After a meeting with the head of the ATY, Rafael Hernández Kotasek, the protesters went to the Yucatán Congress, where they presented their demands to the legislators. About 200 taxi drivers protested at the Yucatán Transportation Agency (ATY) due to excessive charges for services and fines, as well as the risk of having their permits […]
Va y Ven Driver Accused of Homicide, Injuries, and Damages; Here’s What We Know
The driver of a Va y Ven bus, who caused a traffic accident resulting in the death of a motorcyclist in the San José Tecoh neighborhood of Mérida, will be brought before a control judge accused of the crimes of negligent homicide, injuries, and damage to property. As reported by Diario de Yucatán, the tragic […]
“El Skiny,” Criminal Leader of Extortion in Quintana Roo, Arrested in Mérida Along with Two Women
A large operation carried out in Mérida by elements of the State Investigation Police (PEI) of the Public Security Secretariat (SSP) and the State Attorney General’s Office (FGE) resulted in the arrest of “El Skiny,” a criminal leader of extortion in Quintana Roo. The operation was conducted in collaboration with their counterparts in Quintana Roo, […]
Mérida presents new cultural offerings; Festival of Souls, White Night, the Mérida Fest, among others
New cultural offering to enjoy the peace and warmth of the so-called White Merida, capital of the state of Yucatan, was presented to national and foreign visitors and tourists by the municipal president Cecilia Patrón Laviada (PAN). These are four events that reflect the cultural identity that distinguishes the Meridians; the Festival of the Souls, […]
Police officer who chased “Optimus Prime” out of a park in Merida is under investigation
An unusual incident in Merida has captured public attention, as a police officer began arguing with a man who was dressed as Optimus Prime, one of the main characters of the Transformers saga. Without removing his suit, the man defended his right to be in the Parque la Mejorada, arguing that he was not profiting […]
VIDEO: ‘Optimus Prime’ Faces Off Against Mérida Police
A man dressed as Optimus Prime was removed by the municipal police from Parque de la Mejorada in Mérida after being questioned for not having permits from the City Council. An unusual incident occurred in Parque de la Mejorada, Mérida, when a man dressed as Optimus Prime, the popular character from the Transformers series, was […]
Why is San Juan Park in Mérida almost empty?
Contrary to its usual image, San Juan Park appeared nearly empty and without the usual bustle of music from the food stalls installed there. The reason is the work for the “Illuminate San Juan” project announced by Mérida’s mayor, Cecilia Patrón Laviada, in a press conference on Monday. According to her, the project will materialize […]
Piracy of Handicrafts in Yucatán: Unfair Competition and Ridiculous Prices
Yucatecan handicrafts, a heritage legacy, are hanging by a thread due to piracy. While Mérida continuously dresses up to welcome national and foreign visitors, unfair competition is undermining the foundations of this sector. Cross-stitch dresses, hammocks, souvenirs, and other typical products are copied and sold at ridiculous prices, devaluing the work of generations of artisans, […]
Parents Seek Answers After 4 Months of Silence from Son Who Went to Work in Mérida
The parents of Jorge Yam Miis are deeply worried because they have no information about his whereabouts. Jorge Yam Miis, a young man from Kancabchen, went to work in Mérida 4 months ago and has not been in contact since. Concerned about his disappearance, his parents sought help from their relatives to share his case […]
Mérida Will Seek to Attract More National and Regional Tourism in the Coming Years
The Mérida City Council will strengthen its tourism promotion policies and programs to attract a greater number of national and regional tourists, who generate the most economic impact and service occupancy, reported the Director of Tourism of the Municipality, Armando Casares Espinosa. In an interview during the presentation of the VII Edition of the Mucbipollo […]