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WATCH LIVE: Gov. Ige extends start date of pre-travel testing of trans-Pacific arrivals until Sept. 1

WATCH LIVE: Gov. Ige extends start date of pre-travel testing of trans-Pacific arrivals until Sept. 1

By Dan Nakaso and Allison Schaefers dnakaso@staradvertiser.com aschaefers@staradvertiser.com
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Updated 2:53 p.m.
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Gov. David Ige said he plans to extend Hawaii’s mandatory 14-day quarantine for arriving passengers through the end of August.

3 more Hawaii residents with coronavirus die bringing statewide death toll to 22

Updated 12:30 p.m.
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Many maskless people enjoy ‘Open Street Kalakaua’ in Waikiki while coronavirus continues to spread

Updated 9:51 a.m.
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Robert Morris University steps up to replace Fordham in Rainbow Warriors’ football schedule

Updated 1:17 p.m.

U.S. rejects nearly all Chinese claims in South China Sea

Updated 10:21 a.m.
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VIDEO: Businessman Rick Blangiardi joins Honolulu Star-Advertiser’s Spotlight Hawaii

Updated 11:10 a.m.
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‘Glee’ star Naya Rivera saved son before drowning, Ventura County sheriff says

Updated 1:40 p.m.

Hawaii-born Kelly Preston, actress and wife of John Travolta, dies at age 57

Updated 2:11 p.m.
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California CEO resigns over video showing racist outburst against Asian family

Updated 10:51 a.m.
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Top News

U.S. budget deficit hits all-time high of $864 billion in June

The amount of red ink in June surpasses most annual deficits in the nation’s history and is above the previous monthly record of $738 billion in April.

Updated 2:09 p.m.
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Man, 60, wanted on no-bail warrant for violating federal probation

Updated 2:40 p.m.

Zippy’s Makiki welcomes dine-in customers

Updated 1:30 p.m.

2 men arrested in Kailua store burglary

Updated 12:30 p.m.

California shuts bars, indoor dining and most gyms, churches

Updated 2:56 p.m.
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Stocks slam into reverse as coronavirus keeps scarring economy

Updated 1:27 p.m.

Time to make masks mandatory? It’s not just a U.S. debate

Updated 1:30 p.m.

Teen trio charged in Makaha double stabbing

Updated 9:20 a.m.
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Subways sparkle, but does cleaning decrease COVID-19 risk?

Updated 1:33 p.m.

City cancels summer parks events, but hints at Hanauma Bay reopening

Updated 12:15 p.m.

More than 200 schools back lawsuit over new federal foreign student rule

Updated 12:55 p.m.

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3 more Hawaii residents with coronavirus die bringing statewide death toll to 22

3 more Hawaii residents with coronavirus die bringing statewide death toll to 22

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WATCH LIVE: Gov. Ige extends start date of pre-travel testing of trans-Pacific arrivals until Sept. 1

WATCH LIVE: Gov. Ige extends start date of pre-travel testing of trans-Pacific arrivals until Sept. 1

Los Angeles and San Diego schools to go online-only in the fall

Los Angeles and San Diego schools to go online-only in the fall

More than 200 schools back lawsuit over new federal foreign student rule

More than 200 schools back lawsuit over new federal foreign student rule

AMERICA IN TURMOIL

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California CEO resigns over video showing racist outburst against Asian family

California CEO resigns over video showing racist outburst against Asian family

Washington’s NFL team drops ‘Redskins’ name after 87 years

Washington’s NFL team drops ‘Redskins’ name after 87 years

Anti-racism protesters rally after ‘Black Lives Matter’ painted over in California

Anti-racism protesters rally after ‘Black Lives Matter’ painted over in California

Tucker Carlson writer resigns after racist posts revealed

Tucker Carlson writer resigns after racist posts revealed

Photo Galleries

California orders indoor activities and bars to shut down statewide

California orders indoor activities and bars to shut down statewide

Hawaii-born actress Kelly Preston, wife of John Travolta, dies at 57

Hawaii-born actress Kelly Preston, wife of John Travolta, dies at 57

Local temples honor the season with virtual bon dances

Local temples honor the season with virtual bon dances

Dine in Chinatown event provides small boost to area merchants

Dine in Chinatown event provides small boost to area merchants

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Many maskless people enjoy ‘Open Street Kalakaua’ in Waikiki while coronavirus continues to spread

Many maskless people enjoy ‘Open Street Kalakaua’ in Waikiki while coronavirus continues to spread

By Dan Nakaso dnakaso@staradvertiser.com
Today
Updated 9:51 a.m.

Proposed Ewa Beach sea wall raises concerns

Updated 10:36 p.m.

There’s good news for besieged ohia trees

Updated 10:28 p.m.

Critically endangered plant from Kahoolawe gets new life with more than 20 seedlings

Updated 12:22 a.m.

Company connected to president of Hawaii Senate gets virus relief loan

Updated 10:31 p.m.

Sports

Collin Morikawa comes up clutch in playoff to deny Justin Thomas

Collin Morikawa comes up clutch in playoff to deny Justin Thomas

By Doug Ferguson Associated Press
Today
Updated 12:05 a.m.

Ferd Lewis: Like football, Hawaii volleyball will likely take a scheduling hit

Waianae’s Max Holloway loses title fight via split decision at UFC 251

Delaying Aloha Stadium project could add $20M to its cost

Hawaii is left in a lurch when the Pac-12 decides to stay in house this football season

Editorial

Editorial: Next mayor must stand and deliver

Editorial: Next mayor must stand and deliver

Letters: COVID-19 cases mostly flat after BLM protests; Drivers shouldn’t park on beach at Keaau; Auntie Blanche steps up with homes for homeless

Letters: COVID-19 cases mostly flat after BLM protests; Drivers shouldn’t park on beach at Keaau; Auntie Blanche steps up with homes for homeless

Column: Whitetip sharks need protection from commercial fishing

Column: Whitetip sharks need protection from commercial fishing

Off the News: Young Brothers seeks more help

Off the News: Young Brothers seeks more help

Entertainment

With new name and album, The Chicks’ voices ring loud again

With new name and album, The Chicks’ voices ring loud again

By Associated Press
Today
Updated 1:48 p.m.

Peacock enters streaming fray with paid, free subscriptions

Updated 2 p.m.

‘Glee’ star Naya Rivera saved son before drowning, Ventura County sheriff says

Updated 1:40 p.m.

Hawaii-born Kelly Preston, actress and wife of John Travolta, dies at age 57

Updated 2:11 p.m.

Grandson of Elvis Presley dies at age 27 in California

Crave

Zippy’s Makiki welcomes dine-in customers

Zippy’s Makiki welcomes dine-in customers

By Star-Advertiser staff
Today
Updated 1:30 p.m.

Hilo eatery upholds Lebanese traditions

The Weekly Eater: Istanbul’s Turkish delicacies draw crowds

Mr. Wada’s mochiko chicken is an ‘Iolani School’s phenomenon

Think beyond banana bread

Latest Columns

David Shapiro: Kai Kahele traveling a gilded political fast lane to Washington

David Shapiro: Kai Kahele traveling a gilded political fast lane to Washington

By David Shapiro, Special to the Star-Advertiser

Kokua Line: Hawaii claimants seeking jobless aid end up with big PUA bills instead

Kokua Line: Hawaii claimants seeking jobless aid end up with big PUA bills instead

By Christine Donnelly cdonnelly@staradvertiser.com

Ferd Lewis: Like football, Hawaii volleyball will likely take a scheduling hit

Ferd Lewis: Like football, Hawaii volleyball will likely take a scheduling hit

By Ferd Lewis flewis@staradvertiser.com

Richard Borreca: Tammy Duckworth is a viable Democratic candidate for vice president, a force to be reckoned with

Richard Borreca: Tammy Duckworth is a viable Democratic candidate for vice president, a force to be reckoned with

By Richard Borreca Special to the Star-Advertiser

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Coronavirus Resources

Hawaii financial executives note signs of stress, not panic

Hawaii financial executives note signs of stress, not panic

Peacock enters streaming fray with paid, free subscriptions

Kokua Line: Hawaii claimants seeking jobless aid end up with big PUA bills instead

Hawaii banks, credit unions provide aid to needy consumers, businesses

7 podcasts your wallet will love

Letters to the Editor

Letters: COVID-19 cases mostly flat after BLM protests; Drivers shouldn’t park on beach at Keaau; Auntie Blanche steps up with homes for homeless

Letters: COVID-19 cases mostly flat after BLM protests; Drivers shouldn’t park on beach at Keaau; Auntie Blanche steps up with homes for homeless

Letters: Enable safe visits at senior living facilities; Hawaiian homestead ruling brings justice; Waikiki event keeps folks moving outside

Letters: Hawaii a good place to test coronavirus vaccine; July 4 explosions show lack of mutual respect; City shouldn’t charge fee for using kiosks

Letters: Risk too great to hold Chinatown street party; Some controversial statues should remain; Voting in person safer than mail-in balloting

Letters: Let mayors decide on opening of tourism; Spruce up landscaping near McCoy Pavilion; HPD shouldn’t discount public’s concerns

Politics

Trump, Biden try to outdo each other on tough talk on China

Trump, Biden try to outdo each other on tough talk on China

Richard Borreca: Tammy Duckworth is a viable Democratic candidate for vice president, a force to be reckoned with

Richard Borreca: Tammy Duckworth is a viable Democratic candidate for vice president, a force to be reckoned with

Lawyers seek to halt Purdue Pharma political contributions

Lawyers seek to halt Purdue Pharma political contributions

Robert Mueller defends Russia probe and says Roger Stone remains a convicted felon

Robert Mueller defends Russia probe and says Roger Stone remains a convicted felon

HEALTH

Subways sparkle, but does cleaning decrease COVID-19 risk?

Subways sparkle, but does cleaning decrease COVID-19 risk?

By Associated Press
Today
Updated 1:33 p.m.

Florida shatters national record for new coronavirus cases

Hawaii Health Department to shut down restaurants and bars flouting coronavirus precautions

Mainland supplier of coronavirus testing equipment says it reduced, but not cut off, supplies to Hawaii lab

Indoor airborne spread of coronavirus possible, World Health Organization says

Features

Hawaii’s temples honor the season with virtual bon dances

Hawaii’s temples honor the season with virtual bon dances

By Pat Gee pgee@staradvertiser.com
July 12, 2020

On the Scene with Roger Bong of Aloha Got Soul

Island Mele: Bill Noble & Dwight Tokumoto plays the classics; a new single from Storm

K-Drama: Ji-sun’s deep sorrow puzzles family on ‘That’s the Way It Is’

Now Read This: ‘Goodbye, Friend! Hello, Friend!,’ ‘The Boy and Girl Who Broke the World’

MORE SPORTS

Pucks and masks prevalent as 24 NHL teams open training camp

Pucks and masks prevalent as 24 NHL teams open training camp

Updated 1:56 p.m.

Houston Rockets’ Russell Westbrook says he tested positive for coronavirus

Updated 8:12 a.m.

Washington’s NFL team drops ‘Redskins’ name after 87 years

Updated 10:45 a.m.

New York Yankees closer Aroldis Chapman contracts coronavirus

No longer Dana White’s dream, UFC’s Fight Island is real

GOOD NEWS

Long-shut factory helps coronavirus-struck Afghans breathe free

Long-shut factory helps coronavirus-struck Afghans breathe free

Wyoming lei burial honors 1908 paniolo roping champion

Man runs 218 miles to virus-stricken ‘Nana’s’ nursing home

Man wronged in past by police saves officer from burning car

Twitter gives workers day off to vote in national elections

Nonprofit Kupu Hawaii cooks up second chances during coronavirus pandemic

BUSINESS

Subways sparkle, but does cleaning decrease COVID-19 risk?

Subways sparkle, but does cleaning decrease COVID-19 risk?

Updated 1:33 p.m.

Zippy’s Makiki welcomes dine-in customers

Updated 1:30 p.m.

Stocks slam into reverse as coronavirus keeps scarring economy

Updated 1:27 p.m.

U.S. budget deficit hits all-time high of $864 billion in June

Updated 2:09 p.m.

Peacock enters streaming fray with paid, free subscriptions

Updated 2 p.m.

ODD NEWS

Coronavirus lockdowns spared millions of animals from becoming roadkill, researchers say

Coronavirus lockdowns spared millions of animals from becoming roadkill, researchers say

Would-be travelers in Taiwan live out dreams of flying again

Was new green onion-flavored Chex worth South Koreans’ 16-year wait?

Swimmer caught on video grabbing shark at Delaware beach

Fireworks are booming before July 4 nationwide, but why the ruckus?

Sausage, onion and iguana: Dead reptile found in pizza joint

Live Well

Pen pal program attracts support across the nation

Pen pal program attracts support across the nation

Pandemic highlights weaknesses in home care

Take a road trip with a rented recreational vehicle

High blood pressure, COVID-19 are bad combination

‘Grandma’ delivers help through pandemic

Focus on Japan

Empty classroom used to raise puffer fish

Empty classroom used to raise puffer fish

Toyota provides hospitals with infection-barrier cars

PHOTO: Watery Rescue

PHOTO: Safety on Stage

Karaoke businesses hit sour note with COVID-19

Travel

Las Vegas Advisor: Virus spike spurs Nevada to extend Phase 2 protocols

Las Vegas Advisor: Virus spike spurs Nevada to extend Phase 2 protocols

Signs of Hawaiian Life — July 12, 2020

5 Caribbean destinations reopening this summer

Signs of Hawaiian Life – July 5, 2020

Las Vegas Advisor: Majority of Strip casinos are now open

Recipes

Easy-Kine Cooking: Hearty tomato salad hits the spot

Easy-Kine Cooking: Hearty tomato salad hits the spot

Mr. Wada’s mochiko chicken is an ‘Iolani School’s phenomenon

Think beyond banana bread

4 easy steps to crisp, oven-fried Nashville chicken

Spirited Conversations: Cocktails to brighten up a barbecue

National news

More than 200 schools back lawsuit over new federal foreign student rule

More than 200 schools back lawsuit over new federal foreign student rule

Updated 12:55 p.m.

U.S. rejects nearly all Chinese claims in South China Sea

Updated 10:21 a.m.

California CEO resigns over video showing racist outburst against Asian family

Updated 10:51 a.m.

Anti-racism protesters rally after ‘Black Lives Matter’ painted over in California

Updated 4:29 p.m.

Appeals court: First federal execution in 17 years can proceed

World news

Britain-China ties freeze with debate over Huawei, Hong Kong

Britain-China ties freeze with debate over Huawei, Hong Kong

Updated 5:13 p.m.

Iran blames bad communication, alignment for jet shootdown

KFC birthday party costs $18K in coronavirus fines in Australia

5 dead in hostage situation at troubled South Africa church

Dozens of U.S. Marines in Japan’s Okinawa infected with coronavirus

New York Times

Los Angeles and San Diego schools to go online-only in the fall

Los Angeles and San Diego schools to go online-only in the fall

Updated 9:24 a.m.

Trump aides undercut Dr. Anthony Fauci as he speaks up on coronavirus concerns

Updated 3:57 p.m.

7 podcasts your wallet will love

5 Caribbean destinations reopening this summer

U.S. will impose tariffs on French goods in response to tech tax

Grizzly bears around Yellowstone can stay on endangered species list, court rules

Obituaries

Hawaii-born Kelly Preston, actress and wife of John Travolta, dies at age 57

Hawaii-born Kelly Preston, actress and wife of John Travolta, dies at age 57

Updated 2:11 p.m.

Grandson of Elvis Presley dies at age 27 in California

Society of Seven founder Tony Ruivivar was a showman of many talents

Gen. Paik Sun-yup, major South Korean war hero, dies at age 99

Mary Kay Letourneau, Washington state teacher jailed for raping student, dies

World’s longest-surviving conjoined twins die at 68

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VIDEO: Businessman Rick Blangiardi joins Honolulu Star-Advertiser’s Spotlight Hawaii

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‘Glee’ star Naya Rivera saved son before drowning, Ventura County sheriff says

California CEO resigns over video showing racist outburst against Asian family

‘Turtle Beach’ could become a hot spot for coronavirus once tourists return, scientist warns

USS Arizona Memorial walk-on access resumes but needs visitors to stay afloat

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