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Landon McNamara crowned winner of ‘The Eddie’ surf contest

Landon McNamara crowned winner of ‘The Eddie’ surf contest

With near-perfect conditions of giant waves and light winds, organizers announced that “the Eddie” was on this morning and the competition got underway at about 9 a.m. for what will be a day-long event.

By Dan Nakaso and Star-Advertiser Staff
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Hawaii Ethics Commission plans penalty system akin to traffic fines

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David Shapiro: Even promiscuous faith can help center the soul

Last updated 12:11 a.m.
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Kokua Line: Why is rebuilding Kalapawai Roundabout so slow?

Last updated 12:15 a.m.
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Iam Tongi’s holiday list includes family, fireworks and shows

Last updated 12:13 a.m.

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Male pedestrian in 60s killed after being struck by vehicle

Last updated 4:45 p.m.

Suspect in Don Quijote standoff charged with property damage

Last updated 10:10 p.m.
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High surf warning for most north, west shores extended

Dec. 21, 2024

Trump threatens to retake control of Panama Canal unless deal reached

Last updated 3:36 p.m.
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Man, 65, in stable condition after being hit by vehicle

Last updated 4:45 p.m.

Police: Woman killed when set on fire on New York subway train

Last updated 3:39 p.m.

Starbucks workers expand strike in U.S. cities, including New York

Last updated 4:04 p.m.

Trump vows to rename Denali as Mt McKinley

Last updated 3:57 p.m.

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‘The Eddie’ is on, drawing top surfers, huge crowds to the North Shore

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Suspect in Don Quijote standoff charged with property damage

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Kokua Line: Why is rebuilding Kalapawai Roundabout so slow?

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Hawaii Ethics Commission plans penalty system akin to traffic fines

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David Shapiro: Even promiscuous faith can help center the soul

Maui Wildfires

Maui is poised for $1.6B in federal funding to rebuild Lahaina

Maui is poised for $1.6B in federal funding to rebuild Lahaina

Dec. 18, 2024

Report calls for inclusive recovery for Filipino survivors of Lahaina fire

Report calls for inclusive recovery for Filipino survivors of Lahaina fire

Dec. 17, 2024

Congressional delegation continues to support Maui survivors

Congressional delegation continues to support Maui survivors

Dec. 15, 2024

Public works official named Maui wildfire recovery leader

Public works official named Maui wildfire recovery leader

Dec. 8, 2024

Politics

Hawaii Ethics Commission plans penalty system akin to traffic fines

Hawaii Ethics Commission plans penalty system akin to traffic fines

Today

Analysis: Trump’s spy pick Gabbard faces tricky climb for Senate backing

Analysis: Trump’s spy pick Gabbard faces tricky climb for Senate backing

Today

City reports criteria for Honolulu Ocean Safety commissioners

City reports criteria for Honolulu Ocean Safety commissioners

Dec. 21, 2024

Democrat accuses GOP of protecting Musk’s Chinese investments

Democrat accuses GOP of protecting Musk’s Chinese investments

Dec. 20, 2024

War in the Middle East

Israeli strikes kill 17 in Gaza; hospital told to evacuate

Israeli strikes kill 17 in Gaza; hospital told to evacuate

Today

Putin denies Russian defeat in Syria, plans to meet Assad

Putin denies Russian defeat in Syria, plans to meet Assad

Dec. 19, 2024

Syrian Christians attend services, schools reopen a week after Assad’s overthrow

Syrian Christians attend services, schools reopen a week after Assad’s overthrow

Dec. 15, 2024

Trump and Netanyahu discuss Gaza hostages and Syria

Trump and Netanyahu discuss Gaza hostages and Syria

Dec. 15, 2024

Hawaii News

EPA says military violated Red Hill consent decree, issues fine

EPA says military violated Red Hill consent decree, issues fine

Updated 2:31 a.m.

Hawaii Ethics Commission plans penalty system akin to traffic fines

Updated 12:13 a.m.

Good Neighbor Fund: Tori Richard employees embrace holiday spirit

Updated 12:09 a.m.

Landon McNamara crowned winner of ‘The Eddie’ surf contest

Updated 5:28 p.m.

Analysis: Trump’s spy pick Gabbard faces tricky climb for Senate backing

Updated 12:14 a.m.

Sports

Ryan Rapp, Rainbows eager, ready for Diamond Head Classic

Ryan Rapp, Rainbows eager, ready for Diamond Head Classic

Updated 12:19 a.m.

Dybantsa, Mandaquit lead Utah Prep to ‘Iolani Classic title

Updated 12:05 a.m.

‘Iolani’s Bailey Nakanelua on another level in girls volleyball

Updated 12:20 a.m.

Hawaii Bowl: All in the Saint Louis family at San Jose practice

Updated 12:20 a.m.

Wahine basketball team suffers frustrating loss to Aztecs

Updated 12:10 a.m.

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Decode the word in 6 daily tries. Green for right letters in place, yellow for right letters in wrong place, and gray for outliers.

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Solve the 9x9 grid, fill in numbers 1 to 9 without repeats in rows, columns, or 3x3 subgrids.

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Editorial: Many budget needs, but push for Hawaii housing

Editorial: Many budget needs, but push for Hawaii housing

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Column: Federal pandemic money infuses Hawaii’s fiscal health

Column: Federal pandemic money infuses Hawaii’s fiscal health

Today

Column: Invest in real reforms, not $1.2B new jail

Column: Invest in real reforms, not $1.2B new jail

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Column: On right path with bikeways, walkways

Column: On right path with bikeways, walkways

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Photo Galleries

Crowds pack the North Shore to watch top surfers compete in ‘The Eddie’

Crowds pack the North Shore to watch top surfers compete in ‘The Eddie’

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Back in the Day: Photos from Hawaii’s Past

Back in the Day: Photos from Hawaii’s Past

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At least 2 dead, dozens injured after driver rams German Christmas market

At least 2 dead, dozens injured after driver rams German Christmas market

Dec. 20, 2024

Utah Prep overwhelms ‘Iolani, 84-30

Utah Prep overwhelms ‘Iolani, 84-30

Dec. 19, 2024

Entertainment

Iam Tongi’s holiday list includes family, fireworks and shows

Iam Tongi’s holiday list includes family, fireworks and shows

Updated 12:13 a.m.

World-class speciality acts delight in ‘‘Auana’ in Waikiki

Dec. 20, 2024

‘Bluey’ bound for big screen in BBC Studios-Disney partnership

Dec. 17, 2024

Brittni Paiva releases 4-song Christmas EP

Dec. 13, 2024

‘Tina’ musical tickets on sale Friday

Dec. 11, 2024

Featured Columns

Kokua Line: Why is rebuilding Kalapawai Roundabout so slow?

Kokua Line: Why is rebuilding Kalapawai Roundabout so slow?

Updated 12:15 a.m.

Column: Federal pandemic money infuses Hawaii’s fiscal health

Today

David Shapiro: Even promiscuous faith can help center the soul

Updated 12:11 a.m.

Facts of the Matter: Minuscule tardigrades show amazing resilience

Dec. 20, 2024

Kokua Line: Does city still mail property assessments?

Dec. 20, 2024

Crave

Cheers to the New Year

Cheers to the New Year

Dec. 19, 2024

This ’N’ That

Dec. 19, 2024

Mint-condition Dessert

Dec. 19, 2024

Popular pork hash

Dec. 19, 2024

A savory fusion of land and sea

Dec. 19, 2024

Festive holiday menu

Dec. 19, 2024

Hawaii Prep World

Packed house inspires wrestlers at Hawaii tournament

Packed house inspires wrestlers at Hawaii tournament

Today

Pearl City’s Serah Yogi cries joyful tears again

Pearl City’s Serah Yogi cries joyful tears again

Today

‘Iolani’s Bailey Nakanelua on another level in girls volleyball

‘Iolani’s Bailey Nakanelua on another level in girls volleyball

Today

Dybantsa, Mandaquit lead Utah Prep to ‘Iolani Classic title

Dybantsa, Mandaquit lead Utah Prep to ‘Iolani Classic title

Today

Health

New weight-loss treatment becomes first FDA-approved drug for sleep apnea

New weight-loss treatment becomes first FDA-approved drug for sleep apnea

Dec. 20, 2024

U.S. sues CVS over alleged illegal opioid prescriptions

U.S. sues CVS over alleged illegal opioid prescriptions

Dec. 18, 2024

U.S. suffers 1st severe human case of bird flu; California declares emergency

U.S. suffers 1st severe human case of bird flu; California declares emergency

Dec. 18, 2024

State calls for pause on interisland movement of birds due to avian flu

State calls for pause on interisland movement of birds due to avian flu

Dec. 18, 2024

Archives

December 1952: First network television broadcast hits Hawaii airwaves

Crime in Hawaii

Suspect in Don Quijote standoff charged with property damage

Suspect in Don Quijote standoff charged with property damage

Updated 10:10 p.m.

Ewa Beach man indicted on meth, fentanyl, ghost gun charges

Dec. 20, 2024

Man, 28, dies after drive-by shooting in Maili

Dec. 20, 2024

Traffic

Man, 65, in stable condition after being hit by vehicle

Man, 65, in stable condition after being hit by vehicle

Updated 4:45 p.m.

Male pedestrian in 60s killed after being struck by vehicle

Updated 4:45 p.m.

‘The Eddie’ to draw thousands, plus traffic

Dec. 21, 2024

America in Turmoil

Suspect in CEO killing agrees to be extradited to New York

Suspect in CEO killing agrees to be extradited to New York

Dec. 19, 2024

Girl, 14, among those killed in Wisconsin school shooting

Dec. 18, 2024

Teen girl’s motive unclear in Wisconsin school shooting

Dec. 17, 2024

Obituaries

Rickey Henderson, baseball’s flamboyant ‘Man of Steal,’ dies at 65

Rickey Henderson, baseball’s flamboyant ‘Man of Steal,’ dies at 65

Dec. 21, 2024

One of last survivors of Pearl Harbor attack dies at 100

Dec. 12, 2024

Lou Carnesecca, St. John’s legendary basketball coach, dies at 99

Dec. 2, 2024

National news

Trump vows to rename Denali as Mt McKinley

Trump vows to rename Denali as Mt McKinley

Updated 3:57 p.m.

Police: Woman killed when set on fire on New York subway train

Updated 3:39 p.m.

Analysis: Trump’s spy pick Gabbard faces tricky climb for Senate backing

Updated 12:14 a.m.

World news

Suspect in German Christmas market attack held on murder charges

Suspect in German Christmas market attack held on murder charges

Updated 1 p.m.

Trump threatens to retake control of Panama Canal unless deal reached

Updated 3:36 p.m.

Israeli strikes kill 17 in Gaza; hospital told to evacuate

Updated 2:32 a.m.

Business

Starbucks workers expand strike in U.S. cities, including New York

Starbucks workers expand strike in U.S. cities, including New York

Updated 4:04 p.m.

Hawaii to start a series of income tax cuts in 2025

Dec. 21, 2024

Latest renderings of new Aloha Stadium envision entertainment wonderland

Dec. 21, 2024

Focus on Japan

Students carry on wish of hibakusha teacher

Students carry on wish of hibakusha teacher

Dec. 19, 2024

Processing of radioactive sandbags at Fukushima power plant set to begin

Dec. 19, 2024

Researchers capture electricity generated by orchard microbes

Dec. 12, 2024

Travel

Chasing wild thrills in Borneo

Chasing wild thrills in Borneo

Updated 12:05 a.m.

Signs of Hawaiian Life in the Universe

Today

Las Vegas Advisor: In a third conversion, Delano becomes W

Updated 12:05 a.m.

Recipes

Mint-condition Dessert

Mint-condition Dessert

Dec. 19, 2024

A savory fusion of land and sea

Dec. 19, 2024

A flavorful side

Dec. 15, 2024

Weather

High surf warning for most north, west shores extended

High surf warning for most north, west shores extended

Dec. 21, 2024

High surf warning remains in effect for most north, west shores

Dec. 19, 2024

High surf warning extended for most north, west shores

Dec. 17, 2024