Dogs Attack Three People in the Streets of Fracc. Rinconada de Chuburná, Mérida

On Monday morning, a dog attack occurred in a neighborhood in Chuburná, leaving one person in serious condition and another with significant injuries. According to the information gathered, two dogs, apparently of the pit bull breed, escaped from their home and attacked three people in the streets of the Rinconada de Chuburná neighborhood. Two of […]

Man Arrested for Attempted Rape and Homicide in Mérida

Officers from the Public Security Secretariat (SSP) assigned to the State Investigation Police (PEI), in coordination with the State Attorney General’s Office (FGE), arrested an individual today accused of attempted rape and qualified homicide. The incident occurred early last Saturday at a residence in the Las Américas neighborhood, north of Mérida. According to the complaint […]

Celestún Refuge Combats Illegal Fishing and Revives Species in Yucatán

In 2019, the fishing community of Celestún in Yucatán, Mexico, established a 324-square-kilometer (125-square-mile) Fishing Refuge Zone (FRZ), the largest in the Gulf of Mexico. This initiative was a response to the overfishing of sea cucumbers, a species that had rapidly declined, causing social unrest in the community. Local fishers have been trained to monitor […]

Why space archaeologists are finding more Mayan ruins than ever before

Satellites Unveil Hidden Mayan Ruins Amid Dense Forests Satellites are revolutionizing the discovery of ancient Mayan ruins, overcoming the dense forests that have long concealed these historical treasures. “Archaeologists have mapped more Mayan sites, buildings, and features in the past 10 years than in the previous 150 years,” said Brett Houk, an archaeology professor at […]

Drugs and Documents Seized During Raids in Mérida and Kanasín

Authorities seized more than 100 kilograms of marijuana and various synthetic drugs such as crack and crystal. The operations were carried out following anonymous tips. During a raid on two properties in Mérida and Kanasín, authorities seized more than 100 kilograms of marijuana and various synthetic drugs such as crack and crystal. The first raid […]

Former Mayor of Valladolid, Yucatán, Investigated for Corruption; Accused of Demanding “Kickbacks” from Restaurateurs

The restaurant guild indicated that the former PAN mayor demanded up to 150,000 pesos for municipal permits to operate establishments. The State Investigation Police (PEI) seized documents from the City Hall of this municipality as part of the investigation against former mayor Alfredo Fernández Arceo for alleged acts of corruption and embezzlement of funds. Earlier […]

First Influenza Death Confirmed in Yucatán; Alert Issued Due to Increase in Cases

Health authorities report that Yucatán continues to lead the nation in terms of infections; from May to October, 453 cases were recorded. Federal health authorities confirmed an increase in influenza cases in Yucatán, a situation that has persisted in recent weeks, and one death has already been recorded. Reports from the National Epidemiological Surveillance System […]

Uber Rent: A Personalized Tourist Experience for Travelers in Yucatán

Uber introduces vehicle rentals in an easier, safer, and more flexible way with options for every traveler. Here’s what it’s about. Yucatán, one of Mexico’s top tourist destinations, is known for its cultural richness and unique cuisine. Uber has innovated how travelers can move around more easily and safely in this area. Recently, Uber launched […]

Canadian maquiladora leaves 80 Yucatecan employees jobless; declares bankruptcy

The Canadian company Louis Garneau, which manufactures sportswear, left its 80 employees out on the street without paying their wages or severance, prompting them to stage a sit-in. In response, the workers filed a complaint with the Center for Conciliation and Arbitration. Luis Mena Montalvo, the factory manager located in the Industrial City, southwest of […]