A joint operation between Mexico’s Federal Consumer Protection Agency (Profeco) and the National Guard has led to the closure of five gas stations in Mérida, following allegations of improper distribution of gasoline. The crackdown was carried out after Profeco’s investigation revealed probable irregularities in the delivery of fuel at one of the targeted stations. According […]

The price of gasoline in Mérida has reached record highs, with the average cost per liter varying depending on the gas station. According to reports from the Energy Regulatory Commission (CRE), motorists are facing steep prices for fuel, with some stations charging as much as 26.70 pesos per liter for diesel. The current prices are […]

The state of Yucatán has launched an ambitious strategy to collaborate with prominent tourism operators worldwide, unveiling 22 global campaigns aimed at attracting millions of international visitors in 2025. This initiative is part of the state’s ongoing effort to strengthen its presence as a top-tier tourist destination. Building upon recent successful engagements at key international […]

The Mérida City Council has launched an initiative to remove street vendors from the Aro roundabout in the Las Américas area, following repeated complaints from residents about public safety and environmental concerns. The decision was taken after multiple grievances were lodged with local authorities regarding pollution, litter, noise, harm to wildlife, and encroachment on public […]

For the second consecutive year, Mérida has reaffirmed its status as the safest capital in Mexico, boasting a crime rate six times lower than other major cities across the country. According to the Executive Secretariat of the National Public Security System (Sesnsp), Mérida’s crime rate stands at just 100.4 crimes per 100,000 inhabitants, significantly lower […]

A major wildlife trafficking ring has been dismantled in Yucatán, Mexico, with three individuals arrested and 22 endangered animals seized. According to the Attorney General’s Office (FGR), the suspects were charged with crimes against biodiversity, including the transportation of several species. The FGR bulletin indicates that officers from the Yucatán Public Security Secretariat (SSP) made […]

The Mexican government has identified a significant environmental problem on the Yucatán Peninsula, where the Mennonite community is causing damage to native bee species and the ecosystem with their farming practices. Alicia Bárcena Ibarra, head of the Ministry of Environment and Natural Resources (Semarnat), has warned that the Mennonites are “a very serious environmental problem” […]

A significant spike in COVID-19 cases has been reported in the Yucatán Peninsula over the past month, with a staggering 510% increase in new infections. According to data from Epidemiological Week 22 (as of June 9), there were 116 confirmed cases in the region, up from just 19 reported four weeks earlier in week 18 […]

A case of screwworm infestation has been confirmed on a ranch in Valladolid, marking the first reported incidence of the disease in eastern Yucatán. According to Mario Esteban López Meneses, president of the Eastern Yucatán Regional Livestock Union (UGROY), the situation is being closely monitored and cattle ranchers are taking precautions to prevent further infections. […]