Morena Blocks Emergency Aid for Maya Communities Caught in Border Dispute
Yucatán Congress rejects emergency aid for Maya communities trapped in a border dispute between Yucatán and Quintana Roo.
Politics
El Chapo Sends New Letter to New York Court Seeking Extradition to Mexico
Joaquín 'El Chapo' Guzmán sent an 11th handwritten letter to a New York court requesting extradition to Mexico.
Mexico’s Sheinbaum Reports 49% Drop in Homicides Since September 2024
President Claudia Sheinbaum announced a 49% reduction in homicides from Sept 2024 to May 2026, citing security strategy.
PRI Municipal Leader Warns Electoral Reform in Quintana Roo Could Undermine Political Diversity
A PRI councilor in Benito Juárez criticizes a reform proposal that would bar losing mayoral candidates from council seats.
Chichén Itzá Loses Up to 4 Million Pesos Daily as 9,000 Tourists Locked Out by Artisan Conflict
A dispute over vendor relocation at Chichén Itzá is costing millions daily and blocking thousands of tourists.
Tulum Mayor Cuts Public Works Budget by Half to Pay Banorte Debt
Tulum's mayor slashed the 2026 public works budget by 46% to repay a $50 million short-term loan from Banorte.
Playa del Carmen Council Members Unaware of Status of 334 Patrol Cars
Council members say they don't know the condition of 334 patrol cars bought for $60 million.
Playa del Carmen Culture Institute Reports Over 2 Million Pesos in Debt
IMCAS, Playa del Carmen's culture institute, reported over 2 million pesos in short-term debt in Q1 2026.
Isla Mujeres Will Not Accept Outsiders for Local Posts, Official Says
A Mexican official says Isla Mujeres residents will reject mayoral candidates from outside the island.
Quintana Roo Congress Approves Reforms for Women’s Rights, Justice, and Environment
The state legislature approved measures to strengthen gender equality, combat violence against women, and update environmental laws.