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THE District Court for the Northern Mariana Islands has announced operational changes due to the ongoing federal government shutdown, which began on Oct. 1, 2025.

GOVERNOR David M. Apatang, Saipan Mayor Ramon Blas “RB” Camacho, Department of Public Works Secretary Ray N. Yumul, and members of the Legislature on Tuesday held a groundbreaking ceremony for the reconstruction of Mt. Tapochao Road.

(HANMI) — The Hotel Association of the Northern Mariana Islands reported 14.87% average occupancy rate among 11 member hotels for September 2025, 35% lower than 43.02% in September 2024 and the lowest occupancy rate recorded since 1992, excluding a year and half at the height of the coronavirus pan…

SAIPAN resident Jung Ja Kim is urging the Bureau of Environmental and Coastal Quality to investigate the illegal dumping of trash and construction debris on his 1,400-square-meter property in San Vicente.

SUPERIOR Court Judge Joseph N. Camacho has rejected a plea agreement proposed by the Office of the Attorney General and the Public Defender’s Office for 79-year-old Moses Cabrera, who is accused of killing his brother.

ASSISTANT U.S. Attorney Garth Backe is opposing the release of Sze Man Yu Inos, also known as “Yuki,” who faces multiple wire fraud charges. Backe cited her access to unexplained funds despite being unemployed.

THE Mariana Islands Nature Alliance commemorated two decades of land and ocean conservation with its annual Green Gala, held at the Crowne Plaza on Friday. Organizers confirmed to Variety last week that all tables had been booked for the event.

(Special Advertising Feature) — In a groundbreaking step toward transforming the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands into a hub of higher education, technology, and sustainable economic growth, EUCON International University and LaoLao Bay Golf & Resort have officially announced a stra…

(SCC) — The Saipan Chamber of Commerce is excited to announce its November General Membership Meeting happening Wednesday, Nov. 5, 2025, at Hibiscus Hall, Crowne Plaza Resort Saipan, a proud Chamber member.

(CNMI Judiciary) — The local Supreme Court will be holding oral arguments at Saipan International School on Tuesday, Oct. 28 at 10:30 a.m., as part of its community outreach efforts. The session will be presided over by Chief Justice Alexandro C. Castro, Justice John A. Manglona, and Justice Perry …