Island News
Former Moanalua High School girls wrestling coach indicted on child pornography, child sex
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- Former Moanalua High School girls wrestling coach indicted on child pornography, child sex
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- 0:39
- Date posted
- 22 days ago
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- Sean Sakaida, a former girls wrestling coach at Moanalua High School, was indicted on Thursday, October 16, on multiple charges related to child pornography and child sex trafficking.
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- Hauʻoli Lā Hānau on this October 15, 2026
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- 1:51
- Date posted
- 22 days ago
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- Celebrating October 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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- Parade, Party, Pure Pride!
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- 4:36
- Date posted
- 22 days ago
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- The 2026 Honolulu Pride Parade kicks off Saturday, October 16 at 3:00 PM down Kalākaua Avenue, rolling straight into a free community festival at the Waikīkī Shell and Diamond Head Greens at 5:00 PM. Expect high-energy performances from Danny Kane and Aubrey All Day, local food, and thousands of us celebrating love out loud.
Catch the route, parking tips, and full schedule via Honolulu Pride.
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- The Pride of the Philippines in Honolulu for One Weekend ONLY
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- 4:44
- Date posted
- 22 days ago
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- Broadway icon and Disney legend Lea Salonga takes over Honolulu for two nights only alongside the Hawaiʻi Symphony Orchestra and conductor Sarah Hicks. Expect soaring classics from Miss Saigon and Les Misérables, favorite Disney princess anthems, and timeless Sondheim pieces at the Neal S. Blaisdell Concert Hall.
Catch the Saturday performance at 7:30 PM or the Sunday matinee at 4:00 PM.
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- All Aboard the Spooky Train!
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- 4:06
- Date posted
- 22 days ago
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- Skip the usual neighborhood pavement and take your ghoul crew high above the traffic! Hop aboard Honolulu Skyline for a multi-station trick-or-treating adventure across five participating stops—complete with live DJs, dance parties, and a costume contest.
Grab your HOLO Card, hit the stations from Kualakaʻi (East Kapolei) to Kahauiki (Kalihi), and tag your best look with #skylinecostume to win. For more info, visit http://kitv.com/links.
“Shakas & Shoutouts” is a daily Island Life Live segment in which co-hosts Davey D and Lina Girl celebrate the good people, things, and events happening in our local community, here and abroad. Got a great person or organization? Suggest them for a “Shakas & Shoutout!” Send us all the details at islandlifelive@kitv.com
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- For the Fights Nobody Sees
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- 6:56
- Date posted
- 22 days ago
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- Behind every strong face is a silent round. This World Mental Health Day, Fightstory, In4mation, and Waiākea team up with United BJJ Hawaiʻi to prove that true strength isn't just enduring—it's letting someone step into your corner.
100% of proceeds from the limited Keep Fighting capsule fund Fightstory's Mental Fight Kit. Grab the gear at IN4MATION Store or learn more through Fightstory.
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- Hauʻoli Lā Hānau — October 16, 2026!
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- 1:31
- Date posted
- 22 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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- Our Prayers and Aloha to the Young ʻOhana
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- 4:11
- Date posted
- 22 days ago
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- We send our heartfelt condolences to the family of 18 year old Joven Young, a Konawaena high school graduate and student-athlete who was set to enter the US Coast Guard in January 2027. Our Island Life Live team sends our prayers and aloha to the Young ʻohana.
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- Kupuna Power: OHA’s Mission and Why Your Vote Matters
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- 4:10
- Date posted
- 22 days ago
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- It’s Aloha Friday, and it’s time for Kupuna Power! Empowering our kūpuna starts with knowing the resources available to them. Guest host Anne Lee sits down with OHA Interim Administrator and CEO Summer Sylva to discuss the Office of Hawaiian Affairs’ work and why the November 3 OHA election matters.
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- Non Stop Travel Adds January & February Pride of America Cruises!
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- 1:15
- Date posted
- 22 days ago
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- Extra, extra! Non Stop Travel has added January and February sailings aboard the Pride of America! Reunion organizers, gather your classmates for a weeklong Hawaiian Islands cruise featuring seven nights of accommodations, meals, nightly entertainment, and stops in Maui, Hilo, Kona, and Kauaʻi. No passport needed! Take advantage of exclusive kamaʻāina deals available through Non Stop Travel. Visit NonStop.Travel or call 808-593-0700 for prices and details.
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- Hauʻula’s Jocelyn Alo Brings the Banana Ball Buzz Home!
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- 3:37
- Date posted
- 22 days ago
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- Ever since Hauʻula’s Jocelyn Alo crushed a homer as a Savannah Banana, we’ve been hooked on Banana Ball! It’s baseball turned up a notch — faster, crazier, and more exciting. With more than 4 million people on the ticket waitlist, the craze is real. And then this happened…
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- Get Ready for Spooktacular Street Eats & Halloween Fun!
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- 2:42
- Date posted
- 22 days ago
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- Get ready for a fa-boo-lous time! The Spooktacular Street Eats and Makers Market is happening Saturday, October 24, from 4 to 8 p.m., featuring food trucks, local crafters, live entertainment, bounce houses, games, trick-or-treating, and a costume contest for ages 18 and under! Come out for Halloween fun while supporting Kaiser High School Project Grad 2027,
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- Taimane Invites You Into the Mystical World of Liʻulā
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- 1:16
- Date posted
- 22 days ago
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- Step into the magical, mysterious side of Hawaiʻi after dark! International ʻukulele sensation Taimane brings Liʻulā: Cross Into the Mirage to the historic Hawaiʻi Theatre on Thursday, October 22. Inspired by her new album, this full-sensory experience blends atmospheric ʻukulele music, dance, aerial acrobatics, and spoken word, bringing stories of night marchers, ancestors, and moonflowers to life. Tickets are available at HawaiʻiTheatre.com — don’t wait, her last show sold out!
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- "Why We Dance”: Celebrating Hawaiian Culture Through Movement
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- 6:15
- Date posted
- 22 days ago
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- Dance is more than movement — it’s a powerful way for Indigenous people to preserve their culture, share stories, and honor their ancestors. Puʻaleilani Kamahoahoa, kumu moʻomeheu (Hawaiian cultural educator), and Loa Simoes, cultural practitioner, join us to discuss “Why We Dance,” selected for the 2026 Hawaiʻi International Film Festival, and the many people who helped bring this meaningful film to life. Learn more at HIFF.org.
Location/Feature: Ka Makani Kaʻili Koa
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- Senator Kurt Fevella Previews State Capitol Prayer Service
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- 5:23
- Date posted
- 22 days ago
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- Senator Kurt Fevella joins us to discuss an upcoming prayer service at the Hawaiʻi State Capitol on October 27 from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. Sign waving begins at 4 p.m. Attendees are encouraged to bring their own signs and chairs.
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- HPD Reassigns 100 Officers to Boost Patrols Amid School Threats
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- 4:46
- Date posted
- 22 days ago
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- Families across Hawaiʻi are facing fear and uncertainty following a series of school threats, including lockdowns at three campuses. Now, HPD Chief David Lazar is reassigning 100 officers to patrol duties to improve emergency response and reduce overtime as the department continues to face a shortage of hundreds of officers.
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- Teacher Hides Class From Gunman During Deadly Oregon School Shooting
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- 1:27
- Date posted
- 22 days ago
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- A fifth-grade teacher at Silver Rail Elementary in Bend, Oregon, is speaking out about her terrifying experience sheltering students as a 16-year-old gunman attacked the school. Kathy Sheil-Smith says she quickly hid her class in a corner, quietly keeping them safe while believing she might die protecting her students.The tragic shooting on Thursday, October 15, claimed the lives of three children—ages 5, 8, and 11—and one teacher. Two other victims, a student and a teacher, were critically injured and rushed to the hospital. According to police, the attack ended when an armed community member pursued the teenage suspect into the building and fatally shot him. The tight-knit Bend community held a candlelight vigil as they mourn the victims of what marks the 36th shooting on K-12 school grounds in the United States this year.
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- Friday Weather | Breezy trade winds and passing showers today
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- 0:29
- Date posted
- 22 days ago
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- Breezy trade winds and passing showers are expected across Hawaiʻi today.
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- Banana Ball is coming to Oʻahu in 2027!
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- 1:31
- Date posted
- 22 days ago
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- The Loco Beach Coconuts and Party Animals will bring their high-energy baseball show to Les Murakami Stadium April 30 and May 1. Fans must enter a ticket lottery for a chance to attend.
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- Cornell Professors Push for No-Confidence Vote in President
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- 2:05
- Date posted
- 22 days ago
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- Tensions boiled over at a recent Cornell University Faculty Senate meeting as professors debated a vote of no-confidence in President Michael Kotlikoff. Audio from the meeting reveals a contentious confrontation over student safety, fraternity culture, and what faculty describe as the administration's inaction following an alleged 2024 sexual assault at the Chi Phi fraternity. During the meeting, faculty members challenged the president, who was reportedly on the defensive despite previously apologizing for the university's handling of the allegations. Protesting the administration's response, several professors attended the meeting holding signs reading "I am Jane," in a show of support for the accuser. Faculty members also noted a flood of emails from angry alumni demanding accountability. While a no-confidence vote by the Faculty Senate cannot directly remove the president—a power held exclusively by the Board of Trustees—supporters argue that passing the resolution would be a...
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- See Tesla's New Roadster Launch Off a Ramp in Texas
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- 0:46
- Date posted
- 22 days ago
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- Elon Musk unveiled Tesla's highly anticipated "flying car" during a Thursday demonstration at a SpaceX test facility in Texas. The new Tesla Roadster, a two-person sports car, showcased unprecedented capabilities using a combination of suction and jet thrusters. During the driverless demonstration, the Roadster used suction to climb up a steep ramp and hang upside down before spinning off the ramp and using jets to land safely. According to Musk, the vehicle can accelerate from 0 to 60 mph in a record time of less than one second. The car was operated without an actual driver for the dramatic test flight. Addressing the crowd, Musk explained the safety precaution, stating it was done to "make sure we don't kill anyone." The specialized Roadster highlights a collaboration between Tesla and SpaceX, incorporating rocket thruster technology into an electric supercar.
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- ICE Husband Used Georgia Police Login for 1,000 Searches on Flock Cameras
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- 2:07
- Date posted
- 22 days ago
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- A former Savannah, Georgia, police officer was fired after an internal investigation revealed she shared her Flock surveillance camera login with her husband, a federal ICE agent. Internal records and interviews show that former officer Amber Harpe gave her husband access to the police department's system, which he then used to conduct nearly 1,000 license plate searches across six states. Investigators found that the searches primarily targeted vehicles registered to Hispanic owners. Her husband claimed he used the local police tool to locate individuals with arrest warrants because ICE does not have direct access to the Flock system. While Savannah Police share their Flock data with over 1,700 agencies, Immigration and Customs Enforcement is not on the approved list. Harpe was one of six Savannah Police Department employees fired in August for misusing the surveillance system, four of whom were later arrested by the Georgia Bureau of Investigation. (From WJCL via CNN)
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- North Shore surfer struck along Kamehameha Hwy sues city and state over parking improvements
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- 1:41
- Date posted
- 23 days ago
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- More than a year after Dakota Briley was pinned between vehicles in a crash along Kamehameha Highway, his family is seeking accountability through a lawsuit against the city and state. The lawsuit raises questions about roadside parking safety and plans dating back to 2005 for parking away from the highway.
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- Lea Salonga on Hawaii Symphony Orchestra performances, role in DreamWorks’ ‘Forgotten Island’
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- 7:50
- Date posted
- 23 days ago
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- Tony Award-winning actress and singer Lea Salonga shared her excitement about performing with the Hawaii Symphony Orchestra this weekend, as well as other recent achievements like playing the antagonist in the DreamWorks animated film “Forgotten Island.” The Broadway star will have two performances with the orchestra on Saturday, October 17, and Sunday, October 18, at the Neal S. Blaisdell Concert Hall in Honolulu.
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- Honolulu Police Department reassigns 100 officers to patrol amid staffing shortages
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- 2:26
- Date posted
- 23 days ago
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- Honolulu Police Chief David Lazar is reassigning 100 officers to patrol as the department faces a shortage of hundreds of officers and rising overtime costs. The changes are expected to take effect within two weeks, with Lazar saying patrol must be the department’s core mission.
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- Aloha Friday Weather Forecast | Breezy conditions with scattered showers across Hawaii
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- 3:11
- Date posted
- 23 days ago
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- Stronger trade winds and a series of moisture bands will bring more frequent showers to the islands through the weekend. The Big Island could see scattered showers first Friday afternoon, followed by increased shower activity across the other islands Friday night into Saturday.
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- Chamber of Commerce of Hawaii's Young Professionals program tackles state’s affordability crisis
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- 2:18
- Date posted
- 23 days ago
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- Hawaii's high cost of living continues to challenge residents across the state. The Chamber of Commerce of Hawaii's Young Professionals program was held in Waikiki on Thursday focused on potential solutions and the role the next generation can play in addressing affordability.
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- Three more Hawaii schools locked down amid threat investigations
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- 2:21
- Date posted
- 23 days ago
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- Three more Hawaii campuses were placed on lockdown Thursday amid an ongoing investigation into school threats. At La Pietra, students and parents described a frightening experience after a phone threat prompted emergency procedures.
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- La Pietra School all-clear after being put on lockdown following threatening phone call
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- 0:52
- Date posted
- 23 days ago
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- Honolulu police gave an all-clear after responding to a school lockdown at La Pietra following a threatening phone call on Thursday morning.
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- Island Life Live FULL SHOW October 15, 2026
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- 40:04
- Date posted
- 23 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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- Stuck in a Pipe? How an RC Car Rescued This Utah Kitten
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- 0:29
- Date posted
- 23 days ago
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- A kitten stuck inside a drain pipe in Utah is safe and uninjured thanks to some quick thinking and a remote-controlled car. When water department officials realized the furry feline was in a hard-to-reach spot, they got crafty and decided to use an unconventional method to help the animal out. An operator deployed a remote-controlled vehicle into the drain pipe, slowly inching the car in right behind the trapped kitten. Using a gentle "tush push" technique, the RC car carefully nudged the hesitant kitten forward until it was safely flushed out of the pipe. While the cat didn't seem entirely thrilled by the unusual method, the clever rescue worked perfectly and the kitten emerged without a scratch.
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- Oahu shelters overwhelmed: how you can help stray pets
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- 0:50
- Date posted
- 23 days ago
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- The Hawaiian Humane Society is caring for nearly 1,300 animals across Oahu — well beyond what their facilities were built to hold — and is asking the community to step in through fostering, donations, and other forms of support.
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- UH Manoa turns trash into Wizard of Oz magic at Kennedy Theater
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- 2:06
- Date posted
- 23 days ago
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- UH Mānoa's Kennedy Theater is staging a new production of "The Wizard of Oz" set in a landfill — where discarded, everyday objects are transformed into costumes and sets, running October 23rd through Halloween.
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- Inside Haiti's Capital: An Eerie Patrol in Gang Territory
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- 1:15
- Date posted
- 23 days ago
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- An exclusive, ground-level look at daily life inside Haiti's gang-controlled capital. The central downtown area has been under gang occupation for so long that parts of the city are completely overgrown and being reclaimed by nature. The report follows a new UN-mandated gang suppression force comprised of Chadian soldiers as they patrol the eerie, barricaded streets at dawn and dusk. Due to the extreme danger, residents living under gang rule are forced to make desperate breaks at first light, navigating raw sewage and abandoned bodies just to find work or bring food back to their families. Currently operating at only a third of its intended size, the Chadian military presence marks the 15th international mission deployed to try and resolve Haiti's ongoing security crisis. The footage reveals the terrifying reality of a city held hostage by violence and the enormous challenge facing the outnumbered international forces tasked with pushing the gangs back.
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- Loco moco in the sky? Hawaiian Airlines upgrades its menu
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- 0:31
- Date posted
- 23 days ago
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- Hawaiian Airlines is upgrading its in-flight dining experience with locally inspired dishes like loco moco, crafted by award-winning chefs, available on select First Class and international Business Class flights starting next Wednesday.
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- New $156M elementary school coming to Ho'opili in Kapolei
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- 2:02
- Date posted
- 23 days ago
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- A $156 million elementary school is coming to the Ho'opili community, with construction set to begin in March 2027 and doors expected to open for the 2029-2030 school year.
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- New affordable kupuna housing opens in Honolulu
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- 1:57
- Date posted
- 23 days ago
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- A new affordable housing community with 250 units for seniors has officially opened its doors on Oahu, marking another step in addressing the island's growing housing need.
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- Thursday Weather | Trades strengthen today as more showers move in for the weekend
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- 0:30
- Date posted
- 23 days ago
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- Moderate to breezy trade winds will bring passing showers to Hawaii today, mainly over windward and mountain areas. More frequent showers are expected from Friday night through early next week.
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- Social Security benefits set for biggest increase since 2023
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- 0:34
- Date posted
- 23 days ago
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- Social Security payments will rise 3.6% next year, but some recipients say the increase still won’t be enough to keep up with the rising cost of living.
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- US Military Plans Point to "Mother of All Bombs" Use in Iran
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- 1:37
- Date posted
- 23 days ago
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- The U.S. military has developed new strike plans against Iran that could potentially involve using the "Mother of All Bombs" (MOAB), the largest non-nuclear weapon in the American arsenal. According to officials familiar with the matter, options include potential attacks on Iranian energy infrastructure and deeply buried nuclear sites, such as Pickaxe Mountain. While military planning routinely gives the president a range of options, sources are already questioning whether the MOAB would be effective. Designed to create an enormous surface blast, experts warn it is not a deep-penetration warhead capable of destroying fortified facilities protected by layers of rock. Furthermore, its extensive blast radius creates a serious risk of civilian casualties. The potential steep escalation comes as President Trump's administration faces growing pressure to find an off-ramp and bring the deeply unpopular war to a close, with officials reportedly considering strikes that could provide a symbol...
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- 5 Baby Orangutans Found Abandoned: The Brutal Reality of Smuggling
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- 2:05
- Date posted
- 23 days ago
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- Authorities in India are investigating a massive illegal wildlife trafficking network after five baby orangutans were found huddled and abandoned in a forest. The critically endangered apes are native to the rainforests of Indonesia—thousands of miles away from where they were discovered. The shocking find highlights the brutality of the global illegal wildlife trade, a lucrative business worth up to $20 billion annually. A former wildlife trafficker explains how rare and exotic animals are often torn from their mothers, openly advertised on social media, and sold to international collectors or private zoos. During the brutal smuggling journey, many animals suffer in cramped cages or die in transit. While the five rescued orangutans are now safe and recovering at a zoo in India, authorities warn that weak enforcement makes it difficult to permanently dismantle these criminal networks. Watch to learn how this illicit pipeline operates and the devastating toll it takes on endangered ...
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- Inflation Report: Why Your Paycheck Isn't Going as Far
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- 1:12
- Date posted
- 23 days ago
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- The cost of living continues to climb, with annual inflation rising to 3.7% according to the latest Consumer Price Index report. A major driver of the increase is the surging cost of gasoline, which jumped more than 9% in September. The national average for regular gas recently reached $4.33 a gallon—up $1.25 from just a year ago, according to AAA. Beyond the pump, Americans are feeling the squeeze across everyday expenses like groceries and housing. For many families, the biggest concern is that overall prices are rising at a faster pace than wages, meaning paychecks are no longer stretching far enough to cover basic needs. This latest economic data arrives just weeks before critical midterm elections. With consumer anxiety high over the struggle to afford daily expenses, the continuing inflation challenges could become a deciding factor for voters and impact whether Republicans are able to maintain control of Congress.
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- 18-year-old Kailua-Kona man dies in possible diving accident
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- 1:09
- Date posted
- 24 days ago
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- Hawaii Island police are investigating a possible drowning after 18-year-old Joven Young was reported missing while diving off Pebble Beach near Captain Cook. Search and rescue crews found him about three hours later. An autopsy has been ordered to determine the cause of death.
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- Waialua residents demand more police, faster response times
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- 2:15
- Date posted
- 24 days ago
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- Waialua residents gathered for a talk story session with police leadership to discuss public safety concerns in their community. For Waialua residents, one of the biggest issues is public safety. Council member Matt Weyer emphasized the urgency of addressing patrol needs in the area.
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- Thursday Weather Forecast | Showers increase across Hawaii as trade winds strengthen
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- 3:34
- Date posted
- 24 days ago
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- Trade winds are expected to strengthen Thursday and Friday, bringing more showers to windward and mauka areas through the weekend. A new northwest swell could also push north shore surf back into double digits by Friday through Sunday.
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- Oahu pop-up market aims to help Kauai businesses stay afloat
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- 1:57
- Date posted
- 24 days ago
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- Kauai artisans are hoping for a boost from Oahu shoppers as they work to recover from Hurricane Lowell. The Art and Flea pop-up market will feature more than a dozen Garden Isle vendors, along with live music, food and other small businesses.
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- Hawaii's new bond proposal aims to ease housing costs for buyers
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- 3:12
- Date posted
- 24 days ago
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- Hawaii is exploring a new way to pay for infrastructure around housing developments that could reduce home costs by tens of thousands of dollars. State and county leaders are proposing RISE bonds, which would be paid from future tax revenue generated by new developments rather than upfront costs.
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- St. Andrew's grad aims high in aviation industry
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- 2:27
- Date posted
- 24 days ago
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- A local graduate is setting her sights on a career in aviation after completing her studies at Saint Andrews Schools, the Priory. The class of 2026 at the Priory marked a milestone as the last all-female graduating class before the campus transitions to co-education. Among the graduates, Reina Chia has charted a unique path in the aviation industry.
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- Jeff Rasmussen Performs His Original "Without You"
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- 4:14
- Date posted
- 24 days ago
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- From his latest Anthology album, award-winning singer/songwriter Jeff Rasmussen shares his original piece written for his late brother kumu hula Hōkū Rasmussen "Without You"
Wai Wednesday is a weekly segment of the Summer Conservation Concert Series sponsored by the Board of Water Supply. It features the trendiest, hottest music makers in the islands. Enjoy the performance and be sure to check out Jeff’s Island Life Live interview right here on on our YouTube channel
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- Hauʻoli Lā Hānau on this October 14, 2026
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- 1:17
- Date posted
- 24 days ago
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- Celebrating October 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!
