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John Paul DeJoria has listed his Balinese‑style Kohala Coast estate for $32.5M. The timber temple was built in Bali, shipped to the Big Island and reassembled on Kiholo Bay.
Crime & Emergencies in ...
Honolulu police arrested a 16-year-old after officers recovered a handgun at a Kapolei-area school on Tuesday. No injuries were reported; investigators say the probe is ongoing.
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Maui Food Bank teamed with MEMA to airlift water, rice and frozen protein to Moloka‘i after supplies were pre‑staged March 19. County and nonprofit crews coordinated the move.
Weather & Environment in ...
A deep, magnitude 7.6 earthquake struck near Tonga on Tuesday. U.S. tsunami centers say Hawaii is not at risk.
NWS Honolulu and Hawaii EMA warn strong thunderstorms and 50 mph gusts across Hawaiʻi Island through the morning.
A flood advisory is in effect across Maui until 11 a.m. HST; officials warn of ponding, rising streams and impassable low-water crossings.
A Flood Advisory for Oʻahu runs through 8:45 a.m. HST on Sunday as heavy showers sweep the southeast half of the island. Officials warn of rapid runoff and ponding on low roads.
A flood advisory for Molokaʻi runs through 7:00 a.m. HST Saturday as heavy rain raises streams and threatens low‑water crossings. Officials urge caution on low‑lying roads.
Politics & Govt in ...
Eric Yeaman, a Honolulu finance executive with Big Island roots, was appointed to the Kamehameha Schools board by a probate court order. His return comes as the trust faces legal and land‑management challenges.
Honolulu bought land across from Shark's Cove for about $24.6M to build a North Shore first‑responder hub that will colocate lifeguards and an ambulance unit.
HNL Alert warns of dangerous flash flooding across Oʻahu; officials urge residents to move to higher ground and avoid flooded roads. Monitor official updates.
Health & Lifestyle in ...
Chuck Norris, 86, was hospitalized on Kauai after a medical emergency; TMZ reports he is in good spirits while details remain scarce.
Honolulu police detained several people after reports of gunfire near William Henry Road in Kaneohe; investigators say charges are pending and are asking the public for tips.
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