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UOG Fanuchanan 2025 commencement set
UOG Fanuchanan 2025 commencement set

The University of Guam is set to celebrate its fanuchanan, or Fall 2025, commencement this Sunday, December 21, at the UOG Calvo Field House. A total of 198 students are expected to receive their degrees during the 2pm ceremony — including 134 bache

Governor declares December 24 & 26, January 2 closed holidays for GovGuam
Governor declares December 24 & 26, January 2 closed holidays for GovGuam

There's good news for Goverment of Guam employees as Governor Lou Leon Guerrero has declared December 24th, December 26, and January 2 as official Government of Guam holidays Under under the executive order signed today, all Executive Branch agencies will

Joan Aguon Charfauros
GDOE secures $54M in ARP reimbursements for 7-point plan
GDOE secures $54M in ARP reimbursements for 7-point plan

The Guam Department of Education has secured $54 million in American Rescue Plan funding reimbursements. The funds were approved by the US Department of Education after GDOE provided evidence supporting its seven-point plan to address learning loss. GDOE

Joan Aguon Charfauros
Sentencing delayed in home invasion case
Sentencing delayed in home invasion case

Sentencing has been delayed for a man facing multiple felony and misdemeanor charges, including home invasion, assault, burglary, and drug possession. Matthew Siguenza Salas appeared Monday in superior court, where a judge scheduled a January hearing to c

Joan Aguon Charfauros
Traffic stop leads to drug charge
Traffic stop leads to drug charge

A traffic stop for an expired registration has led to drug charges against a 35-year-old man. According to a magistrate’s complaint filed in superior court, police pulled over John Remlee Caoile Alhambra along Route 28 Tuesday night after noticing h

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29 new officers strengthen Guam’s Borders
29 new officers strengthen Guam’s Borders

For nearly ten months, they trained for one mission—protecting Guam’s borders. 29 new Guam Customs & Quarantine Agency officers officially step into that role, strengthening the island’s frontline defense. The recruits completed CQA's 15

Jason Salas
Parents who signed up for program, select toys for children
Parents who signed up for program, select toys for children

For four days, hope filled the aisles of the Salvation Army Toy Store—where hundreds of parents, many carrying the weight of a difficult year, were able to choose Christmas gifts for their children, thanks to the generosity of the island community t

Jason Salas
La Mae's Bake Shop cooks happiness into every bite
La Mae's Bake Shop cooks happiness into every bite

At 23 and just a year after finishing college, Trisha Mae Marquez has launched a new business. Her vocation is her avocation, with the venture's core competency being one of her many passions – as she now runs a bake shop operation in Payless Superm

Jason Salas
'We want to make Guam proud': Tony Roma's grand re-opening on Friday
'We want to make Guam proud': Tony Roma's grand re-opening on Friday

Get ready for mouth-watering ribs because Tony Roma’s is back, with a grand re-opening set for this Friday in Tumon. The long-running restaurant held a VIP event for local media and influencers on Wednesday, giving a first look to the newly-renovate

Matsuki Hirayama
GDOE governance debate: advocates say reform must focus on student needs
GDOE governance debate: advocates say reform must focus on student needs

As the debate over the Guam Department of Education's governance continues, advocates say true reform must go beyond who holds power—and focus on whether the system is actually working for every student it serves. During a passionate and candid comm

Destiny Cruz-Langas
Guam's only soup kitchen says they're serving more people than ever
Guam's only soup kitchen says they're serving more people than ever

As Guam continues to grapple with homelessness, the latest Point In Time Count shows fewer people living on the streets but those working closest to the issue say the need is far from over. We headed to the island’s only soup kitchen, where staff sa

Matsuki Hirayama
DOC officer's privately-owned firearm stolen from their vehicle
DOC officer's privately-owned firearm stolen from their vehicle

During Senator Shawn Gumataotao's oversight hearing with the Department of Corrections which covered several concerns, Senator Chris Barnett brought up a recent incident at the Mangilao compound, asking if the DOC director could comment on the record. "A

Joan Aguon Charfauros
Governor acts on three bills, signs two, issues one veto
Governor acts on three bills, signs two, issues one veto

Governor Lou Leon Guerrero has acted on three measures from the 38th Guam Legislature, signing two into law and vetoing one. She signed Bill 173, renewing the lease of the Mangilao police koban to the Vietnam Veterans of America, Chapter 668. The governor

Joan Aguon Charfauros
Former UOG employee guilty of stealing public funds
Former UOG employee guilty of stealing public funds

A former University of Guam employee has been found guilty of stealing thousands of dollars in public funds. The Office of the Attorney General says Florencia Ungiil Sikebert was convicted of theft of property as a second-degree felony, official misconduc

Joan Aguon Charfauros
Agueda Johnston Middle School lockdown triggered by off-campus firearm discovery
Agueda Johnston Middle School lockdown triggered by off-campus firearm discovery

The Guam Police Department says Central Precinct officers responded Tuesday around 1:34pm to a report that a 13-year-old male student at Agueda Johnston Middle School allegedly said he would bring a B.B. gun to campus Wednesday. No gun was found, and the

Joan Aguon Charfauros
Philippine Airlines launches Guam-Cebu flights
Philippine Airlines launches Guam-Cebu flights

Philippine Airlines is launching nonstop flights between Guam and Cebu, marking the only direct air link between the two destinations. The new thrice-weekly service begins December 16 and is expected to boost travel, tourism, and business ties between Gua

Joan Aguon Charfauros
Salvation Army talks Guam Homeless Shelter capacity, strain
Salvation Army talks Guam Homeless Shelter capacity, strain

We continue to shine light on Guam’s homeless crisis, as data from the Salvation Army shows there are more people without homes than there are emergency beds available. Here's a look at the shelter shortage and why many people experiencing homelessn

Matsuki Hirayama
A future for Chamoru: LBJ campus eyed for immersion school
A future for Chamoru: LBJ campus eyed for immersion school

“We know that we can look forward to Chamoru being strengthened in our schools.” That sentiment setting the tone during this week’s Guam Education Board discussions—as members consider a future for the now-decommissioned Lyndon B.

Destiny Cruz-Langas
Senators, acting governor move to shape responsible AI use on Guam
Senators, acting governor move to shape responsible AI use on Guam

Guam is taking a closer look at how artificial intelligence could shape the island’s future. On Tuesday, the Office of the Governor formally signed legislation creating the Guam Artificial Intelligence Regulatory Task Force. Artificial intelligence

Nevaeh Anderson
Sanchez LEGACY Club donates 800 toys to all elementary students at Finegayan
Sanchez LEGACY Club donates 800 toys to all elementary students at Finegayan

Up north today, the spirit of giving continued, as a high school with Yigo roots took care of is younger cousins in neighboring Dededo. The Simon Sanchez High School LEGACY Club, under the direction of reigning GDOE Teacher of the Year Acie Jo Cruz, prese

Jason Salas
'I don't know where else they would go': homeless crisis in Hagatna
'I don't know where else they would go': homeless crisis in Hagatna

From encampments, storefronts to tourist hotspots, the homeless crisis is visible throughout the island’s capitol and it’s impacting local businesses. Community members are speaking out on the issue, hoping to shed light and bring awareness es

Matsuki Hirayama
PBS Guam and KPRG-FM awarded over $687,000 to sustain local programming
PBS Guam and KPRG-FM awarded over $687,000 to sustain local programming

PBS Guam and Guam Educational Radio Foundation, or KPRG-FM, – have been awarded major national funding aimed at helping public broadcasters navigate unprecedented financial challenges. Both stations received support through the Public Media Bridge G

Joan Aguon Charfauros
Guam Education Board convening tonight
Guam Education Board convening tonight

Happening tonight, the Guam Education Board is holding its regular board meeting, with several key items expected to drive the discussion. On the agenda: board members will review proposed amendments to board policies, consider options for a permanent sit

Destiny Cruz-Langas
Community roundtable underway on future governance of GDOE
Community roundtable underway on future governance of GDOE

A community round table is set for Wednesday, focusing on the future governance of the Guam Department of Education. Education oversight chair Senator Vince Borja is inviting community members, educators, parents, students, school staff, and other stakeho

Destiny Cruz-Langas
Call for artists: Mali'e Co-Laboratory residency
Call for artists: Mali'e Co-Laboratory residency

Cultural practitioners and creatives from all disciplines are invited to apply for a paid, weeklong artist residency with Gi Matan Guma’ through its Mali’e’ Co-Laboratory. Led by the organization’s original Mali’e’ coho

Joan Aguon Charfauros
Hafa Adai holidays light up Hagatna
Hafa Adai holidays light up Hagatna

Hagatna is ready to shine this holiday season. Acting Governor Josh Tenorio is inviting the community to Skinner Plaza this Wednesday, December 17, for the lighting of the capital and the 4th Annual Governor’s Christmas Light Parade. The lighting ce

Joan Aguon Charfauros