From family life and school policy to Independence celebrations and the economy, this week’s news touches communities across Mexico. Sol Mexico News brings together six developments, with short summaries and links to the reporting behind each story.
Schools prepare for new cellphone restrictions
September 19
Families with children in Mexican schools have a policy change to watch. Education authorities announced an agreement to restrict cellphone use throughout the school day in primary and secondary schools, with implementation intended for October. La Jornada reported that the complete rules were still awaiting publication; older students’ school communities would set their own policies.
Read the report: La Jornada (Spanish)
Families in Culiacán call for peace and answers
September 13
The human cost of violence was at the centre of a September 13 march in Culiacán. Reuters documented residents carrying photographs of missing loved ones and calling for peace after a mass. Parents and grandparents spoke about their hopes for children and the strain that insecurity has placed on family life.
Read the report: Reuters video report (English description; Spanish interviews)
Independence celebrations recognise Mexico’s diverse communities
September 15–16
Mexico marked the anniversary of the start of its independence movement with the traditional Grito on September 15. President Claudia Sheinbaum’s address honoured Indigenous and Afro-Mexican communities and Mexicans living abroad. National sovereignty was also a prominent theme during the celebrations.
Read the report: El País (Spanish)
September 19 brings a nationwide emergency-preparedness exercise
Reported September 17; scheduled for September 19
The second national drill of 2026 is scheduled for noon, Mexico City time, on September 19, with earthquake scenarios tailored to different regions. Loudspeakers and compatible phones are expected to carry alerts. At home, work or school, the exercise offers a chance to practise evacuation arrangements and confirm where family members should meet.
Read the report: El País (Spanish)
Trade negotiations continue between Mexico and the United States
September 18
President Sheinbaum reported progress in discussions with President Donald Trump, while making clear that a final trade agreement had not been completed. El País reported that the talks precede further negotiations concerning tariffs affecting Mexican vehicles, steel and aluminium. Any announced settlement will be a development to watch in the coming week.
Read the report: El País (Spanish)
Peso movement matters for households with dollar income
September 18
El Economista reported that the peso closed September 18 at about 17.23 to the U.S. dollar, down 1.55% over the week. The movement is relevant to residents receiving dollar-denominated pensions, remittances or other income. Actual conversion rates depend on the provider and any fees, so the market close is a reference rather than a guaranteed exchange rate.
Read the report: El Economista (Spanish)
Prepared on the morning of September 19, 2026, before the scheduled national drill. Coverage spans September 13–19. Follow the linked outlets for later developments. Sources are identified by language.
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