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Chiapas is a lush, mountainous state in southern Mexico known for its Indigenous heritage, natural beauty, and political activism. In this section, explore news from key destinations like Tuxtla Gutiérrez, San Cristóbal de las Casas, and Palenque, covering cultural movements, ecotourism, human rights, public infrastructure, and archaeological preservation. From jungle ruins to Zapatista communities, Chiapas is a region where tradition, resistance, and biodiversity converge.

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Chiapas cacao heritage

•September 3, 2025

Chiapas cacao heritage powers culture and livelihoods

Celebrate the flavors and stories of Chiapas cacao heritage, where ancient practices meet modern challenges in chocolate production.

Chichonal quake swarm

•September 3, 2025

Chichonal quake swarm raises concern after 432 in August

Stay informed about the Chichonal quake swarm. August saw hundreds of earthquakes worrying residents near El Chichón volcano.

Chiapas scabies cases

•September 3, 2025

Chiapas scabies cases lead Mexico as 2,316 recorded

Chiapas scabies cases have doubled this year. Find out what health experts say about controlling this urgent outbreak.

El Chichón earthquakes

•August 29, 2025

El Chichón earthquakes trigger command post near volcano

Understand the significance of the El Chichón earthquakes and how officials are preparing communities for potential changes.

FGR agents dismantled a second drug lab near Palenque

•August 21, 2025

FGR agents dismantled a second drug lab near Palenque

FGR agents dismantled a second drug lab near Palenque, Chiapas, following a tip that led soldiers to a hidden site with reactors, drums and precursors.

MUSIPA Manos a la Obra workshop

•August 21, 2025

MUSIPA Manos a la Obra workshop brings Maya heritage alive

MUSIPA Manos a la Obra workshop gave Palenque children a hands-on path into Maya heritage, linking museum collections with living community ties.

Seizure in Chiapas Sierra includes cartel monster trucks

•August 21, 2025

Seizure in Chiapas Sierra includes cartel monster trucks

Security forces in Chiapas say more than 70 vehicles were seized across the Sierra, including improvised cartel monster trucks allegedly tied to the El Maíz...

Cintalapa police arrested chiapas

•August 13, 2025

59 municipal police officers arrested with cartel ties in Chiapas

Chiapas authorities arrested 59 Cintalapa police officers and four civilians and seized a jaguar in cartel-linked raids; weapons and vehicles were also seized.

Chiapas Black Hawk

•August 12, 2025

Black Hawk joins Monster 28 for Chiapas border security

A newly acquired, armored helicopter and a high-speed interceptor boat are now the face of Chiapas’ security strategy along the Usumacinta. Crews trained in rapid-rope...

900 kilograms of methamphetamine in Palenque

•August 7, 2025

FGR seizes 900 kilograms of methamphetamine in Palenque, Chiapas

FGR seizes 900 kilograms of methamphetamine in Palenque, securing reactors, caustic soda, a firearm, and vehicles as MPF leads the investigation.

migrant caravan to Canada

•August 6, 2025

Migrant caravan heads north through Mexico aiming for Canada, bypassing U.S.

A new migrant caravan is crossing Mexico en route to Canada, bypassing the U.S. amid rising deportations and border restrictions.

mexico weather today

•August 4, 2025

Mexico Weather Today: August 4, 2025

Heavy rains in Michoacán, Guerrero, Oaxaca and Chiapas bring flooding risks, lightning and reduced visibility as heat wave persists elsewhere.

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