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Guam Power Authority to fly drones for infrastructure and system improvements
Guam Power Authority to fly drones for infrastructure and system improvements

The Guam Power Authority is advising the public they will be operating unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) drones in Sinajania on Thursday, Jan. 23 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Crews will utilize UAV drones to capture imagery of monotubes around the Pale Kieran Hickey

CCU discusses ARPA funding for new medical complex infrastructure
CCU discusses ARPA funding for new medical complex infrastructure

The Consolidated Commission on Utilities discussed the Guam Waterworks Authority’s involvement in the new medical campus in Mangilao. GWA plays a key role in developing the infrastructure to support it. At the center of Tuesday's work session discus

Nevaeh Anderson
Driver in weekend crash dies, Guam police apologizes for mistake
Driver in weekend crash dies, Guam police apologizes for mistake

A tragic turn of events since Sunday night's serious car crash along Harmon Loop Road in Dededo. Guam Police Spokesperson Officer Berlyn Savella issued a press release midday Wednesday that the driver, identified as Traynie Radford, has died. Doctors at t

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Guam Fire Department swears in its latest Fire Chief
Guam Fire Department swears in its latest Fire Chief

On Wednesday morning in Adelup, in front of family, friends, and fellow brothers and sisters from the Guam Fire Department, Daren Burrier was sworn in as Fire Chief. As KUAM reported, in October 2023, acting Governor Joshua Tenorio confirmed Burrier's sel

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GPD: Weekend crash victim passes in intensive care unit
GPD: Weekend crash victim passes in intensive care unit

Investigators have released an update on the condition of the man involved in a serious crash along Route 15 in Dededo over the weekend. Traynie Radford who had been in the Intensive Care Unit at Guam Regional Medical City, was taken off intubation Tuesda

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2025 tax filing season begins Monday
2025 tax filing season begins Monday

Monday marks the beginning of Guam’s 2025 income tax-filing season. The Department of Revenue & Taxation reminding taxpayers that all filings for 2024 tax returns must be submitted during tax filing season. You will have until Tuesday, April 15th to

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Drug dealer gets 33 months in federal prison
Drug dealer gets 33 months in federal prison

An admitted drug dealer learns her fate in the District Court of Guam. Gina Cepeda Demapan was sentenced to two years and nine months in federal prison before Designated Judge Ramona Manglona. She has since pleaded guilty to distribution of methamphetamin

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Guam's patience tested at DMV amid service limitations
Guam's patience tested at DMV amid service limitations

Guam's Department of Motor Vehicles is struggling to keep up with demand,as systems issues and capped daily service limits are forcing residents to line up for hours. KUAM News found out what's the issue, as many of you have brought your concerns forward.

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Guam Power Authority addresses base rate concerns
Guam Power Authority addresses base rate concerns

Calls for transparency. The Guam Power Authority addressing a letter sent by Senator William Parkinson regarding rate increases. Parkinson's letter noted contradictory statements made by GPA about a planned rate decrease and a forthcoming rate increase. P

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No jail time for man who threatened law enforcement officials
No jail time for man who threatened law enforcement officials

A man who admitted to threatening local and federal law enforcement officials is spared jail time. Defendant Nicolas Pinaula was sentenced to three years’ supervised release in the District Court of Guam. Pinaula has since pleaded guilty to transmis

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Governor responds to concerns over limited ambulance fleet
Governor responds to concerns over limited ambulance fleet

The administration remains committed to restoring and exceeding Guam's fleet capacity to meet community needs. Governor Lou Leon Guerrero responded to concerns by Public Safety Oversight Chair Senator Shawn Gumataotao. The Governor, however, admitted to c

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Guam Delegate assigned to Subcommittee on Seapower and Projection Forces
Guam Delegate assigned to Subcommittee on Seapower and Projection Forces

Guam Delegate James Moylan has been reappointed to the House Subcommittee on Readiness and newly assigned to the Subcommittee on Seapower and Projection Forces, both under the House Armed Services Committee. The Seapower Subcommittee oversees shipbuilding

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Fire Chief discusses state of EMS response
Fire Chief discusses state of EMS response

As the Guam Fire Department prepares for the swearing-in ceremony of Daren Burrier as Fire Chief, he outlined the state of EMS response and ongoing efforts to improve services across the island. Chief Burrier noted that when he first assumed the role of a

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$20k donated to support local nonprofits following Triple J’s annual 5k/10k
$20k donated to support local nonprofits following Triple J’s annual 5k/10k

Triple J announced a donation of $20,000 to four local nonprofits following the success of its annual Triple J 5K/10K Run held last November. Each organization received $5,000 during a check presentation ceremony held at Triple J's main headquarters in Up

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Chalan Pago-Ordot Municipal Planning Council sworn in
Chalan Pago-Ordot Municipal Planning Council sworn in

Chalan Pago-Ordot swore in its new Municipal Planning Council. Eleven members who are residents of the village with various industries and backgrounds were sworn in and administered the oath by Judge Maria Teresa B. Cenzon, at the Lotte Hotel Guam. Eleven

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Donald Trump is inaugurated as the nation's 47th President
Donald Trump is inaugurated as the nation's 47th President

A history-making day in Washington as Donald Trump is inaugurated as the nation's 47th President. The second of only two Presidents to serve non-consecutive terms. President Trump retook power with renewed energy and purpose. His inaugural address promisi

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Marianas representatives share presidential inauguration experience
Marianas representatives share presidential inauguration experience

Optimism and energy in the air as president trump takes the oath of office. Guam Delegate James Moylan was among those inside the Capitol calling it an honor to witness America's new President and Vice President being sworn in. Moylan captured multiple ph

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Biden issues pre-emptive pardons for members of his family
Biden issues pre-emptive pardons for members of his family

Former President Joe Biden announced a set of sweeping pre-emptive pardons to members of his family just minutes before leaving office on Monday. The announcement came ahead of the inauguration ceremony for Donald Trump, who was sworn in as the 47th presi

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Biden grants clemency for drug kingpins serving life in federal prison
Biden grants clemency for drug kingpins serving life in federal prison

Convicted drug kingpins Richard Toves Cabaccang and Roy Toves Cabaccang will be released from federal prison this year. Former President Joe Biden commuted their life sentences under the executive grant of clemency. Richard is now set to be released on Ma

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Screening underway at Tiyan High School after confirmed active tuberculosis case
Screening underway at Tiyan High School after confirmed active tuberculosis case

Testing is underway today at Tiyan High School for individuals who may have come into contact with a person diagnosed with a confirmed case of tuberculosis. The Department of Public Health and Social Services confirmed an active investigation is ongoing a

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Adequate Education Act lawsuit against Guam Department of Education to proceed
Adequate Education Act lawsuit against Guam Department of Education to proceed

The lawsuit filed by parents of two students with disabilities, alleging that education officials violated the Adequate Education Act, is moving forward. This after Superior Court Judge Elyze Iriarte dismissed several other claims added to the case back i

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Manslaughter defendant resentenced to 15 years in prison
Manslaughter defendant resentenced to 15 years in prison

A manslaughter convict who won his appeal in the high court was resentenced to serve 15 years in prison. Defendant Branty Walliby, who previously got a 21 year sentence, appeared before Judge Alberto Tolentino in Superior Court today. As KUAM reported, Ju

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Trial delayed for murder defendant accused in stabbing cousin
Trial delayed for murder defendant accused in stabbing cousin

Trial is delayed for the man indicted in the deadly stabbing of his cousin. Issac Gurtamag appeared before Judge Vernon Perez in Superior Court today. The trial was set to begin tomorrow, but parties told the court they need more time to prepare witnesses

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The bonds that protect: Guam Police Department's K-9 unit and their critical role
The bonds that protect: Guam Police Department's K-9 unit and their critical role

Man’s best friend, at home, and in the field, the Guam Police Department’s K-9 unit plays a crucial role in keeping our community safe. “First of all, our K-9 unit comes in for many different factors: we have detection for drugs and expl

Nevaeh Anderson
5.2 magnitude earthquake recorded off the coast of Guam
5.2 magnitude earthquake recorded off the coast of Guam

A 5.2 magnitude earthquake was recorded at 3:48 .p.m Tuesday afternoon about 28 kilometers southwest of Sånta Rita-Sumai. The quake was felt across Guam and the Northern Mariana Islands. No immediate reports of damage or injuries have been received,

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TikTok receives 75-day extension through Trump executive order
TikTok receives 75-day extension through Trump executive order

President Donald Trump signed an executive order on Monday that gives TikTok a 75-day extension. During the extension the United States will not enforce the law which was meant to force the app's owner, Bytedance, to sell the company. President Joe Biden

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