A tragic accident claimed the life of a man from Toledo on Thursday afternoon. Around two p.m., twenty-nine-year-old Elgar Chen was riding his motorcycle from Punta Gorda towards the outskirts of town when he collided head-on with a white pick-up truck. The father of three
In the heart of Belize, a remarkable initiative is taking root—the Mangrove Friendly Development Challenge. This inspiring competition is not just about winning awards; it's about celebrating local heroes who are championing the conservation of mangroves. These vital ecosystems are nature's unsung protectors, shielding our
Belize Electricity Limited (BEL) has announced why it's asking to raise electricity prices starting January first, 2026. In a detailed ninety-one-page report to the Public Utilities Commission (PUC), BEL is requesting an average increase of three cents per kilowatt hour, from forty cents to forty-three
Commissioner of Police Chester Williams is standing by his choice to take cyberbullies to court. Last week, a police officer found himself in court for allegedly bullying his own boss online. Fifty-one-year-old Barrington Gilbert Mai, also known as Barry Flowers, was charged with using a
Earlier this week, two American fugitives were deported from Belize to the United States to face serious charges, including weapons trafficking and rape. The fugitives were tracked down and returned with help from the U.S. Embassy in Belize. Today, we spoke with Commissioner of Police
Police are still investigating a string of license plate thefts that occurred in southside Belize City earlier this week. At least nine vehicles on Maris Deena Street were targeted by thieves who made off with license plates and two car batteries. According to Commissioner of
The time is fast approaching when Commissioner of Police Chester Williams transitions to C.E.O. of the Ministry of Transport. For years, the Belize Police Department has been trying to crack down on traffic laws to create safer roads and minimize fatal accidents. According to William’s
Police have formally arrested and charged five individuals in connection with a disturbing case of cattle theft and animal cruelty. According to authorities, three male minors—ages 15, 16, and 17—were jointly charged along with 20-year-old Raheem Herbert and 19-year-old Tyreek Straughn. The group faces charges of
Belize’s mangrove forests are critical for protecting coastlines, supporting marine life, and fighting climate change—but they’re under threat. Over 50% of global mangrove ecosystems are at risk of collapse, and by 2050, thousands more square kilometres could be lost or submerged without urgent action, says
Police Commissioner Chester Williams has confirmed that the recent murder of Luis Marin in Belize City was an act of retaliation connected to a previous shooting incident in Belmopan. Commissioner Williams said the police had been proactive in efforts to prevent retaliatory attacks. “In the aftermath
