Tsunami Risk for the Marianas Is Real, and the Myths Around It Could Get People Killed
SAIPAN — The Mariana Trench will not save you. Neither will the reef.
CNMI Mayors, FBI, DEA and DPS Meet to Address Rising Crime and Drug Activity Across the Islands
SAIPAN — The mayors of all three inhabited islands in the Commonwealth met with federal and local law enforcement representatives last week to discuss rising violent crime and drug activity, with officials identifying community reluctance to report crimes as a key challenge.
Guam DYA says two 16-year-olds escaped Mangilao youth facility; one recaptured, search continues for other
MANGILAO, Guam — Guam’s Department of Youth Affairs said two 16-year-old males escaped custody from the DYA Youth Correctional Facility in Mangilao at about 12:40 p.m. on February 18, after climbing over barbed-wire fencing.
DPL launches new Managaha boat to support ranger operations, conservation and public safety
SAIPAN — The CNMI Department of Public Lands has launched a new vessel dedicated to supporting operations on Managaha Island, with the boat set to serve as the primary mode of transportation for DPL’s Managaha Rangers.
DPS schedules two DUI sobriety checkpoints on Beach Road for Super Bowl Monday
SAIPAN — While Super Bowl showdown between the Seattle Seahawks and New England Patriots will bring hundreds of football fans to Saipan’s homes of hydration, the Department of Public Safety Highway Patrol will conduct two DUI sobriety checkpoints on February 9 as part of its roadway-safety enforcement effort.
Saipan Mayor asks DPW to repaint faded road lines, address lighting concerns on key northbound routes
SAIPAN — Saipan Mayor Ramon “RB” Jose Blas Camacho is asking the Department of Public Works to address what his office describes as growing public safety concerns tied to faded roadway markings and limited roadway lighting on heavily traveled northbound routes.
HSEM to test all-hazard mobile siren Friday along Marpi–San Juan–Route 36
SAIPAN — The CNMI Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Management will be troubleshooting and testing its all-hazard mobile siren this Friday, January 23.
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.
OAG adopts new regulations to strengthen CNMI investigative subpoena process
SAIPAN — The CNMI Office of the Attorney General said it has adopted new regulations to create a “clear and fair process” for the use of investigative subpoenas, describing them as a key tool used to gather evidence during criminal investigations before charges are filed.
Minor Earthquake Felt in Saipan; No Hazards Issued for the CNMI
SAIPAN — The CNMI Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Management said community members reported feeling a small local earthquake with a couple of jolts around 3:30 p.m. Friday, and the U.S. Geological Survey recorded about four seconds of seismic activity. HSEM said no hazards or tsunami threats have been issued for the CNMI, and the CNMI State Warning Point will continue monitoring and provide updates as available.
