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Art, Memory, and a Little Star Wars in Ensenada

The October Festival “Territories of Peace” arrived in Ensenada with color, rhythm, and plenty of heart. It’s a celebration of …

From “Ensenada Made” to Unpaid: The Fall of EVCR’s Factory

They used to say: “LA-based. Ensenada made.” That was the tagline for EVCR—Evolution & Creation—the activewear brand that insisted its …

Starbucks Plans 1,000 Stores in Mexico by 2026

Because Apparently, We Still Need More Places to Wi-Fi and Complain About Wi-Fi Mexico’s long-standing love affair with frappuccinos, “personalized” …

Baja Blooms Bright on the Ruta de las Flores

Every fall, Baja sheds her dusty summer coat and slips into something far more dramatic—gold, amber, and tangerine. It’s cempasúchil …

From Waves to Plates, Splash Baja Celebrates 16 Years

From bartender to builder Baja has many oceanfront eateries, but Splash Baja hits different. The waves smack the rocks, plates …

Masked Magic Lights Up Valle de Guadalupe at Castillo Ferrer

The Valle de Guadalupe knows wine, paella, and opera. However, it has never seen masks, fire shows, and aerial spirals—until …

Insurance Pros Gather at Corona del Valle

On September 26, 2025, the vineyards of Corona del Valle in Ensenada swapped their usual symphony of cork pops and …

What Mexico Has Taught Me: Cheap Salsa, Priceless Gratitude

I took my vehicle to the Ford dealer last week because my AC wasn’t working properly.  Cost to fix?  Possibly …

Baja Chefs Win Michelin 2025 Glory in the Valley

Baja California once again proved it isn’t just about fish tacos or tequila shots. And yes, we already told you: …

Sanctioned Rosarito Ex-Mayor Calls It Harassment, Stays Put

Hilda Araceli Brown has decided that the best defense is standing still. The former Rosarito mayor, now sitting comfortably in …

Tijuana turns wastewater into new water for Baja’s future

Water is Baja’s real luxury. Forget gold chains, craft beer, or limited-edition sneakers—around here, the real status symbol is a …

Baja’s Hidden Wineries Shine in the Viñadas Celebration

Think Valle de Guadalupe is only wine tastings and sunsets made for Instagram? Think again. Behind the vineyards, there’s a …

Coordinated Attacks Rock Baja California Prosecutor’s Offices

Some nights in Baja California, the sirens are just background noise—an unholy lullaby. But on September 20, that lullaby turned …

Tijuana Cops Nab Texas Fugitive Wanted for Smuggling and …

Rumors in Baja move fast, but sometimes fugitives move faster — at least until the cops slam the brakes on …

Blow up the Dam!

Problem Solved – Part 2 WW Editorial Read “Part 1: Baja Faces Water Cuts” here… Wilderness is not a luxury …

What Mexico Has Taught Me: Looking For Gold 

I’ve written before about losing places I love in Ensenada ……restaurants, food carts, folk-art shops, rustic furniture stores, cantinas, book …

Baja 1000 Stays Put With a Cabo Celebration Next Year

Rumors spread fast in Baja, faster than a Trophy Truck on the dry lake beds. The latest? That the legendary …

Officers Unite at City Hall Seeking Respect and Full Wages

If you were planning a quick errand downtown this morning, good luck. Ensenada’s police officers are once again trading patrol …

Keep Mosquitoes Away by Cleaning Tires and Buckets Now

After the Rains, the Bugs Arrive Mexicali got rain, and now Baja has puddles. Perfect news for thirsty plants—and unfortunately, …

September 22, 2025 Edition

How to download a PDF of this publication:1. Locate the icon toolbar at the bottom part of the newspaper window. …