Pilar Bernabé will run for Valencia mayor as the official socialist candidate. The PSPV-PSOE has also named its candidates in Alicante, Castellón and Elche as it seeks to regain control in basic cities.
Valencia’s new school year opens with more than 800,000 students and nearly 84,000 teachers. Tensions with unions over class sizes and working conditions threaten stability, while authorities insist on gradual reforms despite union demands.
Valencia’s weather network saw record online traffic after catastrophic storms left 231 dead. Volunteers and farmers now rely on real-time data as climate extremes reshape daily life, while authorities turn to local stations for urgent decisions.
Rafael Jódar’s first US Open match was postponed by rain in New York. The Spaniard, now seeded 12th, will play Yunchaokete Bu today. His rapid rise in the ATP rankings has drawn attention across Spain.
Rafa Jódar’s Madrid debut was reshuffled after Thanasi Kokkinakis withdrew with an injury. Chinese player Yunchaokete Bu enters as a 'lucky loser'. Persistent rain continues to disrupt the tournament schedule.
The PSOE group in Alicante City Council has appointed Trini Amorós as its new spokesperson. Ana Barceló will remain deputy spokesperson to ensure continuity. The move signals a shift in strategy ahead of the 2027 elections.
A married couple was found dead beside a jacuzzi at a rented villa in Cullera. Their teenage children discovered the bodies. Authorities are investigating, with early indications pointing to a tragic accident.
A sharp retreat and rapid return of the sea surprised Santa Pola, Alicante. Police closed roads as water reached inland. The event, known as a meteotsunami, differs from earthquake-driven tsunamis.
A La Primitiva ticket validated in Logroño has won a second-category prize of €50,623. Only one other ticket matched this category, in Torrevieja. The basic jackpot went to Villablino, León.
A La Primitiva ticket sold in Logroño won €50,623 in the latest draw. The prize was validated at an outlet on Pérez Galdós street. Another second-category winner was recorded in Torrevieja, Alicante.
Aemet has activated a yellow alert for storms and heavy rain in the Comunitat Valenciana. The warning comes as the region faces unstable weather and hopes for relief in fire-affected areas.
A sudden storm with hurricane-force winds and hail hit Valencia. Roads and railways were blocked, and a church roof collapsed in Alzira. Emergency services responded to more than 50 incidents in La Ribera.
Over 90 municipalities in the Valencian Community recorded nighttime temperatures above 35°C. Dénia reached 39°C, setting a new local record, as meteorological networks reported historic extremes across the region.
Valencia experienced its hottest night on record, with temperatures not dropping below 30.9°C. Castellón also set a new minimum, as the heatwave pushed nighttime temperatures far above previous highs across much of the region.
Aemet has activated orange alerts for storms and hail in Valencia and Alicante. Temperatures are set to fall sharply after record heat, while coastal areas remain under heat warnings.
Laura Olcina, head of ITI, has received Spain’s top new idea award for her leadership and nearly three decades of work. Her approach challenges traditional barriers in the tech sector and points to gaps in digital change.
València faced extreme heat, reaching 42.7°C in the city and more than 44°C nearby. Authorities imposed emergency measures as health risks and wildfires rose across the region.
A joint police operation has broken up a group transporting migrants from Alicante to the French border. Three suspects are in custody. Authorities estimate the network earned around €100,000 from over 20 trips.
Spain's Constitutional Court has kept two disputed provisions of the Valencian coastal law suspended. The decision affects property owners and local authorities, while another provision allowing inventories of coastal settlements is now unblocked.
Disney's live-action 'Enredados' is bringing a surge in economic activity to the Valencian Community. The Generalitat estimates a direct impact of more than €40 million. Alicante's Ciudad de la Luz is at the center of this international production.
A 27-year-old man has died after being assaulted near Playa de San Juan in Alicante. Police have arrested a 22-year-old suspect. The incident occurred early in the morning at a TRAM stop. Authorities are investigating the circumstances.
Spain’s Interior Ministry has sent more police to Ceuta to speed up the expulsion of irregular migrants. The move follows a surge in arrivals and growing concerns over public safety. Additional units will patrol city streets.
Spain is preparing for 5.6 million road journeys this weekend. The DGT is intensifying controls after a deadly spike in accidents, while festivals and the mid-August holiday lead the surge in travel.
A severe storm struck Alcoy, toppling trees and damaging buildings. Winds reached 132 km/h, causing major disruption. Emergency services responded to dozens of incidents. No injuries were reported.
A powerful storm front swept through southern Valencia, bringing winds of up to 176 km/h and intense downpours. Alcoi and Villena recorded exceptional gusts, while hail and flooding affected the area. Emergency crews handled more than 160 incidents in Alicante province.
The Consell initially approved a reorganization that would remove seven judicial family meeting points across Valencia, Alicante and Castellón, but later said existing centers would remain open. The proposal affects more than 2,000 families and drew sharp criticism from the PSPV-PSOE, which warned protection for minors could weaken.
A firework shell veered off course during Castell de l’Olla in Altea, injuring 27 people. Eleven suffered burns and needed hospital care. The event drew thousands to the Alicante coast.
Spain has reinstated border checks for travelers arriving from Italy. Police are now inspecting documents for 5-10% of passengers on selected flights. The move follows Italy’s refusal to lift its own restrictions on Spanish arrivals.
Benidorm’s council has approved a major renovation of its bullring into a cultural hub. Meanwhile, the Generalitat has launched a €50 million international competition to redesign the city’s seafront, while demolition orders for two towers remain unresolved.
John Rocks, one of the UK’s most wanted fugitives, was detained in Madrid after police identified him by his tattoos and height. The arrest followed a complex investigation across several Spanish regions.
A funeral urn containing ashes was discovered in a Benidorm supermarket locker. Police identified the family and returned it to them. A relative had left the urn there for safekeeping during home renovations.
A marble head believed to depict Venus was discovered near Alicante’s Almadraba beach. Dating to the Roman Empire, the find has sparked political debate and questions about its handling.
A funeral urn containing ashes was found in a Benidorm supermarket locker. Local police are searching for the family. If unclaimed, the urn may be moved to the municipal cemetery.
Alicante has introduced a transparent glass recycling container, letting residents see what happens to their bottles. The move targets persistent doubts about waste separation and aims to encourage better recycling habits across the city.
Aemet says the heatwave in the Valencian Community is ending, but unstable weather is expected to bring five days of rain and storms. Temperatures will stabilize, with the final heat alert in place for inland Valencia.
