first No Car Day of 2024, and first with Carlos Fernando Galán as Mayor. The all-day event will clear the capital’s streets of more than 1,8 million vehicles.
Bogotá Mayor Galán commended for management of wildfire crisis
As Bogotá grapples with air quality alerts given large forest fires that blazed out of control last week, Mayor Carlos Fernando Galán is being praised for his management of the crisis and environmental protection efforts.
Bogotá unites in solidarity as wildfires ravage unique ecosystem
Bogotá rallies in unprecedented solidarity as wildfires devastate unique Andean forest, with residents supporting 600 emergency responders and donating supplies, while efforts to rescue and protect the diverse wildlife continue.
Heat wave causes wildfires to rage in Bogotá’s Cerros Orientales
Amidst a relentless heat wave, wildfires blaze in Bogotá’s Cerros Orientales, fueled by the El Niño phenomenon, prompting a city-wide firefighting effort and heightened vigilance.
COVID variant JN.1 pushes Bogotá’s ICU occupancy to 80%
The Colombian capital, Bogotá, is grappling with a surge in cases of the COVID JN.1 variant with ICU occupancy reaching 80%. Health authorities on alert with infectious variant.
Galán charts ambitious course for Bogotá during inaugural address
Carlos Fernando Galán unveiled his ambitious vision for Bogotá, prioritizing security, mobility, and economic resilience during his inaugural address on Monday Colombian capital’s new Mayor.
Bogotá’s El Dorado Airport faces migrant crisis, African minors abandoned
Bogotá’s El Dorado Airport is at the epicenter of a growing humanitarian crisis after the abandonment of two African minors. As health and sanitation concerns escalate among the majority of stranded African passengers, a daily influx of some 200 migrants, aiming to reach the United States via Central America, has authorities on alert.
Leon Tovar unveils artistic showcase in Bogotá’s Atrio Tower
Renowned New York gallery León Tovar lights up the Bogotá skyline with an avant-garde exhibition featuring Peruvian maestro Jaime Miranda-Bambarén’s ‘Semillas’ at the Atrio Tower.
Bogotá illuminates Christmas in festive splendor
The Colombian Capital, Bogotá, transforms into a mesmerizing Christmas wonderland, Illuminating the city with enchanting lights and festive cheer. From Velitas to Constellations, residents and visitors can embark on a luminous Journey through a dazzling array of holiday celebrations.
Expoartesanías 2023 and Colombia’s rich handicraft traditions
Expoartesanías, Colombia’s most important arts and crafts fair, is set to dazzle visitors with edition 33, and scheduled to take place from December 7 to the 20 at the Corferias exhibition grounds in Bogotá.