
NMI Gov. Palacios committed to pivot away from China tourism market
NMI Gov. Arnold Palacios defended his pivot away from the China tourism market and toward the military as there are growing calls to tap back into the market amid a deficit. "We're always vulnerable and we're always vulnerable despite the geopolitical sit

Mental Health Matters: Breaking a culture of silence on Tinian (Part 3)
Mary H. Brazzle / Behavioral Health Specialist "A lot of the students experience trauma and even just hearing like the strong winds would trigger a reaction in them, but they wouldn't even know, a lot of them didn't understand why," said Mary H. Brazzle,

Few testify on bill that would suspend BPT on food and medicine
A hearing on a bill to suspend the business privilege tax on food and medicine for a year drew surprisingly little testimony today. Sponsor, Sen. Jesse Lujan is seeking a one-year waiver on the widely purchased items to hopefully give consumers a much-nee

Murder suspect could need a new attorney soon
Murder suspect Jordan Babauta may have an attorney but there could issue with his duration in the case, causing another delay to move forward with the trial. Babuata is one of the four accused of killing retired Army veteran Jason Susuico back in January.

Radar digital speed display collects data and serves as speeding deterrent
With an alarming number of lives lost on the roads just this year, authorities are hoping a new piece of equipment that displays how fast motorists are driving will help deter speeding. Many of you may remember a viral flier of the equipment circulating o

American Red Cross Volunteer of the Year Dan Cogar brings relief for fellow Guamnians
Their mission is to prevent pain and alleviate suffering—this is what volunteers with the American Red Cross Guam Chapter do. We kick off our series by highlighting the efforts of these unsung heroes during the aftermath of Typhoon Mawar.

GPD officer accused of aggravated assault back on duty
The Guam Police Department officer who is charged with aggravated assault and was placed on administrative leave while internal affairs conducted their investigation, seems to be back on duty. According to a memo dated Sept. 14, effective Sept. 17, Leon G

Celebrate 30 years of Hyatt Regency Guam with Winefest 2023
Hyatt Regency Guam is celebrating its 30th anniversary with its annual WineFest 2023 this Sept. 30. Island Beverage Marketing Director Kimberlee Gogue told KUAM News that whether you are a novice or wine connoisseur, with over 200 premium wines from all o

Confirmation hearing held for Fred Bordallo as DOC director
A confirmation hearing was held today for Fred Bordallo to be the next director of the Department of Corrections. Bordallo is a U.S. Marine Corps veteran and a former chief of the Guam Police Department. Most recently he served as director of the Office o

AG's legal opinion proposes agreement to allow operations to continue at shooting range
Today Sports Land Shooting Range owner John Sablan receiving documents from the Office of the Attorney General of Guam. AG Doug Moylan finally gave his legal opinion a month after the island’s only outdoor shooting range was forced to close its door

GPD officer accused of aggravated assault seeks attorney
The hearing for a Guam Police Department officer who is charged with aggravated assault as a third-degree felony was moved to October 4 as he is still in the process of securing an attorney. On Wednesday, Peter Jesse Leon Guerrero appeared before Magistra

Health alert issued for certain Spam Classic cans
Heads up for an island staple -- the Department of Public Health and Social Services and Social Services has put an alert out on certain Spam Classic cans. According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture, the Hormel Foods Corp. Services reported last mont

GDOE refutes claims over "climate of fear" allegations in agency
If employees at the Guam Department of Education see something, can they really say something? KUAM spoke to GDOE officials amid allegations that fear of retribution is silencing concerned staff. If you want a glimpse into the conditions at GDOE's public

Thunderstorm advisory in effect until 4:30 p.m., Thursday
A thunderstorm advisory for the airport has been issued by the National Weather Service Guam Weather Forecast Office until 4:30 p.m., Thursday. Thunderstorms are possible or occurring within 20 nautical miles of the airport. Be alert and take precautions

Potential load shedding extended through Sept. 30
The Guam Power Authority is extending its potential rotating outage schedule another 10 days -- now through Sept. 30. GPA gave the latest update as they continue to work to stabilize the island's power system. Repairs continue to base load unit Cabras 2 b

Guam Bar Association rejects proposal to allow limited outside employment
It's no secret many have been jumping ship since the Guam attorney general came into office at the beginning of the year. There's been a steady decline in lawyers for years. Now in an attempt to boost recruitment efforts, the AG is making a request to the

GPD out on roads ensuring drivers obey speed limits, traffic rules
You may have noticed an increased police presence on major thoroughfares around the island, and the initiative is already paying dividends, keeping our roads safe. GPD says two new programs – SCOPE, which stands for Seatbelt Child Restraint Occupant

Former MMA fighter seeking new attorney in assault case
Former mixed martial arts fighter Ricky Camp accused of brutally assaulting an off-duty law enforcement officer is seeking a new attorney. Appearing before Magistrate Judge Benjamin Sison on Wednesday, Ricky Camp told the court he has to, “find one

Lifeworks Guam 19th Candlelight Memorial Service on Saturday
Lifeworks Guam is holding their 19th Annual Candlelight Memorial Service this Saturday at the Saint Anthony Catholic School auditorium to remember the lives lost to suicide. This comes as we continue to bring awareness this September as Suicide Prevention

Second psychological evaluation performed on murder defendant
On Tuesday, the man accused in the beheading of 51-year-old Andrew Castro appeared in Superior Court of Guam Judge Alberto Tolentino's courtroom for a hearing. Donovan Allen Chargualaf Ornellas appeared with his attorney William Pole to discuss with the j

Guam women shine & spread the Hafa Adai Spirit in National Miss Curvy Pageant
Welcome home to the Guam delegation! Which one, you say, given that at any moment our community sends a bunch of representatives worldwide to spread the Hafa Adai gospel? On this occasion, I'm talking about the group of girls that competed in the National

4.8 magnitude quake strikes south west of Guam
Did you feel it? The U.S. Geological Survey recorded an earthquake with a preliminary magnitude of 4.8 that struck 274 kilometers south-southwest Malesso', with a depth of 10.0 kilometers, at 7:10 a.m., according to a news release. There is no tsunami thr

GWA presents post-Mawar recovery report to the CCU
Compared to previous major typhoons, the island's water system held up pretty post-Mawar. The Guam Waterworks Authority presented a storm recovery report to the Consolidated Commission on Utilities today. 94 wells were operational before the storm hit. Af

188 tax refunds worth more than $595K sent out Monday
Individual Tax refund payments totaling almost $696,000 for Tax Year 2022 were processed and sent out on September 15, according to a release from the Office of the Governor. The payments are for 233 individual error-free returns filed on or before Septem

GBHWC announces Manggaige Ham (Mawar) crisis counseling program
"We are here" - that’s the message the Guam Behavioral Health and Wellness Center is sharing with the community through the launch of its Manggaige Ham crisis counseling program for Typhoon Mawar survivors. The resource aims to provide disaster surv

Judge recuses herself from lawsuit filed against GDOE and GEB
The lawsuit against Guam Department of Education Superintendent Dr. Kenneth Swanson and the members of the Guam Education Board is at a standstill. The case involves GDOE parents of two separate minor children with disabilities suing Swanson and the GEB f

GRMC sued for $4.4 million in back rent for Medical Arts Facility
A multi-million dollar lawsuit has been filed against the Guam Regional Medical City for failure to make lease payments on the Medical Arts Facility next door. The claim was brought by the facility developer CW Holdings LLC, which said GRMC signed a 30-ye

Haze over Guam appears to be from Kilauea volcano in Hawaii
Scores on Guamanians of you have been DM'ing us about the strange haze that's been over Guam today. Brandon Aydlett with the National Weather Service says it appears to be residual effects from the Kilauea volcano in Hawaii about a week ago. "Kilauea has

Two elementary schools return to regular school schedule
Excitement is in the air for the students of Upi Elementary School as the home of the totots returns to their Yigo campus today, five days a week, for in-person learning. Their return marks the end of an alternating schedule for both D.L. Perez and UPI sc

Guam delegate sponsors bill to raise penalties for sex trafficking children
A bill that aims to raise the mandatory minimum years of imprisonment for engaging in the trafficking of any persons under the age of 18 has been introduced by Congressman James Moylan along with co-lead Congressman Don Davis, Congressman Buddy Carter, Co

Super Coffee & Super Enrgy available now exclusively at all Foody's on Guam
While we take pride in our relaxed pace and kickback island vibes, we all lead busy lives and we could all use a boost to get us through the day. So head over to any of the 13 Foody's locations throughout Guam for the fix you crave – without the gui

Fish On! 832.5-lb marlin reeled-in by three-man crew in fishing derby
In sports, there are fish tales...and then there are legendary athletic stories that stand the test of time. The three-man Fish On crew of the 22' fishing vessel The Chief, which competed in the Gregorio Perez Invitational Fishing Derby, after a day of tr

Fed recommends GDOE terminate third-party fiduciary agent
Following the U.S. Department of Education Grants and Risk Management Division’s high-risk validation visit with the Guam Department of Education Friday, GDOE superintendent, Dr. Kenneth Swanson said the department received a recommendation from the

Elderly woman attacked while walking in Dededo area
An elderly woman was transported to the Guam Regional Medical City for injuries she sustained during a strong-arm robbery that occurred Sunday morning. According to Guam Police Department spokesperson Officer Berlyn Savella, the woman was walking along th

DAWR empowering two southern villages through a first-of-its-kind community clam farming project
The Guam Department Of Agriculture Division of Aquatic and Wildlife Resources is looking to establish an in-water community clam farm in Inalahan and Malesso’. DAWR Biologist and project Principal Investigator Frank Roberto told KUAM News plans are

Philippine Airlines opens sales office at Micronesia Mall
In another sign that the regional travel industry is continuing its post-pandemic recovery, Philippine Airlines announced its opening a new ticketing center at the Micronesia Mall. PAL regional head Bryan Ang says the Guam to Manila Route is back in full

Man facing multiple charges in three incidents
Twenty-three-year-old Anthony E. Jack was arrested and charged with burglary to a motor vehicle, theft, criminal mischief, eluding a police officer, reckless driving and criminal trespass. According to a magistrate's complaint, in December 2022, Jack was

Guam son feeds 'the faithful': Alvin Kabiling is executive chef at the home of the Niners
Screaming at the top of your lungs and cheering on the Niners can definitely build up the appetite of the faithful. So who better to please their palates than Guam's own Alvin Kabiling. Kabiling, who was born and raised on island, is the executive chef fo

Airport police ramping up traffic enforcement efforts
Motorists take note, especially those traveling on airport roadways. Airport police will be enforcing traffic on Route 10-A and the Maga'haga Highway throughout the workweek and weekends. Guam International Airport Authority's acting executive manager, Ri

Thieves steal solar lights off small business in Tamuning
The Guam Police Department and management of Thrifty Car Rental Guam are seeking the community's assistance in tracking down the person(s) responsible for stealing hundreds of dollars in solar lights in broad daylight on Sunday just after business closed

Testimony wraps up in murder trial against Nathan Ojeda
The Nathan Ojeda murder trial wrapped up witness testimony and will prepare for closing arguments next week. Ojeda is accused of shooting and killing Anthony "AJ" Mendiola on Jan. 4 in the southern village of Hagat The defense called Ojeda’s former

Local 2030 islands network gets additional funding
Expanding the capacity to build on sustainable development throughout Micronesia and the Pacific. The University of Guam Center for Island Sustainability and Sea Grant, along with Guam Green Growth, announcing additional funding for the local 2030 Islands

Man arrested for Stonefish Grill break in last week
An arrest was made in the break-in at Stonefish Grill and the Tumon Golf Driving Range last week. Through interviews and follow-ups, the Guam Police Department's community crimes task force arrested 29-year-old Dion Neely Richard for burglary, criminal mi

Woman who stole more than $50K from SNAP sentenced to 11 months in federal prison
A woman convicted of stealing over $50,000 in SNAP benefits will serve eight months in federal prison. Eugena Palomo Lane appeared before Chief Judge Frances Tydingco-Gatewood in the District Court of Guam in Hagatna earlier today. The 39-year-old admitte

Testimony heard on legislation providing rape victims with access to contraceptive meds
Heard before the members of the Guam Legislature today was a bill to require hospital emergency rooms to provide rape victims with information and access to contraceptive pills. Sponsor Senator Will Parkinson says 22 states have such laws on the books, an

September highlights Suicide Prevention and Recovery Awareness
Here at home, the Guam Behavioral Health and Wellness Center is busy especially during the month of September with a slew of activities and outreach events as part of Suicide Prevention and Recovery Awareness. Director Therese Arriolas said, "Suicide prev

Man brandishing knife, drinking beer stopped before approaching governor
He caught the eye of the governor's security detail while she was on her morning walk. Now, 32-year-old Byron Taimanglo Muna is facing charges of disorderly conduct and public drunkenness. According to a magistrate's complaint, on Monday morning, Muna was

GovGuam continuity of operations in disaster situations a concern for Blas
The 9/11 anniversary sparked Minority Leader Frank Blas, Jr. To request "asset insurance and continuity of operations plans" from all executive branch agencies. He says there are two lessons learned from the worst terrorist attacks in American history: a

Murder weapon stolen from probation officer's car is personal firearm
The gun used in the senseless shooting Saturday afternoon at the Hi5 Logo Shop in Maite that left one man dead belonged to a probation officer. The alleged suspect, 21-year-old Jayson Gaan Sowas allegedly admitted to investigators he stole the gun from an

Public Health reports 2 new COVID-19 subvariant cases on island
Over the weekend, the Department of Public Health and Social Services confirmed two cases of the EG.5 (Eris) COVID-19 omicron subvariant. Available evidence suggests Eris to be transmissible, but not as severe. Those experiencing symptoms should get teste

Focus on Your Vision: Prioritize Eye Health with an Eye Exam
Focus on Your Vision: Prioritize Eye Health with an Eye Exam IntroductionOur eyes are the windows to the world, allowing us to witness life's beauty and experience the wonders of the universe. Yet, how often do we truly consider the importance of eye heal

Police chief: Officer Justin Quenga never should have been charged
It’s a tough job that can be deadly. The Guam Police chief responding to the recent news that his officer is cleared of all charges in connection to the gas station shooting in Dededo that claimed the life of one man. The dismissal of the case comes

Temp sanitary permit needed at special events
A temporary food service establishment sanitary permit is still needed to serve food and beverages at any special event. reminding event coordinators and food vendors to apply for this sanitary permit ahead of time to receive it prior to each event. Envir

Have COVID-19 symptoms? Get tested this week at drive-thru & walk-up sites
Now with more test kits here and the pilot program completed, Guam is expanding COVID-19 testing capacity to any anyone displaying symptoms. This week individuals can visit designated testing sites for drive-thru and walk-in testing: •Tuesday, April

Carol Weller allegedly bit victim after an early morning of drinking
Carol Janice Weller, 24, was arrested and charged with Family Violence after she allegedly assaulted a man on April 26. Court documents state Weller was drinking vodka at Dededo home early in the morning with the victim. The victim later woke up to Weller

KN Niosy arrested for damaging car, assaulting woman
After two separately reported alleged crimes, 25-year-old KN Niosy was finally arrested this week. The first complaint was made in late January where Niosy is accused of smashing a man's car window in. The second incident, according to court documents, ha

Mckain Micky allegedly kicked police officer in the chest
Mckain Micky, 30, was arrested and charged with assault on a Peace Officer, Disorderly Conduct and Public Drunkenness. According to court documents, on April 26, police responded to a disturbance in Tamuning. Micky was upstairs in an apartment and was all

MK Makichy arrested twice in a week, resisted both times
It's the second arrest in a week for 23-year-old MK Makichy. He was arrested and charged with Theft by Receiving a Stolen Motor Vehicle, Assault on a Peace Officer, Resisting Arrest, Unauthorized Use of a Motor Vehicle, Criminal Trespass and Assault. Cour