Dominican Immigrant Released from ICE Custody
Inocencia Rodríguez, a Dominican immigrant, was released from the custody of US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) at 8:30 pm on Friday after District…
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DRNA Completes Redesign to Restore Playita Rosada Natural Pool in Lajas
Puerto Rico's Department of Natural and Environmental Resources (DRNA) has completed a new design for restoring Playita Rosada, the iconic natural pool in Lajas.
Weather Forecast for Puerto Rico This Weekend
The National Meteorological Service in San Juan announced that this weekend will have stable weather in Puerto Rico, with high temperatures and occasional brief…
$319,586 Gift Funds UPR Neurosurgery Residency Through 2032
The Foundation for the Future of Health of Puerto Rico will provide $319,586 to cover the stipend of neurosurgery resident Adriana Vázquez-Medina at the…
Three Homes Burned in Cataño Neighborhood
A fire broke out in the Juana Matos neighborhood of Cataño, burning three residences to the ground.
Pistacho’s Life Is Worth Living and Rehabilitable
Pistacho, a animal, is recovering from anesthesia after being sterilized.
Starship to Pass Southwest of Puerto Rico Today
The Starship spacecraft, developed by SpaceX, is scheduled to launch between 6:45 and 8:15 pm on July 16 and will be visible from Puerto…
UPR-Mayagüez Interim Chancellor Booed at Graduation Ceremony
The University of Puerto Rico's Mayagüez Campus (RUM) held the first two of three graduation ceremonies on Thursday, with the first marked by protests…
Pistacho the Dog Avoids Euthanasia, Enters Quarantine in San Juan
Pistacho, the dog that attacked Waldemar Quiles Pérez, Secretary of the Department of Natural and Environmental Resources (DRNA), has avoided euthanasia and is currently…
San Juan Mayor Leads Earthquake Preparedness Training for Municipal Directors
San Juan Mayor Miguel A. Romero Lugo led a workshop for directors of municipal agencies on how to respond to a seismic event and…
Coalition Demands Public Hearings on Location Review for Esencia Megaproject in Cabo Rojo
The Coalición Defiende a Cabo Rojo and its allies are demanding public hearings as part of the location-consultation ("consulta de ubicación") process for the…
Puerto Rico Begins Distributing $800 Back-to-School Bonus to TANF Families
Puerto Rico's government began distributing an $800 per-student school bonus on Thursday to families participating in the Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) program…
Puerto Rico Unites in Prayer and Solidarity with Venezuela
Almost a month after the double earthquake that hit Venezuela on June 24, leaving destruction, loss of life, and communities in crisis, Puerto Rico…
Increase in Humidity to Raise Heat Index
A decrease in Saharan dust is expected, but small amounts will continue to arrive until the end of the week.
Make the Most of Tax-Free Sales on School Uniforms and Supplies
Starting July 17, and ending on Saturday, school uniforms and supplies will be sold without the 11.5% sales and use tax (IVU) in Puerto…