Telemundo Puerto Rico Launches in Mainland U.S.

Telemundo Puerto Rico, a FAST channel featuring Telemundo Puerto Rico/WKAQ’s original entertainment and news programming, has become available in the mainland U.S. on The Roku Channel, with additional platforms to come.

The 24/7 Spanish-language streaming channel features programs such as Pegaos en la Mañana, Hoy Día Puerto Rico, Alexandra a las 12, Día a Día, Primera Pregunta, Telenoticias, Rayos X, Puerto Rico Gana, Raymond y sus Amigos, Latin Doctors and ¡Shabum!, among others.

“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, chairman of NBCU Local. “This channel showcases the great work of our talented local production teams and dedicated journalists in San Juan.”

“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,” noted 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.”

“We are incredibly proud to bring WKAQ’s beloved programming to audiences across the mainland U.S., creating a powerful bridge between the island and viewers on the mainland,” added Migdalia Figueroa, president and general manager of WKAQ/Telemundo Puerto Rico. “This free streaming channel serves old and new audiences with the experiences, stories and voices that define Puerto Rico and matter to Puerto Ricans.”