KSPN2 News
KSPN2 News April 01, 2026
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- KSPN2 News April 01, 2026
- Runtime
- 34:50
- Date posted
- 6 months ago
- Description
- RAY YUMUL PLEADS GUILTY TO A LESSER CHARGE OF NOT MARKING A GOVERNMENT CAR.
THE WORLD RESORT ANNOUNCES A HIATUS FROM KOREAN MARKET RESERVATIONS AFTER MAY 10TH.
THE CPA BOARD VOTES TO CANCEL THEIR APPLICATION FOR ANNEX 6 EXEMPTIONS FOR CHINESE TRAVEL.
THE UNITED STATES EXPANDS THEIR AREA OF MINING EXPLORATION IN THE WATERS OF THE MARIANAS.
A SAIPAN MAYOR'S OFFICE VEHICLE HAD GAS SIPHONED OVER THE WEEKEND.
IN A HUMANITIES HALF HOUR PREVIEW CATHERINE PERRY INTERVIEWS A JAPANESE SCHOLAR ABOUT HISTORICAL BUDDHIST PROPAGATION IN THE MARIANAS.
TO FISH OR NOT TO FISH THAT IS THE QUESTION AT SAIPAN INTENATIONAL.
THE BRIDGE CAPITAL YOUTH TENNIS TOURNAMENT CONTINUES ITS (JEFF) RACE TO THE FINISH.
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- KSPN2 News March 30, 2026
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- 34:22
- Date posted
- 6 months ago
- Description
- THE INAUGURAL FLIGHT FROM THE PHILIPPINES ARRIVED AT SAIPAN INTERNATIONAL IN THE EARLY MORNING HOURS.
THE CNMI IS THE FIRST TO MAKE OUR VOICES HEARD DURING THE INTERNATIONAL NO KINGS PROTEST.
DAVID KARCH: ASSISTANT ATTORNEY GENERAL HAS BEEN GIVEN THE AXE AFTER PROCURING A SETTLEMENT IN A CASE AGAINST THE FORMER GOVERNOR RALPH TORRES.
IT IS TYPHOON SEASON IN THE CNMI AND THE SEAS ARE WARMING.
ANOTHER CAR CRASH THIS WEEKEND. THIS ONE ALONG BEACH ROAD.
SAKURA HALSTEAD ATTENDS A CAREER DAY AT HOPWOOD JUNIOR HIGH AND ASKS WHAT DO YOU WANT TO BE WHEN YOU GROW UP?
A FANCY DRESS JIU JITSU TOURNEMENT THIS WEEKEND: THE BALLROOM BLITZ CAME TO GARAPAN.
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- Women's Summit in the CNMI
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- 2:39
- Date posted
- 6 months ago
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- TWay Airlines suspends flights
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- 3:35
- Date posted
- 6 months ago
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- Heritage On A Plate Event
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- 3:21
- Date posted
- 6 months ago
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- Smuggling Contraband into DOC
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- 1:55
- Date posted
- 6 months ago
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- KSPN2 News March 27, 2026
- Runtime
- 36:29
- Date posted
- 6 months ago
- Description
- In Tonight’s News, a 20 year old corrections officer who recently graduated as valedictorian is now facing charges of allegedly smuggling drugs in the Department of Corrections.
TWay Airlines suspends flights in the coming months.
As Women’s Month continues, a summit by the Women’s Association convenes.
We took a look at a special Heritage on a Plate event held this week.
In Sports, it is dress up night for the martial arts in the CNMI as the Ballroom Blitz takes place this weekend.
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- KSPN2 News March 25, 2026
- Runtime
- 33:25
- Date posted
- 6 months ago
- Description
- In Tonight’s News, it was Covenant Day in the CNMI and it was more than just a day off from work.
A big name airline from the Philippines is making a comeback to the CNMI.
Gordon Marciano of Pacific Development Inc., The Stephen Abros Group, and the World War 2 Museum host a group of visitors.
We take a special look at the VEX Robotics Competition held in Kagman Elementary.
A long time pediatrician has published a book on her medical studies linked to the CNMI.
In Sports, the tennis courts at American Memorial Park were filled with local talent for the Bridge Capital Tennis Classic.
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- KSPN2 News March 23, 2026
- Runtime
- 33:57
- Date posted
- 6 months ago
- Description
- In Tonight’s News, a settlement agreement is made between the commonwealth and defendant Ralph Torres. Correction: The case was dismissed with prejudice, meaning it cannot be refiled
TSA agents have not been paid for over a month now. How's that working out?
The Commonwealth Economic Development Authority wants to deliver some good news to the CNMI.
A new Deputy Executive Director joins the CUC team.
The first day of the unnatural Commonwealth Jubilee: Enduring Traditions.
In Sports, this weekend the NMC Golf Open was open and so were the pocketbooks.
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- Marianas Maritime Research Maps Dr. Jennifer McKinnon, Genevieve Cabrera
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- 36:02
- Date posted
- 6 months ago
- Description
- East Carolina University Professor of History Jennifer McKinnon and cultural historian Genevieve Cabrera share some of the findings of the Marianas Maritime Heritage mapping project. 03.19.26
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- KSPN2 News March 20, 2026
- Runtime
- 37:36
- Date posted
- 6 months ago
- Description
- In Tonight’s News, a meeting was held for concerned animal caretakers and activists after the recent events involving the Mayor’s Office Animal Control and Shelter Services.
The Hotel Association of the Northern Mariana Islands reports a 43% occupancy rate amongst their 10 member hotels for February 2026.
The NMI Public School System has joined NMTech in signing a memorandum of understanding.
At the Saipan International Airport, KSPN2’s own Jason Sanchez says Håfa Adai and Adios to various kinds of travelers.
In the Arts, local NMI creatives meet up to share ideas and show their latest creations.
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- KSPN2 News March 18, 2026
- Runtime
- 39:37
- Date posted
- 6 months ago
- Description
- In Tonight’s News, the House of Representatives joins the Senate in overriding a governor's veto of an indigenous language education bill.
The Commonwealth Utilities Corporation says a new solar project is not expected to lower island energy costs for a number of years.
We head to the World Resort as the Northern Marianas College hosts the NMC Career Fair.
In this week's Your Humanities Half-Hour, host Catherine Perry explores the maritime heritage mapping project.
In Sports, heavy wind conditions did not stop the last race of the high school Va'a season.
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- KSPN2 News March 16, 2026
- Runtime
- 33:53
- Date posted
- 6 months ago
- Description
- In Tonight’s News, a research symposium in Saipan is dedicated to the pursuit of truth.
As Women’s Month continues in the Marianas, we hear from both men and women in leadership on what it means to uplift women.
The American Memorial Park roundabout breaks ground.
KSPN2’s Sakura heads to Career Day at Hopwood Middle School.
In Sports, we take a special look at International Women’s Football Day.
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- KSPN2 News March 13, 2026
- Runtime
- 35:45
- Date posted
- 7 months ago
- Description
- In Tonight’s News, a judge finds cause to take ex police officer Earl Borja to trial for assault with a dangerous weapon.
The CNMI Supreme Court upholds a zoning decision to allow Atkins Kroll Dealership in Puerto Rico to continue its repair facility.
We examine the effect of the Iran war on the CNMI Military and the economy.
A visiting professor collects memories for ocean mapping as historic preservation.
A challenger's response to our congressional representatives' comments this week about the U.S. Legislative misinformation.
It is career day at Hopwood Middle School.
In the Arts, a woman's art exhibit shares works throughout Women's Month.
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- KSPN2 News March 11, 2026
- Runtime
- 34:28
- Date posted
- 7 months ago
- Description
- THE SAIPAN CHAMBER OF COMMERCE HOSTS THEIR FOURTH ANNUAL ECONOMIC FORUM TODAY.
THE JURY'S VERDICT IS IN: THE TRIAL OF MAN ACCUSED OF SEXUAL ABUSE OF A MINOR HAS HIS DAY IN COURT.
THE EX POLICE OFFICER ACCUSED OF ASSAULT OF A HANDCUFFED VICTIM FACES PRELIMINARY HEARINGS.
A LEGAL FEUD BETWEEN LOCAL AIRLINE COMPETITORS IS DISMISSED BY A FEDERAL JUDGE.
ANOTHER AUTO PEDESTRIAN ACCIDENT:THIS TIME IN CHALAN PIAO.
SAIPAN INTERNATIONAL WELCOMES TOURISTS FROM JAPAN AND GUAM.
AS DISABILITY MONTH BEGINS: A MARCH AND ROLL FOR AWARENESS.
CNMI BEACH VOLLYBALL MAESTRO: LOGAN MISTER AND PARTNER ROWDY LENNON WIN THE HIGHLINE TOURNAMENT OF SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA.
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- KSPN2 News March 09, 2026
- Runtime
- 35:50
- Date posted
- 7 months ago
- Description
- LT. GOVERNOR MENDIOLA IS BACK IN COURT THIS MORNING AND PLEADS NOT GUILTY OF MISCONDUCT.
GUARANTEED IN STATE TUITION FOR STUDENTS OF THE CNMI IS PASSED BY THE US HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES.
GOVERNOR APATANG WEIGHS IN ON BOEMS CONTROVERSIAL DEEP SEA MINING.
A HIGH SCHOOL MOCK TRIAL WINNER WAS DECLARED ON FRIDAY.
WELCOME TO SAIPAN TO SOME WITH UNUSUAL CAREER CHOICES.
THE NORTHERN MARIANAS DECENT CORPORATION HELD A BOARD MEETING LAST WEEK.
BADA ART CAFÉ PRESENTS A LOCAL ART EXHIBITION AT CROWNE PLAZA.
CLOSE TO 800 PARTICIPANTS IN THE SAIPAN MARATHON ON SATURDAY: FAR FROM ORDINARY INFLUENCERS SHINE LIGHT ON OUR ISLANDS.
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- 2025 Governor's Humanities Awardee James Feger
- Runtime
- 36:14
- Date posted
- 7 months ago
- Description
- 2025 Governor's Humanities Awardee for Lifetime Achievement in the Humanities James Feger shares highlights of his four decades of teaching in the Marianas. 03.05.26
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- KSPN2 News March 06, 2026
- Runtime
- 35:03
- Date posted
- 7 months ago
- Description
- KRISTI NOEM IS OUT AS DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY SECRETARY BUT MARKWAYNE MULLIN IS IN. HE'S THE SENATOR WHO WANTS TO CANCEL CNMI VISA WAVER PROGRAM.
POLICE COMMISSIONER ANTHONY MACARANAS IS BACK AFTER GOVERNOR APATANG'S REINSTATEMENT.
THE ISLAND IS READYING FOR THE SAIPAN MARATHON TOMORROW.
A STORM WARNING IS IN AFFECT FOR THIS WEEKEND. LANDON AYDLETT, FROM THE NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE, REPORTS.
THE MARIANAS VISITORS AUTHORITY ANNOUNCES A RETURN OF KOREAN AIR SERVICE TO THE CNMI AND AN INFLUX OF RESOURCES.
TOKYO MART HAS MOVED THEIR LOCATION TO GARAPAN.
ITS DISABILITIES AWARENESS MONTH IN THE CNMI.
THE MARIANAS GAMES ARE COMING TO SAIPAN: PREPARATIONS ARE BEING MADE.
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- KSPN2 News March 04, 2026
- Runtime
- 35:12
- Date posted
- 7 months ago
- Description
- In Tonight’s News, team CNMI convenes to talk 902.
U.S officials and CNMI leadership exchange information on potential deep sea mining adjacent to the Mariana Trench.
The Marianas High School secures gold at this year's Tumon Bay Music Festival.
In this week’s Your Humanities Half-Hour, host Catherine Perry sits down with Humanities Awardee James Feger.
In Sports, accolades of the year before. CNMI sports adds another page to their history book.
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- KSPN2 News March 02, 2026
- Runtime
- 33:08
- Date posted
- 7 months ago
- Description
- In Tonight’s News, a joint United States and Israeli military action has killed the super leader of Iran and Iran responded with retaliatory strikes.
Governor Apatang updates us with his thoughts about the Lt. Governor dismissing two officials from office while he was away.
After a dramatic week, Lt. Governor Mendiola arrives to prepare to defend himself in court.
Women are being celebrated this month starting with a proclamation signing.
We take a look at a journey to discover the Åmut Trail.
A local native places NMI on the map through storytelling about the traditional canoe.
In Sports, the courts in Capitol Hill highlight the newcomers in the sport of pickleball.
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- KSPN2 News February 27, 2026
- Runtime
- 40:50
- Date posted
- 7 months ago
- Description
- In Tonight’s News, two officials were removed from office. We hear from the acting governor about the reasons for his decisions.
Governor Apatang is back on island from his travels and responds about the decisions that were made while he was gone.
The Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) arrives on island to meet with the newly returned Governor Apatang.
We look ahead as Women's Month will be celebrated in the month of March.
Student leaders from Dandan Middle school host a youth summit at the Royal Taga Hall.
In Sports, we take a look at the 3rd Annual Marianas High School Dolphin 5K Fun Run.
And, tonight we remember Saipan Hall of Famer, Mel Sakisat, as he passes away after a long battle with cancer.
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- KSPN2 News February 25, 2026
- Runtime
- 29:58
- Date posted
- 7 months ago
- Description
- THE HANMI NUMBERS THIS MONTH SHOW AN INCREASE FROM LAST YEAR, BUT THERE IS STILL A LONG WAY TO GO.
IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES THIS MORNING, THE PASSAGE OF A BILL TO HELP ADVANCE THE MARIANAS VISITORS AUTHORITY.
ACTING GOVERNOR DENNIS MENDIOLA HAS NOT YET GIVEN ANY REASON FOR THE ABRUPT FIRING OF TWO GOVERNMENT OFFICIALS.
THE ONE STOP SHOP IN CAPITAL HILL IS MAKING IT EASIER TO DO THE BUSINESS OF BUSINESS IN THE CNMI.
THE MARIANAS HIGH SCHOOLS RHYTHM AND HARMONY GLEE CLUB; SINGS TO RAISE MONEY FOR A GUAM COMPETITION.
WE DO GIVE A HOOT ABOUT WHO ARRIVES AT SAIPAN INTERNATIONAL: WELCOME TO SAIPAN.
WHAT IS THE SECRET SAUCE A VA'A PADDLER NEEDS TO WIN IN COMPETITION?
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- KSPN2 News February 23, 2026
- Runtime
- 32:44
- Date posted
- 7 months ago
- Description
- A CIVIL SETTLEMENT AGREED TO BETWEEN CNMI OFFICIAL HENRY HOFSCHNEIDER AND THE COMMONWEALTH.
POLICE OFFICER EARL BORJA TAKEN INTO CUSTODY AND BAIL DENIED FOR HIS PART IN THE ALLEGED ASSAULT OF A LOCAL CITIZEN.
BOTH THE COMMISSIONER OF POLICE; ANTHONY MACARANAS AND OFFICE OF GRANTS MANAGEMENT ADMINISTRATOR: EPI CABRERA HAVE BEEN TERMINATED FROM THEIR POSITIONS BY ACTING GOVERNOR DENNIS MENDIOLA.
A WEATHER ADVISORY HAS BEEN ISSUED BY THE DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY AND EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT.
THE SECRETARY OF THE DEPARTMENT OF LABOR THINKS THAT THE LOCAL WORKFORCE COULD HAVE FULFILLED THE NEEDS OF NATIONAL OFFICE SUPPLY.
A GROUP OF LOCAL ARTISTS WROTE AND SHOT A SHORT FILM OVER THE COURSE OF THIS WEEKEND ON SAIPAN.
SOROPTOMISTS ARE AWARDED FOR FOLLOWING THEIR DREAMS.
IN SPORTS: PLAY TIME AT THE SPORTS FACILITIES ON CAPITOL HILL.
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- 2025 Governor's Humanities Awardee Thomas Manglona, Jr.
- Runtime
- 29:36
- Date posted
- 7 months ago
- Description
- 2025 Governor's Humanities Awardee for Preservation of CNMI History Thomas Manglona, Jr. shares highlights from his career in journalism and his future aspirations.02.19.26
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- KSPN2 News February 20, 2026
- Runtime
- 38:17
- Date posted
- 7 months ago
- Description
- In Tonight’s News, conversations continue between CNMI and the United States leaders in Washington D.C.
We take a look at what happened that caused the recent island wide power outage in Saipan.
Recycling companies meet with the mayor of Saipan to help curb a rash of home and commercial copper wire thefts in the island.
Employees and patrons of the soon-to-close office supply store express their sadness about the news.
In Sports, the mayor's 3x3 Youth Basketball Tournament continues.
A new sporting event that includes 4 islands in the Marianas is coming soon.
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- KSPN2 News February 18, 2026
- Runtime
- 32:51
- Date posted
- 7 months ago
- Description
- In Tonight’s News, a legacy stationary store has made the decision to close their doors at the end of July.
The Chinese New Year festivities began this week.
We head to Chiba, Japan, for a love story that involves attitude and altitude.
In this week’s “Your Humanities Half-Hour” host Catherine Perry sits down with Marianas Press owner and Humanities Award Winner Thomas Manglona.
In the Arts, KSPN2’s Dan Shor is hosting a free film workshop.
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- KSPN2 News February 16, 2026
- Runtime
- 33:55
- Date posted
- 7 months ago
- Description
- In Tonight’s News, Mañagaha Island welcomes new stewardship for a new year.
An investment on strengthening the ethical foundation of CNMI leaders is made.
We head to the sister island of Tinian for this year’s 22nd annual Pika Fest.
We hear from the 500 Sails team on their voyages to and from the sister island of Tinian as part of the weekend Pika festivities.
In a new segment, KSPN2’s own Dan Shor asks the community of the NMI “What’s your story?”.
In Sports, the 2026 Public School System Athletics Program Va’a Races continued this past weekend.
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- KSPN2 News February 13, 2026
- Runtime
- 41:00
- Date posted
- 7 months ago
- Description
- In Tonight’s News, an automobile pedestrian accident leads to fatal consequences.
A ribbon cutting in Garapan hopes to renew hope in a struggling village.
Boats prepare to voyage off into the sister island.
We headed into the Love Local Valentine’s Pop Up Market that was filled with nothing but overpowering love.
In Sports, athletes take part in a workshop at Trench Tech Saipan.
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- KSPN2 News February 11, 2026
- Runtime
- 32:49
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
- Description
- In Tonight’s News, an auto pedestrian crash leaves one dead this morning in Puerto Rico.
The free trade zone is now the economic incentive district.
The Hotel Association of the Northern Mariana Islands is raising serious concern over the potential suspension of air service from Korea.
Teams from Saipan, Tinian, and Rota showcased the art of synchronization and military style drills.
In Sports, va'a paddlers line up as this weekend was filled with quick sprints in the Saipan lagoon.
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- KSPN2 News February 09, 2026
- Runtime
- 38:26
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
- Description
- In Tonight’s News, we head back to Greenland as it makes its way back into the headlines as President Donald Trump suggests that the United States “needs” the arctic island.
Gov. David Apatang updates the community on discussions for the nation's capitol regarding challenges the CNMI faces.
The judicial system is undergoing a change in command with the resignation of an associate justice who retires after 17 years.
A local man reportedly violates probation terms and is back in superior court.
In Sports, the youth of the NMI dominate the courts of Guam to qualify for their next competition.
And, it is Super Spelling Bowl day in the CNMI, let's see which team members of the community are rooting for and what word is up next to spell.
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- The Queen of Anatahan - Chris McNaughton & Evan Larson
- Runtime
- 24:22
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
- Description
- Producer/Director Chris McNaughton and Producer Evan Larson share about their upcoming film "The Queen of Anatahan," documenting the story of a group of Japanese soldiers and civilians who became stranded on Anatahan after World War II. 02 05 26
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- KSPN2 News February 06, 2026
- Runtime
- 40:14
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
- Description
- In Tonight’s News, hundreds line up for job opportunities at the Department of Labor Job Fair today in Garapan.
The Nursing Program at NMC is in the works of expansion with over 2 million dollars in funding awarded.
Jelly fish warnings have been issued along areas of the Saipan lagoon.
The Girl Scout cookie season is ending soon and we visit their booth and see what their favorite cookies are.
In Sports, we head to the sister island of Luta for the Luta Marathon.
Youth of the Marianas fire up their racquets on the tennis courts in our neighbor island.
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- KSPN2 News February 04, 2026
- Runtime
- 33:40
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
- Description
- In Tonight's News, a case of official misconduct is refiled against the Lt. Governor in Superior Court.
Two defendants accused of kidnapping a former tour operator are back in court.
The CNMI Senate passes a bill helping to create a child abuse and neglect registry.
Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month challenges teens and their parents to open up about the cycle of abuse.
The Chamber welcomes its new President.
Two documentary filmmakers on their film about Anatahan Island.
In Sports, high school students begin their va'a paddling season.
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- KSPN2 News February 02, 2026
- Runtime
- 34:24
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
- Description
- In Tonight’s News, a vessel on Saipan struggled to stay afloat and has now sunken deep into the marina.
Philippine Airlines representatives meet and greet local officials in the governor’s conference room.
A local woman is seen in court for stolen firearms and the transportation of them without a locked container.
The annual Winter Gala announcing the Chamber of Commerce businessperson of the year.
A book signing was held at the Joeten Kiyu Library this past Friday night.
As we remember the late Lino Olopai we take a look back at a story from 2023 where he alongside with captain and crew sailed along the Mariana Trench to a small atoll uniquely connected to the Northern Islands.
In Sports, we head over to the sister island of Guam for the Copa de Marianas jiu-jitsu tournament.
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- KSPN2 News January 30, 2026
- Runtime
- 36:02
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
- Description
- In Tonight’s News, a legend has passed yesterday evening. We will reflect on his life and the impact he left on the people of the CNMI.
We take a look at a story back in 2006 of Lino Olopai and his book “Rope of Tradition”.
Today ends the three day pacific judicial council conference of court clerks.
School counselors help students achieve their academic goals.
In sports, showers were installed by the office of Lt. Governor just in time for the Va’a races.
A race on our sister island of Rota takes place this weekend.
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- KSPN2 News January 28, 2026
- Runtime
- 30:37
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
- Description
- THE FORMER CHAIRWOMAN OF IMPERIAL PACIFIC INTERNATIONAL; THE DRAGONLADY, IS RELEASED FROM CUSTODY.
A PHARMACUTICAL COMPANY IS IN THE BEGINNING STAGES OF SETTING UP SHOP IN THE MARIANAS.
CONGRESSIONAL REPRESENTATIVE KIMBERLYN KING–HINDS RESPONDS TO A LETTER SEEKING TO CURB CNMI CHINESE TOURISM.
SMALL BUSINESSES IN THE CNMI LOOK TO PARTNER WITH THE DEPARTMENT OF WAR.
COURT CLERKS FROM ACROSS MICRONESIA DESCEND UPON SAIPAN.
EVERYONES FAVORITE SEGMENT; WELCOME TO SAIPAN. YOU KNOW WE ARE THE FOUNTAIN OF YOUTH.
AND IN SPORTS, THESE KIDS CAN COUNT ON MORE THAN THEIR FINGERS....THEY CAN DIVIDE AND CONQUER.
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- KSPN2 News January 26, 2026
- Runtime
- 34:58
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
- Description
- In Tonight’s News, the Lt. Governor of the NMI was back in court today as he answers charges of misconduct in public office, but it appears after a new ruling, that the case could be back at step 1.
The Marianas welcomes 14,922 visitors in December 2025. That’s down 24% from the same time last year.
Heavy rain and flood conditions have forced NMTech to cancel classes until further notice.
Time is up on a local executive order to merge one organization into another.
A bill passed to include the NMI in a small business lending program already available to every other U.S Jurisdiction.
A group of exchange students visit the KSPN2 News Studio.
In Sports, 12 teams gather in Tanapag for the Mayor's 3-on-3 Basketball Cup.
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- Hope and Recovery - Richard Pierce
- Runtime
- 30:37
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
- Description
- Richard Pierce shares a message of hope as he reflects on substance abuse in the Marianas through the lens of his role in the creation of the CNMI government's drug policy, treatment and services offered today, and his personal recovery journey. 01.22.26
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- KSPN2 News January 23, 2026
- Runtime
- 33:54
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
- Description
- In Tonight’s News, Greenland is making international headlines as global powers show renewed interest in the arctic islands strategic location and resources.
The Hotel Association reports an occupancy of just 29% for the month of December.
Two separate letters were sent to the President of the United States, both urging action regarding the CNMI Chinese Waiver Program.
It’s Airforce Community Day at the Saipan International Airport.
In Arts, the NMI Museum of History and Culture closes an historic art exhibit.
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- KSPN2 News January 21, 2026
- Runtime
- 34:58
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
- Description
- In Tonight’s News, one of the two officers accused of assaulting a 28 year old man last month submitted his resignation from the force.
Nearly a century ago, one man helped transform Saipan into an industrial center of the Pacific.
The Garapan Elementary School cafeteria was packed with some robotic creations.
In this week’s “Your Humanities Half-Hour”, host Catherine Perry sits down with Saipan resident Richard Pierce to talk about hope and recovery.
In Arts, our KSPN2’s Dan Shor sits down with New York Times best selling author, Marc Cameron, and talks about his career, his process, and more.
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- Title
- KSPN2 News January 19, 2026
- Runtime
- 31:38
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
- Description
- In Tonight’s News, today we celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. 's birthday.
A No King Protest on the latest actions by the United States Administration.
A conversation with Luis John Castro.
In Sports, the Marianas Visitors Authority hosts the Saipan Sugarcane Railroad Journey Run.
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- Title
- KSPN2 News January 16, 2026
- Runtime
- 35:19
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
- Description
- In Tonight's News, the CNMI Broadband Policy and Development Office joins Operation Governors Digital Connect to distribute free computers to the CNMI manomko.
A former Saipan dive master pleads guilty to possession of child pornography.
Moses Cabrera enters the courtroom with his fate resting on the hands of the court.
Gold Gym Saipan is hosting a 12 week transformation challenge with $1,000 and a one year gym membership at stake.
In Sports, a Saipan native black belt no-gi world champion teaches a class to give back to the community.
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- Title
- KSPN2 News January 14, 2026
- Runtime
- 31:14
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
- Description
- THE FORMER CHAIR OF IMPERIAL PACIFIC INTERNATIONAL IS BEHIND BARS IN THE CNMI.
THE DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS COMMISSIONER EXPLAINS JUST HOW CUI WILL BE SPENDING HER STAY.
MOSES CABRERA ACCEPTS A PLEA AGREEMENT AND ESPOUSES HIS GUILT TODAY IN SUPERIOR COURT.
26 SENIORS FROM MOUNT CARMEL HAVE AN IMMERSIVE JAPANESE EXPERIENCE, WITHOUT LEAVING HOME.
AND WELCOME TO SAIPAN: SISTER ISLAND VISITS FROM TRAVELERS NEAR AND FAR.
SAIPAN'S CAROL LEE IS AT THE AUSTRALIAN OPEN, WITH TENNIS RACKET IN HAND, AND WINNING....GDAY!
- Title
- KSPN2 News January 12, 2026
- Runtime
- 32:36
- Date posted
- 9 months ago
- Description
- -THE COMMENT PERIOD FOR THE BUREAU OF OCEAN AND ENERGY MANAGEMENT'S REQUEST FOR INFORMATION AND INTEREST PROCESS ENDS ON JANUARY 12. WE HEAR FROM A BOEM REPRESENTATIVE, CNMI OFFICIAL, AND GUAM OFFICIAL.
-A PHYSICAL ASSESSMENT IS CONDUCTED BY THE CNMI DEPARTMENT OF FIRE AND EMERGENCY SERVICES IN PREPARATION FOR A WILDLAND FIREFIGHTER TEST IN THE COMING MONTHS.
-FANS GATHER AROUND AS THE KOREAN NATIONAL BASEBALL TEAM TRAIN AT THE OLEAI SPORTS COMPLEX ON SAIPAN.
-DOES THE HUNTER BECOME THE PREY? THE FIRST E SPORTS COMPETITION IN THE CNMI CAPTURES JUAN UNEXPECTED CHAMPION.
-THE MARIANAS VISITORS AUTHORITY'S SAIPAN SUGARCANE RAILROAD JOURNEY RUN IS SCHEDULED TO TAKE PLACE ON SATURDAY, JANUARY 17.
-IN THE HEART OF THE COLD OF WINTER, THE WONDER OF A NEW YORK MINUTE.
THE PAU PAU BIATHLON: WHERE THEY SPLASH AND THEY SPIN BUT ONLY A FEW CAN WIN.
- Title
- A Naturopathic New Year Dr Daniel Lamar
- Runtime
- 37:11
- Date posted
- 9 months ago
- Description
- Dr. Daniel Lamar shares his journey into naturopathic medicine and a selection of plant remedies from his farm in Saipan. 01.08.26
- Title
- KSPN2 News January 09, 2026
- Runtime
- 39:01
- Date posted
- 9 months ago
- Description
- A DEEPER LOOK INTO DEEP SEA MINING PROPOSED IN LOCAL WATERS.
ALSO A MEMBER OF THE LOS ANGELES DODGERS IS COMING TO SAIPAN TO TRAIN.
AND WELCOME TO SAIPAN, A GROUP FROM JAPAN DIGGING INTO LOCAL HISTORY.
IN SPORTS, WHAT STARTED IN 1985, HOW MUCH IT'S GROWN, AND THE FUTURE OF NMI SPORTS.
- Title
- KSPN2 News January 07, 2025
- Runtime
- 36:42
- Date posted
- 9 months ago
- Description
- In Tonight’s News, Operation Absolute Resolve: a coordinated US Military action intended to capture Venezuelan President, Nicolas Madura, and his wife was deemed a military success.
Greenland has once again found itself in the international spotlight, this time over renewed attention from the United States.
With the comment period on deep sea mining closing in, a meeting on Tinian is being held in the upcoming week.
In this week’s “Your Humanities Half-Hour” host Catherine Perry sits down with a doctor that studied both at a naturopathic school and a traditional medical school.
In Sports, the look back on 40 years of the Northern Marianas Sports Association continues.
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- Title
- KSPN2 News January 05, 2026
- Runtime
- 33:11
- Date posted
- 9 months ago
- Description
- In Tonight’s News, police arrest a man on aiding and abetting charges for his actions in an altercation that turned deadly.
The CNMI Public School System will soon adopt a decrease from two Mondays without instructional time per pay period to one.
The Marianas Business Network generates a jump start into 2026.
A longtime educator is honored as she leaves with over 4 decades of shaping the youth of the CNMI.
We take a look back into some notable stories throughout 2025 such as the 80th anniversary of the atomic bombing of Hiroshima and the CNMI’s new global branding to help visitors understand the stories of the Marianas.
In Sports, we continue our look back on 40 years of the Northern Marianas Sports Association.
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- Title
- KSPN2 News January 02, 2026
- Runtime
- 37:37
- Date posted
- 9 months ago
- Description
- In Tonight’s News, Happy New Year CNMI! We head out to see how people are celebrating before the New Year.
We close 2025 and head into 2026 with some New Year resolutions.
The very first baby of 2026 is born just a few hours into the New Year.
We look back at some memorable news stories in the year 2025.
In Sports, we head back to 1985 when the Northern Marianas Sports Association got things rolling.
- Title
- KSPN2 News December 31, 2025
- Runtime
- 36:29
- Date posted
- 9 months ago
- Description
- In Tonight’s News, a longtime Saipan favorite is scaling back. What does this mean for the island's small business landscape?
Luxury brand retailer, The Arc, closes its doors in Saipan.
An internal investigation is underway at the Department of Public Safety following serious allegations of police misconduct involving two officers.
An emergency session is called in the House of Representatives on New Year's Eve.
The Japanese Society of the Northern Mariana Islands close off the year with their mochi pounding event.
In The Arts, New York Times bestselling spy novelist Marc Cameron sits down for a chat.
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