Island News
DHHL’s Big Plans: New Projects, New Homes, New Hope
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- DHHL’s Big Plans: New Projects, New Homes, New Hope
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- 6:40
- Date posted
- 15 days ago
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- DHHL Land Development Division Administrator Kalani Fronda shares the department’s current projects across the islands and discusses new housing options to help meet the needs of Native Hawaiian beneficiaries.
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- Prince Kūhiō’s Vision: The Commission’s Role
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- 5:53
- Date posted
- 15 days ago
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- The Hawaiian Homes Commission plays a vital role in advancing the mission of the Department of Hawaiian Home Lands. Rooted in Prince Kūhiō’s vision of rehabilitating Native Hawaiians by returning them to the land, DHHL continues working to expand homesteading opportunities and build a stronger future for generations to come.
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- DHHL Looks Ahead: Expanding Housing Opportunities for Native Hawaiians
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- 7:35
- Date posted
- 15 days ago
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- Hawaiian Homes Commission Chair Kali Watson joins Island Life Live to discuss DHHL’s project leases, the department’s vision for its next 100 years, and partnerships with the Aliʻi Trusts to create more housing opportunities and support Native Hawaiian beneficiaries.
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- Island Life Live FULL SHOW October 21, 2026
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- 40:27
- Date posted
- 15 days 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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- Felipe Esparza Is Bringing His Unfiltered Comedy to Hawaiʻi!
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- 0:50
- Date posted
- 15 days ago
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- Get ready to laugh, Hawaiʻi! Award-winning comedian Felipe Esparza is taking the stage at the historic Hawaiʻi Theatre with his signature storytelling, unfiltered humor, and hilarious real-life experiences!
Catch him LIVE Friday, October 23, at 8 PM!
Get your tickets and more information at HawaiiTheatre.com!
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- Cooking hot plate sparks $330K Nu'uanu house fire
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- 0:37
- Date posted
- 15 days ago
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- A portable hot plate used for cooking ignited nearby flammable materials, causing a house fire on Pu'uunui Avenue that resulted in more than $330,000 in damage — though the destruction isn't visible from the outside.
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- United Airlines flight from Hawaii lands safely after scary drop
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- 0:52
- Date posted
- 15 days ago
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- Four flight attendants were injured after United Airlines Flight 1157 from Hawaii hit severe turbulence on approach to Los Angeles, with nearly 200 passengers on board describing a sudden, frightening drop.
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- Puna man charged after allegedly crashing stolen Toyota Tacoma
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- 0:33
- Date posted
- 15 days ago
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- A 65-year-old man is facing first-degree theft charges after allegedly stealing a Toyota Tacoma, crashing into a telephone pole while fleeing officers, and being taken into custody shortly after.
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- Over 100 dachshunds race through Munich for the top trophy
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- 1:18
- Date posted
- 15 days ago
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- More than 100 dachshunds from around the world — including one traveler all the way from Dubai — competed in Munich's 4th annual dachshund race this weekend.
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- HPD's 5-year plan: tech, hiring, and mental health focus
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- 0:42
- Date posted
- 15 days ago
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- Honolulu Police Chief David Lazar has outlined a new strategic plan for the department, focusing on new technology, public communication, hiring, and employee mental health — and the public has until October 29 to weigh in.
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- Century-old military hold on Waimanalo land faces new push
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- 0:29
- Date posted
- 15 days ago
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- Honolulu City Council members are pushing for the return of land at Bellows Air Force Station in Waimanalo — property that has been under military control for over 100 years.
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- Kauai manslaughter case ends after 16 years and 2 trials
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- 0:44
- Date posted
- 15 days ago
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- After 16 years and two jury trials, Vicente Hilario has agreed to a 20-year prison sentence for the 2010 shooting death of Aureo More at a Kauai lookout above Anahola Beach Park.
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- Thursday Weather | Light trade winds and morning showers across the state
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- 0:29
- Date posted
- 15 days ago
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- Trade winds are weakening, bringing brief morning showers and drier afternoons. Forecasters are watching for possible heavy rain and thunderstorms early next week.
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- Honolulu Council Seeks Return of Bellows Land
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- 0:32
- Date posted
- 15 days ago
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- Honolulu City Council members are urging the federal government to return military-controlled land at Bellows Air Force Station in Waimānalo to Hawaiʻi. A resolution is up for committee review, but any transfer would require federal action.
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- State downsizes proposed Oahu jail, but advocates say that doesn’t address the root of the
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- 2:50
- Date posted
- 16 days ago
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- Hawaii is scaling back its plan for a new Oahu jail, reducing the proposed facility from 1,000 beds to 800. But advocates said a smaller facility doesn't necessarily mean fewer people behind bars.
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- Honolulu egg prices top $10 a dozen, costing more than the mainland
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- 1:52
- Date posted
- 16 days ago
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- The price of local eggs in Honolulu has climbed more than 11% over the past year, reaching $10.06 per dozen. A dozen local eggs now costs $10.06, up from $9.04 a year ago, according to the Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity. Mainland eggs rose just more than 1% to $7.87 from $7.78 per dozen.
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- Thursday Weather Forecast | Lighter trade winds now, potential rain next week
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- 3:41
- Date posted
- 16 days ago
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- Hawaii is expected to see more clouds and a few passing showers this weekend as trade winds weaken. A developing weather system could bring heavier rainfall to the islands by midweek, though the forecast remains uncertain.
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- Office of Hawaiian Affairs votes to select Todd Apo as top choice for its next CEO
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- 0:31
- Date posted
- 16 days ago
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- The Office of Hawaiian Affairs’ Board of Trustees voted 5-4 to select Honolulu businessman Todd Apo as its choice for the next CEO. Interim CEO Summer Sylva did not receive enough votes to remain in the position permanently, and the full board is scheduled to vote on Apo's selection on Thursday.
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- Hawaii Green Fee program seeks new ideas before Nov. 1 deadline
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- 2:31
- Date posted
- 16 days ago
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- Hawaii's Green Fee program has generated more than $100 million for projects focused on environmental stewardship, climate and hazard resilience, and sustainable tourism. Residents can submit ideas and support proposed projects before the November 1 deadline for consideration in the next funding cycle.
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- Two teens charged after teen boy was mobbed in Makiki
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- 0:28
- Date posted
- 16 days ago
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- Two teenagers, ages 14 and 16, were charged in connection to the mobbing of a 14-year-old boy that took place in Makiki on Monday afternoon.
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- Man faces assault charge in alleged Waipahu stabbing
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- 0:25
- Date posted
- 16 days ago
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- Vm Singeo, 26, is facing a second-degree assault charge following a stabbing in Waipahu on October 14. Investigators said the 34-year-old victim was treated at the scene and transported to an emergency room in serious condition.
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- Hawaii egg prices among highest in the nation, up 11%
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- 0:48
- Date posted
- 16 days ago
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- The cost of a dozen eggs in Honolulu has jumped 11 percent over the last year, with Hawaii residents already paying $2 or more per dozen than the national average — and even more for organic.
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- NBA season opens with upsets and stunning ring reveals
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- 2:36
- Date posted
- 16 days ago
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- The New York Knicks raised their championship banner and received their rings — but the Philadelphia 76ers had other plans, spoiling the celebration with a 106-100 road win to open the season.
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- Kaimuki High's haunted house puts a scary spin on Wizard of Oz
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- 0:27
- Date posted
- 16 days ago
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- Kaimuki High School students are putting a haunted twist on a classic — more than 40 students are bringing zombified "Wizard of Oz" characters to life, with tickets at $20 and proceeds supporting the school's performing arts program.
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- K9 Trina finds missing Oahu man at Hawaii Volcanoes Park
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- 2:02
- Date posted
- 16 days ago
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- A 70-year-old Oahu man who went missing in Hawaii Volcanoes National Park was found alive after 24 hours — located within 30 minutes by a 3-year-old Labrador Retriever named Trina, who has now helped find two missing people in just the past month.
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- Wednesday Weather | Passing trade showers continue with moderate winds
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- 0:29
- Date posted
- 16 days ago
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- Trade winds will ease, with passing showers expected over the next several days. Forecasters are also monitoring the potential for heavy rain and thunderstorms early next week.
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- Hauʻoli Lā Hānau — October 21, 2026!
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- 2:04
- Date posted
- 16 days ago
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- Celebrating all our October babies on this special day! Happy Birthday!
Know someone celebrating a birthday soon? Visit KITV.com and click “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 and celebrate those you love with us!
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- Discover Korea in 2027 With Non Stop Travel
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- 1:11
- Date posted
- 16 days ago
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- Ready for a more relaxed pace? Non Stop Travel introduces its 2027 Grand Discover Korea Tours! Enjoy five-star stays at the Grand Hyatt Jeju and Novotel Suites Ambassador Seoul, explore Seoul, Sokcho, Andong, Busan and Jeju Island, and savor 28 included meals. Plus, bring your Costco membership card for some shopping and exclusive Korean food court finds! Limited space is available on three escorted group tours departing in March and April 2027 — a wonderful time to experience Korea.
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- Brittni Paiva Returns With First Album in 14 Years
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- 3:20
- Date posted
- 16 days ago
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- Nā Hōkū Hanohano Award-winning ʻukulele virtuoso, recording artist, songwriter and producer Brittni Paiva is back with Through the Chaos — her first album in 14 years! Catch her sharing the story behind her latest release and performing new music on Island Life Live, as part of the Board of Water Supply’s Wai Wednesday Conservation Concert Series.
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- CrimeStoppers Honolulu: Help Identify Pearl City Theft Suspect
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- 5:21
- Date posted
- 16 days ago
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- CrimeStoppers Honolulu is asking for the public’s help identifying a woman suspected of stealing merchandise from a Pearl City retail store on July 31, 2026. The suspect was seen wearing a white sweatshirt, blue denim shorts, a printed beanie, tan shoes and carrying a large black bag. Investigators also noted a YSL-branded item. Anyone with information that could lead to an arrest may be eligible for a reward of up to $1,000.
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- Julia Stiles Honors Heath Ledger on ‘DWTS’
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- 3:18
- Date posted
- 16 days ago
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- Major chicken skin! Julia Stiles delivered an emotional tribute to her late 10 Things I Hate About You co-star Heath Ledger on Dancing With the Stars Dedication Night. Dancing to “Can’t Take My Eyes Off You,” she and partner Ezra Sosa earned straight 9s before a surprise reunion with former castmates Joseph Gordon-Levitt and Gabrielle Union. And in another twist, no one was eliminated!
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- Local Artist Aaron Kai Teams Up With HIC Surf
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- 5:57
- Date posted
- 16 days ago
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- Hawaiʻi-born artist Aaron Kai is back home for a special live art installation! Known for collaborations with major brands like Nike, Adidas, Taco Bell and UNIQLO, he’s teaming up with HIC Surf for a new drop on October 24. Catch the pop-up event at Ala Moana Center from 2 to 4 p.m., with the collection available at all HIC locations.
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- Brittni Paiva Shares New Music on Wai Wednesday
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- 4:22
- Date posted
- 16 days ago
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- It’s Wai Wednesday! A big mahalo to the Board of Water Supply for bringing us the Conservation Concert Series. Nā Hōkū Hanohano Award winner and genre-bending ʻukulele virtuoso Brittni Paiva joins us to catch up and share what she’s been up to, plus new music from her latest release, Through the Chaos!
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- Discover Ekolu Music & Apparel on Maui
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- 4:43
- Date posted
- 16 days ago
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- Auto Weekly, presented by Aloha Kia, is hitting the road to explore Ekolu Music & Apparel! Located on the upper level of Kaʻahumanu Center in Maui, this local spot brings together music and island style. You tell us where to cruise, grind, or have fun — and we’ll take you there!
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- Local Egg Prices Drop as Mainland Costs Rise
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- 5:31
- Date posted
- 16 days ago
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- New state data shows local egg prices are trending down, while mainland egg prices edged up slightly. Agriculture officials say buying local helps support Hawaiʻi’s farmers, workers and food supply.
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- Hawaiian Island Honor Flight works to bring veterans the recognition they deserve
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- 2:36
- Date posted
- 17 days ago
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- The Hawaiian Island Honor Flight recently completed its inaugural organized trip to Washington, D.C., bringing 25 veterans to see the memorials dedicated to their service and sacrifice.
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- 45-inch ball python found at Camp Waianae raises concerns over illegal pets in Hawaii
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- 2:04
- Date posted
- 17 days ago
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- A 45-inch ball python found at Camp Waianae is raising concerns about illegal pets and the potential threat they pose to Hawaii’s native wildlife. Although the snake is now in quarantine, there are concerns on how it got to the islands in the first place and what comes next.
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- Oahu voters head to polls but ballot confusion causes concern
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- 2:02
- Date posted
- 17 days ago
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- Polling places opened for voters with the general election two weeks away. While the polls are clearly open, what is not so clear are some of the items on the ballot for the general election. For those voting in District 43 for the state representative seat, there are two candidates, but both are Republicans and it clearly states Republican Party voters only.
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- Wednesday Weather Forecast | Clouds increase ahead of possible midweek rain
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- 2:47
- Date posted
- 17 days ago
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- Trade winds are expected to weaken across Hawaii as the weekend approaches, with increasing clouds and a few scattered showers possible. Surf has dropped across most shores, but a new south swell is expected to arrive over the weekend.
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- Teen mobbed in broad daylight in Makiki
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- 2:19
- Date posted
- 17 days ago
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- A 14-year-old boy was violently attacked and robbed by a group of teens in Makiki while walking home from school on Monday afternoon. A video from the incident shows a group of kids cornering the teen who tries to get into a coffee shop while being repeatedly punched.
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- Man faces murder charge after allegedly stabbing another man to death in Makiki
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- 0:31
- Date posted
- 17 days ago
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- Orion Satori, 47, was charged with murder after a 42-year-old man died following a stabbing in Makiki on Friday night. Police said Satori allegedly stabbed the man multiple times during a physical confrontation on Young Street.
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- Punaluʻu marks 9 weeks without water and sewer service as PUC holds public meeting
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- 1:40
- Date posted
- 17 days ago
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- The Public Utilities Commission has given PWS an opportunity to explain its plans to restore water and wastewater service on Monday. But residents said they remain concerned about the lack of a clear path forward.
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- Recent vandalism worries North Shore residents
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- 1:50
- Date posted
- 17 days ago
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- Recent vandalism in Waialua sparks more calls for increased police presence on Oahu's North Shore. Owners of cars parked along Waialua Beach Road, and other streets near Haleiwa Harbor, discovered damage to a number of vehicles.
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- Island Life Live FULL SHOW October 20, 2026
- Runtime
- 40:12
- Date posted
- 17 days ago
- Description
- 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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- Hawaii employers facing double-digit rate hikes for half a million residents
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- 1:53
- Date posted
- 17 days ago
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- Businesses are bracing for more changes — this time in health care costs for thousands of Hawaii employees. Open enrollment has begun for many businesses, scrambling to lower their rate hikes for 2027.
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- Hauʻoli Lā Hānau — October 20, 2026!
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- 2:13
- Date posted
- 17 days ago
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- Hauʻoli Lā Hānau — October 20, 2026!
Celebrating all our October babies on this special day! Happy Birthday!
Know someone celebrating a birthday soon? Visit KITV.com and click “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 and celebrate those you love with us!
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- Hawaiʻi Parkinson Association Uses Music to Support Patients
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- 5:50
- Date posted
- 17 days ago
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- The Hawaiʻi Parkinson Association is helping people living with Parkinson’s find support, connection, and new ways to communicate. Vice President Kevin Lockette and President Glen Higa join Island Life Live to explain how the free Harmonica Parkinson’s Project helps participants practice breath control, voice, and speech — and how the upcoming Hawaiʻi Parkinson Walk supports programs that make a difference.
Website: ParkinsonsHawaii.org
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- The Robot Doc Explains Knee and Hip Replacement Surgery
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- 4:23
- Date posted
- 17 days ago
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- It’s time for the Hawaiʻi M.D.s! Dr. Paul Norio Morton, known as “The Robot Doc,” joins us to discuss knee and hip replacement surgery. Hawaiʻi’s first fellowship-trained robotic joint-replacement surgeon breaks down what patients should know as they consider surgical options for osteoarthritis.
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- Jennifer Lopez and Brett Goldstein Spark Dating Rumors
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- 3:48
- Date posted
- 17 days ago
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- Jennifer Lopez and Brett Goldstein are fueling romance rumors after reportedly arriving at and leaving an L.A. party together in the same car. The two previously denied dating rumors while promoting their Netflix film Office Romance in June, but fans are already buzzing about the possibility of a real-life romance. Lopez is 11 years older than Goldstein.
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- Honoring the Steel Guitar Hall of Fame with music!
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- 3:53
- Date posted
- 17 days ago
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- The steel guitar was invented in Hawaiʻi by Joseph Kekuku nearly 140 years ago, and now the Steel Guitar Hall of Fame is finding a new home at the Hawaiʻi State Archives! State Archivist Dr. Adam Jansen shares how this iconic Hawaiian invention influenced music around the world and his vision for preserving its legacy through exhibits, performances, educational programs, and a growing historical archive. Plus, steel guitar musician Kumu Alan Akaka shares the instrument’s unmistakable sound!
