Two of the men wanted into connection to a kidnapping and shooting reported in Yigo were taken into custody Sunday. Jeromy Pangelinan led officers with the Guam Police Department on a chase after a carjacking reported in Windward Hills Sunday morning. The

Police Chief Stephen Ignacio confirms shooting suspect Jeromy Pangelinan exchanged gunfire with officers ahead of his arrest in Dededo.Pangelinan was taken to the hospital to be treated for a gunshot wound.His condition has not yet been released.No office

The man wanted in connection to a kidnapping and shooting reported in Yigo has been captured.Jathan Tedtaotao was located at a residence in Yigo and taken into custody without incident, according to Guam Police Department Officer Berlyn Savella."The Guam

Nick Delgado has the latest on the attempted carjacking and shooting investigation underway in Talo'fo'fo. A manhunt is underway for the suspect believed to be Jathen Tedtaotao who is also wanted in connection to Thursday's shooting in Yigo.

There are new details in the attack involving multiple Guam Police officers assigned to the Highway Patrol Division. KUAM News brought you the story back in February after the officers were placed on paid leave. A violent encounter and tensions flaring be

It’s been just over two weeks since school resource officers were deployed to six public schools. KUAM sat down with GPD’s top brass to see how the program is taking shape. With Easter Break around the corner, Guam Police school resource offic

The new Dog Population Management Task Force is drafting a bill to legalize a trap, neuter and release (TNR) program to address the island’s stray dog issue. We got the rundown from territorial veterinarian Dr. Mariana Turner. A bill is being drafte

A man is dead after being hit by a car midday Saturday. It happened at 1:44 pm along Route 1 Marine Corps Drive near the area known as Deadman’s Curve in Asan. Units with the Guam Fire Department responded to the auto-pedestrian crash. CPR was initi

Investigators are releasing few details into the death investigation that unfolded in Anigua Friday night. As KUAM first reported, a bystander walking along the beach came across the decomposed body around 5:30 pm and called police. By midday Saturday, Gu

A police death investigation is underway after a decomposed body was found in Anigua Friday night. Officers got the call around 5:25 pm after a man walking along the beach area in Anigua found the body on the sand behind The Lime Event Venue. Detectives w

KUAM'S Nevaeh Anderson continues to explore Taipei as part of the new United Guam-Taipei direct service and highlight this exciting travel destination as well as all you can experience while there.

A man is dead following a shooting in Hagat overnight. Guam police need your help finding two persons of interest they say could help them solve the case. Tonight, eyewitnesses remain in fear after seeing what happened steps away from where they were havi

A manhunt for three people wanted in connection to a kidnapping and shooting in Yigo. Guam police released mugshots of the suspects. Authorities need your help tracking down Jathan Tedtaotao, Jeromy Pangelinan and Shaenita Pangelinan. GPD Spokesperson Nor

A frightening encounter for a visiting tourist at the Fort Apugan overlook in Agana Heights. The victim allegedly told police she and a friend were brought there by taxi early Thursday morning. That's when she was apparently sexually assaulted. Her allege

A man facing life in prison for raping a young girl repeatedly put his head down as the victim's aunt addressed him the courtroom. Defendant Maurus Doone is waiting to learn his fate after he pleaded guilty to first-degree criminal sexual conduct. As repo

A high school teacher who once stood accused of allegations of molesting a 14-year-old student gets a sweetheart deal. Defendant Nicolas Jeffrey Bailey pleaded guilty to official misconduct, jurisdiction of an adult, and distribution of tobacco to persons

A tense exchange during a meeting with education officials regarding the Guam Department of Education’s apparent return of over $26 million in unused federal grant funds. “As chair, I am not about to go to the legislature and tell them that we

Guam's tourism recovery is hindered by 'poor' market performance and product integrity. Japan, formerly our top market, has experienced a 70% decrease in arrivals, while South Korea, the current top market, remains 50% below pre-pandemic levels. That's ac

The US Coast Guard’s Oliver Henry has returned to Guam after a significant 4,844-nautical-mile voyage from Hawai'i, completing maintenance and making history along the way. After several months in drydock, the crew conducted operations, responded to

The University of Guam proudly celebrated the successful launch of its first-ever UOG Golf Driving Range Challenge: “Driving Higher Education Fore-ward!” on Sunday, March 30, 2025, at the Country Club of the Pacific in Windward Hills. As the f

The Guam Department of Education proudly announced that Dr. Andria Macaraeg is the recipient of the 2025 Adaptive Physical Education/Activity Program of the Year Award for SHAPE America, the Society of Health and Physical Education. Recipients are celebra

The Guam Coalition Against Sexual Assault & Family Violence and its partners invite the community to join the nation as we recognize the month of April 2025 as “Sexual Assault Awareness Month,” “Child Abuse Prevention Month,” and f

An investigation into the kidnapping and shooting of a Yigo man is underway. Preliminary reports from Guam police say that multiple suspects forcibly removed the victim from his residence on Chalan Gachai Kattan, Yigo. During the incident, the man was pul

A convicted predator will spend two years behind bars for his crimes against a defenseless victim. On Wednesday, Judge John Terlaje handed down the maximum sentence for 70-year-old Peter Scott Vonschimpf. A jury unanimously found him guilty of attempted f

It’s all hands on deck at the Home of the Pirates. A treasure trove of careers on display at Agueda Johnston Middle School on Thursday. At one side of the Ordot campus, a drone sailed through a few feet away, a vast fleet on display, all inspiring s

GTA just announced during a special event Thursday morning from their Tamuning location that GTA will transition from its Legacy TV service to GTA TV. Vice President of Product and Marketing Nate Denight said, “We're extremely excited to introduce y

Our Nevaeh Anderson continues to explore Taipei as part of the new United Guam-Taipei direct service. She takes us along this exciting travel destination and all you can experience while there.

A new café experience awaits at Leopalace Resort Guam, where the former Café Ciao has been reimagined into Café Biba, a destination for delicious desserts and signature ultimate shakes. The lobby café officially opened on April

GTA has recently announced the unveiling of its latest Village Mural Project in Agana Heights in front of the gymnasium, featuring Mannginge’ by local artist Jeff Ejan (@soft.kor on IG). The Village Mural Project launched in 2022 was created to supp

Payless Community Foundation announced its selection as a Blue Star Families Outpost, enhancing their ability to support military families in Guam with new programs and events designed to foster community and connections. “We are honored to join the

Guam Community College celebrated the graduation of 16 ship repair pre-apprentices in a completion ceremony on Wednesday, April 2. The boot camp is funded through the Metallica Scholars Initiative and provides students with training in blueprint reading,

A wrongful death lawsuit has been filed against the Government of Guam in connection with a 2022 police shooting. The estate of Luke Imaizumi Atoigue is seeking damages, claiming that his death was preventable. The estate has filed a government claim in s

The Guam Department of Education faces a new federal change with looming consequences, after US education secretary Linda McMahon declared time's up for the local agency to spend its COVID-19 relief funds. This development now threatens its refurbishment

United Airlines is celebrating the opening of their new Guam-Taipei direct service. The new service is the second new route United has launched for Guam within a year. Along with travel partner the Guam Visitors Bureau, United welcomed customers to the in

Six amazing public school educators were announced as semifinalists for 2025 GDOE Teacher of the Year at Cars Plus, honoring those who guide and impact young minds in positive ways. Regardless of the grade level or subject they handle, they demonstrate an

There's a new direct service flight from United, as the airline is connecting those wishing to do commerce, vacation or connect to Asia. One of the passengers boarding the inaugural flight is our Neveah Anderson, who has a special perspective en route to

It was a contentious night at the legislature as senators pressed Port leaders on reported workplace issues, including a violent incident between Port Marina Manager Frankie Rosalin and Port General Manager Rory Respicio last month. Senator Jesse Lujan is

It was a decision the Guam Education Board chose to table for a vote until now. The GEB unanimously approved the merger of the school communities of Lyndon B. Johnson Elementary and Tamuning Elementary School Tuesday evening. “All those in favor of

A man is arrested accused of sexually assaulting a teenage girl known to him during an apparent drunken rage. Twenty-year-old David John is charged with two counts of fourth-degree criminal sexual conduct. Court documents state the 17-year-old was hanging

The man accused in the murder of Michael Castro could be granted his request to travel off island while waiting for his day in court. Defendant Nicholas Moore, who remains on house arrest, asked the Superior Court judges to allow him to travel to Florida.

After an extensive seven-day international recovery effort, the body of the fourth US Army soldier who went missing during a training exercise in Lithuania has been discovered. The four US soldiers assigned to the 1st Armored Brigade Combat Team, 3rd Infa

Late Wednesday morning the Yona Mayor staff, Park Police, the Department of Public Works and units with the Guam Fire Department responded to a grassfire by Pago Bay. It was during a routine patrol when Park Police Field Supervisor Sgt. Keane Pangelinan,

The Mayors Council of Guam is revamping the 81st Liberation Queen contest. The annual tradition to honor those who suffered, died and survived World War II seeing many changes. For one, the Queen will no longer be crowned based on ticket sales alone. Yona

Guam Girl Scouts is excited to finish their cookie season strong with their Last Chance Drive-Through Cookie Case Sale! The sale will be held on Sunday, April 6 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Cookies still in stock are: Caramel deLites Adventurefuls Toast Yays Le

Bread Bar by Okayama Kobo, a premium Japanese bakery, is excited to announce its grand opening on Friday, April 11, 2025 at the Micronesia Mall. This marks the debut of authentic Japanese bread and pastries on the island, offering a fresh, innovative expe

A new hands-on science hub at the University of Guam is bringing learning to life, offering students a chance to explore Guam's unique environment in a fun and engaging way. The CHalan Deskubre hub, located at UOG’s Dean Circle, officially opened wi

The results of 42 samples taken by the Guam Environmental Protection Agency on March 27, 2025, identified that the following 14 recreational waters were polluted above the accepted bacteriological standards. Hågat Bangi Beach North of Hågat Ma

A connection to Guam's people and culture led him to make our island his home, but a calling for public service led Bob Klitzkie to work as an educator, lawyer, policymaker, talkshow host, and U.S. Marine for more than six decades. The former two-term sen

The Guam Visitors Bureau’s two year tourism recovery plan is currently focusing on destination improvement. GVB Recovery Committee Chair Mark Baldyga gave the first report since the board adopted the plan three months ago in December. “The two

Lawmakers voting on a number of bills and resolutions, each of them seeing varying levels of support, but passing nonetheless. However, a single resolution, Resolution No. 7, which urged the U.S. federal government to fully fund the construction and maint

What’s next for the shuttered Public Health building in Mangilao? Joint discussions got underway today on two bills hoping to answer that very question. The plans for the dormant central headquarters in Mangilao saw two bills offering different futu

The Legislative Committee on Land, Environment & Agriculture held a public hearing on Monday to confirm the reappointment of Steven Carbullido to the board of directors of the Guam Environmental Protection Agency, as well as to discuss passing legislation

The man accused of being the getaway driver in the deadly robbery of a Korean tourist is back behind bars after failing a drug test for the third time. Stefen Keanu Camacho appeared before Presiding Judge John Terlaje on Monday, after testing positive for

Congressman James Moylan is leading a bipartisan effort to safeguard Guam's biosecurity by urging federal agencies to maintain a critical USDA lease. Moylan, along with every Pacific Islands representative, sent a letter to the USDA and GSA, stressing the

A special recognition ceremony in Saipan honored the legacy of American servicemen who fought in the battle of Saipan and Tinian. Saipan Mayor RB Camacho presented 80th anniversary commemorative medallions to the children and grandchildren of World War II

The Guam Council on the Arts and Humanities Agency announced that Gracie Manibusan, a freshman at Notre Dame High School, has emerged as the winner of the fourth annual Guam Poetry Out Loud Contest. Held on March 15 at the Guam Museum in Hagåt&ntild

A financial advisor at Asia Pacific Financial Management Group has achieved a prestigious certification in investment management. The firm announced that Jonathon Holm has earned the Certified Investment Management Analyst certification, a designation tha

Holly Rustick is an author - and by that merit, well aware of the power of words. As such, the company she founded teaches people how to leverage the specific lexicon of grant applications to secure funding for their non-profit projects. "We're definitely

Loved ones set up a roadside memorial at the site of Saturday’s car crash that claimed the life of 37-year-old Scott Anthony Cruz of Dededo. Cruz was the passenger of a gray Sedan that Guam police say was traveling northbound on Route 1 near Fatima

Dante Gogo Taitano, originally from Guam, has been confirmed as one of four soldiers from the U.S. Army 3rd infantry division troops based out of Fort Stewart in Georgia reported missing in Lithuania. It was Tuesday when the soldiers went missing when the

A teenage boy is under arrest accused of repeatedly molesting a young girl known to him. Eighteen-year-old Pedro Nena is charged with six counts of second-degree criminal sexual conduct. The victim allegedly told police the abuse started in May 2023 when

Defending their role in upholding Guam's laws to the last, the Attorney General’s office was questioned by senators during this morning’s informational briefing at the Guam Congress building. Off top, addressing Governor Lou Leon Guerrero&rsqu

Under the hot island sun and a gentle breeze, the ceremony marked the rededication of the park and the unveiling of the new Chief Kepuha statue in the heart of Hagatna at the Paseo Loop. Department of Parks and Recreation Director Angel Sablan highlighted

A 29-year-old man who died after being pulled from the wreckage in a serious crash in Yigo late Friday has been identified. Investigators with the Guam Police Department were able to locate the driver’s next of kin and confirmed the driver’s i

Convicted murderer Domingo Mendiola sat across the courtroom from the family of the woman he admits he robbed and killed on Valentine’s Day in 2024. “If you guys don’t ever forgive me, I understand. because I will never forgive myself fo

The Dededo Precinct Command hosted a meet and greet on March 28 with about a dozen youths from the Gifu Prefecture located in the center of Japan. Sgt. II Christopher Dawson of the DPC says this is the third visit from a group of youths from Japan this ye

The Department of Public Health & Social Services is accepting Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program applications from citizens of the Federated States of Micronesia (Chuuk, Yap, Pohnpei, and Kosrae), the Republic of the Marshall Islands, and the Repu

The Guam Department of Labor announced the 2025 Guam Apprenticeship Forum, taking place on April 29, 2025, at the Hyatt Regency Guam Grand Ballroom. This one-day, free event is open to businesses interested in saving money through tax credits offered by t

Congressman James Moylan is urging the Secretary of the Army to review the distinguished service crosses awarded to three Guam heroes and consider upgrading them to the Medal of Honor. In a letter to Secretary Daniel Driscoll, Moylan highlighted the heroi

Guam's Inifresi is a cherished statement - a solemn pledge to uphold the traditions, pride and virtues of our island. And in the local sports community, it's also a unifying rallying cry. Since 2012, the Inifresi has been recited before matches by our nat

A man who was sitting in the passenger seat of a car involved in a serious crash reported in Dededo over the weekend has died. Guam police identified him as Scott Anthony Cruz, 37, of Dededo. The crash happened on along Route 1 Marine Corps Drive and Fati

John F. Kennedy High School brought its school spirit to the Micronesia Mall Center Court with Islander Day 2025 - a long-awaited return after the pandemic! Students, alumni, and faculty came together to showcase top programs, clubs, and talents through i

There’s a new billboard with the faces of 50 convicted criminals in recognition of national crime victims’ rights month in April. The Guam Attorney General’s Office said this month’s message shows criminals that “we will get

There are countless benefits to studying, graduating, and working at the University of Guam and now, the new Triton Privileges Program adds even more perks to the experience! Designed to connect local businesses with the triton community. This exciting pr

Bridging policy and progress: governance, justice, and sustainability. That's the theme of the 2025 Spring Admin Law conference, hosted by the University Of Guam’s MPA PA540 class. Join them for a dynamic discussion on how public policy shapes real

Common Kings is ready to rock the night away tomorrow with the return of another epic Hafalahoa Concert Series at Ypao Beach Park. Ahead of the concert, the crowd favorite musical group shares what it took to make their top classic “Wade in Your Wat

The University of Guam and Senator Chris Barnett are clashing over recent “inaccurate public statements” regarding UOG and tuition raises. In response, UOG states that these claims were “incorrect” and “false,” clarifyi

The Office of the Governor, in partnership with the Department of Public Works, the Guam Department of Education, and the Guam Economic Development Authority, is pleased to announce critical next steps in the development of the new Simon Sanchez High Scho

The Guam Department of Education invites the community to celebrate the talents of gifted students at the 2025 GATE Day event. Set for Friday, April 4, from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Agana Shopping Center, GATE Day will showcase the achievements of students in t

The U.S. Coast Guard Forces Micronesia/Sector Guam team, alongside partners, conducted a series of operations from March 13 to March 23, 2025, to keep the ports and approaches to Guam and the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands safe and secure. &

CNMI Congresswoman King-Hinds announced the start of the district’s Congressional Art Competition. Each Spring, the U.S. House of Representatives invites high school students from all 50 states, the District of Columbia, and the U.S. territories to

Crowne Plaza Resort Guam is celebrating two years of world-class hospitality with special offers and exciting giveaways. Guests can enjoy a limited-time double the fun staycation with ocean view rooms starting at $150 on weekdays and $190 on weekends. The

The Guam Visitors Bureau announced the successful completion of two independent international programs in Guam conducted by two of Japan’s leading universities. Gifu Shotoko Gakuen University and Kyoto University of Foreign Studies partnered with GV

Triple J Enterprises, Inc. announced a series of executive leadership transitions and board updates, effective immediately, as the company continues to position itself for long-term growth across its regional operations. Robert H. Jones, who founded Tripl

CNMI Governor Arnold Palacios is calling for stronger federal support to boost the commonwealth's economy and infrastructure. In a letter to Delegate King-Hinds, Palacios highlighted the need for tourism recovery, transportation improvements, and restored

The Port Authority of Guam is celebrating the major milestone of 50 years of service to the island and region. To kick off the celebration, the Port unveiled its official 50th anniversary logo, a symbol of legacy, progress, and unity. The commemorative de

The island's media has been granted access to cover Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's visit on Andersen Air Force Base Thursday afternoon. The military agreed to allow local media after previously denying access following requests made by Gov. Lou Leon Gue

A woman is recovering in the hospital after being hit by a car in Saipan overnight. It happened just before 7 pm along Beach Road in Chalan Lau Lau. CNMI Department of Public Safety officials say the 57-year-old pedestrian was crossing Beach Road when she

A child pornography investigation out of Tiyan High School has the Guam Police Department reminding the community to think before you post. The teenage boy, a student at the school, is now facing criminal charges in the Superior Court of Guam accused in t

IP&E has unveiled a new Shell/Foody’s location in the Oka area of Tamuning. A grand opening was held for the store today, with the new location designed for both motorists and on-the-go customers. The company says this modern station delivers qualit