The activist organization Sociedad Civil México (Civil Society Mexico) posted a video on its website stating that thanks to the government of Layda Sansores, which rejects criticism, recognizes no limits, and believes the state belongs to her, Morena is now embroiled in a power struggle in Campeche. This situation arises when power is fought over, […]
There’s a party in Layda’s kingdom in Campeche
Since February 5th, Campeche has been celebrating its traditional carnival, which lasts 15 days and will end next Wednesday. So far, so good. However, we’re told that Governor Layda Sansores, a member of the Morena party, will grant three mandatory days off to Campeche government employees: Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday. We hear that the governor […]
Maya Train: definitive suspension of works on the Cancun-Tulum section
According to the environmental organization Sélvame MX, a Collegiate Court granted a definitive suspension of construction work on Section 5 of the Maya Train. The ruling orders federal authorities to take action “within their jurisdiction regarding verification, inspection, conservation, and environmental protection.” It also orders the Deputy Attorney General for Natural Resources of the Federal […]
Playa del Carmen will have a 5-kilometer barrier against sargassum seaweed.
Irving Lili Madrigal, director of the Federal Maritime Terrestrial Zone (Zofemat), explained that the barrier will be deployed offshore from Fundadores Beach, in downtown Playa del Carmen, to Punta Esmeralda, the most popular public access point to the sea for local residents. The project is being carried out by the municipality and the Mexican Navy. […]
Hoteliers expect a better 2026 after a drop in occupancy
The president of the Mexican Association of Hotels and Motels (AMHM), Miguel Fong González, expressed confidence that the tourism industry will perform better in 2026 compared to last year, when occupancy rates dropped considerably in the first half of the year, including in Quintana Roo. Although they managed to recover by the end of the […]
New Nonstop Flights to Cancun Start at RI International Airport
GoLocal News Editor Kate Nagle (left) was joined by the Maria Marinello (right) at RI International Airport for the first nonstop flight to Cancun. It’s official – you can now fly nonstop from Rhode Island International Airport to Cancun, Mexico on Breeze.GoLocal was at the gate for the first flight on Saturday afternoon, where the […]
Yucatán reports two confirmed cases of measles on Friday the 13th of Carnival
Unlike in 2025, measles cases are on the rise in Yucatán. On Friday, February 13, the Mexican Ministry of Health (SSA) reported two new confirmed cases and one probable case in the state, which is celebrating Carnival this weekend in several cities, including Mérida and Progreso. So far in 2026, Yucatán has accumulated five confirmed […]
Reports of another resignation in the state cabinet: now Geovanna Campos
It has been reported that Geovanna Campos Vázquez has resigned from her position as Secretary of Science, Technology, and Innovation for the state of Yucatán, a post she had held since October 1, 2024. The reasons for her departure, confirmed by sources within the department, are unknown, but the official was facing internal scrutiny for […]
Va y Ven begins 2026 with financial adjustments and expansion goals in Yucatán
Public transportation in Mérida was a recurring theme in 2025, marked by adjustments, tight budgets, and constant user complaints. In this context, the director of the Yucatán Transportation Agency, Jacinto Sosa, indicated that the Va y Ven system is launching this year with the promise of a change of course. The state official assures that […]
Protesters from Sierra Papacal blocked construction of the Maya train and closed 10 drinking water wells
Armed with sticks and machetes, ejido members from the Sierra Papacal community blocked the Maya Train construction site for several hours, protesting alleged disagreements related to compensation for the expropriation of their land for the project. The sit-in began shortly after 7:30 a.m. and ended around 2:00 p.m. The events took place at kilometer 1 […]