Apatang hosts Korea University delegation to discuss partnership with NMC, educational tourism
SAIPAN — Gov. David M. Apatang hosted a delegation from Korea University on January 15 to discuss a potential partnership with Northern Marianas College, an effort the administration says could expand educational opportunities and support the CNMI’s growing educational tourism sector.
HANMI urges stakeholder input on visa waiver debate, says senators’ data outdated
SAIPAN — The Hotel Association of the Northern Mariana Islands is urging federal policymakers to engage directly with CNMI stakeholders before making any changes to the Commonwealth’s visa waiver framework, pushing back on a Jan. 15, 2026 letter from three U.S. senators calling on federal agencies to revoke the CNMI’s EVS-TAP travel authorization for PRC nationals.
King-Hinds pushes back on senators’ call to revoke EVS-TAP, says CNMI hospital not overwhelmed by tourist births
SAIPAN — CNMI Delegate Kimberlyn King-Hinds is disputing claims cited by three U.S. senators who urged the Department of Homeland Security to revoke the CNMI’s EVS-TAP travel authorization and make other changes to visa waiver programs used by visitors from China and Hong Kong.
US Senators ask DHS to revoke CNMI visa waiver for Chinese nationals, cite birth tourism and security concerns
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Three U.S. senators are pressing the Department of Homeland Security to revoke a Biden-era CNMI travel authorization that allows visa-free entry for Chinese nationals, arguing the policy has fueled birth tourism in Saipan and created what they describe as a national security vulnerability.
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.
DPS: Officer Earl Borja resigns amid investigation into alleged December 19 assault
SAIPAN — Officer Earl Borja has resigned from the Department of Public Safety effective this morning, DPS Public Information Officer Fred Sato said in an update released Tuesday.
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.
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.
