President Trump to deliver State of the Union at 11am ChST with economy, affordability and immigration expected in focus
Saipan — President Donald Trump is scheduled to deliver the 2026 State of the Union address tonight in Washington, with the speech set for 9 p.m. Eastern Standard Time, which is 11 a.m. in the CNMI and Guam. Major U.S. television networks and national news outlets are expected to carry the address live from the U.S. Capitol.
Governor’s Office yet to issue statement on Cabrera, Macaranas firings
Saipan — Acting Governor Dennis Mendiola briefly stopped to speak with NMI News Service in a hallway at the Governor’s Office yesterday afternoon and explained that he was unable to do an interview because he was heading into another meeting, but said his schedule was full and that he would issue a statement regarding the firings of Epiphanio “Epi” Cabrera and Department of Public Safety Commissioner Anthony I. Macaranas.
Windy, rough surf and hazardous marine conditions continue across CNMI through midweek
Saipan — The Commonwealth is expected to remain windy with rough seas, hazardous surf and dangerous rip currents through at least Wednesday night or Thursday as a weakening shear line and strong high pressure north of the Marianas continue to affect the region.
Tumon Bay Music Festival 2026 returns to Guam with islandwide events from February 26 to March 7
TAMUNING, Guam — The Tumon Bay Music Festival is returning to Guam for its 21st year, with organizers announcing a multi-venue lineup running from February 26 to March 7 and featuring performances, clinics, workshops, and a finale awards ceremony.
Saipan Marathon 2026 tops 560 registrants as rate increase deadline nears
SAIPAN — Registration for the 18th Annual SKECHERS Saipan Marathon has passed 560 participants, with race organizers announcing that registration rates will increase after February 25 for the March 7 event.
