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ANALYSIS: Naniloa – Local Crisis, Mainland Asset (Part 1 of 2)
How Hilo’s underutilized “jewel” went from a flawed auction, to foreclosure and bankruptcy.
Man Charged in Bicyclist’s Death Released From Jail
Bail for Siaiku Aholelei had been set at $275,000 for negligent homicide and manslaughter, but a paperwork mixup resulted in his bail being lowered to $25,000.
Thirty Meter Telescope Approval Challenged in Court
A coalition of native Hawaiians and environmentalists are seeking to stop construction of the world’s largest telescope near the summit of Mauna Kea.
Kona Man Run Over in Early-Morning Fatality
Police said the victim was lying on Kuakini Highway when he was struck by a Kealakekua man who police suspect was driving under the influence of alcohol.
UPDATE: Man Held on $275,000 Bail in Bicyclist’s Death
Police said the pickup truck that struck the 66-year-old victim was speeding before it went out of control and crossed the highway’s grassy median.
BLOG: Feds Reveal Sham of ‘THC Ministry’
Those solicited by Roger Christie included cruise ship passengers, and members could also join by mail.
Christies Plead Guilty in Federal Court; January Sentencing Set
Roger Christie pleaded to marijuana trafficking and tax evasion, and his wife, Share, pleaded guilty to possession and trafficking.
UPDATE: Missing Man Spotted, But Present Location Unknown
Richard Gomez, who had left Hilo Friday morning on a trip toward South Point, spent time with a ranger in Hawaii Volcanoes National Park on Sunday.
Christies Scheduled to Enter Guilty Pleas Friday
Roger Christie and his wife, Share, had been scheduled for an Oct. 8 trial on a total of 15 federal charges related to the operation of the Hawaii Cannabis Ministry.
UPDATE: Ruling on Mathison’s Minimum Sentence to Wait
The Hawaii Paroling Authority has asked for additional information from the state’s attorney general before deciding on the former police sergeant’s case.
VIDEO: Man Chains Himself to HELCO Offices Over Bills
A man claiming he had been overbilled by the Big Island electrical utility chained himself to the company’s door earlier this month.
Hawaii, 38 Other States Ask FDA to Regulate E-Cigarettes
Hawaii Attorney General David Louie and 38 other attorneys general want the agency to regulate the product and prohibit their sale to minors.
ANALYSIS: Wealth in Hawai`i, By the Numbers
Which island’s residents make the most money, which island will see the most income growth in the coming years, and how we’re all doing compared to everyone else.
Native Hawaiian Council Weighs in on DHHL Audit Results
Suggestions from the Council for Native Hawaiian Advancement dealt with the state auditor’s findings regarding the agency’s high default rate on homestead loans.
Fire Destroys Home in Eden Roc Estates
The value of the home, which was a wooden structure sandwiched between two metal shipping containers, was estimated at $120,000.
UPDATE: Repairs to Damaged Hawaiian Telcom Line Complete
The break in the fiber-optic system affected both land-lines as well as cellular service routed through the company’s network.
Restaurant Kenichi – One Man’s Dreams of Ramen Made Real
One-time veteran of Oahu’s Side-Street Inn brings home-style Ramen to Hilo.
Grant to Aid Astronomers in Study of Galaxy Formation
Researchers from four California universities will use a new spectrograph on the Keck I telescope to survey nearly 2,000 galaxies.
Police Arrest Second Suspect in Puna Home Invasion
Kawika Kahee was one of three men who allegedly used force against the resident of a Leilani Estates home in July and stole items from her.
Habitat Fundraiser Offers Free Home-Buying Help
Aspiring Homeowners can get free guidance at a home-buying expo and benefit for Habitat for Humanity Saturday at Prince Kuhio Plaza.
