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US Surgeon General: Hawaii’s homeless crisis won’t be solved with housing alone
Dr. Jerome Adams says problems in the islands go much deeper than a lack of housing.
‘She started swinging’: Clean-up volunteer punched in unprovoked attack
For years, the area has been plagued by drugs and violence.
Big Island builders design turn-key modular homes for low-income families
Pricing starts at just under $100,000.
Judge tosses confession from accomplice of alleged Big Island cop killer
“He had no remorse ... which was kind of the scary thing,” she said.
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Canoe club: Homeless camp is putting young paddlers’ safety in jeopardy
The situation is a disappointing setback, they say, after things had seemed to be getting better.
A hazardous discovery could cost the rail authority $10 million
“The fact that HART never realized that, never budgeted that, seems to be crazy."
Untested Waters: Feds take small steps toward inspecting more seafood
The FDA has a new strategy for imported food safety, and Congress has increased seafood inspection funds. But the U.S. still lags behind some other countries when it comes to inspections and regulations.
Souped-up urgent care clinic to play key role in housing Oahu’s homeless
It’s prime property for a first-of-its-kind project that’s intended to free up beds in Honolulu’s already overburdened hospitals.
‘The world knows the truth;’ Man framed by Kealohas speaks out for first time since historic verdict
Gerard Puana says the guilty verdicts restored his faith in a system that once prosecuted him for a crime he didn’t commit.
Council resolution demands agencies say how they’ll prevent more Kealoha-esque incidents
The measure calls for departments to review their management and ethical oversight procedures.
HPD training videos show disgraced Kealohas lecturing officers about ethics
It was mandatory for all officers to watch the training videos.
‘Holidays are the worst:’ Ex-con, defense attorney details life behind bars for Kealoha
Katherine Kealoha was convicted last week on federal conspiracy and obstruction charges.
State Supreme Court revokes Katherine Kealoha’s law license, pending appeal
The ruling was issued Wednesday by the Hawaii Supreme Court.
Katherine Kealoha’s attorney cites ethical issue in request to withdraw as counsel
The lawyer said there “appears to be an irretrievable breakdown in the attorney-client relationship, which cannot be reconciled.”
After guilty verdict, state moves to prevent Katherine Kealoha from practicing law
The office said Kealoha’s law license has been on voluntary inactive status “for some time.”
Watching Your Wallet: Experts say to shop around for the best deals on car insurance and cell phone plans
A NerdWallet financial expert offers tips on saving money on car insurance and cell phone bills: Watch this and don't pay for what you don't need.
Judge calls Katherine Kealoha a ‘corrupting influence,’ orders her jailed
Former power couple Katherine and Louis Kealoha were found guilty in one of the most-watched public corruption trials in Hawaii history.
The fallout from the Kealoha case could last for years ... and cost taxpayers millions more
The guilty verdicts are just the beginning.
What’s next? A look at the lingering questions now that the Kealoha verdict is in
Now that the so-called ‘Mailbox Trial’ is over, here are some of the other pressing questions regarding the corruption case.
Prosecutors prevail in bid to have Katherine Kealoha detained after conviction
“For over a decade, Katherine Kealoha has repeatedly flaunted the law, leaving countless victims in her wake."
With closing arguments complete, jurors in Kealoha ‘mailbox trial’ begin deliberations
“The motives in this case are greed, to maintain prestige and power."
Unsealed records: Kealoha was prosecuting cases despite ‘serious’ medical condition
The revelation is drawing concern about how she handled cases at the city Prosecutor's Office.
Legal expert: One witness stands out of the 70 in the Kealoha mailbox trial
Federal prosecutors say Katherine Kealoha manipulated her grandmother and stole hundreds of thousands of dollars from her, starting a family feud.
Report: A Honolulu renter needs to earn $40 an hour to afford a 2-bedroom
The latest Out of Reach report is more bad news for Hawaii renters.
Second urgent care clinic that caters to homeless set to open in Kaneohe
Patients can walk-in and be seen by a doctor, even if they don’t have any money.
Defense team rests in Kealoha trial; closing arguments set for next week
On Thursday, rebuttal witnesses will be called.
Katherine Kealoha adds new attorney mid-trial as prosecution rests its case
Defense attorneys will now get their opportunity to pick apart the evidence presented.
FEMA wants some eruption evacuees to return disaster assistance funds
“It’s like kicking somebody when they’re already down."
Newly-released evidence in Kealoha trial includes enhanced video of mailbox theft
The trial is set to resume next week.
Nanakuli residents at wits’ end over volatile homeless camp on federal property
"The situation has gotten worse and they’re not doing anything about it."
After 12 days and 55 witnesses, Kealoha ‘mailbox trial’ takes a week off
The Kealoha public corruption trial is taking a break after 12 days and 55 witnesses.
Experts: Lack of drug treatment to blame for surge in homeless dying on streets
The problem is even worse on the neighbor islands.
Expert testifies signatures on key documents in Kealoha case were likely forged
The handwriting expert was used to establish some key building blocks of the case.
‘Absolutely not’: Relative who Kealohas alleged stole their mailbox tells jurors he’s innocent
It's day 10 of the public corruption trial against the Kealohas.
‘Startling’ number of homeless are dying on Oahu streets, new numbers show
“It’s clear from the data that we gathered that living on the streets leads to an early death.”
After months of complaints, squatters who built a small village in Kalihi are kicked out
Just a few months ago, the area was plagued with homeless.
Prosecution’s questioning leaves judge in Kealoha corruption trial peeved
The third week of the so-called "mailbox trial" against the Kealohas kicked off Monday.
Kahului’s homeless crisis gets an unflattering comparison: It’s starting to look like Honolulu’s
“We want to keep Maui Maui.”
Key actors in federal ‘mailbox trial’ do a little ... acting
The unusual performance happened while federal public defender Ali Silvert was on the stand.
Deputy sheriff’s testimony in Kealoha trial gets him into hot water
The state has launched a misconduct investigation.
On the Big Island, homeless crisis has first responders stretched thin
“What we really lack is mental health resources.”
Kauai scrambles for solutions after number of unsheltered homeless doubles
“We need more shelters. But we need more housing as well."
In 5th day of ‘mailbox trial,’ government focuses on pivotal 2011 arrest
Seven witnesses took the stand Wednesday at the so-called "mailbox trial" against the Kealohas.
New arrivals who end up homeless test aloha, resources on Friendly Isle
"There comes a point where we have to say, ‘What about our people here on this island?'"
Kauai mayor wants island to be test site for controversial mental health plan
The idea is already generating opposition.
Completed questionnaires offer insight into prospective jurors for Kealoha trial
And many of them didn't hold back.
Louis Kealoha has ‘a temper’ and other things we learned in week 1 of the ‘mailbox trial’
The trial resumes Tuesday after the long holiday weekend.
Friday updates from federal court during the Kealoha corruption trial
The corruption trial against Louis and Katherine Kealoha continues in federal court on Friday.
Homicide detective who helped investigate Kealoha mailbox theft asked ‘Why us?’
On the stand, Akagi said he believed it was a conflict for homicide detectives to investigate the theft.
Despite shortage of beds for Big Island’s homeless men, shelter’s expansion hits red tape
“This is really an issue for all of us."
‘You are going to have to decide’: Prosecutors, defense make opening statements in Kealoha trial
The scope of the case is unprecedented.
‘The Mailbox Trial’: Public corruption case of unprecedented scope in Hawaii gets underway
At the center of the case: Ex-Police Chief Louis Kealoha and his wife, a former deputy city prosecutor.
Old UH dormitory to become apartments for Maui’s homeless families
The vision: Affordable apartments with onsite services to help keep residents from falling back into homelessness.
Defendants, attorney, alleged victims: Here’s who’s who in the Kealoha mailbox trial
It’s the most important public corruption trial the state has ever seen.
Doctors: Key witness won’t be able to testify in person at Kealoha trial
The elderly grandmother of Katherine Kealoha is not physically able to handle the stress that testifying would cause.
Nearly 200 prospective jurors already eliminated for Kealoha ‘mailbox trial’
Jurors were eliminated for a number of reasons, including connections to the parties, inability to be fair, or language or health issues.
First-time homeowners handed the keys to new affordable housing towers in Kakaako
A two-bedroom unit in Ke Kilohana measures about 750 square feet -- and prices start at around $473,000.
In bizarre twist, businessman labeled as ‘possible suspect’ in Kealoha mailbox theft
The man told HNN that he was stunned to be added to the case.
Honolulu mayor plans 3 tax hikes to cover future rail costs
Honolulu Mayor Kirk Caldwell has proposed a trio of tax increases to cover costs of a forthcoming rail line.
City slow to address fights, filth and lewdness that plague Waikiki pavilions
"They smell like marijuana and pee."
Watching Your Wallet: Spring housing market secrets revealed
Want to get top dollar for your home this spring? Or are you looking to buy your first home? NerdWallet gives tips for those on both sides of the equation.
Oahu hospital to launch ‘stabilization program’ for those in mental health crises
On the streets, the need is undeniable.