Lawmakers have unanimously passed a bill designed to streamline certifications for veteran educators. Oversight chair on education Senator Vince Borja’s Bill 199 would grant lifetime teaching certificates to educators with more than 25 years of serv

Following the Navy’s announcement that its Family Child Care Program will expand to include off-base providers on Guam, Senator Jesse Lujan, chairperson of the Legislature’s Committee on Federal and Foreign Affairs, is calling for a comprehens

The University of Guam’s School of Business and Public Administration is now accepting applications for the Pedro “Doc” Sanchez Professional Scholarship, open to GovGuam employees seeking to enroll in the Spring 2026 semester. The schola

A display of devotion, community and culture was held in Hagatna this afternoon as the island’s Catholic faithful turned out to celebrate Santa Marian Kamalen, Guam’s patron saint and protector. Every December 8, the annual procession around t

On the heels of the Simon Sanchez High School rebuild delay, the Department of Public Works has released all related documentation for public review. DPW director Vince Arriola says, “We want the public to see the process for themselves.” The

Natibu Dance Academy group took top honors at the first-ever Guam International Dance Festival — and then turned their victory into a gift. Under the direction of Dr. Benjie Santiago, Natibu won Best Cultural Performance and a $5,000 prize. But in a

Holiday shopping got a festive boost this weekend as kid entrepreneurs filled the Micronesia Mall with their one-of-a-kind creations and growing businesses. From handmade trinkets to stunning original paintings, the Neni Christmas Market at the Micronesia

It’s that time of the year when holiday cheer fills the air, and at United Airlines they’ve taken that sentament literally! On Friday, Guam’s hometown airline teamed up with children from the Make-A-Wish Foundation and the Children's Ark

An off-duty Guam Police officer is now facing seven criminal charges — including vehicular homicide and driving impaired - after investigators say he fatally struck a cyclist in Tamuning, then tried to cover it up with a staged crash hours later. Pr

The Guam Police Department is now conducting an internal affairs investigation after an alleged incident between a high-ranking officer and a patrol officer. GPD spokesperson Norman Analista confirms the incident stems from a traffic stop — followed

The holiday season just got a little safer for Guam homes and businesses. The Guam Customs and Quarantine Agency says all fresh evergreens arriving on-island, including Christmas trees, wreaths, and garlands — have been cleared of injurious pests af

The Guam Department of Education is applauding Astumbo Elementary School for a significant jump in its public health inspection rating — moving from a 22/C last year to a 14/B this year. The eight-demerit improvement marks a major step forward in th

Pay-Less Supermarkets officially unveiled its newly renovated Sinajana store Saturday. The Grand Re-Opening Program runs from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m. and will feature entertainment, activities, giveaways, and in-store promotions. Shoppers can explore major upgr

The Port Authority of Guam is getting a strong vote of confidence—Moody’s Investors Service has reaffirmed the agency’s Baa2 credit rating with a stable outlook for Fiscal Year 2024. The rating reflects the Port’s steady revenue, h

In a major win for Guam, Westcare Pacific Islands has been awarded a $2.5 million grant from Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez’s Day 1 Families Fund — a transformational investment aimed at ensuring no child on our island sleeps outside. WP

Multiple agencies coordinated a cleanup this morning at the Alupang Island homeless encampment that raised safety concerns in recent weeks. Outreach officials were also ready to assist, but those squatting at the island were nowhere to be found. On Friday

The governor and lieutenant governor say they’ve received a significant response from the U.S. Department of Defense—one that formally recognizes Guam’s concerns about the impacts of the ongoing military buildup. In a letter to Governor

Today is World Soil Day, a global reminder that the ground beneath us is more than just dirt. Here on Guam, healthy soil is at the heart of our food security, our environment, and the future of local farming. We dig into why protecting our soil matters no

There's just a day left before a couple dozen young entrepreneurs who have been working on product design and sales pitches take over the Micronesia Mall and thrill prospective customers as part of Saturday's "Neni Christmas Market". And to prepare for th

Guam lawmakers are moving forward on three major bills aimed at public safety, neighborhood preservation, and border security – all advanced during this week’s legislative session. The push to strengthen Guam’s criminal laws took center

A crash took the life of a local cyclist early Sunday morning. Investigators say the evidence from two separate crash reports led them to the arrest of a Guam Police Department officer. Around 3am on November 30, officers from GPD's Tumon Precinct respond

A funding delay between the Mayors Council of Guam and the Department of Public Health and Social Services briefly paused operations at senior citizen centers earlier this week. The temporary dispute has now been fully resolved and the focus is back on se

The Guam Police Department is investigating a fatal two-vehicle crash along Route 1 by Fish Eye Marine Park that occurred on December 2. The victim has been identified as 37-year-old Francisco Roberto Aguigui, marking Guam’s 19th traffic fatality of

The University of Guam School of Business and Public Administration is now accepting applications for the Pedro “Doc” Sanchez Professional Scholarship for government of Guam employees seeking to enroll in the 2026 Fañomnåkan semes

For the second time this year, the Guam Power Authority has been recognized by the American Public Power Association, this time for excellence in communications. Fifty-three public power utilities were honored at the APPA customer connections conference i