Jose Uc Espat, Barrow’s standard bearer for the Albert Division, shared his thoughts on the key issues that need addressing as we head into the elections. He emphasized that political leaders, both past and present, should be held accountable and liable. Espat pointed to the
This afternoon, the Protected Areas Conservation Trust made a generous donation of over four million dollars to fund projects that will boost climate resilience in Belize. These grants are set to help communities tackle climate change issues like flooding and wildfires. News Five’s Britney Gordon
Election bells went off on Tuesday after Prime Minister John Briceño announced the date for general elections, and political parties are now gearing up for March 12. Today, the People’s National Party (PNP) officially named Andrew “Lion Truth” Reynolds as their candidate for Belize Rural North,
The frustration among Belizean drivers over delayed vehicle plates, stickers, and driver’s licences may finally come to an end after a prolonged wait. As reported by News 5 in mid-January, many drivers, particularly those in rural areas, have been left without their credentials for months,
Albert Ayala, a 27-year-old Belizean, has been arrested in connection with a Sunday night shooting that left a man critically injured on the southwest side of Indianapolis, Indiana, USA. According to CBS4 News, Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department (IMPD) officials confirmed Ayala’s arrest on preliminary aggravated
A San Pedro town resident has been missing for several days now, and family and friends are growing concerned as the days go by. According to statements shared by family and friends on social media, Ernesto Lopez has been missing for more than 3 days,
Wen laas sohnbadi karek yu Kriol? How gud yu Kriol gud? Noh need fi fret, now- there’s now a revised Kriol-English dictionary right at your fingertips! This morning, the National Kriol Council of Belize launched the second edition of the Kriol dictionary at the Leo Bradley
The Karl Heusner Memorial Hospital Authority (KHMHA) Workers Union is keeping up the pressure on the Government of Belize. The union continues to demand the return of a pension scheme for hospital employees. Following a recent press release from the union, the government responded, confirming
Police uncovered a stash of seventy-two live rounds of ammunition in San Pedro during an operation on Tuesday night. The operation focused on areas north of San Pedro Town, where law enforcement uncovered a variety of ammunition. Items recovered included an AK-47 magazine containing twelve 7.62mm
The Belize City Magistrate Court has announced its closure from midday today until Monday, February 17, 2025. This measure follows after News 5 reported on the complaints from court staff who have reported health issues, including kidney problems, migraines, and chest pains, due to prolonged
