Puerto Aventuras Faces Public Lighting Issues Due to Aging Streetlights
Puerto Aventuras deals with outdated streetlights and a housing developer's failure to provide required materials.
Politics
Chetumal Cultural Events Highlight Social Divide in Quintana Roo
Two events in Chetumal reveal stark contrasts in government priorities and cultural support.
Marco Rubio’s Presidential Ambitions Shape U.S. Policy Toward Venezuela, Cuba, and Mexico
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio's foreign policy moves signal his presidential ambitions, impacting Venezuela, Cuba, and Mexico.
Mexican Billionaire Ricardo Salinas Pliego Accuses AMLO and Morena of Forming a Criminal Cartel
Ricardo Salinas Pliego accuses former president AMLO and Morena of forming a criminal cartel to maintain power.
Playa del Carmen to Use Fifth Avenue Ad Revenue for Infrastructure Projects
Mayor Estefanía Mercado announces ad revenue from Fifth Avenue will fund infrastructure, overseen by a citizen-business panel.
Singer Despika Criticizes Poor Organization at Chetumal Reggae Fest
Singer Despika called out the Chetumal Reggae Fest for poor promotion and last-minute artist notifications.
U.S. Army Plant Ammunition Fuels Mexican Cartel Violence
Cartels use .50 caliber rounds from a U.S. Army-owned factory in attacks on police and civilians.
Mexican Tax Agency Fines Hit Record High, Surpassing 30 Billion Pesos
Mexico's tax authority collected over 30 billion pesos in fines last year, a 52% real increase driven by stricter enforcement.
Chetumal’s Barrio Mágico Project Delayed as State Prioritizes Flag Plaza Renovation
Quintana Roo officials delay the Barrio Mágico project due to funding, prioritizing the Flag Plaza renovation first.
Tulum Municipal Ombudsman Alleges Irregularities in $76 Million Loan Approval
Tulum's municipal ombudsman accuses the mayor of pushing a $76 million loan without proper justification or transparency.