“New report reveals impact of Lahaina wildfire on local Filipino community.”
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Despite millions of dollars in aid flowing to Maui, many survivors say they had trouble getting help, faced with language and cultural barriers.
The fire was first reported at 8:30 a.m. at a two-story building owned by Kamuela Management.
A portion of Kamehameha Highway was shut down
EMS said two people were on a motorcycle before crashing into a small truck.
A 26-year-old man was taken to the hospital in critical condition, EMS said.
Trade winds today that go light tomorrow thru Wednesday. HUGE surf with possible 40 foot faces Tuesday; Cold front with possible showers approaches Thursday
The family said they found parts of another grave on top of their aunt’s burial plot.
Mililani’s Dillon Gabriel finished third in Heisman voting with 516 total votes and 24 first-place votes.
We’re told after he left the store without paying, he threatened a security guard with a gun.
Hawaii Island police are searching for a person of interest in a theft that took place at a residence in Pahoa in October.
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Police are searching for a group of suspects caught on surveillance trying to break into a vape shop in Waipahu.
First Alert Weather: HUGE North Swell will bring warning size surf to the North and West shorelines of most Hawaiian Islands starting next week Tuesday. Forcast also calls for great weather for your weekend!
Forecast: Trade winds are on cruise control
All three were last seen at leaving the facility in a stolen gray 2014 Nissan Altima with Hawaii license plate number ZCK261.
West Maui students are getting an incredibly special gift this holiday season.
The class action lawsuit welcomes people with everything from wrongful death to travel loss claims.
Marcia and Egan Inoue reached out to gym members before the holidays began, and the response was overwhelming.
A woman who made inaccurate and offensive comments about Hawaiian being a “dead language” was kicked out of the GOP several years ago.
The incoming Trump administration will implement sweeping policy changes, including tariffs and federal spending cuts.
In a court filing Wednesday, the prosecution insisted the issues do not warrant a mistrial for Dixie Denise Villa.
Desmond Kekahuna crashed into mother and infant, beat man with tire iron
The 2024 Heisman Trophy ceremony is less than 24 hours away, where Mililani grad Dillon Gabriel hopes to make history. However, for some, this historic moment was no surprise.
Children prepared to show military officials dirty water
Prior to November of this year, Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza had not been detected in Hawaii.
“This project represents more than just bricks, mortar and steel, it’s a symbol of a collective commitment to address the needs of our lahui.”
The Hawaii Department of Health (DOH) recorded the first influenza-associated death in a Hawaii resident under the age of 18 during this year’s flu season.
According to reports, the 32-year-old entered the water and was swept into the ocean by strong currents.
One of the suspects dressed up as a UPS delivery driver.
HPD said it may take the whole day to remove the semi-truck.
Moderate to breezy trade winds will continue into the weekend as the high pressure ridge lingers north of the Hawaiian Islands.
The NTSB said the pilots did not anticipate the severity of the plume, despite having “sufficient meteorological information.”
The boys are ages 14 and 17.
Henry Tangitau is also accused of assaulting a woman.
Federal prosecutors say all 10 victims were middle or high school girls that he coached at various schools or on private club teams.
Out of more than two-thousand properties burned in the Maui wildfires, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has removed debris from all but eight commercial lots.
Pearl Harbor survivor Robert Fernandez died in Lodi, California, at the age of 100.
A woman who sparked anger at the Honolulu City Council when she called Hawaiian ‘a dead language’ is doubling down.
About 15% of HPD received training to recognize whether an emergency call involves a mental health crisis.
Project to remove lava and volcanic sediment expect to be complete by Nov. 2025
A Honolulu police officer assigned to the Traffic Division was arrested Thursday afternoon for allegedly breaking into her tenant’s apartment.
He’s helping them share their Christmas wishes through American Sign Language.
Mililani alum Dillon Gabriel was named one of four finalists for the 2024 Heiman Trophy on Monday. Parents Garrett and Dori Gabriel shared their pride over their son’s accomplishments this season.
“We are incredibly relieved and grateful that Hannah has been found safe,” the family said.
Patrick Branco is part of a special program that will allow him to see the inner workings of Washington, D.C. up close.
Looking for something to add to your holiday bucket list?
A husband-and-wife duo opened a healing center focused on helping others heal through indigenous practices.
This comes amid a recent string of burglaries at the homes of other NFL stars.
Two students say they bumped into an unknown woman on their way to school.
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