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GPD, GFD & EPA respond to apparent chemical spill in Barrigada
GPD, GFD & EPA respond to apparent chemical spill in Barrigada

Emergency officials responded to what appeared to be a chemical spill by the tri-intersection on Route 8 in Barrigada on Monday. The Guam Police Department, the Guam Fire Department and the Guam Environmental Protection Agency were on scene near the Shell

Guam’s Catholic Church, community mourns the loss of Father Mike Crisostomo
Guam’s Catholic Church, community mourns the loss of Father Mike Crisostomo

The island is mourning the loss of Pale Mike Crisostomo, a steadfast leader of the Catholic Church and a guiding presence in the community, as condolences pour in after his passing last week. Father Mike peacefully passed away surrounded by family after s

Destiny Cruz-Langas
Sacred Waters exhibit opens at Guam Museum
Sacred Waters exhibit opens at Guam Museum

A powerful new art exhibition honoring the deep connections between people, land, and water is coming to the Guam Museum. Ta Nå’i Ånimu II: Sacred Waters builds on the original Ta Nå’i Ånimu exhibition, centering indige

Joan Aguon Charfauros
Man arrested after knife threats in Maite apartment
Man arrested after knife threats in Maite apartment

A Maite man is facing multiple felony charges after allegedly threatening several people with a knife during a family dispute. According to a magistrate’s complaint filed in superior court, 27-year-old KN Billy had been drinking for much of the day

Joan Aguon Charfauros
Man charged in sexual assault case involving minor
Man charged in sexual assault case involving minor

A 35-year-old man has been formally charged in connection with the sexual assault of a minor, according to a magistrate’s complaint filed in superior court on January 4. Joseph Mantanona, Jr. faces charges of third-degree criminal sexual conduct, a

Joan Aguon Charfauros
Yigo fire contained, no injuries
Yigo fire contained, no injuries

At 1:10 Monday afternoon, Guam Fire Department units responded to a reported structure fire on Mendioka Street in Yigo. Firefighters arrived to find a semi-concrete home with a fire confined to one bedroom. At the time, the home was occupied by seven adul

Joan Aguon Charfauros
Bill seeks continuous protection for crime victims
Bill seeks continuous protection for crime victims

A new bill introduced at the Guam Legislature aims to close a critical safety gap for crime victims—especially during one of the most dangerous moments: when an offender is released from prison. Senator William Parkinson has introduced the Victim Pr

Joan Aguon Charfauros
Port board adopts Look Ahead 2026 Plan
Port board adopts Look Ahead 2026 Plan

The Port Authority of Guam is setting its course for the years ahead, with its board of directors unanimously adopting a new strategic plan focused on execution, stability, and long-term readiness. The plan formalizes the port’s strategic direction,

Joan Aguon Charfauros
Guam mourns passing of Father Mike Crisostomo
Guam mourns passing of Father Mike Crisostomo

With the deepest sorrow, the Catholic Church on Guam mourns the passing of one of its most beloved priests, Father Mike Crisostomo, who died peacefully today, January 2, at Guam Memorial Hospital, surrounded by family and loved ones. Palé Mike suff

Joan Aguon Charfauros
More than spelling: why language & identity are the heart of Bill 218
More than spelling: why language & identity are the heart of Bill 218

Ensuring language consistency, Senator Shelly Calvo introducing Bill 218, legislation aimed at standardizing the official use of the spelling “Chamoru” in Guam law and government documents.

Destiny Cruz-Langas
Customs wraps port enforcement operation
Customs wraps port enforcement operation

A five-week, multi-agency enforcement operation at Guam’s main seaport is now complete—strengthening border security and reinforcing partnerships aimed at keeping contraband off the island. The Guam Customs and Quarantine Agency, working along

Joan Aguon Charfauros
Financial relief for cancer patients to 'Level the playing field'
Financial relief for cancer patients to 'Level the playing field'

Guam Cancer Care is bringing back a critical lifeline for cancer patients on island. The non-profit organization announced the relaunch of their Financial Assistance Grant Program, thanks to a grant secured from the Guam Cancer Trust Fund. Financial relie

Matsuki Hirayama
OPA releases GDOE Fiscal Year 2024 audit
OPA releases GDOE Fiscal Year 2024 audit

The Office of Public Accountability has released its Fiscal Year 2024 audit of the Guam Department of Education, detailing critical findings on the agency’s financial operations. Here’s a breakdown of what the auditors found. Significant issue

Destiny Cruz-Langas
Pedestrian seriously injured in Mangilao crash
Pedestrian seriously injured in Mangilao crash

Guam Fire Department units responded to a serious auto-pedestrian crash in Mangilao late last night. According to GFD spokesperson Capt. Nick Garrido, at around 10:31pm, units were dispatched to Route 10 near the Mobil–Subway area. Paramedics found

Joan Aguon Charfauros
Navigating home returns STEM talent to Guam
Navigating home returns STEM talent to Guam

A National Science Foundation program is helping reverse Guam’s brain drain by bringing homegrown STEM talent back to the island. The Navigating Home program, led locally by the University of Guam Center for Island Sustainability and Sea Grant, welc

Joan Aguon Charfauros
Guam's Baby New Year is Lucas Arthur Tiozon Quejado
Guam's Baby New Year is Lucas Arthur Tiozon Quejado

As is our island's very proud local tradition each year, Guam is home to the first child born in the New Year on United States soil - and Baby 2026 is a happy little boy! Just before lunch at 11:47am, Lucas Arthur Tiozon Quejado came into the world at the

Jason Salas
Public hearing set for bill over pre-development site for Sanchez High
Public hearing set for bill over pre-development site for Sanchez High

A public hearing is now underway for Senator Chris Duenas’ Bill 235. The measure proposes amending a section of Public Law 36-60—specifically addressing pre-development stage duties for the Simon Sanchez High School project. The amendment targ

Destiny Cruz-Langas
Oversight hearing will focus on Guam Police Department
Oversight hearing will focus on Guam Police Department

Police funding, staffing, and officer morale will be in the spotlight at an upcoming legislative oversight hearing focused on the Guam Police Department. The hearing is scheduled for 9 a.m. Friday, January 9, and will be chaired by Sen. Shawn Gumataotao,

Joan Aguon Charfauros
CHamoru master techa honored
CHamoru master techa honored

For more than six decades, her voice has carried prayers, preserved tradition, and guided generations—and Tuesday morning, that lifelong calling is being formally honored. The Guam Council on the Arts and Humanities Agency has presented its prestigi

Joan Aguon Charfauros
Island residents share New Year's resolutions
Island residents share New Year's resolutions

2026 is officially here! Bringing the annual opportunity for a fresh start. Whether you embrace them or dismiss them, new year's resolutions are a powerful and persistent tradition. We hear from island residents on what they’re setting their sights

Destiny Cruz-Langas
Terlaje calls on community to testify about deep sea mining
Terlaje calls on community to testify about deep sea mining

In a push to pause the federal government’s proposal to open over 35 million acres of waters in the Marianas for mineral extraction, one veteran policymaker has introduced a resolution to show Guam’s unity against this action. A public hearing

Matsuki Hirayama
“The Great Peskadot” makes a splash with January 11 launch
“The Great Peskadot” makes a splash with January 11 launch

Get ready to cast your talayas for a great catch this New Year, with the launch of a brand-new local children’s book, The Great Peskadot! Written by Cabrini Cruz Palomo and illustrated by Veronica Cruz, the story follows Maria—a young Chamoru

Destiny Cruz-Langas
AG's latest billboard, social video depict 'purge' of non-citizen criminals
AG's latest billboard, social video depict 'purge' of non-citizen criminals

Many of you may have seen Attorney General Doug Moylan’s latest billboard campaign of a cartoon caricature depicting a man in shackles with luggage, a passport and the word “Purged.” Or maybe you’ve seen the social media videos of

Matsuki Hirayama
Cruise season sails into the New Year
Cruise season sails into the New Year

The Port Authority of Guam closed out the year with another major passenger vessel arrival this morning, welcoming the Japan-flagged Mitsui Ocean Fuji as it berthed just before 7:40am. The 649-foot cruise ship arrived from Saipan carrying more than 750 pa

Joan Aguon Charfauros
Lada Gardens Phase II breaks ground
Lada Gardens Phase II breaks ground

The Leon Guerrero Administration joined the Guam Housing Corporation, the Guam Housing and Urban Renewal Authority, and community partners monday to break ground on Phase II of the Lada Gardens renovation—continuing long-term investment in affordabl

Joan Aguon Charfauros
Gi Matan Guma’ hosts community art activation
Gi Matan Guma’ hosts community art activation

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

Joan Aguon Charfauros