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9th Circuit dismisses Attorney General’s appeal over Guam's Abortion Law
9th Circuit dismisses Attorney General’s appeal over Guam's Abortion Law

The 9th Circuit Court of Appeals has dismissed Guam Attorney General Doug Moylan’s appeal to reinstate the 1990 law banning abortion on the island. The ban, which makes no exceptions for incest or rape, was initially denied by the Guam District Cour

Little Fire Ants contaminate Masso Reservoir Nature Park and Sigua Falls
Little Fire Ants contaminate Masso Reservoir Nature Park and Sigua Falls

Little fire ants have made their way to two popular hiking spots and protected reservoirs. These tiny invasive ants with a painful sting are posing a risk to families and our ecology. “The technology to have us see them in the real world is amazing,

Matsuki Hirayama
Officers take part in week long training to sharpen critical skills
Officers take part in week long training to sharpen critical skills

A group of officers from across Guam's law enforcement agencies just completed a demanding and highly-requested tactical tracker training course. Over the course of one intense week, these officers learned the art, and the science, of tracking. From fugit

Joan Aguon Charfauros
Jessie San Agustin arrested in death of Charles Lacy
Jessie San Agustin arrested in death of Charles Lacy

In a late afternoon press conference, Guam Police Chief Stephen Ignacio identified not only the victim in a 2024 homicide case, but also the arrest of the suspect. As KUAM reported, it was on November 1 when officers from the Dededo Precinct responded to

Joan Aguon Charfauros
Raymond James hosts inaugural Micronesia Investment and Retirement Plans Conference at Hyatt Regency Guam
Raymond James hosts inaugural Micronesia Investment and Retirement Plans Conference at Hyatt Regency Guam

Raymond James & Associates, Inc. successfully hosted its Inaugural Micronesia Investment & Retirement Plans Conference for its clients in the region at the Hyatt Regency Guam on April 24, bringing together a distinguished lineup of finance professionals,

KUAM News
Guam Customs sports diversity and versatility as it kicks off 15th training cycle
Guam Customs sports diversity and versatility as it kicks off 15th training cycle

The Guam Customs and Quarantine Agency’s 15th Training Cycle is officially in motion, forming 30 officer trainees through an intensive customs enforcement curriculum and physical fitness program that is set to conclude in December. The cycle brings

KUAM News
Routine testing of advanced warning systems scheduled for next week
Routine testing of advanced warning systems scheduled for next week

The Offices of Guam Homeland Security and Civil Defense, U.S. Naval Base Guam, and Andersen Air Force Base will conduct routine testing of the vital communication and advance warning system sirens, respectively, on Tuesday, May 6, 2025, starting at 3:15 p

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Port Authority adds two new Tier 4 tractors through Diesel Emissions Reduction Act grant
Port Authority adds two new Tier 4 tractors through Diesel Emissions Reduction Act grant

The Port Authority of Guam is enhancing their operations with the arrival of two new Tier 4 tractors, funded through the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s Diesel Emissions Reduction Act grant program. These two Tier 4 tractors will replace olde

KUAM News
Rev & Tax: Ignore and delete E-Z Pass Lane Text scam circulating
Rev & Tax: Ignore and delete E-Z Pass Lane Text scam circulating

The Department of Revenue and Taxation has received reports of a scam involving the E-Z Pass Lane, a commonly used service used in the collection of fees for toll roads, bridges and tunnels in certain parts of the United States. Guam does not have tollway

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Man arrested in Dededo carjacking
Man arrested in Dededo carjacking

The Guam Police Department arrested a 34-year-old man following a carjacking that occurred Sunday morning in Dededo. According to GPD, AK Atty was taken into custody on suspicion of second-degree robbery, theft of a motor vehicle, and theft of property. T

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Education Town Halls continue at Okkodo High School
Education Town Halls continue at Okkodo High School

Closing out the school year with a community town hall meeting on education, the discussion is underway this evening at Okkodo High School. It’s part of a series of town halls held by the Oversight Chair On Education, Senator Vince Borja. Up for dis

Destiny Cruz-Langas
Public Health recalls select Mauna Loa dark chocolate macadamias due to potential allergens
Public Health recalls select Mauna Loa dark chocolate macadamias due to potential allergens

The Department of Public Health and Social Services is alerting the public about a voluntary recall of select bags of Mauna Loa dark chocolate covered macadamias due to undeclared almonds and cashews. Individuals with nut allergies are advised not to cons

KUAM News
Ronnie Chiguina promoted to Assistant Fire Chief in ceremony held Monday
Ronnie Chiguina promoted to Assistant Fire Chief in ceremony held Monday

As Guam Fire Department Chief Daren Burrier stated, “Today is a wonderful day as someone who has moved up the ranks over the years has now reached chief level within the agency.” In a ceremony held Monday at Adelup in front of family, friends,

Joan Aguon Charfauros
OAG to appeal governor's restraining order halting AG's Dignity Project
OAG to appeal governor's restraining order halting AG's Dignity Project

Today, Judge John Terlaje approved Governor Lou Leon Guerrero's temporary restraining order against the Attorney General's Office and the Opioid Recovery Advisory Council's “Dignity Project", effectively halting its launch. AG Doug Moylan responded

Nevaeh Anderson
Supporting man'amko’: exploring care options for assisted living
Supporting man'amko’: exploring care options for assisted living

Our beloved elderly community - our man'amko' - are considered the treasures of our community, but what options are out there for our aging population to continue to live an independent life while still getting the care they need? It’s a critical to

Destiny Cruz-Langas
GMH budget short $21.9 million amid vendor debt, nurse shortage and more
GMH budget short $21.9 million amid vendor debt, nurse shortage and more

The Guam Memorial Hospital Authority leadership is set to go before senators next week for their budget hearing. A nursing shortage, vendor debt, delayed and denied payments from insurers compounding a budget shortfall. This budget cycle, Guam's only publ

Matsuki Hirayama
Civil Defense planner indicted days after settlement with GovGuam
Civil Defense planner indicted days after settlement with GovGuam

Just days after reaching a settlement to be reinstated as a government employee, Leo Espia, a former planner with the Office of Civil Defense, has been indicted on multiple corruption charges. A superior court grand jury returned a true bill Friday, charg

Joan Aguon Charfauros
Man sentenced to 10 years for attempting to entice minor
Man sentenced to 10 years for attempting to entice minor

A former Air Force reservist and civilian employee at Andersen Air Force Base has been sentenced to 10 years in federal prison for attempted enticement of a minor. 46-year-old Richard Jay Ais Solang was arrested last May after he used a social media app t

Joan Aguon Charfauros
Woman given 10 years for meth trafficking & money laundering
Woman given 10 years for meth trafficking & money laundering

A Dededo woman will spend the next 10 years in federal prison after being convicted of drug trafficking charges. 55-year-old Lorina Ann Fejeran (also known as Lori Leon Guerrero), was sentenced Friday in the District Court of Guam for conspiracy to distri

Joan Aguon Charfauros
Community town hall planned to close-out school year
Community town hall planned to close-out school year

Closing out the school year with a community town hall meeting on education, the discussion is scheduled to take place this evening at Okkodo High School. It’s part of a series of town halls held by the oversight chair on education, Senator Vince Borja. 

Destiny Cruz-Langas
Community Based Outpatient Clinic Annex renovations begin near Guam Regional Medical City
Community Based Outpatient Clinic Annex renovations begin near Guam Regional Medical City

The Community Based Outpatient Clinic Annex’s located next to Guam Regional Medical City has officially begun their renovations. This significant project is expected to enhance the CBOC’s footprint on Guam and streamline access to vital VA med

KUAM News
Guam Symphony Society presents its 58th season finale concert, Tchaikovsky
Guam Symphony Society presents its 58th season finale concert, Tchaikovsky

The Guam Symphony Society invites the community to its 58th season finale concert, "Tchaikovsky," on Sunday, May 4 at 3 p.m. at the University of Guam Fine Arts Theater. The performance will feature an all-Tchaikovsky program and spotlight the 2025 young

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University of Guam variety trial finds two banana types ideal for Guam production
University of Guam variety trial finds two banana types ideal for Guam production

A variety trial conducted over the past year by University of Guam Cooperative Extension & Outreach tested five varieties of bananas: ‘Fiji,’ ‘Blue Java,’ ‘Macao,’ ‘Manila,’ and ‘Saba.’ From plan

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Marine Corps Base Camp Blaz opens the first Marine Corps chow hall on Guam
Marine Corps Base Camp Blaz opens the first Marine Corps chow hall on Guam

Marine Corps Base Camp Blaz celebrated a historic milestone today with the grand opening of its first chow hall on Guam, located at Andersen Air Force Base. The facility, open to all active duty service members, provides nutritious meals to support the ph

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GPA secures energy support, urges residents to shift peak usage
GPA secures energy support, urges residents to shift peak usage

With hotter months ahead as summer begins, the Guam Power Authority is taking urgent steps to secure additional energy as demand spikes across the island. The Consolidated Commission on Utilities has approved a resolution authorizing GPA to request extra

Nevaeh Anderson
Hundreds attend ‘Passport To Services’ to access critical support
Hundreds attend ‘Passport To Services’ to access critical support

Passports are typically used to open borders, but what if one could open the door to vital services instead? That’s the idea behind the Guam Homeless Coalition’s 'Passport to Services' event, designed to connect individuals experiencing or at

Destiny Cruz-Langas