US Territories' news week in tweets
Fugitive on the run from Georgia arrested in the US Virgin Islands
A woman who had been on the run from authorities in Georgia was apprehended in the United States Virgin Islands on Friday. The woman had been wanted on an outstanding warrant related to drug charges.
Over 200 women participate in Women’s Football Day event
More than 200 women gathered to participate in the Women’s Football Day event in the Northern Mariana Islands, showcasing their skills and passion for the sport. The event’s mission was to assist in getting women active in sports while promoting gender equality.
Governor suggests against celebrating loss of Eagles Field site
The Governor of Guam hopes that citizens don’t celebrate the removal of the Eagles Field site, which holds cultural and historical significance for the territory. The site might be removed in hopes of expanding military operations, but locals are urging against it.
Former Mayor in Puerto Rico faces conviction for accepting bribes
The former Mayor of Guaynabo, Puerto Rico was recently convicted of accepting bribes in return for municipal contracts. The charges stem from a larger investigation into the territory’s fraud and public corruption.
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