Stories from Colombia

A representative in Bogota was robbed during a campaign event. The incident occurred while the representative was campaigning.

A representative for the Pacto Histórico from Bogota was robbed during campaign activities with presidential candidate Iván Cepeda. The congresswoman reported that her bag was stolen from her vehicle while she was distributing flyers and informative materials.

Michel Pérez Fuentes won the election in Fonseca with more than 9,000 votes, according to data from the Registraduría. The election was held following a January 2026 Council of State ruling that declared Pérez's previous term as mayor null. A judicial ruling issued two days ago allowed his participation despite the prior nullification of his registration. The announcement follows recent local political developments in the region.

A monster truck exhibition in Popayán, Cauca, resulted in several injuries during a family event. The cause of the injuries related to the exhibition is also unclear. Witnesses reported people crying out for help as the vehicle hit the crowd. Police reported that the vehicle's brakes failed during the incident. The driver is reported to be in stable condition. Cauca Governor Octavio Guzmán stated that hospitals in the department have been placed on alert to treat the victims. A giant motor vehicle lost control and struck spectators during a performance in Popayán on May 3. Cauca Health Secretary Carolina Camargo confirmed three fatalities, including one minor. At least 30 people were sent to medical centers, though some reports indicate up to 40 individuals were injured.

Millonarios experienced its second consecutive elimination in the current championship. The team lost points in matches against Fortaleza, Inter de Bogotá, Chico, Jaguares, and Alianza. In the most recent match, the team lost 2-0.

Deportivo Cali has been eliminated from the tournament following a match against Deportes Tolima. Independiente Santa Fe secured qualification with 29 points, surpassing the 28-point threshold required for the eighth position.

The Venezuelan government announced the total closure of the Francisco de Paula Santander international bridge for 15 days. The bridge connects Cúcuta, Colombia, with Pedro María Ureña, Venezuela. The closure follows an explosion that caused ash emissions and triggered an orange alert. Winds dispersed ash toward the districts of Yuta, Guambo, Caban, Conde, and Tapay, according to the National Emergency Operations Center of Indeci. Pedestrians and vehicles must use either the Simón Bolívar bridge or the Tienditas bridge instead. The Venezuelan Ministry of Transport issued a statement detailing the measure, which became effective on Sunday. The closure follows a technical inspection prompted by residues in the Táchira River.

Police reported that four people were shot dead in the Colombian city of Cucuta. Two armed men on a motorcycle opened fire on the victims while they were drinking beer. One of the deceased was identified as the head of a neighborhood council.

Águilas secured a 1-0 victory against Bucaramanga following a mistake by goalkeeper Luis Hernan Vázquez. The match included a header from Fidričeuski that was caught by goalkeeper Ipan Arboleda. The game is currently in the eighth minute of play.

Rivaldo scored a goal for Águilas Doradas in Medellín to give the team a 1-0 lead. The goal was a header. Atlético Nacional currently holds first place in the standings with 40 points. Águilas defeated Medellín 3-2 at the Atanasio Girardot Stadium.