Governor Apatang Heading Home From Washington Meetings as CNMI Pushes Priorities in 902 Consultations
SAIPAN — Governor David M. Apatang is heading back to the CNMI following meetings in Washington, D.C., where the administration’s Section 902 consultations and related federal discussions focused on issues the Commonwealth has identified as top priorities, including budgetary support, tourism and transportation, labor access, and federal activities in the Marianas.
Court Records Detail AGID Case Against Former DPS Officer Earl Borja; $20,000 Cash Bail Set
SAIPAN — Court records filed in the case against former DPS officer Earl Marc E. Borja lay out detailed allegations from the Attorney General’s Investigative Division and show a Superior Court judge set $20,000 cash bail, with Borja ordered to remain in Department of Corrections custody after a request to modify bail was denied.
Mendiola Says Statement Coming on Macaranas Firing, Confirms Ogumoro as Acting DPS Commissioner
SAIPAN — Acting Governor Dennis James C. Mendiola has terminated Department of Public Safety Commissioner Anthony I. Macaranas, effective immediately, in a February 23 letter issued by the Office of the Governor.
Florida Senator Rick Scott Introduces Bill Targeting CNMI-Guam Visa Waiver Program Access for Chinese Nationals
WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senator Rick Scott (R -Florida) has introduced a bill targeting visa-free travel access for Chinese nationals to U.S. territories, following a Senate push last month urging the Department of Homeland Security to revoke CNMI travel authorization for Chinese nationals.
Leon Guerrero Presses Interior, Federal Officials for Direct Investment in Guam Healthcare Infrastructure
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Guam Governor Lou Leon Guerrero urged direct federal investment in Guam’s public healthcare infrastructure during remarks before Interior Secretary Doug Burgum, senior White House officials, and federal agency leadership at the 2026 Interagency Group on Insular Areas plenary session.
Former DPS Officer Earl Borja Arrested Friday in Ongoing Assault Case
SAIPAN — Former CNMI Department of Public Safety officer Earl Borja was arrested Friday afternoon in the case tied to the alleged December 19, 2025 assault of a 28-year-old man, following weeks of criminal and administrative review involving DPS and the Office of the Attorney General.
Tristar Terminals Guam Joins GRAP, Expands Apprenticeship Pathways in Fuel and Energy Sector
HAGÅTÑA, Guam — Tristar Terminals Guam has joined the Guam Registered Apprenticeship Program as a new sponsor, a move Guam labor officials say will expand apprenticeship opportunities in the island’s petroleum and energy sector.
Rangamar Launches ‘Paint the Marianas’ Initiative to Support Community Beautification Projects
SAIPAN — Representative Elias M. Rangamar is inviting community organizations, schools, sports clubs, villages, and partner agencies to participate in a paint distribution and island beautification effort called “Paint the Marianas: Far From Ordinary.”
NMC Urges Employers to Register Early for March 13 Career Fair
SAIPAN — Northern Marianas College is encouraging local employers, government agencies, and business organizations to register for its upcoming Career Fair scheduled for Friday, March 13, offering an opportunity to connect with students, recent graduates, and community members seeking jobs.
Marianas Visitor Arrivals Fall 16% in January as Air Seat Capacity Constraints Continue
SAIPAN — Visitor arrivals to the Marianas totaled 14,828 in January, down 16% from 17,744 in January last year, as the destination continues to face long-term reductions in air seat capacity, the Marianas Visitors Authority reported.
