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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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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.
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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,
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