Commissioner of Police Chester Williams praised all the agencies that responded to the hijacking, highlighting the pilot's bravery. Williams noted that if the pilot had panicked, the outcome could have been very different. Chester Williams, Commissioner of Police “It is a matter of making sure we
[caption id="attachment_42170" align="alignright" width="300"] Pio Saqui[/caption] On Wednesday night, we reported the shocking news that a UB lecturer, Doctor Pio Saqui, has been placed on administrative leave while investigations are conducted into multiple allegations of sexual offenses. Docotr Saqui has been accused of committing these offenses
A man is missing at sea near Tobacco Caye in Stann Creek after disappearing around eight PM on Tuesday night. Thirty-three-year-old Jeremy Mushlar was fishing in a dory with three others who were in a separate boat. When the others decided to head back because
On Wednesday, we reported on the approved salary increases for Cabinet Secretary Stuart Leslie and all Chief Executive Officers in the Briceño administration, effective the day after the 2025 general elections. The Cabinet Secretary's annual salary jumped to ninety-six thousand dollars, while the CEOs' salaries
Commissioner of Police Chester Williams is gearing up to take on his new role as C.E.O. of the Ministry of Religious Affairs, Indigenous Affairs, and Transportation. Although he's excited about the move, he mentioned that his salary will be lower than what he earns as
The phrase 'Swimming with the Tide' perfectly captures the spirit of the small family in our next story. It's about a mother and son, the last two leaders of a business in Punta Gorda that has weathered fierce competition and adapted to change over the
Easter is just around the corner, and Belizeans are busy with last-minute preparations for the long holiday weekend. At the Conch Shell Bay Market in Belize City, shoppers are selecting fish for their Easter meals. News Five’s Britney Gordon visited this morning to find out
As Belizeans get ready to celebrate Easter with their loved ones, Father Jeremy Zipple, the associate pastor at Saint Martin de Porres parish in Belize City, shares a heartfelt message about the true meaning of the season. He reminds everyone of Jesus' sacrifice and the
The University of Belize (UB) has issued a public statement in response to a News 5 report aired Wednesday night, which revealed that several students had filed complaints of sexual harassment against a university lecturer. In a press release issued Thursday, the university acknowledged receiving the
Three victims injured in today’s shocking hijacking of a Tropic Air flight are receiving medical care at two hospitals in Belize City, according to Police Minister Kareem Musa, who visited them earlier today. Musa, who was accompanied by Police Commissioner Chester Williams, personally checked in on
