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The mother of 33-year-old Braxton Rabago, who is accused of attacking two men in Waikiki over the weekend, said he has been struggling with mental health his entire life.
Law enforcement-towed vehicles will be auctioned Wednesday, March 4, starting at 8 a.m. Towed and abandoned vehicles will be auctioned Thursday starting at 8 a.m.
The purpose of the drill was to provide another way for residents to escape in the event of an emergency.
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The seat opened up when former Rep. Daniel Holt was appointed by Gov. Josh Green to a position with the Department of Land and Natural Resources.
The administration described the lower spending plan as a “fiscally disciplined” approach amid concerns about global instability, potential federal budget cuts and an unpredictable local economy.
Maui County has committed $17 million in startup funding for Kaiāulu O Lānaʻi, the island’s first for-sale affordable housing project in more than 35 years.
Goo attributes her longevity to her love of vegetables.
The crash occurred near the 29-mile marker on Saddle Road Tuesday at about 11:50 a.m.
High school and college students around the state can apply to the immersive program for young leaders.
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Aloha Cheer Academy won multiple prestigious awards at the Gold Rush Super Nationals, held Feb. 28 through March 1 in Frisco, Texas.
The first-ever fully improvised showcase will feature three distinct shows celebrating live comedy, audience participation, and Honolulu-based talent. Local actor Kimee Balmilero (Hawaii Five-O, Magnum P.I., Doogie Kamealoha, M.D.) will produce and emcee the event.
Medical experts are warning Hawaii patients to take a closer look at their medical bills.
HECO has made significant progress in its efforts to replace transformers, underground cables, and other infrastructure as part of a comprehensive, multi-year action plan.
A 60-year-old man visiting Maui was flown from a hiking trail Monday after falling and injuring his leg.
Muralist Kamea Hadar began the massive project at the end of February.
One man was injured, and six were displaced after a single-story house fire broke out in Kula Monday.
U.S. Senator Mazie Hirono, D-Hawaii, did not hold back, criticizing Noem for the way she has handled the administration’s immigration enforcement strategies.
Rumaldo Valdez, 22, was sentenced in federal court Monday after pleading guilty.
Search and rescue crews found the 33-year-old Hawaii resident in steep and hazardous terrain of the caldera, the National Park Service said.
The Keep it Flowing Organization and the Department of Transportation held the unveiling on Monday, March 2.
On today’s episode of Spotlight Now, we catch up with Gov. Josh Green, who’s been fielding a lot of questions about his lieutenant governor.
EMS said the incident took place on California Ave. and Uluwehi St. around 4:40 p.m.
On Tuesday, HFD received a report at 2:02 a.m. and responded to a building at Ala Akau St. in Waianae.
First Alert Forecast: Breezy winds expected to persist through Wednesday
A few dozen protesters waved signs outside of the Hawaii State Capitol on Monday evening to show their opposition to the U.S. military’s actions in the Middle East. Others believe the conflict will lead to positive changes for Iranians.
A man accused of slashing a police officer’s neck multiple times was charged with attempted murder Monday.
Christopher Moon posted $150,000 bail after pleading not guilty to seven counts, including abuse, obstruction of justice, witness intimidation and tampering.
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The 82-year-old woman who died in a pedestrian crash involving an SUV was identified Monday.
A Hilo judge told UFC Hall-of-Famer BJ Penn in court Monday that he could face jail time if he continues to refuse a state-ordered mental health examination.
If approved, it would mark the first time in the department’s 83-year history that a woman has served as deputy chief.
Because the building is fully occupied, current tenants will be reviewed to determine whether they meet the income requirements.
The CEO of SaferWatch, a security monitoring company with active contracts in Hawaii, has been indicted on federal bribery charges in New York.
Twin sisters are celebrating after claiming state wrestling titles at the Blaisdell Center Arena Saturday.
Hidden in the busy heart of an old Maui town is a property known as the Historic Wailuku Inn, a newly renovated historic home that is now a hotel.
Hawaii will be one of the only places in the world in the direct path of an upcoming lunar eclipse.
The encampment sits in an area surrounded by mangroves and kiawe, accessible mostly by boat.
Crews are conducting repairs on the southeast corner of Alexander and Metcalf streets, impacting the flow of traffic on the H-1 Freeway westbound onramp.
Court documents detail how a dispute over an iPad allegedly escalated to a shooting that killed a woman and injured a 16-year-old girl.
The Waiawa Stream was cleared by Monday, about a week after heavy rains and storms caused it to overflow with debris.
The survey period could be extended if any culturally or historically significant findings are unearthed.
The new print was inspired by a Japanese superhero series from the 1970s that aired in Hawaii.
Anyone who notices suspicious people or activity is asked to call 911 or the Department of Public Safety at (808) 956-6911.
The unscripted, conversation-style show offers solutions and hope for the growing population of aging adults and their families across Hawai‘i and America.
The Honolulu Police Department just released security footage from an incident that took place in February.
Honolulu police have opened a robbery in the first degree investigation following a situation near Waikiki.
The Honolulu Police Department is investigating a robbery in the first degree that occurred at the Lāʻie Shopping Center.
First Alert Forecast: Breezy trade winds and scattered showers will persist through Wednesday
This year’s event drew 52 teams fishing across Oahu who caught 2,916 invasive reef fish.
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