The United Democratic Party had planned to stage a second protest against the proposed BTL/Speednet acquisition to coincide with today’s opening of the new parliamentary session, but party leader Tracy Panton says police denied the permit. The UDP has since been approved to demonstrate outside
There’s been a lot of talk today about protests, permits, and police preparedness, and we went straight to the top for answers. ComPol Rosado, is pushing back against claims that the Belize Police Department denied the UDP’s application to protest in front of the National
Two weeks ago, we told you about a meeting that usually draws close public attention, but this time, something was different. The Belize Police Department held its annual CompStat meeting in Belmopan, and for the first time, the media was not invited. That meant no
A brand-new beat is filling the halls at St. Martin de Porres Primary School and it’s one the students won’t forget anytime soon. Thanks to a generous donation from the Fort George Hotel and Spa, the school now has a set of marching drums, opening
In late January the Commissioner of Police, Doctor Richard Rosado, reportedly refused to swear-in Constable Kenrick Bol as a member of the Police Association over his hairstyle. Bol is the first male police officer allowed to wear dreadlocks while on duty. But, ComPol Rosado has
We’re following up tonight on a problem hitting cane farmers right as the sugar crop gets underway. On Friday, we told you that farmers are already running into serious trouble, roads so bad, they can’t even get their cane to the factory. According to Belize
Good evening, Belizeans at home and abroad. This week, we highlight athletes that are kicking legs, face and footballs on this exciting edition of Sports Monday. Let’s kick things off with mixed martial arts. Belize City was on fire Saturday night as PROFC 20 delivered
Belize experienced an unusually cold night as minimum temperatures plunged across the country, breaking February records in several locations. The cold snap was most severe in the north and parts of the west, while the Belize District and coastal areas saw slightly milder conditions. Preliminary data
Police have arrested and charged 24-year-old police constable Kenroy Allen in connection with the shooting death of Shakeem Ferguson, which occurred on Sunday, January 25, 2026. Ferguson was the first of two friends killed within minutes of each other in the same Ladyville neighbourhood. Assistant Superintendent of
Police have arrested and charged 26-year-old Dennis Eck of Chan Chen Village in connection with two separate burglary incidents in Corozal Town, as well as possession of a controlled drug. In the first incident, police say that on Sunday, February 1, Eck allegedly entered a residence
