Marina del Pilar signs agreement to coordinate journalist protection mechanisms in Baja California

The state governor stated that the agreement is looking to improve both mechanisms in order to guarantee the integrity and security of those who defend human rights or work as journalists in Baja California. She added that the most relevant part about this mechanism is that it goes from being reactive to being preventive, since […]

February 24, 2022

These tacos in Tijuana are actually served with pure avocado flesh

In this episode of Una Mordida Tacos Tijuana, our host, Chef Danny Betancourt visited “Tacos El Güero” located in Blvd Agua Caliente 1045, Zona Centro. Two tacos were tasted here: a carne asada taco and a chorizo taco both priced at $1.5 dollars (31 pesos). Chorizo Taco This first taco has chorizo, avocado, onion, coriander […]

February 24, 2022

Actor Seth Rogen visits Rosarito restaurant La ½ Corriente

Baja California has been recognized worldwide for its delicious cooking, which is why it is becoming the favorite destination of several Hollywood celebrities. This time it was Seth Rogen’s turn who visited La 1/2 Corriente + Ahumadora Rosarito restaurant. Seth Rogen is a Canadian actor, comedian, director, and producer better known for his role as […]

February 23, 2022

Marina del Pilar congratulates Baja California’s teachers for their work during the pandemic

ENSENADA.- Now that Baja California is under the green traffic light, state Governor Marina del Pilar Ávila Olmeda has revealed that Monday, February 28 will be the date where students of all educational levels will return to in-person classes. This will end a dormant period of online classes that has lasted a little under two […]

February 23, 2022

“Tijuana: Window to the South”, the first show to highlight the region as a tourist destination

Although not very common in Tijuana, there have been TV shows and media that have been very relevant for cross-border cultural issues that have left a mark in people’s opinion. One of these was “Tijuana: Window to the South” hosted by Mrs. Jan (Juanita) Wood, produced and directed by Mr. Manuel Cruces, which aired for […]

February 23, 2022

Marlin chorizo taco will charm your palate in Tijuana

In this episode of Una Mordida Tacos Tijuana, our host, Chef Danny Betancourt, visited ”Mariscos D’Tocho”, a food truck located in Calle José Vasconcelos, Nueva Tijuana in the Otay area. He tried two tacos here: a marlin chorizo taco priced at $4 dollars (80 pesos) and a spicy shrimp taco priced at $3.75 dollars (75 […]

February 22, 2022

Marina del Pilar states that face mask usage will be optional in open spaces in Baja California

MEXICALI.- After Baja California was changed to be under the green traffic light and was able to contain the fourth wave of Omicron variant infections, the state Governor, Marina del Pilar Ávila Olmeda, invited the general public to keep taking precautions. Additionally, she also spoke about stopping the use of face masks in open spaces, […]

February 22, 2022

Rainy days with hail and minimum temperatures of 3°C in Tijuana

Rainy and cold days are back in Tijuana and it is expected that this type of weather continues, which is why Civil Protection and the Firefighter Board revealed that this storm’s total accumulation will be between 12,7 mm and 25,4 mm in coasts and valleys. Most of it will be concentrated on Tuesday late afternoon […]

February 22, 2022

Those over 18 will be able to get their Covid-19 booster shot this week in Baja California

Massive Covid-19 vaccination campaigns are still ongoing in Baja California. Most likely Covid-19 booster shots for those over 18 years old will be available this week, stated Baja California Governor, Marina del Pilar. “We are going to continue our vaccination campaigns. I want to share with you that vaccines for people between 18 and 29 […]

February 22, 2022

Coreano Vlogs claims Puerto Nuevo has the best lobster in Mexico

A week ago Youtuber Cristian Kim of “Coreano Vlogs” visited Puerto Nuevo in Rosarito to try the famous lobster of ”La Casa de la Langosta” restaurant, where he was surprised due its distinctive food. In his YouTube channel, he publicly revealed in his vlog Langostas sin fin de Playas Mexicanas, that he visited Baja California, […]

February 21, 2022

Governor Marina del Pilar oversees return to in-person classes in Mexicali

MEXICALI.- On the eve of the return to in-person classes in Mexicali, Baja California Governor, Marina del Pilar Ávila Olmeda, visited two schools that will accommodate students in their classrooms. Her visit is part of the procedure to verify and test strategies, conditions, and the protocols that will be carried out in school facilities. Together […]

February 21, 2022

Two supermarkets in Tijuana have the most expensive basic basket in all of northern Mexico

AMLO’s morning press conference is characterized for having different topics, one of which regards families’ economies and prices of products often consumed by the Mexican people, such as those in the basic basket. According to his press conference, two supermarkets in Tijuana have the most expensive basic basket in all of northern Mexico. Ricardo Sheffield […]

February 21, 2022

National Seismological Services reports 10 earthquakes in Baja California this Monday

Earthquakes are an abrupt movement of the earth that cannot be predicted, and these events tend to take people by surprise when they are intense. During the morning of Monday, February 21, the National Seismological System registered 10 eartquakes in Baja California. During the early morning, 7 earthquakes were registered, occurring between 02:00 AM and […]

February 21, 2022

Baja California’s new Head of Security reports actions to reduce crime rates

The Secretariat of Citizen Security of Baja California (SSCBC), led by its head, General Gilberto Landeros Briseño, presented this Sunday, February 20, the initiatives that Landeros has issued since taking charge, whose purpose is to reduce crime rates in the state. The first act by the SSCBC was a restructuring of the agency, materializing concrete […]

February 20, 2022

Governor Marina del Pilar declares Baja California will be under green traffic light

Thanks to proper COVID-19 measures, Baja California has officially been able to contain the fourth wave of the pandemic, due to a collaboration between all people who organized adequately to prevent infections. Because of this, starting Monday, February 21, 2022, the state will change from being under the orange to the green epidemiological traffic light. […]

February 20, 2022

Soft Milanese meat is the highlight in Tijuana’s “Tacos DF”

In this episode of Una Mordida Tacos Tijuana, our host, Chef Danny Betancourt, visited varied tacos taqueria “Tacos DF”, located in Colonia Altabrisa, specifically in Avenida Independencia in Otay. He tasted two tacos here: a traditional stuffed pepper taco priced at $1.5 dollars (30 pesos) and a Milanese taco with marrow in green sauce priced […]

February 19, 2022

Baja California registers 1,065 active Covid-19 cases

Due to the decrease in active and confirmed cases, the Scientific Committee is encouraging people not to lower their guard on their way to the new normality, which means to continue the use of face masks and social distancing. Specialists stated that, though there has been a decline in infections, preventive measures are still needed, […]

February 19, 2022

Marina del Pilar underscores armed forces involvement in Baja California

MEXICALI.- Baja California Governor, Marina del Pilar Ávila Olmeda, emphasized the hard work of the state’s armed forces, highlighting their progress in their fight against crime and their priority in safeguarding citizens. All of this occurred on the National Army Day celebration in February 19. The Governor explained the commitment that the Secretariat of National […]

February 18, 2022

Tijuana: La Cacho, in the golden zone, and surroundings under unprecedented violence

The insecurity in Tijuana continues to clearly rise, so much that even the “golden zones” are not safe anymore, specifically “La Cacho”, which has been witness to several criminal acts in the last month. The most notable one was the murder of the owner of Taikishi restaurant, Cecilia Rodríguez Rodríguez, who was mugged and then […]

February 18, 2022

Tijuana’s toll border crossing “Otay II” will have 10 interchangeable lanes

Through social media, the Secretariat of Foreign Relations (SRE) revealed information about the new toll border crossing between Tijuana and San Diego, also known as Otay II, which will be inaugurated very soon in the city. According to information shared by SRE, this new crossing will be multimodal, which will improve security and will ease […]

February 17, 2022