Puna man facing attempted murder, other offenses
Hawaii Island police have charged 40-year-old Shane Fann of Mountain View, with attempted murder and numerous firearm-related offenses following a violent altercation in Eden Roc on Monday night.
Biden administration unveils plan aiming to end hunger in US by 2030
WASHINGTON — President Joe Biden promised Wednesday to end hunger in the United States by the end of the decade, unveiling an expansive government effort during the first White House conference on health and nutrition in 50 years.
Retired cop sentenced to 46 months for shipboard assault
A federal judge in Honolulu on Monday said a retired police officer “acted cowardly, reprehensibly and despicably” when he punched another elderly passenger aboard a cruise ship en route to Hilo from Los Angeles almost four years ago.
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Panel to consider bill to curb rezoning time extensions
A bill that would require full County Council approval for time extensions of rezoning applications on Hawaii Island will be considered by the Windward Planning Commission next week.
Ian swamps southwest Florida, trapping people in homes
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — Hurricane Ian, one of the most powerful storms ever recorded in the U.S., swamped southwest Florida on Wednesday, turning streets into rivers, knocking out power to 1.8 million people and threatening catastrophic damage further inland.
Making Waves: They’re banning books again
This is outrageous!
COVID reinfections top 10K
COVID-19 cases increased statewide by nearly 11,000 this week, but it wasn’t due to superspreader events.
New Maunakea board could be confirmed sooner than expected
A state Supreme Court ruling about felony prosecutions could prompt the state Legislature to confirm the board of a new Maunakea management agency much earlier than expected.
Yankees star Judge hits 61st home run, ties Maris’ AL record
Aaron Judge had gone seven games since his last home run, 34 plate appearances of fans quieting to a hush and snapping photos with every pitch.
US tops Serbia 88-55, advances to World Cup semis
SYDNEY — Alyssa Thomas had 13 points, 14 rebounds and seven assists to help the United States beat Serbia 88-55 in the quarterfinals of the women’s World Cup on Thursday.
Dolphins take 3-0 record to Cincy to face resurgent Bengals
CINCINNATI — The Miami Dolphins outlasted the Buffalo Bills last week to start the season 3-0 for the first time since 2018.
Avs launch Cup defense after summer filled with celebrations
DENVER — Mikko Rantanen can’t believe how quickly the summer flew by. One moment the Colorado Avalanche were riding through the streets of Denver on firetrucks and the next they’re back on the ice.
Mets grab sole possession of first place with 5-4 win over Marlins
NEW YORK — Eduardo Escobar homered and drove in five late runs — including the winning single in the 10th inning — to rally New York past Miami and back into sole possession of the NL East lead.
