The Yucatan Times

MÉRIDA, Mexico — Culinary experts are highlighting Tzic de Venado, a traditional Mayan dish from the Yucatán Peninsula, as a masterclass in regional, climate-conscious gastronomy. This ancestral, shredded venison salad is gaining international attention for its refreshing flavor profile and deep cultural roots. The dish centers on venison, which is historically slow-cooked or pit-roasted until tender and then meticulously shredded. Served entirely cold, the lean meat is tossed with crisp, thi

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Mérida, Yucatán, July 2, 2026.- More than 200 men and women of the 81st graduating class began their training at the “Luis F. Sotelo de Regil” State Police Training Institute of Yucatán. The State Public Security Secretariat (SSP) welcomed more than 200 men and women comprising the 81st graduating class of the “Luis F. Sotelo de Regil” State Police Training Institute of Yucatán, who began their academic, tactical, and operational training to become state police officers. Police training in

If you’ve ever strolled through the Paseo de Montejo at sunset, you’ll know that Merida has a way of slowing time down. The capital of Yucatan, often called the White City, is a place where horse-drawn carriages still clatter past French-style mansions and the scent of cochinita pibil lingers in the humid air. For years, this was the ultimate spot to “unplug.” You came here to get away from the frantic pace of London or Manchester and to hide among the ruins and the cenotes. But t

In Mérida, Yucatán, on July 1, 2026, the Secretariat of Public Security (SSP) provided timely assistance to a woman in labor who gave birth during her transfer to the Maternity Hospital, following a report received by 911 from the police station in Texán Palomeque, municipality of Hunucmá. The call was handled by Emergency Medical Technicians Edwin López Jiménez and José Hernández Chuc, who assessed a 24-year-old woman with a full-term pregnancy and active labor, determining that she required

In the municipality of Peto, Yucatán, on July 1, 2026, the Secretariat of Public Security (SSP) reported responding to a fire in a home located on 32nd Street, between 39th and 41st Streets, in the Francisco Sarabia neighborhood. Upon arrival, state agents verified that the fire originated in the rear of the property, in the kitchen area, and had subsequently spread to the main room of the house. SSP firefighters responded to the scene and carried out the necessary operations until the fir

Mérida, Yucatán, July 1, 2026, the Secretariat of Public Security reports that, as of 3:00 p.m. today, 242 vehicles have been verified as part of the actions related to license plate validity and vehicle registration, in accordance with Article 81 of the Regulations of the Traffic and Road Safety Law of the State of Yucatán. To date, no violations have been reported as a result of these verifications, since drivers with scheduled appointments have presented their proof of appointment, either

PROGRESO, Yucatán — A summer vacation trip turned tragic this Thursday, July 2nd, when a visitor drowned in the waters of the International Malecón in Progreso. The victim was identified as 42-year-old José Guadalupe N. G., a resident of Ciudad Caucel. According to reports, the incident occurred around 1:00 p.m. in the stretch of beach between the “Muelle de Chocolate” and the “La Pescadora” pier. The man had arrived at the port accompanied by a friend, who later confi

TECOH, Yucatán — The Maya community of Telchaquillo has accused the National Institute of Anthropology and History (INAH) of criminalizing land defenders involved in a tense, ongoing dispute over the Mayapán archaeological zone. According to a press release detailed by Diario de Yucatán, the federal agency filed a criminal complaint (FED/TUC/MER/0000130/2025) against Gladis Uc Flores, a member of the Telchaquillo Indigenous Struggle Committee, and Álvaro Fuentes, an advisor to the community.

MÉRIDA, YUCATÁN — In an unprecedented move to combat domestic and gender-based violence, the government of Yucatán has launched a new victim prevention and care network featuring specialized mobile units called “YUYA.” According to a report by La Jornada Maya, the fleet was introduced by Governor Joaquín Díaz Mena as part of the broader “Aliados por la Vida” (Allies for Life) strategy. Designed to be the social face of the administration, these mobile units will traver

MÉRIDA, YUCATAN — A dramatic two-vehicle collision on Tuesday, June 16, 2026, left one car partially submerged in a residential swimming pool in the western Mérida neighborhood of Residencial Pensiones (Phase III). According to initial police reports, the accident occurred at the intersection of 60th and 15th Streets. The driver of a red Ford Fiesta was traveling from north to south when they allegedly ran a stop sign. TheFord Fiesta was subsequently struck by an MG 7 sedan that was crossing

MÉRIDA, YUCATAN — Yucatán’s Secretary of Health, Miguel Alberto Alcocer Gamboa, announced a significant 87.8% reduction in dengue cases compared to the same period last year. Notably, the state has recorded zero deaths from the disease during this timeframe. Officials attribute the dramatic decline to comprehensive vector control strategies and technological innovation across 75 municipalities, covering more than 42,000 hectares. Key preventative measures include massive fumigation campai

CANCÚN, QUINTANA ROO — Environmental and animal welfare authorities in Cancún are urging local residents and tourists to stop feeding, touching, or interacting with the growing population of white-nosed coatis (Nasua narica) currently living in urbanized areas. The warnings particularly target popular gathering spots such as the Donceles neighborhood, Puerto Juárez, and areas near Puerto Cancún, where these medium-sized omnivores—frequently called tejones or cuatís locally—regularly emerge fr

CHETUMAL, QUINTANA ROO — The Mexican federal government has finalized a special environmental protection decree for Mahahual, aiming to prioritize ecotourism and block massive commercial developments in the Costa Maya region. The decree follows a June 4 announcement by President Claudia Sheinbaum and is slated for publication in the Official Gazette of the Federation. The measure acts as a protective shield after federal authorities recently halted high-profile projects, such as Royal Caribbe

RÍO LAGARTOS, YUCATAN — Local authorities and businesses in Río Lagartos are finalizing preparations for the upcoming summer vacation season, aiming to capture significant economic benefits through eco-tourism. Mayor Yeseña Loria Marfil announced coordinated planning efforts involving the tourism sector and the wider community to welcome influxes of travelers to Yucatán’s eastern coast. To ensure a professional environment, Río Lagartos recently became a regional pioneer by implementing

MÉRIDA, YUCATAN — Ongoing infrastructure and beautification improvements at the historic Lucas de Gálvez Market have reached roughly 80% completion, municipal officials announced. Alfonso Lozano Poveda, Technical Secretary of the Market Public Service, reported that the project focuses on the small plaza and the lower section of the market located along 65A Street. While recent heavy rainfall caused minor delays—specifically impacting the creation of a major facade mural outside the seafood s

PROGRESO, YUCATAN — Following heavy rainfall, the municipal government of Progreso successfully removed 56 tons of discarded items from public areas to eliminate potential health hazards. The extensive cleanup campaign was spearheaded by Mayor Erik Rihani González, working in coordination with the local waste management agency, Prolimpia, led by David Escalante, and the Municipal Health Directorate, headed by José Luis Gómez. The primary goal of the initiative is to eliminate potential br

MÉRIDA, YUCATAN — Guanajuato-based manufacturing company Grupo Reyma plans to construct and operate a household paper and compostable products factory in Tixcacal, a sub-municipality of Mérida. Yucatán’s Ministry of Sustainable Development (SDS) announced on Tuesday, June 16, 2026, that an Environmental Impact Assessment (MIA) authorization has been requested for the project, officially named “Reyma del Sureste.” Spanning over 9.8 hectares near the local landfill, the facili

In Mérida, Yucatán, on Sunday, June 14, 2026, the Secretariat of Public Security (SSP) reported that during the afternoon, they responded to a fire in two dilapidated vehicles located on an abandoned lot at the intersection of 43rd and 40th Streets in the Mulchechén neighborhood of Kanasín. Officers from the Kanasín Coordinated Police and SSP firefighters arrived at the scene and carried out the necessary operations to control and extinguish the fire. Both vehicles were completely destroye

Imagine a few summer days filled with beauty and joy. A dream in the tropical paradise of Xcaret, on the Riviera Maya, for a deep immersion in the best of symphonic music and dance, performed by the world’s finest soloists. awaitAs if that weren’t enough, you’ll enjoy the best food and drink Mexico has to offer in a luxury hotel, set against the backdrop of the Mexican Caribbean. That and much more await you at the fifth edition of the Paax GNP Festival. Its artistic dire