CNMI
Egg shortage in the Northen Marianas causes price-hike
The Northern Marianas (CNMI) Islands are facing an egg shortage due to the spread of bird flu in the United States, sending businesses and the community into panic. Audio
CNMI Governor and Lieutenant Governor sworn-in
The Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands has a new Governor and Lieutenant Governor.
Killer gets only 42 months in jail after plea deal
In the Northern Marianas, a man who killed one person and stabbed another has agreed to a plea deal in exchange for a shorter jail term.
Marianas to host two Olympic badminton qualifying tournaments
The Northern Marianas has been chosen to host two Badminton World Federation tournaments which serves as a qualifier for the Paris 2024 Olympic Games.
February jury trial set for Northern Marianas governor
The Northern Marianas Superior Court has set the jury trial date in the criminal case against outgoing Governor Ralph Torres.
Torres concedes to Palacios in CNMI election run-off
The Commonwealth of the Northern Marianas has a new governor after the incumbent, Ralph Torres, conceded to his rival in the run-off.
Marianas election officials appeal for calm after choking allegation
The two camps in the Governor run-off in the Northern Marianas are calling for calm after an alleged assault incident this week involving rival supporters.
Date set for CNMI gubernatorial run-off election
The run-off election for Governor of the CNMI has been set for November 25.
Marianas celebrates new pitch as interest in football rises
The Northern Marianas has officially opened its second world-class football pitch, which is being hailed as testament that the sport is growing in the US territory.
K-Pop stars denied entry to Marianas, friendship gig cancelled
A group of South Korean pop artists set to perform at a free concert in the Northern Marianas this weekend were denied entry into the country.
Koreans flocking to Northern Marianas as tourism returns
The Northern Mariana Islands had a surge of visitors last month as the lifting of pandemic restrictions has led to more international flights.
Giant sinkhole swallows backhoe on Saipan
A 15-metre sinkhole that suddenly opened up on Saipan completely swallowed a backhoe on Tuesday.
Contempt charge dropped against Marianas' governor
One charge against the Northern Marianas' Governor Ralph Torres has been dismissed by the Superior Court in the ongoing criminal suit filed against him.
Marianas gets funding to keep snakes out of planes
The Northern Marianas government has been awarded $US450,000 to keep the invasive brown tree snake from its shores.
State of emergency declared on Tinian due to toxic fire
A major disaster and state of significant emergency has been declared for the island of Tinian in the Northern Marianas because of an out of control fire with toxic fumes.
CNMI House unanimously OK's LGBTQ-friendly bills
The Northern Marianas House of Representatives has unanimously passed two House bills that promote the health, safety, and well-being of LGBTQ+ community in the Marianas.
PNG tops 2022 Mini-Games medal tally
Papua New Guinea earned the most gold medals in the Northern Marianas Pacific Mini Games after finishing with 33 gold, 28 silver, and 19 bronze medals.
Pacific Mini Games 2022: First day of competition gets underway in CNMI
The first events for the Pacific Mini Games have started in the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, even as the final sporting contingents continue to arrive. Audio
CNMI Governor Torres' alleged offences to be made public
Northern Marianas Governor, Ralph Torres, may have been acquitted by the Senate in his impeachment trial, but it's not stopping the House of Representatives.
Frustration over CNMI impeachment trial
The Northern Marianas House of Representatives has been left on the sidelines just watching the impeachment trial of CNMI Governor Ralph Torres after not being allowed to present its case.
