Ruerto Rico

Puerto Ricans Vote for Statehood

November 8, 2012, 11:39 pm

On Election Day, Puerto Ricans voted to become the 51st state. While the question has been on the ballot before, this is the first time it received majority support.

Puerto Rico to Vote on State Status

November 5, 2012, 8:14 pm

Puerto Ricans vote Nov. 6 to determine whether or not the United States territory should become the 51st state.

ACLU Slams Puerto Rico Over Routine Police Brutality

June 19, 2012, 11:51 pm

The Puerto Rico Police Department (PRPD)—the second largest police force in the United States—was slammed by the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) in a report released [...]

Museo de Arte de Ponce: A Jewel of the Caribbean

January 30, 2012, 12:35 am

Though Puerto Rico is known as “the jewel of the Caribbean” for its good food, warm weather, and sandy beaches; it is not often thought of as a destination for European fine art.

Puerto Rico Statehood Bill HR 2499 Passes The House

April 29, 2010, 11:42 pm

The House of Representatives on Thursday approved 223 to 169 legislation that would allow Puerto Rico to become a state, if residents approve at the ballot box.

Puerto Rico, A Break From the Cold

January 28, 2010, 12:44 am

White sand beaches, warm water, rain forests, spicy cuisine and a vibrant culture that will have you dancing as well as eating salsa.

Puerto Rico Thrash U.S. at World Baseball Classic

March 15, 2009, 2:17 am

Puerto Rico beat the United States 11-1 in the second round of the World Baseball Classic Saturday.