A large fire hit the Limpio Municipal Market on the afternoon of Sunday, May 17, 2026, destroying two commercial halls and mobilizing volunteer firefighters and the National Police. There were no casualties, but material damage is significant. The probable cause, according to initial reports, is an electrical fault, still under investigation.
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https://www.c9n.com.py/A military member allegedly drunk caused a serious traffic accident in Ñemby, involving multiple vehicles and causing significant material damage. The driver did not suffer serious injuries.
A pedestrian was killed Thursday night on Route PY02 in Caaguazú when struck by a vehicle in which Senator Silvio “Beto” Ovelar was a passenger. The driver was detained, and the investigation is ongoing.
A solidarity marathon and festival, dubbed 'Itauguá de Pie: Todos por el Mercado,' will take place on Saturday, May 16, to assist over 400 merchants whose stalls were destroyed in a fire at the Itauguá Municipal Market. The event, supported by the municipality and other institutions, includes a donation drive from 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at the market parking lot, followed by an artistic festival at the Club Social Itaugüeño until midnight. Donations can also be made via a bank account.
During the 215th anniversary of Paraguay's independence, pickpockets exploited large crowds in Asunción's microcentro to steal phones and wallets, forcing many victims to spend the night filing police reports. Witnesses cited low police presence as a contributing factor.
The tenth edition of the 'Jagua Patriota' pet parade drew large crowds to Asunción's historic center, featuring dogs and other pets dressed in patriotic colors to celebrate Paraguay's 215th Independence Day.
A man identified as Juan Arzamendia, reportedly intoxicated, was arrested early Friday after breaking into the 8th Company of the Volunteer Fire Corps in Capiatá, causing damage to the station and a volunteer's vehicle. He claimed to be a military member and said he would cover the costs.
Paraguayan authorities set up a special return operation at the Ypacaraí toll to organize vehicle flow after the Mother's Day holidays, with traffic monitoring and control.
Relatives of a patient who died at the Instituto de Previsión Social (IPS) allege medical negligence, claiming the victim arrived minutes before the scheduled time for a procedure and did not receive adequate care, despite having purchased requested supplies.
Fiscal agents and security forces seized 760 kilograms of marijuana from a vehicle during an operation in Mayor Otaño, Itapúa department.
Residents of an urban area in Pedro Juan Caballero report cracks, sinkholes, and suspected soil contamination, allegedly caused by a local plastic factory. They call for authorities to investigate and hold those responsible accountable.
Relatives of a 72-year-old man accuse the Institute of Social Provision (IPS) of negligence after the patient died while awaiting a catheterization. The widow claims all documents were in order, but care was denied because they arrived outside of business hours.
Uriel, known as 'the little giant', gave a live musical performance on a television program, showcasing his talent and opening doors for future artistic contacts.
A man was seriously injured during an attempted robbery at a grocery store in San Antonio, Paraguay. The victim, who lost a large amount of blood, is hospitalized at the Trauma Hospital and needs blood donors. Security cameras recorded part of the incident, and police are investigating the case.
A woman killed her own son and took her own life in Lambaré, Paraguay. Family members claim the boy's father had sexually abused the child when he was 3 years old and that the case had already been reported to the authorities.
On Mother's Day, women at the Hospital Acosta Ñu shelter spend the day away from home, caring for their hospitalized children, embodying hope and resilience.
According to data from Paraguay's National Institute of Statistics (INE), more than 40,000 mothers are actively looking for employment, with the agency's director noting that for many women finding a job 'costs three times as much.' The figures also show that 36% of households in the country are headed by a mother.
Families gathered at the Cementerio del Este in Paraguay to honor deceased mothers on Mother's Day, bringing flowers, prayers, and emotional tributes.
A man known as alias 'Ruso' was detained by police in Encarnación after security cameras captured him entering a home to commit a robbery. Officers recovered cash and other items. The suspect has a prior record for homicide and aggravated robbery, according to C9N.
On Mother's Day, many working mothers in Paraguay, particularly at Mercado N.º 4, began their day early, balancing commerce and family responsibilities, highlighting their resilience.
Families experienced heartfelt reunions at Paraguay's main airport as travelers returned from abroad to surprise their mothers for Mother's Day, with hugs and tears marking the occasion on May 15.
Police in Asunción apprehended a man and woman suspected of breaking into a parked vehicle, with the woman found inside and the man acting as a lookout.
Authorities in Quiindy have arrested a man accused of attacking his ex-partner and daughter with a bladed weapon in July 2025, an incident captured on CCTV. The arrest comes almost a year after the assault.
Senator Rubén Velázquez acknowledges delays in implementing the university half-fare transport benefit and announces a public hearing. Student leaders describe long commutes and limited bus schedules, urging faster progress.