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U.S. Expands Visa Bond Program to 50 Countries
Latest News - Mexico
Mexico Transfers 37 Alleged Cartel Figures to the United States
The detainees were flown aboard seven military aircraft to multiple U.S. cities after Mexican officials said they posed a significant security risk.
Congressman Honors Police Bravery and Service in Baja California
Congressman Ramón Vázquez highlighted a historic budget and formal professional rights as key steps to support officers.
Governor Marina del Pilar Inaugurates New Mexicali School, Broadening Opportunities for Students
More than 140 students now have access to classrooms, a library, and safe facilities at the newly opened Rincones de Puebla secondary school.
Tijuana Cleanup Program Brings Improvements to Eastern Neighborhoods
More than 12,000 residents in eastern Tijuana saw streets repaired, debris removed, and public spaces improved this week.
Rosarito Mayor Pushes Safer Schools Through Community Peace Forum
The forum focused on prevention strategies designed to start at home, carry into schools, and strengthen safety across the broader community.
Baja California Showcases Food, Wine, and Travel Appeal at FITUR
State tourism officials are in Madrid this week promoting Baja California at one of the world’s largest travel events.
Mexicali Among Top Cities for Wages in Baja California
Data released this week points to steady wage growth in the state capital as 2025 came to a close.
Governor Marina del Pilar Expands Access to Art and Culture in Baja California
Baja California has launched over 160 arts and culture courses, reaffirming its commitment to fostering creativity statewide.
Mayor Norma Bustamante Inspects Major Road Rehabilitation in Mexicali
Crews have begun maintenance work on a key section of Salina Cruz Street, spanning from Oaxaca Avenue to Querétaro Avenue.
Rosarito Unanimously Approves Mayor’s 2026 Public Works Program
Mayor Rocío Adame’s proposals received unanimous approval from the Rosarito City Hall.
Julieta Venegas Opens Norteña Tour With Show in Tijuana
The Tijuana show marks a return to the city Julieta Venegas has long described as central to who she is and how she makes music.
Citywide Cleanup Brings Street and Lighting Upgrades to Tijuana
City crews worked across several neighborhoods this week, clearing debris and making targeted infrastructure improvements.
Baja California Opens the Door to Alcohol Sales at Cinemas and Theaters
Movie theaters and live performance venues in Baja California will soon be allowed to sell alcohol, following a legislative reform approved by the state congress.
Long-Delayed Drainage Project Completed in Mexicali
A storm drainage project completed in Ampliación Solidaridad Social is designed to prevent water accumulation that has affected the neighborhood for decades.
Tijuana Sees Strong Start to Property Tax Collections
City officials say early property tax payments have pushed Tijuana’s collections past 198 million pesos in the first 11 days of January.
U.S. Embassy Reports Sharp Drop in Illegal Border Crossings
Alongside lower border encounters, the U.S. Embassy in Mexico reported that more than 605,000 people have been deported since Trump returned to office.
Rosarito Launches Push to Simplify Permits, Back Local Businesses
Playas de Rosarito officials have created interagency working groups to streamline business permitting and promote economic growth.
Rosarito Builds Closer Ties With Tourism Developers
City officials met with tourism developers as part of ongoing efforts to strengthen dialogue around investment, development, and property tax policy.
Smart Traffic Lights Roll Out on Key Roads in Playas de Rosarito
The upgrades will allow traffic lights to adjust in real time based on vehicle volume, easing congestion on some of the city’s busiest streets.
Cantina de los Remedios Shuts Down, Triggering Strike
More than 30 workers say they were left without severance or unpaid wages after a longtime Tijuana cantina shut down abruptly earlier this year.