Man arrested in Micronesia Mall purse snatching
A man has been arrested in connection with a purse snatching reported in the Micronesia Mall parking lot in December, according to a court affidavit.
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Max's Restaurant closes Micronesia Mall location
Max’s Restaurant Guam has closed its location at Micronesia Mall, announcing on social media that operations have come to an end “with mixed emotions.” Management thanked loyal customers and the community for making the restaurant part of their special moments over the years.
Moylan says brief partial federal shutdown to begin
Guam Delegate James Moylan says a brief partial federal government shutdown is set to begin at midnight Eastern time after the Senate amended a House funding bill and the House did not reconvene before the deadline.
Public Health notifies residents of nationwide product recall
The Department of Public Health and Social Services is notifying the public about a voluntary nationwide recall of limited batches of Gerber Arrowroot Biscuits due to the potential presence of soft plastic or paper.
Two 16-year-olds face adult charges in Talofofo robbery
Two 16-year-olds are facing adult felony charges in connection with an armed robbery at a Talofofo convenience store, according to a court affidavit.
Volunteers conduct 2026 Point-In-Time homeless count
Volunteers with the Guam Homeless Coalition fanned out across the island early Friday for the 2026 Point-In-Time Count, a federally required survey aimed at measuring the number of people experiencing homelessness.
Public Health to keep recommending standard childhood shots
Guam’s Department of Public Health and Social Services said it will continue recommending the standard childhood immunization schedules developed by leading U.S. medical organizations, despite recent changes announced at the federal level.
Three juveniles in custody after machete robbery
Guam police have taken three juvenile suspects into custody and are searching for a fourth following a machete-involved robbery at a Talo’fo’fo store earlier this week.
Regulators say federal conflicts have slowed cannabis rollout
Guam’s cannabis regulators say federal conflicts, banking restrictions and complex regulations have slowed the rollout of the island’s recreational marijuana industry — but changes may be on the horizon.
Health officials host federation of state medical boards
Guam health officials recently hosted leaders from the Federation of State Medical Boards as part of ongoing efforts to strengthen physician licensing standards and align local regulations with national best practices.
Agriculture and GAIN to host free animal health clinic
The Guam Department of Agriculture’s Division of Animal Health, in partnership with Guam Animals in Need, will host a free, hands-on animal handling workshop Thursday at the Mongmong-Toto-Maite Mayor’s Office.
Man arrested after break-in at ex-wife's Barrigada home
A man was arrested after allegedly breaking into his ex-wife’s Barrigada home earlier this month, causing extensive damage and leaving her in fear for her safety, according to a court affidavit.
Protesters gather with signs directed at attorney general
Members of Guam’s democratic community gathered in protest Wednesday, holding signs directed at Attorney General Douglas Moylan in response to recent billboard campaigns they say are divisive and discriminatory.
JFK students win NASA TechRise Student Challenge
Students from John F. Kennedy High School have been selected as winners in NASA’s TechRise Student Challenge, earning support to develop and fly a student-designed science experiment on a high-altitude balloon.
GVB names Ina Carillo director of destination development
The Guam Visitors Bureau has selected Ina Carillo as its new director of destination development, filling a leadership role focused on shaping the island’s tourism future.
Western Pacific Maritime Academy holds hands-on training
Guam is making waves in maritime training as the Western Pacific Maritime Academy continues day 2 of it’s hands-on training with a cohort of students from the Guam Department of Labor American Job Center.
GVB officials review wins and losses after legislative warning
Guam Visitors Bureau officials talked wins and loses roughly two weeks after being warned by the legislative Committee on Tourism chair that the Legislature would not support additional major funding without measurable results and structural changes.
Man charged in two separate drug cases after Yona stop
A 45-year-old man has been charged in two separate drug-related cases following a traffic stop in Yona and an earlier investigation in Dededo, according to magistrate complaints filed by the Office of the Attorney General.
Draft Guahan 2050 Sustainability Plan released for comment
The Bureau of Statistics and Plans has released a public draft of the Guåhan 2050 Sustainability Plan and scheduled public hearings to gather community input on the long-term development roadmap.
Free diabetes self-care workshop open to residents
People living with diabetes and their caregivers are invited to participate in a four-session diabetes self-care workshop hosted by the University of Guam Land Grant Extension Service beginning Feb. 4.
Police advise motorists of road closures
The Guam Police Department issued a traffic advisory Monday morning informing motorists of road closures related to the investigation of the fatal auto-motorcycle crash that killed Sonny Carl Laguana Vasques on Jan. 24.
GVB extends early bird registration for Ko'ko' Road Race
The Guam Visitors Bureau has extended the Early Bird registration period for the 2026 Guam Ko’ko’ Road Race and Ko’ko’ Kids Fun Run, giving participants additional time to register at discounted rates.
Jay B. Jones named 2025 Guam Business executive of the year
Jay B. Jones, executive vice president of Triple J Enterprises, has been named the 2025 Guam Business Magazine Executive of the Year during an awards reception held Jan. 24 at the Hyatt Regency Guam.
Governor meets Japanese delegation on strengthening ties
Gov. Lou Leon Guerrero and Lt. Gov. Joshua Tenorio met with a high-level delegation from Japan this week to discuss strengthening economic cooperation between Guam and the Japanese government.
