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Huila congressional elections conclude without incidents
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Following preparations for Colombia's March 8-9, 2026, legislative elections, voting for the Senate, House of Representatives, and interparty consultations proceeded smoothly in Huila with no security incidents, per the National Police. Polls opened in Neiva amid robust security, and initial results show several prominent candidates falling short of seats.
The Grand Lodge of Colombia held a homage to José María Rojas Garrido, during which Grand Master Fidel Cardona presented the original Periódico Liberal Doctrinario. Cardona emphasized that 'his legacy of freedom, justice, and democracy remains more alive than ever.' Family members, authorities, and social leaders attended the event.
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National Police captured a man in Neiva by court order for the crime of receiving stolen goods. Order No. 002 comes from the Second Criminal Circuit Court with Knowledge Functions in Neiva, to serve a 32-month prison sentence for events in February 2024 in Palermo, Huila.
The Defensoría del Pueblo warns of social conflict risks in 12 departments, including Huila, due to political polarization ahead of the March 8, 2026, congressional elections. Analysts attribute tensions to divisions between left and right, worsened by insecurity. Senate candidate María Lucía Villalba urges Huilenses to vote to retain direct Senate representation.
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Yalder Alejandro Collazos, 25, died at Hospital Departamental San Vicente de Paúl from severe injuries sustained in a traffic accident in vereda Claros, Garzón municipality, Huila. The young man crashed his motorcycle into a tree after losing control while heading to the Zuluaga population center. Authorities are investigating the causes of the incident.
Two years have passed since the mysterious disappearance of real estate agent Kelly Johanna Plazas Maná in Rivera, Huila, and her family still seeks answers. Three individuals, including her ex-husband Fidel Borrero Solano, face accusations for their alleged involvement in the case. Despite evidence presented in court, the woman's whereabouts remain unknown.
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Candidate Edgar Muñoz Torres issued a direct challenge to his rival Triana in the race for Huila's House of Representatives seat. He stated that the department needs effective management and representatives with proven results. His campaign highlights changes in security, health, and agricultural development.
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