Our News Bahamas Podcast

FOIA Delay Fuels Public Mistrust — Sunday, December 14th, 2025

OUR NEWS — Sunday, December 14th, 2025 | Tonight on Our News Weekend, nearly a decade after its passage, good governance advocates are questioning why the Freedom of Information Act is still not fully enacted, warning that the delay is breeding public skepticism and mistrust. Meanwhile, police are issuing urgent warnings to business owners to tighten security this holiday season, noting that small security gaps and simple oversights can lead to serious consequences during the rush. We also bring you details on a late-night stabbing that left one man in critical condition and a violent search warrant operation in Grand Bahama where a man allegedly rammed a marked police vehicle, injuring two officers. Plus, get a taste of some local tradition as we take you inside Marco's Pizza annual dough slapping contest.
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RCI Unveils Royal Beach Club, Emphasizes Bahamian Jobs — Saturday, December 13th, 2025

OUR NEWS — Saturday, December 13th, 2025 | Tonight, we bring you a VIP preview of Royal Caribbean's new Royal Beach Club on Paradise Island, set to open in days and already creating opportunities for more than 500 Bahamians. A former deputy prime minister and immigration minister is shedding light on the shanty town crisis, arguing that a lack of affordable housing is at the heart of the issue. As the holiday rush spikes traffic, police are urging drivers to watch the road, not their phones, to avoid crashes and encourage patience and courtesy. Plus, get the latest on the ongoing controversy surrounding the 'Valley Boys' Junkanoo group after a court order and subsequent response from the National Junkanoo Committee.
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Inmate Escapes PMH, Manhunt Launched — Friday, December 12th, 2025

OUR NEWS — Friday, December 12th, 2025 | Tonight on Our News, police launch an islandwide manhunt after an inmate escaped custody for the second time this year from Princess Margaret Hospital early this morning. Find out how Bahamas Power and Light is responding to power issues in Abaco by launching two new WhatsApp communication channels to give Family Island customers real-time updates and restoration information. Plus, a 30-year-old inmate is recovering in hospital after being attacked by fellow prisoners inside the Department of Corrections facility. We have details on the arrest of a 20-year-old man charged in a deadly summer triple shooting outside the Twin Brothers restaurant, and police are issuing a critical safety alert for the holiday rush, warning citizens about increased crime opportunities and scammers.
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BPL Power Outages Plague Abaco, Residents Warn of Crisis — Thursday, December 11th, 2025

OUR NEWS — Thursday, December 10th, 2025 | Tonight, the Attorney General strongly defended the controversial Smuggling of Migrants Bill in the Senate, slamming critics even as the FNM opposition vowed to repeal the legislation if elected. Meanwhile, residents in Abaco say they are fed up after enduring days of hours-long power outages, despite officials claiming full power restoration to the majority of the island. Our News breaks down the extraordinary 20-year journey of the Baha Mar Resort, from its initial grand vision to its ultimate collapse and recent US court-approved settlement. Plus, get the details on a new multi-million dollar solar energy deal to bring reliable power to several Family Islands, and the dramatic capture in Florida of a Bahamian man who escaped police custody in 2020.
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Pintard Vows to Repeal Smuggling of Migrants Bill — Wednesday, December 10th, 2025

OUR NEWS — Wednesday, December 10th, 2025 | Tonight on Our News, political pushback intensifies over the newly passed Smuggling of Migrants Bill as the Coalition of Independents stages another protest and FNM Leader Michael Pintard vows to repeal the legislation if elected. In the courts, popular social media creator Elias Fritz is granted bail on charges of attempted murder and illegal possession of firearms, though he must wear an ankle bracelet and adhere to a strict curfew. Plus, police are following significant leads in a deadly hit-and-run investigation on East Street, and we bring you encouraging news from Grand Bahama as straw vendors report a surge in sales due to increased tourist traffic.
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Former DPM Questions Migrant Smuggling Bill — Tuesday, December 9th, 2025

OUR NEWS — Tuesday, December 9th, 2025 | Tonight, a former deputy prime minister weighs in on the controversial Smuggling of Migrants Bill that recently cleared the lower chamber, questioning why existing laws aren't being enforced and why the bill is being rushed through. Meanwhile, a local organization confirms the Bahamas has made anti-corruption progress but warns that more work is still needed as they launch Integrity Week. Also, vendors at Fort Charlotte are frustrated and fed up after a series of alleged break-ins have cost them thousands of dollars in stolen merchandise. Plus, get the details on Herschel Walker officially taking his new post as the US Ambassador to The Bahamas, and hear the latest on online ticket sales for the Junkanoo parades after an app issue was resolved.
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Lawmakers Debate Migrant Smuggling Bill — Monday, December 8th, 2025

OUR NEWS — Monday, December 8th, 2025 | Tonight, lawmakers debate the controversial smuggling of migrants bill, which the government says will strengthen border security and impose tougher penalties, even as critics push back on several provisions, including one that was removed following protest. Police are investigating a shocking discovery on Gladstone Road after a motorist spotted a man's lifeless body just feet away from the roadway this morning, with officers suspecting foul play. Find out what went wrong with the initial online ticket sales for the Junkanoo parades after users were locked out of the event app, and hear how the issue was quickly resolved. Plus, the Court of Appeal backs a Supreme Court decision to deny bail to an Aliv technician accused in a revenge murder case, and Baha Mar is gearing up for a festive December with a full month of music and entertainment at its Jazz Club.
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Junkanoo Group Leaders Talk Trash Ahead of Parades — Sunday, December 7th, 2025

OUR NEWS — Sunday, December 7th, 2025 | Tonight on Our News, the "Nervous Saturday" tradition is complete as Junkanoo groups solidify their entry order for the highly anticipated Boxing Day and New Year’s Day parades, with leaders already talking a big game about taking the championship. We take you through the new, fully digital ticketing process for the parades, which includes enhanced security features and GPS guidance to your exact seat, as thousands prepare for tickets to go live Monday. Our team also visits Jamaica to bring you first-hand accounts of survival and recovery weeks after Hurricane Melissa tore across the island, causing widespread devastation. Plus, police in Grand Bahama are handing out "safe driving awards" instead of tickets as part of a holiday initiative to encourage road safety. Finally, see the stunning transformation of New Providence into a "winter wonderland" as the mastermind behind the decorations reveals his process, including the 53,000 LED bulbs suspended over one park's walkways.
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Manhunt Launched for Two Escaped Inmates — Saturday, December 6th, 2025

OUR NEWS — Saturday, December 6th, 2025 | Tonight, police have launched a massive manhunt for two men who escaped lawful custody from the Grove Police Station and the Fox Hill Police Station in separate incidents today. Meanwhile, the countdown to Junkanoo is officially on as Aliv is announced as the title sponsor for the next four years, bringing more than 3,000 new tickets and GPS-guided seating to make the experience fairer and more accessible. We also bring you the results of "Nervous Saturday" as the A-group order of entry was set for the upcoming Boxing Day and New Year’s Day parades. Plus, hear from the Minister of Works on the timeline for completing the frustrating road repairs on Joe Farrington Road and the extensive road paving investments underway throughout the Family Islands.
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Major Labor Reform Bill Taking Shape — Friday, December 5th, 2025

OUR NEWS — Friday, December 5th, 2025 | Tonight, get the details on major labor reform coming to the Bahamas as the government moves to draft a brand new Employment Act and Industrial Relations Act, which will introduce mental health leave and paternity leave at a national level. We also report on a major prison bail scam after two accused violent offenders were charged with running a fake official operation using illegally obtained cell phones to try and secure their release. Plus, a cruise passenger faces a large fine or prison time after security found a gun and ammunition in her bag at Nassau Cruiseport. We cover the latest developments in tourism, including the highest-ever Canadian airlift for the winter season, and look ahead to the new 350-room resort planned for the former Melia site by Baha Mar.
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