South Mexico News Updates

Welcome to our South Mexico news hub. We cover Guerrero, Oaxaca, and Chiapas. Reporters work on the ground to deliver fast, accurate news on local governance. Coverage spans social movements and cultural events in southern Mexico. We gather the most relevant news daily. Our team covers coastal development in Guerrero, indigenous festivals in Oaxaca, and environmental updates from Chiapas’s rainforests.

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•July 21, 2025

Oaxaca launches 92nd Guelaguetza Monday on the Hill

The 92nd Guelaguetza festival in Oaxaca debuts its first “Monday on the Hill,” showcasing regional dance, music and crafts.

•July 19, 2025

Acapulco installs new storm and earthquake warning sirens strengthen hazard alerts

The Municipal Government of Acapulco installed 13 high‑power warning horns to alert residents within a 500 m radius about earthquakes, heavy rains, or hurricanes.

•July 19, 2025

Acapulco mayor invites tourists to swim at contaminated beaches

Despite federal warnings on contaminated beaches, Acapulco Mayor Abelina López says the water is safe and invites tourists to swim at the city’s shores.

•July 18, 2025

Oaxaca youth disappearances rise as 900 young women vanish

At least 900 women aged 12 to 29 have vanished in Oaxaca since 2022 according to dozens of collectives and civil associations.

•July 18, 2025

Artisanal Expo Oaxaca 2025 Brings Together Crafts from Eight Regions

Artisanal Expo Oaxaca highlights talent and tradition from all eight regions at the 2025 Mezcal Fair. Explore textiles, ceramics, and fine filigree works.

•July 18, 2025

Pacific coast tourist train could link Pueto Vallarta with Mazatlán and Acapulco

Business chambers revive plan for a Pacific coast tourist train linking Mazatlán and Acapulco through Puerto Vallarta, aiming to boost development in over 45 destinations...

Unsafe beaches in Mexico Pose Health Risks This Summer

•July 17, 2025

Mexico identifies 16 contaminated beaches where you should not be swimming

Cofepris has flagged 16 unsafe beaches in Mexico due to high levels of contaminants.

•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...