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Jul 16
- Puerto Ricans cheer return of electricity but remain wary
  Puerto Ricans in remote areas are cheering to finally get electricity back nearly a year after Hurricanes Irma and Maria, though they wary of turmoil at power company and state of island's power grid
  
  Jul 16
Jul 2
- Federal program housing nearly 1,800 Puerto Ricans post-Maria coming to an end
  Saturday will mark the final day that nearly 1,800 Puerto Ricans will receive temporary housing assistance from the Federal Emergency Management Agency.
  
  Jul 2
Jul 1
- After court order, FEMA allows Hurricane Maria survivors to stay in hotels 5 additional days
  Puerto Ricans who survived Hurricane Maria can now stay in hotels longer.
  
  Jul 1
Jun 18
- Puerto Rico struggles with jump in asthma cases post-Maria
  Asthma cases are spiking across the U.S. territory of Puerto Rico in the aftermath of Hurricane Maria even as the island struggles to prepare for a new hurricane season
  
  Jun 18
Jun 15
- JetBlue back to full operations in Puerto Rico
  Jet Blue back to full operations in Puerto Rico
  
  Jun 15
Jun 11
- Lin-Manuel Miranda discusses where relief efforts stand in Puerto Rico
  Approximately eight months after Hurricane Maria roared through the island, thousands are still left without power.
  
  Jun 11
Jun 6
- Trump receives 2018 hurricane briefing amid growing Puerto Rico controversy
  The visit comes days after new reports suggested that the actual death toll in Puerto Rico from Maria may be more than 70 times the official estimate.
  
  Jun 6
Jun 2
- Puerto Ricans pay tribute to Hurricane Maria's victims
  Hundreds of shoes were lined up in front of the capital building in San Juan, Puerto Rico to memorialize the loss of life related to Hurricane Maria.
  
  Jun 2
Jun 2
- Residents of Puerto Rico are bracing for a new hurricane
  Many people in the region are still without power and officials are saying it could take another two months before power is fully restored.
  
  Jun 2
May 30
- Puerto Rico death toll from Maria may be 70 times the official estimate, new report suggests
  The government's official death toll currently stands at 64.
  
  May 30
May 26
- Puerto Rico braces for hurricane season, 8 months after Maria
  Eight months after being struck by Hurricane Maria, the island of Puerto Rico is bracing for another hurricane season while still cleaning up and restoring power.
  
  May 26
May 23
- About 14,500 in Puerto Rico still don't have power
  Eight months after Hurricane Maria, 14,500 in Puerto Rico don't have power.
  
  May 23
Apr 19
- Puerto Rico hit by massive power outage
  The blackout knocked out power to all of the island's 1.4 million residents as they continue to struggle to recover from Hurricane Maria.
  
  Apr 19
Apr 19
- Puerto Rico's worst blackout since Maria leaves island residents 'frustrated'
  It could take up to 36 hours for some to get their power back.
  
  Apr 19
Mar 24
- Return to Puerto Rico: How Puerto Ricans continue to struggle 6 months later
  ABC News' "Nightline" returned to Puerto Rico, where Puerto Ricans are struggling to rebuild and recover from the hurricane aftermath.
  
  Mar 24
Mar 21
- Puerto Rico officials reflect on challenges 6 months after Maria
  "Puerto Rico is open ... for tourism," Gov. Ricardo Rossello said.
  
  Mar 21
Mar 20
- Puerto Rico still on the road to recovery post-hurricanes
  Nearly 135,000 Puerto Ricans have relocated to Florida and 100,000 people remain without power in Puerto Rico six months after hurricanes hit the island.
  
  Mar 20
Mar 20
- 6 months after Hurricane Maria, where recovery stands in Puerto Rico
  ABC News' Eva Pilgrim reports live from Puerto Rico, as the island still works to rebuild a half-year after the devastating storm a roared through the area.
  
  Mar 20
Mar 14
- Puerto Rico town gets new bridge 6 months after hurricane washed away old one
  Six months after a devastating storm, a new bridge brings hope to Puerto Rico.
  
  Mar 14
Feb 15
- Nearly all of Puerto Rico could have power restored by next month: Officials
  Up to 95 percent of PR could have its power restored soon, officials said.
  
  Feb 15
Feb 11
- Electricity restored to 75 percent of customers in Puerto Rico: Utility
  Electricity has been restored to 75 percent of customers in Puerto Rico.
  
  Feb 11
Feb 6
- Family displaced by Hurricane Maria given car by son's new teacher
  Roxanne Murillo helped her student's family by giving them her car.
  
  Feb 6
Jan 31
- FEMA to end emergency food and water operations in Puerto Rico
  Hurricane Maria made landfall on Sept. 20.
  
  Jan 31
Jan 23
- Puerto Rico governor announces privatization of state owned power company
  Governor Ricardo Rossello has announced that the embattled Puerto Rico Electric Power Authority will be privatized.
  
  Jan 23
Dec 24
- Nearly a third of Puerto Ricans will be spending Christmas in the dark
  Three months after Hurricane Maria slammed into the island, thousands are still without electricity.
  
  Dec 24
Nov 30
- Puerto Rico's Hurricane Maria death toll rises to 58
  Three new deaths were certified by the U.S. territory's Dept. of Public Safety.
  
  Nov 30
Nov 21
- Whitefish Energy stops work in Puerto Rico over $83M owed
  Only 46.6 percent of the island’s electrical grid is generating power.
  
  Nov 21
Nov 20
- Puerto Rico march in DC protests slow hurricane relief effort
  Washington’s National Mall became a protester's stage for Puerto Rico.
  
  Nov 20
Nov 17
- Following Whitefish controversy, embattled Puerto Rico power authority director resigns
  Gov. Ricardo Rossello recently called Ramos' tenure a "distraction."
  
  Nov 17
Nov 10
- Lin-Manuel Miranda will reprise 'Hamilton' role in Puerto Rico
  Lara Spencer reports the buzziest stories of the day in "GMA" Pop News.
  
  Nov 10
Nov 10
- Puerto Rico still in power crisis
  A line failed that was repaired by Whitefish Energy, a small Montana company in Interior Secretary Ryan Zinke's hometown.
  
  Nov 10
Nov 10
- Texas couple flies family they saw in ABC News report on Puerto Rico to New York
  A woman and her parents were flown from hurricane-damaged Puerto Rico to New York, by a couple who saw their story of strife on the news and wanted to act.
  
  Nov 10
Oct 30
- Puerto Rico cancels $300 million contract with Whitefish Energy
  Plus, former NFL player Daniel Te'o-Nesheim dies at the age of 30.
  
  Oct 30
Oct 29
- Puerto Rico moves to cancel $300M contract with company hired to repair electrical grid
  The contract was given to Whitefish Energy, company based in interior secretary's hometown.
  
  Oct 29
Oct 29
- Puerto Rico utility authority moves to cancel controversial Whitefish power deal after governor's criticisms
  Whitefish deal came under criticism from governor.
  
  Oct 29
Oct 26
- Tesla helps turn power back on in Puerto Rico
  Company provides solar power to children's hospital after Hurricane Maria devastation.
  
  Oct 26
Oct 26
- Struggling Puerto Rico children's hospital gets solar power from Tesla
  The hospital services some 3,000 children across the island.
  
  Oct 26
Oct 15
- Astronaut of Puerto Rican heritage tweets photo of 'beautiful' island from International Space Station
  NASA's Joe Acaba, of Puerto Rican heritage, tweeted the personal moment.
  
  Oct 15
Oct 6
- 'Hamilton' creator releases star-studded song for Puerto Rico: 'I need action and I need people to help my island'
  Miranda collaborated with the likes of Gloria Estefan and Jennifer Lopez.
  
  Oct 6
Oct 6
- Elon Musk: Solar energy is the key to fixing Puerto Rico's power grid
  While not an immediate fix, the Tesla CEO says he has the solution.
  
  Oct 6
Sep 30
- Puerto Rico still in need of aid after Hurricane Maria destruction
  As the American territory continues to lack fuel, power and food, families cross dangerous waters for supplies and some Puerto Rican officials are criticizing the Trump administration's response.
  
  Sep 30
Sep 30
- Flash flooding feared in already hurricane-ravaged Puerto Rico
  The NWS has put out a flash flood warning for the island Saturday.
  
  Sep 30
Sep 29
- Puerto Rico in a race against time
  Nine days after Hurricane Maria, families struggle to receive goods as they trek through debris around the isolated town of Morovis.
  
  Sep 29
Jun 13
- What's next for Puerto Rico after vote for US statehood
  Experts doubt that much, if anything, will change.
  
  Jun 13
Jun 12
- Puerto Rico upholds statehood demand in vote
  U.S. statehood opponents say low voter turnout should invalidate the results.
  
  Jun 12
Apr 28
- What Puerto Rico Needs From Congress Ahead of May 1 Debt Deadline
  The territory probably won't get it, though.
  
  Apr 28

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Puerto Ricans cheer return of electricity but remain wary Puerto Ricans in remote areas are cheering to finally get electricity back nearly a year after Hurricanes Irma and Maria, though they wary of turmoil at power company and state of island's power grid Jul 16

Federal program housing nearly 1,800 Puerto Ricans post-Maria coming to an end Saturday will mark the final day that nearly 1,800 Puerto Ricans will receive temporary housing assistance from the Federal Emergency Management Agency. Jul 2

After court order, FEMA allows Hurricane Maria survivors to stay in hotels 5 additional days Puerto Ricans who survived Hurricane Maria can now stay in hotels longer. Jul 1

Puerto Rico struggles with jump in asthma cases post-Maria Asthma cases are spiking across the U.S. territory of Puerto Rico in the aftermath of Hurricane Maria even as the island struggles to prepare for a new hurricane season Jun 18

JetBlue back to full operations in Puerto Rico Jet Blue back to full operations in Puerto Rico Jun 15

Lin-Manuel Miranda discusses where relief efforts stand in Puerto Rico Approximately eight months after Hurricane Maria roared through the island, thousands are still left without power. Jun 11

Trump receives 2018 hurricane briefing amid growing Puerto Rico controversy The visit comes days after new reports suggested that the actual death toll in Puerto Rico from Maria may be more than 70 times the official estimate. Jun 6

Puerto Ricans pay tribute to Hurricane Maria's victims Hundreds of shoes were lined up in front of the capital building in San Juan, Puerto Rico to memorialize the loss of life related to Hurricane Maria. Jun 2

Residents of Puerto Rico are bracing for a new hurricane Many people in the region are still without power and officials are saying it could take another two months before power is fully restored. Jun 2

Puerto Rico death toll from Maria may be 70 times the official estimate, new report suggests The government's official death toll currently stands at 64. May 30

Puerto Rico braces for hurricane season, 8 months after Maria Eight months after being struck by Hurricane Maria, the island of Puerto Rico is bracing for another hurricane season while still cleaning up and restoring power. May 26

About 14,500 in Puerto Rico still don't have power Eight months after Hurricane Maria, 14,500 in Puerto Rico don't have power. May 23

Puerto Rico hit by massive power outage The blackout knocked out power to all of the island's 1.4 million residents as they continue to struggle to recover from Hurricane Maria. Apr 19

Puerto Rico's worst blackout since Maria leaves island residents 'frustrated' It could take up to 36 hours for some to get their power back. Apr 19

Return to Puerto Rico: How Puerto Ricans continue to struggle 6 months later ABC News' "Nightline" returned to Puerto Rico, where Puerto Ricans are struggling to rebuild and recover from the hurricane aftermath. Mar 24

Puerto Rico officials reflect on challenges 6 months after Maria "Puerto Rico is open ... for tourism," Gov. Ricardo Rossello said. Mar 21

Puerto Rico still on the road to recovery post-hurricanes Nearly 135,000 Puerto Ricans have relocated to Florida and 100,000 people remain without power in Puerto Rico six months after hurricanes hit the island. Mar 20

6 months after Hurricane Maria, where recovery stands in Puerto Rico ABC News' Eva Pilgrim reports live from Puerto Rico, as the island still works to rebuild a half-year after the devastating storm a roared through the area. Mar 20

Puerto Rico town gets new bridge 6 months after hurricane washed away old one Six months after a devastating storm, a new bridge brings hope to Puerto Rico. Mar 14

Nearly all of Puerto Rico could have power restored by next month: Officials Up to 95 percent of PR could have its power restored soon, officials said. Feb 15

Electricity restored to 75 percent of customers in Puerto Rico: Utility Electricity has been restored to 75 percent of customers in Puerto Rico. Feb 11

Family displaced by Hurricane Maria given car by son's new teacher Roxanne Murillo helped her student's family by giving them her car. Feb 6

FEMA to end emergency food and water operations in Puerto Rico Hurricane Maria made landfall on Sept. 20. Jan 31

Puerto Rico governor announces privatization of state owned power company Governor Ricardo Rossello has announced that the embattled Puerto Rico Electric Power Authority will be privatized. Jan 23

Nearly a third of Puerto Ricans will be spending Christmas in the dark Three months after Hurricane Maria slammed into the island, thousands are still without electricity. Dec 24

Puerto Rico's Hurricane Maria death toll rises to 58 Three new deaths were certified by the U.S. territory's Dept. of Public Safety. Nov 30

Whitefish Energy stops work in Puerto Rico over $83M owed Only 46.6 percent of the island’s electrical grid is generating power. Nov 21

Puerto Rico march in DC protests slow hurricane relief effort Washington’s National Mall became a protester's stage for Puerto Rico. Nov 20

Following Whitefish controversy, embattled Puerto Rico power authority director resigns Gov. Ricardo Rossello recently called Ramos' tenure a "distraction." Nov 17

Lin-Manuel Miranda will reprise 'Hamilton' role in Puerto Rico Lara Spencer reports the buzziest stories of the day in "GMA" Pop News. Nov 10

Puerto Rico still in power crisis A line failed that was repaired by Whitefish Energy, a small Montana company in Interior Secretary Ryan Zinke's hometown. Nov 10

Texas couple flies family they saw in ABC News report on Puerto Rico to New York A woman and her parents were flown from hurricane-damaged Puerto Rico to New York, by a couple who saw their story of strife on the news and wanted to act. Nov 10

Puerto Rico cancels $300 million contract with Whitefish Energy Plus, former NFL player Daniel Te'o-Nesheim dies at the age of 30. Oct 30

Puerto Rico moves to cancel $300M contract with company hired to repair electrical grid The contract was given to Whitefish Energy, company based in interior secretary's hometown. Oct 29

Puerto Rico utility authority moves to cancel controversial Whitefish power deal after governor's criticisms Whitefish deal came under criticism from governor. Oct 29

Tesla helps turn power back on in Puerto Rico Company provides solar power to children's hospital after Hurricane Maria devastation. Oct 26

Struggling Puerto Rico children's hospital gets solar power from Tesla The hospital services some 3,000 children across the island. Oct 26

Astronaut of Puerto Rican heritage tweets photo of 'beautiful' island from International Space Station NASA's Joe Acaba, of Puerto Rican heritage, tweeted the personal moment. Oct 15

'Hamilton' creator releases star-studded song for Puerto Rico: 'I need action and I need people to help my island' Miranda collaborated with the likes of Gloria Estefan and Jennifer Lopez. Oct 6

Elon Musk: Solar energy is the key to fixing Puerto Rico's power grid While not an immediate fix, the Tesla CEO says he has the solution. Oct 6

Puerto Rico still in need of aid after Hurricane Maria destruction As the American territory continues to lack fuel, power and food, families cross dangerous waters for supplies and some Puerto Rican officials are criticizing the Trump administration's response. Sep 30

Flash flooding feared in already hurricane-ravaged Puerto Rico The NWS has put out a flash flood warning for the island Saturday. Sep 30

Puerto Rico in a race against time Nine days after Hurricane Maria, families struggle to receive goods as they trek through debris around the isolated town of Morovis. Sep 29

What's next for Puerto Rico after vote for US statehood Experts doubt that much, if anything, will change. Jun 13

Puerto Rico upholds statehood demand in vote U.S. statehood opponents say low voter turnout should invalidate the results. Jun 12

What Puerto Rico Needs From Congress Ahead of May 1 Debt Deadline The territory probably won't get it, though. Apr 28

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Puerto Rico
Add Interest

Follow the latest Puerto Rico news, videos, and analysis from ABC News.

Puerto Ricans cheer return of electricity but remain wary
Puerto Ricans in remote areas are cheering to finally get electricity back nearly a year after Hurricanes Irma and Maria, though they wary of turmoil at power company and state of island's power grid

Jul 16

Federal program housing nearly 1,800 Puerto Ricans post-Maria coming to an end
Saturday will mark the final day that nearly 1,800 Puerto Ricans will receive temporary housing assistance from the Federal Emergency Management Agency.

Jul 2

After court order, FEMA allows Hurricane Maria survivors to stay in hotels 5 additional days
Puerto Ricans who survived Hurricane Maria can now stay in hotels longer.

Jul 1

Puerto Rico struggles with jump in asthma cases post-Maria
Asthma cases are spiking across the U.S. territory of Puerto Rico in the aftermath of Hurricane Maria even as the island struggles to prepare for a new hurricane season

Jun 18

JetBlue back to full operations in Puerto Rico
Jet Blue back to full operations in Puerto Rico

Jun 15

Lin-Manuel Miranda discusses where relief efforts stand in Puerto Rico
Approximately eight months after Hurricane Maria roared through the island, thousands are still left without power.

Jun 11

Trump receives 2018 hurricane briefing amid growing Puerto Rico controversy
The visit comes days after new reports suggested that the actual death toll in Puerto Rico from Maria may be more than 70 times the official estimate.

Jun 6

Puerto Ricans pay tribute to Hurricane Maria's victims
Hundreds of shoes were lined up in front of the capital building in San Juan, Puerto Rico to memorialize the loss of life related to Hurricane Maria.

Jun 2

Residents of Puerto Rico are bracing for a new hurricane
Many people in the region are still without power and officials are saying it could take another two months before power is fully restored.

Jun 2

Puerto Rico death toll from Maria may be 70 times the official estimate, new report suggests
The government's official death toll currently stands at 64.

May 30

Puerto Rico braces for hurricane season, 8 months after Maria
Eight months after being struck by Hurricane Maria, the island of Puerto Rico is bracing for another hurricane season while still cleaning up and restoring power.

May 26

About 14,500 in Puerto Rico still don't have power
Eight months after Hurricane Maria, 14,500 in Puerto Rico don't have power.

May 23

Puerto Rico hit by massive power outage
The blackout knocked out power to all of the island's 1.4 million residents as they continue to struggle to recover from Hurricane Maria.

Apr 19

Puerto Rico's worst blackout since Maria leaves island residents 'frustrated'
It could take up to 36 hours for some to get their power back.

Apr 19

Return to Puerto Rico: How Puerto Ricans continue to struggle 6 months later
ABC News' "Nightline" returned to Puerto Rico, where Puerto Ricans are struggling to rebuild and recover from the hurricane aftermath.

Mar 24

Puerto Rico officials reflect on challenges 6 months after Maria
"Puerto Rico is open ... for tourism," Gov. Ricardo Rossello said.

Mar 21

Puerto Rico still on the road to recovery post-hurricanes
Nearly 135,000 Puerto Ricans have relocated to Florida and 100,000 people remain without power in Puerto Rico six months after hurricanes hit the island.

Mar 20

6 months after Hurricane Maria, where recovery stands in Puerto Rico
ABC News' Eva Pilgrim reports live from Puerto Rico, as the island still works to rebuild a half-year after the devastating storm a roared through the area.

Mar 20

Puerto Rico town gets new bridge 6 months after hurricane washed away old one
Six months after a devastating storm, a new bridge brings hope to Puerto Rico.

Mar 14

Nearly all of Puerto Rico could have power restored by next month: Officials
Up to 95 percent of PR could have its power restored soon, officials said.

Feb 15

Electricity restored to 75 percent of customers in Puerto Rico: Utility
Electricity has been restored to 75 percent of customers in Puerto Rico.

Feb 11

Family displaced by Hurricane Maria given car by son's new teacher
Roxanne Murillo helped her student's family by giving them her car.

Feb 6

FEMA to end emergency food and water operations in Puerto Rico
Hurricane Maria made landfall on Sept. 20.

Jan 31

Puerto Rico governor announces privatization of state owned power company
Governor Ricardo Rossello has announced that the embattled Puerto Rico Electric Power Authority will be privatized.

Jan 23

Nearly a third of Puerto Ricans will be spending Christmas in the dark
Three months after Hurricane Maria slammed into the island, thousands are still without electricity.

Dec 24

Puerto Rico's Hurricane Maria death toll rises to 58
Three new deaths were certified by the U.S. territory's Dept. of Public Safety.

Nov 30

Whitefish Energy stops work in Puerto Rico over $83M owed
Only 46.6 percent of the island’s electrical grid is generating power.

Nov 21

Puerto Rico march in DC protests slow hurricane relief effort
Washington’s National Mall became a protester's stage for Puerto Rico.

Nov 20

Following Whitefish controversy, embattled Puerto Rico power authority director resigns
Gov. Ricardo Rossello recently called Ramos' tenure a "distraction."

Nov 17

Lin-Manuel Miranda will reprise 'Hamilton' role in Puerto Rico
Lara Spencer reports the buzziest stories of the day in "GMA" Pop News.

Nov 10

Puerto Rico still in power crisis
A line failed that was repaired by Whitefish Energy, a small Montana company in Interior Secretary Ryan Zinke's hometown.

Nov 10

Texas couple flies family they saw in ABC News report on Puerto Rico to New York
A woman and her parents were flown from hurricane-damaged Puerto Rico to New York, by a couple who saw their story of strife on the news and wanted to act.

Nov 10

Puerto Rico cancels $300 million contract with Whitefish Energy
Plus, former NFL player Daniel Te'o-Nesheim dies at the age of 30.

Oct 30

Puerto Rico moves to cancel $300M contract with company hired to repair electrical grid
The contract was given to Whitefish Energy, company based in interior secretary's hometown.

Oct 29

Puerto Rico utility authority moves to cancel controversial Whitefish power deal after governor's criticisms
Whitefish deal came under criticism from governor.

Oct 29

Tesla helps turn power back on in Puerto Rico
Company provides solar power to children's hospital after Hurricane Maria devastation.

Oct 26

Struggling Puerto Rico children's hospital gets solar power from Tesla
The hospital services some 3,000 children across the island.

Oct 26

Astronaut of Puerto Rican heritage tweets photo of 'beautiful' island from International Space Station
NASA's Joe Acaba, of Puerto Rican heritage, tweeted the personal moment.

Oct 15

'Hamilton' creator releases star-studded song for Puerto Rico: 'I need action and I need people to help my island'
Miranda collaborated with the likes of Gloria Estefan and Jennifer Lopez.

Oct 6

Elon Musk: Solar energy is the key to fixing Puerto Rico's power grid
While not an immediate fix, the Tesla CEO says he has the solution.

Oct 6

Puerto Rico still in need of aid after Hurricane Maria destruction
As the American territory continues to lack fuel, power and food, families cross dangerous waters for supplies and some Puerto Rican officials are criticizing the Trump administration's response.

Sep 30

Flash flooding feared in already hurricane-ravaged Puerto Rico
The NWS has put out a flash flood warning for the island Saturday.

Sep 30

Puerto Rico in a race against time
Nine days after Hurricane Maria, families struggle to receive goods as they trek through debris around the isolated town of Morovis.

Sep 29

What's next for Puerto Rico after vote for US statehood
Experts doubt that much, if anything, will change.

Jun 13

Puerto Rico upholds statehood demand in vote
U.S. statehood opponents say low voter turnout should invalidate the results.

Jun 12

What Puerto Rico Needs From Congress Ahead of May 1 Debt Deadline
The territory probably won't get it, though.

Apr 28