Island News
Former Hawaii Congresswoman Pat Saiki dies at 96
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- Former Hawaii Congresswoman Pat Saiki dies at 96
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- 1:21
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- 1 month ago
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- Former U.S. Rep. and longtime Hawaii lawmaker Patricia “Pat” Saiki died at 96 early Wednesday morning. Saiki’s career spanned more than three decades in the Hawaii Legislature, U.S. House and President George H.W. Bush’s administration.
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- New Foodland planned for Dillingham area as redevelopment moves forward
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- 2:22
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- 1 month ago
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- Foodland is planning a new 27,000-square-foot store in the Dillingham area, with the opening expected in 2028. The redevelopment will also include new retail and dining space and a Costco gas station, while neighbors raise concerns about traffic and pedestrian access.
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- Kalaupapa residents face food losses, security concerns amid power outage
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- 2:32
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- 1 month ago
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- Kalaupapa residents have endured weeks of disruptions, beginning with a drinking water system failure and followed by an extended power outage. About 75 people in the isolated Molokai community are now dealing with food losses, security concerns and uncertainty over when they can safely return home.
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- 24-year-old woman faces murder, firearm charges following fatal Kailua shooting
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- 0:29
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- 24-year-old Hilinaikailimakuaopali Keeno is facing murder and firearm charges in connection to a fatal shooting in Kailua this past weekend that claimed the life of 30-year-old Thomas Malone. Police said the shooting happened in the Target parking lot across the street from the Kailua Fall Festival.
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- Island Life Live FULL SHOW September 30, 2026
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- 40:09
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- Island Life Live is a vibrant lifestyle show hosted by Davey D and Lina Girl, bringing Hawai‘i’s local flavor to life with engaging segments featuring businesses, talent, and community updates. If it's happening in Hawaiʻi, it's happening on Island Life Live!
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- Hauʻoli Lā Hānau on this September 30, 2026!
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- 1:54
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- Celebrating all our September birthday babies on this special day — Happy Birthday!
Know someone celebrating their birthday soon? Visit KITV.com and click on “Birthdays” at the top of the page. Fill out the information, attach a photo of the birthday celebrant, and click Submit.
Then tune in to Island Life Live! It’s so easy to celebrate those you love with
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- Can You Help Identify These Crime Stoppers Suspects?
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- 5:59
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- Sgt. Ho with Crime Stoppers Honolulu highlights two cases involving a break-in in Waipio and a package theft in Kaimuki. If you have information that could lead to an arrest, you could earn up to $1,000. Call 808-955-8300, visit HonoluluCrimeStoppers.org, or submit a tip through the free P3 Tips app.
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- Chase Cherry Blossoms Across Japan with non stop travel!
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- 1:13
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- Explore Japan during its most picturesque season with Non Stop Travel’s curated cherry blossom tours. From Okinawa and Fukuoka to Tokyo, Kyoto, Uji and Osaka, experience stunning landscapes, Japanese culture, shopping and traditional cuisine. Book early for the best fares and cabin selection at NonStop.Travel or call 808-593-0700.
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- Double the Heads, One Tiny Turtle!
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- 2:43
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- A rare two-headed diamondback turtle was discovered at a nesting site on Cape Cod and brought to marine wildlife officials. The tiny turtle has two independent, functional heads on a single body — and weighs about as much as a nickel!
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- Donate Your Old Car & Help Hawaiʻi Families
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- 1:14
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- Have an unused car, truck or SUV? Donate it to Kidney Cars Hawaiʻi and support local kidney screenings, diabetes prevention and patient care. Enjoy free Oʻahu towing and a tax deduction of at least $500. Learn more at KidneyCarsHawaii.org or call 808-593-1515.
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- New Exhibits Bring Haleakalā Stories to Life
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- 3:15
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- The Haleakalā Visitor Center welcomes residents and visitors to explore new exhibits presented in both Hawaiian and English, created with guidance from kūpuna and experts in ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi, culture, anthropology and exhibit design.
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- G.R.O.W. Expands, Pineapple Hits Schools & Diet Coke Drama
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- 6:47
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- Honolulu’s G.R.O.W. program expands statewide, locally grown pineapple joins school menus, Diet Coke fans face a reported shortage, and rage retreats offer a unique way to blow off steam.
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- Wai Wednesday: A.J. Keolanui Brings the Music
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- 3:17
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- A big mahalo to the Board of Water Supply for keeping Oʻahu’s water flowing — and the music flowing too! This week, the Conservation Concert Series welcomes the talented A.J. Keolanui to our hale.
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- Building Hawaiʻi’s Next Generation of Skilled Workers
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- 5:47
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- Roseann Freitas, CEO of BIA Hawaiʻi, and Savvy Andrews join Island Life Live to discuss workforce development, the PACT pre-apprenticeship program and opportunities in Hawaiʻi’s construction industry. Learn more at BIAHawaii.org.
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- Why Hospice Maui Is Maui’s #1 Choice for Hospice Care
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- 0:36
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- Congratulations to Hospice Maui, voted #1 Best in Hospice Care in the Best of Maui Viewers Choice Awards!
Their compassionate care honors every person’s beliefs, values, and dignity—on their terms and at home.
Learn more at HospiceMaui.org or call 808-244-5555.
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- Netanyahu: FlyDubai Co-Pilot Stabbed Captain In Attempt To Crash Plane
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- 0:56
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- Raw, vertical video shows the horrifying aftermath on board an Israel-bound FlyDubai flight where a bloody passenger is seen pleading for help following a mid-air terror incident. According to Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, the flight's co-pilot allegedly stabbed the captain in a deliberate attempt to crash the aircraft. Disaster was averted when heroic travelers jumped into action to help take control of the aircraft, with one passenger stating on camera, "We have taken control of the terrorists." The hijacked plane was forced to make an emergency landing in Saudi Arabia, where passengers described a "tough" and chaotic scene in the immediate aftermath of the terrifying ordeal.
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- Seeing Double: Super-Rare Two-Headed Baby Turtle Found In New England
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- 0:42
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- Biologists at the Cape Wildlife Center in New England are doing a double-take after a super-rare, two-headed baby turtle was discovered at a nesting site on Cape Cod. The tiny diamondback terrapin hatchling, which weighs roughly as much as a nickel, has a rare developmental anomaly known as bicephaly—meaning two independent and functional heads are growing from a single body. Wildlife officials are currently monitoring the tiny hatchling's appetite, growth, and behavior very closely. The condition is incredibly rare, with the center noting they have only seen two other cases of bicephaly over the last five years.
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- Built in 1882, Iolani Palace still stands as Hawaii's royal gem
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- 0:22
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- Iolani Palace, built in 1882, was home to Hawaii's last monarchs and was ahead of its time — with electric lights and flushing toilets before the White House. As the only official royal residence in the U.S., it remains one of the most significant landmarks in Hawaiian history.
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- Oahu students enjoy locally grown pineapple served in ono chicken wrap lunches
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- 1:45
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- Oahu schools served over 2,100 lbs of local pineapple, introducing students to a new island chicken wrap.
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- Wednesday Weather | Nolo's rain bands bring more showers to Oahu and Kauai
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- 0:29
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- Tropical Storm Nolo is moving west away from Hawaiʻi, but its outer rain bands will continue bringing periods of showers, especially to Oʻahu and Kauaʻi. Breezy southeast winds will continue today before gradually weakening later this week.
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- Teen Mother Arrested In South LA After Infant Discovered In Dumpster
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- 2:13
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- A 4-month-old baby girl named Luna has died after a neighbor searching for recyclables discovered her inside a dumpster at the Puebla del Rio housing complex in South L.A. on Monday night. The infant was found alive in a laundry bag but was pronounced dead shortly after being rushed to a local hospital. Police arrested the child's 18-year-old mother, Takaya Babers, at the scene. Laura Lacey and Herman Johnson, the baby's foster grandparents who primarily raised her, said they dropped the healthy infant off with Babers earlier that day so the child's father could visit. A devastated Lacey expressed profound grief during a tearful interview, questioning why Babers asked to see the child only to allegedly discard her. Authorities have not yet released the official cause of death.
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- Wednesday Surf Forecast | Upcoming Swells, Nolo Surf Dropping
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- 1:08
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- Morning Weather Forecast
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- Cloudy Skies and Windy Conditions for your Wednesday Weather Forecast
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- 0:44
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- Wednesday Surf Forecast
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- Wednesday Weather Forecast: Cloudy & Isolated Showers Ahead
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- 1:38
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- Wednesday Weather Forecast
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- Wednesday Weather Forecast | Surf drops as Hurricane Nolo stalls west of Hawaii
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- 3:03
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- Surf along Hawaii's southern shores is dropping after peaking yesterday, with conditions expected to continue declining. The biggest waves for tomorrow will be along western shores, reaching 5 to 7 feet as Hurricane Nolo sits off to the west of the state. East-southeasterly winds will remain on the lighter side at about 10 to 15 miles an hour for many spots.
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- Kulia Academy students learn AI and data science from a young age
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- 2:18
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- Students at Kulia Academy are learning artificial intelligence and data science as early as sixth grade. The charter school said its hands-on program is designed to prepare students for high school, college and careers in fields including AI, cybersecurity and data science.
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- Spoiled food removal begins in some parts of Kaimuki restaurant after partial ceiling collapse
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- 0:36
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- Cleanup is underway at the closed Happy Days Chinese Seafood Restaurant in Kaimuki after a partial roof collapse left spoiled food inside the building. City crews began removing food from the kitchen on September 29 with work expected to be completed by October 2. Spoiled food remains in the dining area as it is still being determined if the restaurant will be repaired or demolished.
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- Gun violence in Hawaii raises questions about minors’ access to firearms
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- 2:21
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- Three teenagers are facing firearm charges after police say gunfire erupted in Waikiki. The case comes as other recent incidents, including a 12-year-old found with a gun in a school backpack, raise questions about how minors are getting access to firearms in Hawaii.
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- Family honors life and legacy of Kailua shooting victim
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- 1:31
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- Friends and family gathered in Kailua to remember Thomas Malone, a 30-year-old father of three who was fatally shot Saturday. Loved ones say Malone was a standout athlete, devoted father and protector who was always there for those around him.
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- Breast Cancer Awareness: Know Your Risk
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- 4:24
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month — a time to focus on early detection, understanding your personal risk, and supporting those affected by breast cancer. Trinh Nguyen joins Island Life Live to share important information and highlight the Komen Hawaii Walk. Learn more at Komen.org/HawaiiWalk.
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- Hauʻoli Lā Hānau on this September 29, 2026!
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- 1:27
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- Celebrating all our September birthday babies on this special day — Happy Birthday! 🥳💐
Know someone celebrating their birthday soon? Visit KITV.com and click on “Birthdays” at the top of the page. Fill out the information, attach a photo of the birthday celebrant, and click Submit.
Then tune in to Island Life Live! It’s so easy to celebrate those you love with us!
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- Osteoarthritis: Options Beyond Surgery
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- 4:34
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- It’s time for Hawaiʻi MDs! Dr. Paul Morton and Dr. Ronnie Otieno discuss osteoarthritis, the most common form of arthritis, and explore non-operative treatment options. While Dr. Morton specializes in robotic-assisted hip and knee replacement, the doctors explain why surgery isn’t always the first answer.
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- AI Concerns & A Special Documentary
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- 3:06
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- Anthropic, the company behind Claude, is reportedly pursuing a potential Wall Street debut with a valuation of about $2 trillion by 2027, while a leaked draft of its IPO raises questions about the future of AI. Plus, a social media influencer takes on a robot in the ring! Then, a programming note: “Held in Trust,” a documentary from the Office of Hawaiian Affairs examining the future of Hawaiʻi’s public trust lands as military leases begin expiring in 2029, airs October 8 at 6:30 p.m. on KITV and KIKU.
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- Hula, Hawaiʻi Trails & Lifeguard Training
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- 3:05
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- Shakas & Shoutouts to the Polynesian Cultural Center for the 35th Annual Moanikeala Hula Festival, celebrating the legacy of Aunty Sally Moanikeala Wood Nalauai. Plus, artists are being sought for DLNR’s 2027 “Year of” digital art campaign, and the Hawaiʻi County Department of Parks & Recreation is offering a lifeguard certification course during fall break. Get the details at KITV.com/links!
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- Hawaiian Kingdom Law: What’s at Stake?
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- 8:52
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- Dr. David Keanu Sai joins Island Life Live to discuss Hawaiian Kingdom law and history, and how he says they factor into the legal arguments surrounding Kamehameha Schools. He also explains the amici brief filed in support of the school and what it means for the case. Learn more at https://hawaiiankingdom.org/blog/
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- Celebrating Hawaiʻi’s Rich Jazz Tradition
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- 6:19
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- September is Hawaiian History Month, and jazz has been part of Hawaiʻi’s musical story for generations. Aunty Karen Keawehawaiʻi and Noel Okimoto join Island Life Live to talk about ʻOhana Jazz Hawaiʻi and a special event celebrating that tradition on Sunday, October 11, at the Moiliili Community Center. Doors open at 4:30 p.m., with the event running from 5–6:40 p.m. Free parking is available!
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- 99 Years of Maui Magic & Memories
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- 3:39
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- Today on Island Life Live, the Maui County Fair returns to Wailuku October 1–4 with four days of food, entertainment, exhibits, community activities and carnival rides. Find out what’s coming up on Da Scoops!
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- Raw Footage: Caleb Flynn Handcuffed And Sobbing After Jury Reaches Verdict
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- 7:25
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- 1 month ago
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- Raw courtroom video captures the emotional moment former "American Idol" contestant Caleb Flynn sobbed and shook his head as a jury found him guilty of murdering his wife, Ashley Flynn. After deliberating for only about two hours on Tuesday, the jury convicted the 40-year-old on all nine charges, including aggravated murder, felony murder, and tampering with evidence. Prosecutors successfully argued that Flynn fatally shot his wife and intentionally staged the crime scene to look like a botched home invasion by an unknown intruder. Immediately following the verdict, Flynn was placed in handcuffs and escorted out of the courtroom by deputies. He now faces a maximum sentence of life in prison without the possibility of parole. A formal sentencing hearing has been scheduled for October 5.
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- After ten months at sea, sailors finally hear the words “welcome home”
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- 2:39
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- The guided-missile destroyer spent about 300 days underway, supporting operations in the South China Sea and Middle East before returning to Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam. Sailors were greeted with "Welcome home" by their loved ones after being away for nearly a year.
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- Affairs And A Missing Gun: Closing Arguments Wrap Up In Caleb Flynn Murder Trial
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- 1:59
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- 1 month ago
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- Jury deliberations are officially underway in the high-profile murder trial of 40-year-old Caleb Flynn, a former "American Idol" contestant accused of fatally shooting his wife, Ashley, in February 2026. While Flynn told a 911 dispatcher that an unknown intruder broke into their Tipp City, Ohio, home in the middle of the night, prosecutors allege he executed his wife and intentionally staged the crime scene. During Tuesday's closing arguments, prosecutors told the jury that Flynn murdered Ashley to continue an affair with a 24-year-old fellow church worship leader without damaging his reputation. The state argued the murder allowed Flynn to keep his lucrative job at his wife's family business, secure her life insurance payout, and maintain full custody of his daughters. The defense, who called no witnesses during the two-week trial, pushed back forcefully, arguing that Flynn's infidelity does not equate to murder. Pointing to the lack of a recovered murder weapon, Flynn's attorneys to...
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- TikTok Trend Exposing Mispronounced Words Highlights Staggering US Literacy Rates
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- 2:03
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- A new viral TikTok trend is racking up millions of views by testing whether boyfriends can correctly pronounce tricky words like "epitome," "hyperbole," and "rendezvous." The videos, often captioned "Can your boyfriend read?", have sparked a massive online debate about male literacy levels and whether struggling to pronounce these terms is a dealbreaker. However, Harvard University education professor Nadine Gaab says these social media tests are not an accurate measure of reading comprehension. Many of the featured words are imported into English and do not follow standard phonetic rules, meaning someone might understand the word completely but simply not recognize its spelling. While the TikTok trend itself may not be a true diagnostic tool, it highlights a very real crisis: 54% of U.S. adults read below a sixth-grade level, and reading difficulties continue to cause widespread academic, employment, and mental health struggles nationwide.
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- 'We're Going To Be On The Internet': Riders Stuck On Austin Roller Coaster
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- 0:35
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- 1 month ago
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- Thrill-seekers at COTALAND’s opening weekend in Austin, Texas, got more than they bargained for when the park's new Circuit Breaker roller coaster malfunctioned mid-ride. Viral video captured the terrifying moment the ride abruptly stopped, leaving 19 riders stuck hanging in a vertical position at the top of a massive drop for approximately nine minutes. The riders were left on the edge of their seats before maintenance crews were able to program the ride vehicle to return to a horizontal position, allowing attendants to safely evacuate everyone down a built-in catwalk. COTALAND officials confirmed to CNN affiliate KVUE that everyone exited normally and no injuries or need for medical treatment were reported.
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- NASA Expedition 75: Astronaut Shares Incredible Nighttime Flyover Timelapse
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- 0:29
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- 1 month ago
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- Take a wild ride over Earth courtesy of the International Space Station! NASA astronaut Anil Menon, part of the Expedition 75 crew, recently shared an amazing nighttime timelapse of an ISS flyover. The breathtaking footage captures the vibrant glow of city lights, flashing lightning storms, and even the blue hues of squid-fishing boats scattered across the darkness below. Beyond capturing illuminating views from orbit, the NASA Expedition 75 mission is focused on groundbreaking scientific advancements. The crew is currently centered on conducting research into in-space manufacturing, bioprinting human tissue, and testing new artificial intelligence tools.
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- Hawaii senator grills Jack Smith at DC hearing
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- 1:27
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- Former Special Counsel Jack Smith told the Senate Judiciary Committee he stands by his decisions to bring federal charges against President Trump, saying those decisions were based on evidence and not politics.
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- Lindsay Clancy Mistrial: Lone Juror Explains Why He Held Out
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- 1:54
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- 1 month ago
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- Michael Peggy Desronville, the lone holdout juror who caused a mistrial in the high-profile Lindsay Clancy murder case, has spoken out for the first time. In a videotaped statement provided to Fox News from an undisclosed location, Desronville stated he wanted to shift the focus away from himself and onto Clancy's three deceased children—Cora, Dawson, and Callan. In early September, the trial ended in a mistrial when 11 jurors were ready to clear Clancy of criminal responsibility, but Desronville firmly sided with the prosecution, stating he believed she knew exactly what she was doing when she killed her children. Following the mistrial, Clancy's defense team filed a motion asking the court to investigate Desronville for allegedly using a cellphone during deliberations and lying on pre-trial questionnaires. Prosecutors have not yet announced if they will retry the case.
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- Krista Pike Case: The Brutal 1995 Murder Leading To A Historic Execution In Tennessee
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- 1:35
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- 1 month ago
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- Krista Pike is scheduled to become the first woman executed in Tennessee in over 200 years on September 30. Pike was sentenced to death for the brutal 1995 torture and murder of student Colleen Slemmer, a crime she committed at age 18 alongside her 17-year-old boyfriend. While her co-defendant received life in prison due to his age, Slemmer's family is preparing to attend Pike's execution, calling it the "final chapter" in their decades-long nightmare. However, the historic execution is facing intense pushback from death penalty opponents and international advocates. The UN Human Rights Commission recently intervened, arguing Pike did not receive a fair trial because severe mitigating factors—including childhood abuse, severe trauma, PTSD, and brain damage—were allegedly ignored during her sentencing. Despite a petition with over 33,000 signatures demanding a pause, multiple legal appeals have been dismissed by the courts.
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- Tuesday Weather | Trade winds ease as showers increase
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- 0:30
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- Moderate trade winds will gradually weaken today, while clouds and showers increase across the islands. Niʻihau and Kauaʻi could see heavier showers, with some reaching Oʻahu tonight. Surf will also remain elevated along south-facing shores of Kauaʻi and Niʻihau.
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- From Chicago to Tampa Bay, NFL week 3 delivers big storylines
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- 2:59
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- The Chicago Bears dominated the Philadelphia Eagles 27-7, with backup quarterback Case Keenum throwing two touchdown passes to close out NFL Week 3 — a big win for a team still finding its footing without starter Caleb Williams.
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- Cornell fraternity rape case reopened after civil lawsuit filed
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- 1:10
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- New York prosecutors are reopening a criminal investigation into an alleged gang rape at a Cornell University fraternity in 2024, as the alleged victim's civil lawsuit reveals Snapchat messages her attorney calls "the smoking gun" in the case.
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- Former Moanalua High coach held without bail in child porn case
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- 0:43
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- A former Moanalua High School girls wrestling coach appeared in federal court this morning after being arrested last week on child pornography charges — and the FBI is now asking the public for help identifying potential victims.
