CNMI Corrections gets opioid settlement funding for officer training on substance use disorders
SAIPAN — The CNMI Department of Corrections has been awarded funding through the Opioid Proceeds Council to strengthen officers’ ability to engage with justice-involved individuals affected by substance use disorders.
Op-Ed: When Silence Puts Federal Funding at Risk
The Northern Mariana Islands Housing Corporation (NMHC), administrator of the CDBG-DR program, is a public government entity entrusted with federal disaster recovery grant funds from HUD Region IX. With that trust comes clear obligations: transparency, responsiveness, and accountability to the public.
Op-Ed: The High Seas Treaty Is a Win for the Ocean, and for the Peoples Who Have Always Cared for It
The High Seas Treaty Is a Win for the Ocean, and for the Peoples Who Have Always Cared for It
Former IPI chairwoman Cui Lijie makes initial appearance in Saipan immigration court; bond continued, removal hearing set January 27
SAIPAN — Former Imperial Pacific International Chairwoman Cui Lijie made her initial appearance in immigration court on Saipan on this morning, appearing by video as Judge Clarence Wagner presided remotely from Honolulu over proceedings to determine whether she should be released on bond. Her removal proceedings are scheduled for January 27 at 10 a.m.
CNMI expands Operation Governor’s Digital Connect to provide laptops, tech help for manåmko’
SAIPAN — The Office of the Governor announced Friday an expansion of Operation Governor’s Digital Connect to include manåmko’ across Saipan, Tinian, and Rota, in partnership with the Department of Community and Cultural Affairs Office of Aging and the CNMI Broadband Policy and Development Office.
NMC keeps Spring 2026 classes on As Terlaje campus; add/drop extended through January 30
SAIPAN — Northern Marianas College said Spring 2026 classes will remain on the As Terlaje campus when the term begins Tuesday, Jan. 20, and the college has extended the add/drop period through January 30 to give returning and admitted students more time to register and adjust schedules.
CHCC says SAMHSA rescinded prior termination notice tied to grant funding
SAIPAN — The Commonwealth Healthcare Corporation said Friday it has received notice from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration rescinding a prior termination communication tied to specific grant funding, an update CHCC says confirms the continuation of the affected programs.
U.S. Air Force Community Day set January 20 at Saipan International Airport; C-17 and C-130 on display
SAIPAN — Are you ready to pet a jet? The U.S. Air Force will host a Community Day at the Francisco C. Ada Saipan International Airport this Tuesday, January 20, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Op-Ed: CNMI Deep-Sea Mining: Regulating Onshore Support to Protect Our Islands
After hearing many perspectives, I want to share my own—one that reflects both my views and the concerns of others.
DPL: Tinian agriculture homestead permits under legal review; applicants urged to update records
TINIAN — The CNMI Department of Public Lands’ Tinian District Office says homestead permits tied to last year’s Agriculture Homestead Lottery held August 19–20, 2025 are currently undergoing legal review to ensure legal sufficiency and compliance with applicable rules and regulations.
