Ciudad Victoria, Tamaulipas — The state of Tamaulipas is preparing to host the National Encounter of Pueblos Mágicos (Magical Towns) from November 26 to 29, an event expected to generate an economic impact of approximately 60 million pesos and draw thousands of domestic visitors. Benjamín Hernández Rodríguez, the Secretary of Tourism for Tamaulipas, announced that […]
New Cultural Funding Opportunity Targets Heritage Preservation and Digital Storytelling in Tamaulipas
The government of Tamaulipas has launched a new call for proposals titled “Voices of Heritage and Historical Memory 2026,” aimed at preserving and promoting the state’s rich cultural legacy. The initiative seeks to fund projects that highlight the collective memory and cultural heritage of the diverse cities across the region. Organized by the Secretary of […]
Tamaulipas to Launch Training Programs to Address 90,000-Operator Shortage in Mexican Freight Industry
A legislative initiative in Tamaulipas aims to transform Mexico’s chronic shortage of freight transport operators into a significant economic and employment opportunity for the state. The proposal seeks to develop a specialized workforce to meet the growing demand of logistics companies and attract further investment to the region. State Deputy Elvia Eguía Castillo, representing the […]
Tamaulipas Records 15.7% Industrial Surge, Outpacing Other Mexican States
Tamaulipas has emerged as the national leader in industrial growth for June 2026, outperforming all other Mexican states in industrial activity. According to the Monthly Indicator of Industrial Activity by Federative Entity (IMAIEF) published by INEGI, the state recorded a significant 15.7% increase compared to the same month in 2025. State Secretary of Economy, Ninfa […]
Tamaulipas Grants Dual Nationality to Dozens of U.S.-Born Minors
EL MANTE, MEXICO — Over 20 children and adolescents born in the United States have officially received dual nationality documentation in Tamaulipas, a move that provides them with legal recognition in Mexico without requiring them to relinquish their American citizenship. The initiative, facilitated by the Tamaulipas Institute for Migrants (ITM), is part of a broader […]
Morena Proposes 3% Tax Hike on Professional Fees to Boost Tamaulipas Revenue
CIUDAD VICTORIA, MEXICO — A Morena deputy in the Tamaulipas State Congress has introduced a legislative initiative to increase the “Impuesto sobre Honorarios” (fee tax) from 2% to 3%. The proposal aims to modernize the state’s tax structure, strengthen public revenue, and address the growing operational costs faced by both the government and the population. […]
Restoring the Heart of Tampico: Strategies for Tourism, Culture, and Investment
Real estate experts are proposing a strategic “urban recycling” of Tampico’s historic center to restore its economic and tourism appeal, arguing that the area is currently undergoing a natural transition rather than a permanent decline. According to Emilio Rojas Cobián, former national president of the Mexican Association of Real Estate Professionals (AMPI), the current vacancy […]
U.S. Fugitive Wanted for Human Trafficking and Robbery Arrested in Tamaulipas
A U.S. fugitive wanted for robbery and human trafficking has been apprehended in Nuevo Laredo, Tamaulipas, following a coordinated security operation involving several Mexican federal agencies. The individual, identified as a “priority fugitive” by United States law enforcement, was sought for his alleged involvement in aggravated robbery and conspiracy to transport undocumented persons. The arrest […]
Reynosa-San Fernando Highway Closed Due to Severe Flooding in Tamaulipas
The Reynosa-San Fernando highway in the northern border region of Tamaulipas has been closed to all traffic due to severe flooding caused by recent heavy rainfall. According to the state’s Security Spokesperson, the closure is currently in effect in both directions at kilometer 67, near the La Llorona bridge. Authorities cordoned off the area after […]
Sheinbaum spat on during tour in Tamaulipas; video goes viral
A video circulating on social media has sparked outrage after allegedly showing someone spitting in the direction of Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum during a tour last Sunday in Ciudad Victoria, Tamaulipas. The footage, widely shared on various digital platforms, shows the president greeting citizens when the incident occurs. The event has ignited a heated debate […]