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Unlock the Best Black Friday Deals Without Breaking the Bank

Learn how to shop like a pro this Black Friday with smart strategies and tips to snag the best deals while avoiding overspending.

The Best 1-Mile Races in the United States

Theres races are great for everyone, whether your goal is to just cross the finish line or hit a new personal best.

Lockheed Martin F-22 Raptor

The Lockheed Martin F-22 Raptor is a supersonic twin-engine stealth fighter. Designed as an air superiority fighter it has evolved into a multirole

Hollister man dead, 2 others swept into ocean by large surf in Hawaii

Honolulu Police Department says that a San Benito County man died after being swept into the ocean by a large surf on Oahu’s North Shore on Monday.

Servite’s showdown against St. John Bosco encounters twist with departure of opposing QB

Braves junior Matai Fuiava has transferred to Kahuku in Hawaii just days before a Trinity League game against the Friars at SoFi Stadium.

Trump Withheld Disaster Aid in the Past. His Old Subordinates Say He’ll do it Again.

“He even wanted to pull the Navy out of Hawaii because they didn’t vote for him. We were appalled—these are American civilians the government is meant to provide for. The idea of withholding aid is antithetical to everything you want from in a leader.

3 Unique Mai Tais to Try in Honolulu

Mention a mai tai and people might think of dimly lit bars adorned with tiki torches and wooden masks, or maybe people lounging under swaying palms

Training changes on the horizon for Army Guardsmen

Matt Parker, Oregon Army National Guard, at the Joint Readiness Training Center, Fort Johnson, La., July 18, 2024. (1st Sgt. Zachary Holden/U.S. Army) The Army National Guard must find new ways to train in a limited number of days each year so that their formations are ready to fight large-scale combat operations when called,

Wednesday Weather - Red Flag Warning in effect across the state

Red Flag Warning from 10 AM this morning to 6 PM HST this evening for all leeward areas of the islands.

Ashton Jeanty to Cowboys in ESPN's 2025 NFL Mock Draft amid Ezekiel Elliott Buzz

Boise State running back Ashton Jeanty's 17 rushing touchdowns in six games have him on track for both a historic junior college season and a potential

Japanese killer of woman, son in Hawaii dies in U.S. prison

A Japanese inmate serving time for murdering a woman and her son in Hawaii in 1994 died Monday after being stabbed by his cellmate in a prison in the state, according to local media. Raita Fukusaku, 59,

Man visiting Hawaii dies, 2 others injured after being swept into ocean by large surf

HONOLULU ( KHNL /Gray News) - A Hawaii visitor has died and two others were injured after a large surf swept them into the ocean. According to Honolulu Ocean Safety, the tragedy happened on Oahu’s North Shore at Ke Iki Beach Monday morning when the waves were 6 to 8 feet high.

Second victim dies after Monday rescue from high surf on Oahu's North Shore

The 72-year-old Oklahoma woman who was critically injured in high surf on Oahu’s North Shore on Monday has died, increasing the death toll to two.

House District 32: Meet Your 2024 Hawaii Election Candidates

Hawaii House District 42 covers Portions of Varona Village, Ewa, and Kapolei, Fernandez Village The only news outlet in Hawaii dedicated to public affairs reporting. Our mission is to engage and educate the community on important public issues through in-depth reporting, explanatory and investigative journalism, analysis and commentary.

GMS Multicultural Day highlights global cultures

Green Meadow School hosted its annual Multicultural Day last Oct. 11, transforming the Chalan Kanoa campus into a lively celebration of global cultures. The event featured cultural booths, dance performances,

Hailey Bieber sports $5K bracelet dedicated to son Jack Blues

Hailey Bieber debuted a HIE Hawaii bracelet engraved with “Jack Blues,” the name of her son, who was born in August.

Maui wildfire survivors will get an additional year of housing help from FEMA

LAHAINA, Hawaii -- Survivors of last year's deadly wildfire that decimated a historic Maui town will receive an additional year of housing assistance from the Federal Emergency Management Agency. Housing has been a major challenge in recovering from the Aug. 8, 2023, Lahaina wildfire that killed at least 102 people and displaced 12,000.

‘NCIS’ franchise learns to time travel with prequel series ‘Origins’

As humans in a changing world we crave continuity, reliability. Before we walk into a room, we like to be fairly certain of what we’ll find — walls, floor, furniture, not hot coals or clouds of poison gas.

How a Man Imprisoned in New York Could Sway a Key House Race in Alaska

Eric Hafner, who is serving a 20-year sentence, is running to represent a state in which he has never set foot. He could play the spoiler under Alaska’s ranked-choice system.

Court documents reveal names of officers allegedly shot at during Volcano incident

Court documents filed by police identify officers involved in the apprehension of a man alleged to have held off police for about 24 hours in an armed standoff last week in Volcano.

Man convicted in Fujita murders is stabbed to death at Halawa

A Japanese national convicted in the 1994 shooting deaths of a psychic and her son was allegedly stabbed to death in the Halawa Correctional Facility early Monday morning by his 38-year-old cellmate.

PUC probing utility’s role in deadly Maui fire

The state Public Utilities Commission has issued more than 30 information requests totaling nearly 200 questions to Hawaiian Electric as part of an ongoing investigation into the Aug. 8, 2023, Lahaina wildfire,

Civil Beat: How Profiling A Candidate For UH President Turned Up A Serious Complaint

Wendy Hensel says Civil Beat got the facts wrong about a law professor's accusations. But what she's not telling you is how the professor came to file the complaint in the first place.

Richard Wiens: Lawmakers Introduce Too Many Bills

During the two sessions of the 2023-2024 biennium, 5,810 bills were introduced, according to the Legislative Reference Bureau. Of those, 536 were approved by both the House and the Senate, and 516 survived the final threat of gubernatorial veto to actually became laws.

This Hawaii brigade is putting ‘Transformation in Contact’ to the test

Soldiers are testing new concepts as they maneuver across the tropical terrain of Pacific islands in a wide-ranging exercise.

State extends interim plant quarantine rule amid CRB infestation on Oʻahu

The department’s Advisory Committee on Plants and Animals just approved a rule to stop the movement of all potential CRB breeding material from Oʻahu to other islands.

Elected officials and guests join union picket line

CINDY ELLEN RUSSELL / CRUSSELL @STARADVERTISER.COM UNITE HERE Local 5 hotel workers at Hilton Hawaiian Village Waikiki Beach Resort are in their third week of striking. Becky Vieira of Walnut Creek, Calif.

Resident affected by Maui wildfire visits flooded North Carolina town to lend a hand

A Kula resident who’s been heavily involved in his community’s fire recovery just returned from hurricane-stricken North Carolina. HPR’s Catherine Cluett Pactol talked with him about his experience and the comparisons he draws between fire and flood disasters.

One dead, two hospitalized after being pulled from rough surf on Oahu's North Shore

One person is dead and two others hospitalized after being pulled from the water just off Ke Iki Beach on Oahu’s North Shore, Monday morning.

Public asked to weigh in on potential Hawaii Gas rate increase

HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - The public is being asked to weigh in on a potential rate increase for Hawaii Gas — the state’s regulated gas utility. The utility recently filed a request with the Hawaii Public Utilities Commission (PUC) for a proposed rate adjustment. They’re seeking to have a total revenue increase of approximately 17.67%.

Candidate Q&A: US Senate — Mazie Hirono

The following came from Mazie Hirono, Democratic candidate for U.S. Senate. Her opponents are Shelby Billionaire of the We The People party; Republican Bob McDermott and Green Party candidate Emma Pohlman. Go to Civil Beat’s Election Guide for general information, and check out other candidates on the General Election Ballot.

Nine bus routes restored for Hawaii Island and Maui

Today -- public school students head back to class after fall break. So you can expect more traffic out on our roadways. But some good news for students on Hawaii

Oahu's North Shore on Alert as 'Aggressive' Shark Sighted Near Haleiwa Beach

An 8-10 foot aggressive shark was spotted at Ali'i Beach on Oahu's North Shore, leading to posted warning signs.

Chinese ballistic missile launch stirs apprehension

COURTESY CHINESE MILITARY China’s firing of an intercontinental ballistic missile in September has created diplomatic ripples. In September the Chinese military launched an intercontinental ballistic missile that flew 7,

Boise State’s rush just too much for Hawaii

UH quarterback Brayden Schager was sacked eight times against a six-in-the-box attack; the receivers dropped six passes, and the Warriors committed 11 penalties for 95 yards.

Jeanty rushes for 217 yards and TD, catches TD pass and Boise State downs Hawaii 28-7

Ashton Jeanty accounted for 237 all-purpose yards and scored two touchdowns to lead No. 17 Boise State to a 28-7 win over Hawaii.