Sports Tourism & Local Retail: Crowns Guam opened a new Hagåtña flagship store at Ada Plaza Center, expanding to about 15,000 square feet and betting on stronger local demand as it grows its summer line. BJJ & Guam Branding: The Guam Marianas Pro Korea Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Championship returned to Seoul with record participation, nearly doubling competitors from 2024 and reinforcing Guam’s sports-travel pipeline. Youth Justice Budget Debate: DYA Director Melanie Brennan told lawmakers she opposes a new or larger youth correctional facility, citing declining youth admissions and pushing community-based and mental health-focused alternatives. Fraud & Public Safety: The FBI added Michael Lizaso Marasigan—convicted in a $34M Guam bingo fraud—to its Most Wanted Fraudsters list, offering up to a $150,000 reward. Food Systems & Consumer Trust: UOG is running marketing workshops for Guam farmers and food entrepreneurs, while a separate push highlights how food traceability can help local products stand out. Tourism Policy: Guam signed a law allowing fines up to $5,000 for poor property upkeep in hotel zones, aiming to protect Tumon’s appearance. Immigration & Air Connectivity: GovGuam and CNMI renewed their push to include the Philippines in the Guam-CNMI visa waiver program to boost travel demand and spur more airline service. Environment & Industry Rules: Gov. Lou Leon Guerrero signed Guam’s deep-sea mining ban in territorial waters, with steep daily fines and port-use restrictions tied to “full consultation.” Housing Payments: GHURA said Section 8 landlord payments won’t be deposited by the usual date due to federal transmission timing issues.