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Hawaiian Airlines to get new leadership after merger closes with Alaska

Hawaiian Airlines to get new leadership after merger closes with Alaska

Hawaiian Airlines President and CEO Peter Ingram will step down following the completion of Alaska Airlines’ $1.9 billion purchase of the local company, which passed its final federal regulatory hurdle today.

By Allison Schaefers
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Hawaii man in alleged assassination attempt asked Iran to kill Trump

Last updated 11:45 p.m.
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Washington couple apparently drowns in Maui waters

Last updated 11:16 p.m.
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Kokua Line: Can I keep unemployement benefits if I leave Hawaii?

Last updated 11:44 p.m.

QB Tuifua is Damien’s big man with big dreams

Last updated 11:35 p.m.

Top News

HPD seeks tips in Manoa homicide; identify victim

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Suspect in assassination attempt was seen as liability to Ukraine, ex-soldier says

Last updated 1:32 p.m.

U.S. passport renewals available online starting on Wednesday

Last updated 5:23 p.m.

Kilauea volcano eruption continues in remote area

Last updated 9:05 a.m.

In Egypt, Blinken to discuss bilateral ties, Gaza ceasefire

Last updated 2:13 p.m.

Vance remarks on Harris are dangerous, White House says

Last updated 1:28 p.m.
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Man, 52, convicted of shooting HPD officer in July 2019

Last updated 11:08 a.m.

Moped rider, 55, hospitalized after he is hit by SUV in Moiliili

Last updated 12:19 p.m.

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Maui Wildfires

Fire intensifies Lahaina community’s push for bypass extension

Fire intensifies Lahaina community’s push for bypass extension

Sept. 15, 2024

Second phase of Lahaina fire findings released

Second phase of Lahaina fire findings released

Sept. 14, 2024

Hawaii Attorney General releases second phase of Maui fire probe

Hawaii Attorney General releases second phase of Maui fire probe

Sept. 13, 2024

Tokuda reads names of Maui victims into Congressional record

Tokuda reads names of Maui victims into Congressional record

Sept. 10, 2024

ELECTION 2024

Vance remarks on Harris are dangerous, White House says

Vance remarks on Harris are dangerous, White House says

Today

Suspect in assassination attempt was seen as liability to Ukraine, ex-soldier says

Suspect in assassination attempt was seen as liability to Ukraine, ex-soldier says

Today

Harris blames Trump, abortion ban for Georgia woman’s death

Harris blames Trump, abortion ban for Georgia woman’s death

Today

Trump, using harsh language, urges Democrats to tone down theirs

Trump, using harsh language, urges Democrats to tone down theirs

Today

War in the Middle East

In Egypt, Blinken to discuss bilateral ties, Gaza ceasefire

In Egypt, Blinken to discuss bilateral ties, Gaza ceasefire

Today

Pager explosions in Lebanon kill 8, injure over 2,700

Pager explosions in Lebanon kill 8, injure over 2,700

Today

Russia sharing nuclear secrets with Iran worries U.S., U.K.

Russia sharing nuclear secrets with Iran worries U.S., U.K.

Sept. 14, 2024

Biden demands accountability after U.S. citizen’s death in West Bank

Biden demands accountability after U.S. citizen’s death in West Bank

Sept. 11, 2024

Hawaii News

Hawaii man in alleged assassination attempt asked Iran to kill Trump

Hawaii man in alleged assassination attempt asked Iran to kill Trump

Updated 11:45 p.m.

City, state unveil medical respite to provide care for the homeless

Updated 11:42 p.m.

Washington couple apparently drowns in Maui waters

Updated 11:16 p.m.

Kokua Line: Can I keep unemployement benefits if I leave Hawaii?

Updated 11:44 p.m.

1-day mass permitting events to continue in West, South Maui

Updated 12:05 a.m.

Sports

QB Tuifua is Damien’s big man with big dreams

QB Tuifua is Damien’s big man with big dreams

Updated 11:35 p.m.

Stephen Tsai: Time for Hawaii to re-negotiate terms with the MWC

Updated 11:27 p.m.

Prep volleyball top 10: ‘Iolani ranked No. 1 for first time since 2022

Updated 11:24 p.m.

Prep football top 10: Campbell overtakes Kahuku for No. 1

Updated 11:29 p.m.

Hawaii claims three Big West honors

Updated 11:26 p.m.

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Kokua Line

Kokua Line: Can I keep unemployement benefits if I leave Hawaii?

Kokua Line: What are the upcoming ballot questions?

Kokua Line: When will new teachers be paid in full?

Kokua Line: What are the rules for voters in care homes?

Kokua Line: Will I lose exemption if home goes into trust?

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Eugene Scheffer Crossword

A daily puzzle known for its clever wordplay and balanced difficulty, for both novice and experienced solvers.

Crossword

Guesstionary

Decode the word in 6 daily tries. Green for right letters in place, yellow for right letters in wrong place, and gray for outliers.

Crossword

Classic Sudoku

Solve the 9x9 grid, fill in numbers 1 to 9 without repeats in rows, columns, or 3x3 subgrids.

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Editorial

Letter: Pickleball noise at park not good for residents

Letter: Pickleball noise at park not good for residents

Today

Editorial: Zero tolerance on political violence

Editorial: Zero tolerance on political violence

Today

Off the news: Honoring Borge, her housing legacy

Off the news: Honoring Borge, her housing legacy

Today

Off the news: UH meet-and-greet enters digital age

Off the news: UH meet-and-greet enters digital age

Today

Photo Galleries

Kilauea volcano erupts from a remote area of Hawai’i Volcanoes National Park

Kilauea volcano erupts from a remote area of Hawai’i Volcanoes National Park

Today

Harris campaigns in Philadelphia

Harris campaigns in Philadelphia

Today

Trump holds a campaign town hall meeting in Flint

Trump holds a campaign town hall meeting in Flint

Today

People attend blessing of World Wide Walls 2024 Hawaii Festival kickoff

People attend blessing of World Wide Walls 2024 Hawaii Festival kickoff

Sept. 16, 2024

Politics

In Egypt, Blinken to discuss bilateral ties, Gaza ceasefire

In Egypt, Blinken to discuss bilateral ties, Gaza ceasefire

Today

Senate IVF bill blocked by GOP despite Trump backing

Senate IVF bill blocked by GOP despite Trump backing

Today

City, state unveil medical respite to provide care for the homeless

City, state unveil medical respite to provide care for the homeless

Today

Trump sticks to schedule after apparent assassination attempt

Trump sticks to schedule after apparent assassination attempt

Sept. 16, 2024

Entertainment

Sean Combs denied bail on sex trafficking, racketeering charges

Sean Combs denied bail on sex trafficking, racketeering charges

Updated 2:22 p.m.

‘Shogun’ wins best drama, ‘Hacks’ surprises in comedy at Emmys

Sept. 16, 2024

Trump attacks Taylor Swift on social media after her Harris endorsement

Sept. 16, 2024

All Nations Powwow returns to Big Island for 10th year

Sept. 16, 2024

Hilo-based stuntman launches program to train local talent

Sept. 14, 2024

Featured Columns

Kokua Line: Can I keep unemployement benefits if I leave Hawaii?

Kokua Line: Can I keep unemployement benefits if I leave Hawaii?

Updated 11:44 p.m.

Stephen Tsai: Time for Hawaii to re-negotiate terms with the MWC

Updated 11:27 p.m.

Jerry Campany: Campbell QB will become isle’s leader in passing yardage — just not yet

Sept. 16, 2024

Column: Youth vote alive, but not priority for all

Sept. 15, 2024

Volcanic Ash: Make the general election more than just a sideshow

Sept. 15, 2024

Crave

Local-kine grindz

Local-kine grindz

Sept. 9, 2024

‘Pasta’ La Vista

Sept. 9, 2024

Fall in love with this pasta

Sept. 9, 2024

Tantalizing tamales

Sept. 9, 2024

This ‘N’ That

Sept. 9, 2024

Perfect package

Sept. 9, 2024

Hawaii Prep World

QB Tuifua is Damien’s big man with big dreams

QB Tuifua is Damien’s big man with big dreams

Today

Prep volleyball top 10: ‘Iolani ranked No. 1 for first time since 2022

Prep volleyball top 10: ‘Iolani ranked No. 1 for first time since 2022

Today

Prep football top 10: Campbell overtakes Kahuku for No. 1

Prep football top 10: Campbell overtakes Kahuku for No. 1

Today

Nation’s No. 1 Mater Dei dominates Kahuku

Nation’s No. 1 Mater Dei dominates Kahuku

Sept. 15, 2024

Red Hill Water Crisis

BWS’ $1.2B Red Hill claim still under review

BWS’ $1.2B Red Hill claim still under review

Sept. 13, 2024

Editorial: Navy must conduct weekly water tests

Editorial: Navy must conduct weekly water tests

Sept. 6, 2024

Council OKs resolution for more water testing

Council OKs resolution for more water testing

Sept. 5, 2024

Council calls for more Red Hill water testing

Council calls for more Red Hill water testing

Sept. 4, 2024

Archives

Sept. 29, 2021: Kilauea resumes eruption at Halemaumau Crater

Crime in Hawaii

HPD seeks tips in Manoa homicide; identify victim

HPD seeks tips in Manoa homicide; identify victim

Updated Noon

Man, 52, convicted of shooting HPD officer in July 2019

Updated 11:08 a.m.

Hawaii man in alleged assassination attempt asked Iran to kill Trump

Updated 11:45 p.m.

Russia Attacks Ukraine

Blinken briefed on Ukraine’s plan to push Russia to end war

Blinken briefed on Ukraine’s plan to push Russia to end war

Updated 10:52 a.m.

NATO official: Ukraine has military reason for striking deeper into Russia

Sept. 14, 2024

Meeting with Biden, British leader hints at Ukraine weapon decision soon

Sept. 13, 2024

America in Turmoil

Vance remarks on Harris are dangerous, White House says

Vance remarks on Harris are dangerous, White House says

Updated 1:28 p.m.

Suspect in assassination attempt was seen as liability to Ukraine, ex-soldier says

Updated 1:32 p.m.

Suspect in Trump assassination attempt charged with gun crimes

Sept. 16, 2024

Business

Fed to go big on first rate cut, traders bet

Fed to go big on first rate cut, traders bet

Updated 1:09 p.m.

Meta bans Russian state media for ‘foreign interference’

Updated 12:50 p.m.

Stocks end little changed as early gains fade before Fed decision

Updated 11:50 a.m.

Obituaries

Peru’s Fujimori, divisive head of political dynasty, dies at 86

Peru’s Fujimori, divisive head of political dynasty, dies at 86

Sept. 12, 2024

Georgette Deemer, tireless film industry promoter, dies at age 71

Sept. 12, 2024

James Earl Jones, voice of Darth Vader, dies at 93

Sept. 9, 2024

National news

U.S. passport renewals available online starting on Wednesday

U.S. passport renewals available online starting on Wednesday

Updated 5:23 p.m.

Harris blames Trump, abortion ban for Georgia woman’s death

Updated 9:34 a.m.

Trump, using harsh language, urges Democrats to tone down theirs

Updated 6 a.m.

World news

Blinken briefed on Ukraine’s plan to push Russia to end war

Blinken briefed on Ukraine’s plan to push Russia to end war

Updated 10:52 a.m.

Pager explosions in Lebanon kill 8, injure over 2,700

Updated 8:29 a.m.

U.S. Navy aircraft transits Taiwan Strait

Updated 7:11 a.m.

Traffic

Moped rider, 55, hospitalized after he is hit by SUV in Moiliili

Moped rider, 55, hospitalized after he is hit by SUV in Moiliili

Updated 12:19 p.m.

Man, 25, hospitalized after fall from e-scooter on Old Pali Road

Sept. 16, 2024

Man, 88, dies after being struck by car while crossing Maili road

Sept. 14, 2024

Focus on Japan

Record number of career civil servants have quit

Record number of career civil servants have quit

Sept. 12, 2024

Japan bets on heat-resistant rice

Sept. 12, 2024

Cherished toys travel through Tokyo

Sept. 5, 2024

Travel

In Colombia, you can watch whales, and serenade them, too

In Colombia, you can watch whales, and serenade them, too

Sept. 15, 2024

Wisconsin has lots of compelling history to share

Sept. 15, 2024

Las Vegas Advisor: Monday football parties have all but vanished

Sept. 15, 2024

Recipes

Fall in love with this pasta

Fall in love with this pasta

Sept. 9, 2024

The perfection paradox

Sept. 9, 2024

This tofu’s tasty

Sept. 9, 2024

Live Well

In ‘Matlock,’ Kathy Bates takes one last case

In ‘Matlock,’ Kathy Bates takes one last case

Updated 12:05 a.m.

How to exercise during menopause

Sept. 10, 2024

Shanghai’s seniors pursue ‘twilight love’

Sept. 3, 2024