Guam Voter turnout increases in 2026 General Election compared to 2024
"Toward the end of the evening, even right before dark, I heard there may have even been a line in Tamuning," Pangelinan said.
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Unofficial results: Ada-Calvo claim victory as Terlaje-Perez concede gubernatorial race
“The spread is about 1,000 points, and there's only about the 371 ballots that are being mailed in. So even if those were counted, that spread would still be significant. So, I just called Senator Tony Ada and conceded, and congratulated him, on behalf of Senator Perez and I,” Terlaje said.
By Jolene Toves ·
Missing GPD officer located in Dededo, department says
“Around 9:40 p.m. this evening, GPD had asked the community for assistance in locating Officer Pascua. Officer Pascua had called in all secure via radio, but Tumon precinct had been unable to contact him via radio or phone as of 6 p.m.,” Analista said.
By Jolene Toves ·
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GPD seeks public's help locating officer last seen driving patrol vehicle
“Officer Pascua had called in all secure via radio, but Tumon precinct has been unable to contact him via radio or phone as of 6 p.m.,” the department said.
By Jolene Toves ·
Lt. governor candidates call for multi-pronged approach to Guam's drug problem
Each candidate said no single approach will address drugs and crime on Guam and both called for a "multi-prong approach" combining interdiction, prevention and treatment.
By Jolene Toves ·
GDOE identifies Nov. 3 as make-up day for storm-related school closures
"Because November 3 is Election Day, instruction will be delivered through online learning or prepared learning packets. Schools that choose to use learning packets will prepare and distribute them to students by Friday, October 30, 2026. Parents and students will be informed in advance of the delivery method and the expectations for completing and submitting assignments," GDOE said.
By Jolene Toves ·
Guam early voting surpasses primary turnout, election official says
“But of course after the storm that trend kind of took a little bit of a dip. But just as of yesterday, we did about 1,069, so you know, we're seeing a good trend,” he said.
By Jolene Toves ·
Guam enters COR 1 as Category 3 Typhoon Champi nears Marianas
This storm watch update is brought to you by senatorial candidates Clynt Ridgell, "Let's Grow Guam Together"; Sabrina Salas Matanane, "Bri the Difference"; and Chief Energy Partners, "Your Power. Your Terms. Your Lifestyle." Special thanks to sponsors Donna Muna Quinata, "Driven to Serve"; Burger King; and MacTech Guam.
By Jolene Toves ·
GBA Survey: Tydingco leads in all five Attorney General Candidate questions
"The GBA takes no position for or against any candidate. The results reflect the opinions of respondents only and may not be representative of the entire membership. In total, 110 of 301 active members responded (36.54%)," the GBA said
By Jolene Toves ·
NWS warns Champi could bring 150 mph gusts, Up to 20 inches of rain to Guam
This storm watch update is brought to you by senatorial candidates Clynt Ridgell, “Let’s Grow Guam Together”; Sabrina Salas Matanane, “Bri the Difference”; and Chief Energy Partners, “Your Power. Your Terms. Your Lifestyle.” Special thanks to sponsors Donna Muna Quinata, “Driven to Serve”; Burger King; and MacTech Guam.
By Jolene Toves ·
GMHA adjusts services, prepares Shelter for Expectant Mothers ahead of Champi
This storm watch update is brought to you by Senatorial candidates Clynt Ridgell, "Let's Grow Guam Together"; Sabrina Salas Matanane,"Bri the Difference" and Chief Energy Partners, "Your Power. Your Terms. Your Lifestyle." Special thanks to sponsors: Donna Quinata, "Driven to Serve"; Burger King and MacTech Guam.
By Jolene Toves ·
Schools, Businesses close as Champi approaches the Marianas
This storm watch update is brought to you by Senatorial candidates Clynt Ridgell, "Let's Grow Guam Together"; Sabrina Salas Matanane,"Bri the Difference" and Chief Energy Partners, "Your Power. Your Terms. Your Lifestyle." Special thank to sponsors: Donna Quinata, "Driven to Serve"; Burger King and MacTech Guam.
By Jolene Toves ·
Legislature approves additional $15 Million for Champi response
This storm watch update is brought to you by Senatorial candidates Clynt Ridgell, "Let's Grow Guam Together," Sabrina Salas Matanane, "Bri the Difference," and Chief Energy Partners, "Your Power. Your Terms. Your Lifestyle." Special thanks to sponsors: Donna Quinata, "Driven to Serve," Burger King and MacTech Guam.
By Jolene Toves ·
Cost of living is the top concern in two Vote Smart Guam community measures
In the organization's online straw poll, 74 of 123 voters or 60% named cost of living as the issue that matters most to their vote.
By Vote Smart Guam ·
Pauluhn asks Court to review GEC decision on Moylan's AG Ballot eligibility
Jordan Pauluhn, a nonpartisan candidate for Attorney General has asked the Superior Court of Guam to intervene in the dispute over the Guam Election Commission's handling of a complaint regarding Attorney General Douglas Moylan's alleged Republican Party affiliation.
By Jolene Toves ·
15 of 48: Vote Smart Guam publishes candidate participation report as early voting nears
As of Sept. 9, 15 campaigns have completed their profiles by publishing a biography and the platform's Political Courage Survey. Ten campaigns started but have not completed their profiles while 23 have not responded.
GEC sets Ballot order for Nov. 3 General Election
Only offices with more than one candidate per party were drawn, including senatorial, nonpartisan attorney general, Guam Education Board and the Consolidated Commission on Utilities.
GEC certifies Primary Election results after Saturday recount
The results of the recount affirmed Democrat candidates Terlaje, Therese-Perez, Sabina advance to the General having garnered 6,446 votes over Tenorio, Joshua-Muna Barnes, Tina who received 5,994 votes and San Agustin, Joe-San Nicolas, Dwayne who garnered 1,050. On the republican side, Ada, Tony -Calvo, Edward advance with 5,179 ahead of Blas, Frank Jr.-Okada, Mary's 3,367.
By Jolene Toves ·
82nd Liberation Queen to have float in next year's parade
Mayor Terlaje highlighted that in recent years there has been "little to no participation." "And so, this is where these proposals came into play was because of the little to no participation," he said. "However, if we are going to move forward with the 83rd Liberation pageant, ... then I am going to request that the mayors from each village have a representative and candidate to participate in the 83rd Liberation."
By Jolene Toves ·
Terlaje-Perez, Ada-Calvo advance to General
Sen. Therese Terlaje and running mate Sen. Sabina Perez are headed to the 2026 General Election as the Democratic gubernatorial ticket after Lt. Gov. Josh Tenorio and Sen. Tina Muña Barnes conceded. On the Republican side, Vice Speaker Tony Ada and running mate Edward "EJ" Calvo also advance over Speaker Frank Blas Jr. and running mate Mary Okada.
By Jolene Toves ·
Remarks at gubernatorial rally draw widespread criticism
Four political rallies for gubernatorial candidates were held Sunday evening in Hagåtña, but remarks made at one event have drawn widespread criticism.
By Jolene Toves ·
Candidates meet voters at Micronesia Mall forum
Micronesia Mall’s Meet the Candidates event Saturday turned its Center Court into a flurry of interactions between 2026 election candidates and voters, drawing residents eager to engage potential representatives directly.
By Jolene Toves ·
UOG to host 'Beyond the Status Quo' gubernatorial debate
The University of Guam's College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences (CLASS) and the Free Association Task Force are hosting the "Beyond the Status Quo Gubernatorial Debate" Wednesday, giving voters an opportunity to learn more about the candidates and their visions for Guam.
By Jolene Toves ·
Early voting begins for the 2026 Guam election
Early voting for the 2026 Guam Election has begun at the Westin Resort Guam, the Guam Election Commission’s designated site for early and curbside voting.
By Jolene Toves ·
Earlier coverage
- Homebound voting resumes for primary election · Environment
- Democratic gubernatorial tickets split on business tax overhaul · Business & Technology
- Women's Chamber hosts Guam's first gubernatorial forum · Government & Politics
- Isaiah Aguon picks up candidacy packet · Government & Politics
- Election Commission declines review of rejected petitions · Government & Politics
- Women's Chamber to host congressional candidate forum · Environment
- Election Commission confirms August primary candidate filings · Government & Politics
- Public Safety Committee seeks budget amendments for FY2027 · Government & Politics
- Terlaje and Perez pick up candidacy packets · Government & Politics
- Tenorio and Muna-Barnes propose southern vocational high school · Government & Politics
- Torres urges federal review of Guam gasoline pricing · Local
- Tenorio and Muna-Barnes open 2026 campaign push · Government & Politics
- San Agustin and San Nicolas file for governor and lieutenant governor · Government & Politics
- Hundreds turn out for Tenorio campaign headquarters opening · Local
- Candidate packets move as 2026 primary countdown begins · Government & Politics
- Governor proposes independent pay commission for officials · Government & Politics
- 2026 gubernatorial race takes shape as teams confirm bids · Government & Politics
- Five candidates advance in GDOE superintendent search · Education
- Outgoing GMH chief criticizes Legislature in letter to community · Health
- McDonald's of Guam to hold one-day job fair in Harmon · Local