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Oaxaca is one of Mexico’s most culturally rich and diverse states, known for its Indigenous traditions, world-renowned cuisine, crafts, festivals, and stunning natural beauty. In this section, find news from key destinations like Oaxaca de Juárez, Puerto Escondido, and Huatulco, covering tourism, politics, environmental issues, community movements, and cultural preservation. From mountain villages to Pacific beaches, Oaxaca is a tapestry of history, resistance, and creativity.

Oaxaca News

Residents urged to stop dumping their trash on Oaxaca streets

•July 17, 2025

Residents urged to stop dumping their trash on Oaxaca streets

Local authorities in Oaxaca de Juárez are calling on residents to stop dumping waste on the Periférico median after social media exposures revealed trash piling...

•July 16, 2025

Oaxaca cocaine seizure nets 559 kilos and four arrests

Oaxaca cocaine seizure led to the capture of 559 kilos of cocaine, four suspects and a boat in a navy‑led operation off the Gulf of...

•July 14, 2025

Alebrijes 2025 Artisan Expo in Oaxaca celebrates the soul of Arrazola’s woodcarving tradition

Discover the Alebrijes 2025 Artisan Expo in San Antonio Arrazola, Oaxaca, from July 19 to August 3. Experience live woodcarving, meet artisan families, and explore...

•July 14, 2025

Guelaguetza 2025 Fills Oaxaca Streets with Dance and Tradition

Thousands gather in Oaxaca de Juárez for the third Guelaguetza 2025 parade, celebrating music, dance, and Indigenous traditions. Delegation parades continue on July 19 and...

•July 11, 2025

Bee swarm attack injures eight people and kills three dogs in Juchitán, Oaxaca

A Juchitán bee swarm attack injured eight residents and killed three dogs in Oaxaca after an opossum disturbed the hive; learn how to stay safe...

•July 11, 2025

Oaxaca breaks Guinness record with world’s largest tlayuda spiral

Oaxaca chefs align 1,200 tlayuda pieces in a 350 m spiral to set the Guinness record for the world’s largest tlayuda at Guelaguetza 2025 celebration....

•July 8, 2025

Procession of 350 dancers and musicians open Guelaguetza in Oaxaca

The Convite of July Guelaguetza marked the start of Oaxaca’s biggest festival as 350 participants paraded from Cruz de Piedra to Alameda de León in...

•June 30, 2025

Tropical Storm Flossie Strengthens Off Mexico’s Pacific Coast, Could Become Hurricane by Tuesday

Tropical Storm Flossie gains strength off southwestern Mexico, with hurricane status possible by Tuesday. Storm warnings issued from Punta San Telmo to Playa Perula. Tropical...

•June 19, 2025

Oaxaca’s Brain Drain Crisis Forces Young Talent to Leave the State

A growing number of young Oaxacans are leaving the state to study and work elsewhere, citing limited university options and poor job prospects. In a...

•June 19, 2025

DIF Oaxaca opens collection centers for families affected by Hurricane Erika

Following Hurricane Erick’s impact, DIF Oaxaca opens donation centers to collect food, clothing, and emergency supplies for families in the hardest-hit regions. In the aftermath...

•June 19, 2025

Hurricane Erik downgraded to Category 1 after leaving damage in southern Mexico

Hurricane Erick, now a Category 1 storm, hit southern Mexico with heavy rains and high winds, affecting multiple states. Authorities report flooding, evacuations, and infrastructure...

•June 19, 2025

Puerto Escondido and Pinotepa Nacional suffer severe damage from Hurricane Erick (VIDEO)

Hurricane Erick caused widespread destruction in Oaxaca's coastal towns, including Puerto Escondido and Pinotepa Nacional, with downed power lines, flooding, and road closures. Oaxaca’s southern...

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