Among the measures signed into law by Gov. Jenniffer González Colón was Senate Bill 504, which amends Puerto Rico’s Civil Code to clarify that a human being in gestation, or nasciturus, is considered a natural person from any stage of conception within the mother’s womb. By THE STAR STAFF Gov. Jenniffer González Colón announced Sunday afternoon that she has signed several legislative measures into law, including bills that impact civil rights, public-private partnerships and

Gloria Vázquez, executive director of Casa de la Bondad, a shelter for victims of domestic violence By THE STAR STAFF Christmas, when episodes of domestic violence tend to increase due to alcohol consumption and tensions between partners, can be a time for women who suffer abuse to give themselves and their children the gift of peace by making the momentous decision to protect their lives in a shelter for survivors of violence, said Gloria Vázquez, executive director of Casa

By THE STAR STAFF Gov. Jenniffer González Colón has enacted several legislative measures aimed at reinforcing the protection system for survivors of domestic violence across multiple scenarios. The new laws introduce mandatory electronic monitoring, require courts to provide action plans when issuing protective orders, and establish a security protocol for emergency shelters. The initiatives seek to harmonize judicial and operational tools that previously operated in isolatio

During the forbearance period, New Fortress Energy expects to continue to advance the completion of its restructuring with the company’s stakeholders. (Facebook via New Fortress Energy) By THE STAR STAFF New Fortress Energy (NFE), the parent company of Genera PR, the operator of the Puerto Rico Electric Power Authority’s power plants, has extended its forbearance agreement with representatives of the holders of its new senior secured notes due 2029 from Monday of this week (D

Gov. Jenniffer González Colón announced a new approach to public communications this week: assigning spokespersons based on their areas of expertise. (Facebook via Jenniffer González Colón) By THE STAR STAFF Gov. Jenniffer González Colón has unveiled a series of appointments to her advisory team and communications staff at La Fortaleza, including the creation of a structure with multiple spokespersons dedicated to specific policy areas. Following the nomination of former Publ

Labor and Human Resources Secretary María del Pilar Vélez Casanova By THE STAR STAFF Puerto Rico’s unemployment rate went slightly up in October compared to the same period last year, according to the latest findings from the Department of Labor and Human Resources (DTRH by its initials in Spanish) Worker Group Survey. The seasonally adjusted unemployment rate stood at 5.7%, unchanged from September and slightly higher than the 5.4% recorded in October 2024. DTRH Secretary Ma

La Fortaleza Chief of Staff Francisco Domenech, at lectern, said that even with the proposed schedule, the Puerto Rico government intends to act more swiftly. By THE STAR STAFF La Fortaleza Chief of Staff Francisco Domenech clarified on Thursday that the calendar for addressing LUMA Energy’s requests to transfer the lawsuits filed by the island government to annul the supplementary contract to federal court is a proposal presented by the Puerto Rico government itself and not

From left, mosaic artist Roberto Biaggi, San Juan Mayor Miguel Romero Lugo and urban music pioneer Vico C. The municipal initiative, the mayor said, combines the beautification of public spaces with the recognition of figures whose careers have significantly shaped Puerto Rico’s cultural identity. Calle del Tren is renamed after pioneering rapper By THE STAR STAFF San Juan Mayor Miguel Romero Lugo announced Thursday the unveiling of a mosaic honoring noted urban musical artis