Tinian Recovery & Utilities: US Army Corps of Engineers, with CNMI HSEM and FEMA, is running a residential debris removal drive on Tinian, asking residents to sort debris by category and keep roads clear (dumping on cleared roads is punishable). Separately, large-scale military generators have been connected to Tinian’s grid after Sinlaku damage, restoring community-scale power while repairs continue. Local Governance & Energy Policy: CNMI Sen. Jude Hofschneider pre-filed a resolution urging federal study of small modular reactors and microreactors for Saipan, Tinian, and Rota as a way to cut imported fuel dependence and improve resilience. Regional Security & Federal-Military Coordination: A joint Guam-CNMI meeting in Saipan focused on synchronizing military timelines, exercises, range use, and environmental compliance. Infrastructure Contract: A $249M US contract for architect-engineer services was awarded, with work spanning Guam and small portions in Tinian and other Pacific areas. Power Outage: CUC reported an outage affecting Kiya 1 and multiple Saipan areas due to an auto trip, with crews assessing and working to restore service. Tourism Hit by Sinlaku: MVA says April visitor arrivals fell 72% to 3,277; HANMI reports March hotel occupancy at 29.47%, with recovery tied to the June 20 restart of international flights. CNMI Courts & Politics: CNMI AG is seeking to overturn a settlement that cleared former Gov. Ralph Torres, arguing it improperly granted broad immunity—setting up a major fight ahead of the 2026 race. Deep-Sea Mining Policy: Guam Gov. Lou Leon Guerrero signed a deep-sea mining ban for Guam and nearshore waters, with fines up to $50,000 per day and restrictions tied to port use—an issue with direct Marianas implications. Sports & Community: Badminton returns to Saipan in July with a packed international schedule, and Guam’s EAFF E-1 prelims begin this week with matches involving the Northern Mariana Islands.