Conservation groups voice concern for native birds with H5N1 on Oahu
The first confirmed cases of highly pathogenic avian influenza on Oahu is worrisome news for those dedicated to protecting endangered birds. Read more
Nina Wu
Nina Wu is a staff reporter at the Honolulu Star-Advertiser, covering sustainability issues, alternative energy and weather. She was previously arts page editor, a features reporter and business reporter, covering real estate and retail developments.
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Originally from the San Francisco Bay Area, she holds Master's degrees from UC Berkeley School of Journalism and The Fletcher School. She studied English and French literature as an undergraduate student and attended public schools K-12.
Her interests include running, yoga and dogs.
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First captive-bred Hawaiian crows released into Maui forest
Their release last month was a historic moment, according to state wildlife officials as it was the first attempt to reintroduce Hawaii’s native crow on Maui and the first release of captive-raised crows outside of Hawaii island. Read more
EMS stresses e-bike safety due to increase in injuries
Getting a bicycle to put under the Christmas tree this year? Read more
Hawaii reports 15th travel-related dengue case this year
The latest case comes about a month after the last travel-related case was reported Nov. 6 in a resident on Maui. Read more
Pearl Harbor ducks also test positive for H5N1
The Hawaii Department of Agriculture today confirmed that another backyard flock of birds infected with avian influenza was discovered in the Pearl Harbor area. Read more
Witnesses sought in hit-and-run of bicyclist at Volcanoes park
Park officials said the incident occurred at about 9:20 a.m. within park boundaries at the intersection of Highway 11 and the road to Namakanipaio Campground. Read more
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Wisdom the Laysan albatross has laid another egg at Midway
The bird, which is about 74 years old, has a new mate and has laid another egg. Read more
Wild duck with H5N1 was tested at refuge in Kahuku
The duck was alive, and showed no signs of infection when tested, according to officials. 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
Maui Council resolution supports health workers in labor fight
The resolution, introduced by West Maui Councilmember Tamara Paltin, passed unanimously, with one member excused. Read more
Kapi‘olani patients view ‘Moana 2’ at special event
The “Moana 2” party at Kapi‘olani was hosted by Disney and the Starlight Children’s Foundation. Read more
E-bike rider, 52, serious after vehicle collision on Ward Avenue
The crash between the e-bike rider and vehicle occurred near 920 Ward Avenue, with EMS responding to the scene at about 7 a.m. Tuesday. Read more
State asks public not to feed monk seal at Honokohau Harbor
DLNR’s aquatic resources and boating division have teamed up with The Marine Mammal Center to educate boaters and fishers not to feed the young monk seal. Read more
State adds guidelines for rescue of downed seabirds due to H5N1
During this time, young seabirds that rely on stars and moonlight to fly out to sea for the first time get disoriented by artificial lights at night. Read more
Hawaii visitor with guide dog files complaint over ride-sharing denials
Under the Americans with Disabilities Act, businesses that serve the public, including ride-sharing, generally must allow service animals to accompany people with disabilities in vehicles and facilities. Read more
DOH: No humans tested positive for H5N1 from infected flock
DOH followed up with 54 individuals for potential exposure to the infected flock in Wahiawa. Read more
Suit filed against Maui County over lights, endangered seabirds
Earthjustice has filed suit against Maui County over streetlights that disorient endangered and threatened Hawaiian seabirds. Read more
Artist issues last call for adding dot of paint to Capitol pool piece
“This project celebrates a little bit of individuality and our collective community,” said Enos, in a last call to those who want to participate. Read more
Meadow Gold announces layoffs due to closure of warehouses, distribution
The Waipahu-based company filed notice with the Hawaii Department of Labor and Industrial Relations, saying it is discontinuing “substantially all of its warehousing and distribution operations.” Read more
Hawaii Health Department alerts residents of recalled carrots
There have so far been 39 cases tracked in 18 states. To date, Hawaii is not one of them. Read more
Meadow Gold announces layoffs due to closure of warehouses, distribution
The Waipahu-based company filed notice with the Hawaii Department of Labor and Industrial Relations, saying it is discontinuing “substantially all of its warehousing and distribution operations.” Read more
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