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Some hospitals in crisis as U.S. nears high for coronavirus cases
The U.S. recorded 71,671 new cases Thursday, with several states setting records across the Midwest and West. Read more
The U.S. recorded 71,671 new cases Thursday, with several states setting records across the Midwest and West. Read more
As Jeffrey Katzenberg and Meg Whitman prepared to launch their streaming service Quibi, the powerhouse executives pitched it as a happy home for filmmakers to bring their short-form shows and movies. The company was what every producer wants to see in Hollywood — a big-spending new buyer hungry for fresh material. Read more
Family members of a Utah college student who was found strangled and burned last year following a search for her that captured the nation’s attention called the man who pleaded guilty to her murder a “monster” Friday as they confronted him before he was sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole. Read more
First Hawaiian Bank, indicating that it sees some signs of the state’s economy stabilizing, set aside far fewer reserves for potential loan losses in the third quarter than previous periods as the company’s earnings soared past analysts’ estimates. Read more
U.S. Attorney Kenji Price this afternoon announced the breakup of a Hawaii methamphetamine distribution ring along with charges against 10 defendants involved in the drug trafficking. Read more
The state Department of Land and Natural Resources Division of Aquatic Resources has, to date, counted 24 monk seal hookings on Oahu, which it says is a substantial increase from recent years. Read more
Forecasters said the wet weather over the west end of the state is expected to shift to windward Maui and Hawaii island this weekend. Read more
The seal was believed to have been shot, according to a notice from NOAA’s Office of Law Enforcement. Read more
Coronavirus infections on Lanai have swelled to 65, up from four cases three days ago. Read more
There are 2,963 active virus infections statewide, with a total of 11,292 patients classified as “released from isolation,” and 60 new release cases reported today. Read more
Honolulu police seized 20 gambling machines and cash during a raid at an illegal game room in Kalihi Thursday night. Read more
Judge Todd Eddins names to Hawaii Supreme Court Read more
This clustering of earthquakes “does not mean an eruption is imminent,” the USGS said in a news release today. Read more
Honolulu Emergency Medical Services Jim Ireland, paramedic Sunny Fitzgerald and Hawaii Chief Election Officer Scott Nago join us today for a livestream video at 10:30 a.m. to take your questions during Spotlight Hawaii. Read more
Lifeguards on Jet skis rescued the individuals and safely brought them to shore. No injuries were reported. Read more
The nest is about the size of a basketball and contains an estimated 100 to 200 hornets, according to scientists, who suspected it was in the area ever since the invasive insects began appearing late last year. Read more
The victim sustained stab wounds to her neck and back and was taken in serious condition to The Queen’s Medical Center where she underwent surgery. Read more
Dozens of attorneys for the Republicans and the Democrats are already clashing in courts across the U.S. over mailed-in ballot deadlines and other issues. Read more
Police say the suspect traveled to a fast-food restaurant within 4 miles of Biden’s home, and wrote a checklist note ending with the word “execute.” Read more
“The CO2 RUN DWN” runs on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays at 1 p.m. and feature insights, interviews and commentary from the former CFL most valuable player and UH all-time career yardage leader. Read more
The deal also is aimed at unifying Arab countries against their common adversary, Iran. Read more
