Based on the premise that effective prevention of degradation and pollution in Lake Chapala begins at the source, an environmental protection program called Bosques-Agua-Gente (Forests-Water-People, abbreviated BAG), was formally launched this week under the auspices of Instituto Corazón de la Tierra (ICT).

Local motorists would do well to be on their best behavior as Chapala traffic police continue a crackdown on violations of the municipal traffic code.

Chapala has been named among the four municipalities outside the metro area where the Jalisco Ministry of Transport (STJ) plans to open offices for the issuance of driver permits.

A work crew is hustling to finish construction and embellishment of the circular platform and walkways connecting the Chapala Malecón to the Jesús Pescador statue before the Easter holidays start in mid-April.

Two men were shot dead in separate incidents reported in Chapala on the night of Saturday, March 16.

In a move aimed at alleviating traffic congestion and increasing the efficiency of public transportation, the Chapala municipal government is developing a plan to formalize local bus routes and establish safe pickup and drop-off points for passengers.