Belize City was shaken by a brutal murder on Thursday night. Carlos Avelar, a sixty-one-year-old mechanic, was tragically gunned down on Coney Drive around 8:15 p.m. Police arrived swiftly after receiving a report and discovered Avelar's lifeless body. Witnesses recounted that just minutes before, two
Two men accused of the March 2024 murder of Elwin Lewis, also known as "Bobo Youth," are back behind bars after being ordered to stand trial. Travis Herbert and Robert Taylor appeared in court this morning, where a Senior Magistrate committed them to stand trial
The safety of students is top priority for Doctor Vincent Palacio, President of the University of Belize. Today, we caught up with him in Belmopan to get an update on the investigation into faculty member Doctor Pio Saqui. As previously reported, several students have accused
This morning, Corozal Methodist School experienced a sickout after two teachers were placed on administrative leave and eight others called in sick. The situation escalated on Tuesday when preschool teachers Julie Castro and Stacy Chi received letters informing them that they were not to return
The Leadership Intervention Unit and the University of Belize teamed up to host a groundbreaking symposium on restorative justice earlier today in Belmopan. Under the inspiring theme, "Youth in Peacebuilding: Empowering Change Through Restorative Justice," students packed the university's auditorium for a powerful panel discussion.
This Saturday night, Belize City will be the epicenter of investigative journalism as the University of Belize hosts its annual Prize for Investigative Journalism. Among the top contenders is News Five’s eye-opening investigation into the operations at Caribi Bleu Casino. The event promises to be
Today, bus operators from across the country met with the Ministry of Transport for the first time since its leadership change. The gathering introduced operators to the newly appointed Minister of Transport, Doctor Louis Zabaneh, and the chief executive officer. The meeting provided a platform
The Ministry of Transport is gearing up for stricter enforcement of transport regulations, according to CEO Chester Williams. While his team won't rush to revoke permits, Williams made it clear that repeated violations won't be tolerated. In a stern message to bus operators, Williams emphasized
Today's meeting between bus owners and the Ministry of Transport highlighted a major issue: political interference in the issuance of permits. Operators voiced their frustration, claiming that political favoritism influenced permit decisions in the past. In response, CEO Chester Williams assured attendees that things have
Doctor Richard Rosado's journey to the highest office in law enforcement reflects his unwavering commitment and hard work. Coming from a family with a strong tradition of police service, he brings a wealth of experience and a legacy of dedication to his new role. His
