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Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — Dozens of people rallied outside the Anchorage courthouse Friday in support of a family of Whittier residents from American Samoa being arraigned on charges of illegal voting, in a case that may have reverberations for a national effort to extend full citizenship rights...
Washington, D.C. — Congresswoman Uifa’atali Amata is applauding entrepreneurship for Small Business Week, and thanking small businesses for their important role in the community.
“Small businesses are the heartbeat of our economy. You mean so much to our community. May your diligent planning lead...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — On February 28, 2025, an individual called the Tafuna Police Substation (TPS) asking for assistance regarding a man allegedly causing a disturbance during prayer service.
The suspect was apprehended and resisted arrest but was later detained and charged with:
Count 1:...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — On March 3, 2025, a concerned father contacted the Fagatogo Police Station (FPS) and reported that his daughter was allegedly assaulted by her husband and was hiding at a store waiting for help.
The suspect was not found at the time of the incident but was later charged...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — Last Friday morning marked the official opening of the newly renovated cafeteria at LBJ Tropical Medical Center. The project included a comprehensive overhaul and expansion of the existing facility, along with the installation of state-of-the-art equipment designed to...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — When the Senate held a hearing to examine the status of government payouts on Wednesday, March 19, 2025, queries about the government’s finances were also made. In particular, whether the government would be able to meet its budget projections by the end of the FY 2025....
Washington, D.C. — Congresswoman Uifa’atali Amata is highlighting National Nurses Week (May 6-12) and National Nurses Day — as well as sending out special appreciation to teachers this Teacher Appreciation Week (May 5-9) and National Teacher Day, today, May 6.
“In the manner of Proverbs 17:22, our...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — On February 5, 2025, a woman called the Tafuna Police Substation (TPS) and requested assistance in removing a man who allegedly broke into one of her properties.
The suspect was arrested and later charged with Count 1: Trespass, a class B misdemeanor punishable by...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — On February 28, 2025, a bystander called the Tafuna Police Station (TPS) and reported an alleged brawl. Investigation later revealed that a minor was seriously injured after being jumped by more than eight individuals.
The main suspect fled the scene but was later...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — A CDC investigation notice regarding a multi-state outbreak of Salmonella infections has been posted: www.cdc.gov/salmonella/outbreaks/mbandaka-05-01/index.html
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Seven people in six states have gotten sick from Salmonella after contact with backyard poultry...