Sebastián Negrón Reichard resigned as secretary of the Department of Economic Development and Commerce on Tuesday. His departure was accompanied by the resignations of more than 10 senior officials across the agency. By THE STAR STAFF Sebastián Negrón Reichard resigned as secretary of the Department of Economic Development and Commerce (DDEC by its acronym in Spanish) effective at noon Tuesday, a departure accompanied by the resignations of more than 10 senior officials acro

Former General Workers Union President Gerson Guzmán López (Facebook via Puerto Rico Online News) Some 300 labor cases before appeals panel are closed due to lack of action By THE STAR STAFF Former General Workers Union (UGT by its initials in Spanish) President Gerson Guzmán López earlier this week accused the union’s current leadership of “irresponsibility and incompetence” after it was confirmed that more than 300 labor cases filed on behalf of union members were closed fo

Gemillies Lozada Navarro, 25, of Loíza (Instagram via puertoricolaissla) By THE STAR STAFF Police reported on Tuesday that Gemillies Lozada Navarro, 25, a resident of Loíza, was slain after being intercepted on the Román Baldorioty de Castro Expressway -- at Exit 3, heading toward Río Piedras. According to authorities, a call received at the precinct alerted them to gunshots in the area. Upon arriving at the scene, officers found Lozada Navarro shot inside a Hyundai Tucson.

An investigation by the island Senate has revealed that insurance companies owe the Puerto Rico Medical Center in Río Piedras $16 million, Sen. Juan Oscar Morales Rodríguez said. By THE STAR STAFF Sen. Juan Oscar Morales Rodríguez announced Monday that a closed hearing will be held on Senate Resolution 431, which aims to investigate the use of $19.5 billion allocated to the Medicaid Program and the Vital Plan. The investigation has revealed that insurance companies owe the M

The 2nd Annual Community Hurricane Preparedness Fair, to be held in San Juan this Saturday, will offer educational workshops, informational booths, and expert guidance on essential safety protocols before, during and after a storm. By THE STAR STAFF With the Atlantic hurricane season rapidly approaching, local non-profit organization Techos Pa’ Mi Gente (Roofs for My People) has announced it will host its 2nd Annual Community Hurricane Preparedness Fair. The event is designed

Aguas Buena Mayor Karina Nieves Serrano paid tribute to fallen soldiers, recognizing their bravery, dedication and sacrifice in defense of the nation, during Monday’s commemoration of Memorial Day in the eastern-central mountain town. By THE STAR STAFF Aguas Buena Mayor Karina Nieves Serrano paid tribute to fallen soldiers, recognizing their bravery, dedication and sacrifice in defense of the nation, during the commemoration of Memorial Day on Monday. The event, held at the M

Aguadilla Mayor Julio Roldán Concepción said Memorial Day, which honors those who gave their lives in military service, was the best time to announce the recent signing of the Veterans’ Bill of Rights in his municipality. By THE STAR STAFF Aguadilla Mayor Julio Roldán Concepción announced on Monday the official signing of the Aguadilla Veterans’ Bill of Rights. Municipal Ordinance No. 95 makes Aguadilla a pioneer in the island’s western region by establishing expanded protect

Sen. Juan Oscar Morales Rodríguez By THE STAR STAFF San Juan Mayor Miguel Romero Lugo is preparing to file a lawsuit this week in federal court against the Puerto Rico Aqueduct and Sewer Authority (PRASA), as residents and businesses in the capital city face hardship due to a lack of potable water. The information was confirmed by New Progressive Party Sen. Juan Oscar Morales Rodríguez, who recently introduced Senate Resolution 289 to investigate the ongoing water service int

Monday’s Memorial Day ceremony at the Antiguo Casino de Puerto Rico in San Juan featured the solemn presentation of the flags of the United States and Puerto Rico, as well as the POW/MIA flag and the America250 commemorative flag -- part of a national initiative marking 250 years of U.S. history. By THE STAR STAFF The Puerto Rico Convention Center District Authority held a Memorial Day commemorative ceremony on Monday morning at the Antiguo Casino de Puerto Rico in San Juan,

Some 77 dogs, along with 83 cats, were vaccinated against rabies and other diseases during a recent outreach event at the San Francisco de Asís Animal Sanctuary in Cabo Rojo. By THE STAR STAFF Some 83 cats and 77 dogs were vaccinated against rabies and other diseases during an outreach event held late last week at the San Francisco de Asís Animal Sanctuary in Cabo Rojo. Early in the morning, staff from the island House of Representatives, led by Speaker Carlos “Johnny” Méndez