CNMI Courts: A judge denied a defense bid to block autopsy photos and related medical evidence in the voluntary manslaughter case against Jeremy Guillermin, but said the defense can renew its objection; the jury trial is set to begin Oct. 19. Power & Water Costs: CUC is seeking CPUC approval for a three-year rate plan that would more than double some electric base rates by Year 3 and raise many water and wastewater charges. Workforce Pressure: Immigration attorney Bruce Mailman told HR leaders to prepare for tighter federal immigration rules, warning the CNMI could lose key CW and H-1B/H-2B cap exemptions without congressional action. Labor Policy Fight: Incoming UFO-CNMI president Valentino Cruz backs extending the CW-1 program and wants the CW-1 touchback requirement abolished, calling it costly and disruptive. Storm Watch—Koguma: A new tropical depression, Koguma (27W), formed far east of the Marianas and could strengthen into a typhoon later this week, though it poses no direct threat right now. After Choi-wan: Typhoon Choi-wan has moved away and Marianas watches/warnings are ended, but hazardous seas and lingering monsoon conditions remain. Port Update: Guam’s port says one gantry crane is back in service after high winds, while recovery and inspections continue for the other cranes. Health Care Costs: OPM says average FEHB premiums will rise 10.9% in 2027, with some plan options actually costing less.