Resist resolution to reverse recent gains in Hawaii housing reform
If we want to solve Hawaii’s housing shortage, we need to embrace change. My prime example at the moment is the importance of defending Act 39. State lawmakers enacted this landmark housing reform measure last year with the intent of expanding the use of accessory dwelling units as a way to help ease Hawaii’s housing...
Fire officials are reminding the public about fire safety
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Hawaii faces growing OB-GYN shortage, leaving many women waiting months for care
HONOLULU (Island News) - Across Hawaii, women say finding an OB-GYN is becoming increasingly difficult, with some waiting months for appointments or being told care is only available if they’re pregnant. From Honolulu to Hilo, several clinics are booked far in advance, while others aren’t accepting new patients at...
Family argues helicopter maker is liable in fatal Hawaii crash
HONOLULU (CN) — The Ninth Circuit Wednesday grilled attorneys over whether a decades-old aviation law should shield a helicopter manufacturer from liability when it replaces parts with the same reportedly defective design that caused a fatal crash. The hearing, held at the University of Hawaii William S. Richardson...
Nanakuli building fire classified ‘incendiary’; $700K in damage reported
The initial call came in just after 3 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 7 when flames broke out at a two-story apartment on Helelua Place.
HPD credits new operation with permanently shutting down illegal game rooms
HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - The Honolulu Police Department says a new operation is not only shutting down illegal game rooms, it’s keeping them closed for good. “Every time one of these game rooms comes into a neighborhood, it brings along with them guns and violence and drugs and other issues,” said Honolulu City...
Morning Beat: Addressing road safety as number of Hawaii traffic deaths skyrocket
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HPD wants more surveillance cameras at popular attractions
HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - A regular visitor of the Halona Blowhole Lookout, East Oahu resident Paul Keel is well aware of the numerous vehicle break-ins that plagued the popular sightseeing location for years. “It was really heartbreaking to see people who had their personal items stolen,” Keel said. “It could’ve...
Man arrested in connection with attempted murder in Kalihi
HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - A man wanted in connection with an attempted murder in Kalihi has been arrested. According to the Honolulu Police Department, on Sept. 17, at around 10:20 p.m., in the Kalihi area, a man was shot at but not injured by the suspect, later identified as Bryce Bruno, 20.
Man indicted in connection to Waikiki bank robbery involving pepper spray
Charles Christian, 66, who is accused of attempting to rob the First Hawaiian Bank Waikiki branch using pepper spray was indicted on Tuesday. Christian turned himself in to the FBI after learning that his actions harmed 18 people. The suspect's bail was set at $100,000 and his next court date is scheduled for Monday,...
