Hawaii leaders remember progressive ideals of Pope Francis
The timing of the pope’s death is notable to the Hawaii’s Catholic community, as Easter Sunday marks a day of resurrection and Easter Monday as one of celebration. Read more
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FBI investigating allegation that HPD officer planted evidence
A sergeant with the Honolulu Police Department is the target of a federal investigation into allegations that there is recorded footage of him planting drug paraphernalia on the driver of a car during a November traffic stop. Read more
Kokua Line: When are Halawa Interchange closures?
Question: Regarding the Halawa Interchange closures, will that be all day? Read more
City Council confirms Honolulu EMS leader’s reappointment
Dr. James Ireland, whose renomination as head of the city Emergency Services Department faced vocal opposition in recent months, was formally reinstated last week. Read more
Suspect, 33, in Kipapa Gulch fatal crash pleads not guilty
A 33-year-old driver who crashed a vehicle near the Kipaa Gulch Bridge, killing his 15-year-old female passenger on April 12, pleaded not guilty Monday to charges of negligent homicide and driving without a license. Read more
3 entrepreneurs in the running for Hawaii House seat
Hawaii’s Democratic governor has a choice of three Republican nominees from which to appoint a successor to the late Rep. Gene Ward in the state House of Representatives. Read more
UH loses $6M more in federal funding; stands with Harvard
University of Hawaii President Wendy Hensel announced more federal funding cuts and took her strongest position yet to defend academic freedom at Monday’s public forum held at the UH Manoa Campus Center Ballroom. Read more
Kilauea Volcano’s ‘episode 18’ resumes with lava flowing
The lava flow resumed about a half-mile across the crater floor. Read more
Chronic beach loss, infrastructure risks loom as parts of Hawaii sink
From tidal back-flow in storm drains to collapsing walkways, Waikiki’s shoreline faces a multifaceted crisis: chronic erosion, sea level rise, land subsidence (sinking) and pressure from infrastructure built along an unstable coast. Read more
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Hawaii lawmakers still working on torture bill
Recent high-profile cases of child torture and neglect that led to the deaths of two children on Oahu have sharpened the focus for police officers and prosecuting attorneys pushing Hawaii lawmakers to pass a bill that would codify torture and outline punishment. Read more
Millions needed to preserve Waikiki beaches, advocates say
Dolan Eversole of the University of Hawaii says political will is necessary to fund a restoration and mitigation plan, with estimates ranging from $30 million to $60 million depending on the scale and materials. Read more
Thunderstorm Artis makes ‘Idol’ Top 20
Thunderstorm Artis took another step toward the title of “American Idol” on Sunday when he was named one of this season’s Top 20 contestants during a special three-hour Easter Sunday edition of “American Idol.” Read more
Police records will answer questions for victims’ families
Families of victims like Andrew Nakoa Jr. — who died of a stab wound 21 years ago blocks from his home — now will be able to get a copy of the closing report from Hawaii law enforcement under a new law designed to answer lingering questions that haunt them. Read more
Vital Statistics: April 11-17, 2025
Each week, the Honolulu Star-Advertiser publishes Oahu statistics for marriage licenses and birth certificates filed with the state Department of Health. Read more
Gas prices across Hawaii are lower than a year ago
In Honolulu, the average price for regular unleaded gas as of Thursday was $4.43, which was 1 cent less than the previous week and 22 cents lower than a year ago. Read more
David Shapiro: Ed Case finds a bumpy path as he charts a solo course
Hawaii U.S. Rep. Ed Case has put a target on his back among some fellow Democrats for his moderate course in this most immoderate political time. Read more
Army releases final EIS for Pohakuloa Training Area
The Army has released its finalized environmental impact statement on the prospect of retaining 22,750 acres of state-owned land at the Pohakuloa Training Area on Hawaii island after its lease expires in August 2029. Read more
State fund eyed for workforce housing subsidies
State lawmakers are considering diverting a state fund used almost exclusively to develop low-income rental housing to build apartments for residents with higher incomes — topping out well above what most people earn. Read more
Kokua Line: Is email about Social Security benefits real?
Question: I called Social Security and was on hold for a long time and finally hung up without speaking to anyone, but then about a week later I got an email about my benefit statement. Read more
Merrie Monarch Festival returns with award-winning halau
The Merrie Monarch Festival stage at the Edith Kanaka‘ole Multi-Purpose Stadium in Hilo is set, ready for dancers to put forth their best performances in the prestigious hula competition. Read more
Keiki bond with imprisoned dads at Easter-themed event
While the Women’s Community Correctional Center and minimum-security Waiawa Correctional Facility have hosted Keiki Days, this was the first at Halawa Correctional Facility, a medium-security prison. Read more
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