GPD seeks Jordan Chargualaf for questioning in Firearm Investigation
Police said Friday, that Chargualaf is wanted for questioning regarding a “confiscated firearm investigation” that occurred in the Malojloj area on Wednesday.
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Port targets Saturday for Gantry Crane 6 inspection and recertification
“Operating with only one gantry crane has extended vessel working times by approximately one day compared with a typical call, and that has created some schedule movement in the vessel sequence,” Port General Manager Rory Respicio said
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Governor signs law directing $19.9M in excess Section 30 Funds to GMH for EHR system
“The full procurement and implementation timeline is projected to take 15 to 18 months. With the hospital’s current software contract set to expire in 2028, today’s bill signing ensures a seamless, timely transition to a secure and modern platform,” Adelup said.
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GDOE audit questions $9.3M in federal spending, flags late financial close
“We are committed to addressing the findings, strengthening our internal controls, and ensuring that every dollar entrusted to GDOE is managed responsibly and in accordance with applicable requirements. Most importantly, our efforts to improve financial management will be aimed at our ability to direct resources towards our schools and students,” Won Pat said.
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Two Men charged with Illegal Gun Possession; One sought by Police
The complaint alleges that Chargualaf pretended to comply, then “immediately turned around and fled” on foot. One officer pursued while the other stayed with Meno.
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No arrest made in fatal auto-pedestrian crash, Police say investigation continues
“No arrest has been made. Because this remains an active investigation, we are limiting the release of additional information at this time to protect the integrity of the investigation,” GPD spokesperson Norman Analista said Thursday evening.
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U.S. Supreme Court hears arguments over Tarague Beach open detonation
"NEPA is very clear that you have to undertake the analysis before proposing a major federal action. And it also talks about bringing entities like Guam EPA to the table as what NEPA calls cooperating agencies, and those are agencies who have jurisdiction by law over some part of the project or some environmental effects involved," Flynn said.
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GDOE Head Start registration open for 2026-27 School Year
GDOE Superintendent Judith Won Pat called the Head Start Program a “valuable resource” in early childhood education. She said, “These services to the families have direct and lifelong advantages that impact our Guam Department of Education students’ future.”
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80 Guam High School Students gather for 2026 Youth Summit on Public Policy
"The summit will allow students to engage in and learn about the legislative process, to include the role of legislative committees, the process of selecting chairpersons, and the importance of conducting research on policy issues affecting the community," the Guam Department of Education said.
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Port launches review of Gantry Crane incident as recovery continues
On Wednesday, the Port said the internal review will also look at “weather information available throughout the day and evening, decisions made at the supervisory, operational, safety, and management levels and whether established procedures and specific management directions were followed.”
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GDOE says WASC accreditation fully restored, all schools accredited to SY2029
“We inherited this issue," Superintendent Judith Won Pat said.
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Death Investigation underway after Nicholas Moore found deceased Wednesday
"It was clear at that time Nicholas passed away," Phillips said. "We are shocked by Nicholas’ passing and just met with him yesterday. We mourn Nicholas’ passing and look forward to receiving information regarding the cause of death."
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GMHA receives $1.41M USDA Grant to support Typhoon Mawar recovery
“It will partially reimburse restoration work already completed or underway, helping address costs that remained uncovered after insurance and Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) assistance,” the hospital said.
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All three Port Gantry Cranes back on rail system as recovery continues
"The Port reached another recovery milestone Tuesday with Gantry Crane 6 successfully returned to the rail system. Gantry Crane 5 was returned to the rails Sunday, meaning all three of the Port’s gantry cranes are now back on the rail system," the Port said in a release Oct. 6.
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Tiyan campus passes sanitary inspection, return of students still pending
With the sanitary inspection passed, Borja said, "details on the return back to campus is still in the planning phase. We plan on having stakeholder meetings and input first before we make any final decisions."
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Legislature passes amended Bill directing $19.9M to GMHA
"The entire amount shall support the Guam Memorial Hospital in the acquisition and implementation of a modern electronic healthcare health record system and related infrastructure improvement," Sen. Telo Taitague said reading the amended intent which reflected the evolution of the bill on the floor throughout Tuesday morning.
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NWS says 'powerful squall' contributed to Port Crane damage
"Definitely they did have a powerful squall go through blasting through the Port right around 9:30 that evening and so that was when everything happened. ... Something major happened and the wind was a factor indeed because we did have some powerful wind squalls," Aydlett said.
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Guam residents face longer USPS transit times under new Service Expectations
"The service expectation was previously capped at 3 days but has been adjusted due to travel time and consideration of the Pacific locations past the International Date Line," the USPS Industry Alert states.
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Gantry Crane 5 returned to rail as Port Cargo operations continue
When asked whether repairs would be completed before the next scheduled vessel activity Monday, Respicio said, "I ordered that the same vessel line up remain for the coming week with some contingencies in place. We are working on the next critical steps."
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Port continues recovery after High Winds damage three Gantry Cranes
"The contact caused the cranes to move several hundred feet farther along the dock. No injuries were reported," The Port said. "The Port can confirm that wind gauges on its gantry cranes recorded winds of 100 mph at the time of the incident Friday evening. Guam was not under a tropical storm watch or warning at the time, and forecasts had called for wind gusts of up to 50 mph."
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Diaz becomes first UOG Civil Engineering Graduate to earn P.E. License
“I think a lot of students feel like they have to leave Guam to get a good education or build a good career, but I’m a big believer that those opportunities are here too,” Diaz said.
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Guam CQA receives $1.025M for Border Security equipment
"Giving Customs officers better tools to detect illegal drugs, contraband, and other prohibited items before they enter our communities. Greater inspection capability across passenger baggage, commercial cargo, and international mail will also strengthen deterrence by making it more difficult to move illegal drugs and contraband through Guam’s ports of entry," Moylan's office said.
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2026 Educator Pay Plan approved: 15% increase for teachers, 5% for administrators
"To address compensation-related issues that impact the overall progression of employees through the various levels of educator positions, a 15 percent market movement recommendation is proposed for the updated 2026 Educator Pay Plan for assigned Pay grades ED1A through ED-7," DOA said.
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NWS: Choi-Wan to bring hazardous Conditions through weekend
"Tropical Storm is 34 knots or higher and Gale is 34 knots or higher, so, as far as what you feel, the difference is going to be little to none," Stanko said.
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