The outlook attributed to AEMET forecast frost inland and heavy rain around the Mediterranean. The report gives no publication date, so its Wednesday-to-weekend forecast cannot be treated as current.
Six young people have been arrested in Catalonia over alleged efforts to organise or promote looting linked to Blocus. Two adults are in prison without bail; four of the suspects are minors.
An 18-year-old accused of helping organise the 24 October Barcelona looting has been remanded in prison. The Mossos have made four arrests across Catalonia; a separate police deployment on 31 October ended without reported incidents.
Gabriel Rufián’s future as ERC’s lead candidate remains uncertain after party rules blocked his bid to control the electoral list. With critics stepping forward and leadership support uncertain, the party’s internal rifts are now out in the open.
Spain’s weather has shifted overnight, with twelve regions activating rain and storm alerts. Catalonia faces the highest risk, with forecasts of more than 100 litres per square metre in just a few hours. Authorities warn of possible flooding and severe disruption.
The first autopsy pointed to a heart attack. Belén L. is now free on €80,000 bail while the Vielha court examines a possible homicide linked to Josep Juanpere's death in Baqueira.
A Vielha judge has ordered Josep Juanpere's partner to prison, with release possible on bail of 80,000 euros. She faces a homicide investigation after the architect died at his Baqueira home in December.
Lleida's city council has approved a ban on fully covering the face in public spaces. The rule covers the burka and nicab without naming either garment, with fines of up to 750 euros.
Police in Madrid have arrested a woman in connection with the death of architect Josep Juanpere i Miret, who was found dead in Baqueira during the Christmas holidays. The case remains under strict judicial secrecy as investigators look into what happened.
Barcelona heads into Monday with temperatures expected to hit thirty-one degrees. The city will see mostly clear skies, while nearby towns face their own weather shifts. The heat is expected to last through midweek.
Josep Grau Seris, who served as mayor of Mollerussa and as Catalonia’s agriculture minister, has died at 80. Local and regional officials have recognized his decades of public service and the changes he brought to the region.
Barcelona has set a new September heat record with 35.5°C. The city faces an intense heatwave, with authorities on high alert for wildfires and health risks. Several Catalan regions have also surpassed 40°C.
A 42-year-old man was arrested in Segrià after his partner suffered serious injuries in Aitona. The woman remains in intensive care at Hospital Arnau de Vilanova. Authorities activated the gender violence protocol.
A 45 million euro government initiative will create more than 1,500 affordable university residences across Spain. The plan sets maximum rents, including utilities and wifi, to ease the housing crisis for students and academic staff in basic cities.
A juvenile court in Lleida has ordered secure detention for a minor arrested in Balaguer after the violent death of a 26-year-old man. Authorities suspect the victim was stabbed before a late-night car crash.
A minor has been detained in Balaguer, Lleida, in connection with a man's violent death. The arrest follows a car accident in August. Authorities have withheld further details as the investigation continues.
A car overturned on a rural road near Ribera d’Urgellet, Lleida, leaving five people injured. Three are in critical condition. Emergency services deployed helicopters and multiple vehicles to the scene.
José Antonio Rivero Mañé, known as Pepe, has renewed his driving licence at 99, just days before his 100th birthday. The retired engineer from Corbins, Lleida, still drives, reflecting Spain’s approach to age and road safety. The DGT says drivers face no maximum age.
Catalonia has opened its largest solar park in Alcarràs, adding 300 megawatts to the grid. Backed by the regional government, the project has sparked debate among local councils and social groups. Another 100 megawatts are expected to be added soon.
A 26-year-old hiker died after falling down a steep slope in Vall de Boí. Rescue teams reached the remote site by helicopter, and authorities are investigating the circumstances of the incident.
Catalonia’s president has ruled out any budget cuts for wildfire prevention. The government signed a new protocol with provincial leaders to strengthen forest management after a challenging fire season in Girona.
Catalonia has reduced rabbit numbers in Lleida by 68% in one year. Nighttime hunts using thermal imaging and off-road vehicles targeted high-density areas. The region remains on alert as authorities continue intensive measures.
Spain’s driving schools estimate that around 430,000 people who have passed the theory test are waiting for their practical driving exam. Disputes over examiner shortages and estimates of demand have left many aspiring drivers waiting, while regional disparities and new reforms add to the uncertainty.
Catalonia, Aragon and the Balearic Islands face orange-level weather alerts. Intense rain and hail are expected, along with strong winds. Authorities warn of local flooding and dangerous sea conditions.
The Universitat Catalana d’Estiu closed its 58th edition amid sharp criticism of the Catalan government. Organizers cite delayed subsidies and a sense of neglect. The event’s future remains uncertain.
A 34-year-old man was arrested in Lleida after a car accident killed his passenger. Authorities say he drove under the influence and left the scene. The incident has renewed concerns about road safety and legal consequences.
A mass brawl broke out in Lleida between local shopkeepers and suspected thieves. Five people were arrested, including four minors, and police have increased patrols in the affected neighborhoods.
Catalonia is seeing a sharp fall in domestic tourism, with figures returning to levels last recorded after the pandemic. Meanwhile, international arrivals, especially in Barcelona, are rising. The shift is reshaping the region’s tourism economy.
Tens of thousands gathered across Catalonia to witness a rare total solar eclipse. Major roads and train stations were overwhelmed, with authorities activating emergency alerts. The next such event is not expected for over a century.
A body was discovered in Àger, Lleida, where a 56-year-old paraglider went missing. The search intensified after a witness provided new details, and authorities are working to confirm the victim's identity.
Catalonia will restrict truck traffic and deploy 700 police officers for the total solar eclipse. Authorities expect local travel surges and urge the use of public transport. Special trains and parking rules are in place.
Heavy rain and strong winds flooded areas and disrupted transport across Catalonia, bringing down trees. Emergency services handled dozens of incidents, while authorities urged caution near rivers and in flood-prone areas.
Authorities have blocked high-mountain routes near Senet after a wildfire burned 80 hectares. Emergency alerts went to mobile phones as firefighters warned of new risks with storms approaching.
A wildfire in Vilaller, near Aigüestortes National Park, has burned 16 hectares. Firefighters are relying on air support because of the steep terrain, and authorities warn that the emergency could last several days.
Despite €20 million in government support, most Catalan municipalities have yet to update or approve their wildfire emergency plans. The slow progress leaves many areas exposed as extreme heat raises fire risks across the region.
