Court Ruling: Superior Court of Guam Judge John Terlaje dismissed with prejudice a lawsuit over the 2022 officer-involved shooting death of Luke Imaizuma Atoigue, granting defendants’ no-evidence summary judgment and ending the case. Campaign Access: Genesis Babauta’s “Lunch with the Leaders” livestream series will bring Guam’s gubernatorial teams to Pono Hawaiian Grill in Hagåtña, starting Aug. 15 with Sens. Therese Terlaje and Sabina Perez, then Vice Speaker Tony Ada and EJ Calvo on Aug. 18. Local Funding: Sinajana and Mongmong-Toto-Maite mayors say they’re still waiting on $250,000 each in ARPA interest funds for village projects, including a green marketplace and a renovated storage workshop. Liberation Queen Debate: Mayors discussed whether to proceed with the 83rd Liberation Queen pageant after motions to extend the current queen’s reign for another year failed. Disaster Request: Gov. Lou Leon Guerrero formally asked President Trump for a major disaster declaration for Super Typhoon Bavi recovery, citing damage assessments and potential FEMA assistance. Budget Oversight: Senators debated amendments to the FY2027 budget, including moving FY2026 excess General Fund revenues into the Rainy Day Fund. Defense & Readiness: New reporting on U.S. missile and interceptor shortages is renewing questions about whether Guam’s missile shield can hold if war expands. USS Abraham Lincoln Crisis: CENTCOM denied an Iranian claim that seven sailors died in a Lincoln incident, while families and lawmakers continue pressing Navy leadership over reported mental health and living-condition problems during the carrier’s extended deployment. Public Health & Facilities: Guam Memorial Hospital continues addressing persistent water leaks after lawmakers questioned a “failure point” tied to roof/envelope issues, with possible litigation discussed. Education Support: GDOE began grab-and-go meals for Tiyan and Simon Sanchez students after school closures tied to sanitation and facility deficiencies. Public Safety Training: Guam’s first law enforcement junior cadet program wrapped up with five high school students completing CPR, tactical medicine, and active-shooter response training. Sports Region: Guam hosts the 2026 FIBA Micronesian Cups Aug. 14-16, with Palau and FSM teams competing as they pursue Pacific Games qualification.