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  • Inter-Tech slapped with another illegal worker fine

    By Chris Barnett
    The troubled Tsubaki Tower project receives another fine - this time from the Department of Labor. According to docs from DOL obtained by KUAM news by way of FOIA request, the agency was acting on a tip and conducted an inspection of the site in October 2

  • Guam's per capita homelessness ranks 2nd in nation

    By Julius Santos
    Recently, KUAM News featured stories on the different circumstances with Guam's homeless population. And we aren't the only island paradise with this problem. At the request of Hawaii Lieutenant Governor Josh Green, Guam Lieutenant Governor Josh Tenorio a

  • Parole Board nominee Franklin Leon Guerrero goes before legislature

    By Nestor Licanto
    The new nominee to the embattled Parole Board went through his confirmation hearing today. He was picked by the Governor to help shore up a board that's come under fire since the arrest of a parolee and convicted child rapist for the April kidnap and sexu

  • Ancient sailing secrets shared at GMIF

    By Chris Barnett
    It looks like ancient navigators still have more to teach us. Those carrying on the tradition want to share the discovery that has provided insight into how indigenous sailors tamed the wind. Mario Borja, known for his work on the Sakman CHamoru, says wit

  • Apprentices hope to carry on healing traditions

    It's an apprenticeship program like no other being offered at the "House of healers."Their mission is to enhance the well being of our people through perpetuating and promoting the indigenous healing practices of our traditional healers. The Guma Yo'Amte

  • Homeless mother pleads for shelter, help for blind son and other children

    By Julius Santos
    Guam's homeless, they're made up of more than adults in dire situations. They include also families with small children. KUAM spoke with a mother of four children who is need of help not only to for a permanent roof over her head... but services for her b

  • Search for highest bidder on for Accion property

    By Sabrina Salas Matanane
    The latest bankruptcy hearing on the church's plans to sell the controversial and most-valuable Hotel Accion property has been postponed again. This as both sides agreed to give it one more shot to try to get more money off the sale. Timeout to go after m

  • Are wages keeping up with inflation? Survey looks for answers

    By Chris Barnett
    The Bureau of Statistics and Plans preparing for a household income and expenditure survey. The survey will measure consumer buying habits and help determine what will be used in the market basket of consumer goods and services purchased by households on

  • GDOE & IIAAG working on moving forward with high school sports

    By Julius Santos
    The Guam Department of Education and the IIAAG met face-to-face for the first time since the Guam Education Board made the final decision to separate its high school sports program from the non-profit organization. The IIAAG has been running Guam's high s

  • Family plans to barricade Manenggon Memorial 'whole property'

    By Chris Barnett
    A family who says they own all the property around the Manenggon Memorial doubles-down on their promise to block access to the site on the day of the memorial ceremony. The clock is ticking - that's what Mesa family spokesman Mark Colby says. As we report

  • Highest bidder revealed for carnival's games of chance

    By Nestor Licanto
    Games of chance are back at the Liberation carnival. The gambling booths and House of Cards make a return after a two-year ban was lifted by the Legislature just in time for the 75th Anniversary celebrations. The Mayor's Council released a list of the win

  • Gatorade GameChangers: Richelle Tugade (JFK track-&-field)

    By Dave Delgado
    JFK track star Richelle Tugade has been hauling in medals for the Islanders since her freshman year. Tugade bagged 2 bronze and a silver in the 2016 All-Island Meet. She was also a bronze medalist in the 300 meter hurdles at the Mike Petty Meet held in Ok

  • Woman frustrated over GWA sewage backing up into apartment

    As the Guam Waterworks Authority plans a series of rate increases, one woman tells KUAM News GWA is raising her blood pressure. Michelle Taisague is tired of taking crap from the Guam Waterworks Authority - literally. She lives right off Marine Drive in A

  • Investigation launched into alleged Tumon artifacts

    By Chris Barnett
    After the State Historic Preservation Office caught wind of a viral video alleging ancient artifacts mishandled in Tumon, a stop work order has been issued and an investigation is underway. It seems nothing, however, is cut and dry when it comes to the ru

  • Power rates won't go up this year

    By Nestor Licanto
    Power rates are expected to hold steady through the end of the year. The Consolidated Commission on Utilities approved the Guam Power Authority's recommendation Tuesday night not to raise the fuel surcharge. It also approved a motion to release the minute

  • Video goes viral claiming latte stone disrespect, owner clarifies it's just a pile of rocks

    Don't believe everything you see on social media - that's what one man says after he was called out for "disrespecting" what a viral video poster thought were latte stones. Maybe you saw the video going around - a man taking offense and expressing outrage

  • Will GDOE sports takeover cut out the competition?

    By Sabrina Salas Matanane
    Guam Department of Education Superintendent Jon Fernandez says he will be meeting with newly elected Independent Athletic Association of Guam President Terry Debold next week. The two are scheduled to talk about the Guam Education Board’s recent una

  • Bill aims to keep CHamoru perspective in Spain's exploration anniversary

    By Nestor Licanto
    The Spanish government calls it the "voyage that changed the world." Spain is celebrating the 500th anniversary of the first recorded circumnavigation of the globe by Portuguese explorer Ferdinand Magellan and Spain's Juan Sebastian Elcano.The historic jo

  • Get all your election news online & interactively from KUAM

    By Jason Salas
    The big news heading into this fall is the election, and so our digital team has put together a series of helpful and fun products to help you make an informed decision when you head to the polls. We're all over the map with our coverage of the Decision 2

  • Coldstone Creamery Birthday Club

    Watch KUAM News or listen to I94FM or Isla 63 AM where we'll announce the special celebrants of the day every weekday. And Every Friday, one lucky person will win a birthday cake compliments of Coldstone Creamery! 

  • DOE HQ left in the dark due to unpaid power bill

    The hum of a generator could be heard outside DOE's headquarters - the consequence of a delinquent bill that left employees in the dark.

  • Community outraged at savage beating of dogs

    Broken legs, a fractured skull, and damaged kidneys - just some of the injuries dogs Rex and Lucky sustained as a result of a brutal beating.

  • Short-term pain, long-term gain for CNMI consumers & businesses?

    By Nestor Licanto
    DOCOMO Pacific announced plans for a new fiber optic cable between Guam and Saipan, citing increased connectivity and lower cost bandwidth.

  • Signup for Expresscare's weekly newsletter

    Watch "Healthy Living with Dr. Jitka Lom" every Tuesday on KUAM News Extra and signup for the ExpressCare weekly newsletter on Facebook for extended tips about living a healthy island lifestyle!

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    Send us your favorite birthday recipient's name and picture and we'll mention them during our show! 

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  • Coldstone Creamery Birthday Club

    Coldstone Creamery Birthday Club

    Thursday, May 7 2015 7:33 PM EDT2015-05-07 23:33:30 GMT

    Your loved ones' birthday is cause for celebration and the stations of KUAM and Coldstone Creamery want to make it extra special for them! Beginning April 1, KUAM News and Radio are launching the Birthday

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    Watch KUAM News or listen to I94FM or Isla 63 AM where we'll announce the special celebrants of the day every weekday. And Every Friday, one lucky person will win a birthday cake compliments of Coldstone Creamery! 

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  • Nominate someone for the Good Neighbor Award

    Nominate someone for the Good Neighbor Award

    Tuesday, June 21 2016 2:19 AM EDT2016-06-21 06:19:37 GMT

    The acts of good neighbors in our community often go unnoticed. The Good Neighbor Award is a monthly feature highlighting the everyday acts of selflessness among everyday people!  

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    The acts of good neighbors in our community often go unnoticed. The Good Neighbor Award is a monthly feature highlighting the everyday acts of selflessness among everyday people!  

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  • TRAFFIC ADVISORY FOR JUNE 3-9

    TRAFFIC ADVISORY FOR JUNE 3-9

    Road Safety Reminder for the Week THE RIGHT OF WAY RULES (Part 4 of 6) Private Driveways: When you enter a street or highway from a driveway, alley or from private property, you must not interfere with the safe operation of cars approaching from either diMore >>
    Road Safety Reminder for the Week THE RIGHT OF WAY RULES (Part 4 of 6) Private Driveways: When you enter a street or highway from a driveway, alley or from private property, you must not interfere with the safe operation of cars approaching from either diMore >>

  • Navy to hold underwater detonation training outside Apra Harbor

    Navy to hold underwater detonation training outside Apra Harbor

    The U.S. Navy Explosive Ordnance Disposal Mobile Unit 5 willconduct routine underwater detonation training from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. May 30 in outer Apra Harbor. EODMU-5 will detonate a total of five pounds of explosives at the designated UNDET location on aMore >>
    The U.S. Navy Explosive Ordnance Disposal Mobile Unit 5 willconduct routine underwater detonation training from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. May 30 in outer Apra Harbor. EODMU-5 will detonate a total of five pounds of explosives at the designated UNDET location on a More >>

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