Temporary Border Closure With Belize Causes Traffic Chaos in Chetumal
A temporary border closure with Belize caused miles-long traffic jams and stranded hundreds of families in Chetumal.
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Pastor Arrested in Tulum for Alleged Sexual Abuse of 16-Year-Old Girl
A pastor was arrested in Tulum for allegedly sexually abusing a 16-year-old girl in the Aldea Zamá neighborhood.
Police Seize 166 Kilos of Marijuana in Cancun Raid
Authorities seized 166 kg of marijuana from a home in Cancun's Supermanzana 517, used as a drug distribution center.
Power Outage in Cancun Triggers Second Road Blockade in Five Days
Residents of Villas Otoch Paraíso blocked a major avenue after another blackout, demanding CFE fix the grid.
Attack on Newly Opened Playa del Carmen Restaurant Raises Security Concerns for Local Businesses
A newly opened seafood restaurant in Playa del Carmen became the scene of a deadly armed attack Sunday night, renewing…
Man Claims He Escaped Kidnapping, Seeks Help at Puerto Aventuras Shopping Center
A man who appeared injured and distressed prompted a police and emergency response Sunday night after arriving at Multiplaza Puerto…
Taxi and Pickup Truck Collision in Chetumal Leaves 2 Injured, Major Damage
A crash between a taxi and a pickup truck in Chetumal left two injured and caused extensive damage.
No Arrests Made as Authorities Seize Drugs in Four Raids in Jose Maria Morelos and Bacalar
Authorities seized drugs and properties in four raids in Jose Maria Morelos and Bacalar, but no arrests were made.
Man Shot in Cancun Walks to Supermarket for Help
A 40-year-old man shot in Cancun walked to a supermarket parking lot to seek help. No arrests have been made.
Maya Mythology Comes Alive in ‘La Hija de la Noche,’ Finale of a Fantasy Trilogy
Ramón Valdés Elizondo's 'Flor Negra' trilogy ends with a novel that brings Maya myths to new readers.