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How the Federal Government Shutdown Impacts Hawaiʻi
With 24,000 federal civilian workers in Hawaiʻi, it is unclear how many and exactly what services could be impacted.
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Mail-in vs In-Person: State Elections Commission Divided
The state elections commission is divided over mail-in versus in-person voting, with allegations of mishandled and miscounted ballots unresolved, and some calling for the voting director to lose his job.
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3D-Printed Shelters by Hawaiʻi Scientists Protect Baby Corals
University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa scientists have just released results from more than a year long study on the key to restoring Hawaiʻi’s coral populations.
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Hawaii Business Magazine
Money Expert Nicole Lapin to Keynote Wāhine Forum 2025
The New York Times bestselling author and founder of Money News Network will share her signature approach to making finance accessible, actionable, and empowering for women leaders.
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O‘ahu Headlines
Honolulu Councilmembers Urge More Department Coordination During Emergencies
Honolulu councilmembers pushed the city Department of Emergency Management for more coordination and public awareness for evacuation plans following the July tsunami warning.
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Police Arrest Suspect in Waikīkī Bank Robbery
18 people treated at scene after man released pepper spray. Officials said the 66-year-old suspect turned himself in at the Kapolei Federal Building on Tuesday and he was arrested for robbery.
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Police Praise Surveillance Camera Pilot Project for Deterring Break-Ins
The six-month, $65,000 project involves trailers placed in areas of high criminal activity.
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Hawaii Business Magazine
20 for the Next 20: Nominate Local Emerging Leaders
Each year, Hawaii Business Magazine honors 20 individuals whose accomplishments, leadership and potential set them apart as rising stars in our community. We call them “20 for the Next 20: Hawai‘i’s People to Watch.” now we’re looking for the class of 2026, and we’d love your help.
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Family Court Must Release Records In Isabella Kalua Child Abuse Death
The Hawaiʻi Supreme Court on Tuesday broke with more than two decades of precedent to order the release of 975 pages showing how the 6-year-old was placed with parents now accused of killing her.
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‘You Take What You Can Get’: Hawaiʻi Brushed Off Signs Of Abuse At Foster Home
Some boys tried to warn about what was happening, but their reports were discounted or ignored.
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They Signed Up For Co-Living In Honolulu And Got A ‘Hell Hole’
Dozens of people have been living in a downtown office building without kitchens, air conditioning and proper ventilation. The landlord says he is working to address safety concerns and plans to convert the building to student housing.
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Hawai‘i Island Headlines
Invasive Species Control Efforts Literally Are Paying Off
Three biological control programs aimed at tackling invasive species in Hawaiʻi are showing positive economic returns, with two delivering especially strong results, according to a recent economic analysis conducted by the University of Hawaiʻi Economic Research Organization.
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Hawaiʻi Police Department Holds Memorial Service to Honor K9 Archer
The Hawaiʻi Police Department held a private memorial service on Tuesday to honor the life and service of K9 Archer, who died after being left unattended in a police vehicle.
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Hawaii Business Magazine
Hawai‘i’s Got Pride, and Plenty of Fight Too
Six essays from U.S. Sen. Mazie Hirono, Randy Soriano, Peter Tui Silva, Walter Kinoshita, Dean Hamer and Joe Wilson, and Camaron Miyamoto on countering attacks on LGBTQ+ rights.
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Maui Headlines
Maui Plans To Redraw Its Coastal Development Lines
The county has started the long process of reevaluating the Special Management Area maps that govern which parts of the island are subject to enhanced protections for environmental, cultural and historic resources.
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Maui United Way Joins Community Partners to Build Firebreak Around Lahainaluna HS
Maui United Way brought together local alumni, community leaders and partners including Hawaiian Electric, Maui Land & Pineapple Company, Lahaina Excavation, and Maui Emergency Management Agency to launch the Lahainaluna Firebreak Initiative.
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Maui Council Approves MPD Participation in Joint Terrorism Task Force With the FBI
Maui County Council members have given initial approval to Bill 92, which authorizes the mayor to enter into an agreement with the Federal Bureau of Investigation for Maui County to participate in a Joint Terrorism Task Force, Honolulu Division.
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Kaua‘i Headlines
Kapaʻa Swimming Pool Reopens This Week Following 2-Week Closure
Kapa‘a Swimming Pool reopens Oct. 1 for its regular schedule after Kaua‘i County Department of Parks and Recreation completed repairs of mechanical issues that caused the pool to close 2 weeks ago.
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Aloha ‘Ike Resurrected
The Kauaʻi Economic Development Board agreed to “resurrect” the Aloha ‘Ike program, and a fundraising gala at Royal Sonesta Kauai Resort Friday served to formalize the decision.
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