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Jalisco is one of Mexico’s most culturally significant and economically dynamic states, home to mariachi music, tequila, and thriving cities like Guadalajara and Puerto Vallarta. In this section, find news on politics, business, infrastructure, tourism, and local culture. From high-tech industry and film festivals to traditional villages and beach resorts, Jalisco reflects both innovation and deep-rooted heritage. Stay informed on everything happening across one of Mexico’s most iconic states.

Jalisco News

Guadalajara tourism growth

•February 12, 2026

Guadalajara turns 484 with 10 days of free culture

Guadalajara celebrates its 484th anniversary with 10 days of free concerts, exhibits and downtown activities from Feb. 12–21.

Mayto Turtle Camp

•February 10, 2026

Mayto Turtle Camp hits record season for leatherback turtle nests

Mayto Turtle Camp has already protected seven leatherback nests—its highest total ever—marking a standout season on Jalisco’s coast.

CJNG-Backed Tequila Mayor’s Rise Exposes Cartel Influence

•February 6, 2026

CJNG-Backed Tequila Mayor’s Rise Exposes Cartel Influence

Tequila’s mayor’s arrest exposes CJNG’s covert role in his election campaign, from cartel funding to the kidnapping of rivals.

Arandas weekend guide for tequila, food and fair season

•January 15, 2026

Arandas weekend guide for tequila, food and fair season

Plan a short trip to Arandas, Jalisco for its January fair, agave-country flavors, and two spots that nail dinner and drinks.

Delta 1 arrest

•December 19, 2025

Delta 1 arrest in Jalisco linked to kidnappings and labs

Authorities in Jalisco arrested Armando “N”, known as Delta 1, tied to kidnappings, extortion, and synthetic drug production.

guadalajara fountains

•December 11, 2025

Guadalajara’s emblematic fountains get 14 million peso glow

Guadalajara's emblematic fountains get a 14-million-peso overhaul, with structural repairs and RGB lighting to revive key public spaces.

Jalisco searching mothers

•December 11, 2025

Jalisco searching mothers beaten and forced to flee

After demanding answers about her missing son, a Jalisco searching mother was beaten, threatened and forced to flee the state.

Jalisco measles outbreak

•December 10, 2025

Seven schools go remote amid Jalisco measles outbreak

Seven Jalisco schools remain online as health officials try to contain a growing measles outbreak with holiday closures and school vaccination drives.

Jalisco job growth

•December 10, 2025

Jalisco job growth trails only Mexico City in November

Jalisco added 10,159 formal jobs in November, ranking second nationwide and supplying about one in five new IMSS positions in Mexico.

Guadalajara air pollution

•December 10, 2025

Guadalajara air pollution makes 2025 the dirtiest year

Guadalajara has logged 219 bad air episodes in 2025, five times 2024, with the city’s southern belt bearing the heaviest pollution.

Guadalajara tourism growth

•December 9, 2025

Guadalajara tourism growth bets big on 2026 World Cup

Guadalajara expects up to 10% more tourism revenue in 2026, powered by new flights and World Cup games but shadowed by rising costs.

Estadio Akron human remains

•November 28, 2025

456 bags of human remains found near World Cup stadium in Jalisco

Search collectives say 456 bags of human remains found near Guadalajara’s World Cup stadium expose a deep, unresolved crisis in Jalisco.

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