"Ms. Thelma" has been arrested on firearm charges.The 61-year-old, whose real name is Telesfora Arana, was arrested by Belize City police following a search of her Kraal Road residence. The operation uncovered a loaded 9mm pistol and 112 grams of cannabis. 50-year-old Curtis Rhaburn was also arrested. Neither
Police are investigating a stabbing incident that happened on Wednesday night in Gales Point Village. The incident left 39-year-old Randy Williams, also known as Randy Bowen, dead. The victim, a father of three daughters, was allegedly attacked by someone he knew. His mother, Barbara Bowen, says she
A few weeks ago, News 5 reported on the growing frustration of drivers across Belize who are still waiting for their vehicle license plates, stickers, and driver’s license cards—some for months, others for over a year. The Minister of Transport, Rodwell Ferguson, told the viewers
The Consulate of Belize in Los Angeles has issued a message addressing the devastating wildfires impacting California, including members of the Belizean diaspora in that state. It said that, "Minister Anthony Mahler and the entire team at the Ministry of Tourism and Diaspora Relations remain deeply
The Belize Elite Basketball League (BEBL) posted this on its Facebook account: "Fans Have NO FEAR!!! BEBL 2025 IS NEAR!!!" Facebook users were quick to ask if there would be two leagues. In 2024, the B.E.B.L. faced quite a number of disputes, controversies, and uncertainties. Back in
Opposition Leader Moses "Shyne" Barrow wants the court to take action against Albert Area Representative Tracy Panton and Phillipa Griffith Bailey. Barrow, along with key figures of the United Democratic Party (UDP), including Michael Peyrefitte, Shary Medina, Alberto August, and Hugo Patt, are requesting that the
A family dispute led to a murder earlier tonight in Gales Point Manatee Village, Belize District. The victim has been identified as Randy Williams, also known as Randy Bowen. We are told that he was stabbed multiple times. The accused is a relative. This is a developing
A man on a bicycle was knocked down a few minutes ago in Belize City. The incident occurred on mile 1 1/1 on the George Price Highway. The victim has been identified as 40-year-old Keron Ysaguirre of Fabers Road. He was on a bicycle when
The Caye Caulker Village Council has reiterated its commitment to ensuring equitable access to public beach areas and maintaining community spaces for both locals and visitors. In a statement issued today, the Council said that all individuals, regardless of their resources or connections, must be
The State of Emergency (SoE) in Trinidad and Tobago has been extended for three months following a parliamentary decision late Monday night. The extension was approved after Prime Minister Dr. Keith Rowley raised the motion, which was debated by both government members and the opposition. The
