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Man dies after car collides with pole in Maite
Man dies after car collides with pole in Maite

A 30-year-old man is dead after being found unresponsive following an auto vs pole crash along Route 8 in Maite.At around 5 am Saturday, units with the Guam Fire Department responded to the incident. GFD personnel extricated the victim and attempted CPR,

U.S. Department of Education implements new COVID-19 funding requirements
U.S. Department of Education implements new COVID-19 funding requirements

The U.S. Department of Education is implementing new requirements for COVID-19 relief funding. On Wednesday, the department announced that policy updates related to $4.4 billion in state COVID-19 relief funds fall in line with President Donald Trump&rsquo

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Increase life insurance benefits for public safety killed in the line of duty
Increase life insurance benefits for public safety killed in the line of duty

Putting their lives on the line every day, Guam's public safety officers risk everything to protect the island community. Now, a bill aims to ensure their families are protected, too. Law enforcement rally behind legislation that would provide and increas

Joan Aguon Charfauros
US, Australia, Japan militaries conclude Cope North 2025 on Guam
US, Australia, Japan militaries conclude Cope North 2025 on Guam

Cope North 2025 is coming to a close. The US Air Force for the past few weeks has been seen and heard in our skies participating in this exercise with servicemembers from Australia and Japan. Guam has been the main stage for the exercise. It's been done a

Nick Delgado
Docomo Pacific supports the 21st Annual Tinian Pika Festival as exclusive Diamond Pika sponsor
Docomo Pacific supports the 21st Annual Tinian Pika Festival as exclusive Diamond Pika sponsor

Docomo Pacific is proud to continue its support of the 21st Annual Tinian Pika Festival as an exclusive Diamond Pika sponsor. The festival, held on Feb. 14 to Feb. 15, 2025, in San Jose, Tinian, is organized by the Marianas Visitors Authority and celebrat

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Secretary Noem: Trump administration taking decisive action to secure borders
Secretary Noem: Trump administration taking decisive action to secure borders

The Trump administration is taking aggressive steps to tighten border security, including measures specific to Guam. In a letter to Congressman James Moylan, Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem responded to concerns over narcotics trafficking and bord

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Energy assistance program now available to qualifying households
Energy assistance program now available to qualifying households

The Office of the Governor announced the launch of this year’s Low-Income Home Energy Assistance program, or LIHEAP, providing financial relief for households struggling with energy costs. The Guam Energy Office will administer the program, which re

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University of Guam student receives Chamber of Commerce Dave J. Santos scholarship
University of Guam student receives Chamber of Commerce Dave J. Santos scholarship

The Guam Chamber of Commerce announced the selection of Brian Andrew Teodosio as the Guam Chamber of Commerce Dave J. Santos Scholarship Recipient for the Spring 2025 semester at the University of Guam. Brian is a Junior majoring in Business Administratio

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Office of Public Accountability releases Dept. of Chamorro Affairs FY 2023 audit report
Office of Public Accountability releases Dept. of Chamorro Affairs FY 2023 audit report

The Office of Public Accountability has released its financial audit report on the Department of Chamorro Affairs non-appropriated funds for Fiscal Year 2023. Independent auditors Ernst & Young LLP issued a qualified opinion on the financial statements, i

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Governor updates drug-free policy balancing safety & fairness
Governor updates drug-free policy balancing safety & fairness

An executive order updating the Government of Guam's Comprehensive Drug-Free Workplace Policy has been signed by Governor Lou Leon Guerrero, aligning it with recent changes in local law while maintaining strict workplace standards. The updated policy cont

Joan Aguon Charfauros
The Duchess in Baltimore offers pub vibes with Chamorro soul
The Duchess in Baltimore offers pub vibes with Chamorro soul

From the island of Guam to the streets of Baltimore, Chef Kiko Fejerang is making waves, bringing the bold flavors of Chamorro cuisine to an unexpected setting, an English-style tavern. At The Duchess, tradition meets innovation as Fejerang introduces Mar

Joan Aguon Charfauros
Governor testifies before Interagency Group on Insular Affairs
Governor testifies before Interagency Group on Insular Affairs

At the 2025 Interagency Group on Insular Affairs plenary session, Governor Lou Leon Guerrero delivered a strong message, urging federal leaders to invest in the island’s healthcare and housing infrastructure. Speaking before federal officials, Gover

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Final weekend of cookie booth sales - just $5 a box!
Final weekend of cookie booth sales - just $5 a box!

Guam, time is running out! It’s the final weekend of booth sales for the Guam Girl Scouts! And it’s all for a great cause, as every dollar stays right here on Guam, supporting Girl Scout programs, adventures, and community projects! These girl

Nick Delgado
Senator Taitague aims to establish AI regulatory task force
Senator Taitague aims to establish AI regulatory task force

Artificial intelligence is advancing quickly, and one Guam senator wants to make sure it’s used responsibly in government. On Wednesday, Senator Telo Taitague introduced a new bill to create a task force that will study AI and how it should be regul

Joan Aguon Charfauros
Leaders demand civil defense shelters to be built in Guam
Leaders demand civil defense shelters to be built in Guam

With discussions centered on the 360-degree missile defense system, concerns for Guam’s civilian population seem to be an afterthought. Resolution 7 aims to change that, urging the federal government to fully fund the construction and maintenance of

Matsuki Hirayama
GPA on time crunch to install power infrastructure for medical complex
GPA on time crunch to install power infrastructure for medical complex

It’s a race against the clock for the Guam Power Authority to install power infrastructure to support the governor’s Mangilao medical complex. The utility agency has less than two years to spend more than $35 million in pandemic funds or they&

Matsuki Hirayama
"All options are on the table" for future use of Chief Brodie facility
"All options are on the table" for future use of Chief Brodie facility

There’s a buzz about the future of Chief Brodie Elementary School as the Home of the Busy Bees prepares to close, but could its next life potentially benefit the community or boost GDOE's finances? KUAM New spoke with the chairman of the Guam Educat

Destiny Cruz-Langas
Complaint: man raped sick woman in bathroom
Complaint: man raped sick woman in bathroom

A man is under arrest accused of raping a woman known to him. 35-year-old Jolsen Oiph, also known as Arnold Rechebong, is charged with two counts of third-degree criminal sexual conduct. Court documents state the woman told the defendant she wasn’t

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Pair charged in prison attack
Pair charged in prison attack

An attack inside the Department of Corrections prison leads to one inmate in the hospital and two others facing additional charges. 29-year-old Anthony Meno and 23-year-old Christian Quinata are each charged with aggravated assault and assault. Court docu

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No jail time for prison escapee
No jail time for prison escapee

A Department of Corrections inmate who was caught trying to escape the Mangilao prison admitted guilt in the superior court today. Defendant Chercy Yosi pleaded guilty to attempted felony escape before Presiding Judge Alberto Lamorena. She was spared from

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Guam Customs officer forced to turn in duty weapon following arrest
Guam Customs officer forced to turn in duty weapon following arrest

The Guam Customs officer facing terrorizing, harassment and stalking charges was forced to hand over his duty weapon. Defendant Jesse McCarrel is being investigated by the agency after he was arrested on Valentine's Day for allegedly threatening his victi

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LeoPalace striving to maintain equitable workplace environment in response to discrimination settlement
LeoPalace striving to maintain equitable workplace environment in response to discrimination settlement

Leopalace Guam Corporation, under its new management, says it’s focused on moving forward on improving the resort in Manenggon. This after the resort entered into a consent decree with the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission. The settlement file

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GPA seeks authorization for rate adjustments to support Ukudu plant
GPA seeks authorization for rate adjustments to support Ukudu plant

Lower power rates were up for discussion before the Consolidated Commission on Utilities today. The CCU is reviewing the Guam Power Authority’s proposed resolution authorizing them to petition the Guam Public Utilities Commission for a base rate adj

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Red Flag Warning in effect, refrain from outdoor burning
Red Flag Warning in effect, refrain from outdoor burning

The National Weather Service Guam Weather Forecast Office advised very dry conditions and gusty winds will maintain a high fire threat for our area. A Red Flag Warning remains in effect for Guam until 6pmFriday. Officials say northeast winds of 15 to 25mp

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Territorial leaders push for action at Interior Plenary session
Territorial leaders push for action at Interior Plenary session

Territorial Members of Congress, Guam Delegate James Moyla, CNMI Del. Kimberlyn King-Hinds and American Samoa Rep. Amata Radewagen, along with Governor Lou Leon Guerrero, CNMI Gov. Arnold Palacios and U.S. Virgin Islands Gov. Albert Bryan Jr. gathered at

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Guam Ethics Commission announces leadership transitions
Guam Ethics Commission announces leadership transitions

The Guam Ethics commission is undergoing a leadership transition as Executive Director Jesse Quenga prepares to step down on Feb. 23. Quenga, who served as the commission's first executive director, played a pivotal role in strengthening ethical standards

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