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Corporations are Privatizing Power in Puerto Rico as Trump Administration Relief Aid Continues to Stumble
A toxic combination of incompetency, greed and vulnerability after Hurricane Maria make the island ripe for a dangerous move toward privatization of major utilities.
Months After Hurricane Maria, Musicians in Puerto Rico Still Need Help
We chatted with PRIMA Fund co-creator Raquel Berrios, whose band Buscabulla is playing a NYC farewell show Wednesday at Elsewhere to benefit the initiative.
Over 22,000 Puerto Rican Students Are Out of School Since Hurricane María
As enrollment shrinks after the storm, 1 in 13 kids across the island won't be back to school.
Vibrant Photos Showcase the Rebirth of Puerto Rico
Photographer and former resident Ruben Natal-San Miguel captures the contrast of beauty and recovery after Hurricane Maria.
Climate Change-Fueled Natural Disasters Made 2017 the Costliest Weather Year Ever
The U.S. suffered 16 weather and climate disasters that each caused losses in excess of $1 billion, but recovery programs are trying to combat this new normal.
Disaster survivors fear a government shutdown will also shut down their aid
They've been fighting for help — and that was before the looming shutdown
The Artists Representing Puerto Rico After Hurricane Maria
Artists occupied an abandoned mall in downtown Miami to showcase their work and highlight the plight of Puerto Rico.
A Deadly Hurricane Can't Stop Puerto Ricans from Partying
While many residents still lack power or running water, the nightlife in San Juan is keeping spirits up.
After Hurricane Maria, Puerto Rico's Three Kings Holiday Symbolizes Its Spirit of Resilience
With the island now over 100 days in darkness, the people plan to celebrate the upcoming holiday in a different way.
It's 2018, and Puerto Rico is Still Dealing With the Fallout from Hurricane Maria
People in Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands attempting to get back on their feet and rebuild their islands should not have to worry about evictions, late fees, negative credit reports or any other financial burdens due to no fault of their own.
Hurricane Maria's devastation follows Puerto Ricans into the New Year
One-third of the island is still without power.
Why it's so hard to get the power back on in Puerto Rico
It has been three months since Hurricane Maria hit Puerto Rico. Why is it so difficult to get power back on in Puerto Rico?