Democrats push impeachment to next phase with Dec. 4 hearing
WASHINGTON The House Judiciary Committee is set to take over the impeachment probe of President Donald Trump, Democrats announced Tuesday, scheduling a hearing for next week as they push closer to a possible vote on actual charges of high crimes and misdemeanors.
Hong Kong tunnel reopens, campus siege nears end
HONG KONG A major tunnel in Hong Kong reopened on Wednesday as a weeklong police siege of a nearby university appeared to be winding down, closing one of the more violent chapters in the citys anti-government protests.
Obituaries: 11-27-19
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Letters to the editor: 11-27-19
Early Christmas gift
Are Biden’s gaffes tied to stuttering? I know from experience what that feels like
Joe Biden and I share a problem thats not always easy to talk about. In fact, thats the problem. We stutter. That makes a lot of things hard to talk about.
About Town: 11-27-19
Craft festival will benefit Special Olympics
Island Life: 11-27-19
Kawaihae Harbor is seen from higher elevation. (Victoria McKinney/Community Contributor)
Most people who fled California wildfire allowed to go home
GOLETA, Calif. Most of the thousands of people who fled a raging California wildfire in the mountains north of Santa Barbara were told they could return home Tuesday as an approaching storm offered hope the flames would be doused.
Former Oahu police officer pleads guilty to sexual enticement of a 13-year-old boy
HONOLULU James Dean Kalani Goeas, 63, of Waipahu, Oahu pleaded guilty today in federal court to one count of using a facility in interstate commerce to knowingly attempt to entice a minor to engage in unlawful sexual activity.
Highway 132 ready to reopen
HILO The County of Hawaii Department of Public Works announced the reopening of Highway 132 in Pahoa will be noon Wednesday.
15 arrested for DUI
During the week of Nov. 18-24, Hawaii Island Police arrested 15 motorists for driving under the influence of an intoxicant. Two of the drivers were involved in a traffic accident. None of the drivers were under the age of 21.
Wanted inmate still sought
Hawaii Island Police are renewing their request for the publics assistance in locating a 34-year-old Hilo man who allegedly escaped from the Hale Nani correctional facility in October.
Virginia Tech upends No. 3 Michigan State in Maui
LAHAINA Landers Nolley II peeled off a screen and, without hesitation, let a 3-pointer fly from the wing. The ball dropped, giving Virginia Tech the cushion it needed to hold off No. 3 Michigan State.
New Davis Cup proves exciting but calendar still a challenge
MADRID Despite its flaws, the new Davis Cup got a passing grade on its first edition, with its modern look being accompanied by plenty of excitement on the court.
Siakam scores 25, Raptors hold Embiid scoreless for first time
TORONTO Pascal Siakam scored 25 points, Fred VanVleet added 24 and the Toronto Raptors held Joel Embiid scoreless for the first time in his career in a 101-96 victory over the Philadelphia 76ers on Monday night.
If defense stays stout, Seahawks have chance at deep run
It was a matter of time before it stopped being just the Russell Wilson show in Seattle. Pete Carroll has too much pride in being a defensive coach, in having a defensive scheme that finds ways to stymie opponents.
Harbaugh to get boost if No. 10 Michigan beats No. 2 Ohio State
ANN ARBOR, Mich. Jim Harbaughs job is safe at Michigan whether his team finally beats Ohio State or he falls to 0-5 in what has become a one-sided series.
No. 5 Alabama needs Iron Bowl win, help for playoff berth
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. This is an awkward position for Alabama; the Crimson Tide are accustomed to leaning on anyone for a helping hand.
Lamar Jackson throws 5 TD passes, Ravens rout Rams 45-6
LOS ANGELES Lamar Jackson basically hadnt allowed the football to touch the ground Monday night until he dropped an ordinary shotgun snap late in the first half at the Coliseum. He picked it up, split the pocket and sprinted away through the Rams defense, going 35 thrilling yards before tripping right at the goal line.
Honokaa man given 10 years for abuse
HILO A 37-year-old Honokaa man was sentenced Monday to 10 years in prison for a bizarre and prolonged domestic abuse incident more than two years ago.
East side weather outlook not too rainy
HILO Heading east for the holiday?
Obituaries: 11-26-19
Tokuo Kunitomo
Another Alii development proposal scrapped
KAILUA-KONA The owner and developer of a 50-unit residential community proposed across from Pahoehoe Beach Park on Alii Drive has withdrawn their application for a Special Management Area Use Permit meaning the lot will likely be preserved for open space.
