NEWS HEADLINES

A budget dispute is continuing to unfold in the final hours leading up to the governor’s State of the Island Address with the Leon Guerrero Administration calling out senators for appropriating the same dollars twice and driving Guam’s finance

A suspect wanted in connection with the armed robbery reported at the Guam Premier Outlets parking lot on February 6 is now in custody. According to Guam Police Department spokesperson Norman Analista, at 10:31am today, detectives with GPD's Criminal Inve

The retrial of Rudy Fegurgur Quinata in the killing of former Humåtak Mayor Daniel Sanchez is moving forward after years of delays. Quinata appeared in Superior Court on Tuesday via Zoom before Judge Vernon Perez from the Department of Corrections.

A 38-year-old woman is behind bars, accused of keeping a rental car past its due date and altering its temporary license plate. Chelsea Arian Taimanglo has been charged with theft of a motor vehicle as a second-degree felony and unauthorized use of a moto

The Department of Public Health and Social Services is bringing health and social services directly into the community. Led by its community health center, DPHSS is inviting residents to attend the Piti Village Outreach Event on Friday, Feb. 20, from 10 a

With the signing of Bill 210-38 into Public Law 38-93, the Guam Department of Labor is moving forward with implementation and enforcement of the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act, which provides reasonable workplace accommodations for pregnant workers and new

The contentious deep sea mining issue near the waters of Guam, the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands and American Samoa was a focal point highlighting the lack of autonomy United States territories face. This comes as non-profit organization Ri

Ahead of Governor Lou Leon Guerrero’s final State of the Island Address, lawmakers are already reviewing her Fiscal Year 2027 executive budget request, and a key disagreement is emerging over taxes and government spending. The debate over Leon Guerr

Four months in, we first met them tired, tested, and determined. Now—after months of pressure, discipline, and sacrifice—15 recruits are just weeks away from crossing the line from trainee to officer, ready to take on one of Guam’s tough

For a progress report on the refurbishment of two Guam Department of Education campuses, Marcial Sablan Elementary School is making big strides with more than 95% of its facility upgrades nearing completion. GDOE says exterior door replacements, restroom

Oversight chair on education, Senator Vince Borja is slated to host a community education town hall on Thursday, February 19th, at John F. Kennedy High School. The town hall comes on the heels of new leadership at the Guam Department of Education, with Bo

A broad shear line sliding south from Japan is now stalling near the far Northern Marianas, setting up a stretch of drier weather across the CNMI and Guam. Easterly trade winds are taking over and are expected to persist through the week, keeping rain cha

The Guam Women’s Chamber of Commerce will host a special Executive Presence Panel at its upcoming monthly membership meeting, featuring four accomplished leaders for an engaging conversation on Leading with Integrity and Staying Grounded in Demandin

Amphibious Aquatics announced results from the Asian Open Schools Invitational Swimming Championships 2026 in Bangkok. Twenty-one young athletes delivered standout performances, personal bests, and spirited teamwork that showcased the depth of Amphibious

A disturbance inside Guam’s correctional facility is raising new concerns about overcrowding, inmate safety, and whether the Department of Corrections is stretched beyond capacity. Several pretrial detainees were injured after a riot broke out Frida

An armed robbery targeting tourists at Guam Premier Outlets is raising serious concerns about public safety and Guam’s image as a safe place to visit. Guam police say a family, including a pregnant woman and an 11-month-old baby, was held at gunpoin

A war of words between the Governor’s Office and Senator Shawn Gumataotao over the decertification of a secure room used by the Marianas Regional Fusion Center. The Governor’s Office says the Department of Homeland Security memo does not place

As many as 75 temporary employees could be hired above step to help the Guam Housing and Urban Renewal Authority carry out the half-billion dollar Fix In Six program. GHURA’s board of commissioners recently approved a resolution to authorize six gov

After months of delays, a new move aims to push the Simon Sanchez High School project forward, despite an ongoing procurement protest. Here’s a full breakdown of the matter. Moving forward with a new home for the Sharks, over the weekend, the Office

The stomach flu—also known as norovirus—is on the rise both nationally and around the world. And while local health officials say there’s no data showing a concerning increase here at home, they’re still urging the public to take p

A night of celebration with a purpose — the Guam Women’s Club brought the community together with sequins, soul, and a whole lot of spirit filled the room all to raise scholarship funds that help Guam’s students pursue higher education a

The Guam Police Department is investigating an armed robbery that occurred around 3:33 p.m. today in the GPO parking lot.Police say three male suspects, reportedly armed, approached individuals in the parking lot and took personal belongings. No injuries

A special international Friendship Concert on Thursday, Feb. 12, 2026 at 1PM, featuring students from Okayama Higashi Commercial High School in Japan in partnership with the Guam Philharmonic Foundation, Okkodo High School, and Lam Lam Tours & Transportat

After months of preparation and a high-stakes courtroom showdown, Father Duenas Memorial School claimed the championship title at the Guam High School Mock Trial Competition, defeating Okkodo High School in the final round held Dec. 9, 2025, at the Suprem

Many Guam property owners are still waiting on their 2025 real property tax bills. A technical delay at the Department of Revenue & Taxation has prompted legislative scrutiny - and now action from the governor. For weeks, property owners across Guam have

We continue our coverage of the fallout from the Guam Department of Education’s management audit, as lawmakers now turn their attention to the department’s newly-elected acting superintendent. After hearing from the Guam Education Board on the


