Guam will welcome the New Year with fireworks lighting up both sides of the island. The Guam Visitors Bureau will host two simultaneous fireworks shows at midnight, New Year’s Eve into January 1, 2026 — one over Tumon Bay and the other over Ha

Guam Police arrested a Mangilao man on multiple drug and firearm charges following a traffic stop on Christmas night. Police say 37-year-old Joear Belga Develles was pulled over around 11:14pm in the Route 15 area after officers noticed his vehicle regist

The Guam Police Department’s Criminal Investigation Division is asking for the public’s help in locating a person of interest wanted for questioning in connection with a robbery and a reported vehicle theft. Benjamin W. Ferrer, Jr. is describe

The Guam Education Board held an emergency meeting earlier this week to review minor and one material change recommended by legal counsel to the contract of incoming GDOE superintendent Dr. Judi Won Pat. During the meeting, Guam DOE's legal counsel outlin

The Port Authority of Guam will welcome two Japan-flagged cruise vessels over a three-day period as part of the island’s year-end maritime traffic. Vessel #1: MS Asuka III – Maiden Voyage to Guam Arrival: December 30, 2025 at approximately 7:0

The University of Guam is now accepting presentation proposals for its 17th Conference on Island Sustainability, scheduled to take place April 20-24, 2026, at the Hyatt Regency Guam. Under the theme "Illuminating the Path to Prosperity," the annual confer

Guam’s jail system is at a breaking point, with federal detainees being removed amid what officials openly called inhumane conditions—sparking warnings that without immediate action, the island could face federal court control once again. It w

The holidays aren’t over yet. As Christmas decorations come down and New Year’s Eve approaches, authorities are urging people to celebrate responsibly so you don't turn festive nights into emergencies. Christmas may be over, but holiday risks

Guam’s political leaders are standing united and sending a clear message against the federal government’s plans for deep sea mining in the Marianas. Several leaders gathered earlier this week in a meeting to discuss their concerns. As the dead

An independent audit of the Guam Department of Education is shedding light on the department’s operations. A closer examination of GDOE's management and curriculum—the agency engaging the Pacific Policy and Research Center to conduct an indepe

A man accused of killing a woman and her 1-year-old daughter in a deadly Dededo crash will remain behind bars on $5,000 cash bail. 23-year-old John Mariano Moses appeared Tuesday afternoon in the Superior Court of Guam, hours after being formally charged

A 31-year-old man is facing felony charges after police say he broke into an Inalåhan home and stole thousands of dollars’ worth of property. According to a magistrate’s complaint filed in superior court, Mark Francisco Quinata Taitague

Drivers are advised to plan ahead as the Guam Police Department conducts a DUI sobriety checkpoint tonight. The Guam Highway Patrol Division will begin the checkpoint at 8pm, as part of ongoing efforts to enhance road safety during the holiday season. The

Friday morning, there was a special movie screening of Avatar:Fire and Ash, the event highlighted the partnership of Enterprise Guam with USO Guam in supporting military families during the holiday season. Robert Paulino is Enterprise Guam's general manag

The Guam Memorial Hospital Authority is working with island partners to strengthen Guam’s emergency preparedness. GMHA joined healthcare providers and first responders for a federally funded hazard vulnerability assessment, focused on identifying ri

Prutehi Guahan is encouraging residents across Guam and the Marianas to take part in its second community comment workshop focused on deep sea mining in the region. The free virtual workshop, scheduled for Tuesday, January 6 at noon, will be held in partn

Governor Lou Leon Guerrero and Lieutenant Governor Josh Tenorio have a Christmas message to the island. Christmas on Guam has always been about connection and the small, familiar moments that remind us of home. It is the sound of kids laughing as they pla

There’s a handful of things that bring us together on Christmas: culture, tradition, and music. We give you a glimpse into Mount Carmel Academy Charter School's 18th Annual Christmas Concert, where all that and more came alive on stage! Kicking off

Many last-minute shoppers crowded malls and shops across the island on Christmas Eve to make sure family and friends woke up to the perfect present. KUAM braved the sea of humanity to take a closer look at the hustle and the holiday spirit that comes with

As the island’s roads get busier and deadlier during the holidays, the Guam Police Department is warning the community to think twice before getting behind the wheel. This as 21 lives have been lost this year already, three of them this month alone.

The doctor's office can be an intimidating place—but at Island Surgical Center, staff have transformed their clinic for the Christmas season, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere that puts patients and their families at ease. Tradition is a hallm

The Public Utilities Commission has approved a set of rate changes for the Guam Power Authority that include a base rate adjustment and a reduction in fuel charges, both set to take effect January 1, 2026. The PUC says the approved rates are designed to s

GHURA is proposing updates to its CDBG-DR “Fix In Six” action plan — and the changes trigger a 30-day public comment period starting today. The agency says the “Substantial Amendment No. 01” would affect five existing program

Guam is mourning the loss of former senator Carmen A. Kasperbauer — a respected nurse, legislator, and public servant whose life was defined by compassion, courage, and an unwavering commitment to the people of Guam. Governor Lou Leon Guerrero remem

The Guam Department of Education is highlighting progress at M.U. Lujan Elementary School following its latest Public Health inspection. The school improved its score to 24-C, down from 28-C on the previous inspection, reflecting steps taken to strengthen