Battle over evidence in Ireland murder case heads to high court
Hilo Circuit Judge Peter Kubota on Thursday told the Hawaii Supreme Court his decision to release new information about the Christmas Eve 1991 abduction, rape and murder of Dana Ireland to lawyers representing two men wrongly convicted two decades ago trumps the desire of the Hawaii Police Department to keep the evidence confidential.
Trump pulls in Tulsi Gabbard for debate prep
Former President Donald Trump has begun preparing for his debate with Vice President Kamala Harris and has brought in former Democratic Rep. Tulsi Gabbard to help sharpen his attacks in a recent practice session at his private club and home, Mar-a-Lago, according to two people with knowledge of Trump’s schedule.
Biden, Harris hail Medicare drug price cuts that will save billions
The United States has negotiated down the prices of 10 top-selling prescription drugs used by Medicare by as much as 79%, hoping to save $6 billion in the first year as part of a plan hailed on Thursday by President Biden with the aim to ease anger about high prices ahead of November elections.
Farmers laud North Kohala well project
The state Department of Land and Natural Resources next month will commence a yearlong $5.7 million project to improve a well in North Kohala so it can be used for agricultural purposes once again.
‘Wicked fast’ star is blazing its way across the galaxy
A telescope on Maunakea and a host of backyard astronomers have detected a rare star racing toward the edge of the galaxy at nearly unprecedented speeds.
Mayor Roth the victim of online prank
Mayor Mitch Roth said Thursday he felt “a little bit of frustration” after learning an anonymous email has been circulating that invites individuals experiencing homelessness to stay at a certain address in Hilo.
Walz faces new scrutiny over 2020 riots: Was he too slow to send troops?
MINNEAPOLIS — The protests had turned into riots.
Surgeon general hones dual focus on mental health, gun violence
WASHINGTON — The nation’s top doctor said the United States is “falling short” in protecting the public health of children and adolescents from the impact of social media and firearm violence — and both are areas where he wants Congress to take additional action.
Inflation cools to 2.9%, shoring up case for a Fed rate cut
WASHINGTON — The consumer price index cooled in July compared with a year earlier, providing further evidence that inflation is moderating and leaving the Federal Reserve firmly on track to cut interest rates at its meeting next month.
Don’t feed the animals
The staff at the Hilo zoo is urging visitors to keep their objects and hands away from the animals at all times after a rising number of foreign items have found in some enclosures.
Climate change vs. Hilo Bay
The water quality of Hilo Bay will only get worse as climate change intensifies, according to a new study by University of Hawaii researchers.
Can dirt clean the climate?
FORBES, Australia — Across 100,000 acres in the vast agricultural heartland of Australia, an unusual approach is taking root to slow down the wrecking ball of climate change. Farmers are trying to tap the superpowers of tiny subterranean tendrils of fungus to pull carbon dioxide out of the air and stash it underground.
Public feedback sought for solar project
A proposed solar development near Waikoloa will be taking public feedback at a virtual meeting this evening.
The process of rebuilding in Lahaina begins
Wildfires are expected to worsen in the decades ahead in Hawaii due to climate change
After cold shoulders for Biden, Senate Democrats wrap their arms around Harris
DETROIT — When President Joe Biden campaigned in Michigan last month, Rep. Elissa Slotkin, the Democrats’ nominee for the state’s open Senate seat, was nowhere to be found. But on Wednesday night, just weeks after that no-show, Slotkin announced her full-throated support for her party’s new presidential ticket at a Detroit rally.
Bakery owner is on a mission to make 30,000 macarons for Oahu festival
After seven weeks of hard work, dedication and faith, Nikki Kawahine is nearing the finish line of her mission — making 30,000 macarons for the upcoming Made in Hawaii Festival.
The hacking of presidential campaigns begins, with the usual fog of motives
For the third presidential election in a row, the foreign hacking of the campaigns has begun in earnest. But this time, it’s the Iranians, not the Russians, making the first significant move.
Everything you need to know ahead of World Sprints
HILO — After a two-decade hiatus, the world stage of canoe racing has returned to the Aloha State.
Three council incumbents retain seats in W. Hawaii
Of the four Hawaii County Council Primary Election races in West Hawaii, three incumbents won their seats outright Saturday night, while a fourth race will go to a General Election runoff on Nov. 5.
