Madrid Authorities Launch 15 New Initiatives to Tackle the Housing Crisis. Madrid introduces 15 steps to improve the housing situation. Authorities plan to build 1,000 new apartments for young people and expand affordable housing to 14,000 units. The measures will impact both renting and buying.
Smart Bus-VAO Will Launch on A-2 Highway Between Madrid and Alcalá de Henares in 2026. An innovative Bus-VAO lane for buses and carpooling will open on the A-2. Dynamic lane management will be introduced. Drivers can expect new rules and reduced traffic jams.
Alcalá de Henares Authorities Launch Major Redevelopment of Former Industrial Zone. A new project in Alcalá de Henares will transform old factories into a residential district. Thousands of new homes and expansive parks are planned as the city aims to become more modern and comfortable for residents.
Alcalá de Henares Residents Stage Zombie March to Protest Local Cultural Policy. An unusual protest took place in Alcalá de Henares: residents dressed as zombies voiced their discontent over the cancellation of cultural events following the recent change in government. Locals fear the city is losing its creative spirit. Why are festivals disappearing, and what do participants have to say? Our report has the details.
Repairs, Cracks, and Asbestos Disrupt Classes in Madrid Schools. At the start of the academic year in Madrid, students face construction work, structural cracks, and asbestos hazards. Hundreds of schools operate under conditions that threaten safety and disrupt lessons. Authorities promise solutions, but problems have been accumulating for years.
Journey Through Madrid and Alcalá de Henares in the Footsteps of Cervantes. A route through locations connected to the life and work of Miguel de Cervantes reveals the atmosphere of Spain’s Golden Age and its cultural heritage in Madrid and Alcalá de Henares. An immersion into history, literature, and city legends.
Madrid Authorities Declare Temporary Hunting Emergency Due to Increase in Wild Boar Population. A temporary hunting emergency has been declared in the Community of Madrid following a sharp rise in the wild boar population. The surge has led to more traffic accidents, posed risks to public health, and resulted in damage to agriculture. Authorities are implementing a set of measures to control the animal population and mitigate these risks.
