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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

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
Replacement light fixtures & power poles being raised at GFA facility
Replacement light fixtures & power poles being raised at GFA facility

Today's a big day for our island's soccer community as 80-foot light poles are being erected throughout the Guam Football Association's National Training Center in Harmon.

Jason Salas
Confirmation hearing held for Matt Limtiaco to GMH board of trustees
Confirmation hearing held for Matt Limtiaco to GMH board of trustees

Down at the Guam Congress Hall this morning a confirmation hearing was held for the newest nominee to sit on the board of trustees for the Guam Memorial Hospital Authority. Matt Limtiaco, chief technology officer for the Bank of Guam, was appointed by the

Wreaths Across America 2025 carries tradition of gratitude forward
Wreaths Across America 2025 carries tradition of gratitude forward

Saturday marked Wreaths Across America day – a time set aside nationwide to honor the fallen, recognize those who serve and have served, and to teach future generations the enduring value of freedom and sacrifice. Here on Guam, the Office of the Gov

Nevaeh Anderson
"Lina'la I Hanom": 2nd annual Walk for Water calls for collective action
"Lina'la I Hanom": 2nd annual Walk for Water calls for collective action

This past Saturday, the Micronesian Climate Change Alliance gathered the community at Litekyan – also known as the Ritidian National Wildlife Refuge – for its annual Walk for Water. Held under the theme “Lina’la I Hanom,” mea

Nevaeh Anderson
Deep sea mining comment period extended; governor says it's 'not enough'
Deep sea mining comment period extended; governor says it's 'not enough'

A federal proposal that could allow deep-sea mining near the Northern Mariana Islands is drawing growing attention. While federal officials have extended the public comment period, local leaders say it falls short of what’s needed for a thorough and

Matsuki Hirayama
Senator Parkinson introduces legislation aimed at procurement reform
Senator Parkinson introduces legislation aimed at procurement reform

"We need to end the ability to weaponize the automatic stay against the public interest." That’s what one senator had to say—introducing legislation aimed at procurement reform. It’s legislation proposing a major shift in how procurement

Destiny Cruz-Langas
Bill to guarantee in-state tuition for territorial students advances in DC
Bill to guarantee in-state tuition for territorial students advances in DC

Bipartisan legislation led by Guam Congressman James Moylan is moving forward in Washington, bringing new hope for students across the United States territories. On Friday, Moylan’s bill seeking to guarantee in-state tuition rates for eligible stude

Nevaeh Anderson
KUAM CareForce donates toys for Salvation Army
KUAM CareForce donates toys for Salvation Army

Some of the hardest working people on the island throughout the holiday season are our friends at The Salvation Army Guam Corps, and today, they completed another mission, stopping by the KUAM Studios here in Harmon to corral a donation of over 100 toys w

Jason Salas
Close to 200 toys delivered to Merizo Martyrs Memorial School
Close to 200 toys delivered to Merizo Martyrs Memorial School

The Salvation Army made the trek to Merizo Martyrs Memorial School Monday morning, to drop off some holiday cheer. 193 students were gifted with toys which brought smiles to their faces. 4th grade teacher Jodie Nelson best described the reaction of her an

Joan Aguon Charfauros
Pono Hawaiian Grill food truck expands with Hagatna restaurant
Pono Hawaiian Grill food truck expands with Hagatna restaurant

Their sign, their slogan, their mission statement says it all: "Hafa Adai yan Aloha". Pono Hawaiian Grill's beautiful blending of Pacific cultures rooted in family, food and love. And at the opening of their new downtown restaurant, that's not just how th

Jason Salas
Ornellas could be deemed permanently incompetent in murder case
Ornellas could be deemed permanently incompetent in murder case

A man accused in one of Guam’s most disturbing murder cases may never be fit to stand trial. Superior Court Judge Alberto Tolentino said Donovan Allen Chargualaf Ornellas could be deemed permanently incompetent, raising the possibility his case coul

Joan Aguon Charfauros
Trial delayed for competency evaluation
Trial delayed for competency evaluation

A man accused in a violent string of crimes across the island last April will have his trial delayed as the court determines whether he is competent to stand trial. Jeromy Moe John Pangelinan appeared before Superior Court Judge Alberto Tolentino, who set

Joan Aguon Charfauros
Ukudu Power Plant to run 7 days continuously
Ukudu Power Plant to run 7 days continuously

Guam is one step closer to bringing its newest power plant fully online. The Guam Power Authority says the Ukudu Power Plant began reliability testing Sunday, the final and most critical step before entering commercial operation. The testing requires the

Joan Aguon Charfauros
Guam Guard's Fallen Heroes Run honors Gold Star Family of Sergeant Samson Mora
Guam Guard's Fallen Heroes Run honors Gold Star Family of Sergeant Samson Mora

Before daybreak, service members from the Guam National Guard took to the streets in Barrigada for a Fallen Heroes Run, maintaining their double-time pace en route to the home of the family of the late US Army Sergeant Samson Mora, who died in 2008 after

Jason Salas
GRMC ICU nurse manager makes history with national leadership certification
GRMC ICU nurse manager makes history with national leadership certification

A major milestone for Guam’s healthcare community — Guam Regional Medical City is celebrating intensive care unit nurse manager Kristine Stanley - the first and only nurse manager on island to earn the National Certified Nurse Manager and Lead

Destiny Cruz-Langas
Bank of Guam boosts Project Sottera
Bank of Guam boosts Project Sottera

For the third year in a row—the Bank of Guam is stepping up to support women and girls across our island through a holiday donation drive that makes a real difference. Employees and management have gathered feminine hygiene products and toiletries f

Joan Aguon Charfauros
GPD officer placed on house arrest
GPD officer placed on house arrest

A Guam Police Department officer charged in a fatal hit-and-run will now remain under house arrest as he awaits trial. Police Officer Derrick Atan, who faces vehicular homicide charges in the death of John Haas, was released from the Department of Correct

Joan Aguon Charfauros
GPD, DOC trainees graduate to active duty
GPD, DOC trainees graduate to active duty

They are answering the call to serve—Guam Police and Department of Corrections trainees celebrating graduation day, strengthening the island’s public safety workforce. In front of family, friends, and island leaders this morning, the Guam Poli

Joan Aguon Charfauros