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Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — Two men, identified by police as Eli Pa and Stanley Saletonu, were arrested in connection with an alleged violent late-night assault outside a bar in Tafuna, on February 22, 2026.
The defendants were later arrested and charged with:
Count 1: Assault in the Third Degree,...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — On February 13, 2026, a man identified as Sylvest Peverita was arrested and charged following a domestic disturbance that escalated into property damage at a residence in Pava’ia’i.
The defendant was later charged with:
Count 1: Private Peace Disturbance, a class C...
Washington, D.C. — Congresswoman Uifa’atali Amata is highlighting key steps the U.S. should take in the region, especially in light of reports of China’s extensive data and ocean mapping efforts in the Indo-Pacific.
“China will not hesitate to take our fish and minerals first and let people ask...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — It is no secret that marine debris, whether unintentional or intentional, poses a serious threat to our marine ecosystems and to our own health.
Microplastics impact our marine food chain and end up inside us. Derelict fishing nets and plastic soda can holders suffocate...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — The dramatic confrontation inside the House of Representatives last week Tuesday that led to one of the most severe disciplinary actions the Legislature has taken in recent memory has led to the Gov. Pulaali’i Nikolao Pula sending a letter, dated March 24, 2026 to the...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — The Dept. of Health confirms six cases of leptospirosis reported since January, including five cases identified in March. The outbreak has shown signs of increased severity, with two patients requiring intensive care and one fatality reported, prompting health...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — On March 5, 2026, a violent confrontation involving a father and son in Pago Pago resulted in the arrest of Daniel Tamaalemalo.
The suspect was later charged with:
Count 1: Assault in the Third Degree (DV), class A misdemeanor punishable by imprisonment for up to one...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — A concerned mother reported to the local authorities, on January 13, 2026, that the village mayor allegedly assaulted her 17 year-old son, at approximately 10 p.m., near a bus stop by a family residence.
The matter was formally reported to police the following day after...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — In a landmark move to bolster digital sovereignty and security in the Pacific, the United States government announced a $132 million funding package. This investment ensures that the Republic of the Marshall Islands (RMI) and American Samoa are fully integrated into...
Washington, D.C. — Uifa’atali Amata is highlighting National Agriculture Day 2026, themed “Agriculture: Together We Grow” which celebrates abundance and expresses appreciation for all those who grow and harvest foods.
“Happy National Agriculture Day to our nation’s farmers, especially our own here...