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La Paz and Los Cabos dominate the 2026 State Basketball Championship and advance to the Regional phase
La Paz and Los Cabos were the top winners of the 2026 State Basketball Championship, held in La Paz. La Paz won three gold medals and Los Cabos won two, securing both municipalities their pass to the regional phase of the 2026 CONADE National Games.
Nov 18, 20253 min read
Millionaire investment in La Paz: SEDATU allocates over 45M pesos to modernize the Malecon and tourist corridors
SEDATU, in coordination with the State Government, will invest over 45 million pesos in La Paz as part of the Urban Improvement Program (PMU). Funds will be allocated to five key projects, including the modernization of the Malecon, reinforcement of public lighting in tourist corridors, and the installation of security poles connected to C4.
Nov 18, 20253 min read
A Geological Gem: Discover the Cave of the Two Windows, the best-kept treasure in the heart of Espiritu Santo Island
The Cave of the Two Windows is a must-see destination on Espiritu Santo Island, La Paz. Accessible only by sea and after a hike, this geological formation offers spectacular views of the Sea of Cortez through its two natural openings. It is vital to visit with certified guides, as it is a Natural Protected Area requiring special permits for tourism.
Nov 18, 20253 min read
Desalination plant project in Comondú would generate 700 jobs; private investment is sought
The mayor of Comondú, Dr. Marcos Barbosa, announced a project for a desalination plant in Ciudad Constitución, which would be carried out with private investment. The project aims to solve the historical water deficit and could generate 700 direct jobs during its construction.
Nov 14, 20253 min read
A New Era for the Ocean: Initiative promoted in BCS to grant Rights of Nature to whales
An initiative called "Nuestro Futuro" (Our Future), driven by local leaders in BCS and the Pacific Whale Foundation, seeks to have Mexico recognize whales as "non-human persons" and grant them Rights of Nature. The measure is based on their role as "ecosystem engineers" and their vital contribution to carbon capture.
Nov 14, 20253 min read
La Paz is transforming: Milena Quiroga presents historic investment of over 200M pesos in 15 road projects
Mayor Milena Quiroga reported in her first address that 15 paving projects have been executed in La Paz with an investment of 203M pesos. Highlights include the Southwest and Southeast Circuits, which, along with the new Vial Monitoring Center, have reduced travel times on Forjadores Boulevard from 1h 20m to just 30 minutes.
Nov 13, 20253 min read
The Gentle Giant of La Paz: How big are the whale sharks that visit the bay?
La Paz Bay is considered a whale shark "nursery," as most of the specimens that visit are juveniles, measuring between 2 and 6 meters. Although the species can reach 22 meters, the bay offers a safe refuge for their growth, attracting thousands of tourists in an activity regulated by CONANP.
Nov 13, 20253 min read
La Paz revolutionizes its garbage collection with new Transfer Plant; capacity will double
Mayor Milena Quiroga announced the creation of the first Waste Transfer Plant in La Paz to optimize garbage collection. Small trucks will unload at this central plant in 20 minutes, instead of making 2-hour trips to the landfill, thus doubling the service's capacity.
Nov 13, 20253 min read
La Paz Boxing Team defined: 44 pugilists will represent the municipality in the 2026 State Olympiad
The La Paz boxing team for the 2026 State Olympiad has been defined following a three-day selective event at the Manuel Gómez Jiménez court. More than 90 athletes competed, resulting in 44 selected pugilists, as reported by Guillermo Ortalejo, head of Municipal Sports.
Nov 12, 20252 min read
Canoeists from Comondú will seek their spot on the state team at the La Paz Olympiad
A strong delegation of athletes from Comondú is ready to face a crucial challenge in the state capital. A total of 25 canoeists, specializing in kayak and canoe, will travel to La Paz to participate in the upcoming 2025 State Olympiad. This event represents the top sporting competition in Baja California Sur and a fundamental evaluation platform for young talent. The competition serves a dual purpose of great importance for the athletes from Comondú. Besides seeking state med
Nov 12, 20252 min read
Study reveals 40% decline in Gulf of California megafauna; experts urge action to protect the "Aquarium of the World"
A study led by UC Santa Cruz and published in *Science* reveals an alarming 40% decline in megafauna (sharks, rays, totoabas) in the Gulf of California over 80 years, mainly due to overfishing. Experts urge strengthening conservation to reverse the trend.
Nov 12, 20253 min read
Sudcalifornian talent shines in Ecuador: Camila Jiménez wins gold at Infomatrix South America 2025
COBCS La Paz student Camila Cenyeliztli Jiménez won the gold medal at Infomatrix South America 2025 in Quito, Ecuador, with her video game project "T-Less". Thanks to this victory and support from the La Paz City Council, Camila earned her spot at the world finals in Romania 2026.
Nov 11, 20252 min read
Pioneering Conservation: Los Cabos to host the first marine farm with "Shell Nurse" artificial reefs
Los Cabos will host the first marine farm with "shell nurse" artificial reefs, a Japanese technique pioneering outside Japan. The Coppel Foundation, JICA, and SEPUIMM signed the agreement after the success of a pilot in La Paz, which doubled the fish population and now hosts 38 species in two years. The project will expand from 200 to 1,000 structures.
Nov 11, 20253 min read
Milena Quiroga Flags Off the La Paz Delegation for the CONADE 2025 State Olympiad
Mayor Milena Quiroga flagged off the La Paz delegation that will participate in the CONADE 2025 State Olympiad. More than 800 athletes will compete in 31 disciplines, and the mayor recognized their effort and reaffirmed municipal support for sports.
Nov 10, 20252 min read
BCS positions itself as the national leader in giant squid capture, generating a strong economic impact
Baja California Sur leads national production of giant squid, reaching nearly 20,000 tons in the current season, according to SEPUI. The activity, centered in the Mulegé-Santa Rosalía zone, generates significant economic benefits, jobs, and exports, while legal and sustainable fishing is promoted in coordination with CONAPESCA.
Nov 10, 20253 min read
Public universities of the Mar de Cortés join forces to boost regional scientific and sustainable development
The five most important public universities in northwest Mexico (BC, BCS, Nayarit, Sinaloa, Sonora) presented sustainable development projects at the Summit 2025 of the Mar de Cortés Forum. The alliance aims to apply science in areas such as biotechnology (UABC), sustainability (UABCS), and AI (USON) to boost the regional economy.
Nov 8, 20253 min read
Authorities reinforce coordination in BCS: SEDENA is the only entity authorized for pyrotechnics permits
SEDENA, state and municipal Civil Protection authorities, and La Paz Firefighters held a meeting at the 3/a. Military Zone to coordinate the "December Operation." It was reiterated that SEDENA is the only entity authorized to issue pyrotechnics sales permits; Civil Protection will only verify the safety of authorized locations.
Nov 8, 20252 min read
"Maja El Grande" Shore Fishing Tournament Returns to the Municipality of La Paz; Todos Santos to Host
The traditional "Maja El Grande" shore fishing tournament returns to the municipality of La Paz, hosted in Todos Santos on November 16th and 17th. The event, organized by "Pesca de Orilla BCS" and supported by Municipal Tourism, promotes the sport and economic benefits in the "Pueblo Mágico," attracting local and foreign competitors.
Nov 6, 20251 min read
La Paz as International Host: 1st UNESCO Learning Cities Forum Inaugurated in BCS
La Paz Mayor Milena Quiroga inaugurated the 1st UNESCO Learning Cities Forum in BCS. The event brings together 57 representatives from 16 countries and experts from 20 Mexican cities to exchange strategies on education, culture, and sustainable development, solidifying La Paz as an international benchmark in the field.
Nov 6, 20251 min read
BCS Pushes for Stricter Regulation of Minors in Maritime Transport Following Incident in La Paz
Following the alleged abandonment of 28 youths on Isla Espíritu Santo, the BCS government will seek greater regulation for the maritime transport of minors. The governor has ordered working groups with SEMAR and the Port Captaincy to create new guidelines forcing nautical service providers (a key state business) to register all passengers.
Nov 5, 20251 min read
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