San Juan Municipal Legislature Postpones Vote on Escambrón Beach Parking Lot
The San Juan Municipal Legislature removed from its agenda a discussion on a proposed ordinance to build a multi-story parking lot in front of…
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State and Municipal Firefighters Control Forest Fire in Carolina
A forest fire broke out on the afternoon of June 30 on PR-853 road, Los Brillones, in the Barrazas neighborhood of Carolina.
UPR Governing Board Approves Budget Created by Fiscal Oversight Board
The University of Puerto Rico's (UPR) Governing Board approved the budget established by the Fiscal Oversight Board (JSF) with eight votes in favor and…
UPR Launches Humanitarian Aid Campaign for Families Affected by Venezuela Earthquake
The University of Puerto Rico (UPR) has launched a humanitarian aid campaign to support families affected by the recent earthquakes in Venezuela.
Last Days of Amnesty: DTOP Exceeds Goal for Traffic Ticket Payments with Discount
The Department of Transportation and Public Works (DTOP) has collected $71 million in payments from citizens, exceeding its initial goal of $60 million, through…
Camuy Sues DRNA Over Halt to Peñón Brusi Recreational Area Improvement Project
The Municipality of Camuy has filed a lawsuit against the Department of Natural and Environmental Resources (DRNA) to revoke a stop-work order issued for…
New Saharan Dust Cloud Arrives, Affects Air Quality in Puerto Rico
A dense cloud of Saharan dust is moving over Puerto Rico and the US Virgin Islands, causing moderate to high concentrations and affecting air…
Astrid Díaz Celebrates 25 Years of Education and Commitment with 'Tu Casa Segura' Fair
Astrid Díaz, an architect, will celebrate the 25th anniversary of her project 'Tu casa segura' with a fair from July 30 to August 2…
San Juan Municipality Seeks to Establish Multi-Story Parking in Escambrón
The San Juan municipality, led by Miguel Romero, plans to expand the parking area in front of Escambrón beach to build a multi-story parking…
Driver Dies After Collision with Garbage Truck in Bayamón
A 61-year-old driver died in a collision with a garbage truck in Bayamón early Monday morning, according to the Police.
Venezuelans Thank Puerto Rico for Support After Earthquakes
Citizens of various nationalities, including Puerto Ricans, Dominicans, and Venezuelans, gathered at collection centers established by the Department of State to help Venezuela, which…
Let’s Talk About Sex: It’s Time to Talk to Your Children
As summer arrives, many families take a break from their busy school-year routines and spend more time together.
Lawmakers Criticize San Juan Mayor Miguel Romero Over Bond Issuance
Legislators Ingrid Colberg Rodríguez and Manuel Calderón Cerame of the Partido Popular Democrático (PPD) criticized San Juan Mayor Miguel Romero for issuing $323.7 million…
Tropical Wave to Increase Rainfall in Puerto Rico on Monday
A tropical wave will bring increased humidity and rainfall to Puerto Rico on Monday, according to the National Weather Service (NWS) in San Juan.
Puerto Rico Collects Supplies for Venezuelan Earthquake Victims
The Mario 'Quijote' Morales coliseum in Puerto Rico was converted into a collection center on Sunday to gather supplies for Venezuelan earthquake victims.