Yucatan News
Unusual Arrest in Celestún: Police Use Slingshot to Capture Thieves
In a peculiar turn of events, two men, known by their nicknames La Morsa and El Pinocho, were apprehended by the Public Security Secretariat...
National
Federal and State authorities seized more than 150 kilos of drugs in Mérida
A joint operation by federal and state forces on a property in the Brisas subdivision, east of Mérida, resulted in the seizure of 158...
Sheinbaum’s Government Expropriates 376,000 Square Meters for Mayan Train
For the first time under Claudia Sheinbaum's administration, the expropriation of land for the construction of sections 1, 3, and 4 of the Mayan...
CJNG’s Expansion into Querétaro, Aguascalientes, and Mérida: The Last “Sanctuary Cities” in Mexico
The massacre at the "Los Cantaritos" bar in Querétaro has exposed the vulnerability of Mexico's so-called "sanctuary cities," according to journalist Óscar Balderas.
Breaking the...
Economy
Mérida Faces High Inflation in Basic Products
The National Institute of Statistics and Geography (INEGI) has reported that Mérida is among the top five cities in Mexico experiencing the highest inflation in basic products. As of the first week of November,...
Yucatan Among States with Most Expensive Basic Basket in Mexico
Yucatan is one of the five states in Mexico with the highest cost for the basic basket of goods, with prices increasing by 4.56%.
The National Alliance of Small Merchants (Anpec) reported that Yucatan is...
Business
Strategic Connectivity in the Gulf of Mexico: Veracruz and Yucatán Collaborate
Veracruz Governor Rocío Nahle García recently met with Yucatán Governor Joaquín Díaz Mena to discuss development strategies and port connectivity between the two states....
The US$4.5 billion Southeast Gateway Project will deliver 1.3 billion cubic feet of natural...
Under the crystalline waters off southeast Mexico, workers are laying a pipeline that President Claudia Sheinbaum is counting on to underpin an economic boom...
Real Estate
Entertainment
Mérida Fest 2025: Complete Schedule of Free Concerts and Activities in Yucatán
This event will be filled with exhibitions, music, theater, dance, gastronomy, and a myriad of shows that evoke the region's culture. Mérida authorities are...
Mérida on Sunday: A Vibrant Showcase for Christmas Shopping
Mérida on Sunday has become one of the most important showcases in the Yucatecan capital, attracting both locals and tourists who visit the emblematic...
Mérida Fest 2024: Over 96 Spectacles to Celebrate the City’s 483rd Anniversary
The Mérida Fest is set to celebrate the city's 483rd anniversary with a diverse program of activities from January 5 to 26. Mayor Cecilia...
Food and Drinks
Thinking about moving to Yucatan? Check out “Expats Living in Merida Plus”
Expats Living in Merida Plus is a friendly Facebook group for those of us living in Merida and surrounding areas and those wanting to...
Expats Crime
Caban Condos: The Ultimate Real Estate Fraud
Caban Condos Mexico faces severe allegations of fraud, So far they got over 20 USD million and never delivered the condos they promised, with...
Travel
Mexico History
Mérida Celebrates 483 Years: The Origin of Its Name
On Monday, December 6, Mérida, known as the "white city," celebrated its 483rd anniversary since its foundation in 1542.
The festivities for Mérida's 483rd anniversary began on Sunday, January 5, with the traditional alborada. Dozens of troubadours dedicated morning songs to the city, which is...
Mexico Living
A TikToker has shared her perspective on why Yucatan is one of the safest states in Mexico, attributing it to the unique behavior of its inhabitants.
According to the Executive Secretariat of the National Public Security System (SESNSP), from January to September 2024, Yucatan recorded a total of 3,141 common crimes. In contrast, Aguascalientes had a total of 84,541 crimes...
Heatlh
Evidence of the Virgin of Guadalupe’s Existence to Be Presented in Mérida
During the international congress "The Brushstroke of God" in Mérida, experts will present evidence supporting the existence of the Virgin of Guadalupe, blending science and faith.
On August 24th and 25th, Mérida will become the epicenter of a spiritually and culturally significant event as representatives...
