Puerto Rico news compiled from several named outlets and official sources, with every source listed and linked. Updated through the day.
Sophia Maria Osako, 22, cited personal and professional projects as the reason for stepping down from representing the Czech Republic at the 75th Miss Universe pageant to be held in San Juan on Nov. 24.
Fans can vote online for Puerto Rico's candidate to secure an automatic spot among the 30 semifinalists at the November 24 event in San Juan.
The Puerto Rican prospect will face Mexican Jesús Rómulo Ramírez on Saturday in Caguas after failing to secure an opponent for an eight-round bout.
The worker for a contractor on the Caguas Norte Filters Plant improvement project was killed around 11:48 a.m. on Friday, October 16, 2026.
The financial regulator warned residents not to share personal or banking information with callers claiming to represent the agency.
Puerto Rico's public-private partnerships authority and power utility asked the Supreme Court to exclude LUMA executive's sworn statement estimating $1.3 billion in costs if the contract extension is nullified.
The national squad will face North Korea in its first-ever appearance in a FIFA World Cup in any category, playing in Morocco as one of four Concacaf representatives.
The teenager was last seen leaving school in Barrio Obrero and has not been located for a week, authorities said.
Mayor Marcos Cruz Molina announced the international distinction for the beach on Friday, citing years of municipal maintenance and environmental efforts.
The Puerto Rican athlete placed second in the speed event in Sabaudia, Italy, finishing just 0.21 seconds behind the gold medalist.
The adidas Originals collaboration inspired by Puerto Rican sunsets becomes available on Oct. 17 for $140
The International Monetary Fund forecasts a slight economic decline this year followed by modest growth in 2027, lagging behind the United States and Latin America.
The 10th edition of the baseball event for U-16 and U-18 prospects will feature individual showcases, team games and college recruiters from Nov. 21-24 at three local venues.
The FDA announced an expansion of a voluntary recall by a Chilean company of specific lots of organic frozen blueberries and berry blends sold at Walmart stores on the island.
The Vega Baja native, who opened an adult products and sexual wellness store one year ago, is pursuing certification as a sex coach to address common relationship issues.
The Planning Board reported accelerated growth driven mainly by public investment and recovery programs, up from 5.92% the previous year.
The National Weather Service expects mostly sunny skies with isolated showers and a moderate rip current risk through Monday as drier conditions set in.
The measures would prohibit electronic coverage of probable cause hearings, preliminary hearings and proceedings on the admissibility of evidence.
Officers executed a search warrant early Thursday in Hato Tejas, detaining a couple accused of selling controlled medication via delivery.
The musical theater piece exploring identity, migration and generational links returns with new texts by contemporary Puerto Rican authors through Nov. 22.
The 27-year-old Puerto Rican guard, who played four seasons with the Spanish club and won the 2026 Copa del Rey, signed with the Russian team until 2028.
The Puerto Rican legend, who died in May at age 62, was honored in a ceremony in Cádiz, Spain, with his widow Sylvia Ríos accepting the award on his behalf.
The suspect, dressed in black with his face covered, forced the victim into a closet before taking jewelry including a Rolex watch and $100 in cash from her home in Valle Escondido.
Authorities placed quarantine inspectors at the ferry and are asking travelers not to bring meat products from the island, especially turkey, duck and chicken.
The winning numbers 111 and 0111 produced multiple winners in Wednesday night's draws, according to the Puerto Rico Lottery bureau.
The $18.8 million federally funded system, activated during a earthquake drill in Caguas, uses speakers, mobile alerts and a command center to coordinate responses with police and emergency agencies.
Puerto Rico's energy regulator found that rodent damage to a protection cable, inadequate vegetation management and a failed breaker worsened an initial fault on April 16, 2025.
HSI agents detained Modestina Villanueva Javier and Erick Martínez Aulet last week on federal charges of marriage fraud and conspiracy to obtain immigration benefits.
The veteran point guard was acquired from Cangrejeros de Santurce in a trade involving the team's 2029 first-round draft pick, as Arecibo also added former player Guillermo Díaz to its coaching staff.
The discovery at a private school prompted an immediate police response and activation of the school's security protocol, with the case now under investigation by the Criminal Investigations Corps.
The Puerto Rican communicator shared a video from a hospital in Germany on Thursday, Oct. 15, 2026, saying she is nervous but ready to begin the first of four localized chemotherapy cycles for stage 3 cancer.
The Puerto Rican former Astros skipper is among several candidates expected to interview for the vacancy left by Dan Wilson.
The Puerto Rican band's first full-length album, concluding a trilogy, questions the cost of freedom and imagines sovereignty while drawing on Caribbean rhythms and nationalist history.
The board approved 20 transactions worth $43.7 million conditionally in August and set a Nov. 30 deadline for the Department of Education and OMB to identify funding sources and strengthen controls.
Owner María Marty announced the sale of the Punta Las Marías property, where a new restaurant will open under different ownership and name.
The Mexican singer will release his first solo project under the name Jesse and the Supernovas via his new label Nebulosa Records and Virgin Records distribution, with the lead single 'Interestelar' out Oct. 21.
The water utility announced it will add WhatsApp messaging and expand email use to inform customers about service status and outages, urging them to update contact details.
A 33-year-old man visiting from Ohio died Wednesday afternoon after jumping into the natural pool in Naguabo, according to police and emergency reports.
The Department of Health issued an administrative order permitting certificates without the tuberculin test for low-risk individuals, aligning with CDC guidance.
The 26-year-old was hospitalized in stable condition after the Wednesday shooting and then taken into custody on a $50,000 warrant related to an alleged September assault on his 80-year-old grandmother.
The National Weather Service warned of possible heavy afternoon showers in the southwest on Thursday while heat indices could reach 107°F in areas with clear skies.
Proyecto del Senado 1507, introduced by Sen. Carmelo Ríos, seeks to link animal cruelty cases to firearm license revocations under Puerto Rico law.
The comedy "El Penthouse de Guille" starring Víctor Alicea will hold its last performance on Nov. 21 at the Bellas Artes in Caguas, while TAC opens auditions for the musical Grease.
The municipality's third edition of the program provides $1,000 in equipment per participant as part of ongoing support for the artisanal fishing sector.
Business groups support reforming Puerto Rico's permitting system but raise concerns over maritime-terrestrial zone rules, municipal autonomy and implementation capacity.
The tremor occurred at 7:24 p.m. on Wednesday with no tsunami bulletin issued, according to the U.S. Geological Survey and local reports.
The agency turned over a federal subpoena from ICE and its response table, with personal identifiers redacted, following action by Puerto Rico's Supreme Court.
The Dominican guard, a former BSN champion and MVP with the team, signed to rejoin the subchampions after playing for them in 2026.
José Manuel Baeza Visaldán was arrested Sept. 22 following a complaint under Puerto Rico's domestic violence law.
The film about Puerto Rico Olympic wrestler Jaime Espinal, which won the audience award at the 2025 Puerto Rico Film Festival, held its special presentation in Santo Domingo on Oct. 13 and opens in theaters there on Oct. 15.
Police are investigating the circumstances of the death after the body was discovered submerged in a container on a residence terrace in the Saint Just neighborhood.
The telecom company announced a presale for five shows of the reggaeton artist's La Última Parada: La 8va Maravilla World Tour at the Coliseo de Puerto Rico in December.
No one matched all six numbers in Monday's drawing, pushing the estimated jackpot to $562 million with the next drawing scheduled for 10:59 p.m. in Puerto Rico.
Municipal police in Toa Alta detained the man after the child handed the item to a teacher during a materials request; the case is under review by prosecutors.
The team of 27 athletes earned one gold, two silver and two bronze medals at the international competition held in Benidorm with participants from 57 countries.
The Gran ShakeOut 2026 will test protective measures across homes, schools, businesses and government agencies at 10:15 a.m. on Oct. 15.
Police executed a search warrant on Tuesday at a residence in the Pedro Martínez area and seized more than 1,500 bags of cocaine along with other controlled substances, pills and cash.
The Autoridad de Carreteras y Transportación will close the lane between kilometers 23.8 and 23.3 from Oct. 19-21 for lighting improvement work.
The municipality unveiled “Patitas de Esperanza,” described as the first such unit in Puerto Rico’s southwest region, to provide sterilization, vaccination and care without resorting to euthanasia.
The House speaker called delays of months or years for residential, housing and microenterprise permits unacceptable, 17 years after the last reform law.
The agency said the inmate remains in regular housing with no threats received, amid new statements filed in her mother's bid for a new trial.
Houston announced the decision on Wednesday along with several coaching changes after the team was swept in the wild-card round.
The measure targets individuals who admitted public integrity offenses or fund misappropriation under immunity deals, amending a 2004 law that currently allows such contracts.
Nelson Núñez met with airline executives to study a direct connection between San Juan and El Catey airport as part of efforts to boost tourism from one of the province's closest markets.
An analysis by the Centro de Periodismo Investigativo identified 59 districts in five states where Puerto Ricans are the largest Latino group and that will have close contests, though experts cited low voter turnout as a limiting factor.
The right-hander will make his Puerto Rico winter league debut for the 2026-27 season of the Liga de Béisbol Profesional Roberto Clemente, while the Criollos de Caguas signed left-hander Zach Veen.
The adjustment will add between $43 and $54 monthly for most recipients on the island, where average benefits are lower than the U.S. mainland and inflation in key areas runs higher.
A truck overturned around 5:30 a.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 14, on the José de Diego expressway in Dorado, leading to lane closures toward Arecibo, according to police and news reports.
José Sánchez Ramos, 39, of San Lorenzo, turned himself in Tuesday in Caguas court on allegations of physical force, psychological violence, threats and spousal sexual assault from April.
Miguel Ángel Santiago Aponte, 45, faces charges of attempted murder, elder abuse and weapons violations after the Oct. 12 incident in Aibonito; he did not post $375,000 bail.
Four individuals wearing police uniforms and carrying long weapons are being sought after an attempted robbery, gunfire exchange and reported assault on a woman in the area of PR-688.
The Puerto Rico Energy Bureau gave LUMA eight weeks to complete technical studies on connecting up to 800 megawatts of temporary power, independent of any procurement process.
The Senate passed the 868-page measure by voice vote on Tuesday despite opposition from minority senators and environmental protests at the Capitol calling for more public hearings; the bill now heads to the House.
The three-division world champion and International Boxing Hall of Famer passed away Saturday night.
The new regulated sports betting lounge at Arena Medalla adds dining, drinks and live event viewing as part of an alliance with Paulson Puerto Rico and PRISA Group.
The executive, who arrived in the island one month ago after leading markets in Latin America and the Caribbean, aims to demonstrate growth potential in a mature market while strengthening local talent and production.
Duke Surf has reported the final results from the ALAS Global Tour stop, naming category champions after the concluding day of competition.
Honduras closed its participation in the regional tournament with a decisive win over Puerto Rico in the consolation match on Tuesday.
The Bayamón-based company voluntarily withdrew multiple batches of the product distributed across Puerto Rico because the allergen was not listed on the label.
The 12th edition of the running event, set for Nov. 6-8, will raise funds for the Liga Puertorriqueña Contra el Cáncer and feature Raymond Arrieta as official godfather.
The Colombian singer performed nearly two hours of hits and new songs from his album Para Cuando Sean Mayores as part of his ongoing tour.
The elected mayor will take office on Oct. 17 at an open-to-the-public event at the municipal building that includes musical performances and local food trucks.
The outage narrows Puerto Rico's electric generation reserve to a tight margin of 100-400 megawatts, according to the operator.
The campaign promotes traditional lottery draws by connecting them to longstanding Puerto Rican recreational and family traditions.
Yaramary Torres warned that reducing hours without first improving government efficiency could harm services and strain the island's finances, while the bill's sponsor says it would help workers without raising costs.
The filing cites new evidence on additional aggressors and weapon delivery, procedural errors, a daughter's statements, and requests that the original judge not hear the matter.
The Puerto Rican singer performed a concert in Attimis, Italy, blending Puerto Rican and Italian music with local groups and family members to honor Tony Croatto's legacy.
The Puerto Rican rapper underwent a procedure on Oct. 7 in Colombia to address spinal cord compression and is now in rehabilitation, his wife and doctors said.
Puerto Rico's Department of Agriculture has confirmed highly pathogenic avian influenza via laboratory tests and issued 120-day quarantines on the affected properties along with enhanced biosecurity measures.
Police are interviewing one of Cecil Lewis Matías's stepsons as they investigate the Oct. 6 shooting that killed the 49-year-old physical education teacher.
The Asociación de Bancos de Puerto Rico elected the Popular Inc. executive to lead its board of directors until 2028, alongside new vice president and treasurer.
Cloud seeding operations will shift to the La Plata basin as drought conditions improve in eastern Puerto Rico and Carraízo reservoir recovers, officials said Tuesday.
The beach volleyball duo will compete in the NORCECA Pre-Olympic qualifier in Vega Baja next month with limited time to build chemistry.
The Department of Labor and Human Resources will hold the “Puerto Rico Hay Trabajo” fair on Wednesday offering positions across multiple industries along with on-site support services.
The forward, who played last season with Capitanes de Arecibo, agreed to a two-year deal ahead of the 2027 BSN season.
U.S. Border Patrol and Puerto Rico police maritime units recovered the packages after occupants threw them overboard near Isla Palomino on Monday afternoon.
The North routed the South in the 2026 Liga de Béisbol Femenino All-Star Game in Utuado, with Nashaly Rivera named MVP and Yedlimar de Jesús earning top pitcher honors.
The collision occurred Monday afternoon in Maunabo; the motorcyclist, identified as Jonathan López Laboy, 34, suffered grave injuries and has an active arrest warrant from 2018.
Environmental groups gathered at the Puerto Rico Capitol on Tuesday to oppose Senate bills 1183 and 1173, which they say would ease approval of the Esencia mega-project in Cabo Rojo.
Noelian Ortiz said her sister underwent two surgeries in less than a month after being diagnosed with a meningioma and later developing a bacterial complication.
Two armed men forced a 41-year-old man and his wife into their residence in Playa Guayanés on Monday night and took $700 in cash.
Speaker Carlos “Johnny” Méndez Nuñez and Rep. Elinette González Aguayo will visit the popular northern coast site on Friday to assess needs including parking, restrooms and coastal erosion.
The global ground services and sales agent will handle pharmaceutical exports on the Canadian airline’s three weekly freighter flights between San Juan and Toronto.
The National Weather Service warns of strong showers, thunderstorms and possible urban and river flooding due to high moisture and atmospheric instability.
President Trump said his administration is reviewing her position and is not happy with her performance, following reports of alleged improper requests for payments and luxury travel.
The Monarcas de Juana Díaz forward will lead Team Sureste and the Atenienses de Manatí guard will captain Team Noroeste in the Oct. 17 event at the Coliseo Dolores “Toyita” Martínez.
The municipality launched a 30-day moratorium for owners of stray or abandoned horses to reclaim them or face removal, as part of a new municipal adoption initiative.
The historic collection forms part of the free Universe Experience Puerto Rico exhibition opening on Tuesday at Plaza Las Américas in San Juan.
A 50-year-old Camuy resident identified as Cristina Isabel Orsini Rodríguez fell more than 10 feet onto rocks along the Víctor Rojas promenade early on Sunday, according to police and witnesses.
The luxury brand introduced the GV60 Magma electric SUV with up to 650 horsepower at its Plaza Las Américas dealership, priced from $89,905.
Senate vice president Carmelo Ríos announced he will convene the president of the restaurant association to discuss alternatives after the group warned it has reached the limit of absorbing higher power costs without passing them to customers.
The blaze at a WindMar Home storage structure in Sabana Seca was reported Monday afternoon and later confined, with no injuries reported.
The longtime educator, coach and leader at Universidad del Turabo and the Federación de Atletismo de Puerto Rico passed away, according to the LAI and the federation.
Dorado Beach homes now sell for up to $40 million and new resorts rise from Fajardo to Cabo Rojo. Brokers court second-home buyers; critics cite housing.
Two simultaneous operations in a Santo Domingo port and Punta Cana airport netted 203 packages hidden in a container trailer destined for Puerto Rico and 25 packages in a traveler's luggage.
The Puerto Rico Innovation and Technology Service began a series of workshops on Monday as part of Cybersecurity Awareness Month, with participation from the federal CISA.
Tyler Perry says he will move to Puerto Rico in early 2027, the same year new Act 60 investor applicants start paying 4% on gains that were tax-free.
La Plata in Comerío fell 0.05 meters to 43.45 meters in Monday’s AAA report and remains the only one of 19 monitored reservoirs under operational adjustments; seven reservoirs dropped overall.
Authorities took the weapon from a driver who appeared in a widely circulated video arguing with a woman following a collision in Lomas Verdes.
A 41-year-old man from Luquillo faces charges for drunk driving, crashing into an official police vehicle and illegal firearm possession after the Sunday night collision that left two officers with minor injuries.
The incidents, which occurred Monday morning, bring to eight the number of homicides reported over the holiday weekend, according to authorities.
The National Weather Service forecasts mostly cloudy skies with a high near 91°F and heat index up to 105°F on Monday, Oct. 12, along with periods of showers and possible thunder.
The Puerto Rican cyclist claimed victory in the elite men's road race in Santo Domingo and secured a quota for Puerto Rico at the 2027 Pan American Games in Lima.
Planned maintenance including pole resilience upgrades, vegetation removal and line repairs may cause temporary power outages across the island.
Police seized two firearms from a customer and an employee at Zoila Café, identified the three men killed, and are investigating a dispute that led to an exchange of gunfire early Sunday, Oct. 11. Eight people were wounded.
The incident occurred Sunday night on PR-159; police say the man crossed outside a designated crosswalk on an unlit stretch of road.
The Christian music artist will perform on Oct. 18 after nearly 11 years away from the venue, following a Latin Grammy nomination.
The third baseman and team captain will remain with the club through the 2028-2029 winter league season after winning the batting title and a second consecutive Gold Glove.
A crustacean collected in the 1980s and stored in a German university collection has been identified as a previously unknown species of Bathynomus after decades of being misclassified.
Puerto Mosquito bay has seen its bioluminescence drop to zero in late September, marking the third such event this century and raising tourism concerns.
The island's aging index rose 41 percent in five years as births decline, baby boomers retire and migration continues, according to the Puerto Rico Institute of Statistics.
At the party's general assembly in Ponce, the PPD president outlined a 10-year institutional government plan, reaffirmed support for enhanced Estado Libre Asociado and called for removing the fiscal oversight board.
More than 7,200 Popular Democratic Party members voted in an open election on Sunday to select seven representatives who will join party president Pablo José Hernández.
A California visitor reported that items including a Rolex watch, Seiko watches, gold pieces and U.S. Army medals were taken from her vehicle in Piñones on Saturday morning.
Police say a 20-year-old driver allegedly ran a red light at high speed and struck a 22-year-old driver who had the green light at the intersection of PR-111 and PR-125.
The reggaeton artist shared images of the armed intruders who broke into his Guaynabo residence on Sept. 3, 2026, and details of items stolen.
The television host welcomed residents of Hacienda Margarita Living Resort, which opened on Aug. 1, for their first group outing to the Telemundo program on Oct. 9.
The National Weather Service issued a flood warning for Bayamón, Cataño, Dorado, Guaynabo, San Juan and Toa Baja on Sunday afternoon as heavy showers from thunderstorms moved across the area.
New details from Governor González Colón state the $38.5 million Star Academy contract was canceled in May with no funds used; Roig leaves her position to the governor's discretion.
A 36-year-old Corozal resident was discovered with multiple gunshot wounds inside his white Dodge Durango on PR-142 in the Marzán sector early Sunday morning.
The Puerto Rico representative overcame a high fever in time to compete in the final gala in Thailand and secure a spot among the 25 semifinalists.
The Financial Oversight and Management Board for Puerto Rico says alleged fraud occurred after its review and that it referred the matter to federal authorities.
Jenniffer González Colón approved laws expanding military student protections, broadening farm labor programs, defining political propaganda and creating exceptions for medical cannabis users in sensitive transport jobs, while ordering utility connections for a Toa Baja community.
The nonprofit that supports survivors of domestic violence says it has not been formally served and will defend itself in San Juan Superior Court.
New Fortress Energy announced the vessel will dock between 6:00 and 8:00 a.m. on Oct. 11 subject to weather, while the House commission called a public hearing on the dispute for Oct. 19.
The international youth event will take place Oct. 17-18 at Grand Reserve Golf Club in Río Grande, Puerto Rico, featuring match play and a training session with a USNDP coach.
María Magdalena Ortiz Rosado, who has lived in the same rental for 27 years, awaits permanent housing options along with her three dogs after a Thursday eviction attempt was halted.
Juan F. Medina Lee was awarded a $517,000 CAREER grant to develop computational models for trust and collaboration between humans and artificial intelligence in autonomous vehicles.
Jhojan Figueroa Guerra, 39, faces multiple charges after two incidents on June 9, 2026; a judge found probable cause and set $35,000 bail he did not post.
Marrero will also lead choreography for the November 24 pageant at the Coliseo de Puerto Rico, becoming the first islander to hold both roles.
The Puerto Rican singer reacted on social media after "Despacito" ranked No. 1 and "No Me Doy Por Vencido" ranked No. 8 on the Greatest of All Time Hot Latin Songs chart.
The federal prosecutor requested at least a 30-day extension to negotiate plea deals with most of the 34 defendants, including Jensen Medina Cardona.
The regulator denied extensions for Genera and PREPA/AEE and set a new Tuesday, Oct. 13 deadline while warning of possible daily fines for further noncompliance.
A woman was stabbed in the abdomen during an argument with another woman early Saturday and drove herself to a hospital where she was treated and released in stable condition.
A section of the expressway remains closed at kilometer 35.4 while authorities investigate the early-morning collision.
Puerto Rican communicator needs $180,000 for specialized treatment in Germany over the next 90 days, with friends and artists backing the 'Todos por Laura' initiative.
A strong quake prompted a tsunami threat for Pacific coasts that was later canceled, with no immediate reports of deaths or injuries from the collapses.
The production announced the contestant's removal after an on-camera incident involving alleged offensive comments and gestures directed at fellow participant Jay.L.
TOUS unveils a jewelry line inspired by the pava hat while IKEA presents its holiday decor and promotions for the Christmas season.
The Junta de Supervisión Fiscal says it cannot approve the University of Puerto Rico's agreement with its non-teaching employees union because the university and the Office of Management and Budget have not provided required fiscal impact data.
The follow-up to the sold-out Jala Jala: El Combo Filarmónico will blend salsa classics with the Orquesta Filarmónica de Puerto Rico during the Christmas season at the Centro de Bellas Artes in Santurce.
GUIA reported 71,749 units sold from January to September, down from 82,136 a year earlier, amid inflation, high interest rates and higher vehicle costs.
A judge granted temporary oversight of the late actress's assets to protect her daughter's inheritance following the actress's death without a will.
Patricia Joanna Almonte Frías and Rineldys Feliciano Díaz Cuevas face conspiracy charges after allegedly using intimate images obtained online to extort victims in Puerto Rico from the Dominican Republic.
The gun license advocacy group argues the measure would expand access to confidential data without sufficient safeguards and calls for public hearings.
Governor Ron DeSantis warned residents that these are the final hours to evacuate as the Category 3 storm threatens the Gulf Coast.
Zayira Jordán Conde said both the Classification and Compensation Plan and a collective bargaining agreement approved two years ago remain under review by the Financial Oversight and Management Board.
Seventeen contestants toured Fortaleza in Old San Juan on Friday as part of their activities on the island.
The Puerto Rican singer, artist and marketing graduate participated in preliminary competitions in Bangkok ahead of the grand final on Saturday.
Josué Colón Ortiz cited a conflict of interest between Genera PR and New Fortress Energy, ordering the 3PPO to take over negotiations while giving the supplier 24 hours to resume deliveries of the Amur River.
The independent procurement office cited potential violations of six federal statutes linked to NFE's control of the San Juan LNG terminal and its conditioning of deliveries on regulatory and payment disputes.
Governor Jenniffer González Colón announced the additional funding from the Department of Economic Development and Commerce to complete the UPR Center for Innovation and Technology Transfer.
Police responding to a report of a 23-year-old woman assaulting her 38-year-old partner found a skull and what she described as human bones inside a religious altar in a Moca residence early Thursday; she was arrested.
Authorities are asking for public help to locate a 15-year-old last seen at a government facility and a man reported missing from his home earlier in October.
Caguas rallied after halftime to end a two-game losing streak and halt Juana Díaz's three-game winning run in the only women's basketball game played on Thursday.
Police said a person entered through a pedestrian gate, broke a wagon lock and took 25 industrial trimmers and 12 backpack blowers.
The agency warned citizens and businesses not to share personal or financial information with unsolicited callers claiming to conduct surveys on its behalf.
Police responded to a reported break-in at LARCOOP early Friday but found no suspects inside, though property damage was noted.
The Cuban-born Puerto Rican journalist, known for his column “Chuchazo,” passed away early Friday morning.
A man was robbed of his 2023 Kia Rio at gunpoint around 3:14 a.m. Friday at the EcoMaxx station on PR-172 in Caguas.
A 30-year-old man reported that someone accessed his 2021 Kia Sorento and stole cash from the glove compartment on Thursday afternoon.
Jenniffer González Colón called the company's threat to halt deliveries a "chantaje" after a dispute over payments, prompting a federal court hearing on Friday.
Police were initially called to the scene on PR-183 late Thursday night after a report of a motorcycle accident but found the victim with multiple gunshot wounds.
Jenniffer González Colón announced faster timelines for building permits and environmental reviews while environmental groups and planners demand public release of proposed permit reform bill and new hearings.
A 16-year-old faces charges including first-degree murder in the Sept. 26 stabbing in Guaynabo that killed his grandmother and injured his 22-year-old brother.
Police are investigating the discovery of an unidentified man's decomposed body in a home near San José reservoir in San Juan.
Police seized drugs, ammunition and firearm accessories during early-morning searches in El Flamboyán, Río Piedras, as part of an investigation into an alleged criminal organization.
Luis A. Vélez Torres was convicted in connection with the 2022 death of patient Noel Méndez Gómez, 65, after a physical intervention over smoking in his hospital room.
The cuatrista will visit multiple educational institutions across Puerto Rico from Oct. 19 to Nov. 5 with workshops on music, history, culture and talent development.
The head of the Department of the Family said Thursday she has committed no irregularities in contested contracts at Adsef and will appear before any investigative body that summons her.
Roselyn Morales Ortiz posted $10,000 bail and was placed under electronic monitoring and house arrest following the Oct. 5 incident linked to her partner's earlier traffic arrest.
Ramón Ramos Guzmán was reported missing on Oct. 6 and his body was recovered Thursday in a pumping station well on the Malecón.
The water authority says Thursday afternoon's opening at the Trujillo Alto reservoir is meant to manage runoff while keeping reserves, after a drought that brought rationing in August.
PRISA Presents and No Limit Entertainment say the Puerto Rico-only production, premiering February 12, 2027 at the Coca-Cola Music Hall, sold most of those seats to local buyers.
The Camuy firm says it only answered an email declining to compete, while Secretary Suzanne Roig says she never claimed it filed a formal proposal. Governor Jenniffer González says she will not remove her.
A report released by Espacios Abiertos, Fundación Triple-S and Nutriendo Puerto Rico puts the figure at 40.8%, and its authors say it should not be compared directly with a 2015 estimate of 33.2%.
Federal prosecutors in San Juan say a September 28 crossing carrying 64 people capsized near Mona Island, leaving three dead and 12 missing, and that the charges can carry the death penalty.
