Life on the streets: A closer look at homelessness on Guam

At Plaza de España Park in Hagåtña, Curtis Bowermaster doesn’t fade into the background. Wearing a bold animal-print outfit, the 46-year-old is hard to miss as he moves with purpose near the Dulce Nombre de Maria Cathedral-Basilica. For Bowermaster, …

Guam-based thinktank keeps close watch on Trump impacts to Compact

The Pacific Center for Island Sustainability is keeping a close watch on how President Trump’s actions may affect Guam and the Micronesian region.  "It’s a very fluid situation here in Washington DC, because the arrival of President Trump has thrown a …

Guam Guard member's heritage strengthens military partnership with Palau

In a unique demonstration of the deep cultural ties between Guam and Palau, a recent law enforcement exchange mission has demonstrated how personal connections can enhance military partnerships in the Pacific region. Master Sgt. Misty Palomo of the Guam …

Senator seeks visa-free travel to Guam for Filipinos

Freshman Sen. Shawn Gumataotao sent a letter to the secretary of U.S. Department of Homeland Security asking to include the Philippines in the Guam-CNMI visa waiver program. Gumataotao in a letter to recently confirmed Secretary of U.S. Department of …

Guam welcomes 30 new US citizens at naturalization ceremony

Melody Ang Cruz, third from left, and her son, Christian Ang Cruz, are joined by family members and friends after becoming naturalized United States citizens during a naturalization ceremony held at the District Court of Guam in Anigua on Feb. 6, 2025. A …

Veterans Affairs OIG investigating events at Guam Vet Center

The Office of Inspector General at the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is investigating alleged misconduct at the Guam Veterans Center in Maite, which came to light after the resignation of the center’s former director, according to Guam Delegate James …

ICE arrest signals stricter immigration enforcement in Guam

On Jan. 31, 2025, Homeland Security Investigations in Honolulu announced an ICE operation on Guam, highlighting the ongoing federal efforts to detain and deport individuals residing unlawfully in the U.S.

Guam Visitors Bureau discusses 'potential litigation,' still no new leadership

Office of Inspector General investigation underway into Guam Vet Center for serious misconduct

“What I can share with you at this time is that Mr. Santos will not be returning to the vet center. Mr. Santos was not terminated but resigned in lieu of termination due to performance issues. Following his resignation, several issues appeared, which …

Body camera program for Guam Police Department to roll out in less than a month

“This is so integral going both ways, the transparency and accountability on the department side, they know once you put that uniform on, you are held to a higher standard,  and then we never hear about it again,” added Barnett. “On the flip side, if the …