
Jury finds disbarred attorney John Bell guilty
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

71% percent of island power restored, $100 credit applied
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.

Teens can apply for DYA employment program Saturday at GPO
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

‘No one told me it was wrong’: Suspect caught allegedly stealing copper wire from power lines
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

Train to volunteer with American Red Cross this weekend
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

Lawyer for key witness in Trump case with Guam ties
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

U.S. Labor Secretary to work with CNMI Del. Sablan on CW-1 issues
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

GPA continues Phase II of its restoration process; Phase III will roll out by next week
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

Dr. Jazzy's "Recovery Reset" – breathing techniques anyone can do anywhere, anytime
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

AG Doug Moylan on post-typhoon price gouging, possible investigation into Guam's utility agencies
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

Inas Kitchen on Saipan raising funds for Guam, Rota relief
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

Salvation Army steps up, rolls out, gets to work helping Guam recover
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

Guam-California collaboration raising funds for Mawar
"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

Tiyan High parent frustrated over graduation venue change
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

Early release denied for inmate serving time for robbery and terrorism
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

Resources for recovery: What's available to you and what the process is like
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

Hundreds of GDOE shelterees moved to Tamuning warehouse
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.

Closing arguments made in hostage case against attorney
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&

Former commander of Salvation Army Guam Chapter returns to his adopted island home to help
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 theater calls out "rowdy, disrespectful" movie-goers
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

CNMI Hospital sends medicine, equipment to GMH & GRMC after Typhoon Mawar
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

Agriculture's kids' fishing derby postponed
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]

Congress launches Indo-Pacific Task Force with U.S. Territories
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

Chalan Pago woman urges neighbors to just hold on, be patient for utility services
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

GDOE high school graduations to be at JFK High
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

Mayors given $1.9 million for Typhoon Related recovery
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

Two additional disaster recovery centers to open
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

Free webinar being held about typhoon disaster relief for Guam
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

Businesses urged to complete DOL Disaster Unemployment Survey
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

DOA's Ed Birn breaks down how $50M is being used for typhoon recovery
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

Yigo resident says weeks without utilities a life and death situation
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

Rota families receive American Red Cross assistance after Typhoon Mawar
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

Missile defense scoping meetings postponed, public comment period extended to Aug. 11
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

Guam EPA investigates reported deliveries of undrinkable water
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

Governor authorizes emergency procurement, overtime
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

Rev & Tax continues limited services at certain branches
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

Protect appliances from surges, spikes while grid unstable
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 organizes relief drive for Rota, Guam after Typhoon Mawar
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

Triple J, MACS send relief to Rota residents after Typhoon Mawar
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

Guam, CNMI join government finance officers summit in Oregon
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

88 students complete Chamorro & Carolinian Immersion Program at Kagman Elementary School on Saipan
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

Disaster Unemployment Assistance Program coming
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

Guam Chamber of Commerce shares perspective on "long road to recovery"
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

American Red Cross working with Guam mayors to get aide to village residents
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

CNMI line crew on Guam to help restore power after Typhoon Mawar
"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

Bank records subpoena, trial date debated in former CNMI Gov. Torres criminal case
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

Residents flock to FEMA Disaster Recovery Center for assistance
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

St. John's School holds graduation ceremony away from school after typhoon
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

SNAP households can replace some food lost from typhoon
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

How were Guam's homeless population aided before, during and after Typhoon Mawar?
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

Governor confirms GWA stations tampered with, water conservation executive order forthcoming
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

Island residents seeking FEMA assistance line-up at Disaster Recovery Center
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

SBA getting typhoon-damaged businesses get back on their feet
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