Inside Trump’s extraordinary turnaround on immigration raids
June 16, 2025 | 8 MIN READ
WASHINGTON — On Wednesday morning, President Donald Trump took a call from Brooke Rollins, his secretary of agriculture, who relayed a growing sense of alarm from the heartland.
Many lawmakers share their home addresses. Political violence is changing that.
June 16, 2025 | 5 MIN READ
When an assassin visited the homes of two Minnesota lawmakers Saturday, it exposed the long-standing tension between a public official’s accessibility and their security.
Consumers are financing their groceries. What does it say about the economy?
June 16, 2025 | 7 MIN READ
For some American consumers, “buy now, pay later” loans aren’t just for big-ticket items like televisions and vacations. They’re for groceries, too.
Israel and Iran Trade attacks as conflict enters fourth day
June 16, 2025 | 3 MIN READ
Israel and Iran traded new attacks early today, as the most intense fighting between the two countries in decades entered its fourth day, with international pleas for de-escalation falling on…
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Thousands mobilize for ‘No Kings’ demonstrations across all 50 states
June 15, 2025 | 4 MIN READ
Protesters filled plazas, streets and parks across the country Saturday, mounting a mass mobilization against a president that many demonstrators decried as authoritarian. The protests unfolde…
As Trump celebrates US Army’s founding, his critics take to the streets
June 15, 2025 | 7 MIN READ
President Donald Trump presided over a show of American military might in the nation’s capital Saturday evening, a celebration of the 250th anniversary of the U.S. Army that became a tes…
Iran retaliates and Israel vows more strikes after devastating attack
June 14, 2025 | 7 MIN READ
Iran was reeling and firing missiles and drones Friday after Israel carried out its largest attack ever against Iran, waves of coordinated airstrikes that hit nuclear sites and killed much of…
Trump has cut science funding to its lowest level in decades
June 14, 2025 | 10 MIN READ
The National Science Foundation, which funds much of the fundamental scientific research at American universities, is awarding new grants at the slowest pace in at least 35 years.
Hawaii Island Urgent Care centers fined $2.19 million
June 13, 2025 | 5 MIN READ
The attorney representing the owner of the Hilo and Keaau Urgent Care centers on Thursday afternoon said his client is in the process of appealing a cease-and-desist order and fines of $2.19 m…
3 deceased Big Island veterans to be honored
June 13, 2025 | 6 MIN READ
Three deceased U.S. military veterans from the Big Island who served in the Vietnam War will be honored Saturday in a national ceremony in Washington, D.C..
Army celebrates with parade as it faces an uncertain future
June 14, 2025 | 8 MIN READ
WASHINGTON — The last time tanks paraded through the streets of Washington, the U.S. Army was at the peak of its confidence and power.
Air India Dreamliner crashes into Ahmedabad college hostel, kills over 240
June 13, 2025 | 5 MIN READ
AHMEDABAD, India — More than 240 people were killed when an Air India plane bound for London crashed moments after taking off from the city of Ahmedabad on Thursday, authorities said, in…
Judge temporarily bars Trump from deploying National Guard troops in Los Angeles
June 13, 2025 | 3 MIN READ
LOS ANGELES — A U.S. judge on Thursday temporarily barred President Donald Trump from deploying National Guard troops in Los Angeles amid protests over stepped-up immigration enforcement…
27th Annual UCC Coffee Kona Marathon slated for June 21
June 13, 2025 | 4 MIN READ
KAILUA-KONA — After a five-year hiatus, the beloved Kona Marathon is finally making its long-awaited comeback into the heart of Kona, bringing with it not only its signature 26.2-mile ch…
Trump could send troops to more cities as protests expand
June 12, 2025 | 6 MIN READ
LOS ANGELES — Trump administration officials said Wednesday that they were prepared to deploy more troops and National Guard units to counter the growing number of demonstrations against…
Former UCLA AD speaks glowingly of UH hire Elliott
June 12, 2025 | 5 MIN READ
Before Matt Elliott was a dynamic innovator and problem solver at UCLA, and before he was the nominee for University of Hawaii athletic director, there was the chance encounter on a New York s…
Stephen Tsai: Recent settlement means more for power 4, less for Hawaii
June 12, 2025 | 5 MIN READ
It all started with a good idea.
New China trade ‘deal’ takes US back to where it started
June 12, 2025 | 6 MIN READ
WASHINGTON — After two days of tense negotiations, the United States and China appear to have walked back from the brink of a devastating economic conflict — maybe.
Dry season kicks off with an islandwide drought
June 12, 2025 | 2 MIN READ
While portions of East Hawaii are getting rainfall, particularly during nighttime hours, the entire Big Island remains in drought.
Report ranks Hawaii 24th for well-being of keiki
June 11, 2025 | 3 MIN READ
Hawaii’s children are increasingly affected by housing instability and parental job insecurity, ranking the state among the worst in the nation for economic well-being, according to the…
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I am the retired news director of Pacific Radio Group stations on the Island of Hawaii. I am a retired Lt. Col., USAF Reserve. I am a FCC-licensed Amateur Radio Operator, holding the Amateur Extra Class License. I am a substitute teacher for the state of Hawaii Department of Education.
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