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5.22.2024

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Pharmaceuticals ordered to pay Hawaiʻi nearly $1 billion for deceptive business practices
The drug companies hid information from doctors who prescribed Plavix, which can have outsized negative effects on Asians and Pacific Islanders. Civil Beat. Star-Advertiser. Tribune-Herald. Big Island Video News. Hawaiʻi News Now. KHON2.

Below-average hurricane season is forecast for Hawaiʻi
With a developing La Niña climate pattern and cooler waters in the forecast, officials said the basin is likely to experience one to four tropical cyclones during the hurricane season, which runs from June 1 through Nov. 30. Star-Advertiser. Civil Beat. Tribune-Herald. Big Island Video News. Big Island Now. Hawaiʻi News Now.

Dry season forecast to be drier-than-normal
The wet season’s extra rainfall will provide a buffer against the earlier onset of expected drought conditions later this summer — and wildfire weather. Tribune-Herald. Big Island Now.

After Lahaina, Hawaiʻi fire crews take stock of their ability to communicate in a crisis
Fire departments across the state are reevaluating their emergency communication capabilities after the Maui wildfires when a lack of advanced communication tools and vulnerable cellular network complicated efforts by first responders. Civil Beat.

Native seeds could soon be fueling new growth on burned out acreage across Hawaiʻi
The federal government is funneling millions of dollars to a University of Hawaiʻi initiative aimed at increasing the number of seeds for hardy native and non-invasive plants that can compete against the dominant invasive grasses that fuel wildfires. Civil Beat.

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A Honolulu neurologist and architect are tackling brain health
An eclectic group of local leaders has founded the Brain Health Applied Research Institute, aiming to draw from many disciplines and traditions to improve people’s cognitive well-being… read more.

OʻAHU

More homeless housing planned for ʻOahu
The city and state have opened — and plan to open — more homeless housing across ʻOahu following the closure of some shelters and reduced bed space during the COVID-19 pandemic. Star-Advertiser.

Across ʻOahu, a growing dilemma: How to care for kupuna living on the streets
A program across ʻOahu helps homeless kupuna who need medical treatment but don’t need the emergency room. It’s a solution advocated are pushing to help more kupuna to receiver proper medical treatment. Hawaiʻi News Now.

Embattled rail CEO says she’s been bullied, harassed by HART board
Embattled rail CEO Lori Kahikina said Tuesday that she no longer wants the job if she continues to be bullied and harassed by the HART board. Hawaiʻi News Now.

West Loch disaster 80 years ago prompted military reforms
Tuesday marked the 80th anniversary of a deadly — and often forgotten — disaster in Hawaiʻi that prompted major reforms in the U.S. military. Star-Advertiser.

Charter school students name Kaiwi’s monk seal pup Pa‘aki
Kaiwi’s newest monk seal pup born this month at Kaimana Beach has been named Pa‘aki, according to Hawaii Marine Animal Response. Star-Advertiser.

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The Best of Small Business in Hawai‘i 2024

Meet 13 local companies that create, repair, innovate, feed, entertain, sustain and thrive. Two are new inductees to the Hawai‘i Small Business Hall of Fame. View the list.

HAWAIʻI ISLAND

Emergency evacuation route planned for Waikoloa Village
Private landowners have pledged to fund and grant the County of Hawai’i the new route or egress down to the highway. KITV4.

Hawaiʻi Island to host 2024 Native Hawaiian Convention
The Council for Native Hawaiian Advancement has opened registration for its 2024 Native Hawaiian Convention, which will be held from Sept. 17 to 19 at Hilton Waikoloa Village on Hawaiʻi Island. Tribune-Herald. KHON2.

John Kaohelaulii, a cultural practitioner on Kauaʻi, has been playing the Hawaiian strategy game kōnane since he was eight years old. | Photo: Christian Kahahawai

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Cultural Practitioners, Advisors Help Educate Visitors About Hawai‘i’s People, Places, History and Culture
Cultural practitioners working in the tourism industry see their roles as integral to ensuring Hawaiian culture is perpetuated accurately and that visitors treat the Islands respectfully. But some practitioners say Hawaiian culture is still undervalued... read more.

MAUI COUNTY

Decision due soon on where to build a new elementary school in Lahaina
The Hawaiʻi Department of Education hopes to choose a permanent campus for King Kamehameha III Elementary by next month. Civil Beat.

Maui County hopes to provide housing for seniors, even a few units at a time
Maui County is buying two condo units in Kaʻanapali to create more affordable housing options for kupuna displaced by the Aug. 8 wildfires that destroyed most of Lahaina and parts of Upcountry. Civil Beat.

KAUAʻI

Meetings strive to give a voice to homelessness
The County of Kaua‘i Housing Agency opened its series of meetings on Tuesday to collect information for its five year homelessness strategic plan. Garden Island.

Polls shows solid support for restoration of Coco Palms Resort
A new poll shows robust support for the restoration as demolition work progresses on the Coco Palms Resort, a once-renowned property that was destroyed by Hurricane Iniki in 1992. Garden Island.

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