June 2026
Man arrested during domestic disturbance
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — On May 25, 2026, local police responded to a domestic dispute that led to the arrest of a man who allegedly assaulted his wife in front of their children.
PPD charge in Fagatogo area along the busy public roadway
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — On May 22, 2026, Rocky Lavasi'i was arrested following an incident in Fagatogo village that authorities say involved disorderly behavior along a busy public roa
Nauru introduces one-day tobacco sale and import ban under new law
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — Nauru has banned the sale and import of tobacco products for one day of the year.
American Samoa’s July 4th celebration will be “one for the books”
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — A full slate of major community events and tournaments are on tap to mark America’s 250th Independence Day on July 4th.
Little Fire Ants continue to spread in American Samoa
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — Little Fire Ants (LFA) are continuing to be a concern in American Samoa since the invasive species was first detected in 2018.
Underway at the American Samoa Community College photo & caption
The FEMA National Emergency Management Basic Academy (NEMBA) is underway at the American Samoa Community College, bringing together inclusive-Emergency Management trainees and recent graduates, as
Biz owner charged following allegations of sexual abuse and assault of a minor
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — On May 15, 2026, a 78-year-old business owner appeared before the District Court facing criminal charges following allegations that he sexually assaulted a teen
Young girl allegedly raped by her cousin when she asked to use his computer
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — On May 8, 2026, local investigators were assigned to investigate a complaint of alleged sex crimes against a 15-year-old female minor by a relative who resides
Amata highlights $96,750 HHS grant supporting children and youth with special health care needs
Washington, D.C. — Congresswoman Uifa’atali Aumua Amata Coleman Radewagen is highlighting a federal grant award of $96,750 to the American Samoa Department of Health through the U.S.