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Still Here

“I think a place turns when enough ordinary people decide to stay and go on expecting more of it, and the only qualification is willingness. I have come to believe this is the last election in which a turnaround is still available, and I know how that …

Source: Kandit News Group - Indeterminate
Published on Aug 24, 2026

Who Speaks for Puerto Rico in Congress?

The United States is a democracy, but we are also a republic. That means that we do not vote directly for laws. Instead, we vote for representatives, who go to Congress as our legislators and make laws. Their constituents can write to them, call them, or …

Source: PR51st - Neutral
Published on Aug 20, 2026

Puerto Rico is rationing water, but many residents stopped trusting the tap long before the drought

Imagine turning on your kitchen faucet and nothing comes out. Not for an hour, but for two full days. Then the water returns, only to stop again two days later. That is what more than 180,000 customers in San Juan, Puerto Rico, and six nearby …

Source: The Conversation - Neutral
Published on Aug 21, 2026

Congress Acts on Puerto Rico Water Crisis

Puerto Rico is facing a desperate water crisis, with households doing without safe drinking water for days on end. While Puerto Rico, like many other U.S. jurisdictions, is facing drought conditions, problems in Puerto Rico also stem from failing …

Source: Puerto Rico Report - Neutral
Published on Aug 21, 2026

What to Check Before Buying a Coastal Second Home in Puerto Rico in 2026

Buying a coastal second home in Puerto Rico can create a reliable place for family time, remote work, retirement planning, or regular island escapes. It also calls for a more detailed review than a typical primary-residence purchase, especially when the …

Source: Ocean Beach Bulletin - Pending
Published on Aug 18, 2026

Puerto Rico’s Water Crisis Is Also a Debt Crisis

In 1994, Puerto Rico was in the grips of a devastating drought that severely impacted water resources. In response to the lack of reliable access to water that the drought caused for many Puerto Ricans, especially in the densely populated San Juan …

Source: Jacobin - Left-wing
Published on Aug 17, 2026

Puerto Rico’s fragile electric grid gets a battery boost

This story was originally published by Canary Media. It has been edited to conform with Corporate Knights style. The U.S. Department of Energy is backing a major battery project to bolster Puerto Rico’s fragile electric grid – even as the Trump …

Source: Corporate Knights - Left-wing
Published on Aug 16, 2026

Polk County families call for action amid Puerto Rico water crisis

LAKELAND, Fla. — Hundreds of thousands of people in Puerto Rico are facing a growing water crisis as drought conditions take a toll on one of the island’s major reservoirs. No matter the distance, Anna Rivera says the issues affecting Puerto Rico never get …

Source: Spectrum News Tampa - Florida - Pending
Published on Aug 14, 2026

Puerto Rico Water Crisis Prompts 25 Members of Congress to Urge Federal Disaster Declaration

Resident Commissioner Pablo José Hernández and 25 members of Congress are urging Puerto Rico Gov. Jenniffer González-Colón to immediately ask President Donald Trump to declare a major disaster over the island’s ongoing water crisis. In a letter led by …

Source: The Weekly Journal - Indeterminate
Published on Aug 13, 2026

What you need to know about the water crisis in Puerto Rico

[Haz clic aquí para leer esta nota en español] U.S. citizens in San Juan, Puerto Rico, are spending hours waiting for water trucks after water rationing went into effect amid drought on the island archipelago. Puerto Rico Gov. Jenniffer González declared …

Source: Yale Climate Connections - Connecticut - Neutral
Published on Aug 14, 2026

Heinrich, Huffman, Thompson, and Hernandez Want Answers on Puerto Rico’s Water Crisis from Government Watchdog

WASHINGTON – This week, U.S. Senator Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.), Ranking Member of the U.S. Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee, U.S. Representatives Jared Huffman (D-Calif.), Ranking Member of the House Natural Resources Committee, and Bennie …

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Published on Aug 12, 2026

How to Help People Affected by Water Shortage in Puerto Rico

Puerto Rico is facing days without fresh water amid a severe drought. This year, the U.S. territory faced its driest July on record. As of Aug. 4, nearly 70% of the population is estimated to be in drought-affected areas, the U.S. Drought Monitor reported …

Source: TODAY - Center-left
Published on Aug 14, 2026

Drought in Puerto Rico: mass suffering as Trump weaponizes the island against Latin America

Puerto Rican firefighters distribute water to residents of the Luis Llorens Torres public housing complex in San Juan [Photo: @Bomberos_de_PR]Since August 7, more than 180,000 households and businesses in Puerto Rico—roughly half a million people—have been …

Source: World Socialist Web Site - Left-wing
Published on Aug 11, 2026

FEMA says it's providing water trailers to Puerto Rico amid water crisis

The Puerto Rican government is now forcing residents across the island to ration water by cutting off the water supply for 48 hours at a time. (David G. Houser/Getty Images)(NEW YORK) — The Federal Emergency Management Agency said Monday that it’s …

Source: KXEL News - Iowa - Neutral
Published on Aug 10, 2026

FEMA says it’s providing water trailers to Puerto Rico amid water crisis

The Puerto Rican government is now forcing residents across the island to ration water by cutting off the water supply for 48 hours at a time. (David G. Houser/Getty Images) (NEW YORK) — The Federal Emergency Management Agency said Monday that it’s …

Source: 1310 KFKA - Colorado - Neutral
Published on Aug 10, 2026

Governor Announces More Than $513 Million in FEMA Funds to Continue Puerto Rico’s Recovery and Reconstruction

La Fortaleza, Puerto Rico — August 10, 2026 — Governor Jenniffer González Colón today announced that the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has obligated more than $513 million for nine recovery and reconstruction projects across Puerto Rico, …

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Published on Aug 11, 2026

The Water Crisis in Puerto Rico

The current water crisis in Puerto Rico is a drought, with water rationing in San Juan and other towns affecting about 180,000 customers. The Carraízo reservoir has fallen to critical levels, and parts of San Juan have been without running water for as …

Source: PR51st - Neutral
Published on Aug 9, 2026

Puerto Rico rations water due to drought

The US territory is facing major water shortages, which officials say are due to the weather/SCREENGRAB Hundreds of thousands of people are going without running water for two days at a time in Puerto Rico, as authorities in the US territory take …

Source: Star - Neutral
Published on Aug 10, 2026

Puerto Rico Needs More Than Thoughts and Prayers. Where Is Hollywood?

Hey, Hollywood, Boricuas need you. On Friday, more than 180,000 households and businesses across San Juan and six neighboring municipalities woke up to dry faucets. For 48 hours at a stretch, on a rotating schedule with no end date, they will go without …

Source: Variety - Neutral

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Published on March 14, 2025 - 14:56 GMT

Dispatches From the Front Lines of Trump’s War on Democracy

“My generals” running the Pentagon? “My lawyers” running the Department of Justice? “My” main money man and his group of young techies illegally shutting down programs Congress voted to support and fund? What we have here is a hostile takeover of the U. …

Source: Op/Ed
Published on August 27, 2026 - 23:06 GMT

FEMA Gives Residents Opportunity to Review Proposed Flood Map Updates

Posted On: August 27, 2026 The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) opened a 90-day appeal and comment period on Aug. 20 for proposed updates to federal flood maps in several counties, including Volusia. The County is notifying residents of the …

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Published on August 27, 2026 - 21:20 GMT

DHS Report Exposes Biden-Era FEMA Denied Aid to Trump Supporters

Strict actions have been taken after Hurricanes Helene and Milton to ensure all disaster survivors receive equal access to assistance WASHINGTON – The United States Department of Homeland Security (DHS) released the following statement after the DHS Office …

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Published on August 27, 2026 - 21:30 GMT

Shared Article: FEMA Relief: County Officials Urging Residents to Apply

This article was originally published by the Watertown Daily Times. It is reprinted here with permission. JAMES KUCKKAN [email protected] JEFFERSON — The deadline for individual FEMA disaster relief is Monday, Aug. 31, and Jefferson County officials are …

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Published on August 27, 2026 - 19:06 GMT

FEMA Intake Centers Open Aug 28 - Sep 5 for Storm Damage Assistance

Emergency Management & Homeland Security FEMA and the Indiana Department of Homeland Security will begin rapid intake for all Lake County residents who experienced home damage and whose homes were uninsured or underinsured, beginning Friday, August 28 …

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Published on August 26, 2026 - 03:21 GMT

DHS Inspector General Finds FEMA Employees Violated the Law by Skipping Homes of Trump Supporters After Oversight ...

WASHINGTON—House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform Chairman James Comer (R-Ky.) issued the following statement on the report issued by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Office of the Inspector General (OIG) finding FEMA’s disaster …

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Published on August 26, 2026 - 02:24 GMT

DHS Inspector General Finds FEMA Employees Violated the Law by Skipping Homes of Trump Supporters After Oversight ...

WASHINGTON—House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform Chairman James Comer (R-Ky.) issued the following statement on the report issued by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Office of the Inspector General (OIG) finding FEMA’s disaster …

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Published on August 29, 2026 - 00:46 GMT

Heinrich Visits Frijoles Fire Command Center, Meets with Firefighters and Incident Commanders

SANTA FE, N.M. — This week, U.S. Senator Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.), Ranking Member of the U.S. Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee, visited the Frijoles Fire Command Center to receive a briefing on the operations and status of the fire and meet …

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Published on August 28, 2026 - 01:38 GMT

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: HAWAIʻI TO RECEIVE $18.5 MILLION TO FUND GRID RESILIENCE AND HAZARD MITIGATION PROJECTS

STATE OF HAWAIʻI KA MOKU ʻĀINA O HAWAIʻI DEPARTMENT OF BUSINESS, ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AND TOURISM HAWAIʻI STATE ENERGY OFFICE JOSH GREEN, M.D. GOVERNOR KE KIA‘ĀINA JAMES KUNANE TOKIOKA DIRECTOR KA LUNA HOʻOKELE MARK B. GLICK CHIEF ENERGY OFFICER LUNA IKEHU …

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Published on August 30, 2026 - 01:23 GMT

PACKED HOUSE FOR DAVID FLIPPO AND JIM JORDAN IN DOUGLAS COUNTY

Lt. Col. David Flippo, USAF (Ret.) was joined Saturday by Congressman Jim Jordan for a packed campaign event at Sunridge Golf and Recreations in Douglas County. RENO, NV, UNITED STATES, August 29, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Republican nominee …

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Published on August 28, 2026 - 23:05 GMT

NEVER BEFORE SEEN PHOTOS TAKEN BY THE FIRST PHYSICIAN AT GROUND ZERO

NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, August 28, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- He arrived before almost anyone else. As the towers still smoldered and the city reeled in shock, Dr. Emil Chynn — a young physician who had already lived through the 1993 World …

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Published on August 28, 2026 - 19:51 GMT

13,200 Pounds of Rice To Be Distributed to Families in North and South Carolina

Local mosques and community partners join Zakat Foundation of America's effort to ease grocery burden for underserved and refugee families amid rising costs DURHAM, NC, UNITED STATES, August 28, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Zakat Foundation of …

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Published on August 28, 2026 - 19:51 GMT

National WWI Memorial Sculptor Sabin Howard Challenges Americans to Reclaim the Meaning of Liberty

WWI Memorial sculptor Sabin Howard challenges Americans to carry liberty forward as he presents the Grand Liberty Arch for America’s next 250 years. BEAVER CREEK, CO, UNITED STATES, August 28, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Sabin Howard, sculptor of …

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Published on August 28, 2026 - 17:42 GMT

CONGRESSMAN JIM JORDAN TO JOIN DAVID FLIPPO FOR DOUGLAS COUNTY CAMPAIGN RALLY

Congressman Jim Jordan will join Republican congressional nominee Lt. Col. David Flippo, USAF (Ret.) for a campaign rally. CARSON CITY, NV, UNITED STATES, August 28, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- DOUGLAS COUNTY, NV Congressman Jim Jordan will join …

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Published on August 28, 2026 - 12:30 GMT

Media Advisory: Stand Up for Science Hosting 'Empty Chair' Town Hall Near Cleveland on August 31

Public event will connect Stand Up for Science with science advocates and constituents in Max Miller’s OH-7 district to hear their concerns. CLEVELAND, OH, UNITED STATES, August 28, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- On Monday, Stand Up for Science will hold …

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Published on August 28, 2026 - 12:30 GMT

Media Advisory: Stand Up for Science Hosting 'Empty Chair' Town Hall in Columbus on September 1

Public event will connect Stand Up for Science with science advocates and constituents in Mike Carey’s OH-15 district to hear their concerns. COLUMBUS, OH, UNITED STATES, August 28, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- On Tuesday, September 1, Stand Up for …

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Published on August 29, 2026 - 00:10 GMT

President Trump Was Right: America Controls the Strait of Hormuz

U.S. Central Command confirms what Democrats and the Fake News have spent months denying: the United States — not the Islamic Republic of Iran — controls the Strait of Hormuz. American forces are keeping energy moving to the world while denying Tehran the …

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Published on August 28, 2026 - 11:44 GMT

New Voter Education Campaign Launched for People with Mental Health and Addiction Conditions

The campaign, entitled “Nothing About Us Without Our Vote,” includes the release of a Comprehensive Voter Guide for People with Lived Experience. SILVER SPRINGS, MD, UNITED STATES, August 28, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In conjunction with the …

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Published on August 28, 2026 - 23:23 GMT

City of Boston Election Department Issues Reminders Ahead of the Tuesday, September 1, State Primary

The City of Boston Election Department is reminding voters that the State Primary is Tuesday, September 1, 2026. This election will determine the candidates on the ballot in the upcoming State Election on Tuesday, November 3. There are a total of 438,367 …

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Published on August 28, 2026 - 18:36 GMT

Council Calls for Infrastructure Solutions to Protect Local Waterways

Protecting Boston’s waterways requires infrastructure solutions that address combined sewer overflows and their impact on local communities. This week, the Council adopted a resolution opposing the current Draft Updated Combined Sewer Overflow Long-Term …

Distribution channels: U.S. Politics
Published on August 28, 2026 - 18:36 GMT

National Hotel Employee Day

Hotel employees play an important role in welcoming visitors and strengthening communities across Boston. The Council proclaimed August 26, 2026, as National Hotel Employee Day in Boston and recognized the dedication, professionalism, and service of hotel …

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Published on August 28, 2026 - 18:36 GMT

Council Supports Deadly Weapons Collection Program in Boston

The Council is supporting efforts to provide residents with a way to safely dispose of deadly weapons. The Council is urging the City of Boston and Boston Police Department to implement a deadly weapons collection program in response to recent serious …

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Published on August 28, 2026 - 18:36 GMT

National Recovery Month

Recovery Month provides an opportunity to recognize the progress made by those in recovery and raise awareness of substance abuse prevention and treatment. During this week’s Council meeting, the Council adopted a resolution recognizing September 2026 as …

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Published on August 28, 2026 - 18:36 GMT

Council Supports Programs Creating Opportunities for Boston’s Young People

Programs that support children, families, and young adults can help create pathways to stability, education, and opportunity. During this week’s Council meeting, the Council adopted resolutions supporting Head Start and Early Head Start programs in Boston …

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Published on August 28, 2026 - 18:35 GMT

Council Supports Working Group to Address South End Alleyway Challenges

Historic alleyways are an important part of the South End’s built environment, providing access to homes, businesses, utilities, parking areas, and other properties throughout the neighborhood. During this week’s Council meeting, the Council adopted a …

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Published on August 28, 2026 - 18:35 GMT

Council Declares August 22 as Elizabeth Freeman Day

Elizabeth Freeman’s pursuit of freedom became an important part of Massachusetts history and a powerful example of courage, equality, and justice. During this week’s Council meeting, the Council adopted a resolution recognizing and declaring August 22 as …

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Published on August 28, 2026 - 12:38 GMT

Mayor Michelle Wu Announces City’s Preparations for Move-In Period, Welcomes College and University Students to Boston

Mayor Michelle Wu announced the City's preparations and highlighted services as college and university students move in across Boston. Ahead of the annual September move-in period, the City of Boston is sharing information with residents, families and …

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Published on August 27, 2026 - 20:05 GMT

GCRAI and ICAS Call for Meaningful Human Control in Autonomous Weapons Systems

GCRAI AND ICAS DRAW A RED LINE ON AUTONOMOUS LETHAL FORCE - as international leaders renew calls for urgent action on autonomous weapons SACRAMENTO, CA, UNITED STATES, August 27, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Some decisions must never be handed to …

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Published on August 27, 2026 - 17:31 GMT

Before It Was a Cure, It Was a Waste of Money: 'Traces Thursday' Series Presents Case Studies in Scientific Patience

New weekly Substack series explores the long arc of medical breakthroughs, why it takes so long to cure diseases, and why basic science funding can’t wait. WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, August 27, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Today, Stand Up for Science …

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Published on March 14, 2025 - 14:56 GMT

Dispatches From the Front Lines of Trump’s War on Democracy

“My generals” running the Pentagon? “My lawyers” running the Department of Justice? “My” main money man and his group of young techies illegally shutting down programs Congress voted to support and fund? What we have here is a hostile takeover of the U. …

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Published on February 14, 2025 - 08:06 GMT

Use Your Cell Phone Camera to Help Save U.S. Democracy

Along with more than two million others, I subscribe to a daily newsletter written by historian Heather Cox Richardson (https://heathercoxrichardson.substack.com/). Richardson meshes her deep knowledge of history with insightful and valuable …

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