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Congressman Moylan pushes for bipartisan action as federal shutdown persists
Congressman Moylan pushes for bipartisan action as federal shutdown persists

The federal government shutdown continues, and its ripple effects are already being felt far beyond Capitol Hill, including here at home. KUAM News sat down with Guam delegate James Moylan to hear his thoughts on how we got here, what’s being done,

Forensic Symposium talks DNA, how 'single strand of hair' solved 80's murder
Forensic Symposium talks DNA, how 'single strand of hair' solved 80's murder

Guam is hosting the 3rd Annual Regional Forensic Science Symposium this week — a three-day event aimed at strengthening crime scene investigation and forensic capacity throughout the Pacific. It kicked-off this morning with remarks from local offici

Matsuki Hirayama
Traffic slowed as crews cleared Marine Corps Drive debris at East Agana
Traffic slowed as crews cleared Marine Corps Drive debris at East Agana

Heavy rainfall from a passing tropical disturbance left behind debris along Route 1 near vince jewelers in east hagåtña early wednesday morning — slowing traffic in both directions. Two southbound lanes and one northbound lane reopened

Joan Aguon Charfauros
See Yourself, Define Yourself — at INSPO
See Yourself, Define Yourself — at INSPO

It’s a space where memories are yours to create — and Team KUAM dropped by INSPO, Guam’s first self-portrait studio, to snap a few of our own and hear what inspired the vision behind it. Staring down the barrel of a camera lens can be in

Destiny Cruz-Langas
Enhancing Crime Lab collaboration the focus of the 3rd Regional Forensic Science Symposium
Enhancing Crime Lab collaboration the focus of the 3rd Regional Forensic Science Symposium

Guam Community College has officially kicked off the 3rd Regional Forensic Science Symposium, a three-day event bringing together forensic professionals, law enforcement, and students from across Guam and the region. Hosted at the GCC Multipurpose Auditor

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Guam Community College celebrates 35 workforce graduates
Guam Community College celebrates 35 workforce graduates

The Guam Community College celebrated 35 graduates from its workforce development programs, including the very first cohort of the YouthBuild Construction Trades Program. Held at the GCC Multipurpose Auditorium, the ceremony also honored completers from t

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Free flu clinic available at FHP Health Center on October 25
Free flu clinic available at FHP Health Center on October 25

As flu season continues, the community is encouraged to protect themselves and their families by attending a free flu clinic on Saturday, Oct. 25, 2025, from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the FHP Annex in Tamuning, located across from the ITC building. The clinic i

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Route 1 update; flood Watch in Effect
Route 1 update; flood Watch in Effect

Heavy rainfall left debris along Route 1 near Vince Jewelers in East Hagåtña, slowing traffic in both directions.As of 8:50 a.m., two northbound lanes and one southbound lane are open while crews continue clearing the area.GPD Chief Stephen I

Joan Aguon Charfauros
GMHA to end contract with TakeCare Insurance
GMHA to end contract with TakeCare Insurance

Starting November 1, the Guam Memorial Hospital Authority will no longer be part of TakeCare’s provider network. Patients with TakeCare insurance will be considered self-pay when receiving care at GMHA and will need to seek reimbursement directly fr

Joan Aguon Charfauros
Arbor Day celebrated with tree planting in Inalahan
Arbor Day celebrated with tree planting in Inalahan

In celebration of Arbor Day 2025, the Guam Department of Agriculture’s Forestry & Soil Resources Division (FSRD), in partnership with the Inalåhan Mayor’s Office, hosted a community tree planting event at the Gådaos Sagan Humug&ari

Matsuki Hirayama
Community urges governor to veto land bills
Community urges governor to veto land bills

Community members are making their voices heard, urging Governor Lou Leon Guerrero to veto two controversial land bills they say threaten both the environment and public health. At a community care event Monday in Hagatna, residents gathered at Asiga to w

Matsuki Hirayama
Families feeling the strain as Washington lawmakers remain in gridlock
Families feeling the strain as Washington lawmakers remain in gridlock

It's been nearly two weeks since the federal government shut down, with lawmakers in Washington still deadlocked over this fiscal year’s budget. And here on Guam, families are already feeling the impact – from furloughed federal employees to t

Nevaeh Anderson
Hurao Academy holds wave in honor of Indigenous Peoples’ Day
Hurao Academy holds wave in honor of Indigenous Peoples’ Day

On Monday afternoon, Maga’lahen Hurao Academy Charter School commemorated Indigenous Peoples’ Day with a wave near the Chief Kepuha statue in Hagatna. Families gathering to show pride, strength, and unity—standing strong for generations

Destiny Cruz-Langas
Tax filing extension deadline is October 15, 2025 for Guam Taxpayers
Tax filing extension deadline is October 15, 2025 for Guam Taxpayers

Taxpayers are reminded that the extended deadline to file individual income tax returns for tax year 2024 is Wednesday, Oct. 15, 2025. Guam taxpayers who requested the six-month extension from the April 15 deadline must submit their returns by tomorrow to

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Registration is now open for Triple J Bubble Color Run 5k/10k
Registration is now open for Triple J Bubble Color Run 5k/10k

Online registration has officially opened for Triple J’s 2025 TJ Bubble Color Run 5K/10K, happening on Saturday, Nov. 8, 2025, at the Triple J Showroom in Upper Tumon. The island’s most colorful fun run returns with both 5K and 10K routes, a l

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Community invited to participate in 2025 Great Guam ShakeOut
Community invited to participate in 2025 Great Guam ShakeOut

Guam will soon take part in the world’s largest earthquake drill, the Great ShakeOut. On Thursday, Oct. 16, 2025 at 10:16 a.m. (ChST), participants will practice the earthquake response procedure; “Drop, Cover and Hold On” from wherever

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GDOE superintendent candidates tackle key challenges facing the department
GDOE superintendent candidates tackle key challenges facing the department

Monday saw a lively discussion with three of the five applicants vying to become the next Guam Department of Education superintendent — all current or former deputy superintendents who shared common ground on several key issues. From teacher recruit

Destiny Cruz-Langas
GRTA officer arrested after gun incident at DPW compound
GRTA officer arrested after gun incident at DPW compound

KUAM News confirms that Guam Regional Transit Authority special projects officer Richard Ybanez has been arrested and charged with terrorizing following a firearm-related incident earlier this month at the GRTA offices located within the Department of Pub

Joan Aguon Charfauros
WIC remains fully operational despite ongoing federal government shutdown
WIC remains fully operational despite ongoing federal government shutdown

The Department of Public Health and Social Services confirms Guam’s special supplemental nutrition program for women, infants, and children (WIC), remains fully operational despite the ongoing federal government shutdown. All island clinics continue

Joan Aguon Charfauros
KUAM's Giving Tuesday Spark Ambassadors bring talent, ideas & passion to youth leadership program
KUAM's Giving Tuesday Spark Ambassadors bring talent, ideas & passion to youth leadership program

When big minds with caring hearts get together, good things happen and change is brought about. Some truly exceptional young people had a meetup this past weekend, taking part in the first creative forum for this year's Giving Tuesday Spark Ambassadors pr

Jason Salas
Three GDOE superintendent hopefuls take questions from the public
Three GDOE superintendent hopefuls take questions from the public

The Guam Education Board is moving closer to naming the next superintendent of the Guam Department of Education, with a possible decision after its October 21 meeting. On Monday, three of the five candidates facing questions from the public as the selecti

Destiny Cruz-Langas
Moylan outlines local aid for furloughed workers
Moylan outlines local aid for furloughed workers

As the federal government shutdown drags on, Guam Congressman James Moylan is calling for compassion, clarity, and coordination to help island families weather the impact. Moylan says his office is working daily to make sure no one faces hardship alone. H

Nevaeh Anderson
Jury selection to begin for Nick Moore murder trial
Jury selection to begin for Nick Moore murder trial

Jury selection will begin Tuesday for the high-profile murder trial of defendant Nicholas Wayne Moore as parties continue to work through technical difficulties over forensic evidence. Moore is accused of killing 27-year-old Michael Castro, whose body was

Matsuki Hirayama
GMH and Keck Medicine enter partnership to modernize healthcare on Guam
GMH and Keck Medicine enter partnership to modernize healthcare on Guam

Today the Governor's Office and the Guam Memorial Hospital Authority shared updates on their growing collaboration with Keck Medicine of the University of Southern California -- a partnership they say is already opening doors for local patients. The partn

Nevaeh Anderson
S&P Global reaffirms ‘A’ rating and stable outlook for the Port Authority of Guam
S&P Global reaffirms ‘A’ rating and stable outlook for the Port Authority of Guam

S&P Global Ratings has reaffirmed its long-term ‘A’ rating and stable outlook for the Port Authority of Guam’s 2018 Port Revenue Bonds, a strong vote of confidence in the Port’s financial management and stability. Despite a dip in

KUAM News
Agriculture Department kicks off Arbor Month 2025 with tree plantings and fire prevention activities
Agriculture Department kicks off Arbor Month 2025 with tree plantings and fire prevention activities

The Guam Department of Agriculture’s Forestry and Soil Resources Division is celebrating Arbor Month this October under the theme “Green Spaces, Shared Places: Enhancing our Forest Together.” Throughout the month, the Division will host

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