Child Poverty in Hawaiʻi Rises and May Get Worse, Report Says

A new report from the Annie E. Casey Foundation shows a concerning rise in child poverty in Hawaiʻi, and forecasts it potentially could double without the support of public policies and programs.

Star-Advertiser. Hawaii News Now.

Hundreds Rally to Defend Kamehameha Schools’ Admissions Policy

Under a mix of hot sun and passing rain, hundreds of students, alumni, lawmakers and community members gathered Tuesday morning on the grounds of ʻIolani Palace — a site steeped in Hawaiian history — to show solidarity with Kamehameha Schools and its long-standing admissions policy favoring Native Hawaiian students.

Star-Advertiser. Hawaii News Now. KHON2.

Native Snails Thought to Be Extinct Crawl Back Into Sight

Big news for native snails, or kāhuli, this fall: Bishop Museum announced last month that crews out in the field discovered two species of snails on Kauaʻi that were thought to be extinct. Those snails, which have not been seen in about a hundred years, are reproducing at the snail rearing facility on Oʻahu.

Hawaiʻi Public Radio. Kauaʻi Now.

O‘ahu Headlines

City Council Considers Honolulu’s Transit Fare Policy

A Honolulu City Council resolution urges the city administration to quash a decades-old cost recovery policy for the city’s mass transit system to stave off service cuts and potential fare increases for low-income riders on O‘ahu.

Star-Advertiser. Hawaii News Now.

Businesses Affected by Skyline Construction Can Apply for $10K Grant

The City and County of Honolulu is accepting grant applications for businesses affected by Skyline construction, the city announced on Oct. 21.

KHON2.

Kapahulu Man Surrenders, Ending 15-Hour Barricade After Deputy Sheriff Shot

A state Sheriff’s deputy was shot in the hand during the execution of a federal search warrant Tuesday morning, starting a barricade situation on Herbert Street in Kapahulu.

Star-Advertiser. Civil Beat. Hawaii News Now.

Man Indicted for Allegations of Stealing Over $450K in COVID-19 Relief Funds in Hawai‘i

According to court documents, Justin Likout used several companies he created in 2018 to make legitimate-looking business accounts in order to get funds. Those companies include No Ka Oi Tours Oahu, No Ka Oi Oahu and Hale Me Ke Malama LLC.

KITV4.

Water Main Break Floods Homes, Prompts Road Closures in Mānoa

The water actually came from a 20-inch main break that the Board of Water Supply said happened at around 4:20 p.m. on Dole Street, about a mile away from the drenched homes.

Hawaii News Now.

Hawai‘i Island Headlines

Environmental Groups to Challenge Proposed West Hawai‘i Fishing Rules

A long-running battle between conservation groups and commercial fishers is flaring up once again. The Hawai‘i Department of Land and Natural Resources is preparing to adopt new administrative rules governing aquarium fishing off the western shores of Hawai‘i Island. These new rules would permit commercial aquarium fishing of eight specific species by up to seven permittees.

Aloha State Daily.

Hawaiʻi Police Expand Crisis Intervention Team

The Crisis Intervention Team (CIT) recently gained 18 new members following an intensive 40-hour CIT course in Hilo.

Big Island Video News.

Beach Clean Up Encourages Stewardship of Kona Shoreline

The Kailua Village Business Improvement District hosted the cleanup to protect the shoreline environment and ecosystem, and to encourage community members to contribute to the health and beauty of the coastline whenever possible.

Big Island Now.

Maui Headlines

Maui Council Panel Advances Park Agreement for Waikapū Country Town

The Maui County Council’s Water Authority, Social Services and Parks Committee recommended adoption of a resolution Monday that would authorize the county to execute a park assessment agreement with Waiʻale 905 Partners LLC, the developer of the Waikapū Country Town project.

Maui Now.

Packed Maui Animal Shelter Makes Desperate Plea for Help

Severe overcrowding at the Maui Humane Society may force the organization to start euthanizing dogs with medical or behavior challenges to make room for new animals. The situation has grown increasingly dire since the Maui fires. And just over a quarter of Maui rentals allow pets.

Civil Beat.

Maui Man Faces Federal Charges of Scamming Crypto Investors

Alton Joseph Franco of Makawao is charged with wire fraud and money laundering in a Sept. 25 federal criminal complaint.

Star-Advertiser.

Kaua‘i Headlines

Ex-Kauaʻi Cop Accused in Airport Death Lacked Security Guard License

More than 1,100 private security guards work in Hawaiʻi airports. One of the Līhuʻe airport guards accused in the death of a 53-year-old man they had restrained didn’t have a state security guard license at the time of the incident. He had been fired from the Kauaʻi Police Department for misconduct.

Civil Beat.