Luis López, a young breeder from Castellón, died suddenly while searching for his escaped fighting cattle in Gátova, Valencia. His death shocked the local livestock community. Some animals had not been recovered by the time he died.
Valencia’s new budget introduces strict residency requirements for public housing. Military associations warn the rules could exclude highly mobile workers. The changes follow a PP-Vox deal and raise concerns about discrimination.
Óscar López, Minister for Digital Change and Public Function, said in Alicante that Óscar Puente could lead any electoral list. His comments followed questions about Puente's family ties to the province and its political weight.
Alicante’s Local Commerce Council has approved a major update to market regulations. The reform aims to balance traditional trade and hospitality but has raised concerns among vendors. The final decision is expected in September.
A large-scale arms trafficking ring operating from a Catalan prison has been dismantled. An inmate led the group, which involved his family and sold weapons and explosives across Spain and France. Police arrested nine people and seized 45 firearms.
Les Corts Valencianes have approved a €33.3 billion budget that introduces Vox’s national priority principle. The PP accepted the measure, drawing accusations of discrimination and a looming constitutional challenge.
Spain faces its hottest day of the summer as AEMET issues a red alert for Murcia and Comunidad Valenciana. Temperatures are set to soar, with storms and calima adding to the risk. Relief is expected by the weekend.
Ruth Merino, former spokesperson for the Generalitat Valenciana, told a judge she only realized the scale of the deadly dana after watching TV reports. The court is investigating the regional government’s response to the disaster.
A rare heat burst struck Elda and Petrer, damaging property and prompting around ten fire brigade interventions. Hail and storms also hit Banyeres de Mariola and Ibi, reflecting continued weather instability in Alicante.
Dragonbot, an autonomous robot developed in Valencia, can identify and harvest pitayas at peak ripeness, leaving unripe fruit untouched. Its precision could cut waste and improve fruit quality for growers, offering a new advance in smart farming.
A Valencia court has ordered Vicent Mascarell, PSPV-PSOE’s Organization Secretary, to stand trial for alleged defamation against the Partido Popular. The case follows accusations over a 2025 attack on the party’s headquarters.
A Valencia court has charged 14 people, including a senior Army officer, over alleged inflated costs in Guardia Civil barracks contracts. The case points to systematic irregularities and possible personal enrichment.
The Superior Court of Valencia has overturned the PP-led government’s freeze on more than €60 million in school investments. The ruling clears the way for several municipalities to resume long-delayed education projects, while the government has appealed.
A retired man from Valencia will not have to repay more than €20,000 in unemployment subsidies after a court found the error was solely administrative. The ruling highlights limits on state recovery claims when recipients act transparently and in good faith.
The Superior Court of Valencia has confirmed a 28-year prison sentence for a young man convicted of murdering a retired canon. The court rejected all the defense’s arguments, including claims of procedural violations. The ruling is not yet final.
Political tensions are mounting in Valencia as opposition parties demand full disclosure of President Juanfran Pérez Llorca’s World Cup trip expenses. The PP says no public funds were used, while the Football Federation confirms it provided the costly ticket.
AEMET has activated weather warnings in southeast Spain as storms bring hail and damaging winds. Temperatures are set to reach 45°C in several provinces. Authorities warn of localised downbursts and high fire risk.
The catastrophic flood in Valencia on October 29, 2024, left 231 people dead. Testimony from Salomé Pradas’s driver has highlighted confusion and delayed alerts, as authorities’ crisis management comes under judicial review.
Paula Nuévalos, a 27-year-old mechanical engineer, left a traditional career to manage her own organic vineyard and almond farm in Utiel-Requena. She values the autonomy and flexibility of self-employment, even as agricultural incomes remain unpredictable and the sector struggles to attract young talent.
Mercadona will open selected supermarkets this Sunday in coastal towns across Valencia, Alicante, and Castellón. Stores will operate only from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The measure targets high-traffic tourist areas during the summer season.
Belle and Sebastian performed their classic album "If You’re Feeling Sinister" in Valencia, drawing a large crowd at the FAR concert series. Xoel López also performed, underscoring the band’s enduring appeal.
Plans to demolish Mestalla stadium have ignited debate across Valencia. Residents and observers warn that losing landmarks like it erodes the city's collective memory. The dispute raises deeper questions about urban development.
More than 140,000 people joined one of Barcelona’s largest Pride parades. Political figures and performers took part as the city’s LGTBI+ community celebrated openly despite high temperatures.
Las Tartas de Julita is opening a new 140-square-meter shop in Alicante’s Calle de las Setas, where visitors can watch cheesecakes being made live. The launch event will offer free slices and special prices, with music planned as the brand returns to its roots.
A major police operation in Orihuela has led to 60 arrests over document forgery. Migrant workers used fake papers to secure agricultural jobs, while authorities suspect company and locutorio staff were involved.
A man who rode his motorcycle into a street closed for a pilgrimage in Monforte del Cid has been sentenced to six months in prison. The court upheld the penalty after he refused a police drug test. The case shows how traffic and safety laws are enforced at public events.
A 21-year-old faces a €3,000 fine for insulting Carlos Mazón online. Prosecutors consider the posts a criminal offense against a public authority. The case follows public anger after the deadly 2024 floods in Valencia.
Three individuals are being investigated for their alleged involvement in recent wildfires in Castellón. The Guardia Civil warns of severe penalties and urges caution as summer heat increases fire danger.
Valencia authorities have signed a protocol to rebuild La Torre after the 2024 floods. The plan includes 1,206 public housing units and new public facilities. Higher safety standards and faster procedures are basic features.
Catarroja’s mayor warns that slow bureaucracy could delay full recovery from the 2024 floods for over a decade. Despite major government funding, only 1% of recovery projects have been executed. Basic public works remain stalled.
A senior Valencian official confirmed in court he was alerted to the red weather warning via WhatsApp* (принадлежит Metа, которая признана экстремистской организацией и запрещена в РФ). The testimony highlights gaps in the emergency response during the deadly October 2024 floods. Basic decisions and missed warnings are now under judicial scrutiny.
Sagunto has removed more than 1,400 uninsured vehicles and processed 407 permanent deregistrations, freeing thousands of parking spaces. The city’s coordinated effort aims to improve road safety and reclaim urban space for residents.
Spain faces red heat alerts as maximum temperatures rise across the Mediterranean, the archipelagos and the southwest. The sharpest increases are expected along the coasts of the Valencian Community and Catalonia, while weather remains stable elsewhere.
Spain's meteorological agency has declared a red alert in Valencia, warning of rare thermal bursts amid extreme heat and dry storms. Authorities also warn of intense winds and hazardous conditions.
A basic witness in the Catarroja flood case told the judge the Es-Alert reached phones when water was already three meters high. The timing of the alert is now central to the investigation into the deadly October 2024 disaster.
