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Deep-sea mining proposal around Guam concerns leaders
Deep-sea mining proposal around Guam concerns leaders

A new federal proposal to explore deep-sea mining in waters near the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands and close to Guam is drawing sharp concern from island leaders and environmental experts. The governors of Guam and the CNMI are jointly requ

Court rules GHURA misused its power in seizing land for new medical campus
Court rules GHURA misused its power in seizing land for new medical campus

A major court ruling is shaping the path forward for the proposed Mangilao medical campus. The Superior Court of Guam ruled that the Guam Housing and Urban Renewal Authority overstepped it’s powers when it tried to take private properties for the pr

Nevaeh Anderson
American Red Cross Guam's Chita Blaise retires after 27 years of dedicated service
American Red Cross Guam's Chita Blaise retires after 27 years of dedicated service

It's the end of an era for longtime American Red Cross Guam Chapter executive director Chita Blaise, who is preparing to retire from the role later this month. KUAM sat down with Blaise as she reflects on her years of service and shares a heartfelt messag

Destiny Cruz-Langas
Bonita Baby celebrates 10 years honoring Guam’s families and a mother’s legacy
Bonita Baby celebrates 10 years honoring Guam’s families and a mother’s legacy

Bonita Baby, Guam's beloved CHamoru-inspired children’s brand, is celebrating its 10-year anniversary, marking a decade of cultural pride, family history, and community support. Founded in 2014 by the late Jessica Leon Guerrero Stout alongside her b

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Pay-Less Sinajana reopens with a fresh, modern look
Pay-Less Sinajana reopens with a fresh, modern look

Pay-Less Markets is celebrating the grand re-opening of its renovated Sinajana store, the original Pay-Less location dating back to 1967. The refreshed store blends modern convenience with island warmth, featuring brighter spaces, natural textures, and de

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What's next for Destination Guam after mass exodus of luxury retailers?
What's next for Destination Guam after mass exodus of luxury retailers?

What's in store for Guam's tourism industry after a mass exodus of longstanding luxury retailers and struggling businesses five years on the road to recovery post-pandemic? And how will the public and private sector work together to keep the industry aflo

Matsuki Hirayama
Governor calls fifth special session as $104M utilities upgrade project stalls
Governor calls fifth special session as $104M utilities upgrade project stalls

Governor Lou Leon Guerrero is once again urging lawmakers to take action, calling a fifth special session to deliberate the fate of Bill 2 (1-S) – a measure that would let the Guam Power Authority and Guam Waterworks Authority move forward on utilit

Nevaeh Anderson
"These were lives and they mattered": ceremony honors Guam's fallen heroes
"These were lives and they mattered": ceremony honors Guam's fallen heroes

It was a morning of memory, healing, and gratitude at the Guam Congress Building as families of Guam’s fallen heroes received medals that were meant to be in their hands years ago. The ceremony marks a renewed promise: that Guam never forgets those

Nevaeh Anderson
Guam Fire Department awarded over $5M in federal funding
Guam Fire Department awarded over $5M in federal funding

Guam’s first responders just received a game-changing boost — more than $5 million dollars in federal funding, the largest award in Guam Fire Department history. From new fuel-efficient pumpers to modernized maintenance operations, these inves

Joan Aguon Charfauros
Protest triggers mandatory delay in Simon Sanchez High construction
Protest triggers mandatory delay in Simon Sanchez High construction

A mandatory pause in the construction of the new Simon Sanchez High School campus is now in effect, following a procurement protest by General Pacific Services. The announcement came from the Office of the Governor on Wednesday evening, along with news th

Destiny Cruz-Langas
Chief of naval operations assesses quality-of-life resources for sailors aboard Naval Base Guam
Chief of naval operations assesses quality-of-life resources for sailors aboard Naval Base Guam

"There is no island to me more important than Guam," stated Admiral Daryl Caudle. "So therefore, there's nothing more important than to have a great relationship with the local community here." The highest-ranking officer in the United States Navy, chief

Jason Salas
Simon Sanchez replacement project hit with procurement protest, groundbreaking postponed
Simon Sanchez replacement project hit with procurement protest, groundbreaking postponed

The Department of Public Works confirms a procurement protest has been filed over the Simon Sanchez High School Replacement Project by General Pacific Services, triggering an automatic stay under Guam law and pausing all progress until a formal review is

Joan Aguon Charfauros
Your power bill could see changes, GPA explains base rate and LEAC adjustments
Your power bill could see changes, GPA explains base rate and LEAC adjustments

There may be some changes to your monthly power bill and you have a say in a series of public hearings through Friday. The Guam Power Authority is proposing a base rate adjustment to cover the cost of the Ukudu Power Plant. GPA wants to increase the base

Matsuki Hirayama
Senator confronts cost of living crisis with proposal to increase minimum wage
Senator confronts cost of living crisis with proposal to increase minimum wage

Guam’s minimum wage hasn’t kept up with the growing cost of basic living expenses. Now lawmakers are considering a system that would change that it’s also sparking debate over economic fairness, business viability, and how Guam defines a

Nevaeh Anderson
GPD issues public warning for wanted man
GPD issues public warning for wanted man

The Guam Police Department’s Criminal Investigation Division is asking for the community’s help in locating 54-year-old Leyton Ray Borja, also known as "Leyt" or "Dukduk". He is 5'8", weighs 220 lbs, and has tattoos on top of his head, around

Joan Aguon Charfauros
DFS to close after 50 years — final day set for March 2026
DFS to close after 50 years — final day set for March 2026

After more than half a century as one of the island's most recognized retail destinations, DFS Guam has announced it will close along with T Galleria — a decision confirmed by corporate communications director Velda Steel. Steel says the company inf

Joan Aguon Charfauros
Man found trespassing on former school property
Man found trespassing on former school property

A 40-year-old man is facing criminal charges after trespassing onto underutilized school property in Santa Rita. Jason Gogue Gamboa is being charged with possession of a schedule II controlled substance as a third-degree felony, and criminal trespass as a

Joan Aguon Charfauros
Guam clears major federal hurdle in push for better, cheaper internet
Guam clears major federal hurdle in push for better, cheaper internet

Guam is taking a giant leap toward stronger, more affordable internet. Congressman James Moylan announced that Guam is one of just 18 states and territories approved to move forward under the federal BEAD program — a major milestone that sets the st

Joan Aguon Charfauros
Wellness on Wheels returns: mobile clinic relaunches in Yigo
Wellness on Wheels returns: mobile clinic relaunches in Yigo

Guam’s first mobile health clinic is officially back on the road — and it’s rolling out its mission right where families need it most. In celebration of National Rural Health Day, the Todu Guam Foundation Health & Wellness Center, togeth

Joan Aguon Charfauros
Guam Memorial Hospital honors nursing excellence at first-ever DAISY award ceremony
Guam Memorial Hospital honors nursing excellence at first-ever DAISY award ceremony

The Guam Memorial Hospital Authority held its inaugural DAISY Award Ceremony today, recognizing 33 outstanding nurses for their compassion, dedication, and impact on patient care. The event also marked a milestone as ICU nurse Danica Dianzon was honored a

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Judiciary of Guam mourns the passing of Maria G. Fitzpatrick
Judiciary of Guam mourns the passing of Maria G. Fitzpatrick

The Judiciary of Guam is mourning the loss of Maria G. Fitzpatrick, a longtime public servant whose career spanned decades of dedicated work across the island’s justice system. Chief Justice Robert J. Torres reflected on her legacy, calling Maria a

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GDOE SPED Division: disability aides make up 72% of all vacant positions
GDOE SPED Division: disability aides make up 72% of all vacant positions

What can help curb the Guam Department of Education’s staffing shortages—especially in its Division of Special Education? One senator is offering new legislation that could point to a path forward, after education officials laid out the challe

Destiny Cruz-Langas
Guam Airport receives $10.4M from FAA for infrastructure upgrades
Guam Airport receives $10.4M from FAA for infrastructure upgrades

Guam’s only commercial airport is taking major steps toward a few long overdue improvements with the help of over $10 million in federal grant funding. Here's how airport leadership is putting those dollars to work to improve your travel experience.

Nevaeh Anderson
Coral disease outbreak at Piti Marine Preserve, 50 bags of trash removed
Coral disease outbreak at Piti Marine Preserve, 50 bags of trash removed

A noticeable stench and poor water quality in the Piti Bomb Holes Marine Preserve led biologists to a discovery of a coral disease outbreak that killed hundreds of corals. To address it, the Guam Coral Reef Initiative led a multi-agency clean up of the ne

Matsuki Hirayama
Man charged after alleged assault, car theft at Pearl Massage
Man charged after alleged assault, car theft at Pearl Massage

A man accused of violently attacking a woman and stealing her car is now behind bars on $5,000 cash bail. 55-year-old Yi Tuan Sun is facing multiple charges — including theft of a motor vehicle, interfering with the reporting of family violence, and

Joan Aguon Charfauros
Man with outstanding warrant arrested after early-morning trespass report
Man with outstanding warrant arrested after early-morning trespass report

A man with a lengthy criminal history is back in custody — after police say he tried to break into a home, then asked officers to “just toss” a straw that tested positive for meth. 44-year-old Jayson Francisco Song was charged with posse

Joan Aguon Charfauros