Alarmed by the disparity of consumer prices between the CNMI and Guam, a legislator has urged administration officials to investigate shipping companies, wholesalers and retailers who may be responsible for jacking up the cost of goods being sold on the island.

On the heels of his new attempt to strip CNMI authority over its immigration, U.S. Sen. Frank Murkowski (R-Alaska) expressed fear over capability of federal officials to enforce the Immigration and Nationality Act in the Northern Marianas in view of the current Guam's conditions.

The Commonwealth Ports Authority is studying various financing scheme to raise the additional $9 to $11 million needed to carry out the expansion of West Tinian Airport, according to Carlos H. Salas, executive director.

Robber strikes at Stanford Hotel The Stanford Hotel is the latest victim of theft and robbery incident which continued to plague the island. Early Thursday morning, an unidentified male walked into the hotel asking for a room to stay. However, he surprised the female employee,...