Liberation Day Leadership: Pedro “Pete” Agulto Tenorio was named grand marshal for the 80th CNMI Liberation Day, honoring his role in the Covenant negotiations and his later service as lieutenant governor. Museum Reorganization: Gov. David Apatang signed an executive order moving the NMI Museum of History and Culture under the Historic Preservation Office within DCCA as the administration consolidates operations amid tight finances. Budget Pressure & Possible Furloughs: The CNMI government is weighing furloughs of up to 400 workers in FY2027 while also projecting a $4.6M drop in the budget forecast, with retiree pension obligations still looming. Power Restoration Funding Crunch: CUC says cash shortages are slowing restoration after Super Typhoons Sinlaku and Bavi, with about 3,000 customers still without power and a stalled $40M line of credit tied up in the Legislature. Tinian Internet Casino in Court: The CNMI Supreme Court heard arguments over whether Tinian Local Law 24-03’s internet-only casino and digital “stable token” exceed local law limits. Seabed Mining Push: BOEM and the Marine Minerals Administration advanced proposed deep-sea mining lease steps for the CNMI, while Gov. Apatang’s office begins a formal review and lawmakers and residents raise concerns about impacts and profit sharing. Public Safety: CNMI mayors asked the DEA for more agents to fight an escalating meth crisis, and youth outreach groups targeted illegal sales of substances to minors. Storm Watch: Emergency officials are monitoring Invest 92W with no CNMI watches or warnings yet, urging residents to stay prepared.