Several potential candidates are taking the first official step toward the Decision 2026 Guam election. The Guam Election Commission began distributing candidate packets last week. 15 potential candidates have started paperwork to run for office this elec

A man is facing multiple felony charges after police say he assaulted and choked a woman known to him. According to a magistrate’s complaint filed in superior court, 46-year old Sebastion Anthony Vasapolli, is charged with strangulation and family v

Momentum continues to build around the long-awaited rebuild of Simon Sanchez High School, as lawmakers gathered last week to consider a measure that would add flexibility to the project’s pre-development stage. A public hearing was held on Friday on

The University of Guam has named Dr. Artemio “Ricky” Hernandez as its new vice president of administration and finance and chief business officer, effective today. Hernandez was selected following a comprehensive search that included on- and o

The launch of The Great Peskadot by local author—and University of Guam Press’ very own—Cabrini Cruz Palomo was met with an outpouring of warmth and support Sunday afternoon at Ypao Beach Park. Palomo reading from the story, rooted in is

The Guam Museum, in partnership with the Guam Girl Scouts, is cherishing a 90 years of girl scouting on Guam, an organization that was founded in 1935 and has played a valuable role in the island’s history. Beyond cookie sales, the Guam Girl Scouts

This past weekend up in Dededo, the smells of delicious baked good wafed all around Payless, as the community came out to support the grand opening of La Mae's Bake Shop at the Micronesia Mall. The new business is the passion project of Trisha Mae Marquez

The Guam Memorial Hospital Authority has been awarded a half-million dollar federal grant to strengthen its preparedness for high-risk infectious diseases. GMHA was selected to receive a $500,000 National Special Pathogen System Level II Award, supporting

The University of Guam reached a milestone at its Fall 2025 commencement, graduating the first-ever class from its master of library and information science program. 11 students completed the program, launched in 2024 to address a critical shortage of pro

This New Year’s resolution looks a little different than most for the Governor of Guam, who has the responsibility of leading the territory and fulfilling campaign promises as she closes out her second and final term. As Governor Lou Leon Guerrero p

Two youngsters from Harvest Christian Academy are proving that doing good doesn’t require recognition—just heart. By leading through action, they’re inspiring others to lend a hand while helping care for Guam, one beach at a time. They&r

The Department of Agriculture, in partnership with GAIN Spay & Neuter Island Pets, is kicking-off 2026 with its 9th Community Spay and Neuter Clinic aimed at reducing pet overpopulation on Guam. The clinic will be hosted by Sinajana Mayor Robert Hoffman a

The Leon Guerrero-Tenorio Administration says years of coordinated drug interdiction work is showing measurable results. On Thursday local and federal partners laid out what progress looks like – and why they say the work is far from over. The Gover

by Jannice Carassco, for KUAM News Today Congressman James Moylan recognized National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day. Honoring officers who put their lives on the line for the protection and safety of our nation recognizing them for their professionalis

The Guam Community College in partnership with Chalan Amte, SIFA Learning Academy Charter School, and the University of Guam’s American Medical Student Association, made their way down to the southern side of the island—bringing furry friends

Just days before the January 12 deadline to comment on a federal proposal that could open more than 35 million acres of seabed to deep sea mining, the 38th Guam Legislature has once again made its position clear. On Wednesday, senators held a public heari

Krystal Paco-San Agustin will conclude more than seven years of public service at the close of business today. She joined the Leon Guerrero Administration in 2019 as press secretary and later served as director of communications during some of Guam’

A 40-year-old man is facing felony drug charges following a traffic stop in Dededo. According to a magistrate’s complaint, Zachary Troy Aquino Cruz was charged Thursday with possession of a schedule II controlled substance as a third-degree felony.

A disturbance at a Tumon nightclub has led to felony charges against a 34-year-old man. According to a magistrate’s complaint filed in superior court, Simon Ensai was arrested early Wednesday morning after police were called to Club Icon around 12:3

by Jannice Carassco, for KUAM News The Guam Homelessness Coalition is seeking 250 volunteers for the Point-In-Time Homeless Count on January 30, 2026. This annual survey helps officials understand homelessness and their needs to better support guam's most

As we head into the dry season, the Guam Department of Agriculture is asking residents not to burn their Christmas trees. Officials say windy conditions can quickly turn sparks into dangerous wildfires. Instead, Agriculture’s Forestry and Soil Resou

Lawmakers are continuing close oversight of Guam’s response to dieldrin detected in the island’s water system. At the latest joint hearing, agencies laid out what’s been done so far to contain the contamination, identify its source, and improve how the public is kept informed. Since dieldrin was first detected last year, the Guam Waterworks Authority says its immediate focus has been stopping exposure and stabilizing the system. GWA assistant general manager Brett R...

Guam leaders are urging residents to speak up now on federal plans that could open the door to deep sea mining near Guam and the Northern Mariana Islands. Thursday night, the community gathered to learn how to push back -and why the ocean is too important to risk. For master canoe navigator Larry Raigetal, protecting the ocean means protecting indigenous practices passed down for thousands of years.  "It reminds me of like digging up ancestral grounds and messing aroun...

The Guam Police Department’s Criminal Investigation Division is asking for the public’s help in locating Jaylan Siren, also known as “Jayjay Andon.”  Siren is described as a 29-year-old male, standing approximately 5'7" tall, weighing about 170 pounds, with a dark brown complexion, black hair, and brown eyes. He is listed as being from Dededo. Police say Siren is a person of interest wanted for questioning in connection with multiple burglary and th...

Pale Mike Crisostomo will be laid to rest on Saturday, January 17. His funeral will be held at the Dulce Nombre De Maria Cathedral-Basilica in Hagåtña.  On Saturday morning, Pale Mike will arrive at the cathedral at 7am, where clergy will have private time with him.  The public is invited to join in prayer during this time. Public visitation will follow from 8 a.m. to 11:15 a.m., leading into the family’s final despidida. The casket will be closed at 11:4...