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Oahu's Andy South advances on Project Runway Video included

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An Oahu designer has advanced on the hit fashion design show, Project Runway. Season eight kicked off... More>>

Killing of peacocks has East Oahu residents crying foul Video included

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Wildlife officials have killed 18 peacocks in East Oahu. Some people are thrilled the noisy birds are gone... More>>

Hawaii's first Bed Bath & Beyond opens August 5th

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Bed, Bath & Beyond is officially coming to Hawaii. On August 5, the old Circuit City building at Pearlridge Center... More>>

Whale carcass washed ashore near Hana

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A huge whale carcass first seen on Tuesday washed ashore near Hana. It was found floating off... More>>

Police: Waikiki stabbing was unprovoked

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A California man is in a Honolulu jail cell Friday on a charge of attempted murder. Witnesses say Matheu Hongel... More>>

Red flag fire warning in effect for leeward sides of all islands

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The strengthening winds combined with the lack of rain for leeward sides have prompted a red flag... More>>

Hawaii ranked 5th nationally for beach water quality Video included

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To many critics, Hawaii has some of the best beaches in the world... More>>

Kalapana Gardens residents can't control lava, but may control sightseers Video included

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Residents of the Kalapana Gardens subdivision on the Big Island of Hawaii have had to deal with lava... More>>

Poamoho fire robs community of gathering place Video included

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When help reached Poamoho Camp Thursday night, the club house on Akau Street was all but gone... More>>

DOE laying off about 40 clerical staff workers

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The state Department of Education is laying off about 40 clerical staff workers as part of an effort to save $142 million... More>>

In a summer of suffering, America's military death toll in Afghanistan is rising, with back-to-back... More>>

Hawaiian Electric seeking 3.1 percent rate hike

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Hawaiian Electric has asked the state Public Utilities Commission to approve a 3.1 percent rate increase... More>>

Hikers stranded above Pali Highway are safe

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The fire department says both men are safe. The two got stranded in the mountains above the Pali Highway... More>>

UN: Hawaii marine monument a World Heritage site

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The United Nations has named a marine monument north of the main Hawaiian islands a World Heritage... More>>

Kauai man killed in early morning crash

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A Kilauea man was killed in a vehicle crash early Friday morning. Police say 22-year-old Alexander Texeira... More>>

Matson to expand; parent A&B posted larger profit

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Matson Navigation has revealed imminent plans for substantial expansion of its service to China as... More>>

Big Island man dies after car plunges down embankment

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Police say a 20-year-old man died when he crashed in Kailua-Kona on Palani Road. It happened at 12:45... More>>

Deputy sheriffs arrest man they say tried to run them down Video included

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Deputy sheriffs arrested a man they say tried to run them down with his car Thursday morning. Kevin Pacheco... More>>

Noshir Gowadia awaiting verdict in alleged spy case

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A federal jury has begun deliberations in the trial of a former B-2 stealth bomber engineer accused of... More>>

Great white shark sightings close Cape Cod beach

Officials have closed five miles of a Cape Cod beach after a spotter pilot saw three more great white sharks, including one swimming about 100 yards from a party on the sand. More>>

Abercrombie, Hannemann, push their platforms at a Waikiki forum Video included

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Democratic rivals Neil Abercrombie and Mufi Hannemann laid out their platforms for economic development... More>>

Hawaii couples sue state over civil unions Video included

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Sean Smith and his same-sex partner, Kale Taylor, have been together for five years. They share an... More>>

Big Island lava: second flow enters ocean

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Lava is spilling into the ocean at two different spots in Kalapana on the Big Island. It's about 600 yards... More>>

Police: masked males robbed Kaneohe computer gaming shop

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Three males were arrested after police say they robbed a Kaneohe business and assaulted the owner and... More>>

Robbery suspect who was shot by father is ex Honolulu police officer

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The man who was shot by his father inside a Laie home Sunday, allegedly during a botched robbery, is a former Honolulu police... More>>

Conference coming to Hawaii sparks worldwide coverage Video included

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The Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) will be a gathering of world leaders in Honolulu next... More>>

Hawaii venture capital group endorses Abercrombie

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The Hawaii Venture Capital Association endorsed Democrat Neil Abercrombie in his run for governor... More>>

Carpenters Union endorses Mufi Hannemann

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The Carpenters Union announced Thursday they are endorsing former Honolulu mayor Mufi Hannemann... More>>

Motorcyclist dies in Big Island crash

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A Keaau man died Thursday after crashing his motorcycle in the Ainaloa subdivision in Pahoa. Police say... More>>

Lawsuit over suspect's death while in Maui police custody moves forward Video included

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A civil rights lawsuit filed by the family of a terroristic threatening suspect who died while in police custody on Maui... More>>

Dela Cruz dropping out of mayor's race Video included

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Donovan Dela Cruz announced Thursday that he is dropping out of the race for Honolulu mayor...

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Mexican national sentenced in Hawaii drug case

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A Mexican national who pleaded guilty to federal methamphetamine trafficking charges in Honolulu has... More>>

Judge temporarily halts Oahu trash shipments to Washington state

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US District Court judge Edward Shea issued a temporary restraining order on Thursday, denying... More>>

Rail station design contract awarded; governor in no rush on EIS

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The Governor says she's in no rush to sign off on the city's rail project. Wednesday, the city awarded a $5.5 million... More>>

Female inmate who collapsed and died at OCCC identified

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The Medical examiner's office has identified a woman who died at the OCCC early Thursday. Renee... More>>

Bail tripled for Maui man who fatally shot son

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Bail for a Maui man convicted of fatally shooting his son has been tripled to $1.5 million. Joe D. Antonio is being... More>>

Man dies in Iwilei crash Video included

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A Haleiwa man is dead following a collision in Iwilei. It happened just before 9:45 PM Wednesday... More>>

Hawaii sending last of tax refunds

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The last of Hawaii tax refunds are being mailed this week after they had been delayed because of state government... More>>

‘Iron Chef’ Morimoto looking to staff new Waikiki restaurant. Video included

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Known for his Japanese cooking on cooking show Iron Chef and Iron Chef America, Chef Masaharu Morimoto will be opening a restaurant in Waikiki... More>>

Fire destroys Palolo Valley home

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Fire destroyed a home in Palolo Valley late Wednesday afternoon. It started just after 5:00 PM. It took... More>>

Cheap Eats: Da Hui's Kitchen Video included

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Lyle and Russ usually try to find places off the beaten path, but not this week. Today they're right in... More>>

Koa Ridge project nearing final ruling Video included

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The beauty of Koa Ridge carries as far as the eye can see. The farm land is green and growing.  In renderings... More>>

Former Schofield soldier sentenced for Waikiki rape, UH dorm break-ins Video included

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Honolulu prosecutors on Wednesday sought a 60-year prison sentence for a former Schofield Barracks soldier convicted of sexually... More>>

Councilmember Tam files for mayoral run

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He's under criminal investigation for making errors on his city reimbursement forms, but Rod Tam isn't... More>>

Police searching for man who robbed Kahala bank

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Police are searching for a man who robbed the Kahala branch of Bank of Hawaii Wednesday morning. At... More>>

Feds investigating death of monk seal pup found off Niihau

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Federal officials are investigating the death of an endangered Hawaiian monk seal pup found on a... More>>

Hawaii Fire Fighters Association endorsing Caldwell for mayor Video included

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The Hawaii Fire Fighters Association is endorsing Kirk Caldwell for Honolulu mayor. The union says Caldwell, the... More>>

Hawaii Tourism Authority: Visitor arrivals climb in June

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The Hawaii Tourism Authority reports the state hosted 13.6 percent more visitors in June than it did... More>>

First lady asking everyone to sign president's birthday card

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First Lady Michelle Obama is looking for a new way to wish her husband a happy birthday and she... More>>

Wanted Wednesday: Caroline Kaina Video included

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Caroline Kaina broke into a rental car after a fight with her boyfriend. She got jail time for that crime, but now she ... More>>

Smart grid rollout stalls in Hawaii

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A proposal for a broad rollout of smart grid electric technology in Hawaii is stalling. The Hawaii Public Utilities Commission... More>>

The House on Tuesday sent President Barack Obama a major war-funding increase of $33 billion to... More>>

A passenger jet that officials suspect veered off course in monsoon rains and thick clouds crashed into... More>>

New York man dies after being struck by car in Kaneohe

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57-year-old Douglas Shrader, Jr of New York died after he was hit by a car exiting the Shell station... More>>

Fishing tournament targets invasive fish Video included

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Local divers will be competing in a tournament targeting invasive fish. The "Westside Roi Reckoning"... More>>

Fisherman who harassed NOAA observer prosecuted and deported

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A fisherman who admitted to sexually harassing a NOAA fisheries observer was deported to the Philippines... More>>

UH study: Chemical munitions pose no threat for now Video included

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They're safe for now. There's no threat to humans or the ocean so far. That's word from the University of Hawaii (UH) about a military chemical... More>>

AlohaCare Monthly Check Up: Cord blood donations Video included

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A precious, life-saving resource is thrown away everyday at Hawaii hospitals. Many parents don't even... More>>

Oceanic Time-Warner: all service now restored after undersea cable break Video included

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Oceanic Time Warner Cable is reporting that all service has been restored after some parts of the islands... More>>

Attorney objects to Lingle appointee for Chief Justice Video included

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In a letter to the Hawaii Bar Association, attorney Eric Seitz calls Katherine Leonard "ill equipped... More>>

Hospital gets court permission to force mentally ill killer to take medication Video included

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A mentally ill man committed to the Hawaii State Hospital after he killed his mother and aunt six years ago has been refusing... More>>

Hawaii named as finalist in 'Race to the Top' for education funding Video included

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35 states, plus the district of Columbia applied. Hawaii is among the 19 chosen as Race to the Top finalists... More>>

Grand jury indicts man accused of trying to kill business partner

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An Oahu grand jury on Tuesday determined there's enough evidence to send a man to trial for allegedly trying to kill his... More>>

Democratic candidates for governor pitch economic plans

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Hawaii's Democratic candidates for governor are proposing competing economic plans, with Mufi Hannemann's... More>>

Funding for Kahuku wind farm finalized

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The US Department of Energy has finalized a $117 million loan guarantee for Kahuku Wind Power LLC... More>>

Drought beginning to impact Oahu farmer's market Video included

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Dried up fruits and flagging hopes are both growing at Kahumana Organic Farm in Waianae. The drought... More>>

Hawaii one of the first to get Nissan's new all-electric car

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Nissan announced Tuesday that Hawaii will be one of the first states to get its all-electric car. The company... More>>

Charges filed in killing of American Samoa police officer

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A man accused in the fatal shooting of a police officer in American Samoa has been charged with... More>>

Big Island police searching for fugitive

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Big Island police are searching for a suspected robber who escaped from police custody. Xanthin Berdon... More>>

Lava burns home, reaches ocean Video included

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The flow of molten rock from Kilauea finally reached a house in Kalapana, quickly devouring it... More>>

Video camera captures heart-breaking moment when lava devoured home Video included

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A Kalapana man is picking up the pieces after lava from Kilauea Volcano consumed his house Sunday. A video camera captured... More>>

United, Continental tell who will run the combined airline

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When United and Continental merge, the CEO and CFO will both come from Continental, while the COO will come from UAL. More>>

Mullen: Leak of Afghan materials may risk US lives

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The top U.S. military officer says the leak of U.S. military documents about Afghanistan could put American lives... More>>

Report: Health of humpback whales rated 'fair'

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A new report says the health of humpback whales within the Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National... More>>

Laie shooting victim charged with armed robbery

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A man who drove himself to a fire station after being shot inside a Laie home Sunday has been charged with armed robbery.... More>>

Former child TV star Lance Kerwin sentenced on Kauai

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Former child TV star Lance Kerwin has been placed on five years probation, given credit for 90 days served... More>>

Murder suspect in custody on Maui

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On Maui, police have a murder suspect in custody. Robert Chiarizia has been at large for the last several months... More>>

Controversial Ewa neighborhood board discusses complaints Video included

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"Can't we all get along?" A rhetorical question tonight at a meeting of current and former members... More>>

Kailua Beach drowning victim was Japanese visitor

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The medical examiner's office has identified a man who died Friday after going in the water at Kailua... More>>

Abercrombie and Hannemann trade shots on proposed audit Video included

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Despite their differences we found one thing the two leading contenders for governor agree on. Both Mufi... More>>

Big Island man connects with biological family after 63 years Video included

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We often joke that Hawaii is so small, chances are there's someone you're related to and don't even know... More>>

Hawaii sailors glad to be near home on-board U.S.S. Ronald Reagan Video included

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More than 60 aircrafts and 4,500 people call the U.S.S. Ronald Reagan home. A handful of Hawaii... More>>

Akaka Bill gains more support Video included

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Two more groups gave the nod to the Akaka Bill. Now both the Office of Hawaiian Affairs and the... More>>

Bath and Body works to open first Hawaii store

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Bath and Body Works, the retailer of soaps, home fragrances and personal care products, is set to... More>>

Bankoh posts $47 million Q2 profit

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Bank of Hawaii Corp. made a $47 million second quarter profit, up 48% from the same time last year, and... More>>

Hawaii immigration services to be limited

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Fewer immigration services will be available starting Monday while Honolulu's U.S. Citizenship and Immigration... More>>

Honolulu exports worth more than $2 billion annually

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Jet fuel, bottled water, pineapples and vacation services add up to billions of dollars in export value... More>>

Beach sweeps leave animal shelter overrun with pets Video included

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Recent Nanakuli beach sweeps resulted in an abundance of dogs and cats that need homes... More>>

Fire at Pearl City auto shop intentionally set

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Fire officials now say that an early morning fire at a Pearl City auto repair business was intentionally... More>>

Laie man in custody on suspicion of attempted murder

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A Laie man is in police custody on suspicion of attempted murder. Paramedics were called to the... More>>

Maui County reelection campaign: SHOPO backs Mayor Tavares

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A major endorsement for Maui mayor Charmaine Tavares' re-election campaign. The State of Hawaii Organization... More>>

Search continues for man who robbed Kahala supermarket

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Police continue to search for a man who robbed the Times supermarket in Kahala Sunday morning... More>>

Obama calls on Senate to pass campaign money bill

President Barack Obama is imploring Republican senators to allow a vote on new campaign finance disclosure requirements, warning them not to resort to political delaying tactics that would block the legislation. More>>

Early morning crash leaves 11-year-old Waimanalo boy dead Video included

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Police say speed and alcohol are to blame and that two cars were racing along Kalanianaole Highway... More>>

Big Island fugitive arrested in Oregon

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Police in the Portland suburb of Beaverton arrested 19-year-old Rico Nasario, who slipped away from... More>>

State to reduce speed limit on Kamehameha Highway near Haleiwa Video included

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Oahu's North Shore commuters, get ready to slow down. Starting Monday, the speed limit in a heavily-used stretch of.... More>>

Makua brush fire contained Video included

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Honolulu firefighters are joined by federal fighters in helping to control a brush fire near the... More>>

Honolulu Advertiser's history auctioned off Video included

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Pieces of Hawaii's newspaper history are now in other's hands. On Saturday, the Honolulu Advertiser held an auction. Some came to buy, while... More>>

State's biggest public housing complex tries to close the door on bad perceptions Video included

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Closing the door on bad perceptions. The state's biggest public housing complex, known for its unsafe... More>>

Master navigator honored with sail Video included

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Friends and family of the famed master navigator Mau Piailug gathered to say a final farewell... More>>

Critical moped crash in Waialae Video included

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A man riding a stolen moped is in the hospital after crashing into another moped. Traffic... More>>

Hawaii Five-O wowing fans at Comic-Con Video included

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We know people here in the islands will be watching, but the cast of the new Hawaii Five-O want as many... More>>

Bonnie weakens to tropical depression over Gulf Video included

Bonnie has weakened to a tropical depression with winds near 35 mph (55 kph) after crossing Florida. More>>

California-bound flight forced to turn around

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A half hour after takeoff, a flight from Kona to San Francisco was forced to turn around Friday afternoon... More>>

Greater protection sought for Oahu's Kaena Point Video included

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Recreational abuse and abusers are wrecking the landscape on the Mokuleia side of Kaena Point... More>>

New body scanning technology coming to Honolulu Airport Video included

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New technology will arrive soon at the Honolulu International Airport. The Advanced Imaging Technology is... More>>

Honolulu police officer, family copes with loss of home Video included

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Devastated and dismayed. That's how an Ewa Beach family describes their feelings after seeing... More>>

Disney pumping big bucks into Hawaii's economy Video included

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Disney is hot on Hawaii. "Lilo and Stitch" was just the start. Now, two major Disney productions are... More>>

Reward offered in case of murdered Kauai woman

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Friends of Amber Jackson are offering a $10,000 reward for information leading to the arrest and... More>>

Schofield based soldier dies in Iraq

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The Department of Defense announced Friday the death of a soldier who was supporting Operation Iraqi Freedom... More>>

North Korea threatened to mount a powerful nuclear response to upcoming joint US-South Korean military... More>>

Democrats criticize Djou unemployment vote

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Democrats are sharply criticizing Hawaii Republican Rep. Charles Djou's vote against a measure to restore jobless... More>>

Federal law helps Hawaii's unemployed

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State will notify people who are potentially eligible for emergency unemployment compensation benefits... More>>

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The fire department says both men are safe. The two got stranded in the mountains above the Pali Highway... More>>

DOE laying off about 40 clerical staff workers

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The state Department of Education is laying off about 40 clerical staff workers as part of an effort to save $142 million... More>>

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Wildlife officials have killed 18 peacocks in East Oahu. Some people are thrilled the noisy birds... More>>

Police: Waikiki stabbing was unprovoked

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A California man is in a Honolulu jail cell Friday on a charge of attempted murder. Witnesses say Matheu Hongel... More>>

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The Medical examiner's office has identified a woman who died at the OCCC early Thursday. Renee... More>>

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The man who was shot by his father inside a Laie home Sunday, allegedly during a botched robbery, is a former Honolulu police... More>>

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