A man is arrested after being accused of setting a car on fire in Talo’fo’fo’ and threatening to harm others known to him. Jonathan Michael Ojeda Martinez, 27, is charged with arson. According to court documents, officers were called to

A man is arrested after being accused of setting a car on fire in Talo’fo’fo’ and threatening to harm others known to him. Jonathan Michael Ojeda Martinez, 27, is charged with arson. According to court documents, officers were called to

Disbarred attorney John Richard Bell is found guilty of holding his staff hostage and threatening to harm them. It took a Superior Court of Guam jury about a day to deliberate. The verdict was announced before Judge Maria Cenzon late Friday afternoon. Bel

The Guam Power Authority reported Friday afternoon that 71 percent of the island’s power has been restored. This number includes the commercial and industrial loads. The amount of residential customers restored is at 51.4 percent as of 1 p.m. today.

The Governor Summer Youth Employment Program is back on and teens can apply for the program at the Guam Premier Outlet on Saturday. While the island is still in recovery from Typhoon Mawar, Department of Youth Affairs Director Melanie Brennan said that th

A man is placed under arrest after being accused of stealing copper wire from power lines in Dededo. Beau Derek Rengulbai, 45, is charged with damaging, stealing or receiving stolen government generators, telephones, or emergency or utility equipment and

The American Red Cross is calling for local volunteers to participate in training this weekend to help the island recover post-Typhoon Mawar. ARC’s Operations Management Assistant Workforce Director Gregg Stone speaks with KUAM about the training op

A lawyer for Donald Trump’s butler and body man, former Guam resident Walt Nauta, is alleging in court papers that a key prosecutor in the classified documents case inappropriately sought to pressure him by bringing up his application for a judgeshi

With approximately 300 residents at the new Tamuning shelter as of Friday morning, the American Red Cross is working with local partners to find additional shelter space. ARC, in partnership with the Government of Guam, set up the new site in the Guam Pak

Acting U.S. Labor Secretary Julie Su committed to working with CNMI Del. Gregorio Sablan on the issues surrounding CW-1, or CNMI-Only Transitional Worker, visa as she enters her new role. Sablan recently questioned Su at a House Education and the Workforc

On Thursday, the Guam Power Authority reported restoration for 66% of the system load (customer demand) and 48.8% of customers. Still, many are left asking why some areas have power, and others don’t. KUAM spoke with GPA communications manager Joyce

More than $7.9 million in tax refunds were processed and sent out on May 30, according to a release from the Office of the Governor. The refunds are for Tax Year 2022 and prior error-free returns for returns filed on, or before, April 11, 2023. Refunds co

Residents with damaged roofs from Typhoon Mawar are being offered some temporarily relief. Residents with damaged roofs from Typhoon Mawar are being offered some temporarily relief. Local and federal government officials today announced the launch of the

So many Guamanians are going through tough times right now, so making big decisions, stress and long periods waiting in line or in your car can make things hard. Dr. Jasmin Wenzel shared some breathing and relaxation tips that ANYONE can do ANYTIME and AN

In the aftermath of the big storm, the Attorney General’s Office has received numerous complaints of alleged price gouging. AG Doug Moylan says he’s set up a team to review the complaints, and is meeting with local businesses to address the is

Francisco Sablan and his team at Inas Kitchen on Saipan are giving back -- one plate lunch at a time. "It is a collaboration between Yaong Corporation here on Saipan and Inas Kitchen as well with American Red Cross CNMI. For every plate lunch that is sold

Jeju Air will be adding a direct flight between Busan, South Korea, and Saipan starting July 19. Jeju Air currently operates two daily flights between Seoul and Saipan. The announcement by CEO E-Bae Kim comes as Gov. Arnold Palacios and Marianas Visitors

Captain Hector Acosta has been in charge of the Guam chapter of the Salvation Army, and is already seeing a big challenge. But it's one that he and is volunteer colleagues are taking head-on, getting directly involved with collecting/distributing supplies

The Guam Department of Education has announced some of the dates and locations for Class of 2023 graduation ceremonies. George Washington High School, 2 p.m. at the UOG Calvo Field House: Graduates must be at the field house by noon on the day of the cere

The wait times at FEMA Disaster Recovery Centers can be hours long at a time. At least that’s what many are reporting at the Dededo Sports Complex location. Two more locations opened today at C.L. Taitano Elementary School in Sinajana and at the Ina

"Stand with Guam" is the fundraising campaign spearheaded by California-based businesses Calibis Clothing and Prubechu, both with Guam ties. They have partnered up with Denanche Drizzle to raise funds for those who are trying to rebuild their lives after

After postponements due to typhoon Mawar, only some graduating high school Guam Department of Education students will have their ceremonies at the University of Guam field house. GDOE spokesperson Michelle Franquez confirmed George Washington, Southern, a

A man serving jail time for attacking and threatening to kill his victim and the arresting police officer was denied his request to get out of prison early. Atanacio Cepeda had pleaded guilty to charges of robbery and terrorizing last year and was sentenc

A former Guam Police Department trainee was cleared of allegations that he attacked two Guam Fire Department medics following a car crash in Piti. Aguon allegedly told police he was drunk and blacked out following the crash, adding he woke up thinking he

The Guam Power Authority reported Thursday afternoon that 66 percent of the island’s power has been restored since Typhoon Mawar made landfall. This number includes the commercial and industrial loads.The amount of residential customers restored is

A webinar was held this morning with federal partners, delivering what many affected by Typhoon Mawar needed most – information, answers and hope. FEMA, the U.S. Small Business Administration and the Small Business Development Center detailed the pr

220 residents seeking shelter at GDOE schools were moved to a warehouse in Tamuning yesterday by the American Red Cross. ARC Senior Disaster Program Manager Douglas Fee said it's a move that helps to take the pressure off the Guam Department of Education.

A Superior Court jury is deciding the fate of a disbarred attorney accused of holding his staff hostage and threatening them. John Bell's trial for the alleged incident is before the court this week before Judge Maria Cenzon. Prosecuting attorney Basil O&

Major Tom Stambaugh wasn't born on Guam. He didn't grow up here. But the former commander of Salvation Army Guam Chapter sincerely enjoyed his time so much over several years and felt a deep connection to the island's culture and community, and considers

Regal Saipan is calling on the community to keep its theater clean when they watch a movie. In a social media post on Wednesday, the company showed photos of food and drinks scattered on the theater's floor and even one chair damaged by a movie-goer. "Par

The Rota Health Center is fully operational after Typhoon Mawar and its 40 staff continue their jobs as recovery is ongoing CNMI Hospital CEO Dr. Esther Muna said, "Facilities wise we have a lot of mitigation issues that we have to take care of for the ne

The Department of Agriculture's Division of Aquatic & Wildlife Resources has postponed its I’e’ Kids' Fishing Derby until further notice. The derby was scheduled for this Saturday, June 10. Contact Leilani Duenas at [email protected]

The U.S. House Committee on Natural Resources launched a bipartisan Indo-Pacific Task Force including delegates from Guam, CNMI, and American Samoa. “Our relationships with the U.S. territories and Freely Associated States in the Indo-Pacific region

Two weeks after Typhoon Mawar left the island in the dark, the Guam Power Authority has already restored more than half of the island’s system load. The dedicated efforts of the GPA crews lighting up homes across the island—like Chalan Pago ho

All public school graduation ceremonies will be held at the John F. Kennedy High school courtyard beginning June 15 through the 27th. Guam Department of Education Deputy Superintendent Erika Cruz said the other usual venue, the University of Guam Calvo Fi

The Guam Environmental Protection Agency U.S. Public Health Service chief engineer and water division director Capt. Brian Beardmen and PIO Nick Lee speak about updates and clears up any misunderstanding of their “DO NOT DRINK” Order. Guam EPA

A relief for families with pets impacted by Typhoon Mawar. Guam Animals in Need and the Department of Agriculture’s Animal Health Division distributed free pet food at the Department of Agriculture in Mangilao on Tuesday. Animal control officer Math

The Guam Power Authority reported Wednesday afternoon that 61 percent of the island’s power has been restored since Typhoon Mawar made landfall. This number includes the commercial and industrial loads.The amount of residential customers restored is

Guam’s mayors will be given a total of $1.9 million to help their Typhoon Mawar recovery efforts in the villages. As provided by Public Law 37-17, Gov. Lou Leon Guerrero and Lt. Gov. Joshua Tenorio presented each village mayor a check of $100,000 We

Residents impacted by Typhoon Mawar will have more places available to get assistance from officials with the Federal Emergency Management Agency. The Joint Information Center announced today that two additional Disaster Recovery Centers are set to open t

A free webinar hosted by the Guam Women's Chamber of Commerce, the Guam Hotel and Restaurant Association, SHRM and the Guam Chamber of Commerce is being held on Thursday to brief Guamanians about the Typhoon Mawar relief resources available to them from F

Because of the damages and unfortunate work stoppage local business have had to deal with, even if temporary, the Guam Department of Labor and the Guam Hotel and Restaurant Association are circulating a Disaster Unemployment Survey to gauge the specific c

The Leon Guerrero Administration is putting to quick use the $50 million in Typhoon Mawar recovery funding authorized by the Guam Legislature last week. The governor issued an executive order on Tuesday, which guides the spending. KUAM News spoke with Dep

Senators held a roundtable hearing on the school system’s Typhoon Mawar recovery effort. GDOE's top management and many school principals took a brief pause to update lawmakers and express their concerns. Acting superintendent Dr. Judi Won Pat is ur

Residents struggling without power and water continue to bear the brunt of Typhoon Mawar. For some, like Yigo resident Vicky Patao and her family, the lack of utilities for two weeks now is a life or death situation. She speaks out, sharing frustrations w

The Guam Police Department is investigating a theft complaint at Guam Homeland Security office in Agana Heights. Officers responded to a theft complaint at the Guam Homeland administrator’s office on June 3. The office belonged to now former adminis

The American Red Cross Northern Mariana Islands Chapter continues assisting Rota in their recovery after Typhoon Mawar. John Hirsh, the Executive Director of CNMI American Red Cross said, "For those who have had major damage or their homes are not habitab

Scoping meetings for the Enhanced Integrated Air and Missile Defense System on Guam have been postponed while recovery efforts continue in the aftermath of Typhoon Mawar. Three meetings for public discussion were originally scheduled for June 14, 15, and

The community is being cautioned to double check where they get their water, as it may be unsafe for human consumption. An investigation is underway after the Guam Environmental Protection Agency found out that multiple facilities across the island accept

The post-typhoon response efforts should be moving much faster now that Gov. Lou Leon Guerrero has signed an executive order authorizing emergency procurement for emergency response expenses. This includes all response efforts to Typhoon Mawar for procure

A show to bring some laughter to many during a rather difficult time is still on track for this weekend. Officials with Guam Comedy announced that the Jo Koy World Tour shows will go on as scheduled at the University of Guam Calvo Field House in Mangilao,

The Guam Power Authority reported Tuesday afternoon that 56 percent of the island’s power has been restored since Typhoon Mawar hit Guam. This number includes the commercial and industrial loads. GPA has shifted its updates to now include the amount

For current SNAP households experiencing food loss as a result of Typhoon Mawar, the Department of Public Health and Social Services is launching a program to replace any food purchased through their SNAP EBT cards. Public Health’s Christine San Nic

Two people are arrested in connection to a car theft reported at a local car rental company. Joseph Tomas Tenorio Salas, 32, and Shawndee Adams Duenas Santos, 22, are each charged with two counts of theft by receiving. Salas is also charged with possessio

Help is available for farmers and ranchers to recover loss from Typhoon Mawar. Department of Agriculture’s Director Chelsa Muña spoke with KUAM about their Crop Loss Compensation Program, which provides some monetary relief to help farmers ge

The JFK High School Class of 2023 will graduate as scheduled next week. The school lobbied hard to keep the June 15 date, and it was just approved by the Guam Department of Education. It hasn't been ideal for this particular, which has spent most of their

A 40-foot container is filled with supplies and goods after less than a week of donations. Now government officials are working to fill another container and ship both to Guam. "We’ve been here since Friday. Yesterday we were able to secure a second

Tomorrow will mark two weeks since Typhoon Mawar touched-down on Guam, but many in the Federated States of Micronesia community living in perhaps the hardest hit area at the Zero-Down Subdivision in Yigo continue to wait for help. A mother who saw severe

They’ve been working day in and day out to restore water to all island residents, working 12-16 hour shifts, rain or shine. Today, crews with Guam Waterworks Authority and the Guam Power Authority were boots on the ground, working on the Y1 & Y2 wel

The Department of Revenue & Taxation continues limited services at certain branches. Please take note that this information is subject to change. I. Vehicle Registration A. The Vehicle Registration Branch will be closed through Friday, June 9, 2023. B. Te

The Island-Wide Power System remains unstable while the Guam Power Authority continues restoration efforts. Fluctuating voltages and power interruptions continue to occur and are expected for those with power. GPA advises customers to take action to preve

Tinian's local leaders are organizing a month-long donation drive starting Tuesday, June 06, for those in need on Rota and Guam after the typhoon. "We are calling upon the community of Tinian to join us in this relief initiative by making donations, be it

It’s been two weeks since the typhoon has made its way to Guam’s shores and there has been no statement from the Guam Department of Education on school damages and assessments. In videos sent to KUAM showed schools had sustained a number of im

Triple J Saipan and Micronesian Air Cargo Services joined forces to send food to residents in Rota last Friday after Typhoon Mawar. “We’re lucky to have wonderful members of our community like John and Paula Stewart who gladly sent these items

Listed phone numbers for certain agencies under the Department of Public Health and Social Services are out of service. The public can contact 671-475-2608/90 to refer child abuse or neglect cases or fax the referral to 671-477-0500. You can also visit th

Guam and the Northern Mariana Islands participated in the summer meeting of the Island Government Finance Officers Association meeting in Portland, Oregon in May. Guam's Edward Birn, Director of the Dept. of Administration and CNMI Secretary of Finance Tr

The Guam Fire Department continues to reiterate to the island community to refrain from burning debris. KUAM News spoke with GFD Acting Fire Chief Joey San Nicolas for more on the importance of the public service announcement.

Residents are being asked not to bring any typhoon waste to the previously selected disposal site at the DYA Cottage Homes in Talo’fo’fo’. Officials with the Joint Information Center confirmed with KUAM Tuesday morning that the ground is

88 students at Kagman Elementary School on Saipan completed the Chamorro and Carolinian Immersion program. Students from kindergarten up to third grade take Chamorro and Carolinian classes entirely in the native languages while also learning cultural trad

Heading into week two of recovery from Typhoon Mawar, many still don't have power and water. The Department of Public Health and Social Services is now offering tips to help those preserve insulin and other medication: Insulin, when opened, can last 14-28

If you've lost wages or your job due to Typhoon Mawar, help is on the way. The Guam Department of Labor is working with FEMA and the U.S. Department of Labor to stand up a Disaster Unemployment Assistance program, according to a news release. More informa

Less than half of the island remains without electricity since Typhoon Mawar hit nearly two weeks ago. The Guam Power Authority reported on Monday that 53.2 percent has been restored. GPA is currently in phase II of the recovery efforts. Officials said th

Local businesses were hit hard by Typhoon Mawar, and hundreds are already seeking federal assistance from the U.S. Small Business Administration. The Guam Chamber of Commerce is taking a survey of its members to get a better picture of the impact. KUAM sp

As the members of the American Red Cross continue to mobilize to distribute supplies to those affected by the typhoon, Doug Fee, Assistant Director of External Affairs, tells KUAM concrete numbers of how many residents have been assisted are underway&mdas

"Keep them safe as they make heroic efforts in dangerous situations to rescue those in trouble on Guam," Father Rey Rosal said in a prayer on Friday at the Commonwealth Utilities Corporation office on Saipan. A prayer on Saipan Friday as 12 crew members f

Operations are limited for the Department of Agriculture's Animal Health Division after its facilities took damage during Typhoon Mawar. DOAG’s Territorial Veterinarian Dr. Mariana Turner said they are not able to address the island’s stray do

On Monday, Guam Superior Court Judge Arthur Barcinas said the Bank of Guam should wait to produce any documents in response to a subpoena issued by the CNMI Attorney General’s Special Prosecutor James Kingman until the court decides on the defense&r

Dana Kelly made the trip to the Dededo Sports Complex on Monday hoping for help from FEMA. She already applied for assistance following Typhoon Mawar's destruction to her NCS home. Local and federal officials as well as volunteers are at the Federal Emerg

Typhoon debris disposal sites are now open at Ypao Point, Dededo transfer station and the former carnival grounds in Tiyan, Barrigada. It’s a much needed service for residents who have been waiting to start cleaning up the debris left behind by the

School students looking for a summer job can apply down at Guam Premier Outlets this Saturday in Tamuning. The Department of Youth Affairs is launching the annual Summer Youth Employment Program.

Giving the Class of 2023 the celebation and recogntion they've earned after four years of hard work, sacrifice, friendship and teamwork, St. John's School held a special graduation ceremony this past weekend at the Guam Hilton Resort and Spa in Tumon. The

The Department of Public Health and Social Services, Division of Senior Citizens in partnership with the Mayors’ Council of Guam will provide Typhoon Mawar Recovery Grab-N-Go Meals to Senior Citizens Center and Adult Day Care active participants of

The Department of Public Health and Social Services is launching a Food Loss Program for current SNAP households who lost food that was purchased through their SNAP EBT Card due to the effects of Typhoon Mawar. The replacement for food items shall be cons

Four sites have been announced for residents who need to dispose of typhoon debris. The Guam Environmental Protection Agency along with the Guam National Guard, Department of Public Works and the Guam Department of Agriculture will be operating the typhoo

The start of the summer term at the Guam Community College has been delayed about one month due to the impacts of Typhoon Mawar. The first of classes is now set for July 3. If you have any questions regarding the Summer term schedule please call 671-735-5

Help for Guam’s homeless community doesn’t stop during the recovery period of Typhoon Mawar. The Guam Homeless Coalition and Office of Homelessness Assistance and Poverty Prevention provide an update on their efforts. Lt. Gov. Josh Tenorio and

Some residents in Dededo reported getting little to no water pressure after their water services had been restored. Gov. Lou Leon Guerrero, on Saturday, confirmed with KUAM that they’ve received reports that the equipment at the Guam Waterworks Auth

A line of cars showed up early for the opening of the Disaster Recovery Center in Mangilao. Multiple residents shared how they lost so much including their homes, and how they hope FEMA can help them to pick up the pieces and get back in their feet. The D

The U.S. Small Business Administration is standing by to help business interests who suffered damage during Typhoon Mawar. SBA public information office Kevin Wynne spoke with KUAM News about what support and relief is available, the application process/t

The lights should be turning on for more residents left in the dark in the wake of Typhoon Mawar. As of midday Saturday, 46 percent of customers were back on island power. The Guam Power Authority reports 12 of the 34,500 concrete power poles, 104 of the