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Flurry of lawsuits shows both parties preparing for postelection challenges
For America’s two major political parties, Nov. 3 is shaping up to be an Election Day of mutual distrust. The proof is in the deluge of litigation already filed in courthouses around the country.
Puna man pleads not guilty to murder charge
A 49-year-old Puna man pleaded not guilty Friday in the shooting death of an Army combat veteran.
FlyDubai attack raises questions about pilot background checks
The violent cockpit attack by a co-pilot on a FlyDubai plane this week raised questions not only about his motivations but also about whether he might have evaded the background checks that most commercial airline pilots must undergo.
Congress leaves with a whimper, as the GOP braces for midterm pain
WASHINGTON — They tried and failed to bring up a bill that would limit, but not ban, congressional stock trading.
Pickup crashes into Longs at Prince Kuhio Plaza, injuring six
Police are investigating an incident in which a pickup truck crashed through the storefront of Longs Drugs at Prince Kuhio Plaza in Hilo on Thursday, injuring six people inside the business.
Design Recipes: Color without commitment
Love color but afraid of commitment? There are many ways to infuse color into your home in subtle as opposed to bold ways.
Police: Driver killed in rollover on North Kulani Road
Hawaii Island police are investigating a single-vehicle traffic collision Friday evening in Mountain View that left a man dead.
Ukraine war vets stop in Hawaii to speak about experiences
Mykola Melnyk never expected to go to war. He was a lawyer working in the Ukrainian parliament with a promising career ahead of him. But in 2014, everything changed when along with thousands of young Ukrainians, he participated in the Maidan Revolution that led to the removal of…
Hawaii County Weather Forecast for October 03, 2026
Tropical Storm Nolo strengthen once again to a hurricane this afternoon away from the islands. Drier air mass will encompass the region tonight into the...
Hawaii County Surf Forecast for October 03, 2026
A moderate, medium-period west to southwest swell originating from Nolo that has been affecting Niihau and Kauai will quickly fade tonight. Meanwhile, a...
UPDATE: Police locate missing 16-year-old considered endangered
Xian Kester Andres was found in good health in Hilo.
Police seek missing Kona man; have you seen the 22-year-old?
Caddy Devera was last seen at 10 a.m. Sept. 28 in the area of Manawaleʻa Street in Kailua-Kona and thought to be traveling to the area of Kekuaokalani Gymnasium, wearing a white shirt and black shorts with a black backpack.