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Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — Little fire ants have been found on Tutuila for the first time. Their sting is painful and itchy, and they can harm plants and animals.
Please help protect our island by reporting any suspected infestations.
Little fire ants are only 1 millimeter long, orange, and slow-...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — On December 10, 2025, a victim in distress called the Fagatogo Police Station (FPS) and reported that a suspect had allegedly entered her home unlawfully and tried to rape her.
The suspect was later apprehended and charged with:
Count 1: Attempted Murder, a class C...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — On November 28, 2025, a man called the Fagatogo Police Station (FPS) to report that his cousin had allegedly assaulted him after an argument regarding NFL football.
The suspect was later arrested and charged with:
Count 1: Public Peace Disturbance (DV), a class B...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — December 19, 2025) Pavaia’i Elementary School has received national recognition through the America Celebrates display, as artwork created by students from Ms. Loimata Siona’s 4th grade class were selected for exhibition at the White House. The program features...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — The Governor’s Office has officially given notice that parking and driving on the Malae o le Talu will no longer be tolerated. However, there is “no teeth” to the notice, as no fines for the offense are posted and the question of enforcement arises, as the Department of...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — American Samoa heads into the 2026 New Year with hope that its community will continue their journey forward with optimism and thankfulness, despite the many problems the people of the territory face that include the very real threats to the fabric of our society from...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — On December 4, 2025, a minor called the Leone Police Station seeking assistance regarding a suspect who allegedly assaulted her sister
The suspect resisted arrest but was later apprehended and charged with:
Count 1: Private Peace Disturbance (DV), a class C misdemeanor...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — According to an affidavit filed on December 8, 2025 in the District Court, a woman called the Leone Police Substation (LPS) requesting assistance after her boyfriend allegedly assaulted her.
The suspect was later charged with:
Count 1: Assault in the Third Degree (DV), a...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — In this beautiful photo, Congresswoman Uifa’atali Aumua Amata remembered our loved ones far away due to military service, collegiate studies, or careers in the states.
“May God especially bless and each of them and these families, with ‘many happy returns’ to our island...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — In observance of the New Year holiday, Governor Pulaali’i Nikolau Pula has announced that the government will officially take two days off — Thursday, January 1, 2026 and Friday, January 2nd. However, Wednesday, while not a holiday, will be a half day, with an early...