Puerto Rico's Governor Loses Primary Bid For Full Term
Wanda Vázquez assumed office after the former governor resigned amid protests last summer. But her year in office has been marked by scandal.
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Puerto Rico's Primary Election On Sunday Was Historic — In A Bad Way
The U.S. territory was supposed to hold primary elections on Sunday. But many voting centers did not receive ballots on time, causing chaos — and creating an unprecedented legal conundrum.
Early Census Door Knocking To Expand To Hawaii, Puerto Rico And Other Areas
With around four out of 10 homes nationwide left uncounted, Census Bureau workers are set to start making early in-person visits on July 30 to unresponsive households in more areas of the U.S.
Dear Class Of 2020: Graduation Messages From Frontline Workers
NPR asked essential workers — who normally would not be asked speak at a commencement ceremony — to offer insight forged by the simple act of showing up every day and doing what needs to be done.
The Classist History Behind Bad Bunny's 'Bichiyal'
When Bad Bunny released YHLQMDLG, he coined a new term: "bichiyal." It fuses two Puerto Rican slang words—"bicha" and "yal"—and illustrates reggaeton's complicated relationship with class and women.
Puerto Rico's Internet Voting Plan Threatens Election Security: ACLU
The civil liberties group is urging the U.S. territory's governor to veto a bill that could shift all voting to the Internet by 2028.
Political Unrest In Puerto Rico After Discovery Of Unused Hurricane Aid
Fed up with what they say is rampant corruption, protesters are demanding the resignation of Gov. Wanda Vázquez, who just months ago served as the island's Justice Secretary.
Puerto Rico Relief: Trump Declares Major Disaster After Series Of Earthquakes
Island officials were quick to thank the president for the designation, which makes residents eligible for more financial assistance from FEMA. They were just told aid for 2017 hurricanes is coming.
Months After Blowing Deadline, Trump Administration Lifts Hold On Puerto Rico Aid
HUD says it is releasing more than $8 billion in aid to Puerto Rico aid. The deadline to do so was in September. The aid is for rebuilding after devastating Hurricanes Maria and Irma struck in 2017.
After Quakes, Puerto Rico's Electricity Is Back On For Most, But Uncertainty Remains
Puerto Rico's public utility, PREPA said 99% of its customers' electricity has been restored following last week's 6.4 earthquake. Thousands remain in makeshift camps unsure when they can return home.