GMH welcomes Guam's first baby of 2026
Guam Memorial Hospital Authority welcomed the island’s first baby of the New Year at 11:47 a.m. Thursday, marking a meaningful start to 2026 for the public hospital that serves families across Guam.
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UOG Press to launch children's book 'The Great Peskadot'
The University of Guam Press will celebrate the launch of The Great Peskadot, a new children’s book by Cabrini Cruz Palomo and illustrated by Veronica Cruz, at 2 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 11, at the Main Pavilion in Ypao Beach Park.
Tumon Night Market returns for 2026 Sunday evenings
The Guam Visitors Bureau announced the return of the Tumon Night Market for 2026, continuing the weekly community event in the heart of Tumon aimed at connecting residents and visitors with Guam’s local business and arts community.
Mitsui Ocean Fuji rings in New Year's Eve at the Port
The Port Authority of Guam welcomed the Japan-flagged Mitsui Ocean Fuji on Wednesday morning as the 649.63-foot passenger vessel berthed at approximately 8 a.m., carrying 419 passengers and 340 crew members, for a total of 759 people on board.
Education Board names Judith Won Pat acting superintendent
The Guam Education Board on Tuesday convened an emergency meeting to address leadership continuity at the Guam Department of Education and unanimously appointed Judith Won Pat as acting superintendent, according to a release issued Dec. 31, 2025.
Guam leaders close ranks against deep-sea mining plan
Guam’s elected leadership is presenting a unified front against proposed federal deep-sea mining near Guam and the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, citing environmental risks, insufficient science and inadequate public consultation.
Port board adopts 'Look Ahead 2026' strategic plan
The Board of Directors of the Port Authority of Guam unanimously adopted its “Look Ahead 2026” strategic plan during its regular monthly meeting Tuesday, formalizing the agency’s long-term direction focused on execution, operational durability and institutional readiness.
Moylan defends 'Purge' billboards as crime deterrent
Attorney General Douglas Moylan is defending his newly launched “AG Moylan Purge” billboard and social media campaign, calling it a necessary and evolving strategy to combat crime, deter repeat offenders and protect victims across Guam.
Moylan escalates 'Purge' deportation drive for final year
Attorney General Doug Moylan is intensifying a year-long deportation and prosecution initiative he calls “The Purge” as he enters the final 12 months of his term, according to a statement released Tuesday from his office.
Blas bill would excuse student specialists from jury duty
Speaker Frank F. Blas Jr. has introduced legislation aimed at protecting continuity of services for students with specialized needs by exempting certain certified specialists from jury duty.
Lada Gardens renovation enters Phase II in Dededo
Gov. Lou Leon Guerrero and Lt. Gov. Josh Tenorio joined housing officials and community partners Monday to break ground on Phase II of the Lada Gardens renovation in Dededo, continuing the territory’s investment in affordable housing.
Traffic stop ends in meth possession arrest
A routine traffic stop on Dec. 28 resulted in the arrest of Jennilyn Crystal Dimla Flores on suspicion of methamphetamine possession, according to a sworn affidavit filed in the Superior Court of Guam.
No classes Jan. 5 as GDOE holds professional development day
Students at most Guam Department of Education schools will not attend classes on Monday, Jan. 5, 2026, as the day has been designated a Professional Development Day for GDOE employees, the department announced in a press release dated Dec. 29, 2025.
Won Pat unveils senior team to restore trust in GDOE
Dr. Judith Won Pat, the newly appointed Superintendent of Education for the Guam Department of Education, today announced her senior management team.
Twin midnight fireworks to light Tumon and Hagåtña bays
The Guam Visitors Bureau will host two fireworks shows at midnight on New Year’s Eve, welcoming 2026 with simultaneous displays over Tumon Bay and Hagåtña Bay.
Malesso' families spend Christmas Eve bailing out homes
Residents in parts of Malesso woke up on Christmas Eve, December 24, to find their homes flooded following heavy rains on Dec. 23 and 24.
PUC approves GPA base rates, trims fuel charge for 2026
The Public Utilities Commission has approved new base rates for the Guam Power Authority along with a reduction to the Levelized Energy Adjustment Clause, with both changes taking effect Jan. 1, 2026, according to a release issued Monday.
M.U. Lujan Elementary improves health inspection score
The Guam Department of Education recognized M.U. Lujan Elementary School for improved public health inspection results, citing progress in campus sanitation and safety, according to a release issued Monday.
Customs swears in 29 officers from 15th training cycle
The Guam Customs and Quarantine Agency welcomed 29 new officers into its ranks following the graduation of its 15th training cycle on Dec. 18 at the Dusit Thani Guam Resort, officials announced.
Man charged in Dededo crash that killed mother and baby
A 23-year-old man has been arrested in connection with a fatal two-vehicle crash in Dededo that claimed the lives of a woman and her 1-year-old daughter early Sunday morning, according to the Guam Police Department.
Trump signs NDAA carrying Moylan's Guam provisions
President Donald Trump has signed the Fiscal Year 2026 National Defense Authorization Act into law, enacting legislation that includes multiple Guam-focused provisions secured by Guam Delegate James Moylan through his work on the House…
GMH visitation back to normal after third-floor smoke scare
Guam Memorial Hospital Authority resumed normal visitation hours following a smoke incident reported Saturday on the hospital’s third floor in the telemetry area, officials said.
Serious morning crash on Route 1 leaves two unresponsive
On Sunday, Guam Fire Department units responded at 6:22 a.m. to a reported motor vehicle collision with serious injuries on Route 1, North Chalan Henry Kaiser in Dededo, officials said.
Court orders Navy to open books on Guam species impacts
A federal court has ordered the U.S. Navy to provide additional information on how its operations may affect endangered species and cultural resources on Guam, rejecting efforts to limit public scrutiny.
