The 82 hectares of the Xmatkuil fairgrounds that the ejido members of Dzununcán are claiming from the state government are just a portion of approximately 338 hectares that were illegally sold or “assigned” by former ejido commissioners, reports Wilberth Cocom Celis, the current ejido authority for that Mérida district. Of those lands, they have already […]
US sanctions casinos in Tamaulipas for money laundering and links to the Northeast Cartel; connects them to fentanyl
The U.S. government announced sanctions Tuesday against casinos, companies, and individuals allegedly linked to the Northeast Cartel (CDN), an organization operating in northern Mexico, citing activities such as money laundering, drug trafficking, and migrant smuggling in border areas like Tamaulipas. According to the Treasury Department, one of the main establishments targeted is the Centenario Casino, […]
Toll costs rise on Baja California highways
Tolls on the Capufe Highway Network Increased Between Two and Five Pesos Starting Monday, April 13, traveling on the highway network operated by Capufe in Baja California costs between two and five pesos more per toll booth. The federal agency published the new toll rates for the Fonadin highway network throughout the country yesterday, including […]
It’s official: Bars, restaurants, and cafes that automatically include a tip in their customers’ bills will be fined up to 3 million pesos: Profeco
Since the beginning of 2026, the Federal Consumer Protection Agency (Profeco) has reinforced a message for those who eat at restaurants, bars, and cafes: tipping is not mandatory and cannot be automatically included in the bill. This information was disseminated by Profeco itself and its head, Iván Escalante, as part of its official consumer guidance. […]
Final stretch of the vehicle registration renewal in Yucatán 2026: what can happen if you don’t change your license plates
Following the extension of the vehicle registration renewal period in Yucatán in 2026, the deadline for completing the process is approaching. Learn the deadline and what happens if you don’t change your license plates, as you could face fines, impoundment, and other expenses. Initially, the deadline was December 31st of last year; however, the Yucatán […]
Government of Tamaulipas highlights positive results in tourism, mobility and security during high holiday influx
Tamaulipas Government Highlights Positive Results in Tourism, Mobility, and Security During Peak Holiday Season The Secretary General of the Government, Héctor Joel Villegas González, highlighted the positive results in tourism, mobility, and security in Tamaulipas during the Easter holiday period. In an interview prior to the honors ceremony presided over by Governor Américo Villarreal Anaya, […]
Athlete from Banderas Bay aims for international competition in South Korea
Master runner Pablo Delgadillo, originally from San Vicente, continues to solidify his outstanding career in athletics, backed by eight medals won at national championships over the past four years. At 39, the athlete maintains his competitive edge and already has his sights set on his next international challenge, which will take place in Daegu, South […]
Mexico’s first phone call: Porfirio Díaz and the birth of national telephony
The telephone was invented in 1876. Two years later, in 1878, there was already one in Mexico. That’s no small feat: it means that while Graham Bell was still perfecting his invention, Porfirio Díaz was already installing it in the National Palace. The Minister of Development, the writer Vicente Riva Palacio, met the businessman Alfred […]
Heat triggers pests in Yucatán: which are the most common and how to prevent them
With the arrival of the warmer months, various urban and domestic pests tend to increase, posing risks to health and well-being in homes and public spaces. High temperatures and humidity create ideal conditions for insects and rodents to reproduce rapidly, making it important to know the main threats and how to prevent their appearance. Specialists […]
Vote for Tamaulipas in The Best of Mexico 2026
Tamaulipas is nominated for Best of Mexico 2026 in four categories: Best Three Experiences to Have in Mexico Once in a Lifetime, El Cielo Biosphere Reserve; Best Experience Combining Nature and Spirituality, La Virgen de El Chorrito; Best Contemporary Cultural Festival, Jazz International Tampico Fest; and Best Beach to Discover, Barra del Tordo. Benjamín Hernández […]