Latest "hurricane maria" stories

'Like school in a third world country’: One year after Hurricane Maria, student vets in Puerto Rico overcome daily struggles

For a tight knit community of student veterans at the Inter American University of Puerto Rico School of Law, classes have started again and life has taken on a new normal. But for many of them, the devastation isn’t done taking its toll.

By Natalie Gross

5 years ago

After hurricanes, Coastie goes off-roading to share supplies in Puerto Rico

AST2 Omar Alba, who was stationed at a Coast Guard base in Puerto Rico, cleared roads and delivered supplies himself.

By Charlsy Panzino

5 years ago

Commentary: Six months after Maria, we can’t forget about the veterans who call Puerto Rico home

A lawmaker and Iraq War veteran on why we must refocus on a veteran community in need.

By Rep. Brad Wenstrup

6 years ago

Troops who responded to hurricanes last year eligible for Humanitarian Service Medal

Service members who responded to locations hit by three major hurricanes last year for disaster relief are eligible for the Humanitarian Service Medal.

By Stephen Losey

6 years ago

Commentary: Airpower brings hope, relief to Puerto Rico

In the midst of chaos and destruction, the Air Force brought help and relief from the sky.

By Maj. Gen. Thomas Sharpy

6 years ago

Three-star: Puerto Rico is on the road to recovery, but still in emergency status

Puerto Rico is on the road to recovery but remains in an emergency situation, Lt. Gen. Jeff Buchanan, the commander of U.S. Army North, said.

By Kyle Rempfer

6 years ago