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Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — On February 8, 2026, an individual contacted the Fagatogo Police Station (FPS) and reported that Ofele Punefu allegedly threatened his brother with a crowbar and a hammer during a late-night disturbance at their family home.
Mr. Punefu was later arrested and charged with...
Washington, D.C. — Congresswoman Uifa’atali Amata is highlighting Women’s History Month, which includes International Women’s Day (March 8), in honor of the women of American Samoa.
“Women’s History Month is a wonderful opportunity to remember with admiration the historic women of American Samoa’s...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — Senator Togiola Tulafono has voiced significant concerns regarding the proposed American Samoa Nurse Practice Act, which was recently introduced in the Senate. His apprehensions highlight the need for careful consideration and revision before the legislation can proceed...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — On January 31, 2026, a man from Iliili was arrested after he allegedly threatened to kill his parents, and damaged property inside their home, while later assaulted police officers who responded to the incident.
The defendant, Letofia Iosefa Paoapo, was taken into...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — On January 30, 2026, the Tafuna Police Substation (TPS) received a distress call reporting three men who were allegedly causing a disturbance. All three men were arrested following the disturbance involving alcohol consumption and loud noise in front of a store in Tafuna...
Pago Pago, American Samoa — Empowering Pacific Island Communities (EPIC) proudly acknowledges and thanks Ms. Tala Ropeti’s Psychology Class at American Samoa Community College for providing the first group donation to support the establishment of the American Samoa Community Food Bank.
The class...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — The Senate has declined to confirm Governor Pulaalii Nikolao Pula’s nomination of Theodore “Ted” Le’iato for another four-year term on the Board of Directors of the American Samoa Power Authority (ASPA). Le’iato received seven votes in favor and five against, falling...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — Flags of the United States and American Samoa are now being flown at half-staff as the territory mourns the passing of former Governor Lolo Matalasi Moliga, and recognizes his lifetime of dedicated service to the people of American Samoa. He passed away in Honolulu early...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — Amid rising tensions with Iran involving military strikes, two of American Samoa’s highest elected leaders are speaking out firmly to support the U.S. troops engaged in the conflict.
Governor Pulaalii Nikolao Pula released the following press statement saying his ...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — An alleged break‑in at a Vaitogi residence on January 26, 2026 has resulted in criminal charges filed against Leututu Toloafa, after police say he forcibly entered an occupied home and engaged in a lengthy physical struggle with the homeowner before fleeing the scene....