Emergency Powers: Gov. David Apatang extended CNMI’s State of Significant Emergency for 30 more days, saying recovery from Super Typhoons Sinlaku and Bavi still needs emergency authority—progress on Saipan/Tinian, but Rota remains far from fully back. Tropical Watch: Invest 93W could pass northeast of the Marianas Thursday through Friday, with forecasters warning of a possible monsoon surge and urging residents to monitor updates. Air Connectivity: Philippine Airlines will resume Manila–Saipan flights Oct. 25–26, twice weekly, after waiting for conditions to stabilize post-typhoons. Airport Costs: The Commonwealth Ports Authority Board froze scheduled airline fee increases for 60 days to keep carriers from cutting service. School Funding Fight: House and Senate budget plans for FY2027 clash over cuts—especially for PSS and NMC—sending the issue to a House-Senate conference committee. Public Health: A CNMI drug recovery program says meth withdrawal symptoms are getting worse, including hallucinations and psychotic episodes, as CHCC reports rising meth-related cases. Community Recovery: Casa Marianas wrapped up its final day of free dog food distribution, with demand still high after typhoon recovery efforts. Sports & Community: SIS and SCS topped the PSS cross-country meet, while Ol’Aces won the Saipan Little League Junior title 11-10; free beginner pickleball lessons are set for Oct. 3.