Long-time Headstart employee saves program and secures director position

It was just over a year ago that the Guam Department of Education’s head start program was on the brink of collapse. Federal officials issuing a dire warning: fix the program’s deficiencies within 90 days or lose both federal funding and the p

New consul general of Japan talks key priorities

From improving tourism, navigating the sensitivity of the Marines relocation, to strengthening ties between Guam and Japan, new consul general of Japan Susumu Ueda sat down with KUAM News to talk about his top priorities during his term on island. He shar

Local brand promotes culture of the Pacific Islands

A new wave of local businesses are continuing to put culture at the heart of what they do. KUAM News talked to the founders of "Heirs To Islands" about connecting us all to our roots. The Homegrown Collective, a local advocacy group, is making strides in

No drone light show on New Year's Eve after Guam Visitors Bureau cancels contract

By Rachel Seo, KUAM News Intern For three years, Bella Wings has brought gadgets to light up the night sky at celebrations for New Years, Liberation, and more. It's become a crowd favorite and a great pairing with the fireworks display but this New Year&r

Traffic Advisory for December 23-29, 2024

Traffic Advisory for December 23-29, 2024

Road Safety Reminder for the WeekDriving While Impaired Alcohol and/or drugs impair your judgment. Impaired judgment or good sense affects how you react to sounds and what you see. It is also dangerous to walk in traffic or ride a bicycle while under the

Father remembers 13-year-old son who drowned in waters off Hagatna

No drone light show on New Year's Eve after Guam Visitors Bureau cancels contract

Longtime friends gather to feed the homeless on Saturday

Man arrested in crowbar attack

Local brand promotes culture of the Pacific Islands

Local charter school students rally behind fired teacher