Puerto Rico Morning BriefSunday, July 12, 2026

Puerto Rico received a $10 million federal grant to fund a feasibility study on extending Tren Urbano to San Juan's airport, a move aimed at expanding the island's public transit infrastructure. Separately, Islandwide and the Department of Economic Development and Commerce (DDEC) launched an automated package sorting system, backed by a $1,652,000 investment in machinery and equipment, signaling continued investment in logistics and infrastructure across the island.

In sports news, the Vaqueros de Bayamón tied their Conference A semifinal series in the BSN basketball league. Chris McCullough, making his debut with the team, scored 21 points and grabbed 10 rebounds, including the decisive basket with 14 seconds remaining, to secure a 73-71 victory over the Gigantes and even the series.

On the healthcare front, a member of Puerto Rico's intersex community spoke out about ongoing struggles within the medical system, describing 38 years of unexplained symptoms and diagnostic challenges. The account highlights broader concerns about the adequacy of medical care for intersex individuals on the island.