https://www.puertorico.com/news/Puerto Rico news compiled from multiple named sources, each cited and linked.en-us Fri, 30 Oct 2026 21:56:21 GMT https://www.puertorico.com/news/aee-warns-natural-gas-could-run-out-early-saturday-seeks-federal-court-orderhttps://www.puertorico.com/news/aee-warns-natural-gas-could-run-out-early-saturday-seeks-federal-court-orderFri, 30 Oct 2026 21:53:34 GMTEnergyThe government filed an urgent motion asking a federal judge to allow other suppliers to use NFE's San Juan terminal as reserves on the Amur River vessel near depletion. https://www.puertorico.com/news/thieves-steal-nearly-49-000-from-guayanilla-gas-stationhttps://www.puertorico.com/news/thieves-steal-nearly-49-000-from-guayanilla-gas-stationFri, 30 Oct 2026 20:23:03 GMTCourts & CrimeBurglars forced entry into a Texaco garage in Guayanilla early Friday and took cash from slot machines, a safe and register along with merchandise. https://www.puertorico.com/news/elon-musk-voices-concern-over-puerto-rico-becoming-a-statehttps://www.puertorico.com/news/elon-musk-voices-concern-over-puerto-rico-becoming-a-stateFri, 30 Oct 2026 18:22:43 GMTGovernmentThe billionaire posted on X that a Democratic sweep in the 2028 elections could lead to Puerto Rico and Washington D.C. gaining statehood to secure a Senate majority. https://www.puertorico.com/news/dominican-man-wanted-for-133-000-unemployment-fraud-in-puerto-ricohttps://www.puertorico.com/news/dominican-man-wanted-for-133-000-unemployment-fraud-in-puerto-ricoFri, 30 Oct 2026 16:21:44 GMTCourts & CrimeJuan Ignacio de la Cruz David is listed among the U.S. Department of Labor's most wanted fugitives for allegedly using fake Social Security numbers to collect pandemic unemployment benefits. https://www.puertorico.com/news/rivera-schatz-files-petition-demanding-luma-data-on-smart-metershttps://www.puertorico.com/news/rivera-schatz-files-petition-demanding-luma-data-on-smart-metersFri, 30 Oct 2026 18:58:44 GMTEnergyThe Senate president cited customer complaints of unexplained bill increases after more than 200,000 new meters were installed as part of a federally funded modernization program. https://www.puertorico.com/news/nine-family-hardware-businesses-form-puerto-rico-s-first-ferretero-cooperativehttps://www.puertorico.com/news/nine-family-hardware-businesses-form-puerto-rico-s-first-ferretero-cooperativeFri, 30 Oct 2026 18:26:16 GMTBusinessFerreCoop unites 18 stores across 16 municipalities, employing 341 people and generating about $68 million in combined annual sales. https://www.puertorico.com/news/cangrejeros-de-santurce-present-their-roster-to-defend-winter-league-titlehttps://www.puertorico.com/news/cangrejeros-de-santurce-present-their-roster-to-defend-winter-league-titleFri, 30 Oct 2026 17:29:57 GMTSportsThe defending champions of the Liga de Béisbol Profesional Roberto Clemente will open their 2026-2027 season on Nov. 4 against the Leones de Ponce at Hiram Bithorn Stadium. https://www.puertorico.com/news/ppd-senate-delegation-proposes-using-131-6m-from-emergency-fund-to-lower-powerhttps://www.puertorico.com/news/ppd-senate-delegation-proposes-using-131-6m-from-emergency-fund-to-lower-powerMon, 26 Oct 2026 17:09:59 GMTEnergyThe measures aim to cover fuel costs approved for recovery in October-December 2026 electric bills after a 18.5% rate increase approved by the Puerto Rico Energy Bureau. https://www.puertorico.com/news/puerto-rico-seeks-gold-at-americup-3x3-without-antonio-ralathttps://www.puertorico.com/news/puerto-rico-seeks-gold-at-americup-3x3-without-antonio-ralatFri, 30 Oct 2026 15:32:18 GMTSportsThe men's 3x3 basketball team opens its title defense Friday against Venezuela in El Salvador, aiming to reclaim the continental championship it last won in 2023. https://www.puertorico.com/news/pnp-sets-annual-convention-for-dec-4-6https://www.puertorico.com/news/pnp-sets-annual-convention-for-dec-4-6Fri, 30 Oct 2026 15:30:28 GMTGovernmentThe New Progressive Party announced its gathering amid reported internal leadership disputes between Gov. Jenniffer González and Senate President Thomas Rivera Schatz. https://www.puertorico.com/news/commemorative-edition-of-rafael-hernandez-colon-memoirs-presented-in-poncehttps://www.puertorico.com/news/commemorative-edition-of-rafael-hernandez-colon-memoirs-presented-in-ponceWed, 28 Oct 2026 21:59:52 GMTCultureThe Fundación Rafael Hernández Colón launched a compilation of the former governor's writings covering 1964-1992 as part of events marking the 90th anniversary of his birth. https://www.puertorico.com/news/porsche-center-puerto-rico-begins-remodeling-under-global-destination-porschehttps://www.puertorico.com/news/porsche-center-puerto-rico-begins-remodeling-under-global-destination-porscheFri, 30 Oct 2026 15:07:22 GMTBusinessThe dealership will adopt a new international design integrating technology, personalization spaces and optimized service while maintaining operations during construction. https://www.puertorico.com/news/lares-stays-undefeated-in-lvsm-with-3-2-win-over-adjuntashttps://www.puertorico.com/news/lares-stays-undefeated-in-lvsm-with-3-2-win-over-adjuntasFri, 30 Oct 2026 15:05:12 GMTSportsThe Patriotas improved to 3-0 and eight points in the standings after defeating the Gigantes in five sets on Thursday night in Lares. https://www.puertorico.com/news/casa-pueblo-proposes-solar-as-puerto-rico-s-main-energy-source-to-cuthttps://www.puertorico.com/news/casa-pueblo-proposes-solar-as-puerto-rico-s-main-energy-source-to-cutFri, 30 Oct 2026 15:00:10 GMTEnergyThe Adjuntas-based environmental group called for a collective transition to solar power distributed through the grid, rejecting further fossil fuel investments. https://www.puertorico.com/news/man-found-guilty-of-murdering-ex-partner-s-son-in-ceibahttps://www.puertorico.com/news/man-found-guilty-of-murdering-ex-partner-s-son-in-ceibaFri, 30 Oct 2026 11:30:32 GMTCourts & CrimeSamuel Hernández Ventura was convicted on six charges including first-degree murder after a bench trial in Fajardo for the February shooting death of José Luis Ortiz Peña. https://www.puertorico.com/news/san-juan-breaks-heat-record-for-second-straight-dayhttps://www.puertorico.com/news/san-juan-breaks-heat-record-for-second-straight-dayMon, 26 Oct 2026 21:01:48 GMTWeatherMetro Puerto Rico reported a third consecutive high of 94°F on Wednesday, Oct. 28, 2026, equaling the 2012 record, while the National Weather Service forecast heat indices above 102°F and possible flooding rains for Friday, Oct. 30. https://www.puertorico.com/news/puerto-rico-senator-suspends-hearing-on-roosevelt-roads-citing-cuba-securityhttps://www.puertorico.com/news/puerto-rico-senator-suspends-hearing-on-roosevelt-roads-citing-cuba-securityFri, 30 Oct 2026 13:24:12 GMTGovernmentCarmelo Ríos Santiago halted a legislative session on the future use of the former naval base in Ceiba after receiving information he said he could not disclose about a possible U.S. intervention in Cuba and an arrest warrant for Raúl Castro. https://www.puertorico.com/news/halloween-weekend-weather-in-puerto-rico-to-feature-variable-showershttps://www.puertorico.com/news/halloween-weekend-weather-in-puerto-rico-to-feature-variable-showersFri, 30 Oct 2026 12:56:17 GMTWeatherThe National Weather Service in San Juan forecasts mostly dry conditions early Saturday followed by increased showers especially at night in the east with moderate rip current risk along several coasts according to local media. https://www.puertorico.com/news/man-charged-in-fake-kidnapping-scam-demanding-10-000-ransomhttps://www.puertorico.com/news/man-charged-in-fake-kidnapping-scam-demanding-10-000-ransomFri, 30 Oct 2026 12:27:34 GMTCourts & CrimeA 37-year-old San Juan resident faces fraud and aggravated theft charges after authorities say he falsely claimed to have kidnapped a child and demanded money in Ponce and Salinas. https://www.puertorico.com/news/diljit-dosanjh-and-daddy-yankee-release-bilingual-track-pokitohttps://www.puertorico.com/news/diljit-dosanjh-and-daddy-yankee-release-bilingual-track-pokitoFri, 30 Oct 2026 11:32:13 GMTCultureThe Punjabi singer and Puerto Rican reggaeton artist collaborated on a song blending their styles that is part of Daddy Yankee's new album La Postal, both released on October 30, 2026. https://www.puertorico.com/news/18-year-old-dies-in-single-vehicle-crash-on-pr-30-in-caguashttps://www.puertorico.com/news/18-year-old-dies-in-single-vehicle-crash-on-pr-30-in-caguasFri, 30 Oct 2026 11:29:01 GMTCourts & CrimeYamila Monserrate Flores was ejected from her Mazda 3 after striking a steel barrier early Friday and fell under a bridge, police said. https://www.puertorico.com/news/puerto-rican-descended-judge-analisa-torres-to-preside-over-maduro-casehttps://www.puertorico.com/news/puerto-rican-descended-judge-analisa-torres-to-preside-over-maduro-caseFri, 30 Oct 2026 00:54:16 GMTCourts & CrimeThe federal judge, appointed by Barack Obama, takes over the narcoterrorism and torture case against the former Venezuelan president and his wife following the death of the previous judge. https://www.puertorico.com/news/heat-advisory-remains-in-effect-across-puerto-rico-until-5-p-mhttps://www.puertorico.com/news/heat-advisory-remains-in-effect-across-puerto-rico-until-5-p-mSun, 25 Oct 2026 14:04:52 GMTWeatherThe National Weather Service warning covers Barceloneta, Ciales, Florida, Manatí, Morovis and Vega Baja until 4 p.m. Thursday; a separate heat advisory was active earlier in the week. https://www.puertorico.com/news/san-juan-selected-as-caribbean-home-port-for-orient-express-corinthian-luxuryhttps://www.puertorico.com/news/san-juan-selected-as-caribbean-home-port-for-orient-express-corinthian-luxuryThu, 29 Oct 2026 21:55:14 GMTTravelThe vessel, described as the world's largest in its category with 54 suites, will make three departures from Puerto Rico between October 2026 and January 2027 as part of its inaugural Caribbean season. https://www.puertorico.com/news/law-professors-and-pdp-lawyers-urge-gonzalez-to-veto-judicial-reform-billhttps://www.puertorico.com/news/law-professors-and-pdp-lawyers-urge-gonzalez-to-veto-judicial-reform-billThu, 29 Oct 2026 21:25:53 GMTGovernmentMore than 100 law professors and a PDP-affiliated lawyers group have asked Gov. Jenniffer González Colón to reject Senate Bill 1096, citing constitutional and judicial independence concerns. https://www.puertorico.com/news/short-term-rental-alliance-calls-for-uniform-regulations-in-puerto-ricohttps://www.puertorico.com/news/short-term-rental-alliance-calls-for-uniform-regulations-in-puerto-ricoThu, 29 Oct 2026 20:56:12 GMTBusinessViva Puerto Rico Short-Term Rental Alliance urges lawmakers to create a property registry and standardize rules for the sector. https://www.puertorico.com/news/teatro-rodante-universitario-to-mark-80-years-with-tribute-to-dean-zayashttps://www.puertorico.com/news/teatro-rodante-universitario-to-mark-80-years-with-tribute-to-dean-zayasThu, 29 Oct 2026 19:23:38 GMTCultureThe University of Puerto Rico theater group will hold a commemorative event on Nov. 5, 2026, featuring panels, a keynote and alumni testimonies at the UPR Theater. https://www.puertorico.com/news/appeals-court-upholds-dismissal-of-lawsuit-against-women-s-advocate-overhttps://www.puertorico.com/news/appeals-court-upholds-dismissal-of-lawsuit-against-women-s-advocate-overThu, 29 Oct 2026 19:21:19 GMTGovernmentThe court ruled that the law firm failed to show it suffered actual harm from the guide issued under Puerto Rico's 2025 breastfeeding code. https://www.puertorico.com/news/civil-rights-commission-to-investigate-mass-surveillance-systemshttps://www.puertorico.com/news/civil-rights-commission-to-investigate-mass-surveillance-systemsThu, 29 Oct 2026 18:51:39 GMTGovernmentThe Comisión de Derechos Civiles accepted a complaint from PIP legislators Denis Márquez Lebrón and María de Lourdes Santiago over the use of surveillance technology including ALPR cameras, drones and body cameras. https://www.puertorico.com/news/king-charles-dances-at-junkanoo-parade-during-bahamas-visithttps://www.puertorico.com/news/king-charles-dances-at-junkanoo-parade-during-bahamas-visitThu, 29 Oct 2026 18:29:09 GMTCultureThe British monarch joined a cultural parade on the second day of his Caribbean tour that also included tributes to defence force members, a boxing academy visit and a wetlands conservation stop. https://www.puertorico.com/news/former-ppd-senator-eudaldo-baez-galib-dies-at-87https://www.puertorico.com/news/former-ppd-senator-eudaldo-baez-galib-dies-at-87Thu, 29 Oct 2026 15:21:09 GMTGovernmentThe ex-senator, who also served as electoral commissioner and PPD secretary general, passed away Thursday morning in Puerto Rico. https://www.puertorico.com/news/masked-men-rob-vega-baja-home-at-gunpointhttps://www.puertorico.com/news/masked-men-rob-vega-baja-home-at-gunpointThu, 29 Oct 2026 15:02:45 GMTCourts & CrimeThree hooded individuals broke into a residence in the Río Arriba sector of Vega Baja on Wednesday night, stealing cash and collectible coins before fleeing without injuring the occupant. https://www.puertorico.com/news/puerto-rico-awards-7-8m-contract-for-hotel-banos-de-coamo-reconstructionhttps://www.puertorico.com/news/puerto-rico-awards-7-8m-contract-for-hotel-banos-de-coamo-reconstructionThu, 29 Oct 2026 00:34:11 GMTEconomyThe Administración de Terrenos selected a contractor for the project, financed by FEMA and agency funds, though the award remains pending bonds and certifications. https://www.puertorico.com/news/farmers-foresee-price-adjustments-for-christmas-pasteleshttps://www.puertorico.com/news/farmers-foresee-price-adjustments-for-christmas-pastelesThu, 29 Oct 2026 12:21:49 GMTEconomyFormer agriculture officials say local ingredients are abundant but final prices will be set by supply, demand and consumer willingness to pay. https://www.puertorico.com/news/loiza-faces-unusual-october-swells-affecting-coast-and-homeshttps://www.puertorico.com/news/loiza-faces-unusual-october-swells-affecting-coast-and-homesThu, 29 Oct 2026 11:52:46 GMTWeatherMayor Julia Nazario says she has never seen waves of this intensity in October during nearly ten years in office, with damage reported in multiple coastal sectors. https://www.puertorico.com/news/amanda-serrano-to-retire-with-final-fight-in-puerto-rico-on-jan-9https://www.puertorico.com/news/amanda-serrano-to-retire-with-final-fight-in-puerto-rico-on-jan-9Wed, 28 Oct 2026 19:53:10 GMTSportsThe seven-division world champion will defend her unified featherweight titles against Australia's Skye Falzon at the Coliseo de Puerto Rico in San Juan, broadcast live on DAZN. https://www.puertorico.com/news/study-population-50-drives-47-of-puerto-rico-gdp-and-67-of-householdhttps://www.puertorico.com/news/study-population-50-drives-47-of-puerto-rico-gdp-and-67-of-householdThu, 29 Oct 2026 11:32:43 GMTEconomyAARP Puerto Rico's report on the 'longevity economy' finds the 1.3 million residents aged 50 and older generated $60 billion in economic activity in 2024 while supporting 557,000 jobs. https://www.puertorico.com/news/woman-faces-charges-for-alleged-abuse-of-adoptive-parents-in-carolinahttps://www.puertorico.com/news/woman-faces-charges-for-alleged-abuse-of-adoptive-parents-in-carolinaThu, 29 Oct 2026 00:28:55 GMTCourts & CrimeFrancheska Lee Ortiz Machado, 23, was charged with four counts of elder abuse after authorities say she struck her 65-year-old adoptive mother with a metal chair and later threatened both parents with a broomstick. https://www.puertorico.com/news/san-juan-reports-fifth-consecutive-operational-surplus-projects-84m-in-savingshttps://www.puertorico.com/news/san-juan-reports-fifth-consecutive-operational-surplus-projects-84m-in-savingsWed, 28 Oct 2026 22:59:26 GMTGovernmentMayor Miguel Romero presented the municipality's financial results for fiscal year 2025-2026 and outlined infrastructure, health and economic initiatives during his annual address. https://www.puertorico.com/news/bsn-to-discuss-relocation-requests-from-mets-and-osos-on-fridayhttps://www.puertorico.com/news/bsn-to-discuss-relocation-requests-from-mets-and-osos-on-fridayWed, 28 Oct 2026 21:58:37 GMTSportsThe league will evaluate temporary and permanent moves for the Guaynabo and Manatí franchises during a meeting with team owners. https://www.puertorico.com/news/toa-baja-promotes-tourism-and-private-airport-projecthttps://www.puertorico.com/news/toa-baja-promotes-tourism-and-private-airport-projectWed, 28 Oct 2026 21:56:33 GMTTravelThe municipality highlights its history, sports sites, beaches and gastronomy while advancing plans for a private airstrip at the former Sabana Seca naval base. https://www.puertorico.com/news/puerto-rico-energy-costs-rose-37-since-luma-takeover-study-findshttps://www.puertorico.com/news/puerto-rico-energy-costs-rose-37-since-luma-takeover-study-findsWed, 28 Oct 2026 21:07:54 GMTEnergyA University of Puerto Rico analysis shows electricity prices increased faster on the island than in the mainland U.S. from fiscal 2021 to 2026, with service quality also declining. https://www.puertorico.com/news/vega-alta-mayor-responds-to-audit-citing-improper-payments-and-permitless-workshttps://www.puertorico.com/news/vega-alta-mayor-responds-to-audit-citing-improper-payments-and-permitless-worksWed, 28 Oct 2026 21:05:00 GMTGovernmentPuerto Rico Comptroller's Office identified five findings in municipal operations from March 2020 to June 2024, including nearly $1 million in investments on non-municipal land and contracts signed without required bonds. https://www.puertorico.com/news/governor-inaugurates-casa-metropolitana-ii-senior-housing-in-san-juanhttps://www.puertorico.com/news/governor-inaugurates-casa-metropolitana-ii-senior-housing-in-san-juanWed, 28 Oct 2026 21:03:37 GMTGovernmentThe $44.2 million project provides 80 apartments for low- and moderate-income older adults in the Monacillos neighborhood. https://www.puertorico.com/news/women-in-puerto-rico-live-7-5-years-longer-than-menhttps://www.puertorico.com/news/women-in-puerto-rico-live-7-5-years-longer-than-menWed, 28 Oct 2026 20:59:36 GMTHealthOfficial life expectancy tables released by the Puerto Rico Institute of Statistics show women at 84.1 years and men at 76.6 years in 2023, a gap that has remained consistent for over a decade. https://www.puertorico.com/news/luma-warns-of-possible-rolling-blackouts-tonight-in-puerto-ricohttps://www.puertorico.com/news/luma-warns-of-possible-rolling-blackouts-tonight-in-puerto-ricoTue, 27 Oct 2026 20:39:17 GMTEnergyGeneration units at San Juan and Aguirre remain out with no estimated return time, according to Genera PR and LUMA. https://www.puertorico.com/news/la-plata-reservoir-drops-12-centimeters-in-24-hours-1-78-meters-from-controlhttps://www.puertorico.com/news/la-plata-reservoir-drops-12-centimeters-in-24-hours-1-78-meters-from-controlWed, 28 Oct 2026 20:55:35 GMTEnvironmentThe AAA reported continued decline due to lack of rain while officials await early November precipitation and rule out water rationing for now. https://www.puertorico.com/news/rum-student-team-wins-nasa-competition-secures-50-000-for-lunar-technologyhttps://www.puertorico.com/news/rum-student-team-wins-nasa-competition-secures-50-000-for-lunar-technologyWed, 28 Oct 2026 20:54:08 GMTScienceNOVA UPRM took first place and the People's Choice Award at the inaugural NASA ORBIT event in Houston for its PRINCE proposal to build reusable towers on the Moon. https://www.puertorico.com/news/mechanic-charged-with-stealing-12-000-and-dismantling-86-year-old-s-1970-jeephttps://www.puertorico.com/news/mechanic-charged-with-stealing-12-000-and-dismantling-86-year-old-s-1970-jeepWed, 28 Oct 2026 20:51:38 GMTCourts & CrimeCarlos Báez Merced of Aguas Buenas faces multiple charges after police say he failed to restore the vehicle and left it in pieces. https://www.puertorico.com/news/jailene-cintron-relaunches-christian-album-solo-por-ti-on-digital-platformshttps://www.puertorico.com/news/jailene-cintron-relaunches-christian-album-solo-por-ti-on-digital-platformsWed, 28 Oct 2026 20:03:16 GMTCultureThe Puerto Rican television presenter and singer originally released the album in 2005, marking her first independent Christian music project after leaving EMI Latin.