Quintana Roo School Director Removed After Parents Protest Alleged Relationship with Minor
Education officials removed a telesecundaria director after parents protested alleged misconduct with a student.
2026
Cancún Police Officer Arrested for Robbery Had Filed Two Injunctions; Mayor Proposes Reform to Speed Dismissals
A Cancún police officer arrested for robbery had filed injunctions delaying his dismissal, prompting a reform proposal.
Tulum Announces Traffic Closures for Carnival Festivities Through March 1
Tulum officials implement traffic changes for Carnival to ease congestion and ensure safety.
Tulum Launches ‘Secret Cenotes’ Guide to Promote Lesser-Known Natural Sites
Tulum launches a citizen initiative to create a guide featuring lesser-known cenotes to diversify tourism.
Cozumel Museum Launches Nature Painting Contest for 39th Anniversary
Cozumel museum invites artists to submit works inspired by the island's ecosystems for a painting competition.
Mexico Sets Record for Foreign Direct Investment in 2025 with $40.87 Billion
Mexico attracted $40.87 billion in foreign direct investment in 2025, a 10.8% increase from 2024.
Environmental Agency Shuts Down Illegal Construction in Yucatan Nature Reserve
Mexican environmental inspectors found illegal deforestation and construction in the Cuxtal Reserve near Merida.
Playa del Carmen Braces for Up to 60,000 Tons of Sargassum, Double Last Year’s Volume
Playa del Carmen could see 50,000 to 60,000 tons of sargassum this season, double 2025's amount, officials say.
American Tourist Sparks Backlash After Criticizing Playa del Carmen Vendors for Speaking Spanish
A U.S. tourist faced criticism after telling vendors in Playa del Carmen to learn English to sell better to tourists.
Man Shot Three Times in Tulum Attack, Prompting Major Police Response
A man was shot three times in Tulum, prompting a major police and emergency response in the city center.