Mexico Denies Limestone Extraction Permits Near Playa del Carmen
Semarnat rejected permits for two limestone extraction projects in Playa del Carmen and Puerto Morelos, halting Calica-like operations.
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Tulum Races to Avoid Becoming Mexican Caribbean’s First Seasonal Destination
Hotel occupancy in Tulum has plunged to 20 percent even in high season, sparking fears of becoming a seasonal destination.
Tree Experts Urge Playa del Carmen to Boost Reforestation to Combat Heat Waves
A tree care specialist calls on Playa del Carmen officials and residents to expand green spaces as concrete surfaces worsen…
Police Officer Wins First Amparo in Playa del Carmen Retirement Case
A Playa del Carmen officer won a court order forcing the security department to respond to his retirement request.
Federal Participations 2026: How Much Will Quintana Roo Municipalities Receive?
Quintana Roo's 11 municipalities will receive federal participations in 2026, with Benito Juárez getting the largest share.
Yucatán Credit Card Complaints Surge 47% as Financial Disputes Rise 11%
CONDUSEF reports 4,121 financial complaints in Yucatán in the first half of 2026, with credit card disputes up 47% year…
New Yucatan Law Requires Schools to Include Students With Autism
A Yucatan law taking effect at the start of the school year requires public and private schools to accept and…
5-Year-Old Boy Dies in Rollover Crash on Tizimín-Río Lagartos Highway
A 5-year-old boy was killed and five people injured when a car rolled over on the Tizimín-Río Lagartos highway in…
Quintana Roo Firefighters Join Mission to Combat Wildfires in Canada
Sixteen Quintana Roo firefighters have joined the Mexican contingent helping battle more than 600 active wildfires in Canada.
Ejido Sabidos Ratifies Compensation Agreements for Kohunlich Lands
Community members ratified agreements with federal authorities for pending compensation for Kohunlich archaeological zone lands.