US: Iran may have killed more than 1,000 in recent protests
WASHINGTON The Trump administration on Thursday accused Iranian security forces of killing more than 1,000 people in crackdowns against recent protests that have swept the country. The allegation came as U.S. officials said the Pentagon is considering sending thousands of additional troops to the Middle East to help deter Iranian aggression.
Arrests and citations continue to climb amid enhanced traffic enforcement efforts on Saddle
KAILUA-KONA Hawaii Island police continue to issue citations and make arrests amid enhanced traffic enforcement efforts on Daniel K. Inouye Highway near Maunakea Access Road and the Thirty Meter Telescope protest.
Hawaii health officials say school measles report mistaken
HONOLULU A Hawaii elementary school sent a letter to families mistakenly reporting that a student had contracted measles, state health officials said.
Sailor used service weapon to kill at Pearl Harbor
HONOLULU A U.S. sailor shot three civilians with his service weapon, killing two of them, before taking his own life at Pearl Harbor, just days before thousands descend on the storied military base to mark the 78th anniversary of the Japanese bombing that propelled the United States into World War II.
Eruption did nearly $800M in damage
Geologist: Crater lake expected to rise
HILO The growing pool of water in Halemaumau crater could potentially rise another 180 feet, a Hawaiian Volcano Observatory geologist told County Council members on Tuesday.
Woman charged for incident in which officers fired shots near KTA
Testing, no suspensions for opioids considered likely in MLB
MIAMI Players who test positive for opioids would enter treatment and not be suspended under the change to Major League Baseballs drug agreement being negotiated by management and the players association, according to union head Tony Clark.
Dominant North Dakota State happy at FCS level
FARGO, N.D. Its only natural to ask two questions of a North Dakota State team that has won seven of the last eight Football Championship Subdivision titles and garnered the No. 1 seed again this year after blowing out nearly every opponent despite having a new coach and freshman quarterback at the helm.
Prescott: No time for talk, Cowboys need to beat Bears
LAKE FOREST, Ill. Dak Prescott saw no need for strong words or fiery speeches.
USC retains coach Clay Helton despite fan dissatisfaction
LOS ANGELES Southern California has decided to retain Clay Helton, extending the head coachs improbable 4 ½-year tenure atop the West Coasts winningest college football program.
Two world champions share an Oahu beach, and an Olympic dream
HALEIWA, Hawaii John John Florence, maybe the best surfer of his generation, can see the worlds most famous surf break, the Banzai Pipeline on Oahus North Shore, from the beachfront deck of his house. He just has to turn his head slightly to the right.
Hunt’s late tallies push HPA past Makua Lani
KAILUA-KONA Down but never out. Trailing but never panicked.
Roy Takemoto confirmed as new managing director
HILO It was rough going for a while, but the County Council on Wednesday ultimately unanimously confirmed Roy Takemoto as Mayor Harry Kims second in command.
Dignitaries gather to celebrate completion of College of Pharmacy building
Sailor kills 2 civilians, self at Pearl Harbor shipyard
PEARL HARBOR An active duty U.S. sailor whose submarine was docked at Pearl Harbor opened fire on three civilian employees Wednesday, killing two and then taking his own life just days before dignitaries and veterans descend on the base for the 78th anniversary of the Japanese attack.
AP News in Brief 12-05-19
Trump aims for role of NATO statesman but mars unity message
Island Life: Color that pops
A night-blooming water plant stands out vibrant pink among zodiac water plants. (Carol Zahaki/Community contributor)
Making Waves column: PC? Get over it
These days you cant say boo without stepping on someones politically-correct toes.
Leubsdorf: Pelosi was right to be cautious of impeachment
Nancy Pelosi was right both times. And thats the Democrats problem.
State: Hawaii County not affected by new food stamps rule
HILO The state Department of Human Services administrator for the division in charge of Supplemental Nutrition Program, known as SNAP benefits, said Wednesday fewer than 1,000 people in Hawaii all on the island of Molokai will be affected by a new Trump administration order that will tighten work requirements for recipients.
Officials: At least 1 injured in shooting at Pearl Harbor
HONOLULU A shooting at a Pearl Harbor naval shipyard in Hawaii left at least one person injured Wednesday, military and hospital officials said.
Deadly defect found in another version of Takata airbags
DETROIT A new and distinct problem has been discovered in air bags made by the now bankrupt company Takata which has led to at least one death.
Lt. Gov. assembles health care workers to aid in measles outbreak
HONOLULU Lt. Gov. Josh Green has assembled 76 people, including 50 nurses, doctors and other Hawaii health care workers, for an emergency medical mission to Samoa to help vaccinate residents amid a severe measles epidemic sweeping the nation.
State to repair depression in Queen Kaahumanu Highway starting Monday
KAILUA-KONA A sizable depression in the southbound lane of Queen Kaahumanu Highway near Waikoloa Beach Resort will be repaired next week, state officials said Wednesday.