Hawaii Governor Green Announces $4 Billion Settlement for Maui Wildfire Claims
Hawaii's Governor Josh Green announced a $4 billion settlement for the 2023 Maui wildfires to expedite healing and avoid protracted lawsuits. The settlement involves multiple defendants and aims to compensate the affected parties swiftly.
Endangered Hawaiian Monk Seal Pup 'Ili'ili Transferred to a Safer, Remote Oahu Shoreline by NOAA
Federal wildlife officials relocated Hawaiian monk seal pup 'Ili'ili from Sand Island to a remote Oahu shore for better survival chances. The move was to protect the endangered species from urban hazards.
Amazon Launches $200M First-Ever Delivery Station in Honolulu, Aiming to Expedite Shipping and Boost Local Economy
Amazon opened a $200 million delivery station in Honolulu, planning to accelerate local shipping times and aid 1,000 local businesses. The station expects to handle up to 400,000 packages weekly and create up to 800 jobs by end of 2024.
20,000 Hit by Power Outage in East Honolulu, Traffic Cautions Issued on Kalanianaole Highway
Power was restored for most of the 20,000 East Honolulu residents affected by a widespread outage, while fewer than 500 remained without electricity. Traffic was also impacted due to non-functional streetlights.
Oahu Man Convicted on Racketeering and Murder Charges, Federal Jury Orders Asset Forfeiture
Michael J. Miske, Jr. was found guilty by a federal jury of racketeering, murder, and other charges, with sentencing set for November 2024. He is required to forfeit assets including property and millions in financial accounts.












