Topic: Marcelo Ebrard

Why a truce between Mexico and the drug cartels makes no sense

After the latest massacre of Mexican citizens, former President Fox said authorities should seek a truce with the gangs – a suggestion that isn't feasible, says guest blogger Patrick Corcoran.

'Presumed Guilty': New film exposes flaws in Mexico judiciary

A Mexican judge on Monday ruled that 'Presunto Culpable' (Presumed Guilty) can continue showing in theaters. Mexico City's mayor, after seeing the film, pledged to place cameras in his courtrooms.

How once-feared Mexico City has become the country's safest spot

Mexico City’s government chalks up its mended reputation to lower crime rates, saying kidnappings have come down 26 percent since 2009.

Madonna tastes Mexican bureaucracy in opening Hard Candy Fitness gym

The hurdles that Madonna overcame to open Hard Candy Fitness are emblematic of the long ride of permits, stamps, and waits faced by business owners in Mexico.

Linda Ronstadt joins group filing suit against Arizona law

Singer Linda Ronstadt has joined a group filing a suit against the Arizona law on immigration. She is one of several entertainers who have voiced their opposition to the new state law.

Mexico City move to allow gay marriage irks some residents

Lawmakers approved a bill Monday to allow gay marriage, making Mexico City the vanguard of Latin America's coalescing gay rights movement. But the move angers many in the socially conservative Catholic country.

Mexico City launches community gardens

The 21 community gardens are part of the mayor's bid to improve the city's quality of life.

Community gardens sprout in Mexico City

Residents plant vegetables to lower their food costs.

Mexican citizens asked to fight crime

As kidnapping rates soar, Mexico City's mayor is recruiting 300,000 residents to monitor – and turn in – corrupt cops.

Kidnapping wave in Mexico linked to drug trade

To allay public outcry, the government announces anticrime reforms and solicits citizen involvement.

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Quinceañera costs rising, Mexico City hosts a free party

Some 300 girls shared in one rite-of-passage party Saturday, which donors made possible.