Typhoon Bavi Watch: Tropical Storm 09W/Bavi is rapidly intensifying east of Guam and could reach super typhoon strength before passing the Marianas late Sunday into Monday, with officials urging residents on Guam, Saipan, Rota and Tinian to prepare for major impacts and shifting forecasts. Shelter & Safety Moves: CNMI emergency guidance says shelters open Friday, July 3 at 3 p.m., and residents in unsafe structures or low-lying areas should relocate early; COTA can help with transportation via the CNMI State Warning Point. CUC Storm Readiness: Commonwealth Utilities Corp. is securing equipment, moving transformers, closing reservoirs to fill tanks, and warning that power restoration from Sinlaku will pause when winds become unsafe. Beach Advisory: Saipan, Tinian and Rota beaches are under a precautionary advisory—avoid swimming, fishing and other water activities due to heavy rain runoff and possible water quality issues. Birthright Citizenship Fallout: The U.S. Supreme Court upheld birthright citizenship, and CNMI leaders welcomed the ruling while Congress plans new efforts to rein in “birth tourism” scams; a Guam federal visa-fraud sham marriage case also ended with probation and expected deportation. Local Economy & Recovery: SBA approved more than $30 million in disaster loans for CNMI recovery after Super Typhoon Sinlaku, and the Senate passed a compromise funding package for Sinlaku relief and tourism recovery. CW-1 Wages Updated: USDOL approved CNMI’s 2026 prevailing wage study for the CW-1 program, effective July 1.