Top Local News Headlines
These are the top local news stories from News is my Business for Friday, May 15, 2026.
Puerto Rico opens nominations for Opportunity Zones
The island will nominate a new round of census tracts for federal Opportunity Zone designation beginning July 1. #NewsismyBusiness
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Read More →Puerto Rico digital media use hits 95% in 2026 study
The SME Digital Trends Study found growing AI adoption, rising social commerce and longer daily mobile use across Puerto Rico. #NewsismyBusiness
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Read More →First BanCorp approves 5M-share incentive plan
Shareholders backed the new equity compensation plan during the company’s annual meeting. #NewsismyBusiness
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Read More →Texas Roadhouse, FirstBank expand at Montehiedra
The new projects at The Outlets at Montehiedra are expected to open in early 2027. #NewsismyBusiness
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Read More →Mujer 360 PR hosts networking event for entrepreneurs
The gathering connected aspiring businesswomen with established entrepreneurs through mentoring and collaboration sessions. #NewsismyBusiness
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Read More →Puerto Rico, Carnival expand accessible tourism push
The initiative brought students with hearing difficulties aboard a Carnival cruise ship visiting San Juan. #NewsismyBusiness
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Read More →$57.4M contract advances Caño Martín Peña dredging
Federal and local funding will support the final construction phase of the long-awaited ecosystem restoration project. #NewsismyBusiness
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Read More →Four Seasons jet tour puts Puerto Rico on luxury map
The Río Grande resort will close out a 20-day global trip in 2028. #NewsismyBusiness
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Read More →Hospitals recover $1.6M through ‘Text to Pay’ pilot
Puerto Rico health care providers are using ImaginationSoft’s automated payment technology to improve collections and cash flow. #NewsismyBusiness
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Read More →Puerto Rico outlines steps to receive tax relief checks
Taxpayers who need to add bank information should use only the SURI portal. #NewsismyBusiness
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Read More →Professional Hospital Guaynabo sues ASES over rates
Hospital claims Vital Plan reimbursement disparities threaten operations and patient access. #NewsismyBusiness
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Read More →Passport revocations could affect 435 in Puerto Rico
ASUME warned that passport holders with child support debts could face travel restrictions under a new federal enforcement phase. #NewsismyBusiness
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Read More →RED Atlas sues Puerto Rico housing contractor
The lawsuit alleges IEM used a $499 RED Atlas subscription while managing relocation work under a $24.4 million Puerto Rico housing contract. #NewsismyBusiness
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Read More →Study finds Puerto Rico mobility rose across generations
A University of Puerto Rico-commissioned survey of 1,000 adults found higher education was the strongest factor tied to upward mobility. #NewsismyBusiness
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Read More →Puerto Rico toll road gains attention for express lanes
A Reason Foundation analysis said PR-22 may be unique among U.S. toll roads using dynamic express lanes. #NewsismyBusiness
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