Progreso Carnival Draws Massive Crowds for Battle of Flowers Parade
Thousands flocked to Progreso for the Carnival Battle of Flowers parade, boosting local businesses.
Yucatan
Izamal Marks 24 Years as a Pueblo Mágico, Celebrating Its Three Cultures
The Yucatan town of Izamal celebrates 24 years as a Pueblo Mágico, highlighting its Maya, colonial, and contemporary heritage.
Federal Operation Uncovers Illegal Construction and Settlements in Yucatan Mangrove Reserve
Federal inspectors discovered unauthorized construction and settlements in a protected mangrove reserve in Chelem, Yucatan.
Police in Mérida Arrest Three Suspects in Staged Breakdown Truck Theft
Three men arrested for stealing a Ford truck by hiring a locksmith and tire repairman in Mérida.
CFE Denies Power Crisis in Yucatan Peninsula, Assures Guaranteed Supply
Mexico's state power company CFE denies an electricity crisis in the Yucatan Peninsula, citing new projects and mobile units.
Maya Train Construction Halted by Sierra Papacal Farmers Over Land Dispute
Farmers in Sierra Papacal halted Maya Train construction, alleging land irregularities and corruption.
Yucatan Peninsula at Critical Point for Mangrove and Wetland Conservation, Researchers Warn
Researchers warn the Yucatan Peninsula's mangroves and wetlands face critical threats from urbanization and pollution.
Failed Bike-Share Program Costs Mérida Millions in Wasted Funds
Mérida's En Bici bike-share program cost millions due to poor planning and low usage.
Woman Charged in Yucatan Real Estate Fraud After Allegedly Disappearing with Buyer’s Money
A woman faces fraud charges in Yucatan after allegedly taking money for a property she didn't own.
Tour Guides Accuse Officials of Selling Jobs at Chichén Itzá for Up to $150,000
Independent guides at Chichén Itzá allege job positions are being sold for up to $150,000 to relatives of certain groups.