Trump says Washington to hold talks with Iran after US ‘victory’
June 26, 2025 | 5 MIN READ
President Donald Trump hailed the swift end to war between Iran and Israel and said Washington would likely seek a commitment from Tehran to end its nuclear ambitions at talks with Iranian off…
Comparing US Iran strike to Hiroshima, Trump plays down intelligence report
June 26, 2025 | 3 MIN READ
President Donald Trump compared the impact of American strikes on Iranian nuclear sites to the end of World War II on Wednesday, arguing that the damage was severe even though available intell…
Plan to cut isle gas emissions from vehicles takes shape
June 26, 2025 | 6 MIN READ
The Hawaii Department of Transportation has a draft plan to largely eliminate greenhouse gas emissions from ground, air and ocean transportation vehicles in the state by 2045.
Popoki Target Area the subject of Pahoa meeting
June 26, 2025 | 4 MIN READ
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers will be present at a public information booth from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Sunday, July 20, at the Maku‘u Farmer’s Market on Highway 130 near Pahoa….
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New Hilo zoo fees kick in Aug. 1
June 25, 2025 | 2 MIN READ
Following extensive public input, the Hawaii County Department of Parks and Recreation is adopting rule amendments for the Pana‘ewa Recreational Complex, including the introduction of ad…
Strike set back Iran’s nuclear program by only a few months, US report says
June 25, 2025 | 6 MIN READ
WASHINGTON — A preliminary classified U.S. report says the American bombing of three nuclear sites in Iran set back the country’s nuclear program by only a few months, according to…
Penn asks judge for ‘identity verification’ of his mother
June 25, 2025 | 2 MIN READ
UFC Hall of Famer BJ Penn has said on social media he believes an identical imposter has taken the place of his mother, Lorraine Shin, his brothers and others around him.
Trump says ‘time for peace’ after Iran gives warning before firing on US base
June 24, 2025 | 8 MIN READ
Iran fired missiles at a major United States military base in Qatar on Monday in retaliation for the American attack on three Iranian nuclear sites this past weekend.
Lease extension still in the works for Hilo mall
June 24, 2025 | 4 MIN READ
A 40-year lease extension for almost 39 acres of homestead land the owner-operators of Prince Kuhio Plaza are seeking from the Department of Hawaiian Home Lands could be on the agenda when the…
Budget delay puts Hawaii Tourism Authority’s grants in limbo
June 24, 2025 | 4 MIN READ
Hawaii Tourism Authority’s community program applicants are in limbo because the agency’s budget was not approved in time to meet the award schedule and the delay is bumping up aga…
Hawaii delegation disagrees with Trump’s decision
June 23, 2025 | 3 MIN READ
Hawaii’s Democratic congressional delegation was largely critical of President Donald Trump’s decision to attack three nuclear sites in Iran Saturday, expressing concern it will ig…
Hawai‘i Tourism Authority board in limbo as lawmakers call for briefing
June 23, 2025 | 7 MIN READ
The state legislators in charge of tourism are holding a post-session informational briefing today on the beleaguered Hawai‘i Tourism Authority that could play out more like an exit inte…
Claiming ‘severe’ blow to sites, US warns Iran not to strike back
June 23, 2025 | 8 MIN READ
The United States on Sunday warned Iran not to retaliate after a series of surgical strikes by American B-2 bombers and missiles caused what U.S. officials described as “severe damage&rd…
Close call for police chief: Commission sets meeting to let Moszkowicz answer ‘tough questions’
June 22, 2025 | 7 MIN READ
Hawaii Police Department Chief Benjamin Moszkowicz came within a single vote Friday of losing his job as the Big Island’s top cop at the Hawaii County Police Commission meeting in Hilo….
Some progress made at Pacific Tsunami Museum: After being forced to close, revitalization effort is underway
June 22, 2025 | 4 MIN READ
The Pacific Tsunami Museum has been stepping up its efforts to raise money while it works through a revitalization plan.
With decision to bomb Iran, Trump injects US into Mideast conflict
June 22, 2025 | 7 MIN READ
President Donald Trump announced Saturday that the U.S. military had “totally obliterated” three of Iran’s nuclear sites, including its uranium-enrichment facility deep under…
Trump’s rebuke of Gabbard signals an uneasy moment
June 21, 2025 | 8 MIN READ
WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump was angry.
AG wraps review of Lahaina wildfire
June 21, 2025 | 5 MIN READ
After nearly two years, the state’s investigation into government response to the deadly Aug. 8, 2023, Lahaina wildfire has concluded, with future wildfire planning and coordination effo…
‘Little Lobbyists’ urge senators to oppose Trump’s bill cutting Medicaid
June 21, 2025 | 7 MIN READ
WASHINGTON — Landry Bell, a 1-year-old boy who was born with Down syndrome, wriggled and smiled in his big sister’s lap on the floor outside Republican Sen. Mike Lee’s office…
Poll: Dems want new leaders, focus on pocketbook issues
June 20, 2025 | 5 MIN READ
WASHINGTON — Democrats want new leaders for their party, which many feel isn’t focusing enough on economic issues and is over-emphasizing issues like transgender rights and electri…
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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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