Honolulu Star-Advertiser

10/08/2025

TODAY'S BIG Q: What do you think about $67 million-plus in federal funds being axed for six Hawaii renewable energy projects?

A. Bad; funds were awarded to solid projects
B. Fine; put funds to better/other uses
C. Undecided; need to learn more

This is not a scientific poll — results reflect only the opinions of those voting.

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10/08/2025

OPINION: "The decision will weigh whether Hawaii’s own centuries-old tradition reining in gun access will suffice."

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The U.S. Supreme Court this week begins a new term of hearings and rulings — though with the flurry of terse emergency rulings that have rained down over the summer months, it doesn’t seem the high court justices had a break.

10/08/2025

OPINION: "The federal government shutdown poses serious consequences for Hawaii’s economy and daily life. As an island state dependent on federal programs, the impacts will ripple quickly across key sectors."

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The federal government shutdown poses serious consequences for Hawaii’s economy and daily life. As an island state dependent on federal programs, the impacts will ripple quickly across key sectors.

10/08/2025

OPINION: "A state that has the highest cost of living in the country cannot be sustained with a tourist-based economy."

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CNBC recently released its annual “America’s Top States for Business” rankings for 2025. As usual, Hawaii ranked at the bottom of the list, coming in at No. 49. Last year, Hawaii ranked dead last at No. 50. This has been going on for years.

10/08/2025

OPINION: "As a high school student, this increase in gun violence, especially in young adults, is a growing concern."

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The number of shooting deaths in Hawaii has increased dramatically over the past few years. In 2023, half of all gun-related homicides were people age 15 to 34.

10/08/2025

The first renovated segment of the Pearl Harbor Historic Bike Trail near Kamehameha Highway in Aiea is ready for bicyclists.

A key link to a planned bicycle and pedestrian-friendly trail network from West Oahu to urban Honolulu has been completed, city officials say.

10/08/2025

A $300 million Trump budget cut to the U.S. Geological Survey would shutter Hawaii’s key climate and ecosystem research centers, affecting work from forest restoration to invasive species control.

Though few may have heard of it, the U.S. Geological Survey Ecosystems Mission Area has for decades worked on conservation science behind the scenes.

10/08/2025

Air traffic control staffing issues are delaying flights for a second straight day at numerous U.S. airports as the government shutdown reaches its seventh day, the Federal Aviation Administration said in a notice today.

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10/08/2025

Joel Paaquao Gorai is charged with two counts each of second-degree promotion of a dangerous drug, attempted second-degree promotion of a dangerous drug, first-degree promotion of a harmful drug and fourth-degree promotion of a harmful drug, plus second-degree promotion of a detrimental drug and possession of drug paraphernalia.

A 46-year-old Waimea man facing 10 drug-related charges, including six felonies, is free pending trial.

10/07/2025

At about 9:30 p.m. Monday, officers responded to a report of a crash at the intersection of Kuhio Highway and Kapule Highway north of Lihue Airport.

Kauai police say a 62-year-old man from Kealia remains in critical condition following a single-vehicle crash Monday night.

10/07/2025

The public is advised to avoid driving through flooded roadways, to ensure mooring lines don’t get too tight at boat harbors, and to move electronics, vehicles or other valuables to higher ground.

The National Weather Service is alerting the public of minor coastal flooding on all Hawaiian islands during early morning high tides through Friday.

10/07/2025

Both versions, called Standard, offer 321 miles of range and less powerful acceleration than the current higher trims called Premium.

Tesla unveiled more affordable versions of its best-selling Model Y SUV and its Model 3 sedan today at $39,990 and $36,990, respectively, as the electric-vehicle maker seeks to reverse falling sales and waning market share amid rising competition.