Nine Sentenced in El Rizos Weapons Case in Playa del Carmen
Federal prosecutors won prison terms for nine people in the 'El Rizos' weapons case in Playa del Carmen.
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Quintana Roo to Host Startup World Cup Semifinal for First Time
Ten startups will compete in Playa del Carmen for a place at the Startup World Cup national final and a…
Falling Concrete from Playa del Carmen Bridge Prompts Safety Concerns
Residents say chunks of concrete fall daily from the main Playa del Carmen bridge, urging authorities to inspect and repair…
California Student Supports Eye Care for 65 Akumal Residents
A California high school student turned a series of dog washes into a three-day eye clinic for children and families…
FGR Incinerates More Than 184 Kilos of Narcotics in Quintana Roo
Federal prosecutors incinerated over 184 kilograms of narcotics, including marijuana, cocaine and methamphetamine, in Quintana Roo.
Taxi Driver Arrested for Stealing Jewelry From Jonathan Succar Peri’s Body
A Cancun taxi driver has been arrested for allegedly stealing watches and gold jewelry from the body of Jonathan Succar…
Woman Arrested in Playa del Carmen for Alleged Labor Exploitation of Three Teenagers
Police arrested a 50-year-old woman accused of trafficking three teenagers from Chiapas and forcing them to work 12-hour days in…
Family of Doctor Killed in Cancún Crash Demands Answers From Prosecutors
Relatives of Nadia López Fitz say the FGE has given them no updates since filing a complaint over her death…
Failed Attack in Tulum Ends as Gunman Drops Magazine and Flees
A would-be gunman fled after dropping his weapon's magazine outside a tortilla shop in downtown Tulum.
Tren Maya Opens August 2026 Job Openings for Engineering and Transport Roles
Tren Maya is hiring engineers and transport operators in five southeastern states. Applications are due Aug. 31, 2026.