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Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — On January 11, 2025, a concerned mother walked into the Fagatogo Police Station (FPS) to report that her daughter was allegedly raped by a 55-year-old male.
The suspect was apprehended and later charged with:
Count 1: Child Molestation, a class A felony punishable by a...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — On March 13, 2025, the Department of Search and Rescue (DSAR) conducted its General Inspection at Faga’alu Park. The department, comprising Marine Patrol, the Fire Department, and Emergency Medical Services (EMS), showcased its readiness and operational capabilities...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — On March 24, World TB Day, the American Samoa Dept. of Health took action by screening the elderly community members for TB.
Early detection is key to prevention and treatment. Together, we strive for a healthier future! #WorldTBDay #EndTB #CommunityHealth
TB is the...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — The Medicaid Health Summit in American Samoa covered information including essential Medicaid services, eligibility, benefits, and program improvements — fostering a deeper understanding of healthcare access in the community. Thank you to everyone who participated.
The...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — Last week, the Senate Economic Development Committee unanimously approved Brett Butler as a member of the Board of Directors for the American Samoa Economic Development Authority (ASEDA) with a decisive 17-0 vote.
Senator Magalei Logovii, acting chairman of the Board,...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — The Gov. H. Rex Lee Auditorium (Fale Laumei) was filled with concerned local people from the Territory that wanted to know more about the Development Bank of American Samoa (DBAS) MAOTA Affordable Loan Project (MALP) Workshop that was held Friday, March 14, 2025.
DBAS...
Washington, D.C. — Congresswoman Uifa’atali Amata is welcoming the return of the Miss ASCC pageant for the first time since 2019, and is congratulating the winner and all three finalists who made Saturday a success.
The new Miss ASCC is Lolomaletaiotumua Faolui of Nu’uuli and Leone; 1st Runner Up...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — On January 7, 2025, a female individual called the Tafuna Police Station (TPS) regarding a man who was allegedly causing a disturbance and also assaulted his mother.
The suspect was later arrested and charged with:
Count 1: Private Peace Disturbance (DV), a class C...
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — On January 14, 2025, a female individual called the Tafuna Police Substation (TPS) and reported that her brother was allegedly assaulted by another man.
The suspect was apprehended and later charged with:
Count 1: Private Peace Disturbance, a class C misdemeanor...
Washington, D.C. — On Monday, Congresswoman Uifa’atali Amata Radewagen along with sponsor Representative Mike Ezell (R-MS-04), and other original cosponsors Reps. Bonamici (D-OR-01), Weber (R-TX-14), Dingell (R-MI-06), and David (D-IL-07), introduced legislation to reauthorize the Integrated Ocean...