What about Phillip Willoughby’s run in Port Loyola? He’s up against two other U.D.P. candidates and the current representative, Gilroy Usher, who is also his father-in-law. Willoughby is married to Usher’s daughter. So, how is he handling the election with these family ties? We asked
With just over two weeks until Belize’s 2025 General Elections, the Belize Police Department is gearing up for a busy day. Commissioner of Police Chester Williams expects a hectic day with some aggressive voters. However, he assures the public that officers nationwide are being briefed
For the past twenty-five years, World Pediatrics has been making a huge difference in the lives of children in Belize. Today, they got a big boost with a two-million-dollar donation from a couple who recently moved to Caye Chapel. The donation was celebrated with a
Last night, we covered the distribution of license plates and stickers in Belmopan. Many drivers have been waiting for months, and in some cases, years, due to supply shortages at the transport department. Today, the distribution continued in Belize City. We visited the transport office
Today, the National Commission for Families and Children held a media sensitivity workshop to teach journalists from across the country how to best report on children, youths, and sensitive topics. The workshop brought together key stakeholders from the media, law enforcement, and child advocacy organizations
Caribbean leaders are wrapping up their three-day summit, aware that the region will face challenges from the new Donald Trump administration in the United States. Despite this, they agree on the need to seize any opportunities that come their way. Trump's policies include deporting illegal
Having a place to call home is something many of us take for granted. It's more than just four walls and a roof—it's about security, comfort, and a foundation for a better life. For those without a home, every day can be a battle for
Commissioner of Police Chester Williams told reporters today that gang violence in Belize City has increased in the wake of Brandon Baptist’s death on January 31. Baptist, a known gang affiliate, was fatally shot during a football match at the Marion Jones Stadium. Since then, several
A fire official is urging households to inspect their electrical wiring, particularly in homes with older systems. Station Supervisor Gladstone Bucknor of the National Fire Service highlighted the Queen Street Baptist Church, which has stood since 1822 and was last updated in 1931 after Hurricane
Thirty-four-year-old Alvaro Tun has been acquitted of the murder of Elder Arana, who was fatally stabbed during a bar fight in San Pedro. The incident occurred on March 5, 2023, at Jeemar's Night Club in the San Pedrito area, where a brawl erupted after the
