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Earthquakes Trigger Anxiety In Puerto Rico: 'There's No Way To Prepare'
Saturday, January 11, 2020
Tens of thousands of people in Puerto Rico are still without power, days after a large earthquake rolled across the island. Buildings collapsed and some roads remain closed.
Aftershocks In Puerto Rico
Saturday, January 11, 2020
The biggest earthquake to hit Puerto Rico in a century has hobbled the island. Power remains out in many areas and people are afraid to stay indoors because of structural concerns.
Encore: For Those Missing Puerto Rico, A Song About Dreaming Of Home
Friday, December 27, 2019
"En Mi Viejo San Juan" is an unofficial anthem of Puerto Rico and the official anthem of San Juan. It evokes memories of the island for those who have left and a yearning on the island for those who are gone.
Cockfighting Is About To Become Illegal In Puerto Rico
Thursday, December 05, 2019
In the rural communities of Puerto Rico's central mountains, cockfighting has been a way of life for centuries. But on Dec. 20, the practice will become illegal on the island.
In Puerto Rico, The Days Of Legal Cockfighting Are Numbered
Wednesday, October 23, 2019
A congressional ban on the sport was a victory for animal rights activists, but on the island, many say that cockfighting is part of their culture — and they're willing to take the sport underground.
2 Years After Hurricane Maria Hit Puerto Rico, The Exact Death Toll Remains Unknown
Tuesday, September 24, 2019
The exact number of those who died in Puerto Rico following Hurricane Maria remains unknown two years after the storm made landfall.
Two Years After Hurricane Maria, Blue Tarps Are Symbol Of Island's Slow Recovery
Friday, September 20, 2019
Two years after the storm hit Puerto Rico, the most visible remnants of it are the thousands of damaged homes still covered in blue tarps. Frustrated neighbors are helping others repair their homes.
FEMA Official Accused of Taking Bribes While Rebuilding Puerto Rico
Tuesday, September 10, 2019
Federal corruption charges have been filed against a top FEMA official who oversaw reconstruction of Puerto Rico's power grid after Hurricane Maria.
News Brief: Hurricane Dorian, Democratic Debate, Ireland And Brexit
Thursday, August 29, 2019
We have the latest on the impact of Hurricane Dorian on Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands. Also, a preview of the next Democratic debate and what Brexit means for Ireland.
Hurricane Dorian Strengthens As It Gets Closer To Puerto Rico, U.S. Virgin Islands
Wednesday, August 28, 2019
On Wednesday Tropical Storm Dorian strengthened into a category 1 hurricane. The storm is close to both the eastern edges of Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands.
Still Recovering From Hurricane Maria, Puerto Rico Braces For Dorian
Wednesday, August 28, 2019
Puerto Rico is under a hurricane watch because Tropical Storm Dorian could strengthen. President Trump has approved a federal emergency declaration, authorizing disaster relief aid.
Puerto Ricans Hold Town Assemblies To Figure Out Next Steps Following Rosselló's Exit
Thursday, August 22, 2019
After Puerto Rico Gov. Ricardo Rosselló left office, the protesters who forced him out are trying figure out what's next. They're organizing "people's assemblies" on town squares across the island.
News Brief: Gun Control, ICE Raids In Mississippi, New Puerto Rico Governor
Thursday, August 08, 2019
Immigration agents arrested approximately 680 people in workplace raids in Mississippi Wednesday. Also, Puerto Rico has a new governor and an update on gun control proposals.
Puerto Rico Gets Another New Governor
Thursday, August 08, 2019
Puerto Rico has its third governor in the space of a week after Justice Secretary Wanda Vázquez was sworn in Wednesday.
Puerto Rico Supreme Court Says Gov. Pedro Pierluisi Must Resign
Wednesday, August 07, 2019
Puerto Rico's Supreme Court ruled that Gov. Pedro Pierluisi took office last Friday in violation of the Commonwealth's constitution. The unanimous ruling calls for him to vacate the governorship.
Puerto Rico's Governor Crisis
Wednesday, August 07, 2019
Puerto Rico's Supreme Court may force the island's newly installed governor to step down less than a week after being sworn in.
Puerto Rico Waits For Gov. Ricardo Rosselló's Promised Resignation
Friday, August 02, 2019
Political tumult is the order of the day in Puerto Rico. Gov. Ricardo Rosselló has promised to resign Friday but it remains unclear who will succeed him.
Puerto Rico Continue Protests Ahead Of Expected Address From Gov. Ricardo Rosselló
Thursday, July 25, 2019
Thousands of protesters gathered in the streets of San Juan Wednesday night waiting for a promised address from Gov. Ricardo Rosselló. The governor has been facing calls to resign.
Governor Of Puerto Rico Yields To Public Outcry And Resigns
Thursday, July 25, 2019
Ricardo Rosselló will resign the office effective Aug. 2. He made the announcement in a recorded address posted online, as thousands of protesters packed the streets outside his executive residence.
Puerto Rico Gov. Ricardo Rosselló Says He Is Considering Resigning
Wednesday, July 24, 2019
After refusing to resign despite massive street protests, Puerto Rico's Gov. Ricardo Rosselló's associates say he's considering stepping down. If he does, it's not clear who'll replace him.