DHHL project goes to developer with ties to the agency’s leader
The state Department of Hawaiian Home Lands has selected a developer with ties to the agency’s leader to build out a big part of a homestead community on Hawaii island. Read more
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Tech View: 12 Days of Technology offers practical advice
Technology improves our lives in many ways, so it can be tempting to go overboard during the holidays. To ensure your holiday season is merry, here are 12 days of tech tips to keep you and your ohana safe and happy. Read more
A changing world challenges Japan’s pacifist self-image
During this year’s annual training rotation in the Hawaii portion of the Joint Pacific Multinational Training Center — a series of Army training ranges in Hawaii and Alaska — the Japan Self-Defense Forces made its debut at the exercise with 320 troops and 80 vehicles, making it the largest foreign participant. Read more
Kokua Line: Where are the Christmas parades?
Question: What is the schedule for Honolulu City Lights? We have guests coming in who might enjoy it. Also, where can we find information about other Christmas parades? Read more
Local crime boss’s cause of death still a mystery
The U.S. Attorney’s Office, District of Hawaii, announced Tuesday that no determination of foul play or suicide has been made in the death of Honolulu businessman and crime boss Michael J. Miske Jr. Read more
Kimo Alameda is sworn in as Hawaii island mayor
Alameda defeated incumbent Mitch Roth on Nov. 5 to become Hawaii County’s chief executive. Read more
On the Move: Larry Panzeri
Central Pacific Bank has announced it has hired Larry Panzeri as manager of the bank’s Kihei branch. Panzeri joins with more than 20 years’ experience in management and sales, previously serving as branch manager for numerous financial institutions on Maui, as well as in New York and Massachusetts. Read more
Hawaii Marines first to get ‘ship-killing’ missile launcher
The Marine Corps is in the midst of an ambitious makeover, shifting back to its roots as a naval fighting force focused on island and coastal operations. Read more
Kokua Line: Is Postal Service Christmas mailer correct?
Question: Are the Christmas ship-by dates in the Postal Service mailer correct? I thought Hawaii was earlier. Read more
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Babysitter found guilty in death of infant files motion for new trial
Dixie Villa, the babysitter found guilty of manslaughter in the Benadryl overdose death of 7-month-old infant Abigail Lobisch, is asking for a new trial, saying the child’s mother lied about sleeping with her baby and that an unknown witness has came forward. Read more
Aiea woman pleads guilty to federal conspiracy charge
A 50-year-old Aiea woman with an extensive criminal history who is a suspect in a September hit-and-run pleaded guilty Monday to conspiring to steal a check and credit card number from a man in his 90s. Read more
Hawaii State Archive to digitize Pearl Harbor memorial records
The state archive has an original concept sketch of the current USS Arizona Memorial by Austrian-born architect Alfred Preis. Read more
LAPD believes missing Maui woman in Mexico; no foul play suspected
The news follows a statement by LAPD Chief Jim McDonnell that Kobayashi “intentionally” missed her connecting flight at Los Angeles International Airport. Her family strongly disputed that statement. Read more
Taiwan president praises tech ties during Hawaii visit
Taiwan is a major producer of chips used in everything from cars to AI applications and is home to key Apple and Nvidia supplier TSMC. Read more
Expediting Japanese travel part of bigger push for visitors
Japanese travel to Hawaii will now be easier as Gov. Josh Green and the visitor industry continue to work to encourage more Japanese travel despite the weakness of the yen. Read more
Lahaina teacher runs in marathons for survivors
Lahaina Intermediate School teacher Nathan Kahaiali‘i is running his third Honolulu Marathon on Sunday. Read more
Honolulu Council wants study uniting paramedics with Fire Department
The apparent inability of the city’s ambulance service to respond to daily emergencies on a timely basis is of concern to many current and former first responders. Read more
Facebook founder’s donation aids affordable housing on Kauai
A donation from Priscilla Chan and Facebook founder Mark Zuckerberg will help make five homes on Kauai affordable to moderate- income households in perpetuity. Read more
Mid-Pacific accepts cryptocurrency
Mid-Pacific Institute has announced a new policy allowing cryptocurrency donations, highlighting the school’s commitment to embracing innovation and broadening opportunities for inclusive philanthropy. Read more
Honolulu Mayor Rick Blangiardi appoints new housing director
Kevin Auger, a real estate professional with nearly four decades of experience in housing development and commercial real estate investment banking, has served as deputy director of the Office of Housing since July 2023. Read more
Hawaii crime boss Miske found dead at detention center
Honolulu businessman Michael J. Miske Jr., 50, was found dead Sunday at the Federal Detention Center in Honolulu, where he had been held since his arrest in 2020 and was awaiting sentencing in January. Read more
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