Elder-care Crime: A Guam caretaker, Sinora John, was charged with financial exploitation of the elderly after allegedly stealing more than $50,000 from an 81-year-old bedridden woman over 16 months, using the victim’s debit card details and later admitting the transactions. Local Lawmaking: The Guam Legislature held a short public hearing on a trio of measures, including Bill 268-38 to create a beach and coastal warning/notification system for hazardous conditions. Seabed Mining Watch: The U.S. Marine Minerals Administration confirmed it will delay full environmental review of seabed mining until after leases are sold, drawing renewed pushback from Guam lawmakers and territories. Water Security: A University of Guam study warns rising salt could already be moving into Guam’s groundwater aquifer, raising stakes for conservation and protection efforts. Tourism & Costs: Guam’s South Korean visitor market shows some relief as fuel surcharges eased in August, but GVB warns costs could climb again. Utilities & Finance: Guam Power Authority reported $10.3 million in recovery impacts from Typhoons Sinlaku and Bavi and is seeking bond authority for capital projects; separately, GWA is seeking to charge off $926,284 in uncollectible past-due water bills. Business & Growth: Junior Achievement Guam is urging high schoolers to register for its 2026–2027 Company of the Year program with three weeks left before it starts Sept. 14. Health System Update: Guam Memorial Hospital Authority says it is current on power and water payments and that outdated past-due figures in earlier documents don’t reflect its current status. Homelessness Plan: Guam launched a five-year roadmap aimed at reducing homelessness and poverty, including a dedicated office by Oct. 1 and a centralized drop-in center by Oct. 1, 2028.