Consumers of Spanish-language television across the U.S. that use The Roku Channel can now enjoy a wide swath of programming produced and distributed by NBCUniversal Local’s Telemundo Station Group in Puerto Rico. It marks the first availability of “Telemundo Puerto Rico” — WKAQ-2 in San Juan — in the mainland U.S.
For those from Orlando to New York, access to Telemundo Puerto Rico as a free ad-supported streaming TV (FAST) channel delivers WKAQ’s original entertainment and news programming. Additional streaming services and connected TV platforms are forthcoming.
“WKAQ has a tremendous legacy serving the residents of Puerto Rico with content that celebrates and connects their communities, so we are very pleased to extend their reach to those with Puerto Rican heritage and other Spanish-speaking audiences in the U.S.,” said Valari Staab, Chair of NBCU Local. “This channel showcases the great work of our talented local production teams and dedicated journalists in San Juan.”
The new 24/7 Spanish-language streaming channel features the entire lineup of original entertainment and news content produced by WKAQ-2, with the streaming channel providing a simulcast and encore presentations of WKAQ’s programs.
“WKAQ’s iconic content has connected, informed and entertained the Puerto Rican community for generations, making it an indelible part of the island’s culture and history,” said Hispanic media veteran José Cancela, President of Telemundo Station Group. “The launch of this free streaming channel now allows Telemundo Puerto Rico’s robust, entertainment-centric lineup and storied journalism to engage audiences in new ways and in new places across the U.S.”
Telemundo Puerto Rico Streaming Channel Programming Highlights:
· Pegaos en la Mañana – Morning simulcast with Radio Isla, hosted by veteran journalist Milly Méndez, offering breaking news, interviews and conversations.
· Hoy Día Puerto Rico – Lively morning show offering news, lifestyle content, interviews and human-interest stories with a distinctly Puerto Rican perspective
· Alexandra a las 12 – A daytime variety and entertainment show, led by Alexandra Fuentes, featuring celebrity interviews, lifestyle segments, and comedy.
· Día a Día – A three-hour daily news, information, and variety show that blends current events, community stories, and engaging lifestyle content.
· Primera Pregunta – Weekday political interview program featuring in-depth conversations with key Puerto Rican newsmakers, politicians and leaders.
· Telenoticias – The award-winning, longest-running newscast delivers extensive news coverage and investigative reporting daily.
· Rayos X – One-hour weekly investigative and advocacy journalism program focused on accountability reporting and in-depth investigations.
· Puerto Rico Gana – Family game show hosted by Alex DJ celebrating Puerto Rican culture with fun competition, prizes and audience participation.
· Raymond y sus Amigos – The top sketch comedy and variety show in Puerto Rico, led by Raymond Arrieta, known for its humor, satire, and rotating characters.
· Latin Doctors – The weekly show led by Latino doctors, offering accessible medical advice and wellness tips with culturally relevant perspectives.
· ¡Shabum! – long-running weekend children’s program produced entirely in Puerto Rico, focused on fun, education and cultural pride.
Telemundo Station Group also operates four 24/7 free regional news streaming channels, which feature programming produced by Telemundo-owned stations. Noticias Telemundo California, Noticias Telemundo Florida, Noticias Telemundo Noreste and Noticias Telemundo Texas are available nationwide on leading streaming and connected TV platforms, and via Telemundo-owned stations’ sites and apps.
NBCU Local’s streaming portfolio, which first launched in January 2022, now includes 17 channels. The 11 NBC-owned stations’ streaming channels provide 24/7 access to locally produced news, lifestyle and original content across the stations’ digital platforms and top streaming and connected TV platforms. In addition, NBC LX Home streams LXTV Productions’ award-winning lifestyle entertainment titles and other programs.
