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Your Week in Yucatán, Today

Yucatán’s local news in under 10 minutes. Only local news, featuring news you can use and a quick summary of recent events–in English. A weekly podcast by Yucatán Today and La Jornada Maya.

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00:10:38

January 16: Your Week in Yucatán, Today

Your Week in Yucatán, Today ·

2026/01/16

Your Week in Yucatán Today: Yucatán’s local news (and upcoming events) in under 10 minutes. This week:Authorities are warning against vehicle fraud—find out how to avoid being scammed while purchasing a used car.State Police clarified a controversial arrest in Xcanatún.A tragic accident and a high-speed chase involving a mall theft made for a busy day of police activity on the Periférico this Thursday. https://bit.ly/4jHavWoExpect heavy traffic in Progreso this Sunday evening for the Governor's

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00:11:23

January 9: Your Week in Yucatán, Today

Your Week in Yucatán, Today ·

2026/01/09

Your Week in Yucatán Today: Yucatán’s local news (and upcoming events) in under 10 minutes. This week:Five suspects have been arrested after a shooting in Dzilam González that left three dead https://bit.ly/3Z4JqD0 / https://bit.ly/45NfP4K An 87-year-old woman has been missing in Mérida for over a month https://bit.ly/49g34SGMérida’s Mayor announced new firework restrictions following a major restaurant fire and growing concerns for public safety. https://bit.ly/3Lj2n1HMérida celebrated its 484th

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00:09:30

December 12: Your Week in Yucatán, Today

Your Week in Yucatán, Today ·

2025/12/12

Your Week in Yucatán Today: Yucatán’s local news (and upcoming events) in under 10 minutes. This week:A major update regarding the killing of a 12-year-old girl in IzamalCivil Protection assured residents there is no risk after a week of small earthquakes near Ticul The government is giving Yucatecos extra time to stock up for holiday parties One of the year's most intense astronomical events, the Geminids Meteor Shower, is active and visible across YucatánMéxico celebrates the Day of Our Lady

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00:10:00

December 5: Your Week in Yucatán, Today

Your Week in Yucatán, Today ·

2025/12/05

Your Week in Yucatán Today: Only Yucatán’s local news (and upcoming events) in under 10 minutes. This week:- The tragic homicide of a 12-year-old girl in Izamal.- A deer was fatally struck by a hit-and-run driver near the Yucatán Country Club.- A serious act of violence at a Mérida high school.- A 30-centimeter machete was successfully removed from a teenager's skull.- Several serious accidents this week highlight the need for extra vigilance during December traffic.Looking for what to do in

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00:08:24

November 21: Your Week in Yucatán, Today

Your Week in Yucatán, Today ·

2025/11/21

This week:- The Yucatán Xmatkuil Fair set a record attendance last Sunday- Yucatán celebrated the 115th Anniversary of the Mexican Revolution with parades in Mérida and other municipalities- A dangerous car fire exploded outside a secondary school in Mérida - An eight-vehicle collision on the Periférico Norte caused massive traffic chaosAlso:The 6th Panucho Fair is happening this Saturday at Santa Isabel Park in La Ermita.The 38th Yucatán World Cup hits Club Campestre from November 24th to 30th

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00:09:24

November 14: Your Week in Yucatán, Today

Your Week in Yucatán, Today ·

2025/11/14

This week:- Further developments in the controversy over the Mayakán Gasoducto booster station in Umán- A man was sentenced to 13 years in prison for the non-consensual sharing of intimate images- North Mérida had a massive, scheduled power outage, as part of the modernization of the City Center Periferico exit- State police have issued several warnings regarding fraud attempts throughout Yucatán- Archaeologists unearthed a remarkable Maya sculpture from the Pre-classic period during construction of

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00:08:54

November 7: Your week in Yucatán, Today

Your Week in Yucatán, Today ·

2025/11/08

This week: - A fatal accident occurred in Mérida after an SUV allegedly ran a red light and struck a Va y Ven bus https://bit.ly/4oUKYKP - A shoplifting suspect attempted a bizarre, handcuffed escape near Plaza Galerías- Yucatán's Dana Karen Medina González won a Gold Medal at the Pan-American Girl's Mathematical Olympiad in Brazil https://bit.ly/4nHuZ1F- An international cinematic production is filming in Mérida's Centro, requiring intermittent road closures on Calle 60.Also: The

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00:09:48

October 31: Your Week in Yucatán, Today

Your Week in Yucatán, Today ·

2025/10/31

This week: - A car plunged off a Periférico overpass after a collision- An alleged thief led police on a high-speed chase across Mérida- A major search warrant was executed in the Montecristo neighborhood by state and federal forces- The lawyer representing the families in a high-profile Periférico accident case is claiming illegal detention and human rights violations- Proposals to modify Paseo de Montejo to "streamline traffic" have sparked a public debate over safe mobility and

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00:09:00

October 24: Your Week in Yucatán, Today

Your Week in Yucatán, Today ·

2025/10/25

This week: - Law enforcement mobilized in Seyé following reports of gunshots, leading to the detainment of two people.- The federal agency PROFEPA shut down the illegal construction of a motocross track in Chicxulub Pueblo.- Video circulated on social media showing supermarket employees restraining a suspected shoplifter in Caucel.- Three local students, including an inspiring 54-year-old, are headed to Romania to compete in a prestigious robotics competition.- Local meteorologists are monitoring

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00:08:24

October 17: Your Week in Yucatán, Today

Your Week in Yucatán, Today ·

2025/10/18

This week: - Authorities are urging vigilance against sophisticated AI-powered phone scams- Multiple investigations are underway following several cases of animal cruelty across Mérida- Mérida is hosting over 350 artisans for the "ORIGINAL Yucatán" Mexican Textile Art Encounter through Sunday.- An exhibit featuring and selling art from over 524 local artisans is open through Sunday at the Gran Museo del Mundo Maya- Meteorologists are tracking a tropical wave in the Atlantic that could become the

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00:09:47

October 10: Your Week in Yucatán, Today

Your Week in Yucatán, Today ·

2025/10/10

This week: - The federal agency PROFEPA shut down properties for illegally destroying mangroves in Chicxulub Puerto. [source]- A protest for safer crosswalks caused traffic chaos on Tuesday morning.- A crocodile was captured in Progreso on Wednesday.- A small earthquake was reported near Ticul.- The Mérida City Council is offering free mammograms all month long for Pink October. [source]The Women's Center for Medical Attention (CAMM) offers OB/GYN, dentistry, psychology, and nutrition services,

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00:09:11

October 3: Your Week in Yucatán, Today

Your Week in Yucatán, Today ·

2025/10/05

Once again, please excuse our audio quality this week! An electrical fault caused a massive blackout across the Yucatán Península.An extreme storm dumped a week's worth of rain on Mérida in just a few hours.Yucatán is seeing a surge of marsh mosquitoes following the heavy rains.Sisal families are leading an impressive effort to restore over 22,000 hectares of mangroves.The Yucatán Paralympics team won an incredible 36 medals, including 18 golds.A stunning new work by the Ballet de Yucatán, inspired

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00:09:18

September 26: Your Week in Yucatán, Today

Your Week in Yucatán, Today ·

2025/09/27

This week: · A massive blackout left the entire Yucatán Península without energy or cellphone service for almost three hours, delaying the release of this episode ☹️ · Volunteers removed over five tons of trash in coastal cleanup https://bit.ly/4nrFBT4 · Record crowds witnessed Kukulcán's descent at the Chichén Itzá equinox https://bit.ly/4pJLXi9 · A gas leak on the Mérida-Progreso highway caused major disruptions on Wednesday https://bit.ly/473DPRh · A bird sanctuary needs donations after last

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00:08:18

September 19: Your Week in Yucatán, Today

Your Week in Yucatán, Today ·

2025/09/19

This week: > A tragic accident claimed 16 lives on the Mérida-Campeche highway> Mérida celebrated México’s Independence Day with a massive parade> The iconic Parque de las Américas is celebrating its 80th anniversary> Yucatán hammocks are to receive a special "Geographical Indication" status> The official program for Mérida’s Day of the Dead festival has been announced. We’re sharing some tips on how to make the most of it:

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00:08:41

September 12: Your Week in Yucatán, Today

Your Week in Yucatán, Today ·

2025/09/12

This week: > México’s national environmental agency permanently shut down a pig farm near Mérida> Yucatán's red tide emergency has officially ended> A newtourist information module is now available at La Plancha Park> Yucatán will participate in a nationwide disaster preparedness drill> The Mexican Navy flagship vessel Cuauhtémoc is set to visit Progreso just months after its Brooklyn Bridge collision> Yucatán students will get an extended holiday for Independence Day. Btw, if

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00:09:38

September 5: Your Week in Yucatán, Today

Your Week in Yucatán, Today ·

2025/09/05

This week: > Dzemul Residents Detain CFE Worker Over Power Outage> Seven Missing Children Rescued in Mérida> Citizen Report Leads to Weapons Arrest> A Child Severely Burned in "Fire Challenge" Social Media Trend> Downtown Mérida Factory Evacuated After Ammonia LeakAlso: Get your film fix with the "Road to the Ariel 2025" film series in Yucatán: details on the free movie showings.Corona Capital Sessions Mérida, ft. Keane, Phoenix, and Passion Pit: get your tickets

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00:07:17

August 29: Your Week in Yucatán, Today

Your Week in Yucatán, Today ·

2025/08/29

This week: > September is "the Month of the Will" in MexicoFor information on how to register your handwritten will, email ⁠archivo.notarial@yucatan.gob.mx⁠. For a notarized will, find a notary near you on the website for the State Government’s Consejería Jurídica: ⁠https://consejeria.yucatan.gob.mx/seccion.php?s=directorio_notarios_publicos⁠> A coastal cleanup event aims to beat last year's numbers— Are you in? > An update on the Av. García Lavín Periférico upgrades> Your

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00:08:05

August 22: Your Week in Yucatán, Today

Your Week in Yucatán, Today ·

2025/08/22

This week: > A hacker is selling data stolen from the Yucatán Government> A horrific crash on Periférico resulted in one death and hours of traffic delays> Yucatán’s State Police solve bizarre egg-throwing case> The Maya Train derailed at the Izamal Station> A protest turns violent after a death in Tzucacab Also:The Paper Balloon Festival in TahmekCheck out more details on the La Mejorada Plant SaleGet tickets to the play on María Antonieta Rivas Mercado at borbateatro.com or get more

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00:09:23

August 15: Your Week in Yucatán, Today

Your Week in Yucatán, Today ·

2025/08/15

This week: > An update on Yucatán’s red tide or harmful algal bloom> A family conflict in northern Mérida took a dramatic turn> The director of a higher education institution has been accused of harassment> The city of Mérida now boasts an environmental police unit> Baseball season in Yucatán is over, as the Lions are mauled by the DevilsAlso:It’s going to be a rainy weekend in Yucatán: [source]The Heladiza Fest Verano 2025 ice cream festival is this Saturday and Sunday at Parque de

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00:08:17

August 8: Your Week in Yucatán, Today

Your Week in Yucatán, Today ·

2025/08/09

This week: > Red tide warning: An algal bloom threatens beachgoers and marine life in Yucatán> The traffic on Periférico is about to get a lot better, but not before it gets a little worse. Stay tuned for more details.> A wave of unusual traffic incidents in Mérida: A city bus hit and a pick-up truck on Calle 60A hit and run caused plenty of damage to a Montecristo home> Yucatán is a land of artisans, and today we’re telling you about one who’s making it big: Fidelia Ek at NUDO 6/6Check

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