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The Dededo shooting range that was forced to shut down almost two years ago is suing Department of Revenue & Taxation acting director Marie Lizama and 20 others. The owner is seeking $1 million in damages and a trial by jury. $1 million and a trial by jur

Did you feel it? A 5.3 magnitude earthquake was recorded early Sunday at 6:02am. The U.S. Geological Survey reported that the quake struck at a depth of 63.7 km, 75 km east of Yigo Village, Guam. There is no tsunami threat to the Marianas, and no signific

What is the state of Guam? Governor Lou Leon Guerrero is scheduled to announce that next week. Senators heading into session to hear the governor give her annual address. Last year, the maga haga announced that the state of our island is strong, and our f

The rainfall Guam experienced this week is what weather experts say provided some short lived relief for the island. We are still in the beginning stages of dry season with March expected to be the driest month of the year. With the recent wildfires ignit

Budget negotiations in Congress are threatening major Medicaid cuts as House republicans look to slash billions in federal spending over the next decade. A Guam Chamber of Commerce membership meeting examines how this will impact Guam’s only public

A bittersweet farewell looms for the Chief Brodie Elementary School community as it prepares to close its doors at the end of the school year. KUAM walked the halls of the Tamuning campus with principal Darlene Castro, reflecting on its final chapter. For

A big opportunity is on the horizon for one of Guam’s most beloved bands, The John Dank Show! The group has made it to the voting rounds of the California Roots Music Festival’s “Wild Card” contest. They’re calling on all of

Adelup confirms the Guam Memorial Hospital has averted a payless payday. As of 3:30 p.m. Friday, IP Phone and internet connections startedcoming back online slowly. Some departments have confirmed they are back online. Clinical Departments are instructed

Guam police are investigating a missing persons case involving a 13-year-old girl who goes by the name Lisa. GPD spokesperson officer Berlyn Savella released an image of the child who goes by the name Lisa. She is described as having a shoulder length bla

A Dededo restaurant has had its sanitary permit suspended by Public Health. Maya’s restaurant received fewer than 41 demerits, though its permit was suspended due to a cockroach infestation. Other notable demerits the eatery was cited for include on

A man who was wanted in connection an assault and family violence investigation is now in custody. Guam police spokesperson officer Berlyn Savella said 39-year-old John Lanada was located around 2:30 pm Friday after he self-surrendered to marshals at the

A power outage Thursday morning incapacitated Guam Memorial Hospital's network, impacting operations at both the Tamuning facility and its skilled nursing facility in Barrigada Heights. “It really impacted our IT system. We’re trying to get it

Earlier this month, the University of Guam's acting President, Sharleen Santos-Bamba, told KUAM this about federal policy changes impacting some of UOG’s grant-funded programs. “We’re remaining vigilant and paying attention to the news a

The Guam Legislature's Committee on Rules held a meeting earlier this week and adopted four resolutions. This comes as Speaker Frank Blas Jr. called senators into a mock session he said to benefit their new colleagues. Now, among them, two resolutions spo

Guam’s military leaders have stayed silent following President Trump’s abrupt shake-up at the Pentagon. Despite multiple inquiries, local base officials have offered no statements, instead directing questions to officials in Washington D.C. Th

The theme of the contest is "Healing Through Colors,” and challenges participants to create original artworks that showcase how colors can represent healing, hope, and emotional well-being. Whether through vibrant hues or soft pastels, young artists

The Office of the Governor proudly announces that the Guam Economic Development Authority has awarded $340,955 in grants through the Qualifying Certificate Community Contributions Grant Program Series 7. These funds will support village mayors’ offi

March is Mes CHamoru, a time to honor and celebrate the history, language, and culture of Guam's indigenous people. And this year, the Guam Legislature, in partnership with local agencies, is hosting a special celebration to commemorate the occasion. Sen.

Tiyan High School’s Air Force Junior ROTC unit has achieved the highest possible inspection rating, earning an “exceeds standards” grade during their formal HW AFJROTC inspection. Led by Cadet Major Paul Gumataotao and Cadet Captain John

Brigadier General Michael Cruz reflects on the dual role of Guam National Guardsmen, who wear both the American flag and the seal of Guam on their uniforms. He shares what these emblems represent and the call to ensure that Guam's contributions and sacrif

Breaking Wave Theatre Company is bringing a unique local touch to its spring production of “Romeo and Juliet," featuring original music composed by its cast and crew. BWTC’s production of Shakespeare's classic, translated into modern verse by

Senator Telo Taitague attended the 64th Board of Directors meeting of the Association of Pacific Island Legislatures in the Republic of the Marshall Islands, where she pushed for cost-saving measures and urged action on nuclear fallout issues. The meeting

Astumbo Middle School has achieved an “A” grade in its annual sanitation inspection, marking a significant improvement from last year’s results. The Guam Department of Education announced that Astumbo Middle School received just eight de

Just because 2025 isn't a year when we all head to the polls doesn't mean the friendly folks tasked with managing elections aren't busy. The Guam Election Commission is preparing to host counterpart officials from other United States territories. Executiv

The deportation deal for a man convicted of sexually molesting a 12-year-old girl hits a snag. 33-year-old Dwayne Cruz De Guzman appeared before Judge John Terlaje in Superior Court Thursday. He told the court he wants to renounce his U.S. citizenship to

The Guam Visitors Bureau came to a decision today on new leadership. The board unanimously voted for former Senator Regine Biscoe Lee as GVB’s General Manager. As reported, the top two contenders were Lee and Island Beverage Distributors GM EJ Calvo