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Schools damaged from Kona low storms ready to welcome students back
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- Schools damaged from Kona low storms ready to welcome students back
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- 0:53
- Date posted
- 5 days ago
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- Konawaena High School on Hawaii Island and Hokulani Elementary on Oahu are set to reopen Aug. 3 after months of repairs to classrooms and facilities.
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- Man in critical condition after apparent stabbing in Wahiawa
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- 0:24
- Date posted
- 5 days ago
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- Paramedics said a man believed to be in his 50s or 60s suffered critical injuries from an apparent stab wound.
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- Hawaii Voting Centers Open for Primary Election
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- 0:55
- Date posted
- 5 days ago
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- Hawaii residents will have access to in-person election services, including voter registration and accessible voting, through Saturday, Aug. 8.
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- Man arrested in Wahiawa attempted murder investigation
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- 0:38
- Date posted
- 5 days ago
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- District 2 Crime Reduction Unit officers identified and arrested a 24-year-old man on suspicion of second-degree attempted murder.
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- Hokulea original crew reunites for 50th anniversary of maiden voyage to Tahiti
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- 2:28
- Date posted
- 5 days ago
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- Hōkūleʻa’s original crew gathered over the weekend to mark 50 years since the voyaging canoe returned to Hawaiʻi from its maiden voyage to Tahiti.
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- Stories of Hawaii: Obon season is here
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- 2:33
- Date posted
- 5 days ago
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- Obon season is here in Hawaii, bringing bon dances that gather communities to honor ancestors and early Japanese immigrants.
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- FEMA approves federal funding for South Kohala fire costs
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- 0:27
- Date posted
- 5 days ago
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- FEMA says it will provide funding to the state for up to 75% of eligible firefighting costs.
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- Hawaii Career Expo returns to Blaisdell Center
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- 3:33
- Date posted
- 5 days ago
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- The Hawaii Career Expo returns Wednesday, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., at the Neal Blaisdell Center Exhibition Hall.
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- Kokua Council hosts virtual candidate forums ahead of primary election
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- 0:28
- Date posted
- 5 days ago
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- The nonprofit says the forums are an opportunity to learn more about candidates and what each hopes to do to improve the lives of kupuna and residents.
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- Judge rules City Council Chair Tommy Waters ineligible to run for third term
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- 2:04
- Date posted
- 5 days ago
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- Circuit court Judge James Ashford ruled that Waters is ineligible to run again, saying another term would violate the charter.
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- DHHL sued over evictions of non-Native Hawaiians in East Kauai project
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- 2:16
- Date posted
- 5 days ago
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- The lawsuit was filed by the same firm suing DHHL over blood quantum requirements.
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- Hawaii vendor interrupted by gunfire at Seattle food festival
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- 1:07
- Date posted
- 5 days ago
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- Christopher Monterroso, of Hawaiian Honey Cones, was talking on Instagram live when at least four gunshots rang out in the background.
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- Massive estate once owned by Priscilla and Lisa Marie Presley for sale
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- 9:46
- Date posted
- 5 days ago
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- Paul Stukin, the founder and CEO of Deep Blue Hi, sat down for an interview about the features that make this property special.
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- Massive estate once owned by Priscilla and Lisa Marie Presley for sale - clipped version
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- 1:03
- Date posted
- 5 days ago
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- A sprawling 8,000-square-foot Honokaa home previously owned by Priscilla and Lisa Marie Presley has hit the luxury real estate market.
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- Teen assaulted at Maui canoe regatta, police investigating
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- 2:35
- Date posted
- 5 days ago
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- Maui police are investigating a brawl that broke out at the final local canoe regatta of the season at Hoaloha Park in Kahului on July 18.
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- Luke used sheriff deputies to surrender after grand jury indictment
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- 2:50
- Date posted
- 5 days ago
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- HNN Investigates caught a black Chevy Traverse entering the Department of Law Enforcement cell block lot with two sheriff’s deputies inside.
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- Plea hearing set for officials charged in bribery scandal
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- 0:38
- Date posted
- 5 days ago
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- Current and former government officials charged in a bribery scandal, including Lt. Gov. Sylvia Luke, are set to appear in court Thursday to enter pleas.
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- UHERO study reveals progress, persistent challenges for Maui wildfire survivors
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- 1:01
- Date posted
- 5 days ago
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- The report concludes that while recovery is underway, it remains uneven—highlighting the need for continued support for wildfire survivors.
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- California man survives month at sea drifting to Hawaii
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- 1:51
- Date posted
- 5 days ago
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- A California man says he survived more than a month adrift in the Pacific after his mast snapped on a solo trip to Hawaii. Kai Sato was rescued last week by a Pasha Hawaii ship after running out of water and improvising repairs to get back into a shipping lane.
https://www.hawaiinewsnow.com/2026/07/25/solo-sail-gone-wrong-california-man-survives-month-sea-drifting-hawaii/
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- Kauai Sea Scouts on two-week voyage around Hawaii
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- 0:52
- Date posted
- 5 days ago
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- A group of Kauai teens is spending the summer learning what it takes to live and work on the ocean through a voyage around the islands. 🛥️
The Kauai Sea Scout program was recently gifted a larger boat that carries more crew — and students are delighted.
https://www.hawaiinewsnow.com/2026/07/27/kauai-teens-explore-state-sea-sea-scout-program/
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- Man arrested in Mililani attempted murder investigation
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- 0:25
- Date posted
- 5 days ago
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- An investigation is underway after a 47-year-old man was allegedly stabbed while sleeping at a Mililani home. Police arrested a 40-year-old family member, who remains in custody on suspicion of second-degree attempted murder.
https://www.hawaiinewsnow.com/2026/07/26/man-arrested-mililani-attempted-murder-investigation/
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- BWS responds to 12-inch main break in Waikiki
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- 0:09
- Date posted
- 5 days ago
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- The Board of Water Supply said crews are responding to a report of a possible 12-inch main break on Monday morning. The HNL Alert sent out around 6:30 a.m. said the break is located on Lewers St and affected areas include Ala Wai Blvd, Kalakaua Ave and Helumoa Rd. Head to HawaiiNewsNow.com for the full story.
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- Smart Money Monday: Financial Safekeeping for Kupuna
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- 2:57
- Date posted
- 5 days ago
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- For our kupuna, financial independence means being able to manage their own money and live life on their own terms.
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- Howard's Business Report: Oil traffic slows again
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- 1:19
- Date posted
- 5 days ago
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- It was relatively quiet over the Persian Gulf this weekend. But even so not a lot of tankers sailed. Howard has our business news.
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- Sunrise Sports: Round of 16 at the US Open of Surfing
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- 3:26
- Date posted
- 5 days ago
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- Hawaii advances in US open of surfing, Bows meet fans at Dave & Busters and 2026 Hall of Fame class enshrined.
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- Teens practice navigation skills in Sea Scout program
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- 1:03
- Date posted
- 5 days ago
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- Sea Scout program takes teens on voyage across Hawaii.
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- Volunteers clean, paint IHS shelters to mark anniversary
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- 0:54
- Date posted
- 5 days ago
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- From 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., volunteers and IHS staff spruced up the Men’s Shelter and Kaahi Women and Family Shelter.
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- Entertainment: Springsteen honored for civil liberties work
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- 1:33
- Date posted
- 5 days ago
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- Bruce Springsteen is using his voice and his guitar to take a stand for civil rights.
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- Drew Davis's HNN Sunrise surf and weather report for July 27, 2026
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- 1:40
- Date posted
- 5 days ago
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- Hurricane Fausto has been the main weather story for about a week now, and we continue to monitor its close passage to the north of the state.
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- What's Trending: Halloween Pet Costumes
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- 1:46
- Date posted
- 5 days ago
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- It's never too early to be planning for Halloween, Petco is unveiling its 20-26 Halloween lineup.
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- Student-run fashion show takes over South Shore Market
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- 0:21
- Date posted
- 5 days ago
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- Local brands, emerging designers showcased in weekend fashion show.
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- BWS responds to 12-inch main break on Lewers St, Ala Moana Blvd
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- 0:35
- Date posted
- 5 days ago
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- Drivers are advised to expect delays as the road is currently closed.
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- Man arrested in Mililani attempted murder investigation
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- 0:20
- Date posted
- 6 days ago
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- Officers responded to the residence around 12:45 a.m. Sunday, and learned a 47-year-old man was allegedly stabbed while sleeping.
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- Utility work near Straub Benioff Medical Center starts Monday
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- 0:20
- Date posted
- 6 days ago
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- Construction near Straub Benioff Medical Center will close a portion of the far left lane of South King Street starting Monday.
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- Former Oahu resident recounts deadly Seattle shooting
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- 0:58
- Date posted
- 6 days ago
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- A former Oahu resident was at a crowded food festival Sunday at the Seattle Center that turned deadly when shots were fired into the crowd.
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- Firefighters contain South Kohala fire, 680 acres burned
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- 2:27
- Date posted
- 6 days ago
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- Shortly before 5:40 p.m., the Hawaii County Civil Defense Agency said the fire is under control and reopened Kawaihae Road.
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- Crews repair damaged hydrant on Young Street
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- 0:18
- Date posted
- 6 days ago
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- The Board of Water Supply said about 11 service connections could be affected while repairs are underway.
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- Fausto may bring locally heavy showers as it passes to the north
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- 4:24
- Date posted
- 6 days ago
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- Fausto may bring locally heavy showers as it passes to the north of the Hawaiian islands.
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- Honolulu police investigate Kona Street shooting
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- 0:22
- Date posted
- 6 days ago
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- Police said a fight broke out at the location, and a 45-year-old man was shot after intervening.
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- Hurricane Fausto forecast track
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- 1:27
- Date posted
- 6 days ago
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- Fausto expected to pass north of Hawaii as a tropical storm
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- New study explores reviving rice production in Hawaii
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- 0:29
- Date posted
- 6 days ago
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- New research suggests Hawaii could once again produce its own rice—potentially strengthening the state’s food security.
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- La Hoihoi Ea celebrated in Honolulu ahead of holiday
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- 0:58
- Date posted
- 6 days ago
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- On Sunday, a weekend celebration was held at Thomas Square in Honolulu, home of the King Kamehameha III statue.
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- Fausto is still a hurricane but will likely be downgraded to a tropical storm soon; what can Hawaii
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- 3:22
- Date posted
- 6 days ago
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- July 26, 2026 HURRICANE FAUSTO UPDATE: #HurricaneFausto is still on track to pass north of the Hawaiian Islands Tuesday into Wednesday, and the latest forecast continues to weaken the system into a tropical storm as it approaches. That's good news, but it's still a system we'll be watching closely because even small changes in its track or strength could affect our weather.
Right now, the highest confidence impact is the surf. East shore surf is building today and is expected to become very large Monday through Wednesday, with the potential to reach High Surf Warning levels. If you have beach plans on east-facing shores, expect dangerous waves, strong currents, and rough ocean conditions.
As for the weather, expect moderate to breezy trade winds through Monday with the usual passing windward and mauka showers, especially overnight and during the early morning hours. There is still a chance for some gusty winds and locally heavy showers Tuesday into Wednesday, ...
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- Evacuation orders lifted for Kawaihae Village, crews continue wildfire response
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- 5:08
- Date posted
- 6 days ago
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- Queen Kaahumanu Highway has been reopened. Kawaihae Road will remain closed to through traffic to facilitate firefighting operations.
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- Volunteers clean, paint IHS shelters to mark anniversary
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- 0:55
- Date posted
- 6 days ago
- Description
- From 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., volunteers and IHS staff spruced up the Men’s Shelter and Kaahi Women and Family Shelter.
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- Hawaii delegation making mark at National Conference of State Legislators in Chicago
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- 4:06
- Date posted
- 6 days ago
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- Hawaii lawmakers made up almost a third of the attendees at the National Asian Pacific American Caucus of State Legislators conference.
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- RIMPAC moves ashore with land-assault training at Bellows
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- 1:33
- Date posted
- 7 days ago
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- The Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) maritime exercise moved from the ocean to land Saturday.
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- Topa Financial Center remains without power after chiller leak
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- 2:20
- Date posted
- 7 days ago
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- Nearly 100 tenants remain displaced as crews work to replace damaged electrical equipment and restore limited access to the downtown Honolulu office tower.
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- 2026 Honua Finals wraps up on Oahu’s South Shore
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- 1:17
- Date posted
- 7 days ago
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- Some of the world’s top high school surfers took on the big waves off Oahu’s South Shore this weekend.
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- Evacuations ordered for Kawaihae Village due to wildfire
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- 1:32
- Date posted
- 7 days ago
- Description
- A shelter is open at the Waimea Community Center at 65-1260 Kawaihae Rd.
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