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Officials said blubber, bones, and other remnants are washing ashore between Nanakuli Beach Park and Barbers Point, which has attracted large predators such as tiger sharks.
Doctors are seeing infections from contaminated water and mud, while scientists look at the long-term effect on oceans and coral.
Investigators said the fire originated in the carport and was caused by lithium-ion batteries from an electric bike, which were next to a 2018 Tesla Model X. The e-bike was not charging and had not been modified.
The drop-off takes place on Sunday, from 7 to 9 a.m. at the Wai Kai main parking lot in Ewa Beach.
Ceremonies honoring the land remain at the heart of the Protect Kaho‘olawe ‘Ohana’s identity.
Police recovered 16 gambling machines along with $3,000 in cash. Officers also seized possible illicit drugs and drug-related paraphernalia.
After a woman was swept away and never found during the Kona low, concerns are growing about the safety of homeless individuals during disasters.
Larry Price, a one-of-a-kind homegrown talent who helped shape University of Hawaii football and local sports media for decades, has died.
Northeasterly winds will focus most of the clouds and showers over windward neighborhoods throughout the weekend.
The Board of Land and Natural Resources approved moving forward with the state’s acquisition of the Wahiawa Reservoir, also known as Lake Wilson, but the deal is not final.
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Nearly 17,000 people from Hawaii served in Asia during the Vietnam War. They were honored at a ceremony Friday at the National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific.
The ‘Bows will host a donation drive to help relief efforts for those effected by this month’s catastrophic floods.
A criminalist from the Honolulu Police Department testified about DNA testing on a bloody lava rock found at the crime scene last March.
Kauai officials identified two of the three people killed in Thursday’s tour helicopter crash off Kalalau Beach while Airborne Aviation said it has suspended operations indefinitely.
Police said they have not located anyone who directly heard the alleged threat, and the report has not been substantiated.
Former Rainbow Warriors Zach Buscher, Aaron Valdes and Brocke Stepteau know what it’s like to compete on college basketball’s biggest stage.
Officials said the Airborne Aviation helicopter carried one pilot and four passengers.
Various organizations are now accepting donations to help those affected by the severe weather.
A man was found in the Makiki stream behind an apartment complex with multiple stab wounds.
First Alert Forecast: Scattered showers with breezy winds expected to persist through the weekend.
Businesses are trying to make repairs, while in Haleiwa, stores and restaurants are seeing a big drop in business.
Mercy Chefs said a team will prepare and distribute free, hot, chef-prepared food at 1001 California Avenue in Wahiawa on Friday from 10 a.m. to noon and from 2:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
The City Department of Environmental Services (ENV) team said they received an estimated 5,200 tons of material since Monday.
The distribution will be held at Liliuokalani Church at 10:30 a.m. Organizers said the queue will be along Emerson Road.
Of the 303 firearms turned in, officials said 17 were assault rifles, nine were ghost guns, and two were stolen guns.
The longtime mom-and-pop shop remains a go-to for generations of customers craving its signature sweetness and unique toppings.
Crews from the Board of Water Supply are working to repair a 12-inch water main break that ruptured just after 11:30 a.m. Thursday on Woodlawn Drive.
The journey to Kaho‘olawe isn’t possible without the Lu’uwai family, captains of the main transport vessels to the island.
This week, just as Sue Brimeyer, 79, and her grandson, Kapono, were preparing to move back in, floodwaters from the Kona low storm swept through the house.
The North Shore native and his wife announced a $500,000 initiative to support Hawaii flood recovery efforts.
On March 13, heavy rain from Kula flooded Kihei, causing widespread damage and filling Waiohuli Kai Preserve with feet of mud.
Community groups distribute food and water while residents in Ma‘ili continue rebuilding after severe flooding caused widespread damage.
From 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., flood victims can find help with anything from pet food to replacing driver’s licenses.
High pressure to the north of the islands will continue to drive a dry and breezy trade wind pattern across the state of Hawaii.
At the helm is freshman quarterback Breidi-Ann Higa, who has already thrown for more than 700 yards in her first year of high school ball.
A disabled Army veteran and four others were rescued by a Navy helicopter crew after Friday’s overnight storm flooded his Haleiwa home and left them stranded.
he second ranked University of Hawaii men’s volleyball team is set for a top-10 match up this weekend.
Tristan De Witt Kiyan allegedly stole keys from a postal worker that can open PO boxes and blue drop boxes.
Flood-damaged homes may not be safe to occupy until they are fully cleaned, disinfected and dried.
Police said Joshua Amaral of South Kona is described as 5 feet 8 inches tall, 160 pounds, with brown hair and brown eyes. He’s considered to be armed and dangerous.
This week on Billy V Live, we sit down with musician David Kaio as he talks about the meaning behind his latest recordings, and shares his deep connection to Hawaiian music.
An anonymous donor provided $25,000 to the Friends of the Library of Hawaii for these improvements.
Firefighters put out a high-rise building fire at the Waikiki Park Heights condominium on Kuhio Avenue.
First Alert Forecast: Comfortable, stable conditions ahead, slightly stronger winds due over the weekend
Meloday Boak and her family are among the nearly 60 people who found refuge at Inspire Church in Mililani and Kapolei.
One lane of the upstream side of the bridge will be temporarily reopened at 8:30 a.m. Thursday, while emergency design and repairs are underway, the city said.
The Army said there is no evidence linking the risk-reduction efforts to the current flooding or sediment movement.
Jong Man Kim, 79, of Kurtistown, made his initial appearance in Hilo Circuit Court on Wednesday and was charged with murder in the second degree.
Tourism officials have asked visitors to stay away from the hard-hit areas in Waialua, but some aren’t getting the message.
BWS said all North Shore customers from Turtle Bay to 68-431 Farrington Highway may consume the water without boiling it first.
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