Mérida’s Carnival 2026 Kicks Off with Circus-Themed Children’s Parade in Historic Center
A circus-themed children's parade with 34 groups launched Mérida's 2026 Carnival festivities in the historic center.
February 2026
Carnival Season Boosts Cozumel Tour Sales Amid Fraud Warnings
Cozumel tourism officials warn of digital scams targeting visitors during busy Carnival season.
Playa del Carmen Authorities Warn of Car Sale Fraud Using Bad Checks
Authorities in Playa del Carmen warn of a fraud scheme where cars are bought with worthless checks, leaving sellers with…
Four Men Face Extortion Charges in Playa del Carmen After Judicial Rulings
Four men have been formally charged with aggravated extortion in Playa del Carmen after judges found sufficient evidence.
Two Men Face Charges for Sexual Assault of Minors in Quintana Roo
Two men in Quintana Roo have been formally charged with sexual assault of minors, with one suspect being the victim's…
Six Notaries Under Investigation in Quintana Roo Amid Property Fraud Complaints
State authorities investigate six notaries for alleged irregularities in property transactions, with 47 complaints filed last year.
New Bishop to Take Office in Cancún-Chetumal Diocese with Ceremony for 2,700
Salvador González Morales will be installed as bishop of Cancún-Chetumal on February 27 in a ceremony expected to draw 2,700…
Mexican Tax Authorities Seize Former Governor’s Properties Over Unpaid Taxes
Mexican tax authorities have seized properties belonging to imprisoned former governor Roberto Borge Angulo for unpaid taxes.
Cancún Launches 24/7 WhatsApp Service for Citizen Reports
Cancún introduces ChatCun, a 24/7 WhatsApp channel for citizen reports and municipal services.
Tulum Municipal Payroll Purge Removes Over 100 ‘Ghost Workers’
A payroll audit in Tulum removed over 100 ghost workers, saving millions in public funds.