Search Underway for Missing Fishermen off Yucatán Coast

A large-scale search operation is underway to locate four fishermen who went missing after their boat, “Maní,” disappeared off the coast of Chicxulub Puerto, Yucatán, on Tuesday afternoon. The fishing vessel, registered as 31015679139, had been carrying Nazario “N,” 35; Francisco “N,” 45; and two unidentified young men when it failed to return to port […]

Stray Dogs in Mérida: Wildlife and Public Safety at Risk

The Cuxtal Reserve, located near Mérida, Yucatán, has become a hotspot for aggressive packs of stray dogs that threaten local wildlife and pose serious risks to humans and other animals. Each month, approximately 60 of these dogs are euthanized due to incurable diseases or high levels of aggression, according to Raúl Escalante Aguilar, Director of […]

Laughter at the Cenote: Viral Video Showcases Yucatán’s Humor

A viral video circulating on social media has captured the attention of many with its lighthearted and humorous portrayal of two young Yucatecans who were asked to present their National Identity Documents (INE) when trying to enter a cenote in Chocholá, Yucatán. The 39-second clip, shared by the duo themselves, has generated significant laughter and […]

SEGEY Officials Accused of Manipulating FONE Passwords to Favor Relatives and Associates

In a shocking scandal, high-ranking officials within the Yucatán State Government’s Education Secretariat (SEGEY) have been accused of manipulating passwords for the Fund for Contributions for Educational Payroll and Operating Expenses (FONE) to establish a base and favor their associates, including family members. According to recent news reports, Olivia Ku Crespo was reinstated to her […]

PRI Calls for Concrete Proposals to Address Security Concerns in Mérida

In a recent meeting at the San Antonio Cucul Hacienda, several former leaders of Mexico’s Institutional Revolutionary Party (PRI) gathered to discuss the pressing issues facing Mérida, the state of Yucatán, and the country as a whole. The primary concern highlighted during the gathering was the deteriorating sense of security in both the capital and […]

Boosting Growth in Yucatán: The “Vive Telchac” Initiative Takes Shape

A group of real estate companies in Yucatán has joined forces under a new civil association named “Vive Telchac” with the aim of promoting organized growth in the port area and the town of Telchac. This initiative seeks to improve road infrastructure, create employment opportunities, and foster a sustainable ecosystem within the region. The director […]

Justice in Celestún: Community Rallies Against Foreign Tourist Accused of Sexual Harassment against Local Massage Therapist

A disturbing incident of sexual harassment against a massage therapist in this coastal town has sparked widespread outrage and social mobilization. The alleged perpetrator, a foreign tourist, was eventually handed over to the authorities after being confronted by a crowd of hundreds of residents. According to eyewitnesses, the incident began when the massage therapist reported […]

Two Germans Disappear in Mérida: An Accident Key to Their Discovery

The Yucatán State Attorney General’s Office (FGE) issued separate wanted notices to locate Manuel Aaron Thiele Geb.Genz, 38, and Julia Sahara Thiele, 31, both originally from Germany. Although both have been missing since February 4, it wasn’t until 10:40 a.m. on Wednesday, March 12, that the state agency asked for the public’s help in determining […]