A bill proposing the transfer of Chamorro Land Trust property in Malesso’ is under renewed scrutiny. Senator Chris Barnett and Malesso’ mayor Franklin Champaco are calling for the immediate withdrawal of Bill 182, a move they say is backed by

Governor Lou Leon Guerrero and Lieutenant Governor Joshua Tenorio extend their deepest condolences to the family and friends of Emilio Uy, who passed away Friday morning. The governor and lt. governor honor his lifelong dedication to service, faith, and c

The Department of Public Health and Social Services has confirmed two new cases of whooping cough, bringing Guam’s total this year to three. The agency says contact tracing and case investigations are underway as officials monitor respiratory illnes

The Department of Public Health and Social Services received two laboratory-confirmed reports of Bordetella Pertussis (pertussis). This brings the total number of confirmed pertussis cases for 2026 to three. Epidemiologic case investigation and contact tr

After weeks of threats and confusion over President Donald Trump’s ambitions to take control over Greenland, growing concerns over the silence in Washington on what it could mean for Guam have reached a tipping point. Uncertainty has been building f

On Wednesday, a groundbreaking in Talo’fo’fo marked the next step toward improving police response times and public safety for Guam’s southern communities. KUAM News headed down to God's Country with what's in store for GPD's newest subs

She’s worn nearly every hat at the Guam Community College—from program specialist, to dean, and academic vice president—now, she’s stepping into the college’s top role. KUAM sat down with Dr. Virginia Tudela on her first day

Governor Lou Leon Guerrero and Lieutenant Governor Joshua Tenorio are highlighting strengthened ties between Guam and Japan following a high-level meeting with a Japanese government delegation visiting the island. The delegation was led by Sadamasa Oue, s

Heather Makalani's talent landed her the roles of Princess Jasmine in Aladdin, Sandy in Grease and various characters in Moulin Rouge. Yona bred, Harvest educated and SKIP Entertainment Company-trained, Heather's made it all the way to Broadway, living he

The Guam Department of Labor, in partnership with the Guam Contractors Association, recognized two individuals for completing their registered apprenticeship programs during a GCA monthly membership meeting held at the Westin Resort Guam. Honored graduate

The U.S. Geological Survey recorded a preliminary magnitude 4.9 earthquake at 1:53 p.m., located 71 km east-southeast of Yigo at a depth of 38.2 km.According to the Pacific Tsunami Warning Center, there is no tsunami threat to the Marianas. No major damag

Two measures heard at the Guam Legislature this week addressed very different, but equally fundamental, questions: how we name ourselves as a people, and how we ensure fairness in government. Lawmakers heard testimony on standardizing the spelling of "CHa

The National Weather Service and Weather Forecast Office Guam is monitoring a broad and disorganized tropical disturbance, Invest 92W, expected to pass between Yap and Guam Thursday night into Friday. At this time, the Joint Typhoon Warning Center continu

While some businesses on Guam continue to close their doors, a new one is opening, betting on fun and foot traffic as tourism slowly recovers from the pandemic. Matuki Hirayama takes you inside Gamebox, the newest attraction at the Micronesia Mall. Lights

Guam Fire Department units responded at 6:04am Wednesday morning to a report of an unresponsive male bleeding in the parking lot of 7 Mart in Upper Tumon. According to GFD spokesperson Captain Nick Garrido due to unknown circumstances, Guam Police Departm

A man accused of stealing $3.95 worth of candy from a Circle K gas station is also accused of cutting-off and taking an air compressor nozzle, causing about $100 in damage, according to a magistrate’s complaint filed in superior court. Police say 41

It was a moment of remembrance, respect, and resolve as leaders, officers, and families gathered at Skinner Plaza in Hagatna to break ground on a memorial dedicated to Guam’s fallen law enforcement heroes. On a sunny Tuesday afternoon, ground was br

A group of education and workforce leaders from Guam and the CNMI is fresh off an intensive training aimed at strengthening both the technical skills and mindset needed to work with big data. Dr. Sam Mabini Young, who led the group known as the “Haf

Police say a traffic crash on Ysengsong Road near Parks Market led to the arrest of a driver who openly admitted he was intoxicated. According to a magistrate’s complaint, when officers asked the driver if he had been drinking, he replied: “Si

The SNAP-Ed Program under University of Guam Land Grant invites community members to participate in a free nutrition education workshop series titled Mindful Chesa & Snacking. The series is designed to help adults build practical skills for healthier ever

The Department of Revenue and Taxation announces the start of Guam’s 2026 tax filing season beginning Jan. 26, 2026, and ending April 15, 2026. During this time, taxpayers should file their 2025 tax returns. DRT and the Department of Administration

The race for Adelup is heating up. Speaker Frank Blas, Jr. and former Guam Community College president Dr. Mary Okada officially launched their campaign for governor and lieutenant governor, respectively, under the republican ticket. The Blas-Okada team m

A new chapter is beginning for Guam’s Judiciary as a familiar leader returns to the helm. Today, Katherine Maraman was formally installed as chief justice-elect of the Supreme Court of Guam, pledging her renewed commitment to justice, integrity, and

The Guam Community College Board of Trustees announced today that Dr. Mary. Okada has concluded her service as president. The announcement was made during the board’s regular meeting on Tuesday. Okada retires after 18 years of dedicated leadership,

The Port Authority of Guam has received nearly $645,000 in grant funding to remove abandoned and derelict vessels from Guam’s southern waterways—addressing long-standing navigation and pollution hazards. The funding comes from the Boatus Found