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New York Attorney General Letitia James prosecuted President Donald Trump for years of business fraud and illegal dealings.

Hawai‘i State Attorney General joins in coalition condemning retaliation prosecution of New York State AG James

New York Attorney General Letitia James prosecuted President Donald Trump for years of business fraud and illegal dealings.

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Hawai‘i County's Department of Water Supply is asking customers to reduce water use by at least 10%.

Drought conditions prompt water conservation notice in South Kohala

Hawai‘i County's Department of Water Supply is asking customers to reduce water use by at least 10%.

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Members of the health care union Unite Here Local 5 chapter will be striking at the Kona and Hilo clinics starting today at 7:30 a.m. and will continue through Friday.

Workers at Kona, Hilo Kaiser Permanente clinics to join strike for safer staffing, fair pay

Members of the health care union Unite Here Local 5 chapter will be striking at the Kona and Hilo clinics starting today at 7:30 a.m. and will continue through Friday.

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The County of Hawai‘i Office of Housing and Community Development will host a community meeting on Oct. 23 to share information and gather feedback on the proposed ʻĀinakō Subdivision Housing Project in Hilo.

Public input sought on housing project in Hilo

The County of Hawai‘i Office of Housing and Community Development will host a community meeting on Oct. 23 to share information and gather feedback on the proposed ʻĀinakō Subdivision Housing Project in Hilo.

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The suspect's total bail was set at $592,000. He remains in police custody and is scheduled to make his initial court appearance on Tuesday in Hilo District Court.

Big Island man officially charged following 2 reported armed carjackings over weekend

The suspect's total bail was set at $592,000. He remains in police custody and is scheduled to make his initial court appearance on Tuesday in Hilo District Court.

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Presented by Mana Maoli and sponsored by Hilton Grand Vacations, students in grades 9–12 can submit a song of any genre, from original compositions to covers and mele Hawai‘i, for an opportunity to advance their skills and perform live.

Hawai‘i high school students invited to showcase musical talents through statewide song contest

Presented by Mana Maoli and sponsored by Hilton Grand Vacations, students in grades 9–12 can submit a song of any genre, from original compositions to covers and mele Hawai‘i, for an opportunity to advance their skills and perform live.

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The Alaska Airlines | Hawaiian Airlines Foundation will provide grants to programs focused on celebrating and preserving the unique way of life in Alaska and Hawai‘i.

Alaska, Hawaiian Airlines create foundation to support cultural initiatives

The Alaska Airlines | Hawaiian Airlines Foundation will provide grants to programs focused on celebrating and preserving the unique way of life in Alaska and Hawai‘i.

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Hawai‘i airports have not experienced significant impact due primarily to the commitment of federal employees who have been reporting to work, according to Gov. Josh Green's office.

Hawaiʻi officials praise local federal employees for state airports running smoothly during shutdown

Hawai‘i airports have not experienced significant impact due primarily to the commitment of federal employees who have been reporting to work, according to Gov. Josh Green's office.

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According to BizBuySell, 27 businesses, ranging from eateries, shops, custom services and a coffee farm, are on the market. Among them is Hawai‘i's famous Makani's Magic Pineapple Shack, located in historic Downtown Hilo.

Business Monday: Popular acaí bowl shop among 27 turnkey businesses for sale on Big Island

According to BizBuySell, 27 businesses, ranging from eateries, shops, custom services and a coffee farm, are on the market. Among them is Hawai‘i's famous Makani's Magic Pineapple Shack, located in historic Downtown Hilo.

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A goal of the hearing is to ensure that Hawaiʻi's farmers, ranchers and the agricultural community have an opportunity to discuss on-the-ground effects of the federal changes.

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Hawaiʻi Senate committees holding briefing on impacts of federal tariffs, cuts on agriculture

A goal is to ensure that Hawaiʻi's farmers, ranchers and the agricultural community have an opportunity to discuss on-the-ground effects of the federal changes.

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The lawmaker will take live questions from participants and address concerns about the federal government shutdown (if still ongoing), the impacts of federal funding cuts, and other pressing issues impacting Hawai‘i residents.

Rep. Tokuda set to hold a statewide telephone town hall on Oct. 16

The lawmaker will take live questions from participants and address concerns about the federal government shutdown (if still ongoing), the impacts of federal funding cuts, and other pressing issues impacting Hawai‘i residents.

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The string of events began Saturday. According to Hawai‘i Island police, dispatch received numerous calls at 4:43 p.m. regarding a reckless driver heading toward Hilo on Highway 11 within the Hawai’i Volcanoes National Park.

Big Island man taken into custody following 2 reported armed carjackings

The string of events began Saturday. According to Hawai‘i Island police, dispatch received numerous calls at 4:43 p.m. regarding a reckless driver heading toward Hilo on Highway 11 within the Hawai’i Volcanoes National Park.

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Byron Waller’s is on a mission called “From Patient to Pilot” that aims to inspire young people to chase their dreams no matter the challenges they face.

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15-year-old Australian lands plane at Kona airport during world ‘patient-to-pilot’ flight

Byron Waller’s is on a mission called “From Patient to Pilot” that aims to inspire young people to chase their dreams no matter the challenges they face.

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A study by oceanographers at the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa provided the first in-depth look at a poorly understood area of the ocean, revealing a dynamic community that is sensitive to seasonal changes.

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University of Hawaiʻi researchers caution deep-sea mining due to understudied ecosystem

A study by oceanographers at the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa provided the first in-depth look at a poorly understood area of the ocean, revealing a dynamic community that is sensitive to seasonal changes.

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The first two Big Island triathletes crossed the finish line before 8 p.m. on Saturday.

Big Island triathletes cross finish line at Ironman World Championship in Kona

The first two Big Island triathletes crossed the finish line before 8 p.m. on Saturday.

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Approximately 1,600 triathletes competing from around the world took to the grueling 140.6-mile course. Waters in Kailua Bay were slightly choppy, highlighted pink as the sun rose over Hualālai.

Photo gallery: Women’s Ironman World Championship descends onto Kailua-Kona

Approximately 1,600 triathletes competing from around the world took to the grueling 140.6-mile course. Waters in Kailua Bay were slightly choppy, highlighted pink as the sun rose over Hualālai.

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Get ready to cheer on our local athletes!

8 women from Big Island competing today in Ironman World Championship in Kona

On the eve before the race, the Big Island competitors were excited and hopeful for the day. For most, it will be their first time taking on the grueling 140.6-mile swim-bike-run course.

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The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers will update the community on the ongoing environmental restoration of the Waikōloa Maneuver Area after over two decades of removal actions on Oct. 15.

Department of Defense holding public meeting about restoration progress of Waikōloa Maneuver Area

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers will update the community on the ongoing environmental restoration of the Waikōloa Maneuver Area after over two decades of removal actions on Oct. 15.

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Reigning Ironman World Champion Laura Philipp, of Germany, will lead the professional field along with two additional Ironman World Champions, Lucy Charles-Barclay, of Great Britain, and Chelsea Sodaro, of the United States.

1,600 triathletes compete today in Kona in last women’s-only Ironman World Championship

Reigning Ironman World Champion Laura Philipp of Germany will lead the professional field that includes two other Ironman World Champions: Great Britain's Lucy Charles-Barclay and American Chelsea Sodaro.

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On July 20, the massive tree was uprooted and fell onto Kīlauea Avenue and a nearby church. At that time, the remains of two women were discovered in the debris of the tree.

Update: Hawai‘i Island police ID remains of second victim found in downed banyan tree

On July 20, the massive tree was uprooted and fell onto Kīlauea Avenue and a nearby church. At that time, the remains of two women were discovered in the debris of the tree.

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Take a look at what's going on today leading up to the big race day Oct. 11 in Kona.

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IRONMAN World Championship schedule for Oct. 10: Little bit of a calm before the storm; check in and cheer starts later this morning

Take a look at what's going on today leading up to the big race day Oct. 11 in Kona.

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47-year-old Albert Espaniola Jr. now faces charges of first-degree burglary and second-degree theft in connection with the Oct. 8 burglary incident at the residence on Old Volcano Road.

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Hilo man spotted taking hunting, fishing gear and internet device from Kea‘au home

47-year-old Albert Espaniola Jr. now faces charges of first-degree burglary and second-degree theft in connection with the Oct. 8 burglary incident at the residence on Old Volcano Road.

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Take a look at what's going on today leading up to the big race day Oct. 11 in Kona.

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IRONMAN World Championship schedule for Oct. 9: UnderPants Run, welcome banquet and more

Take a look at what's going on today leading up to the big race day Oct. 11 in Kona.

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Hawaiʻi's 2018 false missile alert is portrayed in an off-Broadway musical that was created from the firsthand account of part-time Kauaʻi resident Holly Doubet.

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New Off-Broadway musical explores the false 2018 missile alert in Hawaiʻi

Hawaiʻi's 2018 false missile alert is portrayed in an off-Broadway musical that was created from the firsthand account of part-time Kauaʻi resident Holly Doubet.

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Keliʻi was last seen at 2:30 p.m. Oct. 3 on Kea'au Bypass Road, wearing a black windbreaker jacket and gray sweatpants. Police ask anyone with information about his whereabouts to contact them immediately.

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16-year-old runaway sought by police

Keliʻi was last seen at 2:30 p.m. Oct. 3 on Kea'au Bypass Road, wearing a black windbreaker jacket and gray sweatpants. Police ask anyone with information about his whereabouts to contact them immediately.

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