Island News
Former President Bush Recalls The Day The Twin Towers Fell In New Interview
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- Former President Bush Recalls The Day The Twin Towers Fell In New Interview
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- 2:11
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
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- Former President George W. Bush and Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice look back on the morning of September 11. President Bush recalls being at a school in Florida, listening to a child read, when he learned a plane had struck the World Trade Center. What initially seemed like a terrible accident quickly became clear as a coordinated attack, bringing a sudden "moment of clarity" that transformed him into a wartime president with a duty to defend the nation. Beyond reflecting on the events of that fateful day, President Bush offered a strong warning against American isolationism, emphasizing that what happens overseas matters directly to our national security at home. He pointed to the struggles of those living under tyranny—specifically highlighting the regression of women's rights and education in Afghanistan—to remind Americans of the enduring value of freedom and the lasting lessons of 9/11.
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- $5,000 'Dividend': Trump Details Cash Payment Plan If GOP Sweeps Congress
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- 1:14
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
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- Former President Donald Trump is making a new campaign promise to American voters, pledging to issue a $5,000 "dividend" to every adult citizen if Republicans secure majorities in both the House of Representatives and the Senate. Comparing the sweeping proposal to a successful company distributing cash to its shareholders, Trump cited the nation's "tremendous economic success" as the foundation for the initiative. During the announcement, Trump noted that there is one major caveat to receiving the $5,000 payment: the money must be spent exclusively within the United States. He also likened the new proposal to a past initiative where he provided $1,776 to members of the military.
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- AI Extinction Risk: How Superintelligence Could Wipe Out Humanity Within A Decade
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- 2:29
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
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- A stark new warning about the future of artificial intelligence is sounding alarms across the tech industry, with experts claiming that superintelligent AI could potentially wipe out humanity by the end of the decade. Outlining how "frighteningly real" the threat is, one insider pointed to a recent incident where OpenAI agents allegedly hacked into third-party infrastructure entirely on their own volition. While current AI models pose a relatively low risk of causing human extinction, experts are deeply concerned about the astonishing rate of progress in areas like coding and mathematics. As AI nears the phase of "recursive self-improvement"—where the technology becomes capable of rapidly upgrading its own intelligence without human intervention—the fear is that superintelligent systems could eventually cause extreme global havoc, such as hacking critical infrastructure or developing extinction-level bioweapons.
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- Attorney Slams Conspiracy Theories Surrounding Patrick Clancy In Clancy Trial
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- 1:26
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
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- In a powerful interview, an attorney involved in the Lindsay Clancy trial spoke out directly against the online conspiracy theories targeting her husband, Patrick Clancy. Describing the family's tragic downfall, the attorney emphasized that they were once a happy, respected couple whose lives turned upside down due to catastrophic failures in medical and psychiatric care. Addressing Patrick Clancy's actions throughout the tragedy, the attorney praised him for standing by his wife, attending her medical appointments, testifying on her behalf, and ultimately offering her forgiveness. The attorney also referenced an unreleased, "gut-wrenching" police recording of Patrick on the day of the tragedy, stating that no actor in the world could ever emulate the sheer horror and genuine heartbreak captured in his voice, completely debunking any baseless online speculation.
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- Thursday Weather | Humid conditions with trade winds gradually returning
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- 0:29
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
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- Trade winds are strengthening across the state, bringing back a more typical weather pattern with showers focused mainly over windward areas. Hawaiʻi will remain warm and muggy, with some relief from the humidity expected Friday night.
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- Mililani High makes history with first-ever Meera Lab
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- 0:34
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
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- Mililani High School is making history as the first high school in the country to open a Meera Lab, a hands-on STEM space focused on modern manufacturing and robotics.
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- Seahawks edge Patriots 13-10 in 2026 NFL opener
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- 1:22
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
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- The Seahawks pulled off a 13-10 comeback win over the Patriots to open the 2025-26 season, even after losing QB Sam Darnold to an injury on the very first drive. Drake Maye's third interception of the game in the final drive sealed the deal for Seattle.
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- 9/11 Drone Show Uses 2,977 Lights To Recreate Twin Towers In Powerful Tribute
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- 1:22
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
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- A breathtaking drone light show illuminated the sky above New York Harbor on Wednesday night as a powerful commemoration of the September 11 attacks. Ahead of the 25th anniversary of the tragedy, the art installation featured 2,977 individual lights rising into the sky—one representing each victim who died in the attacks in New York, Washington, and Pennsylvania. The drones gathered in the night sky before assembling to display full-scale, glowing outlines of the Twin Towers. Organizers noted that the aerial tribute, formally titled "2,977 Lights Over New York Harbor," was developed in close collaboration with members of the 9/11 community. Direct input from families of the victims, survivors, and first responders helped shape the emotional project, ensuring the display respectfully honored the immense loss while serving as a message of reflection and unity.
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- Magic Island partially reopens after Hurricane Lowell, cleanup efforts continue
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- 0:19
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
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- Magic Island at Ala Moana Regional Park has partially opened following Hurricane Lowell, though cleanup of debris and sand continues.
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- Hawaii joins fight to save endangered species from Trump rollbacks
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- 0:30
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
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- Democratic Attorneys General from 20 states, including Hawaii, have filed two lawsuits accusing the Trump administration of illegally weakening federal protections for animals like the grizzly bear and humpback whale.
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- UH Sea Grant program trains next generation of Hawaii coastal stewards
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- 1:13
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
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- Four UH students spent their summer on the ground — from Wai'anae to Moloka'i — learning how community-based stewardship can shape a more resilient Hawaii.
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- HECO crews heading to Kauai to speed up power restoration
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- 2:19
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
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- Hawaiian Electric crews and trucks from Oahu are heading to Kauai this week to help restore power after Hurricane Lowell knocked out electricity for 90% of island residents — a process officials say will be significantly faster than the two-month restoration that followed Hurricane Iniki in 1992.
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- Sea turtle returns to ocean after losing flipper in fishing line entanglement
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- 2:01
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
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- A young sea turtle returned to the ocean Wednesday after weeks of rehabilitation, drawing a crowd of hundreds to Kalama Beach Park to watch the special release.
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- Brown Water Advisory issued for Oahu following recent Lowell storm
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- 2:32
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
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- With Lowell's Tropical Storm bringing heavy rain and strong winds, a Brown Water Advisory has been in effect for the island of Oahu. The City of Honolulu issued the HNL Alert Tuesday morning. The Hawaii Department of Health (DOH) advises beachgoers to stay away from waters that appear murky or brown.
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- Hurricane Lowell triggers massive Kauai wastewater spill
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- 0:29
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
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- An estimated 20,000 gallons of wastewater spilled from the Waimea Wastewater Treatment Plant after Hurricane Lowell brought heavy rainfall and power outages to the area. County officials confirm the equipment is back online and the site has been cleaned and disinfected.
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- Oahu residents urged to restock emergency supplies now
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- 0:18
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
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- With no storms currently threatening Hawaii, Oahu officials are urging residents to use this window of time to restock emergency supplies before the season ends November 30th.
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- Kauai-wide water shortage alert issued after power outages
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- 0:29
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
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- The Kauai Department of Water is asking residents and visitors island-wide to limit water use to essential needs while crews work to restore services impacted by power outages.
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- Kauai roads closed, traffic lights out after Hurricane Lowell
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- 0:30
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
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- Two days after Hurricane Lowell, multiple roads across Kauai are closed due to damage and debris, with Ho'one Road in Po'ipu currently impassable.
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- Kauai man dies protecting 100-year-old fishpond during Hurricane Lowell
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- 1:41
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
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- A 74-year-old man who stayed behind to protect a 100-year-old family fishpond on Kauai's south shore during Hurricane Lowell has been found dead, in what may be the island's first storm-related death.
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- United Flight 93: The Shanksville Sept. 11 Crash Site Investigation
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- 2:41
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
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- Aerial and ground perspectives of the United Airlines Flight 93 crash site in rural Pennsylvania. The video highlights the massive impact crater and the painstaking efforts of federal investigators and recovery crews combing through the debris field.
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- 9/11 Archival Footage: The Twin Towers Attack & Evacuation
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- 10:14
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
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- A chronological look at the morning of September 11, 2001, in New York City. This footage captures the initial breaking news reports, the devastating impacts on both towers, their subsequent collapse, and the harrowing evacuation of civilians fleeing the dust cloud across the Brooklyn Bridge.
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- The 9/11 Pentagon Attack: Damage, Rescue, and Recovery
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- 6:26
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
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- Raw documentation of the September 11, 2001, strike on the United States military headquarters. This compilation features security camera stills of the impact, extensive footage of the structural damage, ongoing search-and-rescue operations, and the iconic moment crews draped an American flag over the scarred wall.
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- Island Life Live FULL SHOW September 9, 2026
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- 40:02
- Date posted
- 2 months 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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- Explore Alaska by Land & Sea with Nonstop Travel
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- 1:01
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
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- Experience the natural beauty of Alaska with Nonstop Travel’s popular land-and-cruise tour. Explore Fairbanks, Denali, and the majestic wilderness with two-night stays at each destination before setting sail on an unforgettable Alaskan adventure.
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- The Ramayana Comes To Life
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- 6:46
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
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- For nearly two decades, Still & Moving has celebrated Diwali with a living retelling of the epic Ramayana. Performers ages five to 85 come together for a spectacular night of storytelling, culture, and tradition — on the historic Hawaiʻi Theatre stage.
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- Hauʻoli Lā Hānau on this September 9th, 2026
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- 2:19
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
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- Celebrating September babies on this special day - Happy Birthday! Know someone celebrating their birthday soon? Visit http://kitv.com and click on “Birthdays” at the top of the page. Fill out the info, attach the pic 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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- Chardonnay performing "Hawaiian Hammah"
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- 3:15
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
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- Chardonnay and Jess are bringing together their love of music, ʻāina, and community as they rebuild, grow, and create a life rooted in creativity and sustainability.
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- South Park Returns With a Bold New Season
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- 4:15
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
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- South Park is making headlines ahead of Season 29, with creators Trey Parker and Matt Stone jokingly rebranding the show as “South America.” The new season premieres September 16, continuing the series’ trademark political satire and pop-culture humor.
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- 74th Annual Paniolo Festival Celebrates Hawaiian Heritage
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- 5:37
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
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- Kumu Micah Kamohoalii, Executive Director of Aloha Festivals Island of Hawaiʻi, shares what’s in store for the 74th Annual Paniolo Festival, celebrating ʻike kūpuna, ancestral trails, and legacy. The festivities include a colorful parade, Hawaiian music, local food, arts and crafts, paniolo games, equestrian performances, and more.
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- Roots & Riddim: Growing Through Music & ʻĀina Music, Farming & Advocacy
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- 5:32
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
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- Musicians and farmers Chardonnay and Jess are blending their passion for music, ʻāina, and community as they rebuild, grow, and create a life rooted in creativity and sustainability.
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- Residents rescue family as Hurricane Lowell destroys Kauai vacation rental
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- 1:42
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
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- Raging waves pounded a beachfront vacation rental during Hurricane Lowell, destroying its first floor and forcing a family to flee. Residents who saw the danger stepped in and helped get them to safety.
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- Hoʻokipa Hawaiʻi Weekend Celebrates Culture and Community
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- 8:57
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
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- Monte McComber of Royal Hawaiian Center shares details about Hoʻokipa Hawaiʻi Weekend, featuring more than 50 Native Hawaiian entrepreneurs, local hālau, and live music from Hālau Nā Maka O Ka Lauaʻe, The Hoʻoheno Band, Alan Akaka and The Islanders.
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- KeikiCo: Turning Student Ideas Into Business Plans
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- 4:58
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
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- Presented by American Savings Bank, KeikiCo helps Hawaiʻi students turn their ideas into real-world business plans while building valuable skills for the future.
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- Miss Hawaii Carly Yoshida shines at 99th Miss America in West Palm Beach
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- 2:47
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
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- Hawaii's own Carly Yoshida represented the islands on the national stage at the 99th Miss America competition, delivering a hula performance and earning a spot in the Top 11 semifinalists before Miss Texas Regan Hutsell was crowned the winner.
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- Where to get food on Kauai: Kalaheo, Lihue, and Princeville sites
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- 0:25
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
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- The County of Kauai has opened multiple food distribution sites across the island today, with locations in Kalaheo, Lihue, and Princeville serving residents through the afternoon.
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- Baby 'potato' animals debut at Chester Zoo and they're adorable
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- 1:35
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
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- Three six-week-old rock hyrax pups — named Russ, Spud, and Jackie — have made their public debut at Chester Zoo in England, and despite looking like guinea pigs, these tiny animals are actually related to elephants and manatees.
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- Puna man indicted on 19 charges including sexual assault, firearms
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- 0:37
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
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- A Hilo Grand Jury has indicted 32-year-old Joseph Kekedi Junior on 19 charges, including sexual assault, abuse of a family member, and multiple firearm offenses — with five guns, including an AR-15-style rifle, found at his home following a domestic incident last month.
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- Hilo man charged in deadly head-on crash that killed motorcyclist
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- 0:28
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
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- A Hilo man faces manslaughter charges after attempting to pass multiple vehicles in heavy fog caused a head-on collision with a motorcycle, killing one man and critically injuring another.
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- Escaped Waiawa inmate Ikaika Scott still on the run in Honolulu
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- 0:28
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
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- Honolulu Police and the Department of Law Enforcement are searching for 28-year-old Ikaika Scott, who escaped from Waiawa Correctional Facility early Tuesday morning.
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- 5 killed in Kyiv as Russia breaks weekend ceasefire
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- 0:42
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
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- Hours after a 72-hour truce expired, Russia launched a missile and drone strike on Kyiv, killing five people, wounding 25 others, and damaging a television newsroom along with residential buildings and civilian sites.
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- Kauai's Lihue Airport is back open — but expect delays
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- 0:23
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
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- Lihue Airport has reopened, but travelers flying in or out of Kauai are urged to contact their airline and confirm flight status before heading to the airport, as delays are still expected.
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- Gov. Green keeps Kauai schools and offices shut until Friday
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- 0:27
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
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- Governor Josh Green has announced that all public schools, state and county offices, and Kauai Community College will remain closed through Friday as crews work to restore power, clear debris, and support affected communities.
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- Kauai residents urged to stay off roads after storm
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- 0:20
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
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- Kauai residents and visitors are being asked to stay off roads as crews work to clear downed trees and utility lines left behind by the storm, keeping pathways open for first responders to reach those in need.
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- 9/11 hero "Man in the Red Bandana" gets top US honor
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- 1:50
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
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- Twenty-five years later, Welles Crowther's legacy of courage is being honored with the nation's highest civilian award.
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- Lowell headed away from islands, trailing moisture expected today
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- 1:33
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
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- Lowell headed away from islands, trailing moisture expected today
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- Wednesday morning weather forecast with Meteorologist Malika Dudley
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- 2:40
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
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- Wednesday morning weather forecast with Meteorologist Malika DUDLEY
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- Ex-Husband Takes Legal Stand Against Online Defamation After Clancy Trial
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- 1:22
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
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- Patrick Clancy is taking a definitive stand against the online conspiracy theorists and social media influencers who have baselessly accused him of involvement in the tragic deaths of his three children. Following the recent mistrial in the Lindsay Clancy trial, Patrick's attorney, Howard Cooper, released a forceful statement declaring that "enough is enough" and confirming that law enforcement has been notified. Despite surveillance video proving Patrick was not home when the murders took place, and the fact that Lindsay Clancy has admitted to the killings from the very beginning while citing postpartum psychosis, online speculation has continued to run rampant. With the district attorney yet to announce whether there will be a retrial, Patrick's legal team is moving forward with appropriate legal measures to hold those spreading these blatant falsehoods accountable.
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- Newly Released 9/11 Documents Detail Toxic Air Liability Discussions
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- 1:58
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
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- More than 170,000 previously undisclosed documents were released by the Mamdani administration, revealing that city officials knew the air around Ground Zero was toxic following the September 11 attacks, yet deliberately misled the public. Available through a public city portal, the documents include the critical "Harding memo," which shows officials discussing potential legal and legislative actions regarding toxic air exposure and the lack of adequate protective equipment. Comedian and longtime advocate Jon Stewart appeared alongside the Mamdani administration and 9/11 families to address the release ahead of the 25th anniversary of the attacks. Stewart passionately condemned the officials who lied, noting the poison left on the ground, in windowsills, and on clothes for months. Today, more people have died from 9/11-related illnesses than the number of individuals killed in the initial attacks. The documents' release comes as part of a settled lawsuit initiated by the advocacy org...
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- Netanyahu Denies Report That UAE Ruler Warned Him Before October 7
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- 1:45
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
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- A bombshell report from Haaretz claims that roughly 10 days before the October 7th attacks, UAE ruler Mohammed bin Zayed personally called Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to warn him that Hamas was planning an "earthquake." According to the report, the warning lacked specific operational details, but Netanyahu allegedly dismissed the threat, believing he had the situation under control and that a far greater threat of destabilization existed in the West Bank. Netanyahu's office has strongly pushed back, calling the report an "absolute lie." The UAE Foreign Ministry declined to comment directly on the specifics of the call, though notably did not deny it took place. In the wake of the revelation, Israeli opposition leaders released a rare joint statement demanding an immediate, thorough investigation into Netanyahu's alleged failures. Despite the mounting pressure and public outcry, Netanyahu has thus far refused to establish an independent state commission of inquiry to look...
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- Gov. Green confirms fallen tree kills man on Oahu during Hurricane Lowell
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- 0:21
- Date posted
- 2 months ago
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- In an update on Hurricane Lowell's impacts to the state, Governor Josh Green said a homeless man living in a tent was killed after a tree fell on him. He did not mention where on Oahu the death took place.
