Homicides Drop but Drug Trafficking Rises in Quintana Roo
Intentional homicides fell 72.2% in January 2026 while drug trafficking cases increased 29.5% in Quintana Roo.
Cancun
Quintana Roo Nautical Sector Warns 30% of El Meco Reef Operators Lack Required Documentation
Nautical association alerts that nearly a third of operators at El Meco reef lack proper permits, risking access restrictions.
U.S. Removes Cancún and Riviera Maya from Security Alert as Normalcy Returns to Quintana Roo
The U.S. government has excluded Cancún, Playa del Carmen, Tulum, and Cozumel from its latest security alert for Mexico.
Cancún Authorities Launch Effort to Identify and Revitalize Abandoned Hotel Zone Properties
Officials in Cancún are identifying abandoned properties in the Hotel Zone to improve urban image and prevent deterioration.
Therians No-Show at Cancún March as Community Seeks Refuge Amid Controversy
A planned therian march in Cancún saw no attendees, highlighting the movement's divisive reception.
Suspected Gang Members Fail to Set Bus on Fire in Cancun Neighborhood
Suspected gang members attempted to burn a bus in Cancun but fled before igniting it.
Gentrification in Cancún’s Historic Neighborhoods Sparks Urban Crisis
Rapid real estate development in Cancún's historic neighborhoods drives up rents, strains infrastructure, and displaces longtime residents.
Cancún Officials Dismiss Rumors of Public Transport Suspension
Authorities confirm public transport in Cancún is running normally, despite rumors of suspension.
Cancún Airport Experiences Atypical Day Due to Security Concerns and Weather Delays
Cancún International Airport faced disruptions from security measures and U.S. weather, causing delays and cancellations.
Quintana Roo Braces for Record Sargassum Season in 2026
Quintana Roo prepares for a record sargassum influx with over 2,400 tons already collected and 60 million tons projected.