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Katherine Kealoha to leave prison after serving fraction of 13-year sentence

HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - Katherine Kealoha, the former high-ranking deputy city prosecutor convicted of fraud, conspiracy and obstruction, will be moved this month from a federal prison to a halfway house years before her 13-year sentence is up. Transfer timeline. Kealoha will be moved from the Victorville medium-security prison outside of...

Honolulu, HI · 9h

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Dangerous Dog Breeds Banned in Hawaii: What the Law Actually Says

Explore amazing animal stories – visit Animal of Things Now and follow us! Dangerous dog breeds banned in Hawaii is a shorter list than most owners expect. Pet Relocation reports that the state has no breed-specific legislation covering pit bulls, Rottweilers, Dobermans or any other standard domestic breed. What Hawaii does prohibit are non-domestic hybrids such as wolf-dogs and Dingoes. That does not mean breed rules never touch … This article, Dangerous Dog Breeds Banned in Hawaii: What the Law Actually Says , appeared first on Animal of Things . Discover more animal wonders – VISIT Animal of Things NOW AND FOLLOW US FOR FRESH UPDATES! Related Posts: • Aggressive Dog Laws in Alaska: What Owners and Bite Victims Should Know • Who Pays Vet Bills in a Dog Fight in West Virginia? Fault, Insurance, and Your Options • When Must You Renew a Dog License in Hawaii? What Hawaii Law Requires

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Career criminal sentenced to 15 years in prison

HONOLULU (Island News) – The career criminal Dion Kitzmiller, 32, was sentenced to a total of 15 years in prison after a court granted the Honolulu Prosecutor’s request for consecutive sentences in two separate criminal cases. The first case stemmed from a domestic violence incident on January 16,...

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State Sen. Brenton Awa resigns from Hawaii Republican Party

HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - State Sen. Brenton Awa is no longer a member of the Hawaii Republican Party. He submitted his resignation in an email to the party chair on Friday, Nov. 6. Awa first mentioned he would leave the party during his concession speech on Election Night, after losing his...

Hawaii · 2d

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New marketplace opens in Lahaina, first commercial tenants since 2023 wildfire

Lahaina opened its first commercial area, a two-year marketplace called Ulu O Lele featuring 25 vendors, marking a significant step in the community's recovery from the 2023 wildfires.

Lahaina, HI · 1d

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‘Nightmare’: Maui homeowner claims Habitat for Humanity neglected contract, retaliated

MAUI (HawaiiNewsNow) - A Hawaiian Home Lands beneficiary claims a non-profit contractor made mistakes while building her new home and then retaliated after she complained. Ashley Caris could not wait to move into the 3-bedroom, post-and-pier Keokea Hawaiian Homestead house with panoramic views mauka to makai. “We look forward to...

Maui, HI · 10h

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Side Street Inn to open first Las Vegas location at the Cal

Popular Hawaii restaurant Side Street Inn is set to open its first Las Vegas location at the California Hotel and Casino early next year, replacing Aloha Specialties.

Honolulu, HI · 9h

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Historic wins confirmed in final election results

HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - Hawaii’s fifth and final election results released Tuesday confirmed two historic outcomes in closely watched state House races. View all Election 2026 results here. Primary election do-over. In West Oʻahu, incumbent Republican Rep. Kanani Souza kept her District 43 seat by 103 votes, beating challenger Sheila...

Hawaii · 11h

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Letter to the Editor: The Deer Problem

Every driver on Molokai knows the anxiety of navigating Kamehameha V Highway. The island-wide axis deer crisis is an undeniable reality, with unpredictable herds frequently crossing the asphalt. For those trying to maintain a safe, defensive driving pace — such as 30 miles per hour — to protect themselves and avoid a collision, the road becomes a high-stress environment. Aggressive tailgating and highly dangerous, illegal passing over double yellow lines have become a regular occurrence on the stretch heading East toward Kamalo.

Hawaii · 2d

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Hawaii Island man sentenced for attempting to smuggle drugs to Alaska

HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - A Hawaii Island man was sentenced to more than 10 years in federal prison for attempting to smuggle drugs from Kona to Alaska. U.S. Attorney Ken Sorenson announced that Kevin James Hallum, 52, of Captain Cook, was sentenced Friday to 121 months in prison, followed by five years of supervised release.

Captain Cook, HI · 2d

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ʻUlu o Lele grand opening celebrates Lahaina businesses and community

Hawaiian Council, in partnership with the County of Maui and with support from Hawaiʻi Community Foundation, invites the community to celebrate the grand opening of ʻUlu o Lele today, Tuesday, Nov. 10 at the former Outlets of Maui site. ‘Ulu o Lele’s nearly two dozen selected small businesses...

Lahaina, HI · 1d

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Tropical Storm Pena Strengthens a Little

Tropical Storm Pena strengthened a little on Tuesday as it moved over the Central North Pacific Ocean far to the southwest of Hawaii. At 10:00 p.m. EST on Tuesday the center of Tropical Storm Pena was located at latitude 10.5°N and longitude 166.0°W which put the center about 920 miles (1480 km) southwest of Honolulu, Hawaii. Pena was moving toward the west at 8 m.p.h. (15 km/h). The maximum sustained wind speed was 45 m.p.h. (75 km/h) and there were wind gusts to 60 m.p.h. (95 km/h). The minimum surface pressure was 1002 mb.

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A Hawaii Goat Has Been Stranded on a Cliff for Nearly Two Weeks

Neighbors on Oahu's North Shore heard the goat before they saw it, and now they are hoping a good Samaritan or a climbing rescue team can bring it down.

Hawaii · 17h

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Saint Louis names three-time state champion Sterling Carvalho new football head coach

Saint Louis School announced Tuesday that Sterling Carvalho has been named the new head coach of its football program, bringing a three-time state championship-winning coach to one of Hawaiʻi’s most storied prep football programs. Carvalho, who guided Kahuku to three consecutive Open Division state championships from 2021 to 2023, will take over the Crusaders in […]

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Honolulu Civil Beat

This Kāneʻohe Couple Hopes To Resolve Permit Issues Before They Die

Dick and Noreen Van Horn, both 86, just wanted to resolve some minor permit issues with their family property so they could pass it on to their children. But that endeavor has turned into a two-and-a-half year waiting game with the Honolulu permitting department. The dispute centers on a deck...

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Molokaʻi waterman Marshall Rosa among four newly inducted legends to the Hawaiʻi Waterman Hall of Fame

Four influential figures in Hawaiʻi’s water sports officially entered the Hawaiʻi Waterman Hall of Fame this week. This year’s inductees are Marshall Rosa of Molokaʻi, Laola Lake Aea of Kauaʻi, Olympic development coach Johnny Puakea, and the late swim coach Harvey Chilton, recognized for their lasting contributions to the water sports community.

Hawaii · 16h

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Hawaii High School Football Elite 12 State Rankings (Nov. 9, 2026)

Kapolei claims the OIA Open Division title, Waipahu and Kalaheo capture league championships, and Hawaii's top teams turn their attention to the state tournament.

Hawaii · 2d

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Man indicted for murder and robbery in fatal Kalihi stabbing

HONOLULU (Island News) – An Oahu grand jury indicted the suspect connected to a fatal Kalihi stabbing that occurred on November 4, 2026. The Honolulu Prosecutor announced on Tuesday that 23-year-old Alexis Aquino was indicted for Murder in the Second Degree and Robbery in the First Degree in connection with the fatal stabbing of 66-year-old Celeste Gusman.

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Honolulu Civil Beat

Green Picks AG To Replace Lopez, Makes Other Cabinet Changes

Matthew Dvonch, who has worked as a deputy attorney general for the past nine years, will be appointed to be Hawaiʻi’s next attorney general. It’s one of perhaps a half-dozen or more changes coming to Gov. Josh Green’s Cabinet as he begins his second four-year term.

Hawaii · 2d

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