Double Murder In Ladyville: Crime Of Passion Or Act Of Madness? Tonight, a well known Ladyville barber is behind bars, accused of murdering his girlfriend and his brother. While details are still sketchy, initial reports were that 38-year-old Miguel Encalada had found the victims, 50-year-old Desiree Gonzalez and 25-year-old George Rochester, having an affair and then killed them. However, since then, other reports have emerged stating that Encalada may have lured his brother to his home before

BNTU Protests Continue In Orange Walk With 20 Minute Highway Blockage Threats of criminal charges aren’t holding the BNTU back - this morning, the Orange Walk members took to the highway, where they were experiencing even more “mechanical failures” with their vehicles. They parked across the road in Carmelita village and blocked traffic on the Phillip Goldson for about 20 minutes. The police were there, but there was no rough stuff. Still, yesterday, the PSU president called out the Commissioner

Wednesday's Gangway Fare Frightened Lake I with burst of Gunfire Tonight, Belize City doesn’t know what to expect once night falls - after gunshots rattled the peace of the city last night. This comes after Monday’s assurances from the acting commissioner Bart Jones that his police would be leading operations, conducting searches and arrests targeting the main players in an escalating gang conflict. But, it hasn’t worked. And last night proof of that was made abruptly clear with two virtually si

WEATHER FORECAST FOR NEXT WEEK Weather models indicate that Belize may experience the passage of significant cold fronts accompanied by increased rainfall in the coming week. Forecasts suggest cooler temperatures, gusty winds, and rough sea conditions, particularly along coastal areas. Residents are advised to closely monitor official weather updates and take necessary precautions, especially those living in flood-prone communities. #BelizeNow | Belize NOW