Our News Bahamas Podcast

Young Father Gunned Down Near His Home in Bain Town Shooting — Saturday, June 6th, 2026

Tonight on Our News Weekend, communities in New Providence and Grand Bahama are reeling following a series of fatal shootings that have left two families in mourning. Tensions reach a boiling point in the education sector as the Bahamas Union of Teachers responds to a "shot over the bow" regarding government salary promises, while immigration officials ramp up enforcement with dozens of deportations. We also join the nation in remembering the victims of a tragic holiday accident and provide an exclusive look at the growing partnerships surrounding the multi-million dollar Royal Beach Club project. Plus, stay tuned for highlights from the baseball diamond and your complete weekend weather forecast as the first week of hurricane season continues.
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Thousands March in Solidarity for Annual Sir Randol Fawkes Labor Day Parade — Friday, June 5th, 2026

Tonight on Our News, thousands take to the streets for a historic Labor Day celebration as union leaders reflect on the legacy of Sir Randol Fawkes and the ongoing struggle for workers' rights. We provide a major update on the international search in Abaco for a missing American woman as the investigation shifts from a missing persons case to a suspected murder. Our team also investigates a string of recent violence in the capital and examines the "brain drain" crisis discussed at the Caribbean Development Bank’s annual meeting. Plus, stay tuned for your complete holiday weekend weather forecast and a recap of the top plays from the world of sports.
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Davis Administration Defends Largest Cabinet in History Following Creation of New Government Ministries — Thursday, June 4th, 2026

Tonight on Our News, the Davis administration faces intense scrutiny over the launch of several new government ministries and a controversial proposed amendment to the Bahamas Nationality Act. We bring you the latest on a major leadership shakeup within the Free National Movement as the party chairman confirms he’s stepping down, plus details on a high-ranking officer granted bail in a murder case. Our team also investigates the ongoing banking frustrations of local customers and a desperate plea for land to support the country's homeless populations. Stay tuned for your full Labor Day parade update and a complete holiday weekend weather outlook to keep you prepared for the days ahead.
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NIB Beneficiaries to Receive Boost in Benefits Starting July 1st — Wednesday, June 3rd, 2026

Tonight on Our News, National Insurance beneficiaries prepare for a boost in payments as new adjustments take effect this July, while a top financial expert raises critical questions about the government's projected budget surplus. We go inside the high-stakes opening of the Caribbean Development Bank’s annual meeting at Baha Mar and bring you Finance Minister Michael Halkitis’ direct response to intensifying resignation rumors. Our team also investigates a tragic fatal crash on Fire Trail Road and clears the air on viral reports of a local principal being attacked. Stay tuned for the latest on a historic sentencing in an attempted murder case, a major hot streak for a Bahamian baseball star, and your complete tropical weather outlook as unsettled conditions persist.
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Union Leaders Divided Over Ethics of Publicly Supporting Political Parties During Labor Week — Tuesday, June 2nd, 2026

Tonight on Our News, tensions rise during Labor Week as union leaders debate the ethics of political endorsements while government officials address ongoing industrial concerns. We have the latest results from a recent Ebola monitoring situation and a full report on a tragic homicide that has rocked a quiet western neighborhood. Our team also follows the chilling new developments in the disappearance of an American woman in Abaco and a significant court victory for a man injured in police custody. Join us for these stories, plus a major cash seizure investigation and your complete tropical weather outlook.
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PM Maintains Silence on Bahamian Detained in U.S. Drug Case and Alleged Political Ties — Monday, June 1st, 2026

Tonight on Our News, Prime Minister Philip Davis remains silent as questions intensify regarding a Bahamian man detained in the United States and his alleged connections to a local politician. We examine the growing calls for the Finance Minister’s resignation and provide essential preparedness updates as the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season officially gets underway. Our team also takes you inside the Caribbean Development Bank’s annual meeting at Baha Mar and brings you the latest on a tragic discovery in a western gated community. Stay tuned for these stories and a heartwarming community effort to support special needs education.
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Labour Week Activities Officially Launch with Historic Change to Annual Parade Route — Sunday, May 31st, 2026

Tonight on Our News Weekend, Labour Week activities officially kick off with a historic change to the annual parade route while frustrated residents in a New Providence community plead for intervention over a neighbourhood mechanic shop. We celebrate the newest class of RBDF Rangers in Grand Bahama and take an emotional look at the PACE Foundation’s efforts to support teen mothers facing a cycle of abuse and trauma. Stay tuned for a critical update as the 2026 hurricane season begins, along with national soccer championship highlights and your complete holiday weekend weather outlook.
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FNM Leader Michael Pintard Demands Transparency Over Allegations Linking High-Ranking Politician to US Drug Trafficking Investigation — Saturday, May 30th, 2026

Tonight on Our News Weekend, political tensions boil over as the opposition demands answers regarding a high-profile drug trafficking investigation while a captured murder suspect faces sentencing after months on the run. We examine the latest concerns from the Nurses Union over the national budget and highlight new initiatives aimed at helping young Bahamians achieve the dream of home ownership. Our team also follows a major wave of corporate giving across the islands and takes you inside a star-studded performance at Atlantis by a three-time Grammy winner. Catch the full broadcast for these headlines, a complete sports wrap-up, and more of the news you need to know.
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Macroeconomist Breaks Down 2026-2027 Budget as Concerns Grow Over Low Capital Expenditure and Sustainability of Projected Surplus — FRIday, May 29th, 2026

Tonight on Our News, an expert breakdown reveals critical gaps in the new national budget as political pressure mounts for the Finance Minister's resignation over controversial past business ties. We bring you the heartbreaking story of a family demanding answers after facing hurdles while trying to identify their loved one following a tragic fatal shooting in Elizabeth Estates. Plus, the Spouse of the Prime Minister clarifies how her office operates without a formal budget line, and we have the latest on a high-profile sentencing for a former regional leader. Stay tuned for a full wrap-up of high school soccer championships, major track and field milestones, and your complete weekend weather outlook as we end the month on a wet note.
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12-Year-Old Boy and 40-Year-Old Man Arraigned in Court Following Tragic Shooting of Eight-Year-Old in Bimini — Thursday, May 28th, 2026

Tonight on Our News, legal proceedings begin following a tragic shooting in Bimini as a 12-year-old boy and a 40-year-old man face a magistrate’s court in connection with the incident. We investigate the growing debate over the latest national budget, from the Nurses Union’s concerns about crumbling clinics to Family Island residents questioning the timeline for promised fire equipment. Our team also brings you an update on the Ebola monitoring situation at Princess Margaret Hospital and the Finance Minister’s defense of controversial government contract practices. Join us for the full broadcast for these headlines, highlights from the Best of the Best music festival in Miami, and your complete weekend weather outlook.
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