State receives $1.28M in federal funding to mitigate wildfire, ungulate threats
Forests in the Pu‘uwa‘awa‘a vicinity are about to receive additional protections from threats like wildfires and hoofed animals thanks to a new award from the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation funded with support from the U.S. Army and Fish and Wildlife Service.
Unvaccinated kids can test to stay in class safely, CDC says
Unvaccinated kids who come in contact with someone with COVID-19 can remain in classrooms, if they test negative and meet other criteria, without fueling a school outbreak, U.S. public-health officials said.
Bail maintained for manslaughter suspect
A 28-year-old man made his initial court appearance Friday on a charge of manslaughter stemming from an assault on Dec. 3 that left a 64-year-old Captain Cook man dead.
Russia sets out tough demands for security pact with NATO
MOSCOW — Russia on Friday published draft security demands that NATO deny membership to Ukraine and other former Soviet countries and roll back the alliance’s military deployments in Central and Eastern Europe — bold ultimatums that are almost certain to be rejected by the U.S. and its allies.
‘Governing Entity’ proposed by Mauna Kea Working Group
University of Hawaii representatives have pushed back against a report recommending that the state create a new organization to manage Maunakea.
Nets bringing back Kyrie Irving to play in road games
NEW YORK — Kyrie Irving is rejoining the Brooklyn Nets, who need help and will settle for it on a part-time basis.
Woods returns to golf, still ‘long way’ from the real thing
ORLANDO, Fla. — Tiger Woods walked onto the tee for a routine pro-am round Friday and felt an unexpected dose of nerves, realizing how long it had been since he had an audience on the golf course.
Coastal Carolina holds off Northern Illinois in Cure Bowl
ORLANDO, Fla. — Grayson McCall threw four touchdown passes and Coastal Carolina held off Northern Illinois 47-41 in the Cure Bowl on Friday night, with the game ending with the Huskies at the Chanticleers 4.
Browns-Raiders game pushed by NFL to Monday amid COVID cases
CLEVELAND — The Browns got a welcomed reprieve on Friday after days of positive COVID-19 tests.
Carter, Penguins solve Subban in OT, beat Sabres 3-2
PITTSBURGH — Jeff Carter redirected a centering pass from Kris Letang between the legs of Malcom Subban 2:53 into overtime to give the Pittsburgh Penguins a 3-2 win over the Buffalo Sabres on Friday night.
Stephen Curry scores 30 points, Warriors top Celtics 111-107
BOSTON — Stephen Curry scored 30 points, hitting five 3-pointers and adding a one-handed scoop shot in the final minute, and the Golden State Warriors beat Boston 111-107 victory over Boston on Friday night to snap a five-game losing streak against the Celtics.
NHL shuts down 2 more teams for a week amid COVID surge
Two more NHL teams have been shut down amid worsening COVID-19 tests results and a desire not to put the entire league on pause as coronavirus variants spread across North America.
Fireworks permits available for purchase beginning Dec. 26
The Hawaii Fire Department announces that fireworks permits will be available for purchase beginning Dec. 26 for the upcoming New Year’s celebration.
PDI offers scholarships
Prince Dance Institute announces scholarships available for children of all ages to attend performing arts classes at the Prince Dance Institute in Waimea.
Turnovers derail Wildcats: Konawaena turns the ball over 10 times in 30-7 HHSAA Division I semifinal loss to Lahainaluna
HONOLULU – If the Wildcats were going to go down, they made sure to go down swinging.
Ige: ‘An alarming increase’ in cases
The Hawaii National Guard made a quick about-face Friday on plans to draw down a joint task force mobilized for the state’s COVID-19 response.
Less golf, more timeshares: Leeward Planning Commission advances Waikoloa Resort plans
Fewer holes of golf and more timeshare units could become the name of the game for Waikoloa Resort developers, following approvals Thursday by the Leeward Planning Commission.
Woodshow winners announced
The 29th annual Hawaii’s Woodshow in Honolulu ended last week with Big Island wood artists bringing home several top awards.
What’s your religion? In US, a common reply now is ‘None’
Nathalie Charles, even in her mid-teens, felt unwelcome in her Baptist congregation, with its conservative views on immigration, gender and sexuality. So she left.
Konawaena primed for state semifinal
Konawaena is healthy, rested, loose and raring to go, coach Brad Uemoto said.
NBA, players agree to additional protocols through holidays
The NBA and its players have agreed to enhanced health and safety protocols through the holiday season in response to rising virus numbers, with additional testing coming and a return to mask usage in many situations.
Short-handed Nets beat 76ers; Suns tie Warriors for NBA lead
NEW YORK — Kevin Durant scored 34 points, making a four-point play with the game tied and 1:46 left, and the Brooklyn Nets beat the Philadelphia 76ers 114-105 on Thursday night for another short-handed victory.
Kelce’s OT touchdown gives Chiefs 34-28 win over Chargers
INGLEWOOD, Calif. — Travis Kelce scored on a 34-yard pass from Patrick Mahomes in overtime and the Kansas City Chiefs rallied for a 34-28 victory over the Los Angeles Chargers on Thursday night.
Police remind motorists to drive sober
Hawaii Police Department officers took to the streets Thursday in Kailua-Kona to remind drivers to drive sober this holiday season.
