The Michoacán Fisheries Commission (Compesca) stocked 150,000 tilapia fingerlings in the Adolfo López Mateos Dam, better known as Infiernillo, in the municipality of Churumuco, to strengthen the fishing sector in the Tierra Caliente region through which the Balsas River flows. Compesca Director Ramón Hernández Orozco reported that the fingerlings stocked are of excellent genetic quality, […]
Michoacán breaks Guinness World Record with the world’s largest guacamole: it exceeds 6 tons
The municipality of Tancítaro, in Michoacán, achieved a new Guinness World Record by preparing the world’s largest guacamole, in a massive event that brought together hundreds of participants and celebrated one of Mexico’s most emblematic products: the avocado. How was the world’s largest guacamole achieved? The feat took place on April 10, 2026, as part […]
Alert in Michoacán: Blue dragon detected on beaches; warning issued for risks to tourists during Holy Week
During the Easter holiday, Michoacán Civil Protection issued an alert to residents and tourists planning to visit the beaches due to the presence of the blue dragon mollusk. Authorities reported the presence of the blue dragon on the beaches of Maruata and Boca Apiza, prompting the activation of the purple flag, which indicates the presence […]
When is the Michoacán Festival at Los Pinos? Come and try the carnitas, Tacámbaro ice cream, and uchepos!
Here’s Michoacán-style carnitas with pickled chiles! The Michoacán Festival at Los Pinos brings together traditional cuisine, crafts, and music from the western Mexican state of Michoacán for a weekend in Mexico City. The program also includes the sale of regional products made by artisans from different regions of Michoacán at the cultural center located in […]
‘Los Viagras’ and the CJNG announce alliance; they arrived in Piedras Blancas, Michoacán
This Thursday, the town of Piedras Blancas in Buenavista, Michoacán, witnessed the announcement of the arrival of criminal groups through three banners signed by the Jalisco New Generation Cartel (CJNG). The announcement was disseminated via a video detailing that the CJNG would be collaborating with ‘Los Viagras,’ a criminal group led by Nicolás Sierra Santana, […]
Wind brings down helicopter in Zitácuaro; at least three injured
This Friday, a helicopter was brought down by a strong gust of wind in Zitácuaro, Michoacán, while on the ground during the “Presa Fest 2026” event, leaving at least three people injured, local authorities reported. According to the Zitácuaro Fire Department, the aircraft had five people on board when the incident occurred. Later, the City […]
‘CJNG’ attacks indigenous community of Santa María Ostula in Michoacán
For the fourth time since 2025, the community of La Cofradía—part of the Santa María Ostula district in the municipality of Aquila—was attacked by an armed group from the Jalisco New Generation Cartel (CJNG), according to community authorities in this Nahua region. In a statement released on social media, community authorities reported that the La […]
Zacatecan folklore visits Michoacán
As part of its 36th anniversary celebration, the Ballet Folklórico de Zacatecas (BFZ) will embark on a national tour from today until March 31st as part of the 31st Michoacán World Dance and Arts Festival. The dancers, known for their traditional dances, will perform in various municipalities throughout Michoacán as part of the celebration, showcasing […]
Students from the Colegio de Bachilleres pretend to be hitmen at school dance and spark controversy in Michoacán
A group of students from the Michoacán State College of Baccalaureate (Cobaem) sparked controversy by presenting a choreographed dance in which they simulated being hitmen, using prop weapons and wearing masks during a school event in the municipality of Contepec. The performance was part of the traditional “Sectoral Dance” competition, held on Tuesday, March 24, […]
Grecia Quiroz is considering running for governor of Michoacán in 2027
During her visit to the Senate at the invitation of Morena legislator Emmanuel Reyes Carmona, the mayor of Uruapan, Gracia Quiroz, confirmed that she is considering running for governor of Michoacán in 2027. The mayor emphasized that, although it is not election season, her political future is being analyzed within her movement. “We are evaluating […]