Mid-Pacific accepts cryptocurrency
Mid-Pacific Institute has announced a new policy allowing cryptocurrency donations, highlighting the school’s commitment to embracing innovation and broadening opportunities for inclusive philanthropy. Read more
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Hawaii crime boss Miske found dead at detention center
Honolulu businessman Michael J. Miske Jr., 50, was found dead Sunday at the Federal Detention Center in Honolulu, where he had been held since his arrest in 2020 and was awaiting sentencing in January. Read more
Honolulu crime boss Michael Miske found dead at FDC
Sources have confirmed with the Honolulu Star-Advertiser as of noon, but his cause of death has not been confirmed. Read more
Good Neighbor Fund: Hawaii student finds holiday joy in volunteering
Tiffany Nunies, 20, a human services major aspiring to become a social worker, said she chose to volunteer with Helping Hands Hawaii after researching various nonprofit organizations. Read more
Injured hiker rescued at Maunawili Trail
Six units staffed with 16 personnel were dispatched to the scene. The first unit arrived at 9:50 p.m., established command, and secured a landing zone for air operations. Read more
1 suspect still wanted in Chinatown vandalism case
Three of the four suspects involved in the incident have been identified and arrested through tips from the public and the efforts of HPD detectives and officers. Read more
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Good Neighbor Fund kicks off holiday drive to help needy Hawaii families
Many families served by Helping Hands Hawaii allocate over 30% of their income to housing, leaving little for other necessities like food or furniture. Read more
Par Hawaii to invest $90 million in renewable-fuel transformation
A petroleum refinery in the James Campbell Industrial Park officially began its transition into the clean- energy sector with a blessing ceremony Thursday, marking the start of its efforts to adopt more sustainable energy practices and work toward Gov. Josh Green’s goal of achieving 100% renewable energy by 2045. Read more
EPA amends 2023 Red Hill order
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, the Navy and the Defense Logistics Agency on Tuesday finalized amendments to the 2023 Red Hill Administrative Consent Order with the aim to “improve public outreach during closure and cleanup of the Red Hill Bulk Fuel Storage Facility, as well as continued efforts to safeguard drinking water at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam.” Read more
Red Hill Registry launches virtual focus groups
The University of Hawaii is hosting virtual focus groups to help shape the development of the Red Hill Registry, a new initiative aimed at connecting those affected by the Red Hill water crisis with resources and tracking health impacts over time. Read more
Major coral relocation effort completed on Hawaii island
A team of conservation divers has successfully removed and relocated nearly 11 years’ worth of coral growth from a decommissioned offshore fish farm pen that was towed into the Honokohau Small Boat Harbor on Hawaii island last week. Read more
Local artists to highlight Oahu’s culture through public art initiative
Honolulu Mayor Rick Blangiardi and the Wahi Pana project team Monday announced the launch of Wahi Pana: Storied Places, a public art initiative that will showcase the history and culture of Oahu’s landmarks. Read more
Gov. Green calls Kennedy’s choice as HHS leader ‘insane’
Gov. Josh Green has “severe reservations” and is strongly criticizing President-elect Donald Trump’s choice of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to lead the Department of Health and Human Services. Read more
Youth invited to participate in Climate Action Summit
Children, teens and young adults are invited to attend the Youth Climate Summit on Saturday at the state Capitol. Read more
Toxic fire suppressant spills reviewed
The Department of Defense Office of Inspector General released a management advisory report Thursday detailing concerns about the Navy’s handling of spills involving thousands of gallons of aqueous film- forming foam concentrate — a toxic fire suppressant containing “forever chemicals” — at Red Hill from 2019 to 2022. Read more
FEMA extends assistance to Maui survivors; Schatz asks for further aid
The Federal Emergency Management Agency has approved Hawaii’s request to extend Financial Assistance and Direct Temporary Housing Assistance for an additional year, now through Feb. 10, 2026. Originally, the 18-month assistance period was scheduled to end on Feb. 10, 2025. Read more
DHHL receives over $72 million for broadband connectivity expansion
The state Department of Hawaiian Home Lands has received a more than $72 million grant from the National Telecommunications and Information Administration’s Tribal Broadband Connectivity Program to expand high-speed internet access for Native Hawaiian households. Read more
Plaque near McKinley statue addresses misrepresentation
The Association of Hawaiian Civic Clubs unveiled a new plaque Monday at the President William McKinley High School campus. Read more
Maui court strikes down new shoreline management rules
Maui Tomorrow argued the rules unlawfully delegated the commission’s oversight responsibilities to developers, who were given broad exemptions to determine on their own whether their projects were exempt from SMA regulations. Read more
Office of Hawaiian Affairs incumbents secure reelection
Among the winners was incumbent Keli‘i Akina, who defeated Lei Ahu Isa for an at-large OHA Board of Trustees seat. Read more
Hotel workers, Hilton reach tentative agreement
The 40-day strike by workers at the Hilton Hawaiian Village Waikiki Beach Resort appears to be nearing an end after Hilton and UNITE HERE Local 5 announced a tentative agreement on a new contract late Saturday. Read more
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