Northern Marianas
Alleged police brutality caught in video in CNMI
Police in the Northern Marianas are investigating a case of alleged police brutality on Saipan after a video went viral on social media.
US to make Tinian in CNMI divert airfield
The U.S. Air Force has chosen Tinian in the Northern Marianas to be a divert airfield if a base in Guam is rendered inoperable because of an attack or natural calamity.
Another hotel resort to go up on CNMI's Saipan
An international investor group, led by the former chairman of the board of the Northern Marianas' Tinian Dynasty Hotel and Casino, plans to build a $US75 million hotel on Saipan.
CNMI deputy governor sued by Japanese investor
The Northern Marianas Lieutenant Governor Victor Hocog has been named by a Japanese investor who is suing his family for the non-payment of a $US3.4-million loan.
Hefty salary lift planned for CNMI politicians and judges
The governor of the Northern Marianas is in line for a 70 percent lift in his salary, taking his pay to $US120,000.
US wants case against Marianas military plans dismissed
The United States government wants a Northern Marianas court to dismiss a lawsuit brought against the US military by four environmental and cultural groups.
CNMI 2016 election certified
The 2016 Northern Marianas election has been certified after the Commonwealth Election Commission counted the absentee ballots sent prior to the November 8 deadline.
New casino in CNMI's Tinian wants to revive ferry service
A company that plans to build a Titanic-themed hotel casino on Tinian in the Northern Marianas says it wants to revive the a ferry service to Saipan.
CNMI deputy governor wants lawsuit dropped
The Northern Marianas Lieutenant Governor Victor Hocog is asking the federal court to dismiss a lawsuit brought against him and his family by a Japanese investor.
CNMI casino operator gets licence back
A Northern Marianas court has stopped the Rota Casino Gaming Commission from revoking the casino licence of the Rota Resort and Country Club.
CNMI reefs under threat from warming seas
Coral reefs on Saipan in the Northern Marianas are in danger of dying out because of bleaching caused by a warming ocean.
Ship crew join CNMI lawsuit
The captain and crew of a controversial cargo ship in the Northern Marianas, the MV Luta, say they are owed thousands of dollars in unpaid wages.
Trump administration will give CNMI greater voice
The Northern Marianas' governor says the territory is expected to have a greater voice in the administration of United States President-elect, Donald Trump.
Republicans successful in CNMI poll
Republicans have performed strongly in unofficial local election results in the Northern Marianas.
CNMI deputy leader summoned over lawsuit
CNMI Lieutenant Governor served a summons in relation to a Japanese investor's lawsuit for breach of contract, fraud, and unjust enrichment.
CNMI vote for govt positions
Northern Marianas voters will vote today to fill close to 40 government positions.
Guam and CNMI strengthen relationship
An agreement calling for stronger links between the Northern Marianas and Guam has been signed.
Pacific free flu vaccine delivery stopped
United Airlines has discontinued the service of shipping free flu vaccines to the Pacific Islands.
CNMI hospital granted extention to fix standards
The Northern Marianas lone hospital has been given an extension to comply with deficiencies identified in a survey.
CNMI tourism body wants to develop Tinian, Rota
The Northern Marianas tourism body wants Rota and Tinian islands developed into unique destinations to spur economic activity.