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A standoff at the strait: Iran takes back control
April 19, 2026 | 6 MIN READ
JERUSALEM — Iran’s Revolutionary Guard said Saturday that the Strait of Hormuz was closed until the United States ended its own naval blockade, just a day after both countries announced that the vital waterway had reopened.
Recovery efforts underway after downtown Hilo fire
April 19, 2026 | 4 MIN READ
Nearly five months after a fire ravaged multiple buildings in downtown Hilo, the cause is still unknown, but the investigation into the incident has been closed by the Hawaii Fire Department.
Iran says Strait of Hormuz open as Trump sees deal ‘soon’ to end war
April 18, 2026 | 5 MIN READ
DUBAI/WASHINGTON — Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi said on Friday the Strait of Hormuz was open following a ceasefire agreement in Lebanon, while President Donald Trump said talks could take place this weekend and he believed a deal to end the Iran war would come “soon.&rd…
Large section of Aloha Stadium demolished as project proceeds
April 18, 2026 | 1 MIN READ
The demolition of Aloha Stadium on Oahu took a big step forward Thursday with the first section of seating pulled down from the steel structure.
Trump, IRS in talks to settle US president’s $10 billion lawsuit
April 18, 2026 | 2 MIN READ
Lawyers for Donald Trump and the Internal Revenue Service are in talks to settle the U.S. president’s $10 billion lawsuit against the tax collection agency for leaking his tax returns to the media in 2019 and 2020.
How 50 days of the Iran war led to the loss of $50 billion worth of oil
April 18, 2026 | 2 MIN READ
LONDON — The world has lost over $50 billion worth of crude oil that has not been produced since the Iran war began nearly 50 days ago and the aftershock of the crisis will be felt for months and even years to come, according to analysts and Reuters calculations.
Israel and Lebanon begin ceasefire; Trump says Iran war should end ‘pretty soon’
April 17, 2026 | 4 MIN READ
WASHINGTON — A 10-day ceasefire between Lebanon and Israel went into effect on Thursday and President Donald Trump said the next meeting between the United States and Iran may take place over the weekend, adding to optimism that the Iran war could be nearing an end.
County budget of nearly $1B is under review
April 17, 2026 | 5 MIN READ
A Hawaii County Council committee reviewed Mayor Kimo Alameda’s proposed operating budget this week, which includes significant funding increases for public safety, waste processing and debt servicing for the next year.
Pest inspection policies at ports questioned at briefing
April 17, 2026 | 6 MIN READ
Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity officials admitted during a legislative briefing on Wednesday that an internal policy allowing inspectors to use discretion when evaluating goods at ports of entry for pests was contrary to state law for three decades.
Hawaii income tax cuts hang in balance as legislative session nears end
April 16, 2026 | 6 MIN READ
The fate of scheduled Hawaii income tax breaks through 2031 is headed for a showdown at the state Legislature.
Hearing set for two East Hawaii men accused of smuggling fireworks
April 16, 2026 | 2 MIN READ
Two East Hawaii men accused by federal authorities of illegally importing fireworks into Hawaii from the mainland U.S. and distributing them are due in court Monday in Honolulu.
Making history: Sherry Bird is Hawaii Police Department’s first female deputy chief
April 16, 2026 | 5 MIN READ
“We’re all community policing officers, whether we’re assigned to Community Policing or not.”
US optimistic of deal with Iran as it increases economic pressure
April 16, 2026 | 5 MIN READ
WASHINGTON/DUBAI — The Trump administration expressed optimism on Wednesday about reaching a deal to end the war with Iran, while also warning of increasing economic pressure against Tehran if it remains defiant.
Contract awarded for new bridge, roundabout in Waimea
April 15, 2026 | 2 MIN READ
The state Department of Transportation announced Tuesday that Maui contractor Alpha Inc. has been selected to replace the 94-year-old Waiaka Stream Bridge at the intersection of Kawaihae Road and Kohala Mountain Road in Waimea.
US, Iran may resume talks this week despite port blockade
April 15, 2026 | 4 MIN READ
ISLAMABAD/WASHINGTON/DUBAI — Talks to end the Iran war could resume in Pakistan over the next two days, President Donald Trump said on Tuesday, after the collapse of weekend negotiations prompted Washington to impose a blockade on Iranian ports.
Hawaii retailers, caught in a pinch over pennies, seek bill rounding
April 14, 2026 | 7 MIN READ
Five months after the federal government stopped minting new pennies, Hawaii lawmakers are working to accelerate phasing out use of the coins throughout the state.
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