DOH: Recent cases of whooping cough indicate community spread on Hawaii Island
The state Department of Health has confirmed one additional case of whooping cough (pertussis) in a third distinct region of Hawaii Island which is unrelated to previous cases.
Adult coconut rhinoceros beetles detected on the Big Island
Adult coconut rhinoceros beetles, a highly destructive invasive pest that has devastated Oahu palm trees, have been detected on the Big Island for the first time.
Nene gosling likely died from disease carried by feral cats
The nene gosling that died last month in Lili‘uokalani Park and Gardens in Hilo likely was killed by toxoplasmosis, an infection spread in the feces of feral cats, according to the state Department of Land and Natural Resources.
Federal lawsuit against Roth, others on hold pending legal question
A Hilo attorney’s federal lawsuit against Hawaii County, Mayor Mitch Roth, county Prosecutor Kelden Waltjen, Deputy Prosecutor Kate Perazich and former Deputy Prosecutor Sylvia Wan that accuses them of malicious prosecution is on hold — for now.
Sun, fun, surf: Nearly 150 keiki attend event at Kohanaiki
Kohanaiki, also known as Pine Trees, was bustling Saturday with families attending the 26th annual Surf for the Earth and Beach Clean Up.
Tabloid publisher says he pledged to be Trump campaign’s ‘eyes and ears’ during 2016 race
NEW YORK — A veteran tabloid publisher testified Tuesday that he pledged to be Donald Trump ‘s “eyes and ears” during his 2016 presidential campaign, recounting how he promised the then-candidate that he would help suppress harmful stories and even arranged to purchase the silence of a doorman.
BIIF softball: ‘Riders, Warriors roll in opening BIIF playoff games
KAILUA-KONA — The Central Pacific Bank/Big Island Interscholastic Federation (BIIF) Division I and Division II softball playoff semifinals began on Tuesday as high seeds hosted low seeds to start their best-of-three series.
US government agrees to $138.7M settlement over FBI’s botching of Larry Nassar assault allegations
DETROIT — The U.S. Justice Department announced a $138.7 million settlement Tuesday with more than 100 people who accused the FBI of grossly mishandling allegations of sexual assault against Larry Nassar in 2015 and 2016, a critical time gap that allowed the sports doctor to continue to prey on victims before his arrest.
BIIF sports: Helm, Sailer win BIIF tiles; Warriors rout Trojans
The Big Island Interscholastic Federation’s (BIIF) golf season wrapped up Monday afternoon at The Club at Hokuli’a with the boys and girls individual championships’ final round.
UH men’s basketball associate head coach joins Long Beach State
Associate head coach John Montgomery is leaving the University of Hawaii men’s basketball team to join Chris Acker’s coaching staff at Long Beach State.
UN calls for investigation into mass graves uncovered at two Gaza hospitals raided by Israel
UNITED NATIONS — The United Nations called Tuesday for “a clear, transparent and credible investigation” of mass graves uncovered at two major hospitals in war-torn Gaza that were raided by Israeli troops.
Senate overwhelmingly passes aid for Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan with big bipartisan vote
WASHINGTON — The Senate has passed $95 billion in war aid to Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan, sending the legislation to President Joe Biden after months of delays and contentious debate over how involved the United States should be in foreign wars.
What to know in the Supreme Court case about immunity for former President Trump
WASHINGTON — The Supreme Court has scheduled a special session to hear arguments over whether former President Donald Trump can be prosecuted over his efforts to undo his 2020 election loss to President Joe Biden.
Timberwolves take 2-0 lead on Suns behind 25 points and ace defense from Jaden McDaniels
MINNEAPOLIS — Jaden McDaniels scored 25 points for a career best in the playoffs and spearheaded another stifling defensive performance by the Minnesota Timberwolves in a 105-93 victory over the Phoenix Suns to take a 2-0 lead in their first-round series on Tuesday night.
Pascal Siakam leads resurgent Pacers offense in 125-108 victory that evens series with Bucks
MILWAUKEE — Pascal Siakam scored 37 points and the Indiana Pacers overcame another fantastic first-half performance from Damian Lillard to beat the Milwaukee Bucks 125-108 on Tuesday night and tie their Eastern Conference first-round playoff series at a game apiece.
Trocheck and Zibanejad lead Rangers to 4-3 win over Caps for 2-0 series lead
NEW YORK — Vincent Trocheck and Mika Zibanejad each had a goal and an assist and the Presidents’ Trophy-winning New York Rangers held on to beat the Washington Capitals 4-3 Tuesday night for a 2-0 lead in their first-round playoff series.
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US advances review of Nevada lithium mine amid concerns over endangered wildflower
RENO, Nev. — The Biden administration has taken a significant step in its expedited environmental review of what could become the third lithium mine in the U.S., amid anticipated legal challenges from conservationists over the threat they say it poses to an endangered Nevada wildflower.
Get better sleep with these 5 tips from experts
Spending too many nights trying to fall asleep — or worrying there aren’t enough ZZZs in your day? You’re not alone.
Minnesota and other Democratic-led states lead pushback on censorship. They’re banning the book ban
ST. PAUL, Minn. — A movement to ban book bans is gaining steam in Minnesota and several other states, in contrast to the trend playing out in more conservative states where book challenges have soared to their highest levels in decades.