Loíza’s first territorial plan strengthens the commercial corridor along highway PR-187, promotes a compact, mixed-use urban center, and stipulates that urban growth must be harmonized with the protection of the natural and cultural resources that distinguish the northeastern coastal municipality. By THE STAR STAFF Gov. Jenniffer González Colón on Monday signed the Municipality of Loíza’s first territorial development plan alongside Mayor Julia Nazario Fuentes. “This Plan all

Annette Martínez Orabona, executive director of the ACLU of Puerto Rico (LinkedIn) By THE STAR STAFF The American Civil Liberties Union of Puerto Rico filed a writ of mandamus on Monday on behalf of journalist Carlos Berríos Polanco, demanding that the Puerto Rico Police Bureau release public information regarding Operation Stonegarden. “We are talking about information concerning the use of public funds, coordination with federal agencies, equipment acquisition, and civil ri

Senate President Thomas Rivera Schatz By THE STAR STAFF Senate President Thomas Rivera Schatz said Monday that he is prepared to go “to the fullest extent” to obtain the information requested by the Committee of the Whole from the La Fortaleza Chief of Staff Francisco Domenech Fernández and Treasury Secretary Ángel Pantoja Rodríguez. Domenech had until midnight Monday to provide data from the Lobbyist Registry and information on government contracts, while the Treasury Depart

Speaker of the Puerto Rico House of Representatives Carlos “Johnny” Méndez Nuñez By THE STAR STAFF The island House of Representatives has unanimously approved (46-0) a measure introduced by Speaker Carlos “Johnny” Méndez Nuñez that promotes the development of the local film industry, particularly series, reality shows, game shows, comedy programs and programs aimed at children, thus eliminating the requirement that they have to be scheduled or distributed outside the island

By THE STAR STAFF The House Committee on Recreation and Sports, chaired by Rep. Luis “Josean” Jiménez, on Monday began its evaluation of House Bill 1158, aimed at establishing the “Act for the Protection and Accompaniment of Minors at Sporting Events.” The bill seeks to mandate that any organizer of a sporting event involving a minor must allow free admission for one responsible adult for every participating minor, provided the event takes place at a public facility. During

By THE STAR STAFF A mid a legal dispute between the Medical Services Administration (ASEM) and the company managing the multi-story parking garage at the Puerto Rico Medical Center in Río Piedras, which holds a 40-year contract expiring in two years, questions have arisen about whether the company accurately reports the service’s revenue. ASEM’s executive director, Regino Colón Alsina, stated that the issue came to light after both parties went to court over the construction

Capt. Ariana G. Linse Savino was one of six Air Force members who died on March 12 in an aircraft accident in Iran. (Instagram via prfaadc) By THE STAR STAFF Gov. Jenniffer González Colón on Saturday awarded the Governor’s Medal to Capt. Ariana G. Linse Savino, one of six Air Force members who died on March 12 in an aircraft accident in Iran. The governor also presented the flag of Puerto Rico to the fallen service member’s family. “Today is a sad day; today is a painful day.

Puerto Rico Mayors Federation President and Camuy Mayor Gabriel Hernández Rodríguez Pledges to seek funds for municipalities excluded from current round By THE STAR STAFF Puerto Rico Mayors Federation President Gabriel “Gaby” Hernández Rodríguez on Sunday commended Gov. Jenniffer González Colón for securing the allocation of $94 million earmarked for the rehabilitation and repair of roads in more than 44 municipalities. Furthermore, he pledged to work alongside the central go

An educational event featuring the “Caza Huracanes” (Hurricane Hunter) aircraft drew thousands from various municipalities across Puerto Rico to San Juan on Saturday. The event combined education, prevention, culture, and municipal services into an interactive experience that allowed families and citizens to gain firsthand insight into the processes related to major storms and the critical importance of preparedness.

Rep. Víctor Parés Otero, at back right, said that at the summit meeting “we reached a preliminary agreement, by consensus, to establish a rewards program, a type of discount, so that consumers can purchase gasoline at a reduced price, for example, if they pay in cash. This could result in real relief at the pump.” By THE STAR STAFF Government officials said a consensus is nearing to create a discount program for gasoline purchases at filling stations on the island, following