Tropical Depression Nuri Weakening Rapidly, May Dissipate Before Reaching Marianas

NWS Guam says system is struggling to survive but remnant circulation still expected to bring rain, gusty winds through Friday
Top U.S. Pacific Commander Tells CNMI Leaders Its Economic Crisis Is a National Security Concern

Admiral Paparo says CNMI stability is vital to Indo-Pacific strategic posture, pledges to carry community’s requests to federal departments
Family of Melvin Wayne Camacho Sakisat Shares Message of Appreciation Following His Passing

The family of Melvin Wayne Camacho Sakisat has shared a public message of appreciation to the community, his medical team and all those who supported them through his illness and funeral.
Tropical Depression Nuri Forms, Forecast to Track Toward Northern CNMI by Weekend

NWS Guam upgrades 95W to TD Nuri; tropical storm watch in effect for Yap and Ulithi; passage north of Saipan possible early Saturday
Second Officer Resigns in Connection With December Assault Investigation

DPS confirms Elijah Villar tendered resignation in February; departure takes effect May 5
Jury acquits Justin Diaz of sexual abuse charges; prosecutor says DNA evidence was compelling

SAIPAN — A Superior Court jury found Justin Diaz, 40, not guilty Monday of second-degree sexual abuse of a minor and disturbing the peace, concluding a week-long trial that hinged on a recanting alleged victim and DNA evidence the prosecution called compelling.
Marianas maritime heritage mapping team returns to present community ocean maps at American Memorial Park

SAIPAN — A team of researchers and local advocates will return to the Marianas this month to present the results of a community-driven maritime heritage mapping project that engaged more than 100 residents across Saipan, Tinian, Rota and Guam last year.
CNMI issues Special Weather Statement as Invest 95W upgraded to Tropical Cyclone Formation Alert

SAIPAN — The CNMI Homeland Security and Emergency Management office issued a Special Weather Statement Tuesday afternoon warning that Invest 95W has become better organized and is now under a Tropical Cyclone Formation Alert, meaning formation of a tropical depression is likely within the next 24 hours.
Mobil raises Saipan fuel prices again, diesel now at $7.589 per gallon

SAIPAN — Mobil raised fuel prices on Saipan again Sunday night, with gasoline grades climbing between 35 and 60 cents per gallon and diesel jumping $1.60 to $7.589, the highest price seen at the pump in recent memory.
Northern Marianas Bar Association installs new officers and directors for 2026

SAIPAN — The Northern Marianas Bar Association installed a new slate of officers and directors during its Annual Membership Meeting on Feb. 26 at the Judiciary Assembly Hall in the Guma’ Hustisia, Iimwal Aweewe. The new board will serve one-year terms for 2026.