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Puerto Rico April 17

Puerto Rico hit with massive island-wide blackout ahead of Easter weekend

A massive island-wide blackout hit the U.S. territory of Puerto Rico midday Wednesday as residents were preparing for the Easter weekend.

Crime April 4

CEO allegedly choked fellow cruise ship passenger over dance floor dispute: FBI

First American Financial CEO Kenneth DeGiorgio is facing federal charges after allegedly choking another passenger while on a Virgin Voyages cruise, according to the FBI.

Infectious Disease March 24

Dengue fever cases rising in popular spring break locations, CDC alerts

As spring break continues, the CDC released a warning about rising dengue fever cases among U.S. travelers and in several destinations across the globe. Here's what to know.

Immigration March 21

Puerto Rico no longer safe bet for illegal migrants as Trump crackdown expands to US territory

The U.S. territory of Puerto Rico, once seen as a safe haven for illegal migrants, has seen ICE raids at an increasing pace since President Donald Trump took office.

Puerto Rico January 15, 2025

Puerto Rico governor asks Trump to intervene after Venezuela's Maduro threatened to invade the US territory

Puerto Rico Gov. Jenniffer González-Colón asked President-elect Trump to take action after Venezuela's Nicolás Maduro threatened an invasion.

Puerto Rico December 31, 2024

Power outage leaves most of Puerto Rico in the dark on New Year's Eve

The majority of Puerto Rico was left in the dark on Tuesday after a power outage put a damper on New Year's Eve festivities earlier in the day.

Puerto Rico December 22, 2024

Christmas in Puerto Rico is a 45-day celebration with caroling, festive decorations, family feasts and more

Christmas in Puerto Rico is spent with loved ones singing carols, sitting around the table for a meal and exchanging gifts. There celebrations last from Thanksgiving to mid-January.

Media November 16, 2024

CNN host says liberal media’s ‘constant browbeating’ about Trump is a top reason for his big win

CNN host Michael Smerconish said in a recent interview he believes that the media's "constant browbeating" of Trump supporters was the top reason for the President-elect's victory.

Media November 12, 2024

Trump rally comedian doubles down on Puerto Rico joke after backlash: 'I apologize to absolutely nobody'

The comedian, who delivered a crude joke about Puerto Rico at President-elect Trump's Madison Square Garden rally last month, said he wouldn't apologize for the joke.

Joe Biden November 8, 2024

4 key times Biden undermined Harris' campaign against Trump

President Biden made a series of mistakes and surprising comments while Vice President Kamala Harris worked to win the general election but ultimately failed.

Donald Trump November 6, 2024

Trump makes gains with some Puerto Ricans this election despite controversial 'garbage' joke

Donald Trump carried several Puerto Rican-heavy counties in Florida, despite controversial ‘floating garbage’ joke that critics expected would have a major impact on this demographic's support for Trump.