Friday night’s incident occurred when Gantry Crane 6 became dislodged from its secured position and traveled approximately 1,000 feet along the crane rail system before hitting Gantry Cranes 5 and 4. No injuries were reported, but all three cranes were damaged.

The U.S. Coast Guard reopened the Port of Saipan on Monday, lifting storm‑related restrictions and allowing all commercial vessel traffic to resume following Typhoon Choi‑Wan.

USPS Ground Advantage packages weighing under a pound were previously sent by air and surface transport. Now, all Ground Advantage packages will be primarily sent by ship, regardless of weight.

High winds caused Gantry Crane 6 to become dislodged from its secured position and travel 1,000 feet along the crane rail system before hitting Gantry Cranes 5 and 4.

The Federal Emergency Management Agency has authorized $267,228 in unemployment relief for Rota, providing financial support to workers displaced by Super Typhoon Bavi.

Okkodo High School Band Director Max Ronquillo Jr. has received a Fulbright Teacher Exchange award for the 2026-2027 academic year from the U.S. Department of State.

Facing storm‑related destruction and deepening fiscal strain, the mayors of the CNMI have appealed directly to President Donald Trump for help, urging the federal government to “stand with us once again.”

Gov. David M. Apatang ordered a shutdown of most CNMI government operations Wednesday after lawmakers failed to approve a balanced Fiscal Year 2027 budget before the constitutional deadline.

The Road to Opportunities job fair Oct. 10 will introduce potential employees to career opportunities from across the Triple J group of companies.

Federal recovery efforts following Super Typhoons Sinlaku and Bavi are entering a new phase, FEMA’s Victor Inge said Tuesday, as the agency shifts from emergency response to long-term rebuilding.