Heavy rains expected in Puerto Rico and Virgin Islands as Hurricane Erin nears

SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico — Erin strengthened into a hurricane on Friday as it approached the northeast Caribbean, prompting forecasters to warn of possible flooding and landslides. The storm is expected to remain over open waters, although tropical...

PIP lawmaker denounces inaction on global minimum tax

Rep. Denis Márquez Lebrón The lack of government action to deal with the implementation of the global minimum tax (GMT) puts thousands of jobs and the economy at risk, warns Puerto Rican Independence Party Rep. Denis Márquez Lebrón. Various...

Heavy rains expected in Puerto Rico and Virgin Islands as Tropical Storm Erin nears

Tracking Erin: Tropical storm nears Puerto Rico and Virgin Islands

Hurricane Erin Back to Category 4, on Track to Miss US Coast

Hurricane Erin has re-intensified after moving past Puerto Rico, with the dangerous storm expected to increase in size and remain over the ocean as it churns off the US East Coast later this week. Erin’s top winds strengthened to 130 miles (209...

Solar Power Providing Backup For Puerto Rico Power Outages

I was wondering why I didn't hear about Puerto Rico blackouts as much as I used to! Blackouts are routine in Puerto Rico, where aging power plants are constantly on the edge of collapse. By the time this summer ends, the power will go out 93...

Firm provides update on $75 million emergency warning system for island dams

Guayabal Dam in Villalba. Protective communications firm Genasys Inc. has commenced construction on nine dams as part of its $75 million contract with the Puerto Rico Electric Power Authority for an emergency warning system across 37 dams on the...

'ChatGPT Ruined My Holiday' ! Tourist’s Tearful TikTok Goes Viral

A Spanish influencer couple faced unexpected trouble during their holiday after missing a flight to Puerto Rico, blaming ChatGPT for giving them incorrect travel advice. The couple, Mery Caldass and her boyfriend Alejandro Cid, were on their way...

Governor signs law creating automatic admission process at UPR

Gov. Jenniffer González Colón (Facebook via Jenniffer González Colón) Gov. Jenniffer González Colón has enacted Act 113-2025, which establishes a process for automatic admission to the University of Puerto Rico (UPR). The legislation, known as the...

Tracking Erin: Tropical storm nears Puerto Rico and Virgin Islands

For the trio behind it, one of ‘The Bear’s’ best episodes was also an ‘act of kindness’

When I tell Liza Colón-Zayas that I cooked asopao de pollo, a traditional Puerto Rican stew, in preparation for our interview, her eyes light up. The dish, similar to one she makes as beleaguered line cook Tina Marrero in “The Bear’s”...

Senate to address domestic violence law amendments

Senate President Thomas Rivera Schatz The Puerto Rico Legislature, under the governance of the majority New Progressive Party, has officially opened its second yearly session, directing its focus toward significant amendments to existing domestic...

Mayors Federation outlines its work plan for new legislative session

Mayors Federation President Gabriel Hernández Rodríguez The Puerto Rico Mayors Federation board of directors met on Sunday to outline the legislative agenda it will promote in the new session, which begins today at the Capitol. The organization,...

Guardia Costera reabre los puertos

SAN JUAN – La Guardia Costera estableció desde 7:00 de la mañana del domingo la Condición Portuaria Cuatro para todos los puertos de Puerto Rico y las Islas Vírgenes, luego del paso del huracán Erin. Bajo esta condición, los puertos están...

Ports Authority invests $1.2M in new security system at Aguadilla airport

Ports Authority Executive Director Norberto Negrón (center) tours the security modernization project at Rafael Hernández International Airport in Aguadilla. The Puerto Rico Ports Authority announced a nearly $1.2 million security modernization...

Iran U-21 Volleyball Team Defeats France: Friendly

The match served as part of preparation for the 2025 FIVB Volleyball Men's U-21 World Championship. Iran will also play Brazil in the coming days. Iran is drawn into Pool B alongside Poland, Canada, South Korea, Kazakhstan, and Puerto Rico....

Jorge Pérez Confirmed as CEO of Discover Puerto Rico

Discover Puerto Rico, the organization responsible for promoting the island as a tourism destination (DMO), confirmed today that Jorge Pérez is the new chief executive officer (CEO). EL VOCERO had previously released this information on Wednesday,...

Brazil runs away with win over Puerto Rico on Day 2 of GLOBL JAM

TORONTO — Brazilian star Isabella Nascimento had an off game Thursday, but her teammates picked her up, controlling the lane against a smaller Puerto Rico frontcourt. Heloisa Carrera was a force in the paint, scoring 16 points on 8-of-12 shooting...

Venezuela shuts out Puerto Rico at LLWS

SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. — Hitting with the bases loaded at the Little League World Series, Samuel Castillo found the gap between left and center field. Two runs scored and Venezuela’s lead over Puerto Rico grew to 3-0. Above the team dugout,...

Avelo adds new direct flights from Concord airport to Puerto Rico, Florida, New York

William C. "Bill" Dusch, City of Concord | City of Concord websiteWilliam C. "Bill" Dusch, City of Concord | City of Concord website Avelo Airlines has announced the addition of three new nonstop routes from Concord-Padgett Regional Airport to San...