KSPN2 News

Title: KSPN2 News March 14, 2025
Runtime: 32:49
Date posted: 2 years ago
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Title: KSPN2 News March 12, 2025
Runtime: 30:50
Date posted: 2 years ago
Description: In Tonight’s News, we take a look back at a devastating earthquake and tsunami that left thousands dead in Japan while residents in the CNMI awaited for a predicted wave to hit the shores.

We take a look at a business in Guam that is taking a new local approach to diversify amenities for tourists.

In our ongoing segment, “Welcome to Saipan!”, we meet with passengers who are returning or visiting the Marianas for the very first time.

We follow KSPN2’s Dan Shor as he sits down with students from Marianas High School to join in a conversation.

In this week's preview of Your Humanities Half-Hour, host Catherine Perry sits down with the Oregon Humanities Executive Director and their Program Director.

In Sports, 28 boats set out in the Saipan lagoon in this year's Annual Wahoo in the Marianas.

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Title: Off Road Guam Adventures at "The Ranch"
Runtime: 1:24
Date posted: 2 years ago
Description: Come experience the very best in Off Roading at the Guam Adventures "Ranch" inside Leo Palace. Cross bridges, navigate trails, explore bamboo groves, meadows, streams, and more with ocean views in the center of Guam. Bring your best friend. Book now at guamadventures.com

Title: KSPN2 News March 10, 2025
Runtime: 30:38
Date posted: 2 years ago
Description: In Tonight’s News, a jury finds a local man not guilty on a murder charge but guilty of aggravated assault and battery in a laundromat fight that ended with a man dead.

Third-party custodian is denied for a local woman in court for robbery and assault.

Political union with the United States of America came with agreements listed in the covenant but our leader questions over two decades of unchanged appropriations and its allocations.

New law enforcement officers take on the stage as they are celebrated for their dedication and commitment to the CNMI in this past week's Department of Corrections 10th Cycle Graduation.

A week-long workshop is held bringing together 5 Pacific Island Jurisdictions to be prepared for disasters and emergencies.

In Sports, visitors from all over the world flew in to take on the Saipan Marathon this past weekend.

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2024 Governor's Humanities Awardee John S Castro, Jr.

Title: 2024 Governor's Humanities Awardee John S Castro, Jr.
Runtime: 33:53
Date posted: 2 years ago
Description: John S. Castro, Jr., the 2024 Governor's Humanities Awardee for Preservation of CNMI History, shares about his life of learning about and sharing Marianas history and culture. 03 06 25

Title: KSPN2 News March 07, 2025
Runtime: 34:08
Date posted: 2 years ago
Description: In Tonight’s News, the Governor seeks to repurpose funds already allocated to the CNMI for economic recovery.

An off-island doctor testifies on behalf of the defense in the murder trial of Tagabuel vs. The CNMI.

Zoning gives updates on enforcing a 2018 law passed by legislature at this week's chamber meeting.

In our ongoing segment, “Welcome to Saipan!”, we meet with incoming passengers who are looking to celebrate this weekend.

With the Skechers Saipan Marathon coming this weekend, we give some race information to look out for.

We highlight a school giving students the assistance needed to advance in academics.

In Sports, 4 highschools took to the Saipan lagoon in this past weekend's va’a races.

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Title: KSPN2 News March 05, 2025
Runtime: 32:09
Date posted: 2 years ago
Description: In Tonight’s News, a local fisherman in jail on charges of murdering his brother is ready to plead guilty, but the hearing to do so is delayed.

A sizable eruption in the big island of Hawaii as a former Saipan resident is there in the action.

In our ongoing segment, “Welcome to Saipan”, we meet with fruit bat researchers and an Alaskan resident coming home after more than a decade.

We take a look at a prominent sports figure here in the Marianas as he is part of the ceremonial hosts of the 40 Year Celebration of NMSA Awards.

In your Humanities Half-Hour, host Catherine Perry delves in to cultural history and its preservation.

In Sports, PSS Badminton Championships were held this past week with only one school getting the gold.

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Title: KSPN2 News March 03, 2025
Runtime: 29:06
Date posted: 2 years ago
Description: An update on the Jury Trial in a 2nd degree Murder Charge where authorities say a punch led to the death of a man who was causing a disruption at a local poker and laundry area. Arrivals to the Marianas are down by double digits. And a scenic road with an ocean view on the "alaskan side" of Saipan, was funded by an Alaskan-Saipan friendship. Cool story, check it out. Subscribers help us out, so if you love your local news press that subscribe button. Story ideas email us at chris@kspn2.com

Grace Christian Ministries - Rev Raymond Kinsella, Rev Michael Rodgers

Title: Grace Christian Ministries - Rev Raymond Kinsella, Rev Michael Rodgers
Runtime: 32:40
Date posted: 2 years ago
Description: Founding Chairman Rev. Raymond Kinsella and current Chairman Rev. Michael Rodgers of Grace Christian Ministries share highlights from the 40 year history of the organization in The Marianas.
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Title: KSPN2 News February 28, 2025
Runtime: 38:24
Date posted: 2 years ago
Description: Tonight Saipan's Jeff Taylor is elected into the CNMI Hall of Fame and we feature a very special KSPN2 Production that looks back at 40 Years of Sports in the Northern Marianas Islands. Call it 40 for 40 it starts at 9:26

Title: KSPN2 News February 26, 2025
Runtime: 36:52
Date posted: 2 years ago
Description: In Tonight’s News, with the new U.S Administration assuming executive power, the Department of Homeland Security and the U.S Immigration and Customs Enforcement are operating this order on Saipan.

A law that was passed a number of years ago is putting pressure on local building owners.

The murder trial of Calvin Tagabuel vs. The CNMI has been delayed due to the motion of potential undue prosecutorial influence.

The CNMI’s continues to show as the Marianas High School hosts Japanese exchange students for the 40th time.

In this week's Your Humanities Half-Hour, host Catherine Perry sits down with Grace Christian Academy’s Chairman of the Board Reverend Michael Rodgers as he celebrates 40 years of Grace Christian Ministries.

In our ongoing segment, “Welcome to Saipan!”, we meet with a drone team arriving back home from competition and a Kansas native showing his family around.

In Sports, tennis p...

Title: KSPN2 News February 24, 2025
Runtime: 37:08
Date posted: 2 years ago
Description: In Tonight’s News, a trade show brings in small business owners all across the Marianas.

In the ongoing murder trial of Tagabuel vs. The CNMI, prosecutors were expected to call in a CHCC doctor who performed the pathology report on the victim to the stands.

KSPN2’s Chris Nelson reports on a resort on the neighboring island of Guam who are taking small steps to reinvent itself.

The Saipan lagoon while being beautiful has some things to be cautious of as one paddler finds out the hard way.

In the recent CNMI Society of Professional Journalism’s General Meeting, they met with members of the CNMI Child Protective Services to talk about their mission while also sharing some recent data.

In Sports, we highlight Mau Fatuul as it was celebrated this past weekend on Kilili Beach, Saipan.

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Exploring Latte of The Marianas-Leila Fleming Staffler

Title: Exploring Latte of The Marianas-Leila Fleming Staffler
Runtime: 29:49
Date posted: 2 years ago
Description: producer and director Leila Fleming Staffler shares about the first three films in her series "Exploring Latte of The Marianas. 02.20.25

Title: KSPN2 News February 21, 2025
Runtime: 31:17
Date posted: 2 years ago
Description: In Tonight’s News, the House of Representatives continues its pursuit of a house bill that is currently stalled within the Senate.

Local high school students take the court as a Mock Trial competition determines who will represent the CNMI in the upcoming Nationals in Arizona.

DFS Saipan will be ceasing its operations in both the Garapan and Saipan International Airports at the end of April 2025.

In our ongoing segment, “Welcome to Saipan!”, we get to know some first time visitors of the Marianas and see what they have planned on their trip.

In this week's preview of Your Humanities Half-Hour host Catherin Perry sits down with a local filmmaker featuring Latte Stones found in the Marianas.

Local Tahitian dancers take to the sunset of the Skippers Bar at Saipan.

In Sports, young local tennis players hit the court with seasoned veterans in the White Coconut Classic Signature Event.

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Title: KSPN2 News February 19, 2025
Runtime: 34:16
Date posted: 2 years ago
Description: In Tonight’s News, a compromise is reached by the House of Representatives on the 2025 budget.

The murder trial of Calvin Tagabuel vs. the CNMI continues at the Saipan Superior Court.

A U.S Representative writes to the Department of Homeland Security to end VISA Free travel for Chinese Nationals in the CNMI.

In our ongoing segment, “Welcome to Saipan!”, we meet with incoming passengers who are arriving home and who are first time visitors of the CNMI.

We take a look at the rise of prices of eggs in the community.

In this week's Your Humanities Half-Hour, host Catherine Perry sits with Leila Staffler to discuss her film Exploring Latte in the Marianas.

In Sports, we feature some Tahitian dancers who performed at the Marianas Beach Resort this past week.

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Title: KSPN2 News February 17, 2025
Runtime: 33:45
Date posted: 2 years ago
Description: In Tonight's News, in last month's bench trial of the CNMI vs. Shayne Villanueva, a not guilty verdict does not make this case closed just yet.

A new managing director has been announced and named for the Marianas Visitors Authority.

A collaboration between NM Tech and the CNMI Public School System, a graduation was held for the competition of the Hospitality and Management program.

A long time resident swimmer leaves home to study abroad in the land of the rising sun.

In our ongoing segment, “Welcome to Saipan”, our Jason Sanchez meets with incoming first time visitors of the CNMI and residents leaving.

And in Sports, community resident, Glenn Policare, speaks on his lifestyle change of losing 100 pounds.

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Valentine's Day Special 2025 - Tony & Susan Satur

Title: Valentine's Day Special 2025 - Tony & Susan Satur
Runtime: 30:53
Date posted: 2 years ago
Description: on this Valentine's Day Special Tony & Susan Satur share from their 40+ years of marriage. 02.13.25

Title: KSPN2 News February 14, 2025
Runtime: 33:03
Date posted: 2 years ago
Description: In Tonight’s News, CNMI Community Members meet and celebrate the Emperor of Japan’s birthday celebration.

Members of the Legislature and Senate meet with the newly formed Council of the Marianas to hear their take on the Free Trade Zone Act.

We take a look at some “Working Cones’ found almost all over the roads in the community.

The Saipan Hash House Harriers celebrate their 2,100 runs throughout the island.

We take a look at what's to offer every Saturday at the Sabalu Farmers Market held in Garapan.

In this week’s Your Humanities Half-Hour, host Catherine Perry meets two individuals who share their love story.

In Sports, in preparation for the Pacific Mini Games hosted in Palau, two individuals host a triathlon to be held once a month.

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Title: KSPN2 News February 12, 2025
Runtime: 33:07
Date posted: 2 years ago
Description: In Tonight’s News, a man stands in front of a jury to decide his fate in the accusations of committing second degree murder.

We take a look at a spree of schools of jellyfish spotted in Saipan beaches.

We take a look at newly elected Delegate to the United States Congress, Kimberlyn King-Hinds, as she writes a letter to the President of the United States.

We met with two individuals who have been traveling across the Pacific via boat.

Miss Northern Marianas Earth hosted a sustainable fashion show competition at the Grand Rio Resort.

In our ongoing segment, “Welcome to Saipan!”, KSPN2’s Jason Sanchez meets with incoming passengers arriving back home.

In Sports, the NMI National Junior Tennis Players will be making their way to FIJI to compete in the POJC.

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Title: KSPN2 News February 10, 2025
Runtime: 38:09
Date posted: 2 years ago
Description: In Tonight's News, catch up on Super Bowl Monday here on Saipan as we see fans and patrons of the island in high spirits.

A local man accused of domestic violence and reckless driving wants to plead “Not guilty.”

We take a look at the Bureau of Environmental and Coastal Quality and their committed mission for the CNMI.

The Television Program, Destination Unknown, has traveled all around the world and now their next destination? The CNMI.

In the recent general meeting for the Marianas Visitors Authority, members discussed different ideas and strategies to bring tourism numbers back up.

And in Sports, local high school outrigger teams take the waters in this weekend’s competition.

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Herman & Maria Deleon Guerrero - Jesus T Deleon Guerrero, Herman T Deleon Guerrero

Title: Herman & Maria Deleon Guerrero - Jesus T Deleon Guerrero, Herman T Deleon Guerrero
Runtime: 34:21
Date posted: 2 years ago
Description: Herman and Jesus Tenorio Deleon Guerrero share stories about their parents Herman and Maria "Marakita" Deleon Guerrero, early entrepreneurs in The Marianas following WWII and the founders of Saipan's longest running bakery, Herman's Modern Bakery.
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Title: KSPN2 News February 07, 2025
Runtime: 34:43
Date posted: 2 years ago
Description: In Tonight’s News, the National Public Radio Station in the CNMI, KPRG, is looking to increase listenership in order to maintain its foothold in the CNMI.

A former local hotel general manager has been nominated to serve on the CPA Board.

In our ongoing segment, “Welcome to Saipan!”, we meet with incoming passengers and passengers leaving.

We take a look at a featured film that will be screened at the American Memorial Park.

In this week's Your Humanities Half-Hour, host Catherine Perry sits down with two of the siblings of the Hermans Bakery Family.

In Sports, the NMI National Junior tennis players faced athletes in Guam to compete in the National Tennis Federation Pacific Regional Championships to qualify for the POJC held in Fiji.

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Title: KSPN2 News February 05, 2025
Runtime: 33:43
Date posted: 2 years ago
Description: In Tonight's News, a change of plea deal is scheduled in court for two individuals accused of kidnapping and assaulting a taxi driver.

KSPN2 News interviews the NPR President and CEO on the challenges of airing regional news coverage.

In other court news, a Filipino man pleads guilty in the crime of trafficking drugs.

Last week, KSPN2 News aired whale sightings caught at Pau Pau Beach in Saipan inspired us to take a look back into our news archives for a whale beaching story that happened at Micro Beach.

In our ongoing segment, “Welcome to Saipan!”, we meet up with first time visitors at the Saipan International Airport.

And in Sports, Saipan’s Mt. Carmel High School is preparing to stage an original adaptation of a William Shakespeare play.

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Title: KSPN2 News February 03, 2025
Runtime: 33:27
Date posted: 2 years ago
Description: In Tonight’s News, two local residents enter a plea deal in court for trafficking cocaine.

What does a Trump Administration Directive mean for the Northern Marianas College student body?

We take a look at how the Marianas Visitors Authority plans to bring Japanese tourists back on the islands.

An event that is out of this world, the 2025 SoMe Awards highlights local social media influencers.

We take a look at the rebirth of the Farmers Market held at the Garapan Fishing Base.

And in Sports, local high school teams go head to head in an exciting game of badminton.

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Marianas Family Histories - Herman Tenorio Guerrero

Title: Marianas Family Histories - Herman Tenorio Guerrero
Runtime: 35:28
Date posted: 2 years ago
Description: genealogist Herman "Jun Pan" Tenorio Guerrero shares about his work researching and documenting family histories in The Marianas. 01.30.25

Title: KSPN2 News January 31, 2025
Runtime: 33:57
Date posted: 2 years ago
Description: In Tonight’s News, about 200 environmental officials arrive in Pohnpei for an environmental conference but get derailed hours later.

In the recent court proceedings of the BOOST case involving a former participant who was acquitted, what does this decision mean for the future of legislative investigations?

The Marianas Visitors Authority is still currently looking for a new leader to head local tourism efforts.

In our ongoing series, “Welcome to Saipan!”, we take a look at some memorable arrivals and also departures.

We look at a preview of this week's “Your Humanities Half-Hour” with host Catherine Perry as she explores the family histories in the Marianas.

And in Sports, we take a special look at Lunar New Year festivities happening at Skippers Bar in the newly opened Marianas Beach Resort.

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Title: KSPN2 News January 29, 2025
Runtime: 35:34
Date posted: 2 years ago
Description: In Tonight's News, a Commonwealth judge rules not guilty of a former boost program participant.

The Marianas Visitors Authority’s Korea region representatives share marketing strategies for the Marianas.

We take a special look at some Chinese New Year festivities happening in the island.

A viral video of whales seen beyond the reefs in the CNMI is circulating and the reason for their appearance is explained.

In our ongoing segment, “Welcome to Saipan!”, we take a look at arriving passengers and departing passengers who do not want to say goodbye just yet.

In Sports, a New Orleans native brings the healing and fun of yoga to the Saipan community.

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Title: KSPN2 News January 27, 2025
Runtime: 33:34
Date posted: 2 years ago
Description: In Tonight’s News, day one of the trial of the CNMI vs. Shayne VIllanueva begins.

A loving vacation turns violent as a couple is detained by police after an altercation at the Kensington Hotel.

During the Marianas Visitors Authority Bi-Annual General Meeting, the target market is questioned.

The Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve hosts a lunch event to recognize the employers of the CNMI and their support of service member employees.

We take a look at the Marianas Visitors Authorities tourist arrival numbers for the month of December.

In Sports, 4 local schools hit the water in their first Va’a Race of the year.

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Stories, Folktales & Legends Japan Motono Higuchi, Shigeki Okazaki Tenorio

Title: Stories, Folktales & Legends Japan Motono Higuchi, Shigeki Okazaki Tenorio
Runtime: 27:36
Date posted: 2 years ago
Description: our Stories, Folktales, and Legends series features Motono Higuchi and Shigeki Okazaki Tenorio sharing culture and folktales from Japan. 01.23.25

Title: KSPN2 News January 24, 2025
Runtime: 31:06
Date posted: 2 years ago
Description: In Tonight’s News, 26 guests from the Hiroshima Prefectural Assembly and Special Committee for International Peace, Multicultural Coexistence, and Promoting Investment in People visit the CNMI.

In this week's court news, a female individual is set for a status conference in accusations of theft.

In more court news, we take a look at a program that aids individuals who struggle with addiction away from the prison system to undergo rehabilitation treatment that prepares individuals to help serve a purpose in the community.

Atkins Kroll Saipan held a ribbon cutting ceremony for the grand opening of the brand new location located in Puerto Rico.

We take a look at the HANMI occupancy numbers for December 2024 for the 11 member hotels.

With the 2nd Annual Rota Marathon over, we asked the runners places to visit while on Rota.

In Sports, the local community prepares for the upcoming baseball season.

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Title: KSPN2 News January 22, 2025
Runtime: 33:50
Date posted: 2 years ago
Description: In Tonight’s News, the 3 minors who were charged in the case of an assault towards a taxi driver will not be charged as adults.

We head into court as we see cases leading into sentences, revoking of paroles, and some taking the initiative to give back to the community.

In our ongoing segment, “Welcome to Saipan!”, we met with incoming passengers as they traveled back home into the Marianas.

In this week's Your Humanities Half-Hour, host Catherine Perry sits down with two teachers from the Japanese Society of the Northern Marianas Islands as they share stories passed down from generations.

KSPN2 remembers and honors a prominent member of our community, Bob Bracken.

In sports, we take a look at a growing sport in the CNMI with a very interesting name.

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Title: KSPN2 News January 20, 2025
Runtime: 39:07
Date posted: 2 years ago
Description: In Tonight’s News, the CNMI recognizes and honors Martin King Jr. on MLK Day.

Local public figures speak on the possible closure of DFS Saipan and what this means for the tourism economy of the CNMI.

The nonprofit, Trade Council of the Marianas, was created to attract and assist outside investments for the CNMI.

In more news on MLK Day, in honor of Martin Luther King Jr., volunteers assembled to give back to the community.

The KSPN2 News Station was visited by 15 exchange students from Korea where they took a tour of the station while learning about how the show runs.

In Sports, we head to the friendly island of Rota as runners test their endurance in the 2nd Annual Rota Marathon.

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Governor's Humanities Awardee Jonas Barcinas

Title: Governor's Humanities Awardee Jonas Barcinas
Runtime: 31:43
Date posted: 2 years ago
Description: 2024 Governor's Humanities Awardee for Outstanding Humanities Teacher in a Non-classroom Setting Jonas Barcinas shares about his work sharing the Chamorro culture through dance, language and more. 01.16.25

Title: KSPN2 News January 17, 2025
Runtime: 33:04
Date posted: 2 years ago
Description: In Tonight’s News, two male individuals find themselves behind bars in a home burglary case in Chalan Kanoa.

The Marianas Visitors Authorities Managing Director, Chris Conception, resigns from his role.

The CNMI Department of Commerce in partnership with Marianas Business Network hosted a course where small business owners received support and learned some new creative strategies to advance their companies.

In our ongoing segment, “Welcome to Saipan!”, KSPN2’s own Jason Sanchez meets with arriving passengers at the Saipan International Airport.

The Discovery Channel will feature the CNMI in an episode of their show Expedition Unknown.

In this week’s preview of Your Humanities Half-Hour, host Catherine Perry sits down with Jonas Barcinas who is the 2024 Governor's Humanities Awardee.

In Sports, CNMI paddlers are back in the waters as they prepare for the upcoming Pacific Mini Games hosted in Palau.

Title: KSPN2 News January 15, 2025
Runtime: 33:05
Date posted: 2 years ago
Description: In Tonight’s News, two individuals were arrested for possession and trafficking of cocaine.

A man who was arrested for indecent exposure to the second-degree and disturbing the peace was ordered to receive a competency evaluation.

KSPN2 News takes a look at the recent California Fires as forecasters predict that a new round of wind could ignite a new series of fires.

We take a look as high school seniors may get a chance to go to the most prestigious colleges and universities in the United States.

In our ongoing series, “Welcome to Saipan”, we meet up with upcoming passengers at the Saipan International Airport to see what they’re up to during their trip on Saipan.

In Sports, we meet with 500 Sails as they discuss the cultural significance and their purpose.

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Title: KSPN2 News January 13, 2025
Runtime: 31:53
Date posted: 2 years ago
Description: In Tonight’s News, another pillar of the tourism economy of the CNMI is coming to a close as DFS is shutting down operations in both T Galleria and Airport locations.

The House of Representatives and Senate swear in new legislatures for the upcoming term.

A man accused of burglary and theft on Christmas Eve pleads not guilty to the charges in court.

The Department of Corrections together with NMTech awards 12 men with certificates in the Professional Trade of Carpentry.

In Sports, with the upcoming Pacific Mini Games that is being hosted in Palau, the CNMI PAddling Community gathers to discuss National Team Eligibility, Team Member Consistency, and Race Events.

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Marianas Journalism & the Newsroom Mark Rabago

Title: Marianas Journalism & the Newsroom Mark Rabago
Runtime: 29:34
Date posted: 2 years ago
Description: longtime Marianas reporter and editor Mark Rabago shares from his experience about the unique aspects of journalism and the newsroom in The Marianas. 01.09.25

Title: KSPN2 News January 10, 2025
Runtime: 32:52
Date posted: 2 years ago
Description: In Tonight’s News, local businesses let their concerns be heard to the CNMI Governor during the Marianas Business Network Mixer.

In other news, after a three year absence as a political Independent, Governor Arnold Palacios rejoins the Republican National Party.

Sentencing for former law clerk who was found guilty of sexual assault in the first degree and disturbing the peace has been postponed.

We follow a first time visitor on Saipan to see what they think of their stay thus far.

As the 23rd Legislature holds their last and final session, we hear some words from the departing representatives.

In our ongoing segment, “Welcome to Saipan!”, we take a look at arriving and departing passengers and ask about their upcoming trips and experiences.

In Sports, we got our sun hats and sunblocks ready as we head down to the ocean as we tag along with 500 Sails.

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Title: KSPN2 News January 08, 2025
Runtime: 27:33
Date posted: 2 years ago
Description: In Tonight’s News, the closing session of the 23rd Saipan and Northern Islands Legislative Delegation saw opportunities for the community and for a local non profit.

A long time local business man passes away after snorkeling in LaoLao Bay on Saipan.

A tourist suffers a heart attack while on a tour site at the Grotto.

Senate President, Edith Guererro, gives parting words and advice at the end of the 23rd Saipan and Northern Islands Legislative Delegation.

In our ongoing segment, “Welcome to Saipan!”, we met passengers parting ways going to Guam, Japan, and even Los Angeles.

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Title: KSPN2 News January 06, 2025
Runtime: 32:53
Date posted: 2 years ago
Description: In Tonight’s News, a retired US Army Lieutenant Colonel gets recognized at the CNMI Senate.

The 23rd Legislature bids farewell and clears out their offices for the next lawmakers to get into office.

KSPN2 visits a Japanese Cemetery as the holiday season comes to an end as we take a look at a traditional ceremonial Japanese Burial.

Local community member, TJ Manglona, shares his experience of the stages of grief as he remembers and celebrates his late daughter.

In our ongoing segment, “Welcome to Saipan!”We meet some excited individuals who shared their experiences of the New Year celebrated on Saipan.

In Sports, a four-time masters world champion and record holder for weightlifting hosts a weightlifting technique seminar to the community.

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2025 CNMI State Teacher of the Year Yeji Lee

Title: 2025 CNMI State Teacher of the Year Yeji Lee
Runtime: 23:25
Date posted: 2 years ago
Description: 2025 CNMI State Teacher of the Year Yeji Lee shares her perspectives on teaching and inspiring students to learn. 01.02.25

Title: KSPN2 News January 03, 2025
Runtime: 35:21
Date posted: 2 years ago
Description: In Tonight’s News, the community bids farewell as Saipan’s longest running and only newspaper source, Saipan Tribune, closes its doors.

We hear from incoming tourists who are visiting the CNMI before and after the New Year.

Catherine Perry sits down with 2025 CNMI State Teacher of the Year, Yeji Lee, in this week's Your Humanities Half-Hour.

We take a look back at news stories that shook the community in the year 2024.

As the year 2024 has ended, we take a look at the various celebrations that happened all across Saipan.

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Title: KSPN2 News January 01, 2025
Runtime: 1:02:35
Date posted: 2 years ago
Description: In Tonight’s News, we take a look back at Headline News Stories that shaped our community throughout the year in 2024.

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Title: KSPN2 News December 30, 2024
Runtime: 37:38
Date posted: 2 years ago
Description: In Tonight’s News, former President, Jimmy Carter, passes away at the age of 100 years old.

In Superior Court, two men were arrested and charged, one for burglary and attempting to sell the stolen items, and the other for assault and battery and domestic abuse.

We take a look back at KSPN2’s trip to Hokkaido, Japan, as we take you to popular tourist destinations.

Our KSPN2’s own Chris Nelson takes us on a special tour around Tokyo, Japan, as they start the new year with crisp and cool weather.

We continue to look back at more news stories of 2024 that helped shape the community of the Marianas and visit an important hotel that recently closed its doors.

In Sports, we take a look back as KSPN2 sat down with one of the NMI’s best baseball players as he shares stories and his love for the game.

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Marianas Human Remains Rematriation Leonard Leon, Martha Yftheg

Title: Marianas Human Remains Rematriation Leonard Leon, Martha Yftheg
Runtime: 27:38
Date posted: 2 years ago
Description: Executive Director Leonard Leon of the Northern Mariana Islands Museum of History & Culture and Historian Martha Yiftheg of the CNMI Historic Preservation Office share about the rematriation of human remains to The Marianas from Californai in November 2024. 12.26.24

Title: KSPN2 News December 27, 2024
Runtime: 34:20
Date posted: 2 years ago
Description: In Tonight’s News, Governor Arnold Palacios announces that he will be joining the Republican Party.

A man changes is appearing in court to change his plea of not guilty to guilty for counts of sexual abuse of a minor.

In more court news, a woman appears in superior court requesting bail modifications for her charges of robbery and disturbing the peace.

We head to the Japanese Society of the Northern Mariana Islands as they prepare for the New Year with Mochi.

We take a look back at news stories that shook the community in the year 2024 from a double homicide to airlines closing its doors.

In Sports, Joe Diaz gets recognized by the Senate for his contribution to the community in the sport of basketball.

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Title: KSPN2 News December 25, 2024
Runtime: 34:21
Date posted: 2 years ago
Description: In Tonight’s News, our own Dan Shor gives us a look back at Christmas in the Marianas with a holiday rhyme.

We tour the island as members of the community give their holiday messages.

We go back and recap the NMI Team as they made their way to the 2023 Pacific Games in the Solomon Islands.

In Sports, Boogie Down in Obyan Beach saw many competitors not just in the local community, but also coming in from our neighboring islands.

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Title: KSPN2 News December 23, 2024
Runtime: 31:32
Date posted: 2 years ago
Description: In Tonight’s News, A local fisherman is recognized by the Commonwealth House of Representatives for their contributions in sharing the knowledge and experience of fishing.

The US Secretary of Interior is designating new historic landmarks with one being on the island of Rota and in Guam.

We take a listen to the Marianas High School Rhythm and Harmony Glee Club as they serenade the night for this Holiday Season.

In our ongoing series, “Welcome to Saipan!”, we meet incoming passengers arriving home for the holidays.

KSPN2 News' very own Chris Nelson takes us on a tour of Frankfurt, Germany.

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Title: KSPN2 News December 20, 2024
Runtime: 35:54
Date posted: 2 years ago
Description: In Tonight's News, a suspect is behind bars for a hit and run that led to the fatality of the victim.

The Department of Public Safety gives a special message to the community that reiterates the importance of safe driving.

A man is found guilty and given a sentence for tampering of a water meter.

A new air service that will serve to transport passengers in between the islands may start very soon.

In our ongoing series, “Welcome to Saipan!”, we meet up with members of the community who are coming in, or leaving, for a holiday vacation.

KSPN2’s own Chris Nelson brings us on a tour around Portugal as he cruises around and gives some insightful historical facts.

In Sports, we headed down to Obyan Beach as the 2024 Boogie Down saw many vendors showing off their products.

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In Search of Chamorro Place Names Dr Thomas Stoltz, Dr Nataliya Levkovych

Title: In Search of Chamorro Place Names Dr Thomas Stoltz, Dr Nataliya Levkovych
Runtime: 35:34
Date posted: 2 years ago
Description: linguists Dr. Thomas Stoltz and Dr. Nataliya Levkovych share about their study of the Chamorro language and the search for Chamorro place names in the Northern Islands of The Marianas. 12.12.24

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