Our News Bahamas Podcast

U.S. Military Captures Venezuelan President in Major Regional Operation — Saturday, January 3rd, 2026

OUR NEWS — Saturday, January 3rd, 2026 | Tonight on Our News Weekend, we bring you the latest on a stunning US military operation in the region that has led to the capture of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro, sparking immediate reactions across the Caribbean. We take you inside a touching candlelight vigil for a young Bahamian athlete and look at the critical new push to protect the nation's most vulnerable citizens through a national registration drive. Plus, we check in on ongoing relief efforts for our neighbors in Jamaica and go behind the scenes of a star-studded New Year’s celebration at Atlantis featuring a massive surprise guest. Stick around for highlights from the inaugural National High School Baseball Championships and your full weekend weather forecast as we head into the first week of 2026.
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Back-to-Back Victories with 2026 New Year's Day Junkanoo Parade Win — Friday, January 2nd, 2026

OUR NEWS — Friday, January 2nd, 2026 | Tonight on Our News, the celebration is in full swing for One Family as they secure back-to-back Junkanoo victories, while the Colors group claims their own major win to kick off 2026. We investigate a $30,000 legal payout awarded to two brothers for unlawful arrest and bring you updates on a serious criminal matter involving an American teenager on a cruise. Opposition Leader Michael Pintard weighs in on the rising cost of living and the path forward for the nation, alongside a historic breakthrough for Bahamian baseball on the global stage. Stay tuned for these stories, a look at your 2026 New Year's resolutions, and your complete weekend weather forecast to see if the cool temperatures will stick around.
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Unofficial Winner of the 2026 New Year's Day Junkanoo Parade Announced — Thursday, January 1st, 2026

OUR NEWS — Thursday, January 1st, 2026 | Tonight on Our News, the unofficial results for the 2026 New Year's Day Junkanoo Parade are in, revealing which groups dominated Bay Street to ring in the new year. We investigate a major counterfeit cash bust and an airport seizure while providing updates on the Bahamas Union of Teachers’ return to the negotiation table. Our team also explores the economic impact of Carnival Celebration Key on Grand Bahama and previews the highly anticipated National High School Baseball Championships. Stay tuned for expert advice on sticking to your 2026 fitness goals and your full extended forecast as cool temperatures remain in the air.
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Winner announced in the Ultimate Giveaway Finale — Wednesday, December 31st, 2025

OUR NEWS — Wednesday, December 31st, 2025 | Tonight on Our News, the "War for Bay Street" officially kicks off as legendary Junkanoo groups like the Saxons and Valley Boys prepare for a massive New Year's Day comeback following a controversial holiday finish. We reveal the grand prize winner of the Ultimate Giveaway’s brand-new SUV and look into the sudden, unexpected resignation of a prominent Bahamian diplomat that has left many seeking answers. The broadcast also features a special tribute to a former Member of Parliament and physician who passed away, along with late-game heroics from Bahamian NBA sensation VJ Edgecombe. Stick around for your complete New Year’s forecast to see just how low temperatures will drop as we ring in 2026.
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Newborn Baby Found Safe After Being Discovered in a Car Trunk — Tuesday, December 30th, 2025

OUR NEWS — Tuesday, December 30th, 2025 | Tonight on Our News, we bring you the incredible story of a newborn baby found alive in the trunk of a car in Pinewood Gardens and a chilling home invasion where a resident was tied up by a masked intruder. We investigate a viral hit-and-run video involving a government vehicle and address growing frustrations over the management and flow of the Boxing Day Junkanoo parade. Our team also previews the historic launch of the first National High School Baseball Championships and provides your extended holiday forecast for a cool New Year’s Day. Don't miss these updates and the announcement of our ultimate giveaway winner as we wrap up the year in news.
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Local Baseball Community Mourns Loss of Rising Star Following Tragic Jet Ski Accident — Monday, December 29th, 2025

OUR NEWS — Monday, December 29th, 2025 | Tonight on Our News, the local baseball community is in mourning following the tragic loss of a rising star on Boxing Day, while a suspicious fire near a local high school raises serious safety concerns in the Oakes Field area. We investigate the viral images of a Junkanoo legend being led away in handcuffs on Bay Street and provide details on a sobering warning regarding the future of Bahamian travel to the United States. Plus, we look at a historic new appointment to the Supreme Court bench and a heartwarming community effort to bring comfort to families in Grand Bahama. Stay tuned for these stories, a special tribute to a cherished journalist, and your complete New Year’s forecast as cool temperatures settle in across the islands.
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Valley Boys Declare "War on Bay Street" to Reclaim Junkanoo Title — Sunday, December 28th, 2025

OUR NEWS — Sunday, December 28th, 2025 | Tonight on Our News Weekend, the Valley Boys are officially declaring a "war on Bay Street" as they look to reclaim the top spot following a historic upset during the Boxing Day Junkanoo Parade. We highlight a massive community effort bringing holiday joy to hundreds of children in Nassau Village and share details on a $5 million partnership set to transform the Pinewood constituency with state-of-the-art facilities. Plus, tourism officials celebrate a strong year-end finish with record-breaking momentum, and we honor the distinguished Bahamians recently recognized with the King's Birthday Honors. From the latest hoops action to your final weather forecast for 2025, stay tuned to catch up on everything happening across the islands.
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One Family Topples Shell Saxons — Saturday, December 27th, 2025

OUR NEWS — Saturday, December 27th, 2025 | Tonight on Our News Weekend, witness history on Bay Street as a legendary winning streak is finally broken in a hard-fought victory at the 2025 Boxing Day Junkanoo Parade. We investigate a series of holiday tragedies following a fatal jet ski incident and deadly industrial accidents, while health experts issue a sobering warning about rising adult health issues in children. From a high-stakes dough-slapping showdown in the kitchen to a major baseball showcase featuring Bahamian talent in the majors, we have your holiday weekend covered. Stay tuned for the full report and your extended New Year’s forecast to see how long these cool temperatures are expected to last.
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One Family Triumphs in Boxing Day Junkanoo Parade — Friday, December 26th, 2025

OUR NEWS — Friday, December 26th, 2025 | Tonight on Our News, the unofficial results of the Boxing Day Junkanoo Parade are in, revealing a major upset that ended a legendary winning streak following a historic and controversial night on Bay Street. The Police Commissioner breaks her silence regarding the investigation into a recent death in police custody, while a community mourns the tragic loss of a former political candidate gunned down over the holidays. We also highlight the spirit of giving with reports on major donations for local children and a popular bishop’s mission to feed hundreds, plus we provide your extended forecast as we head into the final weekend of 2025. Stay tuned to catch up on the latest headlines and sports updates shaping the end of the year in The Bahamas.
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Christmas Eve Double Shooting Leaves One Dead in Yellow Elder — Thursday, December 25th, 2025

OUR NEWS — Thursday, December 25th, 2025 | Tonight on Our News, we begin with a somber Christmas in the capital as police investigate a holiday shooting in Yellow Elder that has left one man dead. As the countdown to Boxing Day begins, we explore the major changes coming to the Junkanoo parade under new management and look at a heartwarming mission to provide the gift of mobility to residents on Grand Bahama. We also take you inside the cinematic creativity of the Atlantis annual Christmas tree competition and catch up with Bahamian basketball stars making a major impact on the international stage. Finally, we reveal the lucky winner of a holiday giveaway and provide your complete forecast for the long festive weekend.
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