CNMI Elections & Local Governance: Analee C. Villagomez withdrew her petitions after the Commonwealth Election Commission removed her from Precinct 4D, saying she lost her voting rights there and will vote for a Saipan mayor instead. CNMI Courts & Public Funds: Superior Court Associate Judge Kenneth L. Govendo granted Justin Paul Mizutani’s request to sever his case from Lt. Gov. Dennis Mendiola, setting separate trials on misconduct charges tied to alleged misuse of public funds for vehicle transport. Federal Criminal Case: A federal grand jury indicted former HSI trainee Kane Alexzander Pangelinan Ybanez on loan fraud and alleged federal-agent impersonation involving CNMI police encounters. Marianas Seabed Mining Fight: Guam’s senators and local leaders are pushing back as Congress moves to fast-track mining reviews; Del. James Moylan’s amendment to block seabed mining from FAST-41 was rejected, and the Marine Minerals Administration’s acting director is set to leave with no successor named. Meta Youth Safety Settlement: A multistate settlement with Meta requires new Instagram/Facebook limits and protections for children and teens, including for the Northern Mariana Islands. CNMI Legal Milestone: Lawyer Julian Aguon was sworn in under a Guam-CNMI reciprocity agreement allowing bar-licensed lawyers to practice across both jurisdictions. Public Service & Community: The CNMI marked Sept. 11 with the Field of Heroes and a governor’s proclamation for “We Will Never Forget Community Heroes Month,” honoring first responders and everyday service. Saipan Infrastructure: The Marianas Visitors Authority broke ground on the Marpi Tourist Sites Improvement Project, targeting Bird Island Lookout, Suicide Cliff, and Last Command Post with safety and accessibility upgrades.