Authorities Rescue 39 Alleged Human Trafficking Victims in Cancún Bar Raid
Police found 39 women during a raid on a bar in Cancún, suspected victims of sexual exploitation.
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Man Shot by Motorcycle Assailants in Cancún Neighborhood
A man was shot multiple times by two suspects on a motorcycle in Cancún's Villas Otoch neighborhood.
Welding Spark Suspected in Bacalar Hotel Fire
A hotel in Bacalar caught fire Saturday, possibly due to a welding spark, with no injuries reported.
Cozumel Police Officers Suspended After Video Shows Alleged Excessive Force Against Women
Two Cozumel police officers suspended after video shows alleged excessive force against women during eviction.
Cozumel Fishermen Report Illegal Lobster Poaching During Closed Season
Fishermen in Cozumel report illegal lobster harvesting during the closed season, threatening the species' recovery.
New Initiative Seeks to Expand Free Beach Access in Tulum and Beyond
Acceso Playa Tecate has launched as a new initiative aimed at opening and enabling free, dignified, and accessible beach entry…
Fire Destroys 60-70 Businesses in Oaxaca’s Punta Zicatela Tourist Zone
A fire destroyed 60-70 businesses in Punta Zicatela, Oaxaca, affecting over 200 workers. No injuries reported.
Cancún Pride March Moved to May to Avoid Schedule Conflicts
Cancún's LGBT+ Pride march rescheduled to May 16, 2026, to avoid conflicts with other Quintana Roo events.
Workers Allege Labor Violations at Tulum Restaurants in Mini Quinta District
Employees accuse Tulum restaurants of withheld tips, delayed pay, and 12-hour shifts.
Mérida Suspends Sunday Cultural Program for International Women’s Day March
Mérida cancels its Sunday cultural activities to accommodate a large women's rights march.