Durango residents know it as the Hotel de Los Remedios, precisely because of its location on Cerro de Los Remedios, but the reality is that this building, which was built in the 1990s in one of the upper parts of the capital, has never had a name. And it never finished its construction, nor was […]
Campeche Plagued by Wave of Violence: 38 Homicides and Executions This Year
A surge in violence has gripped the Mexican state of Campeche, leaving a trail of bloodshed and death in its wake. According to official figures, the city of Campeche has recorded an alarming number of executions, with 14 deaths attributed to organized crime groups since the start of the year. In just one month alone, […]
Power Outages Worsen in Mérida and Campeche, Leaving Thousands Without Electricity
A growing number of neighborhoods in Mérida and Campeche are experiencing frequent and prolonged power outages, leaving residents without electricity, clean water, or basic services. In southern Mérida, residents of the Zazil-Há and Cinco Colonias neighborhoods have been plagued by constant blackouts for two weeks, lasting several hours at a time. The situation has become […]
Tulum’s Coastal Road Revitalization Takes Shape
The coastal road in Tulum is undergoing significant rehabilitation under the supervision of Municipal President Diego Castañón. The mayor emphasizes that this project was one of the most pressing needs for the municipality, and now it is beginning to take shape. The rehabilitation efforts are nearing completion, with three kilometers of the coastal area being […]
Sargassum Invasion Hits Playa del Carmen, Tulum, and Puerto Morelos
The beaches of Playa del Carmen, Tulum, and Puerto Morelos are struggling to cope with a massive influx of sargassum, a type of seaweed that is causing chaos for tourists and local businesses. María Elena Island, located in the region, is particularly affected by the invasion. “We can’t bring boats close to the pier because […]
Cozumel’s Land Grab: Over 150 Properties Illegally Occupied, Warning of Potential Fraud
The Secretariat of Sustainable Urban Territorial Development (Sedetus) has confirmed that at least 152 government-owned properties in Cozumel have been invaded or sold illegally, sparking concerns over potential fraud and legal conflicts. According to Genaro Sena Vidal, Director of Liaison and Housing in the municipality, the problem stems from a lack of follow-up on the […]
Profepa Acts Against Illicit Real Estate Developments in Cozumel’s Protected Areas
In a bid to safeguard the island of Cozumel’s fragile ecosystems, the Federal Attorney for Environmental Protection (Profepa) has temporarily closed two real estate developments that were operating without the necessary environmental permits. The closures took place on May 20 and 21 after Profepa conducted three inspections in areas considered highly sensitive due to their […]
Mérida City Council Steps Up Preparations for Rainy Season with Intensive Cleaning and Dredging Efforts
As the rainy season approaches, the Mérida City Council is ramping up its preventive measures to mitigate flooding and property damage in the city’s southern districts. Mayor Cecilia Patrón Laviada has announced that the council is intensifying cleaning, dredging, and construction of water infrastructure in neighborhoods and police stations. “We are working tirelessly across all […]
The Vanishing Heart of Mérida: A City Held Hostage by Greed
Mérida, once a vibrant and inclusive city, has undergone a transformation that threatens to erase the very soul of its inhabitants. The city’s traditional neighborhoods are being pushed out by rising property values, driven by foreign investment and tourism projects. For decades, Mérida was a place where working-class families could afford a decent home without […]
Brazen Robbery in Broad Daylight: Surveillance Footage Sparks Concerns in Mérida
A shocking video has been making the rounds on social media, capturing a brazen robbery that allegedly took place on the streets of Mérida, the Yucatecan capital. The footage shows a woman being approached by a man who snatches her purse and flees the scene. According to eyewitnesses, the victim was walking in the Melitón […]