Members of the community are invited to a free cultural activation this weekend hosted by gi matan guma’. The event takes place saturday from 4 to 7 p.m. at sagan kotturan chamoru in tumon and will feature multidisciplinary artists and cultural prac

Wednesday marks the final day of service at the Guam Department of Education for the deputy superintendents who served under former superintendent Dr. Kenneth Swanson. Among them is longtime GDOE veteran Joe Sanchez, whose departure was met with an outpou

With schools returning to classes soon, we give you a breakdown of Science is Fun and Awesome Learning Academy Charter School’s Fiscal Year 2023 audit and the strategies the program is using to move forward. SIFA audit is now available for public re

As Guam prepares to turn the page on a new year, Governor Lou Leon Guerrero and Lieutenant Governor Josh Tenorio say this moment is about more than reflection—it’s about recognizing the resilience, compassion, and unity that carried the island

During their break from classes over the holidays, 65 GDOE high schoolers took part in coursework from the GCA Guam Trades Academy in Tiyan, learning the skills and processes of modern construction. It's a lucrative industry, and the students in the inter

Incoming Guam Department of Education superintendent Dr. Judi Won Pat has announced her new senior leadership team. Franklin Leon Guerrero—who brings extensive experience, including working in the Pentagon—has been appointed deputy superintend

A group of high school students spent part of their winter break doing what many only see on crime shows – analyzing evidence and learning how science solves cases. KUAM went along for the experience, inside a forensic science camp hosted by the Gua

How can student-led organizations keep more of the money they raise for their causes? A bill proposing to waive sanitary permit fees aims to strike that balance—drawing strong support and providing much-needed clarity on the issue. Much-needed clari

The Guam Community College is expanding hands-on training opportunities for the island’s workforce. Today, GCC celebrated the opening of its newly-renovated Workforce Development Center —designed to prepare residents for high-demand jobs in co

33-year-old Jennilyn Crystal Dimla Flores is facing felony drug charges following a traffic stop Sunday night. Police say Flores was pulled over after officers clocked her Toyota sedan traveling 40 miles per hour in a 15 MPH zone. During the stop, an offi

A 53-year-old man has been arrested and charged in connection with a November family violence incident involving alleged threats made to a woman. According to court documents, Benjamin Unsiog Charfauros, Jr. was charged Monday with misdemeanor family viol

A shear line moving slowly south through the Northern Marianas is weakening, bringing mostly fair weather to Guam and Rota, with only patchy clouds near Saipan and Tinian. Forecasters say conditions should remain generally favorable across Guam and the CN

Christmas Eve for residents in the southern tip of the island was different than most. At least 53 homes in Malesso and Inarajan were impacted by significant flooding caused by heavy rainfall last week, with some families losing all their belongings. Toda

Strengthening and building better classroom access for deaf and hard-of-hearing students, the Guam Department of Education kicked-off a two-day training in partnership with the National Deaf Center. It was just a few weeks ago that advocates from the deaf

Candidates planning a run in election 2026 are being warned to mind their money — and their deadlines — as the Guam Election Commission rolls out a new fine schedule that allows penalties of up to $1,000 for late or improper campaign finance r

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