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Maddox Jr. lifts CSU Fullerton over Hawaii 83-67
FULLERTON, Calif. (AP) — Tray Maddox Jr. scored 23 points as Cal State Fullerton topped Hawaii 83-67 on Friday. Dante Maddox Jr. added 20 points for the Titans. Tray Maddox shot 5 for 7 on 3-pointers. Vincent Lee had 14 points for Cal State Fullerton (4-4, 3-4 Big West Conference). Doctor Bradley added 13...
Kelly, Clarke share lead in Mitsubishi Electric Championship
LA’UPULEHU-KONA, Hawaii (AP) — Jerry Kelly and Darren Clarke shared the second-round lead Friday in the Mitsubishi Electric Championship after first-round leader Retief Goosen stumbled late at Hualalai. Kelly birdied the 18th for a 5-under 67 to match Clarke at 13-under 131 with a round left in the...
Appointee to Hawaii Senate called for governor's impeachment
KAILUA-KONA, Hawaii (AP) — Gov. David Ige’s appointee to a Hawaii Senate seat previously called for his impeachment in a post on social media. Ige selected Laura Clint Acasio from a list of three candidates presented by Democratic Party officials to replace former Sen. Kai Kahele, West Hawaii Today...
Hawaii mayor leaves hospital 11 days after heart attack
HILO, Hawaii (AP) — Hawaii island’s new mayor has been released from a hospital 11 days after suffering a heart attack. Mayor Mitch Roth was released Wednesday from Hilo Medical Center, where he was admitted shortly after experiencing chest pain at his home on Jan. 9, Hawaii Tribune-Herald reported....
Hawaii mobile virus testing van reaches underserved areas
HILO, Hawaii (AP) — A mobile unit of health professionals in Hawaii County is taking coronavirus testing on the road, providing screening to communities in underserved areas. Premier Medical Group has operated a mobile testing van in areas around Hawaii island since November, in addition to testing...
Group criticizes state management of Native Hawaiian burials
HONOLULU (AP) — The state of Hawaii has drawn criticism for its handling of Native Hawaiian burials from members of burial councils who have called on the Legislature to establish a working group to draw up reforms. Oahu Island Burial Council Chairwoman Hinaleimoana Wong-Kalu laid out several grievances...
Judge drops virus related case against US surgeon general
HONOLULU (AP) — A judge in Honolulu dismissed charges Wednesday against U.S. Surgeon General Jerome Adams after he was cited for allegedly violating local coronavirus restrictions while in Hawaii to help with COVID-19 surge testing efforts. Honolulu prosecutors submitted a motion Tuesday to dismiss...
Hawaii lawmakers open new session amid coronavirus pandemic
HONOLULU (AP) — Hawaii lawmakers opened a new legislative session Wednesday, with coronavirus protections in place like masks and clear plastic shields separating their seats. Public health protocols to prevent the spread of the disease blocked the public from entering the state Capitol. That meant no open...
Thomas to go on training program after anti-gay slur
Justin Thomas intends to go through an individual training program to “become a better person” after he was picked up uttering a homophobic slur under his breath when he missed a putt at a tournament in Hawaii this month. Clothing brand Ralph Lauren ended its long-time sponsorship with Thomas...
Maui home, condominium sales set price records in 2020
HONOLULU (AP) — Figures from a realtor organization show Maui's housing market set price records in 2020 despite an economic downturn and reduced sale volume. The Realtors Association of Maui recently published data showing median sale prices rose to $795,575 for single-family homes and $570,000 for...
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