First Hawaiian vice chairman Alan Arizumi to retire
First Hawaiian, Inc. announced that Alan Arizumi, vice chairman of the company and First Hawaiian Bank, will retire effective April 3, 2026, concluding more than 40 years of service.
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Crowd packs Micronesia Mall for youth Lip Dub finals
A full crowd packed the Micronesia Mall Sunday for the finals of Guam’s premier youth Lip Dub Challenge, highlighting student creativity, school pride and performance talent from across the island.
Moylan presses federal officials on cost-of-living relief
Guam Delegate James Moylan pressed federal officials to prioritize cost-of-living relief for Guam families during the 2026 Senior Plenary Session of the Interagency Group on Insular Areas.
San Agustin and San Nicolas file for governor and lieutenant governor
Sens. Joe S. San Agustin and Dwayne T.D. San Nicolas officially filed their candidacy Tuesday for governor and lieutenant governor at the Guam Election Commission, launching a campaign focused on accountability, integrity and government reform.
Tumon Bay Music Festival returns for 21st year
The Tumon Bay Music Festival will return to Guam for its 21st year from Feb. 26 to March 7, organizers announced, promising a wide-ranging celebration of music, culture and education across multiple island venues.
Prutehi Guahan calls for protest over schedule change
Environmental group Prutehi Guåhan is calling on residents to join a protest Thursday following a schedule change for a meeting between federal officials and the governor regarding ocean policy issues.
Governor urges federal leaders to tailor policy for Guam
Gov. Lou Leon Guerrero concluded meetings in the nation’s capital by urging federal leaders to tailor national policy to the practical challenges faced by island jurisdictions, emphasizing geography, logistics and supply chains.
Police investigate officer-involved shooting on Hahasu Drive
Guam Police Department units were investigating an officer-involved shooting Monday afternoon at a residence on Hahasu Drive in Dededo following a reported aggravated assault.
Hundreds turn out for Tenorio campaign headquarters opening
Supporters gathered by the hundreds to celebrate the opening of a new campaign headquarters for gubernatorial candidates Josh Tenorio and Tina Muña-Barnes, an event organizers said drew more than 1,000 people and filled a city block outside the facility.
House fire closes road in Tamuning
A structural fire at a home on Camp Watkins Road also known as Hospital Road in Tamuning early Monday morning prompted the closure of the route and redirection of traffic, according to the Guam Police Department.
Governor seeks direct federal investment in public health
Gov. Lou Leon Guerrero called for direct federal investment in the island’s public health infrastructure during remarks to federal leaders at the 2026 plenary session of the Interagency Group on Insular Areas, emphasizing the need to…
Ada urges Guam's inclusion in national maritime initiative
Vice Speaker Tony Ada is calling on federal leaders to ensure Guam is included in a national initiative to strengthen the U.S. maritime industry, citing the island’s strategic role in the Indo-Pacific and reliance on shipping.
Acting governor lifts blanket ban on live poultry imports
Acting Gov. Joshua Tenorio has directed the Guam Department of Agriculture to immediately lift a blanket ban on importing live poultry from flocks within the United States, citing legal review findings and stakeholder feedback.
VA halts disability rule enforcement after Guam concerns
The Department of Veterans Affairs has halted enforcement of a disability evaluation rule after concerns were raised by Guam Del.
Agueda Johnston Middle School earns 'A' health rating
Guam Department of Education officials announced that Agueda I. Johnston Middle School received an “A” rating in its latest Public Health School Building Inspection, a sharp rise from its previous score of 28/C to 10/A. Built in 1966 and…
Students and alumni speak out over years of double sessions
Raw emotion, frustration and resolve filled the room as students, alumni and community members spoke out about years of double-session schooling and delayed campus reconstruction during a public education town hall involving families from Simon Sanchez High School and John F. Kennedy High School.
Port moves Master Plan 2025 into public hearing phase
The Port Authority of Guam has moved its Master Plan 2025 into the public hearing phase with the Bureau of Statistics and Plans, scheduling a hearing for March 25 at 3 p.m. in the board conference room at the Port Authority of Guam.
More than 850 Taiwan travelers arrive for Lunar New Year
The Guam Visitors Bureau says more than 850 travelers from Taipei, Taiwan arrived on Guam for Lunar New Year, marking what officials called a strong start to the holiday travel period.
Rev and Tax warns of imposter contacting taxpayers
The Department of Revenue and Taxation (DRT) warned Guam residents of an "imposter" claiming to be a DRT employee contacting local taxpayers through WhatsApp requesting for personal information.
UOG to mark 58th Charter Day on March 5
The University of Guam will celebrate its 58th Charter Day on March 5 with a campuswide event highlighting culture, entertainment and community engagement as part of a monthlong series of activities.
Lawmakers weigh who can vote in political status plebiscite
Lawmakers are weighing legislation that would fundamentally change who can vote in Guam’s long-discussed political status plebiscite, a proposal supporters say is necessary to bring local law into compliance with the U.S. Constitution but which critics warn could reshape the intent of the vote.
Two teens escape Youth Correctional Facility
Two 16-year-old males escaped custody from the Department of Youth Affairs Youth Correctional Facility at about 12:40 p.m. Feb. 18 after climbing over barbed-wire fencing, according to officials.
Village Streets Master Plan needs major revision, review finds
The Department of Public Works’ Village Streets Master Plan has not been fully implemented and is in need of significant updates, according to a February 2026 audit released by the Office of Public Accountability.
Ordot Chalan Pago Elementary upgrades near completion
Facility upgrades at Ordot Chalan Pago Elementary School are nearing completion as part of the Guam Department of Education’s ongoing refurbishment initiative across the Kattan Region, officials announced Tuesday.
