US Coast Guard hands over 14 migrants to Bahamian authorities
THE US Coast Guard handed over 14 migrants to Bahamian authorities following the interdiction of an illegal maritime migration attempt.
Man accused of unlawful sex with 15-year-old girl
A 22-year-old man was granted bail after he was accused of molesting a 15-year-old girl twice last year.
$1,000 fine for possession of a fake police certificate
A MAN was fined $1,000 last week after admitting to having a fake police character certificate earlier this week.
Accused of breaking into home, assault and threats
A MAN was granted bail after being accused of breaking into a woman’s home in Nassau Village and threatening her with death.
Exuma man admits to having unlicenced firearm
A 21-year-old Exuma resident admitted to having an unlicensed gun on the Family Island on Christmas Day.
Vybz Kartel set to make long-awaited return to Bahamas
VYBZ Kartel’s long-awaited return to The Bahamas is set to take place at a concert organised by International Events and Production, with corporate sponsorship from Aliv and Bahamasair.
Murder rate up 8% over prior year
THE country recorded an eight percent increase in homicides from the 110 in 2023, according to The Tribune’s records.
Former officer and attorney arrested and interviewed in voice note probe
OUTGOING Police Commissioner Clayton Fernander said police arrested and interviewed a former high-ranking officer and an attorney at the centre of a major corruption investigation involving leaked voice recordings.
Saxons make history with fourth victory
THE Shell Saxons Superstars did it again, pulling off a fourth consecutive win of the Junkanoo season by unofficially clinching the 2025 New Year’s Day parade with a theme celebrating six decades of achievement and resilience.
‘No significant change’ in LGBTI+ support expected as Trump takes helm
AS The Bahamas prepares for a US republican administration, local human rights defender Alexus D’Marco expressed confidence that US advocacy for vulnerable communities, including LGBTI people, will remain steadfast.
Five Bahamians receive King’s New Year Honours
FIVE Bahamians have been recognised by His Majesty King Charles III in the 2025 New Year Honours for their contributions to business, religion, youth work, and community service.
First traffic fatality recorded for 2025
A TRAFFIC fatality, two separate stabbing incidents, and two boating incidents occurred over the New Years Day period.
Man granted conditional discharge for assaulting ex-wife
A MAN was granted a conditional discharge on Tuesday after he admitted to threatening and assaulting his ex-wife at Sir Lynden Pindling Estates last week.
Man accused of $9,000 housebreaking spree remanded
A MAN was remanded into custody on Tuesday after he was accused of a spree of housebreakings in western New Providence over the last two months leading to the theft of over $9,000 worth of property.
Father remanded after allegeådly taking daughter to US without permission
A 34-year-old man was imprisoned earlier this week after he was accused of absconding with his daughter to the United States without the child’s mother’s permission.
