Up to 6,000 Cubans have been deported from the United States without their documents to the state of Chiapas in recent weeks, according to unofficial figures, through an unsigned agreement between the Mexican and U.S. governments. The Washington Office on Latin America (WOLA) stated in its latest report that “thousands of foreigners have been deported […]
Roadblock cleared in Chiapas
State police officers cleared residents of the municipality of Villa Comaltitlán who were blocking Federal Highway 200 on Sunday, demanding justice for the death of 17-year-old student Óscar José González Reynoso, who was run over by a vehicle on Wednesday, April 15. The Chiapas State Security Secretariat reported that members of the State Guard and […]
Clash between residents of Tziscao and La Cañada, Chiapas, leaves one dead
A clash between residents of the communities of Tziscao and La Cañada, located in the municipality of La Trinitaria, left one person dead on Saturday, according to residents. The State Attorney General’s Office (FGE) stated that “an inter-institutional group is already at the scene of the confrontation between civilians; however, order has been restored.” The […]
Mass poisoning of dogs reported in the Highlands of Chiapas
More than a month after the alleged poisoning of dogs in the community of Zacualpa Ecatepec, in the municipality of San Cristóbal de las Casas, in the Chiapas Highlands region, animal rights activists condemned the incident and demanded that the relevant authorities launch an investigation. They also called on the public to report animal abuse, […]
Drug dealing on the rise in Chiapas; hotspots in Tapachula, Tuxtla and San Cristóbal
During the first quarter of 2026, 207 investigations into drug dealing were opened in Chiapas, representing a 17 percent increase compared to the same period in 2025, according to data from the State Attorney General’s Office. Official figures detail that 55 investigations were opened in January, 65 in February, and 87 in March, reflecting an […]
Textiles reflect the vision and tradition of the indigenous peoples of Chiapas
The textiles of the indigenous communities showcase the talent of the women of the Chiapas Highlands. The blouses for women, woven on a backstrap loom in Tenejapa, stand out. The colors reflect their roots, the feeling of the land, and each stitch highlights the unity of the people, their worldview, and their desire to live […]
Birdwatching makes the region more attractive in Chiapas
With a message of conservation for Chiapas’ natural areas, the seventh Chiapas Birding Festival 2026 kicked off, marking the beginning of birdwatching tourism’s rise in the state as an international attraction, competing alongside Oaxaca. From April 15th to 17th, the Chiapas Convention Center will host this event. Segundo Guillén Gordillo, the State Secretary of Tourism, […]
New increase in toll booth fees in Chiapas
On Monday morning, several motorists reported an increase in the toll on the Chiapa de Corzo-San Cristóbal de Las Casas highway, which now costs 105 pesos for cars. According to users, the toll increase took effect on Monday. Additionally, it was reported that the three toll booths on the Ocozocoautla-Arriaga toll road also saw an […]
They are planning a tourist observatory in Chiapas
A tourism observatory could soon be established in Chiapas, a project that aims to integrate key information from the sector to improve decision-making and maintain statistical control, as announced by the state Secretary of Tourism, Segundo Guillén Gordillo. The official explained that there are few observatories of this type in Mexico, among them the one […]
More than 50 cars participate in the 3rd San Cristóbal Car Show
As part of the 156th annual Spring and Peace Fair 2026, the 3rd San Cristóbal Car Show took place this Sunday at noon. This exhibition of modified cars brought together more than 50 vehicles in the parking lot of the Hermanos Domínguez City Theater, where they remained on display until late afternoon and evening. The […]