DEQ replaces older diesel equipment with cleaner tractor through EPA grant program
SAIPAN — The Bureau of Environmental and Coastal Quality (BECQ) Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) is enjoying some new equipment and they’re making the environment feel a little better about it, too.
Sage Steele speaks at Supreme Court rally as justices hear transgender sports ban cases
WASHINGTON — Broadcaster Sage Steele addressed a rally outside the U.S. Supreme Court on Tuesday as the nation’s highest court heard more than three hours of arguments in two cases challenging state bans on transgender students competing on school sports teams consistent with their gender identity.
Inaugural Marianas Games set for June 19–21 on Saipan
SAIPAN — Are you ready to compete? The Marianas will unite this summer for the inaugural Marianas Games, scheduled for June 19–21 on Saipan. Representatives from Guam, Saipan, Rota, and Tinian met Tuesday, January 13 at the Northern Marianas Sports Association conference room to finalize plans for the annual event, which organizers said will showcase the region’s athletic talent and strengthen community ties.
King-Hinds: CNMI NAP benefits secure through fiscal year as January 30 funding deadline nears
WASHINGTON — Representative Kimberlyn King-Hinds said the CNMI’s Nutrition Assistance Program (NAP) is fully funded for the rest of the federal fiscal year, and that those benefits will remain secure regardless of what happens when the current temporary federal funding expires on January 30.
Cui Lijie of Imperial Pacific International booked on immigration violation
SAIPAN — Chinese billionaire businesswoman, Hong Kong citizen, and majority owner of Imperial Pacific International, Cui Lijie is in federal custody after being arrested on an immigration violation. Cui was booked and detained at the CNMI Department of Corrections Tuesday afternoon, where she will remain until her immigration hearing later this week or next week.
