Ellie Ongrung is a former employee of Guam ENT Clinic who admitted to stealing thousands of dollars from the clinic over several years. She also served as the clinic director and founder for Guam Cancer Care while her case was active in local court. But O

The feud between Governor Lou Leon Guerrero and Attorney General Doug Moylan escalates over the use of federal American Rescue Plan Act funds for a new hospital in Mangilao, once again. Back in December, the AG sued the Governor and the Guam Housing and U

Twelve and a half years in prison. That's how long a convicted drug dealer will spend in federal prison. Joselito Lumanlan Cura was sentenced in the District Court of Guam this week. Last summer, a jury found him guilty of distribution and possession with

The search for the top of the helm at the Guam Visitors Bureau is ongoing with six applicants throwing their names in the hat for consideration. The Guam Visitors Bureau held a board meeting on Monday, giving its search committee the green light to start

by Rachel Seo, KUAM News Drone sightings are on the rise, transforming industries but also raising new questions and privacy and safety. What should we do? Moving lights in the night sky, mysterious flying objects overhead, people wondering if they’

What does it really take to protect pedestrians on our island roads? The Department of Public Works said it's a comprehensive approach. One that, among other factors, focuses on educating both drivers and pedestrians about traffic laws and safe behaviors

By Rachel Seo, KUAM News Intern Panhandling continues to spark heated debates among residents and yet panhandlers remain present in high-traffic intersections despite increased enforcement efforts. “Well they did try and help them, but I don’t

Firefighters in Southern California are working to contain the active fires raging in the region, launching an all-out aerial assault over the weekend of water and flame retardant. “We had the wind in our favor. However it was like the Alamo. That w

The Offices of Guam Homeland Security and Civil Defense, along with the Mariana Regional Fusion Center, federal and military partners, continue to monitor events surrounding the region including reports of the recent launch today out of the Democratic Peo

Monday night's crash in Harmon happened near an intersection where many of the island's homeless gather. Many of them there trying to get donations just to get their next meal. The attorney general continues his push to address the homeless situation on G

A woman is fighting for her life in the hospital after being hit by a car while crossing the street in Harmon Monday night. KUAM News was interviewing some of the homeless staying along Route 16 in Harmon. We saw a cousin of a resident we were interviewin

In this week's Giving Every Tuesday, the season of giving doesn’t have to end with the holidays. The Office of Homelessness Assistance and Poverty Prevention, the Guam Public Library System, and the Guam Council on the Arts and Humanities are teamin

The former health oversight chair is keeping close watch of activities at the Guam Memorial Hospital. Senator Therese Terlaje introducing Bill 13. The measure would establish a public private partnership for Guam's public hospital. In early 2024, Lieutena

Ramrodding her preferred hospital. Senator Chris Barnett going after the governor's proposal to return Ypao Point property to the Perez family. Barnett and Governor Lou Leon Guerrero have been at odds over where to put a hospital. The Maga'haga exp

A woman crossing the road by the Harmon intersection was struck by a car Monday evening. The victim was noted to be responsive and conscious. She is being transported to the nearest hospital for treatment. Guam Fire Department Spokesperson Lt. Nick Garrid

In the ongoing battle over who owns the land that houses the Northern District Wastewater Treatment Plant between the Guam Waterworks Authority and Core Tech International, the supreme court has granted GWA permission to file an appeal in the land dispute

Wildfires continue to rage across Southern California, killing at least 16 people and prompting more evacuation orders. The Palisades Fire which has been blazing since Tuesday has burned over 23,000 acres and is roughly 11% contained. The Eaton Fire is 27

Any plans being made to build a hospital at Ypao Point in Tamuning could be off the table if the Governor gets her way. This after the Maga'haga proposed legislation to return Ypao Point property to the Perez family. It's also known as the old Guam Memori

The transition from military to civilian life can be a challenging journey for many veterans. This week, a veterans conference was set up help those who defended our freedom. Each introduced to a variety of services designed not only to help them with tra

Veterans from across Guam gathered for the veterans convention. A day dedicated to honoring their service and sacrifices but it was also a day to speak up about the urgent need for better support and facilities, as veterans took the opportunity to put the

The tip of the spear is more than just saying. For Guam, it’s a way of life. But, is Guam prepared for potential attacks from outside enemy forces? “Are we prepared? I think we still have a long way to go,” said freshman Senator Shawn Gu

President Joe Biden said today additional fire crews and aircraft are coming in from Canada. This as fire crews continue to fight the stubborn fire, currently at zero percent containment in various parts of Los Angeles. On Thursday, KUAM spoke with Owner

The Department of Public Health and Social Services is warning Guam’s food establishments to cease the importation, distribution, selling, and/or serving of any unapproved food products, including those in the U.S. Food and Drug Administration&rsquo

With Guam's longtime and only pathologist, Dr. Mohammed Alsabban is set to retire in the coming months, there’s been some concern among the community on shoring up the gap. Pathologists play a critical role in hospitals by diagnosing and characteriz

Our island lost a passionate physician, a devoted naval officer, and a cherished and active member of the community whose work made countless positive contributions locally, as Dr. Gabriel Lombard passed away the day after Christmas. Dr. Peter Lombard, Ga