The MiBici bike share program rolled out in downtown Zapopan this week with little fanfare.

Emilio Gonzalez Marquez, the former governor of Jalisco, is to be expelled from the National Action Party (PAN) for “betraying” his political colleagues. 

Around 1,200 people dressed in white and carrying banners and flowers marched silently through the streets of Guadalajara on Saturday, May 9. The rally was a call to peace following the violent outbreaks of recent weeks.

Strong winds, rain and even hail were reported across the metropolitan area of Guadalajara on Tuesday, May 12. The weather caused flooding, fallen trees and broken traffic lights. Locals and foreigners alike were surprised by the rains, with many assuming that they signal an early start to the annual rainy season.

Around 120 spiritual leaders from various countries gathered in Guadalajara this week to reflect on their respective convictions as well as the similarities and differences between them.

Jalisco corn growers clashed with state police Wednesday during a protest on Avenida Vallarta. The farmers are demanding a 250-peso per ton payment, in addition to their government subsidy, which they receive due to the current low price of corn.   Protestors set fire to a tractor on Avenida Gonzalez Gallo before marching up Juarez and Vallarta, in a bid to reach Casa Jalisco, the residence of the Jalisco governor.  After a few minor scuffles, a line of police officers blocked their passage, so the demonstrators instead turned around and went downtown to the Government Palace. There, they spoke to representatives of the state government but failed to reach any agreement.  The U.S. Consulate General considered the protest of sufficient danger to issue a warning to its citizens via social media to avoid the area.  No one was injured, nor were any arrests made.