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Wednesday, May 16, 2012
May 16, 2012 News Release
By Andrew Walden :: 216 Views :: Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Lingle Birthday to be Celebrated Statewide
  2. Enron Figures Buy Up Hawaii Windfarms
  3. Navy Biofuel Purchases Banned by House
  4. ACLU Sues to Force Prison Marriages on DPS
  5. Sen Wadsworth Yee Dies at 90
  6. Grabauskas: 10,000 Rail Jobs include Waitresses, Waiters, Cooks
  7. Rail Plan to ‘Redirect Busses’
  8. Shapiro: Independent Party Unlikely
  9. Two Supreme Court Justices vote for Absolute Right of Law Breaking
  10. Teacher: “Don’t Leave for Recess Until You Find Something to Protest”
  11. Pension Spiking Measures Await Gov's OK
  12. Espero Pushes Bill aimed to protect small businesses may do the opposite
  13. OHA revisits Makaweli Poi Mill Closure
  14. Autopsy Report Released in Death of "Hawaii Five-0" Driver
  15. Hawaii teachers to begin voting on rejected offer
  16. Lingle Has Most Campaign Staff
  17. Leftist Vets Group buys Ads for Tulsi Gabbard
  18. Firefighter retirees endorse Cayetano for mayor
  19. Yee Won Passage of Renters’ Tax Credit, Kept Magic Island as Park
  20. Army opens jobs in combat battalions at Schofield Barracks to women
  21. Justify the Unjustifiable: UH chancellor salary
  22. Law Of The Sea Treaty Is A Bad Deal For U.S.
  23. Ex-LA detective arrested in Hawaii in wife's death
  24. Kaiser profit dips on Influx of HMC Patients
  25. HMSA Profits Soar on Capture of EUTF, squeezing MDs
  26. Strong quarter lifts state pension fund by 8.3%
  27. Fitch raises Central Pacific Corp rating
  28. Creditors Committee wants NMI Pension bankruptcy case dismissed
  29. DOE Looking to Lease School Buses
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Tuesday, May 15, 2012
May 15, 2012 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 281 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Hawaii Reapportionment Commission: U.S. Military, Military Families and Students Don't Count
  2. Hawaii Health Exchange Will Take Place of Your Insurer
  3. Hawaii Congressional Delegation: How They Voted May 14
  4. State DoH Loots $2M from Kona Water Bottler
  5. Lingle: Support S2134 for Military Working Dogs
  6. Supreme Court: Rights of Native Hawaiian Practitioners Not Absolute
  7. $12,482 dog run part of thousands of dollars in upgrades to governor’s residence
  8. I Aloha Molokai Candidate Challenges J Kalani ‘Powdernose’ English for Senate
  9. As Hemmings looms over Democratic Field, Abercrombie’s Wife Backs SD 25 Primary Challenger
  10. Hawaii Health Connector: HMSA Spent $27K Lobbying
  11. Hawaii Five-0 Teamsters Official Killed By Police
  12. Hawaii Movie, TV Drivers Have A Long History of Drugs and Violence
  13. Old Boy Crooks, Cronies Join Hirono Campaign Team
  14. FACT CHECK — Djou: I Accepted No PAC Money Last Quarter 100% True
  15. School library being eaten away by termites
  16. OHA Closing Poi Factory, Laying off Workers
  17. Private Hospital in Guam May Reduce Transfer of Patients to Hawaii
  18. Funding for Marines move to Guam on hold
  19. Quick growth of solar industry can lure entrepreneurs astray
  20. Feds Decide Thursday on Solar Tariffs
  21. New design unveiled for Hawaii's law enforcement memorial
  22. HB2681: DNLR Officers to Get Tasers?
  23. Convicted Felon, Thief Seeks $40K in Donations
  24. Cerberus Said to Seek $1.8 Billion Loan for Kyo-Ya Hawaii Resorts
  25. US Fish Stocks Hit Record Levels
  26. Hamakua Resident Roseanne Barr too Crazy for Green Party
  27. UH opponents get more money from taxpayers and students
  28. University of Hawaii Manoa Chancellor Hinshaw to get $287K sabbatical, $292K/year tenured med school professorship
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Monday, May 14, 2012
May 14, 2012 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 248 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Declining Unions, Growing Churches Shape the Future of Hawaii Politics
  2. France, Flights, and Free Cars: A Peek into a $10B Jones Act 'Union'
  3. VIDEO: Molokai Voters' Guide to the Bizarre Rituals and Slippery Corridors of Hawaii Senate
  4. Marx Nails Mufi, Tulsi on Rail
  5. Court could erase map of new state legislative boundaries
  6. Big Cable Approval Sets off State Capitalist Feeding Frenzy
  7. Cayetano: I Cut Income Taxes
  8. PBN: 20.8% of Hawaii Workers Employed by Government – #7 in USA
  9. HB 1875 Will Likely Cause Complete Shutdown of Foreclosures in Hawaii
  10. Principals offered One-Time $10K merit bonus
  11. Makaweli Poi: Three Years of OHA Mismanagement Undo Generations of Cultural Tradition
  12. Kau Coffee: Resolute farmers and investors develop a fresh economy on acreage sugar left fallow
  13. ILind: Fears about bill amending sunshine law and public records law are overblown
  14. Honoring our fallen police officers this week
  15. UH graduates new doctors, hopes many will practice in the islands
  16. Kaiser reaches 3-year deal with 100,000 workers
  17. City’s Failure to Invest in Sewer Lines causes Four-Year Moratorium on new Construction
  18. SA: Give weekend ban at Kailua a chance
  19. Maui Raising Bus Fares?
  20. Time-share owners sue Diamond Resorts over fees
  21. LGBT Story: NovaLei Gonzalez, ‘I’m from Hawaii’
  22. DLNR Hosts Meetings on Kaunakakai Ferry Improvements
  23. Environmental groups collecting millions from federal agencies they sue, studies show
  24. Big Cable: WindFarm Scammers Push for Giant Transmission Project in Maine
  25. Fate of Bahamas OTEC Project Unknown
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Sunday, May 13, 2012
May 13, 2012 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 410 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics
  1. Hawaii Republicans Unite for Once-in-a-Generation Campaign
  2. VIDEO: Congressman Charles Djou addresses Hawaii Republicans
  3. A Lull Before the Storm, Taxpayers Should be Wary
  4. Lingle: Save Medicaid, Social Security
  5. Hidden Windfarm Subsidy: Taxpayers Fork Out $18,401 for Each Electric Car
  6. Kauai Smartmeter Contract: Mainland Contractor Beats Out Local Union Workers
  7. Fund to Reelect Incumbents: Profitable Non-Profits Score Megabucks
  8. Rural Hospital Loses Millions Every Year, But Has Waiting List for LTC Beds
  9. Star-Adv Launches Another Attack on Charter Schools
  10. UH Leftist Perfersser: Close Down E-W Center
  11. Kalaeloa suggested to house incoming Marines
  12. Website aimed at Cayetano is not being very nice itself
  13. Pflueger can't block access to water and land, court rules
  14. DHHL Dumps College Scholarship Program
  15. Waimea community helps select new principal of charter school
  16. West Hawaii accounts for two-thirds of property tax burden
  17. Windfarm Scammers Take Aim at Small Pacific Island Nations
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Saturday, May 12, 2012
May 12, 2012 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 521 Views :: Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Hawaii Republican Convention This Weekend
  2. Djou Campaign Kickoff Rally May 23
  3. Hirono's Mainland Special Interests: Follow the Money
  4. UHERO: Government Millstone is a Drag on Economy
  5. JSC Names Nominees for Supreme Court, 2nd Circuit
  6. Governor Makes Appointments to Public Safety Department and DHHL
  7. VIDEO: Chamber of Commerce Ad for Lingle
  8. Ceremony marks the return of 4,000 Schofield soldiers from Afghanistan
  9. Abercrombie: “Environmentalists Not Paying Attention, Ought to take a look at Themselves”
  10. Nobody Represents Consumers on Hawaii Health Connector
  11. Queen's may buy and reopen Hawaii Medical Center-West
  12. Smart Meters to Take Billions out of Your Pocket
  13. Maui, Kauai Rebel against Smart Meters
  14. Hawaiian Grabs 82% of Market, Jacks Up Inter-Island Rates
  15. OHA Orders Shutdown of Poi Mill
  16. “Support & Cooperation”: Abercrombie Gives Farmers Market 2 more Weeks to Get Out
  17. Abercrombie, Ouansafi Make Prison out of Public Housing
  18. Council Votes $325K to Settle Retaliation Lawsuit vs Carlisle
  19. New UH Chancellor To Be Paid 95K More Than Predecessor
  20. PBS Hawaii legislative wrap-up gives win to governor
  21. Businesses satisfied with 2012 session
  22. Peeping Police Officer Case Set For Trial Next Month
  23. Association of Hawaiian Civic Clubs petitions for Hawaiian green turtle de-listing
  24. Maui Councilmembers Pay Out Thousands in Bonuses to Staffers
  25. Construction of $200M windward sewage tunnel gets the green light
  26. HC&S sours on sugar production, profits up
  27. Student helping hands LDS members serve through statewide clean-up day
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Friday, May 11, 2012
May 11, 2012 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 578 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Full Text: Final Briefs Filed in Reapportionment Case 
  2. Hawaii Republican Convention This Weekend 
  3. Fading Chances for Rail Funding to Pass Congress
  4. Hirono Attacks Chamber of Commerce
  5. Flags Fly at Half-Staff in Honor of Chief Warrant Officer Don C. Viray
  6. Hundreds gather as an Army helicopter pilot killed in Afghanistan is laid to rest
  7. Hawaii’s Post-War Social Contract Has Collapsed
  8. PEW: Hawaii Social Mobility Average
  9. Tax Revenues Up 12.9%
  10. Dear Dan: Cayetano's Email to Inouye
  11. Council Votes Another $291M for Rail
  12. Grabauskas: Debt Ate 30% of Boston Transit Budget
  13. Is Peter Carlisle an Absentee Mayor or 'Doing the Business of the City'?
  14. Honolulu Bag Ban Benefits Halawa Manufacturer
  15. Ka Loko Figure Kusaka Co-Chairs Hannemann Campaign
  16. Oceanic Reveals Who’s Buying Political Ads
  17. Star-Adv: State Historic Preservation on Verge of Disaster
  18. Geothermal Pollution Claims Debunked
  19. HELCO gets OK for geothermal RFPs
  20. Omidyar’s Scribblers Launch Plan to Discredit Anti-Wind Activists
  21. Burlingame, Mizutani leave journalism
  22. Commerce, Justice, Science: Hirono, Hanabusa Vote ‘No’!
  23. 60 Minutes Preview: The Gulen Movement
  24. Mayor signs bill banning retail plastic bags
  25. Caldwell: “It is clear to me that the Governor is a Strong Supporter of this Rail Project”
  26. 57% of Governor’s Bills Passed
  27. Kona Volunteers Buy New Beds for Hospitals, Old ones ‘falling apart’
  28. Bio-Fool Plant May Get Started in Keaau
  29. Abercrombie: Secret volleyball idea at Waikiki Natatorium
  30. Battered by Sex Harassment Suits, Kauai County Politicos Launch New Department
  31. Kaiser settles with unions for nurses and other workers
  32. Postal Service plan would cut hours at 12 Hawaii post offices
  33. Sonar, Plastics: Enviros Re-Launch Hype Attacks

 

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Thursday, May 10, 2012
May 10, 2012 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 349 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. US Chamber of Commerce Endorses Lingle
  2. Bateman Announces Run for State House District Representing Kona, Kau
  3. Hawaii Superferries Renamed Guam, Puerto Rico
  4. 22% Proficient: Hawaii DoE Test Scores Reach Level of Alabama, Mississippi
  5. Hawaii Courts Among the Nation's Worst for Abused and Neglected Children
  6. VIDEO: Short Range Missile Killer Tested off Kauai
  7. Abercrombie questions status of rail
  8. Honolulu City Council Approves $450 Million in Commercial Paper to Strengthen Rail's Financial Plan
  9. Chamber aids Lingle with $275K in TV ads
  10. Oi: Thin-Skinned, Out of Touch Inouye Looses Cool, Feigns Offense
  11. HSTA Cancels Three Negotiating Sessions, Schedules Strike Vote
  12. Even Now HSTA’s Okabe Doesn’t Understand LBFO
  13. Honolulu Council Pushes Funds for Profitable Nonprofits
  14. Hawaii Supreme Court: State Must Fund Dept. of Hawaiian Home Lands
  15. Hawaii Insurers Alone in Meeting Requirements of Obamacare
  16. Tourist count to climb to record 7.8M this year, but Economy Grows only 2.2%
  17. Attempted kidnapping suspect released from OCCC 8 days ago
  18. Hawaii's first prosecutor-directed cold case murder unit created on Kauai
  19. 10,000 Big Island Dopers Dumber than One Judge
  20. City Seeks 30 Unit Apartment Building as Homeless Transitional Housing
  21. Cabanilla, DelaCruz, Nishimoto: Deficient financial disclosure forms still on Ethics Commission website after two months
  22. Cashing In: Hawaii Candidates Stockpiling Campaign Cash
  23. Are Hawaii's Rules On How Political Parties Can Be Financed Effective?
  24. Hawaii Geothermal Energy Bills Aim To Reduce Oil Use, Energy Costs
  25. HORIZON LINES REPORTS FIRST-QUARTER FINANCIAL RESULTS
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Wednesday, May 09, 2012
May 9, 2012 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 417 Views :: Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Pay to Play Bus Dealer Selling Illegally in Hawaii?
  2. Lawsuit: OCCC Guards Slept Thru Ex-Guard's Prison Suicide
  3. HSTA Reelects Okabe President
  4. Abercrombie Releases $37.5M in Transportation CIP
  5. City to Build More Transitional Housing for Homeless
  6. Lanai Could Be Liberated from Windfarm: Hawaii Land Sale Part of Dole Restructuring
  7. US Chamber of Commerce to Run More Campaign Ads in Hawaii
  8. Inouye Exports Hawaii Democrat Money to Mainland
  9. DHS Decides to Continue Coverage for Artificial Limbs
  10. Danger Sign: Act 221 Scammers Enthused About State’s Proposed IT Policy
  11. Cayetano BRT to Feature Designated Bus Lane on King St or Beretania
  12. Leeward Students Not Fooled by Grabuskas
  13. State DOT holds meeting on major freeway work
  14. HART Puts 150,000 pages of Rail Documents online
  15. Maui: Broken-down buses and growing ridership collide
  16. Hawaiians, Pacific Islanders Continue to Flee Hawaii
  17. Homeless near Keaau Beach Park pack up again
  18. City Contracting: 6 years, $300K to Build Public Restroom in Park
  19. Kauai Budget: More Spending, Higher Property Taxes
  20. Theft and forgery by ex-police officer fetch fine of $2,500
  21. Greenwood: Socialism is Needed to Win War on Obesity
  22. Marianas Pension Fund Runs Dry June 15
  23. Luddite Harassment Suit vs GMO Farmer Transferred to Federal Court
  24. Solomon Behind OHA Settlement, Geothermal Push
  25. 1 in 20 isle homeowners late in paying mortgage
  26. Lawsuit: State Removed Residents of Board-Care Home After False Allegations
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Tuesday, May 08, 2012
May 8, 2012 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 386 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Lingle to Host Luncheon for Native American Congressman Tom Cole
  2. Hawaii: Important NRA Instructor Liability Bill Awaits Governor’s Approval
  3. Marumoto: Mass Release of Prisoners not True Justice Reform
  4. Thielen: Landfill Cannot Legally be Located at Ameron
  5. State Releases Information Technology Proposal
  6. Census Bureau Releases 2010 Data on Hawaiians, Pacific Islanders
  7. Survey: Hawaii Failing Small Business Owners
  8. Big Cable ‘Surcharge’ Provides Automatic Rate Hikes to pay for Billion-Dollar Cable
  9. MDs Scramble to Find Cancer Drugs for Patients
  10. AP Article on Hawaii GOP Convention Full of Errors
  11. Maui Mayor: Critics Of Inouye "Completely Out Of Touch"
  12. Troubled Myron B Thompson Charter School Tied to Solar Tax Credit Contractor
  13. Teachers' ballot to cover strike: Re-Vote is ‘Insult to Our Intelligence’
  14. Teachers Hammer Contract Re-Vote: Are You Kidding? It is a Waste of Time
  15. Race for the Bottom: Education Secretary Arne Duncan Backs Gay Marriage
  16. Hawaii #5 in Farmers Markets per Capita
  17. 2012 Senate Race: Where’s the Money Coming From
  18. Haleakala Raises Questions About Inouye’s Behind-the-scenes Wheeling Dealing
  19. SB2858 Administration Headed Away from Open Information
  20. Liberal Women’s Group Gives Hawaii a ‘B’ for Support of Working Families
  21. Bank of America starts offering mortgage principal reductions
  22. HB1755 Voter Registration On Line
  23. Are There Rules Governing How Political Parties in Hawaii Raise Money?
  24. Shooting suspect needs protection, lawyer tells judge
  25. Sewer Line Floats to Surface of Ala Wai Canal: City Says, Don’t Worry, We’re building a Railroad
  26. Tax Increase in Maui County Budget
  27. Maui council members issue bonuses worth $46K to 17 staffers
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Monday, May 07, 2012
May 7, 2012 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 373 Views :: Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics
  1. DoH Explains How Taxpayers Fund Gabbards’ Song and Dance Routine
  2. Federal Suit Threatened: UH-Hilo Violates Rights of Religious Student Groups
  3. VIDEO: Molokai Mocks Senators who vote 'With Reservations'
  4. Hawaii Nurse Elected International VP of Union Nurses Council
  5. Hawaii a 'Harbinger' as Insurers Give up on Long Term Care
  6. Death on the Job -- Hawaii Ranks 20th
  7. Calvin Say Refuses House Override Vote to Block Tricare Tax
  8. HB1967: Conciliation alternative to medical suits
  9. Hirono Apologizes for not Being Gay
  10. Who's Giving Big Bucks to Our Senate Candidates?
  11. ‘Grease Magnate’ Coming to Neil’s Birthday Party?
  12. Inouye Adopts Alaska Sen Begich
  13. ACT 51 Weighted Student Formula Robs Small Rural Schools
  14. DoE, FACE Team up for ‘Community Organizing’
  15. Honolulu 240 Ethics Complaints in Three Years
  16. NYT Praises Hawaii’s Pedophile Law—Doesn’t Mention State Exempted Itself
  17. Feds: Historic Preservation Division Still Falling Short
  18. Breiner Endorses Takata for Prosecutor
  19. VA Investigates Punchbowl Marker Relocations
  20. Hawaii Insurance Company Filings Not Available online
  21. AG Sues Bogus Online College
  22. VIDEO: Drowning off Kalapana, diver had to be taken to Pohoiki first
  23. Castle out of Debt, Beginning Open Heart Surgery
  24. Depakote: Lawyers Split $100M Settlement with 45 States, Hawaii Gets $1.2M
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Sunday, May 06, 2012
May 6, 2012 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 801 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. SEC Report: ML&P on Verge of Bankruptcy
  2. Bankrupt Marianas Islands Pension Fund Advisor Vanishes
  3. Asking for More by Limiting Deductions
  4. SA: List of How major bills fared at the Capitol
  5. VIDEO: Gov. Cayetano: Honolulu mayoral campaign getting nasty
  6. Borreca: Democratic State Convention “Going to be a Hotbed of Insurrection”
  7. Rail Finances Take $244.7M from TheBus
  8. Abercrombie Alienates Labor, Environmentalists, Progressives
  9. Survey: Vast Majority Agree Legislature, Inouye Out of Touch, Failing
  10. Civil Beat Poll: Questionnaire, Toplines and Crosstabs — April 2012
  11. Public benefits offered by developers are often met with doubts
  12. US Trustee wants Marianas Pension Fund bankruptcy case dismissed
  13. Hawaii Case Leads Supreme Court to Review Police Use of Stun Guns
  14. How to Maintain Competitiveness in Tourism
  15. Financial Advisor: Hawaii Working Class Families Having Difficulty with Gas, Food, Insurance, Housing
  16. Hawaii Island Democrats Vote to back Geothermal
  17. AG Targets Property Owner After Third Gambling Bust
  18. Change 1: Yukimura: Koloa Tenants ‘Ready to Change’
  19. Change 2: Journey back to Manzanar
  20. Change 3: Obama’s Gitmo Trial: "They're engaging in jihad in a courtroom"
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Saturday, May 05, 2012
May 5, 2012 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 369 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Considering a Run for Office? Free Candidate Training in Hawaii
  2. Hawaii Falls Short, May Still Lose RTTT Money: Hirono, Hanabusa Pleased
  3. Statement from Gov. Linda Lingle on the Legacy of the Hawaii Clean Energy Initiative
  4. Rep. Kymberly Pine Pulls Papers Today to Run for City Council
  5. Full Text: Supreme Court Ruling Allows Waimanalo Gulch to Remain Open
  6. DBEDT: April, 2012 Monthly Energy Report
  7. Senate Democrats: Highlights of 2012 Legislative Session
  8. Rail Contractors Demand Ben Cayetano Stop Telling the Truth about Inouye and his Cronies
  9. Meheula: Archaeological Studies Would Put Federal Rail Funding At Risk
  10. Case: Hirono Hurt Hawaii Farmers With Vote Against Free Trade With S Korea
  11. Hirono’s past actions don’t show support for kupuna
  12. Mitt Romney's run for president brings church into the spotlight
  13. Takata Challenges Kaneshiro for Prosecutor
  14. Hawaii County Police Refused to Arrest Escaped Coke Dealer
  15. Feds Indict HPD Narcotics Officer for Revealing Identity of Undercover Officer
  16. Lawsuit: Fire captain's statements About Woman’s Death led to retaliation
  17. Are Alleged Lottery Operators Eligible For Welfare, Public Housing?
  18. Missouri AG sues files suit over school band trip to Hawaii
  19. This Day in Liberal Judicial Activism—May 5
  20. Maui Electric Bills Going Up Another 1.5%
  21. Lack of inspectors delays the approval of PV systems
  22. Construction subcontractors can’t withstand prolonged downturn
  23. Poll: Do Hawaiians Get Enough Benefits?
  24. Gun toting resident fights, captures attempted murder suspect
  25. Abercrombie Appoints Socialist Propagandist as ‘Poet Laureate’
  26. Big Square Building: Legislators Leave, Occupy Arrives
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Friday, May 04, 2012
May 4, 2012 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 510 Views :: Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Abercrombie: Re-Vote on HSTA Contract Has No Legal Standing
  2. Abercrombie Cheers Big Cable, Release of Criminals
  3. House Republicans reclaim the legacy of "Teddy" Roosevelt
  4. Marcus Oshiro: ‘Top Ten Reasons’ to Pass Supplemental Budget
  5. Mass Release of Hardened Career Criminals Will Begin this Summer
  6. Repeat Contract Rejection by HSTA Members Will Likely Lead to Strike
  7. Teachers Angered by Re-Vote, Prepare to Strike
  8. Vote Count For New HSTA Prez on Saturday
  9. Legislature Votes to Burn $14.4B
  10. Senate passes bill authorizing the state to establish regulations for an undersea power cable
  11. Stabbed in the Back by Sens English and Baker, Molokai and Lanai Wind Opponents Prepare for “Long Road”
  12. Environmental exemptions for geothermal energy near final approval
  13. House Kills Transit-Oriented Development Bill
  14. Tax Tricare? Senate Unanimously Overrides Abercrombie Veto of GET Exemption
  15. Cayetano Doubles Down: Calls Inouye Uninformed, Out of Touch
  16. Cayetano Pummels Caldwell, Carlisle Until They Run Out of Questions
  17. Charter School Accountability, DoE to get a Slice of Pre-K Education
  18. Go Topless Day Leads to New Speech Regulations
  19. CB Poll 66% Want to Die but Won’t do it Themselves
  20. Abercrombie’s OIP Director Insults Open Government Advocates
  21. Speaker: Thielen is ‘Out of Order’
  22. Marumoto Wins Funding for Snake Inspection Program
  23. Nene Transfer Averages $28K per Goose
  24. Public Housing Tenants Score $500K Settlement
  25. Insurance Commissioner's Financial Disclosures are Confidential
  26. First Wind files $15M permit for Hawaii wind farm
  27. Tax Subsidized Solar Buyers Not Interested in Cheaper Product
  28. Band Deposits Gambled Away in Vegas
  29. New graduates face challenging job market
  30. The Top 10 Facts About Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders
  31. Drugmakers’ Deal With Obama Said to Be Probed by House
  32. Punatics, SPACE Cadets Fight over land Use Violations by HICCUP Circus
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Thursday, May 03, 2012
May 3, 2012 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 493 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. As Legislative Session Ends, HSTA Suddenly Decides to Re-Vote Rejected Contract
  2. Legislative Wrapup: Victories for Life, Family and Religious Freedom
  3. Hawaii Churches Win Some Protection Against Forced Civil Unions
  4. SB2785: Ratepayers will Foot Bill for Billion Dollar Cable
  5. Ethics, Foreclosures, and Workers Comp: House Republicans Speak Out
  6. 'Dereliction of Duty' -- Hirono Misses Student Loan Vote for Campaign Event
  7. GAO Details Progress in Jones Act Study Requested by Puerto Rico Congressional Delegate
  8. Reject SB2776: Beth and Duane ‘Dog' Chapman Open Letter to Legislators
  9. Cayetano to Inouye Followers: What are you guys? Potted plants?
  10. One Year Later: DoE Moribund, Evaluation Bill failed
  11. CEOs: Hawaii is the 41st Best State for Business 2012
  12. Lawmakers: Send Tourists to the Moon
  13. SB2434: Last Minute Effort to Push Insurers off Healthcare Exchange Board
  14. Development, Big Cable: More Polling Results
  15. AARP Backs Star-Adv Effort to Keep Monopoly on Profitable Legal Notices
  16. Landfill selection process under scrutiny
  17. Having a Baby? Go to Kona -- Kamuela, Hilo Maternity Wards Overflowing
  18. Traffic fines go to myriad special funds held by state
  19. PUC Opens Docket for Big Isle Geothermal Plant
  20. Another Hearing Officer in UH Telescope Case Resigns Amid Conflict Controversy
  21. Luddites Plan Further Litigation against Fish Farm
  22. Guam Base Location not to be Finalized til 2015
  23. Tesoro's profitable quarter gets boost from Hawaii refinery
  24. Teamsters Shake Down Movie Producers Back East, Too
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Wednesday, May 02, 2012
May 2, 2012 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 496 Views :: Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Reps Fontiane, Pine Cheer Passage of Cyber-Crime Package
  2. Thielen Makes Final Push for Local Food Production Mandate
  3. As Final Vote Approaches, Molokai Launches Petition to Stop Big Cable
  4. HB280: Strangled by Bureaucracy, Coffee Farmers Call for Repeal of Mandatory Inspections
  5. CB Poll: Non-Voters Oppose Gay Agenda
  6. Senate resurrects undersea cable bill
  7. Transit-Oriented Development to be Voted Thursday
  8. Hawaii Medicaid fee fix up for a final vote
  9. Video: Secret Amendment Creates Public Land Development Corporation
  10. SB2115 Charter School Accountability to Be Voted Thursday
  11. Teacher: Interference, Retaliation by Principals Prevents Improvement in Student Achievement
  12. No Bus Cuts for Elementary Kids?
  13. Job cuts will not affect adult education services, schools superintendent says
  14. DOE tries to crack down on employee theft
  15. HB2175: Restricting OIP Passes House, Heads for Governor’s Desk
  16. Kona airport, Palamanui campus and NELHA get big CIPs Nearly $50.4M for West Hawaii projects from Legislature
  17. Services for soldier killed in Black Hawk crash will be May 10
  18. Cash Call! Fundraisers for Sens. Baker, Ige During Session
  19. Free Speech protocol required by a court order 10 years ago is moving through the Council
  20. Occupy Moron Arrested Disrupting Lei Day Ceremonies at Kapiolani Park Bandstand
  21. State crews clear out homeless camps under Nimitz highway
  22. Federal Raid Targeting 'Queens of Lottery', Chinatown Gambling Ring
  23. Star-Advertiser’s print circulation grows by 6%
  24. Larger newspapers to lose monopoly on publication of foreclosure notices
  25. Newt Gingrich ends his presidential campaign
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Tuesday, May 01, 2012
May 1, 2012 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 630 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Hawaii Family Forum Wins Right to Intervene in Gay Marriage Case
  2. Hanabusa, Pflueger, Thugs Fail in Effort to Drive Family off Kauai Kuleana Plot, Intimidate Lawyer
  3. Activist, Videographer Assaulted by Hanabusa’s Senate Security
  4. Hirono Misses Vote on Student Loan Reduction Goes to Campaign Fundraiser Instead
  5. Insurers Will Remain on Board of Hawaii Health Connector after Roz Baker Blocks Reform
  6. Democrats ‘Just don’t know who is going to vote’ in Primary
  7. Poll Voting, Cynicism Inversely Proportional
  8. Cost of Borrowing Could Rise: Non-Profits Score $11.6M, HMC Gets $80M in Bonds, Hurricane, Rainy Day Funds Gets Nothing
  9. Act 48: Legislators to vote on HB1875 foreclosure reform bill
  10. Ige Disappointed at Failure to Give Tax Credits to Billionaire Hollywood Movie Moguls
  11. Kobayashi Loses Vote on Restrictions of $450M Rail Line of Credit
  12. Cash Call! Sen. Kim Holds Fundraiser During Session
  13. UHM Ed Perfesser: Give Up or The Keiki Will be ‘hurt’ in “Most Destructive War’ over ‘Inane, Manini’ RTTT Grant
  14. Former school secretary charged with theft
  15. Land Use undermines Swapmeet? First Haleiwa, next Aloha Stadium
  16. Kollar Challenges Kauai Prosecutor over Unsolved Homicides
  17. Head of Honolulu Air Traffic Control Retires After near-miss Hidden from FAA
  18. City Council committee considers bills to strengthen disclosure requirements, training
  19. Bill aims to amend tax incentive for historic homes
  20. Luddites Crushed as Federal Judge Allows Fish Farming in Federal Waters
  21. Labeling law and voluntary certification would help isle coffee growers
  22. Guam: 2000 Marines to be Stationed, 3000 to Rotate
  23. Hawaii Family Rescuing Child Trafficked Victims in Thailand Gives an Update on Their Mission Work
  24. 1838 Hawaiian bible & map highlight antique collection
  25. Occupy Activists Arrested in Plot to Blow Up Bridge
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Tuesday, May 01, 2012
May, 2012 Letters to the Editor
By Letters to the Editor :: 155 Views :: Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

From Mililani: A Better Vision than Rail

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Monday, April 30, 2012
April 30, 2012 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 473 Views :: Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. As Legislators Consider Mass Release of Hardened Criminals, Lawsuit Challenges Half-Way House Supervision
  2. Last Day for Legislation: Hospitals Medicare Fix, Early Release of Criminals, Gay Unions in Your Church, Tax Credits for Solar Scammers, and More
  3. Honolulu Banquet Salutes Opening of Aloha Pregnancy Center Osaka
  4. Hawaii Congressional Delegation: How They Voted April 30, 2012
  5. Hawaii Christian Coalition Annual Prayer at the Capitol May 3
  6. Hanabusa Sued over Beating by Sheriffs at Capitol
  7. Cayetano: Push Polls Backed by Pacific Resources Partnership
  8. Honolulu bus cutbacks will hit the already disadvantaged
  9. State’s Top Paid CEO, Big Landowner Say You Can Afford to build Railroad
  10. As Rail Heads towards Burials Central, State Historic Preservation Division May Lose Federal Certification
  11. Teacher Evaluations Immediately Become HGEA Make-Work Program
  12. Legislature voting on charter school omnibus bill
  13. Off to clumsy start in landfill site pick
  14. Poll: Why do Hawaii Voters Vote—or Not?
  15. Hawaii Banks top Nation Again
  16. Andrew Rosen Named President/CEO of Hawaii State Federal Credit Union
  17. Audit: Aloha Stadium Authority Mismanages Swap Meet
  18. Hawaii's Insurance Commissioner Subject to Political Influence
  19. Arakawa Rejects Proposal to Lift Cap on Maui Hostess Bars
  20. Hydropower developer gets Koke‘e License
  21. Barack Obama's mother 'was secretly in contact with his estranged father during his entire childhood without his knowledge'
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Sunday, April 29, 2012
April 29, 2012 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 684 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Zero in on Details to Figure Out True Story Behind Bills
  2. Soldiers, Community restore Kaena Point
  3. The History of Natural Gas in Hawaii
  4. Honolulu Attorney Named to Board of Owners Counsel of America
  5. AUDIO: Rick Hamada interviews Michael Hansen of Hawaii Shippers Council
  6. Borreca: Cayetano Victory Will Signal Serious Loss of Face for Inouye
  7. Over 200 Rail Jobs go to Mainland Workers
  8. Solar Scammers May Yet get Legislative Reprieve
  9. Monday is Deadline for Bill to Release 1,195 Criminals on Streets of Hawaii
  10. Hawaiian Electric CEO ‘Earns’ $5.3M, Top 5 HEI Execs Pull Down $12.65M
  11. Natural gas is cheap, but Jones Act rules it out for Hawaii
  12. SA: Start laying groundwork for Marines
  13. State Senator "Appalled" by Newspaper Lobbying Tactics
  14. Cataluna: New Dump? Lets just Make the Peasants Follow our Garbage Rules
  15. Why Does Abercrombie Have anything to do with Van Jones?
  16. Demise of Pro Bowl Political Karma for Abercrombie
  17. UHH added execs during crunch
  18. Sewer moratorium impacts planned senior facility
  19. AG, Large Landowners Block Oahu Burial Council Function
  20. Hawaii Co Voters Consider Blocking Reapportionment Commission Members from Running
  21. Kenoi Again Refusing to Fund Hawaii County Workers Pension
  22. Bronster Seeks Dismissal of NMI Pension Fund Bankruptcy Petition
  23. Remember PREL? Meet McREL
  24. Officials Request Permission to Shoot Endangered birds to Save Endangered Salmon
  25. Nature Conservancy Scientists Challenges War on Invasive Species
  26. Adopted in 1977 Honolulu, Philadelphia Man Finds Himself on Missing Children Website
  27. Godfather of local surf a legend
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Saturday, April 28, 2012
April 28, 2012 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 627 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. GOP Lincoln Day Dinner Draws Hundreds
  2. Lingle: Americans Losing Trust in TSA
  3. Hotel Workers Sue Local 5 Over Political Use of Dues Money
  4. Sa-i-gu: Koreans wrestle with aftermath of LA riots
  5. Green Energy? Do The Math
  6. After Soaking Taxpayers for $63M on Bailout, Central Pacific Financial Corp. Reports $13.5 Million Net Income
  7. Audio: Rick Hamada Interviews Congressional Candidate Matt Di Geronimo
  8. DHS Grabs 12% of Nursing Home ‘Provider Fees’, Hospitals Soaked for 7%
  9. Pork: The House wanted $300M, the Senate wanted $500M so they compromised on $825M
  10. Senate Approves Bill Exempting State Projects from Environmental Regs, Approves Amended Hospital Deals
  11. Civil Unions Mandate Passes, Deadline Extended Until Monday
  12. Bill Grandfathers Pension Spiking Rights for All Existing Employees
  13. Last Ditch Effort for Movie Moguls to Score Megabucks from $500M Senate ‘Accelerator’ Plan?
  14. ILind: Rep. Choy credited with blocking expanded film industry tax credits
  15. Hawaii Budget Bills Getting ‘Final Touches’
  16. JRI: 50% Will Offend Again, so We Must Let these Criminals Out Now
  17. Rail Vacuums $8 million more out of Taxpayers’ Pockets
  18. Grabauskas Promises Not to Tear Down One Pillar
  19. Okabe: BoE Gives Too Much Power to Governor
  20. Laura Thielen Quits Carlisle Admin to Run for Senate
  21. Federal Communications Commission votes to make political TV ad spending more transparent
  22. Unions Back Loser: ILWU's endorsement of Caldwell makes him No. 1 in union support
  23. HMSA Pays for nearly 2,000 medical flights from Big Island
  24. Mainland Realtors Score Rail Redevelopment Contract
  25. Star-Adv: Honolulu Bag Ban Gives Us 3 Years to Impose Bag Tax
  26. Rooftop Solar Limited to 15%, But Industrial Wind Project claims 16% of Maui’s total
  27. Maui favored as site for smart-grid testing
  28. Uncovering the Truth About the Undersea Cable
  29. Nearly Bankrupt, Horizon Lines Pledges to go to the Bottom With the Jones Act
  30. Endangered Birds Eat Endangered Taro
  31. U.S. Marshals arrest Maui teacher for multiple counts of sex assault of 8th Grader
  32. ‘Scientists’ Change Counting Technique, Find 90% Fewer Sharks
  33. Rep. Marumoto address SCR 97 - Uninsured Motorists
  34. GOODWILL FOR GOOD JOBS: GOODWILL INDUSTRIES TO HOLD JOB FAIR MONDAY, APRIL 30
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Friday, April 27, 2012
April 27, 2012 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 466 Views :: Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Seven Hawaii High Schools Compete in World Championship of Robotics
  2. US, Japan Reach $8.6B Deal on Transfer of 9,000 Okinawa Marines
  3. Marumoto: Plan to Release 1,195 Criminals is 'Kapakahi'
  4. KITV Video: Euro Socialist working for UHERO Peddles Plastic Bag Tax Proposal
  5. Leaked Democrat Emails: “Emotional Chickens” Bicker Over Laura Thielen Candidacy
  6. 6PM Today is Deadline for Bills to Clear Conference Committee
  7. Plan to Release Hardened Criminals onto Streets of Hawaii May Be in Trouble
  8. Poof! The tax credits to Hollywood are up this a.m.
  9. SB3003 Streamlines Permitting for Geothermal Exploration
  10. Excellent News: Tsuji Amends Phony ‘Food Self-Sufficiency’ Bill to Prevent another HCEI-type Disaster
  11. New Hearing Officer in UH Telescope Case is Also UH President's Attorney
  12. Photos: Bulldozers Rape Earth to Construct Mammoth Tax Shelters
  13. Ag lands approved for solar farms
  14. State Evicting Haleiwa Farmers Market On Two Weeks Notice
  15. Two Projects Already Blocked: Carlisle Admin Announces Sewer Hook-Up Moratorium Until 2018
  16. Time Warner/Oceanic Cable in broad attack on public access media
  17. Public housing getting modern renovations with private help
  18. Hannemann Supports Jones Act
  19. ILWU Backs Loser Caldwell
  20. Union Lawyers Score $250K Payoff from Hotel
  21. Pot-Head Abercrombie Signs Law Banning Spice
  22. Dopers Push Dolan for Hawaii County Prosecutor
  23. Oahu travel agent tells school band he lost $267,500 for Hawaii trip
  24. Council passes anti-bullying resolution
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Thursday, April 26, 2012
April 26, 2012 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 550 Views :: Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Hilarious Video: I Aloha Molokai Rips Civil Beat ‘Fact’ Check
  2. Hawaii is #2 in Nation for Mortgage Scams
  3. HMA Warns Against 'Imminent Storm' Caused by Obamacare Implementation
  4. Feds Begin Forcing Hawaii Island MDs into 'Medical Homes'
  5. NMI Medicaid Cases “Circulate in Hawaii Like Hot Potatoes”
  6. Hatch Act Violation: Scandalous GSA Official Starred in Inouye Campaign Ad
  7. City 'Error': Kahuku is #1 Landfill Site, not Ameron
  8. Dog the Bounty Hunter, Wife Lobby Against Hawaii Justice Reform Initiative
  9. Star-Adv: Legislators Should give Cronies $300M in Pork Projects, not $500M
  10. SB2858: Freedom Of Information At Stake In Legislature
  11. House to vote on Senate's version of highway safety bill
  12. $25 million for student transit still falls short of Colluding Bus Contractors Wishes, Matayoshi Searches for Pain Plan
  13. DoE Slashes $6M from Adult Ed Classes
  14. Abercrombie Scores Big Victory -- Pro Bowl Likely Ending
  15. DoE TA Pleads Guilty to Sexting, Stalking 12-yr old Girl
  16. Made Desperate by Hirono’s Weakness, National Democrats Target Lingle
  17. HART: Nearly Half of Rail Jobs Have Gone to Mainlanders
  18. Gabbard Votes for $450M Rail Debt
  19. Plastic Bag Ban: Honolulu Council votes to Cut Lots of Timber for Paper Bags
  20. After 58 Years of Democrat Rule, Hawaii Women Suffer 20% ‘Pay Gap’
  21. Obamacare Bribes Distributed in Swing States: Hawaii Gets Nothing
  22. Obama Admin Redirects $8.3B to Put off Collapse of Medicare Advantage Until After the Election
  23. Hawaii Gets OK to Reduce Medicaid Income Eligibility
  24. Hawaii Politicians Received $2.2 Million in Illegal Campaign Contributions
  25. Big Island Newspaper Publisher Was Actually Coke Dealer Eugene Esposito—Escaped from Lompoc
  26. Ethics: Secret Target of Secret Commission Gets Anonymous Reprimand
  27. Old Geothermal Site Up For New Lease
  28. Anti-Geothermal Meeting in Pahoa
  29. Big Island Tea retails for $4800/lb at Harrods
  30. Lower foreclosure rate helps Honolulu rise in U.S. ranking
  31. Civil Beat Bases Evaluation of Hawaii ERS on George Berish’s Opinion
  32. Sen. Hee, Rep. Jordan Hold Fundraisers During Session
  33. Hawaii's Chief Securities Enforcement Lawyer Resigns
  34. Hawaii Senate confirms Krieg as state Department of Human Resources and Development director
  35. Students get a sneak peak at hospitality industry through lens of development program
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Wednesday, April 25, 2012
April 25, 2012 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 619 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Full Text: Plaintiffs' Motion for Preliminary Injunction Against Reapportionment Plan
  2. Clinton’s chief economist supports Jones Act reform for Hawaii
  3. Relativity Media Using Hollywood Accounting to Sell Hawaii Film Incentive
  4. DoD IDs Hawaii Soldiers Killed in Afghanistan
  5. 2,700 Okinawa Marines Coming to Hawaii
  6. Planning Commission Set to Decide on 15-year Extension for Waimanalo Gulch Landfill
  7. House Democratic Blog: OE Seeks Funds to Prepare for Possibility of Another Reapportionment Plan
  8. Court Asked to 'Remedy Extraordinary Wrong'
  9. Say: SB755 Transfers Control from Environmental Council to Governor’s Office
  10. SA: Resist limiting public input
  11. House, Less Pork with More Control
  12. Cash Call! Rep. Herkes Raises Money During Session
  13. Rail Contractors Illegally Using Ag Land for Construction Yard
  14. $80M PM Contra-Flow Plan Will Cut Commutes by 20 minutes
  15. Federal Judge Voids HGEA Make-Work Fee on Air Cargo
  16. HB2659: Forces Churches to host Gay Union Ceremonies
  17. Civil Beat Considers a Gay Marriage with Grabuskas
  18. Another Bogus Civil Beat Fact Check -- Attacks I Aloha Molokai
  19. Hawaii now Has 10,000 Medicated Pot-Heads
  20. More Medicated Drug Pushers Busted
  21. Big Isle Newspaper Publisher is Escaped Coke Dealer
  22. Pot-Heads, Group Led by Convicted Drug Dealer Harass Hawaii Co Council over Geothermal
  23. Psychos Obsess over Radiation Dangers on Kauai
  24. Kauai’s Troubled Prosecutor Gets Appointment From Abercrombie
  25. Shapiro: Landfill Plan Kills Jobs, Wastes Money
  26. Honolulu Salaries 2012 — The City's Big Earners
  27. EMS Director Questions Merger with Fire Department
  28. Humane Society Pushes for Conferees on HB108
  29. House Bill 2703 would commit the Aloha State to doubling the amount of food we grow in the islands by 2020
  30. Feds Investigate Fourth Killing of Monk Seal
  31. 9%: Hawaii has Most Multi-Generational Homes in Nation
  32. Business group donates iPads for DOE teacher evaluations
  33. Gingrich to leave presidential race next Tuesday, sources say
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Wednesday, April 25, 2012
Letters to the Editor, April 2012
By Letters to the Editor :: 955 Views :: Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics
  • Transit: Make Better With What We Have
  • Tripler Suicide: Army Less Stressful than Bad Marriage
  • Does Assisted Suicide Reduce Murder Rate?
  • Seek Truth in Response to Physician Assisted Suicide
  • Well written and thoughtful letters from young Hawaiians
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Tuesday, April 24, 2012
April 24, 2012 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 422 Views :: Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Contractor Scores Hawaii RTTT Assessment Contract
  2. Hawaii Congressional Delegation How They Voted April 23, 2012
  3. Hawaii has no consumer advocates, national advocacy official says
  4. Justice Reinvestment Preview: Zero-Tolerance Probation Used as Excuse to Let Quadruple Rapist Walk
  5. 1195 Hardened Criminals to be released onto streets of Hawaii, 48.8% expected to Reoffend
  6. Teacher: Please Reject Race to the Top
  7. HART Addition: Spend $119M to Build and Tear Down Rail, Avoid $22M in Delay Claims, Total Savings $194M
  8. They’re Baaaack! Film company trying to resurrect huge new tax credits
  9. Solar Scammers Give One Last Push to Save their Illegal tax Credits
  10. Socialists Give One Last Push for State Bank of Abercrombie founded on Toxic Mortgages
  11. Meeting in Secret, Legislature Decides How Many HGEA Make-Work Jobs To Create
  12. Usual Crooks, Cronies Lineup to back Maile Shimabukuro
  13. Hawaii Lawmaker Voted on Bills Backed By His Employer — Oceanic Cable
  14. Accreditors want public input on HPD's adherence to policies
  15. Suffering Under Obama’s Earmark Ban, Inouye Delivers a Piddling $5.8M
  16. Inouye’s DoA $250M for Rail Cited as Earmark Work Around
  17. Honolulu Council to Vote on Bag ban or Bag Tax Wednesday
  18. City Moving On $10M H-POWER Sewage Burner
  19. Usual Suspects Attempt to Block Construction of Haleakala Solar Telescope
  20. Full List of Honolulu City Employees Published
  21. Hawaii Residential Electric Bills up to $847 per Month
  22. Hawaii’s Willoughby Eliminated in First Round of Utah GOP Voting
  23. Legislation on air quality could close Nuuanu crematorium
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Monday, April 23, 2012
April 23, 2012 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 637 Views :: Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Full Text: 2012 HSTA Legislative Endorsement Questionnaire
  2. DHS Proposes Merging Medicare, Medicaid
  3. Health Exchange Launches First Stage of Computer Program to Control Your Health Care
  4. Senate Likely to Shift Republican Even Without Lingle Victory
  5. Waipahu Man Among Four Hawaii Soldiers Killed in Afghanistan
  6. Sierra Club: Unlike Lingle, Abercrombie Hasn’t Met a Farm He Doesn’t Want to Pave
  7. Carlisle Demands Council Approve $450M credit line for ‘Unforeseen’ rail ‘Catastrophe’
  8. SB2927 Contradicts Grabuskas’ Call for Rail Transparency
  9. Case Decries Sierra Club Endorsement of ‘Endless Partisan Warfare’
  10. Case Burns Money While Hirono and Lingle Save for Fall
  11. Green Energy Scammers Seek to Cover Ford Island Runway With Solar Panels
  12. HB2275 / SB2466: Hospitals Step Up to Make Medicare, Medicaid Work
  13. Patients pay Annual Fee to Get 30 minute Doctor Visits
  14. Four-Time Child Rapist Gets Probation
  15. Another man stabbed outside of Mayor Wright Homes
  16. Bugs, Snakes, and Mosquitoes Feature in This Year’s Pitch for More HGEA Make Work Jobs
  17. Techie Creates Online Campaign Finance Database
  18. State Audit Information Often Withheld from Public
  19. Louie takes a Slap at Clayton Hee, Borreca over Kakaako Deal
  20. Enviros Brag About Ending Traditional Hawaiian Cultural Practices
  21. Hawaii banks report more lending, Profits
  22. Hawaii teams win awards at world robotics meet
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Sunday, April 22, 2012
April 22, 2012 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 504 Views :: Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Zip Needed in Public Decision Making
  2. Hawaii Court Ruling Challenges Gun Ban After Non-Violent Misdemeanor Conviction
  3. DHS Money Grab Threatens Hawaii Hospitals, Nursing Homes
  4. HSTA Candidates Bicker Over Who is Better at Killing Education Reform
  5. Senate Shows Little Interest in Environmental Exemption Bill
  6. Star-Adv: Hirono should debate Case more often
  7. Suzanne Case: Stop Global Warming Because I need to Get to My House on Round Top
  8. Sierra Club Endorses Hanabusa, Hirono, Gabbard
  9. Retail Giants Want to Make Sure they Get a Cut of the Bag Tax Action
  10. Kakaako advocates rally against OHA’s residential development
  11. Hawaii Should Demand Labeling of ‘Organic’ Foods
  12. Dispute reveals OHA Grant Funded Kawaiaha'o Disinterment
  13. Defense Lawyers Upset over Bill Protecting Animals
  14. AP: Hawaii College Grads Face Worst Job Prospects in Years
  15. KIUC smart meter rollout to begin
  16. Political Pressure, New Competition Bring New Cuts In Star Advertiser Ad Rates
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Saturday, April 21, 2012
April 21, 2012 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 496 Views :: Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Selection Committee Proposes Kailua Site for New Oahu Landfill
  2. Utility Rejects "Expensive, High Risk" Undersea Power Cable Project
  3. Ward, Slom, Marumoto Talk Story at Maunalua Bay
  4. “Dumbest Decision in City’s History” Rail Construction to begin Monday
  5. Legislators Pressured by HSTA Legislative Endorsements During Session
  6. 93% Not participating in Earth Day activities this weekend
  7. Sovereignty Scammers’ Lawyer Scores $1.2M in Estate Settlement
  8. House, Senate Conferees Debate How Much Control Gays Should Have over your Church
  9. Billionaire Movie Moguls Could Still Get Hawaii Tax Credits
  10. Cash Call! Fundraisers for Reps. Evans, Awana, Mizuno
  11. Lawmakers working to iron out details of 'move over' bill
  12. SA: Fine on city an empty gesture
  13. Hawaii Tourism Authority Gives $1.1M to Profitable NonProfits
  14. Pflueger Federal Tax Case Split Into Three Trials
  15. Appeals court upholds labor ruling against Hilo newspaper
  16. DoH Harasses Farmer, Forces Destruction of Crops
  17. Kauai Administration pondering property tax increase
  18. The Dalai Lama isn’t a rock star
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Friday, April 20, 2012
April 20, 2012 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 600 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. After Dumping Goldman Sachs, Hawaii ERS Quietly Seeks New Managers for $1.2B
  2. Jobs? Hanabusa Votes Against Tax Cut for 97% of Hawaii’s Employers
  3. Lesson from Hawaii: Is the GOP really the party of fiscal responsibility?
  4. HSTA Lawsuit against Laupahoehoe Charter School Dismissed
  5. US News and World Report Ranks UH Manoa
  6. Akaka Co-Sponsors Bill to Protect Civil Rights of Military Personnel
  7. Federal Correctional Officer Charged with Sexual Abuse of Detainee
  8. Three Convicted in Looting of Am Samoa Non-Profit
  9. Abercrombie Appoints Jo Ann Uchida Takeuchi DCCA Deputy Director
  10. Abercrombie Releases $34.2 Million for CIP
  11. Listening Sessions for Ocean Resources Management Plan
  12. Well written and thoughtful letters from young Hawaiians
  13. Six University of Hawaii Regents named
  14. Stiglitz: Jones Act, Young Bros and High Electricity Cripple Hawaii
  15. SA: Reveal credit union executives’ pay
  16. Alcohol and Sign Printing at the Hawaii Co Elections Office
  17. Secret Budget Negotiations Continue Until Monday
  18. Tax Credits Don’t Pay Off but Bogus Last Minute ’Studies’ Sure Do
  19. Chong: Solar Tax Credits Siphon Money from State
  20. Rail contractor's request for $15.9M Change Order first of Many to Come
  21. $250 million for rail Likely to Die in US House
  22. HART vs. LIUNA: Whose Responsibility it is to Blackmail Council Candidates?
  23. School Busses: Legislators Push Back Against DoE’s “Irresponsible Fear-Mongering”
  24. Laura Thielen: “People think I am a Republican; I would have a tremendous amount of support in the Republican Party”
  25. Price: Is there an Upside to SB2858?
  26. State Demotes Securities Regulator
  27. State Agencies Ignore Auditor’s Reports
  28. First Honolulu Mayoral Debate Set
  29. Yoshioka Beginning to Choke on Bus Service Cuts
  30. Despite Warnings and Pleas, Honolulu Rail Headed for 'Burials Central'
  31. PUC Delinks Oil and Wind: Wind Scammers Lose $330,000/yr
  32. Eco-Faddists Demand Bag Tax to Harass People into Obeying Their Religious Dogma
  33. Double Header: Two Sheriffs On Trial This Month
  34. After Stabbing, Ouansafi Praises Security
  35. Stoned Drunk Driver Drives over Cliff, State to Pay $3M
  36. First Hawaiian Continues to Profit by Refusing to Lend to Deadbeats
  37. State Income Tax Due Today
  38. Senate confirms 3 Board of Education members
  39. Community school could turn into state's first adult charter school
  40. ‘Pregnant Man,’ Splits From ‘Wife’ Of 9 Years, Going Through ‘Rough Patch’
  41. Hawaii One of Few Places in US With No Licensed Aerial Drones
  42. Retirement Fund Bankruptcy: Worst time in CNMI history
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Thursday, April 19, 2012
April 19, 2012 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 649 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Legislators Voting to Release 1,100 Criminals on Streets of Hawaii
  2. HB425 Opens Door to Natural Gas, Mandates Diversity of Fossil Fuel Energy Sources
  3. Save Kakaako: Rally to Stop HB2819
  4. Hanabusa Scores $284,000 in special interest money
  5. DoE Announces Public School Graduation Dates
  6. US Energy Dep't: 300 Open Criminal Investigations of Green Energy Scammers
  7. Star-Adv Editorial: Census should guide election boundaries
  8. Hawaii Co Elections Office: Alcohol, Parties, and Sign-making Business
  9. Rail? Cayetano? Abercrombie Spokesperson Gives Non-Denial Denial
  10. Bus Ridership Jumps as City Considers Service Cuts
  11. Rail Project Cases Argued in Federal, State Court
  12. Desperate Green Energy Scammers Now Claim their Baksheesh Benefits Economy 44-1
  13. Legislature Voting to Let Lots of Criminals out of Prison
  14. Lawsuit Settlement Will Cover up Homosexual Rape Gang stretching back to 1970s at Blind-Deaf School
  15. Hawaii Kevorkian Taunts Police
  16. Pathetic Hawaii Supreme Court Gives Alleged Attempted Babykiller New Trial
  17. Hanabusa Pays Herself $51K from Campaign Funds
  18. ‘Buzzy G’ Coordinates Senate Democrat Fundraisers so Lobbyists Can Avoid Scheduling Conflicts
  19. Tsunami alert: Don't cut that program
  20. President Obama signs Hawaii disaster declaration
  21. Stimulated? Hawaii Burns Thru $1.5B in ‘Recovery’ Funds
  22. Business chiefs try to ride to the rescue of rail project
  23. Failure to Block: Hanabusa, Hirono Vote Against Small Business Tax Cuts
  24. Rep. Pono Chong on SB 755, Environmental Protection & the Public Trust
  25. Bag Tax in Political Death Throes
  26. City Employees Travel to Germany to Oversee Sewer Pipe Manufacturing
  27. Council Spends on Travel and TVs
  28. GSA Watchdog Says Employees Are Reporting Abuse
  29. Hawaii Could Establish a Veterans Court modeled on Drug Court
  30. Act 208 Blocks Crazy Stupid Criminals from Working as Security Guards
  31. Bank Fees don’t Pass Legislature
  32. NELHA Aquaculture Pays Off
  33. City Council committee approves measure to Create Kayak Rental Monopoly in Kailua
  34. Lahainaluna HS to Celebrate David Malo Day
  35. NMI Retirement Fund Bankruptcy Goes to Court
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Wednesday, April 18, 2012
April 18, 2012 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 730 Views :: Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
6.   Legislators Begin Secret Budget Negations
7.   Abercrombie Comes out Against Rail, Backs Cayetano
8.   Judge invalidates Pay-to-Play Rule Under which Rail Contracts Awarded
9.   Government Union Members Have no Effective Process to Report Corruption
10.US Sen. Daniel Akaka doing well after dehydration?
11."Fraud, waste, corruption:" Congress decries GSA culture
12. Lingle #1: Case's fundraising totals trail Hirono's by wide margin
13.LDS: Without Religious Freedom, Hawaii Civil Unions Law Likely Unconstitutional
14.Democrats Consider lawsuit to Knock Laura Thielen Off ballot
15.Cash Call! Reps. Kawakami, Shimabukuro Latest to Hold Fundraisers During Session
16.Water Board Nominees Approved over Hee’s Objections
17.More schools volunteer for teacher evaluation pilot program
18.TheBus uses half the energy that rail would use
19.Mainland Solar Contactors form Front Group to Save their Baksheesh
20.HECO, MECO in top 10 for Solar Penetration
21.Firearm registrations break records in Hawaii
22.ERS Dumps Goldman Sachs, Looking for New Equity Managers
23.Malu Mota Fundraiser Meets Convicted Killer in Kau
24.Report: Hawaii Women Make 80% of Males’ Income
25.Judge approves Univ. of Hawaii data breach class action settlement
26.Congressman alleges China helping North Korea with ICBMs
27.Dalai Lama eyes reform in China, fearing return to 'Cultural Revolution'
28.$1M to Bring Dalai Lama to Hawaii
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Tuesday, April 17, 2012
April 17, 2012 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 922 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Djou Outlines Strategy for Congressional Race
  2. Challenge to Democratic Party Bosses: Laura Thielen Launches State Senate Campaign
  3. No Natural Gas for Hawaii with Jones Act Ships
  4. Malulani Hospital seeks Mainland Partner
  5. Hawaii Bishop at Vatican, Prays for Courage to Defend Religious Liberty
  6. Hawaii Marines Lead Offensive Against Jihadi Dope Farms
  7. Election plans move ahead despite pending lawsuit
  8. Were Political Signs Printed at Hawaii County Elections Commission Warehouse?
  9. Akaka Hospitalized over weekend? Misses Key Vote
  10. KHON Retracts Story About Inouye Hospitalization
  11. Borreca: Solving Natatorium issue could be Governor's legacy
  12. Hannemann has $631K to Gabbard’s $465K
  13. State Refuses to Enact Tax Credits for the Poor
  14. Bill to speed development at rail depots moves ahead
  15. TEA Party Rally Draws few to Capitol
  16. Star-Adv: Haleiwa Farmers Market Should Move to make Way for State Paper Shufflers
  17. Hawaii Whistleblowers Not Protected from Retaliation
  18. EPA Working Hard to Make Sure Nobody Saves Money with Seawater Air Conditioning
  19. Waimanalo Gulch Hearing Today
  20. Enviros Sue Maui County over Wastewater Again
  21. Hawaiian Airlines Inaugural Flies Jewel Smugglers to Japan and back
  22. As City Cleans up Last Big Waianae Coast Homeless Camp, Some Finally Accept Shelter
  23. VIDEO: Homelessness Industry Activist Harasses Makaha Beach Cleanup Volunteers
  24. MD Busted for Selling Dope
  25. SB2579 Encourages Underage Prostitution?
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Monday, April 16, 2012
April 16, 2012 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 534 Views :: Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Dalai Lama Slams Beijing for Burnings
  2. Hawaii Bishop at Vatican, Prays for Courage to Defend Religious Liberty
  3. Honolulu TEA Party Rally April 16
  4. Case: Far Left Hirono is just as Bad as Limbaugh
  5. Rail Advertiser: Don’t Add 4th Lane to H-1
  6. Abercrombie Tries to Block HFF From Defending Marriage
  7. Blue Planet Foundation Legislative Agenda: Higher Utility Bills for the People, More Tax Credits for ‘Green’ Energy Scammers
  8. OSHA to Take Over Takamine’s Incompetent DoL?
  9. In spite of High Cost of Living, Hawaii Workers’ Earnings Below US Average
  10. Hawaii doctors offer patients 'choice' to die
  11. KHON Retracts Story About Inouye Hospitalization
  12. NHLC Shake-Down Lawyers Still Grabbing for Control of Public Water
  13. 13% of OHA Small Business Loans Default
  14. Kobayashi to Credit Unions: Disclose Exec Salaries, or Face Property Tax Hikes
  15. Congressional hearing on GSA's lavish spending begins Monday
  16. Politics: Leaders debate Micronesia impact in US areas
  17. Micronesia: Fishing days to dominate treaty talks
  18. Vacation Rental Legislation is Deceptive
  19. 90% of Hawaii Financial Disclosures Hidden from Public View
  20. Shoppers and farmers are dismayed over the state forcing the Haleiwa Farmers' Market from its site
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Sunday, April 15, 2012
April 15, 2012 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 477 Views :: Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Lingle to Focus on Comprehensive Tax Reform
  2. Ed Week: Hawaii in Biggest Trouble, Feds Have Good Reason to Revoke Race to the Top
  3. UH: Hawaii Physician Shortage Could Grow from 600 to 1600
  4. SB3010: Sierra Club Threatens to Sue over Environmental Exemptions
  5. Zenith Reached in Earmarking of Unrelated Fund Sources
  6. QUEST Rationing: Hospitalization, Artificial Limbs Eliminated to Pay for ‘Preventative Services’
  7. Hee: OHA Must Go After More Land and Money
  8. SB2438: PUC to Rely on HECO-Controlled ‘Institute’ to Approve ‘Clean Energy’ Projects
  9. Bag Tax, Big Cable, and Kupuna Care Lead Star-Adv Editors Legislative Priorities
  10. Ihara: ‘Gut and Replace’ Hits New Peak this Session
  11. Will Natural Gas be Allowed to Lower Hawaii’s Electric Rates?
  12. State Capitalists Raise Money for Pro-Rail Propaganda
  13. Hanabusa Brings in $224,000
  14. DoH Bans Backyard Burning Statewide—$10,000 Fine
  15. Hawaii Would Be Hit Hard by Buffet Rule
  16. Akiona: Obama Budget Targets Independent Contractors
  17. Guam National Guard Teams to Deploy to Afghanistan
  18. UH Manoa Perfesser Predicts Future Census Questions: How many times have you changed your sex?
  19. Hardships do not faze new BYUH student president
  20. Lawsuit: Waikiki Shooting Gallery Charged with Negligence
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Saturday, April 14, 2012
April 14, 2012 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 677 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Mazie Brings "Mr Fannie Mae" to Hawaii
  2. Hawaii Shippers Council Outlines Jones Act Reform Proposals
  3. Hawaii Economic Performance Ranks 15th, Economic Outlook 46th
  4. Hawaii Youth Link Assisted Suicide to Teen Suicide
  5. Makers of Promotional Products Rally to Defense of Rail
  6. SB2341: Would Allow Overnight Accommodations on Maui Ag Land
  7. SB2394: Would Allow Condemnation of Private Property to Bail Out Mortgage lenders
  8. VIDEO: Thielen, Rivere, Ward Rip SB755 Environmental Exemptions
  9. Case: Hirono Now Ducking 10 Debate Invitations
  10. Public Access TV Relegated to Digital Siberia
  11. Adrianne Heely Appointed Maui Judge
  12. North Korea's Rogue Missile Launch
  13. Redistricting case will be heard in May
  14. HSTA pressure kills class-time bill
  15. Educated Youth Flee Hawaii
  16. Waipahu Students Not Fooled by Rail Presentation
  17. Abercrombie’s Wife Endorses Tulsi Gabbard
  18. Legislature out of control on attacking Hawaii’s environmental protections
  19. Civil Beat’s “integrity investigation” questioned by Ian Lind
  20. Legislators Consider Giving Sex Workers Welfare, Labor Law Protections
  21. Honolulu TSA Screeners Acquitted of Catching too Many Illegals and Too Many Drug Smugglers
  22. GSA official to assert privilege to remain silent
  23. World Laughs at Incompetent Socialists in N Korea
  24. Illegal Dumping Settlement Dumps on taxpayers
  25. After Hee’s Bill Fails, Opihi Season Requested by Resolution
  26. Schatz traveling to Asia to discuss clean energy Scams
  27. Kauai electric utility will begin installing smart meters
  28. Horse Cruelty Case May Be Tossed Due to Bumbling Kauai Prosecutor’s Office
  29. Homeless Alcoholic Busted in Kauai Church Fire
  30. UH Manoa Perfesser Preaches His Atheist Religion at California Revival Meet
  31. Some Hawaii post offices offering late collections on Tax Day
  32. International Marketplace to Be Demolished
  33. Photo: First axis deer killed on Big Island
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Friday, April 13, 2012
April 13, 2012 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 440 Views :: Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Lingle Campaign Raises $3.1M
  2. Not Aimed at Hawaii This Time: N Korea Rocket fails, falls in Ocean
  3. Celebrate Israel Day Hawaii, May 20
  4. Am Samoa Congressional Race: Radewagen, Lancaster Challenge Faleomavaega
  5. Salon: Am Samoa's Congressional Delegate Defends Dictatorship at Behest of Lobbyist
  6. Abercrombie Signs Kakaako Over to OHA, HCDA Maintains Development Control
  7. HB 108- Dog Fighting OK, Dog Breeding Illegal
  8. Payment Protection: State Sues Seven Mainland Credit Card Companies
  9. Akaka: Lingle is ‘Friendly’, Her Role Model is ‘Open-Minded’
  10. Tipping Point? Isle Democrats lead charge against the environment
  11. Abercrombie Dept of Corrections Appointee Flees State
  12. SA Editors Grasping at Straws Claim: Teacher evaluations within reach
  13. DOE seeks extra funds to preserve Colluding Bus Contactors
  14. Grabbucks: New HART Boss Pulls Down $300K / year
  15. Grabbucks vs TheBus: “Rail is the Gift that keeps on Giving”
  16. Inouye: The Only Thing That Will Stop Rail is World War III -- Carlisle: We Need to Build an Army
  17. Cayetano: "Carlisle prone to Making Stupid Statements"
  18. Caldwell: Carlisle “Crazy” To Build Rail Columns and tear them Down
  19. Honolulu Council Keep Rail Budget Intact
  20. Malama Solomon Scores Worst Senate Attendance Record
  21. House OKs charter school bill despite divisive ethics provision
  22. Senate Passes bill Requiring minimum sick leave
  23. State deputy sheriff accused of sexually assaulting female detainee
  24. April electric rates up on all islands except 1
  25. Crooks, Cronies Squabble over Geothermal Royalties
  26. Haleiwa Farmer’s Market to Stay open til end of Month
  27. DoH Harasses Local Businesses, Cane Fire Gets Fine
  28. Solar Telescope Construction May Begin Despite Permit Challenge
  29. SB2402: Dim Bulb Legislators Vote to Block State Use of Fluorescent Bulbs, Stadium Lighting on Edge
  30. Leading Theocrat Hailed by Billionaire as He Launches Four Day Hawaii Tour
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Thursday, April 12, 2012
April 12, 2012 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 588 Views :: Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Lingle, Collins: "Bipartisanship is Leadership"
  2. VIDEO: Guam Senator Garners Support for Jones Act Exemptions
  3. The View from DC: No Sign Hawaii is Serious about Teacher Evaluations
  4. State Steals $200M from Hawaiians, Gives 30 Ac to OHA: Hee, Solomon Boycott Signing
  5. Matthew DiGeronimo to Run for CD2
  6. Linda Lingle's Role Model: Susan Collins of Maine
  7. Useless $75,000 Drone Traced to Waihee Cronies
  8. Boylan: Hawaii Dems Suspicious of Party-Switchers
  9. GSA Spends $330,000 to Relocate One Employee to Hawaii, Then He Quits
  10. Manoa Chancellor Candidates At the End of their Careers
  11. Number of police officers holding medical marijuana cards remains a mystery
  12. Police Warn Chinatown Shopowner not to Antagonize Meth Dealers, Threaten Him With Arrest
  13. City Council Would Create Bureaucracy to Track Plastic Bag Use
  14. Stanley Chang: Give Councilmembers $40K more to Play With
  15. State orders Haleiwa Farmer's Market to close
  16. Koa Ridge, Hoopili Last Big Master Plans?
  17. Profitable Nonprofits Lose 19%
  18. Few Hawaii Donors Support Presidential Super PACs
  19. Plan would squeeze 4th lane into Honolulu freeway
  20. Historic Kauai Church Vandalized on Easter Eve
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Wednesday, April 11, 2012
April 11, 2012 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 532 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Three Judge Panel Will Hear Reapportionment Case
  2. Honolulu TEA Party Rally April 16
  3. Study: Hawaii Cost of Long Term Care Soars 87% in Five Years
  4. Carlisle Admin: Keep Waimanalo Gulch Open 15 More Years
  5. Legislators Exempt State from Child Molestation Claims
  6. Horizon Lines Completes Restructuring
  7. Marumoto: SB2858 Relating to Closed Government
  8. Activists attack bills that exempt construction projects from review
  9. Without High-rises, OHA Cannot Justify Kakaako Toxic Waste Cleanup Expense
  10. Civil Unions, Bag Ban, Taxes, Tax Credits Set for Crossover
  11. Big Victory for HSTA: House Kills Teacher Eval Bill, $266M in Federal Funds at Risk
  12. HGEA Inks Fake Principal Accountability Evaluations
  13. Rail development proposal fails to give public a voice
  14. Geothermal to be Issue in Hawaii County Mayor’s Race
  15. Big Wind Opponents Suffer Defeat in House
  16. Rep Mele Carroll Misses 25% of Sessions, Makes Excuses
  17. Hawaii Gov’t Hiring Tarnished by Nepotism, Cronyism, and Patronage
  18. SB2115 Would Allow Nepotism in Charter Schools
  19. GSA employees travel to Hawaii five-days for a one-hour ribbon cutting, Planning 10 day return Trip
  20. Feds Bust HPD Officer with Medical Marijuana Card for Multi-Location Grow-Op
  21. Wisconsin Homosexual Child Molester Gets 10 Years in Waikiki Molestation cases
  22. Top Five Lobbying Spenders
  23. Senate: DLNR Officers Don't Need Taser Training
  24. Federal Taskforce Stacked by Homelessness Industry
  25. Styrofoam: Mainland Green Energy Scammers Attack Hawaii Restaurant Industry
  26. TPL Aims for 16% Profit on Sale of Swampland
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Tuesday, April 10, 2012
April 10, 2012 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 601 Views :: Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Yoshioka: Bus Service Cuts Have no Connection With Rail
  2. $25M Kapolei Biofuel Refinery Produces 5 Barrels per Day
  3. While Hawaii Legislators Sleep, Another State Bars Companies Doing Business With Iran
  4. Federal judges will hear challenge to state reapportionment plan
  5. N.Korea presses on with anniversary rocket launch
  6. BoE to Vote on Teacher Accountability
  7. Budget: Abercrombie Paying $11,700 per Goose, $168K per Delinquent
  8. Rail Opponents Ask Judge For Decision
  9. Rail crews continue search for ancestral bones
  10. An environmental review of Rail precast facility OK'd, Could Lead to new Lawsuit
  11. Environmentalists rally against "dirty dozen" bills at capitol
  12. SB2785: Big Cable for Big Wind Vote Today
  13. Paper bag use Soars as Plastic Bags banned on Maui, Kauai
  14. Bag Distributor Wants Amendments to City Bag Ban
  15. Akaka Committee to Meet With AWOL Soldier
  16. Soft on Crime: Suspect in Arson, Killing of 97-year-old Has 8 Convictions
  17. Politically Connected Public Housing Resident Calls for State to Ban Smoking in Homes
  18. Crystal meth use drops among workers in isles
  19. Unions Use Sewage Plant As Endorsement Backdrop
  20. Nepotism Not Illegal in Hawaii
  21. Hawaii judges' pay Lowest in Nation
  22. What Do Hawaii Lawmakers Have Against Ethics Code?
  23. Government Health IT Comes to Hawaii
  24. Teen Pregnancy Rate Continues to fall
  25. Honolulu Residents Abuse City’s New 311 Service
  26. Long lines shift from DMV to Health Department
  27. Harbors Dep’t Buys Useless $75K Drone
  28. Occupy Honolulu expands encampment to Central Pacific Bank
  29. State offering mortgage assistance to first time homebuyers
  30. Allegiant Air to Start Hawaii Flights
  31. How Hawaiian princes brought Surfing to Britain in 1890
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Monday, April 09, 2012
April 9, 2012 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 902 Views :: Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Pacific Rim GSA: 115 iPods Missing
  2. RNC Moves to Boost Hawaii GOP
  3. Hawaiian societies caught as much fish as modern fishers
  4. HSTA Leader: Abercrombie, Legislators Should Switch to Republican Party
  5. Daughtery Challenges Okabe: The top-down approach has bankrupted teacher morale
  6. Gov. Lingle Selected Laura Thielen for Her Cabinet Based On Talent, Not Political Affiliation
  7. Hawaii Gaming Promoter to Host $1M Obama Fundraiser
  8. Airline Exec Offers to Campaign Against Lingle in Exchange for Subsidies
  9. Republicans Overwhelmingly Reaffirm Ted Liu as National Committeeman
  10. Council Support Wavers As Key Rail Vote Looms
  11. Kauai District Attorney Recuses Herself AGAIN
  12. Runner for political seat would be youngest ever to hold office in state, at 18
  13. Tobacco giant Philip Morris was top lobbyist during May-December 2011
  14. State Workers having a Hard Time Scoring Workers Comp Bennies
  15. Hawaii Owes $60,000 in Airport Workers’ Harassment Suit
  16. Electric Car Drivers May Face Federal Charges
  17. SA: Make room for bikes on roads
  18. Hawaii Turns to Dog Shrinks As 'Incessant Barkers' Enter Pleas
  19. Ninth Circuit Revives Lawsuit over Religious Marijuana Use
  20. Laupahoehoe Charter School names new Principal
  21. Kids' English takes priority at Kalihi School
  22. Highlighting Hawaii's problem of child abuse
  23. Mokulele Flights to Chicago, London put on hold
  24. Supreme Court’s Ratings Jump Following Health Care Hearings
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Sunday, April 08, 2012
April 8, 2012 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 611 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Hawaii Among Worst States in Nation on Taxing the Working Poor
  2. GSA Scandal: Lingle Takes Aim at Waste and Fraud
  3. Zero Confidence in Lawmakers Revealed
  4. Big Island Prosecutor Candidate Promises to Re-Open Peter Boy Case
  5. State Senate Candidates Scramble to Distance themselves from Abercrombie
  6. Boylan: Romney May Be Next President
  7. New tax credits sought for Billionaire Movie Moguls
  8. Borreca: Legislators Rejected Lingle’s Call to Stop Taxing the Poor
  9. Kauai Democrats: Never make the mistake of electing a Republican governor again
  10. Tulsi Gabbard Would Repeal DOMA
  11. Cataluna: Hilo Peeping Tom Beaten
  12. MADD: Pass HB2320 Ignition Interlock
  13. State Gets off Easy After Hiring Doper as Spinal Surgeon
  14. DoE Closing Adult GED Schools
  15. RTTT pays to Hire 200 Un-Licensed Obamabots to ‘Teach’ in DoE Schools
  16. Punatic: Only 1% of Oil Used to generate Electricity is Imported
  17. Navy Testing New Generation of Power Buoy
  18. UH athletics could lose $2 million
  19. Japan Prepares to Shoot Down North Korean Missile
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Saturday, April 07, 2012
April 7, 2012 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 696 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Lawsuit: Veterans, Military Personnel Challenge Hawaii Reapportionment Plan
  2. NTU: Hanabusa voted for 91% of Tax Increases, Hirono 88%
  3. Push Poll Audio: "Berg got so drunk ..."
  4. Biofuel: Honeywell Hints at Tesoro Refinery Takeover
  5. Big Island Paper Pushes Back against Equal Representation for Military Families, Students
  6. HR61: Legislators Salivate for Legalized Honu Hunting
  7. New Tax Evasion Charge Filed Against Retired HPD Major Nishimura
  8. Honolulu Bag ban Would cost Stores $30K month, Cause Paper bag use to Skyrocket
  9. Lingle the Only Reason there’s a Tossup
  10. Aiona will focus on practicing law but is still open to public service in the future
  11. Aiona ‘Excited about Opportunity to bring people together’
  12. Rivere, Say, Aila, Harris Debate Environmental Review Exemptions
  13. Shapiro: Political mess deepens as sewage sludge returns
  14. OHA, Enviros Only Get One Water Commissioner
  15. HB2236: Funds Commission to Study Ways to Raise Your Taxes
  16. Shelving of 2 bills hampers reform of workers' comp
  17. Mitch Roth running for Hawaii County prosecutor
  18. Castle’s Man in DoE Retires
  19. HPD Employee Faced Retaliation for Sex Harassment Lawsuit
  20. Star-Adv Backs AWOL Surfer Soldier
  21. Dalai Lama's visit, peace initiative will show isles to the rest of world
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Friday, April 06, 2012
April 6, 2012 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 655 Views :: Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Lawsuit: Veterans, Military Personnel Challenge Hawaii Reapportionment Plan
  2. Okabe to Obama: Abercrombie is 'Difficult'
  3. US Constitutional Convention? Hawaii State House Wants to Write Obamacare into Constitution, Strengthen Power of President
  4. VIDEO: Hawaii Federal Rapper at Center of Latest GSA Scandal
  5. Hawaii's Good Friday Holiday - What's Up With That?
  6. Seek Truth in Response to Physician Assisted Suicide
  7. Thielen May File as Democrat, Challenge Party to Sue
  8. Political Comeback? Former Sen. Fred Hemmings Says Hawaii is Ready to Change the 'Status Quo'
  9. Charles Djou: Back from Afghanistan - Ready for Political Battle
  10. Lingle acknowledges her challenge as a pro-choicer
  11. Duke Aiona Leaves St Louis School Job, Returns to Law Practice
  12. Insurers Launch Big Brother Medical Records System
  13. New Hawaii State Securities Lawyer: $900,000 In Back Taxes, Child Support
  14. Gore Cult Praises Hawaii’s Preparation for Global Warming, Demands More
  15. Water Board Appointees Get Instructions for Malama Solomon’s Water Deliveries
  16. Abercrombie Admin Backs Castle & Cooke Development
  17. Honolulu Council Campaign Getting Ugly
  18. Feds Bust Five in cockfighting, illegal gambling case
  19. Online Poker Site Accepts Hawaii Players
  20. Double Murderer Charges Parole Board Vindictive, Gets New Hearing
  21. Food businesses face fee 1050% Fee hikes to Create HGEA Jobs
  22. W. Oahu churches expand to serve growing congregations
  23. Open-ocean cages get state's approval
  24. "Pacific Gibraltar" -- Important New Book on Hawaiian History
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Thursday, April 05, 2012
April 5, 2012 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 724 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. U.S. Senator Susan Collins Visits Hawaii
  2. Guam Legislator Calls for Exemption from US-Build Provisions of Jones Act
  3. Rep Kymberly Pine Running for Honolulu City Council
  4. Hirono Supporters Worry about Candidate’s Ability to Go One-on-One vs Lingle
  5. Lingle: Pro-choice Republican women Needed in Senate
  6. Inouye, Muslims Raise Money for Michigan Democrat Senate Candidate
  7. SA: Legislators Should Let Housing Authority Ban Smoking in Public Housing
  8. April 6 is ‘Tax Freedom Day’ in Hawaii
  9. Abercrombie to Steal $200M from Hawaiians, Give 30 ac to OHA Trustees
  10. Hurried House Rushes 13 Bills to Hearing
  11. Ernie Martin: Honolulu Will Move Bag Tax
  12. Honolulu Budget panel Decides Horses are Agricultural: OKs restoration of tax breaks for horse owners
  13. Abercrombie: No Declaration for Annual Hawaii Prayer Day
  14. Pacific Palisades Shooter Was Watch Commander at Wahiawa Prison
  15. Oi: Thielen is type of Candidate Democrats Need
  16. Enviros Prepare to Destroy Tuna Farm
  17. Sen Roz Baker Makes Excuses for Vacation Rental Bill
  18. Improvements at Kewalo may hinge on public-private partnership
  19. Hawaii SB2168 Will Activate Nationwide Reinsurance Tax Clearinghouse
  20. HB2703 Directs Dept of Ag to Maintain Count of Local Grown Food
  21. State senators table workers comp bill
  22. Rep. Giugni’s Fundraiser During Session
  23. Are Hawaii Judges Governed By Conflict Of Interest Rules
  24. “Clean Energy’ Stimulus Funds Burned by State, Cronies, Utilities, and Profitable Nonprofits
  25. Tesoro Sale Casts Doubt: Federal Stimulus Still Not Stimulating Many Jobs at Local Biorefinery Plant
  26. Biofool Scammer Makes Nice in Hamakua
  27. Christian Sparks Propane Price War in Puna
  28. 6 Occupy Honolulu protesters plead no contest, nobody cares
  29. Descent Into Haole: 'The Descendants' Dissed
  30. City offers online Sunshine Law training for board, commission members
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Wednesday, April 04, 2012
April 4, 2012 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 654 Views :: Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. KOS: The Secret Behind Mitt Romney’s Hawaii Landslide
  2. Faleomavaega: Bahrain’s Best Friend in Congress
  3. Hawaii: Is the Obama Administration Giving States Flexibility When It Rejects Proposals to Reduce Medicaid Costs?
  4. Suicide Activists Line up Hawaii Doctors to Kill Patients
  5. Honolulu Community College Announces Final Three Candidates for Chancellor
  6. The Seven Rules of Bureaucracy
  7. Atheist Advertiser vs. First Amendment: ‘Don't allow anti-civil union actions’
  8. Democrats, Media Carefully Avoid Any Discussion of Illegality in Thielen Rejection
  9. DoE Pulls Out All the Stops to Save Funding for Colluding School Bus Contractors
  10. Reforming Hawaii's charter schools: 5 myths and 5 realities
  11. HB2819: Kakaako Development Gut and Replace
  12. Small Contractors to be Cut Out of $500M in CIP?
  13. State's answer to its budget deficit is crippling small construction companies
  14. HB466: Workers Comp Reform Proposal Described as Sop to Pill Mills
  15. Act 221 Scammers, Insurance Companies Team Up With Abercrombie Admin to Profit from Controlling Hawaii Health Exchange
  16. Health exchange board needs to be accountable to public
  17. Hawaii to receive part of $137.5M WellCare settlement
  18. University of Hawaii-Manoa Chancellor Candidate Eliminated Two Dozen Degree Programs at MSU
  19. Abercrombie’s Apocalypse: The King Nebuchadnezzar Effect
  20. Enviros Pounce on Abercrombie Water Board Nominees
  21. Rent-a-Mob: Anti-Geothermal Punatics Hammer HECO
  22. Another Mainland Solar Contractor Seeks Profits from Hawaii Tax Credits
  23. Small Businesses Losing Revenue Due to Bag Bans
  24. Gabbard Adds Bottle Tax to Plastic Bag Tax Bill
  25. NPS Short Circuits Bottle Ban After Donor Complaints
  26. Food Truck Fix Passed, Signed into law
  27. Soft on Crime: 13-year Criminal Record, Out of Jail 1 month Tries to Run Down officer in Stolen Jeep
  28. Mayor Won't Cancel Sewage Treatment Contract
  29. ‘October Baby’ Well Received in Honolulu, Slated for National Rollout
  30. HPD officers say enforcing 30-year old policy endangers their lives
  31. Hawaii Still Waiting as Coast Guard Rolls Out ‘Rescue 21’ System on Mainland
  32. Inouye, Wife Visit Arab-American Museum
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Tuesday, April 03, 2012
April 3, 2012 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 622 Views :: Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics
  1. Pentagon Prepares for Possible Shoot Down of North Korean Missile
  2. Ko Olina, Kyo-Ya Snag HTA Board Positions
  3. ACLU: Hawaii Counties Among Few Requiring Warrant to Track Cell Phones
  4. Hawaii Congressional Delegation: How They Voted April 2, 2012
  5. Feds Reject Hawaii’s 10-Day Medicaid Hospital Limit
  6. While Cutting Services, Hawaii fails to reap up to $80M in federal Medicaid money
  7. As Legislators Threaten to Impose Accountability, HSTA Pretends to become interested in Negotiations
  8. $11B budget bill moves ahead
  9. Rep Har Pushes Abercrombie’s SB755 Environmental Takeover
  10. Lanai Voter Regrets Abercrombie Vote
  11. Abercrombie, Hee Team up to Push Dogs-in-Restaurants Bill—Restaurant Owner Must Clean Up Dog Poop
  12. As Filipinos Move to Middle Class, they Line up with Republicans against Rail
  13. Assisted Suicide: Six Hawaii Kervorkians Announce Plan to Commit Manslaughter
  14. Star-Adv: Police Should Get Record of Everybody’s Prescriptions
  15. Study: HECO Overpaying for Windfarm Electricity by 200% to 300%
  16. New emission controls will cost shippers billions
  17. Hee Pushes Thru Bill to Block Public Housing Residents From Smoking in their Own Apartments
  18. Non-Resident VR Owner feels ‘Kicked in the Face’
  19. Ethics Commission Nixes OHA’s Lawmaker Invites
  20. Legislators still slow in filing financial disclosures
  21. Bankruptcy filings down 25.4 percent in March
  22. HLTA takes applications for Hannemann's position
  23. Candidates for UH Manoa Chancellor set to visit the Manoa campus
  24. H-Power Recycles All Metals in Waste Stream
  25. HB1947: Anti-Small Farmers Bill Backed by Agribusiness
  26. Is The Way Hawaii Selects Judges Transparent?
  27. Drunk Driver Kills Two, Families of Victims Given $210,000 by State of Hawaii
  28. Hawaii Whale Population Increasing 7% Per Year
  29. Beck to Publish Book on Obama’s Communist Mentor
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Monday, April 02, 2012
April 2, 2012 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 619 Views :: Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. HB1033: Tracing the Financial Outlines of Socialism in Hawaii
  2. S&P: Credit Risks Mount For U.S. Domestic Shipping Companies As Ships Start Showing Their Age
  3. Vancouver Sun: Hawaii Vacation Rental Bills Violate NAFTA
  4. Abercrombie: Unions Better Wake Up, HSTA Contract Will be up in June
  5. SB682 Could Change Terms of OHA Settlement
  6. Ethics: Belatti Throws Clunker into Charter School Reform Bill
  7. Today may be the last chance to remove monopoly health insurers from the Hawaii Health Connector
  8. Green Energy Bank would Use Hawaii General Fund to Build Wind farms Nationwide
  9. Is It 'Reckless' To Build Honolulu Rail Before Feds Commit Funds?
  10. Second Crossover Deadline Thursday
  11. Mufi Teams Up with Guam Republicans for Fundraiser
  12. Hawaii Scores 25% for Executive Branch Financial Disclosure
  13. Pay raises advocated for city officials
  14. Molokai condo lawsuit gets big result, lots of news
  15. Condo losses from theft now $100,000
  16. Obstacles to Veterans Transitioning into University Education?
  17. Private Schools Raise Tuition 3%-6%
  18. State House resolution calls for lower shipping fees on Internet purchases
  19. EXCLUSIVE: Honolulu Zoo's full accreditation restored
  20. Maui: 450 Idiots Spend 10 Hours Listening to Conspiracy Huckster
  21. Charlie Maxwell Changed With Pension, Free Time
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Sunday, April 01, 2012
April 1, 2012 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 649 Views :: Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Felony Inducement? Laura Thielen Senate Run Rejected by Democratic State Committee
  2. Zing To Taxpayers, You Are Paying For Those Giveaways
  3. Lingle Calls for Reauthorization of Export-Import Bank
  4. Gallup: After Electing Hanabusa, Urban Honolulu Drops from 4th best to 57th
  5. Broken Trust Figures Abercrombie, Hee, Levinson: Churches Must be Forced to Conduct Gay Union Ceremonies
  6. Star-Adv: After Supremes Overturn Obamacare, We Will Still Destroy Prepaid
  7. Multiple Violations: DCCA Securities Enforcement Headed By Lawyer Sanctioned by Hawaii Supreme Court
  8. Feds Loss on Central Pacific Bailout Estimated at $63.1M
  9. SB682: Another Waikiki In the Making?
  10. Unity House Looted of Another $800K in Lotus Hotel Deal
  11. Hawaii's marriage rates by community
  12. Soft on Crime: Burglar Released Early After Multiple Convictions, Kills 3 year old boy in Drunk Driving Hit and Run
  13. Cataluna: Which Drunk Legislator was Dumber?
  14. Star-Adv Profiles AWOL Soldier Surfing Northshore
  15. JSC: Nobody Wants to be on Hawaii Supreme Court
  16. Police Will be Overseeing your Prescriptions
  17. Waterman Aka Hemmings is dead at 59
  18. NMI: Signature campaign to Allow Land Sales to Outsiders begins
  19. Hawaii County report offers 40 recommendations to improve tax policy
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Saturday, March 31, 2012
March 31, 2012 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 675 Views :: Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Overworked Doctor Commits Suicide at Tripler
  2. Honolulu Tea Party Rally, Monday April 16
  3. Bailout: $60M Loss as Feds Sell Interest in Central Pacific Bank
  4. HTA: Visitor Arrivals up 2.5% from Year Ago
  5. Hawaii NRA Instructor Liability Bill to be Heard in Senate Committee
  6. Applicants Sought for Chair of the Elections Commission
  7. Kealakehe Selected as Site of Future Judiciary Complex in Kona
  8. DLNR Snares Slowly Torture Pigs
  9. April 22 is Deadline for Reapportionment Litigation
  10. Tires Slashed, Signs Stolen: Cayetano's Campaign Targeted Again
  11. Spending Billions on Rail, City Now Cuts Back on TheBus
  12. Aging Flower Child Abercrombie Morphs into Spiro Agnew
  13. After Decades, Kamaoa Wind Farm Finally Being Torn Down
  14. After Kamehameha – DHHL Deal Fails, Jeff Stone Sells Golf Course to Firm Headed by Micah Kane
  15. Data Mining May Penalize Doctors Who Help Poor, Homeless
  16. Bag Tax May Not Be Heard in House?
  17. Frankel: “Big money’s at stake” on Haleakala
  18. HSTA Will Resume bargaining April 5
  19. Sunshine Law likely to be amended by several pending bills
  20. Amid gold rush to recruit veterans, concerns over rankings of "military friendly" colleges
  21. Medicare Paying $15,000 to Save Old People’s Vision
  22. NAACP sunset vigil to honor King and victim of Florida shooting
  23. Council approves $10K for Police Commission counsel
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Friday, March 30, 2012
March 30, 2012 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 921 Views :: Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Barney Frank on Maui: Hirono Raises Funds with Man Who Caused Housing Collapse
  2. NRA: Immediate Action Needed on Hawaii Instructor Liability Bill
  3. Abercrombie: We Need to Move Past Self-Appointed Hawaiian Organizations
  4. OHA Cronies Will Get $200M worth of Land to Personally Profit From
  5. Abercrombie: I delayed Capital Improvement Projects for 20 Months
  6. Laura Thielen, Former Lingle appointee, to run for SD25 as Democrat
  7. Hawaii Legislature Advances Law in Hopes of Deceiving US Department of Education
  8. Plan to Let Criminals Out of Prison Stripped from Bill after Ala Moana Work Release Arrests
  9. Mandatory Sick Leave: Another Made in San Francisco Pipedream
  10. Property Management Firms Behind Non-Resident Vacation Rental Owners
  11. Inouye Behind Firing of Haleakala Hearing Officer
  12. Bag Ban Littered With Confusing Exemptions
  13. Who Speaks for the Abercrombie Administration?
  14. Losers: Hirono, Hanabusa vote against House Budget
  15. Josh Green Lines Pockets as State Health Connector Nears Approval
  16. Wooley, Hooser Bob and Weave as Dirty Dozen Near Approval
  17. SB2927 Will Help Line Up TOD Developers for Rail
  18. The Navy will withdraw from service three ships at Pearl Harbor in the next two years
  19. Change state Constitution if you want to rein in debt
  20. Star-Adv Desperately Looks for Justification of $100K Gift to Atheist
  21. Split in trade groups lobbying for Hawaii’s solar/PV industry
  22. Hawaii one of Only 8 States to Raise Cigarette Taxes
  23. Waste to Energy Proposals Sought in Maui, Hawaii
  24. Maui Resident Appointed to National Taxpayer Advocacy Panel
  25. Hawaii becomes 20th state to certify Americans Elect on November general election ballot
  26. Hawaii leads nation in electric vehicle charging stations
  27. Profitable Non-Profits Drive Expanding Definition of Autism
  28. Hamakua Resident Roseanne Barr Publishes Address of George Zimmerman’s Parents
  29. Zoo Suspects Crazy Bums Freed Tawny Frogmouth
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Thursday, March 29, 2012
March 29, 2012 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 974 Views :: Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Rail Plaintiffs to FTA: We suspect that you are no longer shocked by the City’s deceptive practices
  2. Abercrombie: Environmental Critics Are 'Apocalyptic Naysayers'
  3. Hawaii's fallen heroes remembered in medal of honor ceremony
  4. Abercrombie Rambles at Medal of Honor Ceremony
  5. Hawaii Is Tops in Cronyism, Nepotism, and Patronage
  6. Hawaii: Highest State Debt Per Capita
  7. State Owned Bank: $4B at Risk to Reward Cronies
  8. Out-of-state workers already on the rail job
  9. Star-Adv: We Want Our $75M--Use HB2527 to Pressure HSTA on RTTT Settlement
  10. Lingle Campaign Slaps Down Democrat Attack on Republican Jewish Coalition
  11. Hawaii Charter School Overhaul Looks Likely
  12. Pay raises suggested for top City and County jobs
  13. Civil Beat Loses Chief Editor
  14. Kailua, Urban Honolulu are Top Communities for Divorced Persons
  15. Census: Honolulu and San Diego Swap Residents
  16. Nearly $3.9M award from jury over Molokai ‘campaign of intimidation’
  17. Feds Bust Airline Workers Allegedly Moving 300 lbs of Meth to Hawaii
  18. Prison Guard Arrested for Allegedly Shooting Up Pearl City
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Wednesday, March 28, 2012
March 28, 2012 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 543 Views :: Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Lingle Commends US Chamber for Tourism-Focused Senate Testimony
  2. Life of the Land Releases Hawaii Energy Report
  3. State, County Projects Exempt from Environmental Review? Thielen, Rivere Rip SB755
  4. Teacher: DoE Allows Students to Take and Re-Take Tests until they Pass
  5. SB1332: Kobayashi UH Exemption to be Continued?
  6. Is Honolulu Rail Debt Causing Budget Cuts?
  7. Grabuskas: Rail Funding not Guaranteed
  8. Sen. Roz Baker Blasted Over Hearing Conduct
  9. Slom: Health Exchange Lacks Sunshine, Ethics
  10. HMSA seeks rate boost
  11. HB2175: Task-Force Lobbyists to be Exempted from Ethics Code
  12. Hawaii Adds 1,200 Gov’t Jobs, Loses 33,800 Private Sector Jobs
  13. Paid Sick Leave Mandate on Today’s legislative Agenda
  14. Young Brothers’ President Nominated to Board of Ag
  15. Hawaii GOP 'Still Looking' for Candidate to Run in Congressional Race
  16. New guns for Hawaii sheriffs packed up & shipped back to Smith & Wesson
  17. Horizon Lines' debt restructuring puts future in limbo
  18. Gay Waikiki Murder Trail Continues
  19. State says condo funds must be deposited locally
  20. Vandals strike Honolulu Zoo, exotic birds missing
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Tuesday, March 27, 2012
March 27, 2012 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 759 Views :: Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Report: HSTA not to Blame for All Delays in Race to the Top
  2. Hawaii GOP Appoints New Executive Director
  3. Obama Whispers Away America's Security
  4. Banks to Pay only 20% of Mortgage Settlement
  5. Giant radar returns to sea as N. Korean launch looms
  6. Abercrombie’s Medical Plan: Iowa Senator Pushes Hawaii to Dump Psychiatrists off Medicaid
  7. New health board is off to an uncomfortable start
  8. New Secret Weapon in Federal Anti-Rail Lawsuit in Honolulu: University Law Students
  9. Performance Evaluations front and center as RTTT Squad Arrives
  10. Criminal UPW Boss Gary Rodrigues on the Loose in Honolulu, Looking for a Job
  11. Cyberbullying, Kiddie Porn on Legislative Agenda Today
  12. Abercrombie Victory: No Plans being made for 2013 Pro Bowl
  13. Can Abercrombie be Held Accountable for his Actions?
  14. City Down to ‘only’ 150 Sewage Spills a Year
  15. Higher Electric Bills Ahead: PUC Gives Go-Ahead to Biofool Scammers
  16. Sex Offenders on the Loose
  17. HPD investigates 100,000 missing police reports
  18. Ritte Demands Boat Visiting Molokai Hand over Cash
  19. Lawmakers question UH Manoa Chancellor's necessity
  20. Certified Hawaii CEO Fired – Was Allegedly Stealing from Homeowners Associations
  21. What delayed news of theft by CEO of major property management firm? 
  22. 9th Circuit Voids Hawaii Foreclosure Sale
  23. 9th Circuit Rules on Waikiki Coral Damage Fine
  24. $65,000 to preserve WWII Japanese-American internment sites in Hawaii
  25. Taro task force looking for members
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Monday, March 26, 2012
March 26, 2012 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 452 Views :: Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Prince Kuhio: The bridge from Kingdom to State
  2. Obama to Russia: ‘After My Election I Have More Flexibility’ on Missile Defense
  3. Hirono, Hanabusa Vote Against Tort Reform
  4. US House Report: Funding for Kahuku Windfarm is ‘Junk’, Industrial Solar Failing
  5. Did Hawaii Geothermal Developer Benefit from Illegal Bailout?
  6. On the Money: Abercrombie's RTTT deal with HSTA
  7. Tax credit for renewable energy faces reductions, curtailed caps
  8. Big solar firms said to hog potential HECO megawatts
  9. HECO Feed-In-Tariff (FIT)
  10. Fuddy: Pension Spiking is Written into Union Contracts, Cannot be Outlawed
  11. City called lax in collecting land tax
  12. House Judiciary Ctte Votes to Give $100K to Atheist, $231K to Criminals
  13. 43% of DoE Employees are not Teachers
  14. Hawaii State Salaries 2012: Pay Per Pupil By Complex Area
  15. US Supreme Court declines to hear Pacific Beach Hotel case
  16. Court lets bankrupt owner sell local TV station KIKU

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Monday, March 26, 2012
Letters to the Editor, March, 2012
By Letters to the Editor :: 243 Views :: Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

On the Money: Abercrombie's RTTT deal with HSTA 

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Sunday, March 25, 2012
March 25, 2012 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 674 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Report: Hirono Campaign Funds Enrich Husband's Lawfirm
  2. Lingle Campaign: BoE ordered Furloughs, Not Governor
  3. Lingle Campaign: Superferry Decision Was Major Departure from Precedent
  4. Yellow Light: Caution when you file your State Taxes
  5. Lawsuits, Workers Comp Claims Detail Violence, Retaliation at State DoT
  6. Robotics: Waialua, Baldwin and Island Pacific Academy Crowned Regional Champions
  7. Pentagon Budget Slashes Military Construction 29%
  8. Abercrombie, Greenwood Team Up to Steer $260M in UH Contracts to Bert Kobayashi Inc
  9. Even if Obamacare is Overturned, Abercrombie will Destroy Prepaid in Hawaii
  10. Cayetano: Since when is telling the public the truth a disservice?
  11. Kakaako is THE crony capitalist hot spot — but devil will be in details
  12. DoE Makes Excuses as 12,000 students miss 15 days or more
  13. Professional Protesters Use Months-Long Protests to Swipe Land, Academic Positions
  14. Kenoi, UPW Take over Dragstrip to Rally Dopers to Get Out the Vote
  15. Federal Judge Rejects Hawaii Concealed Carry Suit
  16. ‘Green’ Scammers Employ 2.7 percent of isle workers
  17. State Land Board gives nod to culling of sharks
  18. Criminal with 37 Priors, Out Wandering the Streets, Wanted Again
  19. Liliha revitalization in works after HMC Closure
  20. Kailua Water Main Breaks three times in two weeks
  21. Back to business at Police Commission
  22. KIUC Elects Three to Board
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Saturday, March 24, 2012
March 24, 2012 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 559 Views :: Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Lingle Campaign Launches Fact Check Site
  2. Accountability: DoE Prepares to Fake It as Feds Arrive on Inspection Tour
  3. Hawaii: NRA Instructor Liability Bill Awaits Hearing
  4. Day One: 1,000 high school students battle robots in annual competition
  5. Rail Transit Jobs - Myths and Facts
  6. Senate Committee OKs Insurance Industry Reps On New Board
  7. Abercrombie: I can Guarantee HCDA Continuity on Kakaako for Next Seven Years
  8. Hawaii Lawmakers Revive Vacation Rental Bill
  9. Hawaii Stands to Lose $45 Million in Non-Defense Federal Funds in 2013
  10. Military’s construction budget cuts could be felt in Hawaii
  11. Judge upholds ban on 'pay to play'
  12. Cachola for State House Dist 30
  13. Molokai Wind Developer now called ‘Hawaii Interisland Cable’
  14. Complaints As Hawaiian Teen Prepares to Give Birth
  15. UH Manoa Perfesser Says Porn is Good for You
  16. $100,000 Reward for Screaming Atheist
  17. Four Parks Employees Arrested for Smuggling Meth to Prisoners
  18. Council members: Kenoi must enforce Kawa Bay eviction
  19. ‘Huge projects’ in $558.2M Maui Co budget pitch
  20. Maui's Liquor Commission to lift cap on hostess bars
  21. Electric Car Scammers Enthuse About High Gas Prices
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Friday, March 23, 2012
March 23, 2012 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 412 Views :: Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Hanabusa: I am not a Loan Shark
  2. Case: Hirono Fears Debate, Hides Behind Handlers
  3. FACE: Bumpy Kanahele is Inspiration for State-owned Bank
  4. Race to the Top team to arrive in Hawaii next week
  5. Hawaii Sets up Insurance Exchange to be Exempt from Sunshine laws
  6. Star-Adv: Redo health exchange model
  7. SB755: “Environmental devastation” or minor streamlining? The jury is still out
  8. Borreca: Case Stubborn, Overly Ambitious, Too Conservative
  9. ‘Power Play’ -- Injunction makes Queen's share its radiation facilities
  10. Kakaako: Caraway pushes Green Roofs
  11. Will BLNR Throw Another Roadblock in front of Haleakala Telescope?
  12. Decrepitude: Enviros Fight to Stop First New Waikiki Hotel in 30 years
  13. Old Hawaiians took Two Times More Reef Fish than Modern Fishermen
  14. Hawaii Poised to Become the First State to Adopt a State Microbe
  15. Hoku Solar to Build 7MW Solar Energy Facility on Kaua'i
  16. Potholes have silver lining for contractors
  17. Earthquake Risk? VA must move Hilo, Kahului clinics
  18. For decades, Liberty House served as isle retail's 'fat cats'
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Thursday, March 22, 2012
March 22, 2012 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 576 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Van Jones at Abercrombie State Bank Rally: Obama Opponents ‘Hate Everybody In America’
  2. Socialists Cheer 'Potential Champion' Hirono--Single out her Support for Windfarm Scammers
  3. SB2492: Hearing Looms on Hawaii Dog Ownership Ban
  4. International visitor spending in US hits all-time record of $153 billion
  5. FOCUS Act May Save Fishing Crews from Prison
  6. Rebound Rumble: Robotics Meet to Bring 1000 Competitors to Honolulu
  7. Council Votes to Spend Half Billion on rail
  8. Cayetano: Mayor Cut Police, Fire
  9. Thielen: '‘Gut n Replace’ SB755 Disgraceful
  10. SA: Lets Spend $7416 per Semester per Student to Bring Illegals to UH Manoa
  11. Hold onto your wallets: Bill would bypass competitive bidding for airport concessions
  12. Schatz Emerges as Point Man for Green Energy Scammers
  13. Union OKs Tesoro Hawaii refinery labor contract
  14. Haleakala geothermal energy plan progresses
  15. Children Used to Push State funds for KSBE
  16. Worth Every Penny: 'Extraordinary Costs' In Occupy Honolulu Raids
  17. Two Super PACs Register to Back Cayetano
  18. Cost of Cronin: $1.2M
  19. City Council Bill Will Force Horse Owners Off Ag Land
  20. UH Wants to Build Faculty Housing on Ag Land
  21. Las Vegas reporter Oskar Garcia named as news editor for Hawaii and the Pacific Rim
  22. ‘Corporate Personhood’ drivel Laughed out of Court
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Wednesday, March 21, 2012
March 21, 2012 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 637 Views :: Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics, World News, World Politics
  1. GOP's Lingle May Keep Senate Pro-Choice Next Year
  2. Abercrombie's nervous communist Czar: Cap and Trade, and the cost to Hawaii
  3. Banks, Brokerages to Reap Profits from Kawailoa Wind Project
  4. SA to HSTA, let Members vote on Abercrombie’s Offer
  5. Carlisle: We will Raise Taxes to Build Rail Without Federal Funds
  6. Gabbards get no-bid contract from Dept. of Health
  7. Van Jones joins Abercrombie, Espero and the Gabbards at Rally for State Bank
  8. While OHA Settlement Advances, Bill to Grant Development Rights Maybe Deferred
  9. SB2858: Abercrombie Attacks OIP, Public Records Access
  10. Lacking Illegals, Hawaii Legislators Propose In-Sate Tuition Incentives
  11. Ultimate Christmas Tree Bill Gives $20M to ‘Free’ Clinics
  12. Solar's 80% Plunge Hurts Utilities From Hawaii to Spain
  13. Hee: Churches Must be forced to Conduct Gay Union Ceremonies
  14. House Discusses Giving Atheist $100K payoff
  15. Atheists Demand ‘Islam Day’ Proponent Remove Samoan Church from Building in Housing Project
  16. Lifelong Crook with Fifty Convictions Runs Rampant in 10th Floor of Courthouse until Tackled by Judge
  17. SB2155: NGA Rep Backs Charter School Reforms
  18. Hawaii Senate Passes Travelers 'Bill of Rights' Resolution Aimed at Curbing TSA Abuses
  19. Mosquito revisiting Oahu can spread dengue fever
  20. U.S. Imposes ‘Measured’ tariff on Chinese solar panels
  21. Honolulu Again Pretends to Identify ‘Important Agricultural Lands’
  22. UH Manoa Faculty: No Confidence in Vice Chancellor for Research
  23. Schofield team likely will not be sent again to Afghanistan
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Tuesday, March 20, 2012
March 20, 2012 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1048 Views :: Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Faking it for the Feds, Abercrombie Prepares to Impose Another ‘Last, Best, and Final Offer’ on HSTA
  2. SB755: Poker Bill Gutted and Replaced with Language from 'Dirty Dozen'
  3. Enviros ‘Unequivocally’ Protest Gutting of Environmental Laws, Open Government Laws
  4. Hawaii Superferry Headed for Okinawa
  5. Honolulu Joins National Rally for Religious Freedom
  6. Borreca to Abercrombie: Quit, Fool
  7. Hawaii insurers excluded from health insurance exchange
  8. SB755: “Gut & replace” bill poses broad threat to environmental regulation
  9. SB2785 Big Wind: Still The Same Old Bill With A New Number
  10. Not So Public: Recipients of Hawaii Film Tax Credits Under Wraps
  11. US Chamber Backs Lingle with $249K Vote of Confidence
  12. Usual Crooks, Cronies Join Rep Takumi for Fundraiser
  13. Criminal? Rep. Awana Still Tardy With Election Filings
  14. Gaming Industry Mourns Failure of Internet Gaming in Hawaii, Looks to McKelvey for Salvation
  15. HB2569: Churches Will not be Forced to Perform Gay Unions
  16. ACLU: Abortion Trumps First Amendment
  17. After Decades of Indolence, Water Board Finally Getting Around to Developing Downtown Acreage
  18. SA: Landfill pick will test our ability to Assign Blame While Avoiding Solutions
  19. Lawsuit seeks to stop Kauai smart electric meter installations
  20. ‘We got it done’: Maui Charter panel wraps up
  21. Timing Traffic Lights Cheaper than Rail
  22. Remnants of Washington Mutual Reincorporate in Hawaii
  23. Maritime Surveillance, Fuel Efficiency Top U.S. Pacific Command's Wish List
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Monday, March 19, 2012
March 19, 2012 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 672 Views :: Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Broken promises: The rusting wind turbines of Hawaii
  2. Honolulu Joins National Rally for Religious Freedom
  3. Study: Hawaii Scores 'C' for Corruption
  4. Trans-Pacific Carriers Unlikely to Serve Hawaii and Guam
  5. Honolulu Loses 600 jobs as Road Construction Lags
  6. Feds Hit Rail over 'Lousy Practices of Public Manipulation'
  7. 'October Baby' Showing in Hawaii
  8. Trickle-Down Regulation: Environmental Maze Becomes "Stumbling Block" For The Little Guys
  9. March 22 Deadline: Will Keith-Agaran Hear Human Trafficking Bills?
  10. Windfall: Documentary Nails a Corporate Scam
  11. HRA: Only One Firearms Bill Survives Crossover
  12. Ackerman Exit Boosts Faleomavaega
  13. Romney wins 83% in Puerto Rico Primary, Completes Sweep of Territories
  14. Hawaii Congressional Delegation: How They Voted March 19
  15. Hawaii Small Businesses Burn $20K a month on Electricity
  16. Teachers Rejected Contract because Union didn’t give them Enough Info
  17. Justice Reinvestment: Soft-on-Crime Crowd Attacks Kaneshiro
  18. GOP delegates won in Hawaii: Romney 9, Santorum 5, Paul 3
  19. Nahale’a 12th to Jump off Abercrombie’s Sinking Ship
  20. KSBE Launches Trustee Search
  21. Condo owners being squeezed by foreclosure process
  22. Geothermal test wells planned for Maui
  23. SA: Invest upfront for better roads
  24. Rep. Ward Addresses SB 2655 - Portable Electronics Insurance
  25. Legislature turns away bill on safety rules for zip lines
  26. Lawmaking 101 – Hawaii Style
  27. King of Tonga Dies in Hong Kong
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Sunday, March 18, 2012
March 18, 2012 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 714 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. North Korea vows satellite launch, with rocket that could reach Hawaii
  2. Shots Fired at Cayetano Banners Along Freeway
  3. Yet Another Way to Spend Your Hard-Earned Tax Dollars
  4. Hawaii GOP Announces Vote Totals, Presidential Delegate Allocation
  5. Lava Tube Award: Abercrombie Keeping Public in Dark
  6. UHERO: Abercrombie's CIP Plans Fizzled
  7. Chicago Tribune: Romney's "island strategy" pays off in delegate race
  8. York: Why do islands play key role in GOP race?
  9. Abercrombie Appoints Insurance Execs to Control Your Health Care
  10. Lingle Questions Abercrombie’s Grab for Health Control
  11. Aiming at Pre-Determined Outcome Gay Marriage Plaintiffs hope to Face only Fuddy
  12. Star-Adv Attacks Cayetano for Releasing FTA Emails
  13. ILind: S-A wrong in cheap shot at Cayetano and rail critics
  14. Oshiro on Budget: Spending Billions and Getting Nothing is ‘Prudent’
  15. Gov. Abercrombie’s reversal on Ho’opili development may rebound to Lingle’s political benefit
  16. Ornstein: We never would have launched Go! if we knew….
  17. Hokulia CEO De Fries moving on
  18. Thielen: Short-sighted bills endanger our environment
  19. MECO Pushes Biofuel, Windfarm Scams
  20. Child Molester’s Advocate Pulls Papers for Re-Run At Lost Legislative Seat
  21. Media Flails About Trying to Explain Why Hirono’s Mailer is Different than Mufi’s
  22. Campaign Spending Commission looking into possible “criminal misconduct”
  23. RIMPAC's naval war games will feature high-tech arms
  24. CBO: Exploding debt under Obama policies
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Saturday, March 17, 2012
March 17, 2012 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 745 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics, World News, World Politics
  1. Djou: What I learned in Afghanistan
  2. HART: Cheaper to Build Rail and Tear it Down than to do nothing
  3. Nahale-a Resignation Linked to DHHL Infighting
  4. Since Ecos, Business Both Back Bag Tax, We can Screw Consumers
  5. Waimanalo Gulch advisory panel will recommend one of the choices to the mayor by April 5
  6. Caucus Gives Local GOP Turn in Spotlight
  7. Hawaii Among last States for Solar Bubble to Burst
  8. State To Pay $15.4 Million Legal Settlement
  9. Audit Finds Serious Management Problems At Aloha Stadium
  10. Hilo Real Estate Broker Not Liable for Frogs, Hookers
  11. Newspapers ‘Fastest Shrinking Industry’
  12. North Korea rocket launch plan sparks US threat
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Friday, March 16, 2012
March 16, 2012 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 535 Views :: Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Molokai Cheers as US Senate Kills Windfarm Tax Credit
  2. Hawaii Republican Caucus Count Finalized
  3. GOP caucus breathed new life into isle politics
  4. HHSC to Buy HMC East?
  5. Patient load puts squeeze on Oahu medical centers
  6. Index to recently disclosed rail documents now available
  7. HART: Cheaper to Build Rail Columns and Tear them Down
  8. Rail project still needs permits, OKs
  9. Case Tries to Shake Up Quiet Senate Race
  10. 'Hot' Alexander Emails: Atheists, Civil Beats Search for Months, Find Nothing
  11. New Security Co Takes over at Mayor Wright
  12. Auditor Takes Aim at Swap Meet Vendors
  13. New Trick to Force Waimanalo Gulch Extension: Choose Federal Sites as Only Alternatives
  14. Mold: $31K Study Creates Need for $100K Contract
  15. Charlie Maxwell Dies
  16. North Korea plans to launch long-range rocket
  17. Pool-mageddon avoided — for now
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Thursday, March 15, 2012
March 15, 2012 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 706 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Romney Win in Hawaii Credited to Volunteers' Hard Work
  2. House Republicans Speak up on State Bank, Mortgages, and the General Fund
  3. Marumoto Resolutions Push Workers Comp Reform
  4. Turnout a 'game changer' for isle GOP
  5. Slom: Hawaii Republicans Front and Center
  6. Star-Adv Editors back Study of State Bank
  7. Ceded land measure proceeds without amendment
  8. Queen's hospital celebrates 1st organ transplants
  9. ACLU: "Let the State force Catholics to Provide Abortion Pills"
  10. Geistling teams up with HIPA, attacks Prepaid: Doctors Should Become Employees of Obamacare System
  11. Overcrowded ERs turning ambulances away
  12. Bush-Era Law May Save Hawaii from Offshore Wind Farm Idiocy
  13. Sunetric: You Must Be Our Slave
  14. Case Slams Mazie’s ‘Compare and Decide’
  15. Another Honolulu Liquor Commission Corruption Conviction
  16. Kauai assistant police chiefs also return to work
  17. Landfill selection committee Considers Waimanalo Expansion
  18. Lead, Mold Contaminate Honolulu Hale
  19. Maui Man Considered for Appointment to Agency He Seeks to Abolish
  20. Arrests Turn Up No Trafficking Victims
  21. City impounds property of protesters at Thomas Square
  22. Study: 90% of Young People Not Environmental Whackos
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Wednesday, March 14, 2012
March 14, 2012 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 696 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Slom: "I've Never Seen so Many Hawaii Republicans"
  2. Romney Delighted by Hawaii Caucus Victory
  3. Over 10,000 Voters Turn out for Hawaii Republican Presidential Caucuses
  4. Lingle is Youngest Senate Candidate, Dem Candidates Prepare Hawaii for Invisibility
  5. Lingle won't say who she's backing in Hawaii GOP caucuses
  6. ILind: Legislative Crossover ‘Prime Time for Politics’
  7. Who should govern Hawaii’s first health insurance exchange?
  8. Feds: FTA Should not be Associated with Mufi’s ‘Lousy Practices of Public Manipulation’
  9. Democrat Cayetano Will not be attending GOP Caucuses
  10. KITV: Romney's Son Stumps For Candidate In Hawaii
  11. Senators upbraid officials for overpaying employees
  12. Hawaii Ranks in Bottom Half of States for Spending Transparency
  13. House Committees to Reconsider OHA-Kakaako Bill
  14. Schatz: If We Pay Trask off, We Can Get Geothermal
  15. Taxes: State Vacuums 10% More out of Your Pocket
  16. Kobayashi Proposes Property Tax Increases on Business
  17. Kauai Mayor, chief shake hands
  18. Atheist ‘Pleased’ With $100K State Settlement
  19. Tour Company Uses DLNR Board Position to Attack Competitor
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Tuesday, March 13, 2012
March 13, 2012 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 525 Views :: Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. LINK: March 13 GOP Caucus Voting Locations
  2. Romney Sweeps Pacific: Wins Alaska, Guam, CNMI, heads for Am Samoa, Hawaii
  3. Romney Wins Backing from Ward, Hemmings, Rohlfing, Djou, Saiki
  4. Romney, Paul, Santorum Campaign in Hawaii Monday
  5. Hirono, Hanabusa Vote Against Hydropower, Inouye, Akaka Vote against Keystone
  6. Department of Health Fines Eight Businesses
  7. Unemployment 6.5% in Hawaii
  8. Photos, Reports from Hawaii Republican Caucuses
  9. Slom Backs Santorum, Paul Wins Support of Bar Owners, Romney Announces Hawaii Endorsements
  10. Abercrombie Admin Gives Atheist $100,000 Cash
  11. House Approves Budget Even Larger than Abercrombie’s Proposal
  12. Cayetano: The People of Honolulu “Don’t Like Being Conned”
  13. Abercrombie, Legislators agree: Big Cable to be forced on Lanai, Molokai
  14. After Report of Collusion, Legislators Threaten to Cut School Bus Funding
  15. SA to DoE: Just Ignore ‘60 Minutes’—Avoid Successful Private Online Classes and Keep those Federal Bucks Flowing
  16. Hawaii Jobs: Outlook for Jobs in Education, Government, Military and Tourism
  17. Latest Storm Brings Federal Megabucks
  18. Budget Bill Advances; Doubts Raised About OHA Settlement deal
  19. House Shelves Hawaii Vacation Rental Bill
  20. Reso 12-59: Berg Pushes for Repeal of HART
  21. HPD Arrests only One Pimp Per Year
  22. ‘Unable to make a Fist’ Criminal Sues State, Wins $25K
  23. How Are 'Good Government' Bills Faring at the Ledge?
  24. DRHorton Defends Hoopili Water Usage
  25. Hawaiian reaches tentative agreement with flight attendants” union
  26. Child's Fingers Found In Dumpster
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Monday, March 12, 2012
March 12, 2012 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 812 Views :: Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. LINK: March 13 GOP Caucus Voting Locations
  2. Romney Sweeps Pacific: Wins Alaska, Guam, CNMI, heads for Am Samoa, Hawaii
  3. Romney Wins Backing from Ward, Hemmings, Rohlfing, Djou, Saiki
  4. Romney, Paul, Santorum Campaign in Hawaii Monday
  5. Three GOP Presidential Candidates Dispatch Their Children to Hawaii to Rally Voters Before Tuesday's Caucus
  6. State Republicans to choose favorite Tomorrow
  7. DoTAX: Hawaii Tax Rates Are Now Secret—Low Staffing Blamed
  8. Hirono Refuses To Release Tax Returns
  9. Bag Tax to Create 150 UPW Make-Work Jobs
  10. Mayor: Kauai police chief reinstated after leave
  11. SA: Community input key to developing Kakaako properly
  12. Lingle in HBO ‘Game Change’
  13. Digging Hawaii's Public Pension Fund Out of $8 Billion Hole Will Hurt
  14. Invest in Hawaii: Dem Senators Tout Latest Pork Barrel Project
  15. Obama Admin Cuts Back on Tsunami Warning System—Star-Adv Says No Big Deal
  16. Water Commission Exec Evades Hoopili Questions
  17. Cops, Prostitutes and Pimps: No Arrests on a Saturday in Honolulu
  18. Six DUIs finally Gets 1 Year Jail
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Sunday, March 11, 2012
March 11, 2012 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 590 Views
  1. Romney, Paul, Santorum Campaign in Hawaii Monday
  2. Dempsey Details Fiscal Concerns Facing DoD at Hickam Town Hall
  3. Yes, Houston, Hawaii has a Problem
  4. Rail’s Broken Trust: Randy Roth Speaks
  5. LINK: March 13 Caucus Voting Locations
  6. Abercrombie Wife Behind Cayetano in Mayor’s Race
  7. After Working With Obama to Kill Inouye Earmarks, Abercrombie says Lingle is “A Body Blow to Hawaii”
  8. Danger: Abercrombie predicts productive session
  9. Star-Adv: How to Spend the 12% Increase in Revenue
  10. Schatz Eyes your Electric Bill: Smart Grid is all About Solar, Wind (No mention of Geo, Hydro, Waste to energy)
  11. DoE: Closed School Fills With Desks, 180 Desk Jockeys
  12. Senate’s Answer to Traffic? Get out and Walk
  13. Red tape ties up groups' fishpond restorations
  14. Kiewit, Kobayashi Split Contract on Waipahu Rail Yard
  15. Stronger visitor activity offers hope after Abercrombie Ruins Pro Bowl
  16. Tsunami Great for Business, Money flows to Islands
  17. Hanalei Bridge Reopens
  18. New president 'coming home' to Filipino Community Center
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Saturday, March 10, 2012
March 10, 2012 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 939 Views :: Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Romney Sweeps Pacific: Wins Alaska, Guam, CNMI, heads for Am Samoa, Hawaii
  2. Djou Predicts March 13 Romney Win in Hawaii
  3. Attorney: Discrimination Against 'Non-Residents' is Unconstitutional
  4. Willard Passes Pacific Command’s Reins to Locklear
  5. "Concerning Public Lands" Nine More Executive Orders Suddenly Appear on Abercrombie Website
  6. Abercrombie Signs Unemployment Insurance Bill into Law
  7. Public Invited to Review State Homelessness Strategic Plan
  8. Star-Adv: March 13 Caucuses Focus Welcome Attention on GOP
  9. Civil Beat: Local Democrats Nervous About Hawaii Republican Caucus?
  10. Big Q: Do you plan to participate in the upcoming Hawaii Republican or Democratic caucuses?
  11. Romney reaches out to Hawaii ahead of caucuses
  12. Shapiro: Inevitable that State Bank Will Be Screwed Up
  13. Slom: Projects not as ‘Shovel Ready’ as Claimed, Gambling Not Dead Yet
  14. Soft On Crime: Molester gets ‘Deferred Acceptance’ in Hawaii, Molests two More Girls in California
  15. Pothole Damage Proves Costly For State, City
  16. Guam PDN: Give noncontiguous territories exemption on U.S.-build requirement
  17. Guam PDN: Territorial Legislature ties Jones Act to USMC Buildup
  18. Well Known North Dakota Columnist Rips Off Memminger’s Humor Columns
  19. Thank Sen. Gabbard for New Plastic and Paper Bag "Fee"
  20. Ka Pua Initiative Hosts Waianae Coast Community Education Forums
  21. Saint-to-be was a hero in her own right to Hansen's disease patients, an expert says
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Friday, March 09, 2012
March 9, 2012 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 832 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Campaigning in Hawaii: Liz Santorum, Ronnie Paul, Matt Romney
  2. Feel Safer? Abercrombie Blocks Seed-Laden 'Lorax' Markers
  3. 1,358 Turn Out for Hawaii Democratic Caucuses, 42 Reject Obama
  4. Moore: Reapportionment Disenfranchises Too Many Voters
  5. Marks: Reapportioned Dissidents’ State Lawsuit Will Fail
  6. SB2571: Gays Grab for Other People’s Children
  7. Are Honolulu Rail Backers' New Radio Ads Accurate?
  8. Abercrombie, Mitsunaga, OHA Sharpen Knives to Cut up Kakaako
  9. Mitsunaga Again: Abercrombie campaign worker seated on development authority
  10. Larry Mehau Associate Draws Council Lines, then Announces Campaign for Seat
  11. No new taxes? OK, we'll just tack on some new fees
  12. Hundreds of Retiring Public Workers "Spiked" Their Pension Benefits
  13. Insurers push docs toward performance-based pay
  14. Horner Optimistic that Hawaii Will not lose Race to the Top Dollars as HSTA Submits Latest Offer
  15. State to Take Galbraith Estate as part of Hoopili Deal
  16. New Rules for Non-Hawaii Owned Vacation Rentals Advancing In Legislature
  17. NFL Pro Bowl generated $25.3M impact for Hawaii
  18. State GOP to Re-Vote National Committeeman Position
  19. HuffPo: Hawaii Lacks Windmills because of Christians
  20. Star-Adv: Let Iran Get Nukes or You’re a Warmonger
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Thursday, March 08, 2012
March 8, 2012 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 760 Views :: Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Djou goes from Washington to Afghanistan vetting suspected Taliban
  2. Rothenberg: Lingle Faces Tough Fight for Senate
  3. Week of March 13: Ron Paul Launches Hawaii TV Ad Campaign
  4. House Passes 286 Bills--Ward Hits 'High Risk Financial Decisions'
  5. Senate Passes 372 Bills
  6. Hawaii Republicans and presidential candidates prepping for state's first caucus March 13
  7. Chamber Spends $236K on Lingle Ads
  8. Civil Beat Poll - Cayetano Tops 50% In Honolulu Mayor's Race
  9. Mitsunaga Daughter Oversees Kakaako Redevelopment
  10. Is Sewer Plan ‘On Track’?
  11. Star-Adv Editors Back Unconstitutional Redistricting Plan Which Excludes 108,000 Military
  12. Hawaii Diverts Millions In Tobacco Settlement Funds
  13. Former Hawaii Planned Parenthood Director Arrested, Charged in Maryland
  14. Electric bills up in March on all islands
  15. DoE Still Trying to Worm Out of 180 Day Law
  16. A bill aimed at preventing disruptive behavior at the Legislature heads to Hawaii Senate
  17. Building full of Crooks and 64 Police Cameras Don’t Work
  18. Trial begins for Occupy protesters caught in park after hours
  19. Civil Beat Loses Two Top Reporters
  20. Hatch Act Reform Bill Introduced
  21. When Not Playing Slots, Nevada Welfare Bums Spend Taxpayer Handouts in Hawaii, Guam
  22. 'Dirty 8' Erode Three Decades Of Landmark Environmental Law
  23. Child abuse study gives kupuna a voice
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Wednesday, March 07, 2012
March 7, 2012 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 715 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Lingle Campaign: Hirono Rhetoric Embarrassing Hawaii
  2. Super Tuesday: Romney Wins 6, Santorum 3, Gingrich 1
  3. HB2227 Fake Hawaii Birth Certificate: Allows Male to Claim Female Without Surgery
  4. Hawaii lawsuit shows civil unions help redefine marriage
  5. Trustees See Dollar Signs as Kakaako Settlement Passes Senate
  6. Emergency Repairs to Kuhio Hwy, Hanalei School Flooded
  7. New voting districts retain incumbent pairings
  8. 350 Ward: Prominent Local Lawyer Controls Building Full of Massage Parlors
  9. Prosecutor: Do proper groundwork before bringing prisoners back to isles
  10. Civil Beat Poll - 44% of Honolulu Voters Perceive Bias in Rail Coverage
  11. Less Pressure for Tax Hikes: Council on Revenues increases growth forecast to 12%
  12. Linda Lingle, Hawaii GOP Senate Candidate, Comes Out Against Blunt Amendment
  13. Rush Listeners Complain to KPUA
  14. Hawaii Republicans ‘Excited’ About March 13 Caucuses
  15. Hawaii Democrats to Hold Presidential Poll
  16. Put time limit on short-term hires
  17. Governor, union leaders, to Control State Bank ‘Green’
  18. DOE must upgrade thinking and implement laptop plan
  19. MD: Death with dignity bill goes against medical ethics
  20. Dopers Want Medicated Marijuana for ‘Pain’
  21. House Passes "Official Microbe" Bill
  22. HGEA announces endorsement of Mufi Hannemann for U.S. House of Representatives, District 2
  23. Hearing scheduled on Hawaii employee overpayment
  24. DoE Hires Private Investigator to Look into Waipahu Molestation Charges
  25. Hawaii Air National Guard to cut personnel numbers
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Tuesday, March 06, 2012
March 6, 2012 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 661 Views :: Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Video: Anti-Rail Thugs Plan Disruption of Meeting
  2. Applicants Wanted for Ethics and Campaign Spending Commissions
  3. China's Military Rising
  4. Local GOP voters prepare for first-ever caucuses
  5. Borreca: It will be a miracle if next Hawaii election isn't a mess
  6. SA Looks at Crossover Bills
  7. SA: Don't rush into tech spending
  8. POLL: Lacking Support, Can Rail Backers Turn The Tide?
  9. Sen English votes for Lanai, Molokai Cable, Bill Crosses Over
  10. Washington Place Reserved for Top Gov Donor's Family
  11. Dela Cruz Holds a $500 Per Head Fundraiser
  12. Waipahu student describes alleged assaults by teacher
  13. Only HECO and regulators are permitted to know the comparative costs of different types of energy
  14. Plastic Bag Ban: Politicians Gone Wild
  15. Hawaii soldiers will train Afghan forces
  16. Proposal to cut U.S. nuclear weapons by 80 percent is asking for trouble
  17. Escape Across China: Wife of WW2 POW to Speak at Maui TEA Party Meeting March 8
  18. Shift of UH fisheries program to Hilo worries Manoa faculty
  19. Rep. Gil Riviere speaks with artist Bill Braden
  20. Cato Institute and Koch in rift over independence
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Monday, March 05, 2012
March 5, 2012 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 790 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Conference: Abercrombie Admin Renews Push to Impose Medical Homes
  2. Hawaii Credit Unions: State Bank ‘Enormous Risk’ to General Fund
  3. Race to The Bank: HSTA Gets 36.9% Raise, Threatens Suit to Block Accountability
  4. Hawaii Industrial Jobs Up 0.5%
  5. HB2121: End State Solar Tax Credits for State-Funded Projects
  6. Homeless tent cities: Seattle’s decade-long nightmare coming to Honolulu?
  7. Hawaii Congressional Delegation: How They Voted March 5
  8. SB2267: $100M in Bonds for Al Hee’s Sandwich Isles Communications Scam Company
  9. Complete List of Bills Up for Third Reading Friday
  10. LWV: 8% of State Population Extracted –We need Reapportionment Reality Check
  11. 89-day pacts let retirees return to city, state jobs
  12. Too Busy with RTTT, DoE Skips NCLB Waiver Application
  13. Public access TV officials object to laptop funding source
  14. While the world changes, Civil Defense still stuck in Cold-War 1950s
  15. CENSORSHIP: KPUA Hilo Drops Rush Limbaugh From Air
  16. State Launches Audit of Student Transportation Program
  17. Why is my electric bill so high?
  18. Is Avoided Cost to blame for high electric rates?
  19. Imiloa Panics – Earmarks are 50% of Revenue
  20. HB2859 Fails: No Union for Grad Students
  21. Hoopili Symbolizes Direction of Oahu's Future
  22. New drivers license requirements go into effect Monday
  23. Three Occupy Oakland protesters charged with hate crimes
  24. White House to Congress Dems: Expect no money
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Sunday, March 04, 2012
March 4, 2012 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 684 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Yearning for a Way to Collect Tax on Out-of-State Vendors
  2. Secret Federal Report Reveals Half-Billion Dollar Annual Shortfall: 19% of Honolulu General Fund to Subsidize Rail Operations
  3. Hawaii Credit Union League: State Bank is Extremely Dangerous, Puts Taxpayer Money at Enormous Risk
  4. Clayton Hee Has Conference Ctte Plan to make OHA Settlement not be Final
  5. No Money for CIP: Abercrombie Admin Kills Airport Cargo Building
  6. Building slump cuts lending by isle banks
  7. Shakedown: DoE Officials Threaten to Cut GED Programs Unless Legislators Fork over More Money to Failing System
  8. SB2594: Lawyers Renew Push for Homeless Tent Cities
  9. Democrats to caucus Wednesday
  10. Star-Adv Hits Rail over Seat Secrecy
  11. WSJ: E-Cigarettes Draw Fire From Legislatures
  12. As House Burns, Man Vents Anger at Hawaii County Planning Department
  13. Seniors face unique issues caring for grandkids
  14. Marshallese making a new life in Spokane
  15. Star-Advertiser carefully sidesteps Five-0 star’s drug addiction
  16. Kailua Begins Fireworks Fundraising Push
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Saturday, March 03, 2012
March 3, 2012 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 785 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. VIDEO: Cayetano to 'Go Rail Go' Protesters: Use Facts Not Force
  2. Djou Home From Afghanistan
  3. ILind: Secret Whistleblower Settlement Violates OIP Rulings
  4. Attack on Community TV: Does $50K+ job with Oceanic Time Warner create conflict of interest for Tokioka?
  5. Anti-Superferry Protesters Leave State Holding $63M Debt
  6. Green energy means higher rent for seniors
  7. OHA to Build 200’ Rental Towers at Kakaako
  8. Senate tries to give Koloa Camp tenants stay of eviction
  9. Star-Adv: Don’t Give Teacher’s $500 Raise Disguised as Tax Credit
  10. HB466: Lets Make Workers Comp Even more Fraud-Friendly
  11. 20 for the Next 20: People to Watch 2012
  12. Concerns raised over new election boundary maps
  13. UH strikes technology commercialization agreement with Pono Corp
  14. ‘Illegal’: City Bureaucrats Order Volunteers to Remove Park Improvements
  15. SB2422: Massive Tax Increase on Loose Tobacco
  16. Billions for Green Energy Scammers, But Obama Cut Tsunami Warning Buoys
  17. BankOH’s O’Neill to Take Helm of Citibank
  18. After Blocking Fee-Simple Sales, Ignorant Socialists Stuck With Biofool Scammer as Top Bidder for Hamakua Ag Land
  19. Hokulia Bypass: Hawaii County Accepts $20M in Land at Bankrupt Hokulia Project
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Friday, March 02, 2012
March 2, 2012 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 942 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Pro-Family Lawyers Move to take Defense of Marriage out of Abercrombie's Hands
  2. VIDEO: PBS Insights Features Hawaii Republican Caucus
  3. Hawaii Christian Coalition Encourages Turnout for March 13 Caucuses
  4. John Carroll Endorses Ron Paul
  5. Wallbuilders -- Hawaii: Exercise Your Right to Vote
  6. Maui Friends of the NRA to Host Meeting
  7. Kona Kampachi Successful Harvest in Federal Waters off Hawaii
  8. Berg: Anti-Rail Meeting Hits a Nerve
  9. Lingle Backs Bipartisan Medicaid Reform Plan
  10. HSTA’s Okabe: We Put Furloughs on Instructional Days to Hold Parents Accountable
  11. Key Arguments: Democrat Borreca Spins Snowe Retirement against Lingle
  12. Hike in jobless insurance tax put off 1 year
  13. If Dissident Map is Rejected, Elections Office Prepared to begin Accepting Nomination Papers
  14. Rep Rida Cabanilla Fails to Report Income on Ethics Disclosure Forms
  15. Civil Beat still Struggling to Substantiate Atheist Claims
  16. Rail is Only Improvement Project in Carlisle Budget
  17. Grabauskas OK'd As Rail Chief Despite Soft Spot For Toru Hamayasu
  18. HMSA, Kaiser improve bottom lines
  19. 9th Circuit Gives DoE Big Victory over Disabled Girl
  20. State Auditing Student Transportation Office
  21. DLNR Fires Whistleblower
  22. Wife of Kauai police chief defends him before Council
  23. Murderer Gets New Trial in Molestation of 12-yr old
  24. W. Oahu to get large VA clinic
  25. Can we handle 8 million visitors a year?
  26. Hawaii County Mayor Billy Kenoi proposes $365M budget
  27. KIUC Announces Big New Industrial Solar Project
  28. VIDEO: Biofuel crops destined for Hamakua land leases?
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Thursday, March 01, 2012
March 1, 2012 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 857 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Lingle Salutes Retiring Sen Olympia Snowe
  2. State Bank to Fund Green Energy Scammers, Toxic Mortgages
  3. Hawaii State Bank: The Hee-Haw Bill
  4. Vote redistricting delayed over House dissidents’ allegations
  5. Solomon, Roehrig Celebrate Exclusion of 108,000 Military personnel, students
  6. Maui Republican Party Convention, March 3
  7. Not A Single School Complies with Instructional Hours Law
  8. Grabauskas Nomination Belies Carlisle's Commitment to ‘Transparency’
  9. Chin: Carlisle Was Not Notified of Debt Increase Letter
  10. Hawaii Ranks 47th in Economic Growth
  11. Will Legislature Authorize Union for 1300 More Gov’t Employees
  12. Bill Lifts Development Restrictions On Office of Hawaiian Affairs Settlement Land
  13. Pele Defense Fund is Back: Drug Dealers and Socialists Protest Against Geothermal in Hilo
  14. Bag Ban Passes Honolulu Council Committee
  15. Science, Technology Teaching Dies in House, Senate Committees
  16. HPD officer charged in alleged overtime pay scam granted deferral
  17. Hanabusa to be Assistant Whip
  18. Census data track Marshallese population in Ark.
  19. Guam, NMI Consider Reunification
  20. HECO Wants to Delay ‘Big Wind’ RFP
  21. Chu, Wind Scammers, Bio Fool Developers to get more Big Handouts as Utility Bills Soar
  22. Americans Elect Qualifies for Hawaii Ballot
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Wednesday, February 29, 2012
February 29, 2012 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 836 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Trashing Tricare: Obama to cut healthcare benefits for active duty and retired US military
  2. Romney Sweeps Michigan, Arizona
  3. HB2874: House Finance Votes to Freeze Community TV Funds
  4. Mission Houses Archive puts 19th Century Hawaii Journals, Newspapers Online
  5. Union: Build Rail or You Will Die
  6. HGEA Scores $5M and more to come as First ‘Favored Nation’ Payoffs Go To Union
  7. Slom: Lawsuits Still Possible over Reapportionment
  8. Legislators Consider Creating Gaming Commission
  9. Finance Ctte Defers Bill Exempting Gov’t Projects from Enviro Review
  10. Charter School Reform: Crooks, Cronies, Social Climbers all gather around for today’s vote
  11. A Plan to Return Hawaii's Mainland Inmates
  12. Carlisle Speech Outlines Campaign Message
  13. ‘Organic’ Food should be labeled for E Coli, Rat Lungworm
  14. Geothermal: OHA Cronies Present Cash Demands
  15. Stolen Valor: ‘Vote Vets’ is Actually Front Group for Sierra Club
  16. Cayetano, Waihee, Hee Line Up Against Hoopili
  17. Non-Hawaii Owners of Vacation Rentals in Uproar
  18. Senate committee approves resolution to sell Kauai land to tenants
  19. Hawaii nonprofits want caps on tax deductions repealed
  20. SA: Give Tax Credits to Billionaire Movie Moguls
  21. Committees Pass Measures to Change Regents Selection
  22. Bargaining Begins Feb. 29 for 18,000 CWA Members at AT&T West
  23. Joanne Georgi Running for KIUC Board
  24. Bynum, 40 others Face Misdemeanor Ag Zoning Violations
  25. Kaua‘i County will approve 252 TAU certificates over next 5 years
  26. Isle parks generate $122M
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Tuesday, February 28, 2012
February 28, 2012 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 697 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Revised 2012 Reapportionment Plans Posted Online
  2. Hawaii: NRA Instructor Liability Bill Granted Hearing
  3. National GOP race sparks interest in Hawaii March 13 caucus
  4. Ed Case: I’m No Conservative
  5. New Honolulu Rail Chief Was Late, Over Budget on His Biggest Project
  6. Hawaii Pacific Health Exec: Low Reimbursement, Lack of LTC Beds Behind HMC Crisis
  7. Tax Credit Fight: Hawaii Solar Energy Leader Voted Out
  8. SB2111: Legislators Debate How to Give Millions of Dollars to Hollywood Moguls
  9. Legislator: HI Tech Tax Credit Scammers Only Want Things, $1B in Tax Credits Could Have Gone to Affordable Housing
  10. Hawaii House Democrats Consider Establishing a State Bank
  11. Gambling gets another lease on life
  12. House Finance to Hear Bills Exempting Government Projects from EIS, SMA
  13. One in Eight Spikes Pension
  14. House Finance to Discuss EUTF Fixes
  15. Bank of Abercrombie on Wednesday Agenda
  16. After Burning Treasury, Obama Proposes Cuts to Tsunami Warning System
  17. City Cuts Horse Ranchers out of Ag Tax Rates
  18. Haleakala Findings Released
  19. Insurance Exec now Claims to have ‘Discovered’ that Assisted Suicide is Legal in Georgia
  20. Smart meter installation rolls out
  21. Military readies to open Tropic Care Kauai
  22. Nine Weapons Confiscated from Marijuana Church
  23. Faleomavaega’s Sister to Run for Governor of Am Samoa
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Monday, February 27, 2012
February 27, 2012 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 737 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Alternatives to Rail: Cato Institute, Local Leaders Speak Out
  2. Is the IRS Attempting to Intimidate Hawaii TEA Parties?
  3. SB2226: $25M Internet Tax
  4. 10-cents-per-bag Tax: Greens, Big Business, Big Government team up to Rip Off Consumers
  5. Ban Would Favor Clayton Hee's Irish Opihi Monopoly
  6. Gallup: Hawaii #1 in Health, Wellbeing
  7. Study: Hawaii Tops Country for Highest Number of Services Taxed
  8. Hanabusa’s answer to High Gas Prices: Give More Money to Biofool Scammers
  9. Assisted Suicide Activist Claims Death Prescriptions Are Already Being Written In Hawaii
  10. Vote on Hawaii's Redrawn Reapportionment Maps Set for Monday, But Many Unhappy with New Boundaries
  11. Dozens of retired public workers get Secret Pensions over $100,000/year
  12. HB2253: Legislators to Boost Disability Parking Fees?
  13. SB2422: Boosts Tobacco Tax 70%
  14. $150K Contract to Analyze Hawaii Tax System
  15. Ledge: Let’s Study Gambling
  16. AP: Hawaii GOP Caucuses Testing Advisory
  17. The Rise of Intermarriage: Rates, Characteristics Vary by Race and Gender
  18. Prayer Should Open Legislative Sessions
  19. Honolulu Named one of 100 top Communities for Young People
  20. Green Police Nail Photographer for taking Pictures of Sharks Eating Whale
  21. Kauai: Does Chief Report to Mayor or Police Commission?
  22. SB2304: Reforms Police Identification Line-Ups
  23. Senators to Discuss How to Let Lots of Criminals Out of Prison
  24. Honolulu-Based Coast Guard Relies on 42-year Old Cutters
  25. Gay Marine's homecoming kiss in Hawaii shared on Facebook
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Sunday, February 26, 2012
February 26, 2012 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 866 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Secret Tax Breaks Fund Hawaii Film Production
  2. Windfall of Tax Revenue to be Had Without Tax Increase
  3. DBEDT Energy Update Projects 537MW of Industrial Wind
  4. HB2874: DoE Laptop Bill Will Freeze Public Access TV Funding
  5. Case, Hirono toe line: Lingle is the Anti-Rail Senate Choice
  6. Pensions: 14 Legislators Double Dipping—Abercrombie is Triple Dipping
  7. Exclusion of Military May Not Withstand Federal Constitutional Scrutiny
  8. David Chang: Key to material progress is making sure we have equality of opportunity
  9. Star-Adv: Abercrombie Lacked ‘Courage’ on Gay Marriage in 2010 Campaign
  10. Gay Agenda: Bill Could Classify Workplace Bullying As Safety Violation
  11. Ex-T boss poised to land Hawaii gig
  12. Honolulu Rail CEO Pick Comes With Track Record That Raises Concerns
  13. Aila: Bag Tax Needed to ‘Save our Water’
  14. Former Insurance Exec Continues to Claim Assisted Suicide Legal in Hawaii
  15. Carlisle's speech was another day in the same old brown shoes
  16. KIUC forums address community
  17. Volunteers Do the Work UPW Will Not, 150 Public Housing Units made Ready for Occupancy
  18. Abercrombie approves EIS for new Kona courthouse
  19. E-W Center: US territories suffering due to debt crisis
  20. Three Years of Hawaii Monitor Now Online
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Saturday, February 25, 2012
February 25, 2012 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 805 Views :: Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. SB212 to be Heard Monday: Would End Discrimination Against Military
  2. Ron Paul’s son, Ronnie, to campaign for dad in Hawaii
  3. Proposed HART Chief Leaves Trail of Political Discord
  4. Triple Albatross: HSTA endorses Hirono, Hanabusa, and Hannemann
  5. Secret Rail Debt: Council wants answers over waived budget rules
  6. $8B plus $15B = State Debt to Retirees
  7. Usual Crooks, Cronies Show Up for Hanabusa Campaign HQ Opener
  8. HSTA Going to Court to Overturn Laupahoehoe Charter School
  9. Toll roads a possibility for Oahu transportation future
  10. Mainland Lobbyist Backs Public Bank
  11. 2nd Marine found not guilty in hazing trial
  12. Hawaii Hot Spot for Human Trafficking
  13. OHA Cronies seek to line pockets, bring geothermal power to state
  14. Forged Female Convicted of Further Forgery
  15. Hummer defaced by racial slur near school raises alarm
  16. Enviro Assaults Turtle Photographer
  17. Ex-Palma employees accused of abuse
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Friday, February 24, 2012
February 24, 2012 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1427 Views :: Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Washington Times Reporter heads to Hawaii for March 13 Presidential Caucus
  2. Transportation Bill With Honolulu Rail Funds Postponed
  3. Full Text: State of the City Address
  4. Caldwell: ‘I will Work Harder to be Transparent and Honest’
  5. 'Descendants' based on Case Family Grab for Grove Farm
  6. HB2193: State Bank to be Controlled by Abercrombie, Insured by Taxpayer
  7. VIDEO: Ilya Shapiro (Cato Institute), In Hawaii Speaking About Obamacare Supreme Court Cases
  8. Book Review: Callies, Regulating Paradise (2d ed. 2010)
  9. "Nonresident" Property Owners Must Employ Property Managers For TVRs?
  10. Rail: Hidden Debt Ceiling Exposed
  11. City asks judge to dismiss rail suit
  12. WSJ: Honolulu Hopeful Has No-Track Mind
  13. Carlisle, Abercrombie demand Taxpayers Pick Up Wife’s Travel Tab
  14. Kokua Line Features Hawaii Republican Caucuses
  15. Hawaii tops Nation: DoE is #1 in Drug Availability
  16. HI hotels’ gross pre-tax profits total $928.2M
  17. Abercrombie has trouble adjusting
  18. DHHL Only Assigning 150 leases a Year
  19. Legislation takes aim at human trafficking
  20. Fake Drivers Licenses: Admitted Fraudster Still on Honolulu City Payroll
  21. Sexting: ACLU Court Victory helping to Legalize Kiddie Porn
  22. Geothermal Possibilities Explored at Ulupalakua
  23. Law Students to Debate Hawaiian Recognition
  24. Rep. Ward Discusses the UH Library & Information Science Program
  25. Former Waimea principal will return to Hawaii Prep Academy
  26. Update: OHA Salary Commission’s Final Report
  27. Growth, Big growth Projected for Hawaii Tourism
  28. Bill Calls For 5-Year Moratorium On Opihi Picking
  29. Wanted: Ethics, Campaign Spending Commissioners
  30. Mainland Gang Member Indicted in Isle Drug Case
  31. EA Required to land a Helicopter
  32. Sears Will Close Ala Moana Store
  33. Honolulu Police Department, Hawaiian Airlines now hiring
  34. James Kimo Campbell, activist and college trustee, dies at 65
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Thursday, February 23, 2012
February 23, 2012 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 944 Views :: Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Abercrombie: I will not defend Marriage
  2. Kauai Chief Perry Victim of Retaliation by Corrupt Mayor?
  3. Hawaii: NRA Instructor Liability Bill Needs Your Immediate Help
  4. Thielen Criticizes HB2417 Limits Solar Tax Credit to One Per Property
  5. House Democratic Dissidents Consider State Reapportionment Lawsuit
  6. Hawaii Lawmakers Again Aiming to Tax E-Commerce Sales
  7. Same sex marriage likely heading back into legislature
  8. Deadline For Reapportionment Approaching
  9. Civil Engineer Debunks Civil Beat ‘Fact Check’
  10. Coffee: Counting The Ways Obama Hurts U.S.
  11. Hawaii lawmakers take five-day recess
  12. Abercrombie Heads to DC to Beg for RTTT
  13. Hawaii tourism spending should be up 6.4% in 2012
  14. SA: Privatization plan can help tenants
  15. ‘Clear and Convincing Evidence’ that Sovereignty Activists were Scamming Dorcy
  16. SB2221: Kiddie Porn to become Type B Felony?
  17. Abercrombie’s Latest Water Commission Nominees Don’t Quiet Uproar
  18. Police chief spends Wednesday at work, but controversy continues
  19. Kauai Police Shooting While Chief Kept from job by Mayor
  20. Biotech Reduces Pesticide Use
  21. Pregnant F-M Trans is Ego Tripper Bent on Being Famous at Children’s Expense
  22. Bill allowing dogs in restaurants alive in House
  23. Local newspapers face another likely competitor for lucrative legal notices
  24. Smart Meters on Kauai Are a Public Health Hazard
  25. Hawaii AG: Marley Sons Raise Money for Fake Charities
  26. Head of anti-slavery alliance to speak
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Wednesday, February 22, 2012
February 22, 2012 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 974 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Kapolei Tesoro Refinery Workers Reject Labor Contract
  2. Rail: The Biggest Wager in Hawaii’s History
  3. Kauai Police Chief says he's going back to work without Support of Mayor
  4. Solomon Supporters Demand that Inouye be Drawn out of District
  5. $500M construction package passed by state Senate
  6. Star-Adv: Don't sidestep rules for jobs
  7. Bag Tax Back from Dead?
  8. Inouye's support could mean little for candidates
  9. Rail Suit: New Delaying Tactic From City
  10. Act 221 Scammers to Ratepayers: Pay Us More, Get Used to It
  11. BoE Approves Teacher Evaluation Negotiating Position
  12. Oahu at risk—little ER capacity if disaster strikes
  13. Civil Beat Greets Djou With Bogus already Debunked Questions about Campaigning in Uniform
  14. Another Pro-Abortion Group Backs Hirono
  15. Returning military members allege job discrimination — by federal government
  16. Kenoi’s campaign sponsors have plenty to gain
  17. Honolulu Officials Reviewed ORI’s Financial Records
  18. Fired head of state's largest charter school under scrutiny for spending
  19. Mainland Solar Installers Rake in $212M
  20. Armed forces will vet hydrogen-fueled SUVs on Oahu
  21. Convicted Pimp Sentenced To 40-Years In Prison
  22. New York Welfare Spent in Hawaii
  23. For First Time, Most Hawaii Moms Under 30 Are Unmarried
  24. Hawaii Most favorable State, California Worst
  25. Hawaii looks at banning bear gallbladder imports
  26. HB2228: Requires Employers with 20+ Employees to Set Up Breastfeeding Room
  27. HPU To Take over Aloha Tower Marketplace?
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Wednesday, February 22, 2012
Letters to the Editor February, 2012
By Letters to the Editor :: 1226 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics
  • House Bill 1707: “We will be forced to sell”
  • RTTT: The Chicago Way?
  • HELCO Blames Solar Users for Latest Rate Hike
  • Kauai Chief Perry Victim of Retaliation by Corrupt Mayor?
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Tuesday, February 21, 2012
February 21, 2012 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1207 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Charles Djou on his way home from Afghanistan
  2. Hawaii Congressional Delegation: How They Voted Feb 21
  3. Legislators: Abercrombie Unstable, Rambling
  4. Cayetano: Inouye ‘Irresponsible’, ‘Gambling with Public Money’
  5. No Action to Stop Massive Unemployment Tax Hike
  6. Inouye: Federal Judge David Ezra To Retire In June
  7. 4000 Okinawa Marines Heading for Hawaii
  8. OHA ‘Settlement’ Talks Leave Homeless Shelter in Limbo
  9. H-Power Recycles Plastics into Electricity for 28,000 Homes
  10. Pono Chong killed ‘Feeeel Good’ Bag Ban Bill
  11. Hawaii State Salaries 2012: Hawaii Health Systems Corp.
  12. HSTA Blocks 180 day law so DoE is Going to Redefine ’instructional time’ to fake it
  13. Abercrombie Pushes Hard to Fake Accountability, Snag $75M from RTTT
  14. Waimea principal's dismissal still unexplained
  15. SA: Kick Principals out of HGEA
  16. HART and UH, More Secrecy
  17. Former police officer admits to ID theft and forgery
  18. Fair share system under scrutiny
  19. Organic Huckster Hypes GMO Labeling
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Monday, February 20, 2012
February 20, 2012 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 729 Views :: Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. In Hawaii, it’s 1984 all over again
  2. Ten Tax Increases on the Move in Legislature
  3. ECONOMY Survey -- The Economist and Hawaii Results
  4. Hawaii Homeschoolers Speak up Against Mandatory Kindergarten
  5. Bag Tax is a Business Deal between State, Stores, Enviros
  6. HB1511: More High Tech Tax Credits for the Act 221 Scammers
  7. Obama’s War on Inouye Earmarks ‘Not A Deathblow, but….”
  8. Former Member of Charter School Panel Speaks out
  9. Felony Child Abuse is Now Politically Correct: Sex-change treatment for kids
  10. HB2742 Would Exempt County Councils from Sunshine Law
  11. A Creeping Attempt To Shut Down Hawaii Court Records
  12. Not So Public: Auditor Stonewalled On Prison Job
  13. Governor's Emails Auto-Deleted After 60 Days
  14. Independent Expenditures Tough to Track in Hawaii Elections
  15. KIUC: Industrial Solar gets go-ahead, but homeowners denied
  16. Pearlridge to give away Free Electricity to Electric Car Drivers
  17. Omidyar Money Buys Five Local Nonprofits
  18. Hawaii: 8 years to rebuild a Boat Ramp
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Sunday, February 19, 2012
February 19, 2012 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1109 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Wishing We Didn't Have to Pay the Piper
  2. Abercrombie Picks Insurers to Control Hawaii Health Insurance Exchange, Hospitals to get Boot
  3. Law aimed at bullying in schools poses threat to freedom of speech
  4. DoE Looks Other Way as Alleged Child Molesters Run Rampant
  5. HB2527: Star-Adv Complains that BoE won’t have Ability to Fake Teacher Accountability
  6. Tax Collections Running 2.6% lower than CoR Projections
  7. Construction of Honolulu's rail project will begin next month
  8. A Falling Out Amongst Thieves: Wind Scammers take aim at Solar Scammers and Biofool Scammers
  9. Kenoi Pushes for Geothermal
  10. Kauai Crackpots Obstruct Hydro, Babble about RF Radiation
  11. To help Hirono, Marian Higa Tells Us that Anti-Superferry Scumbags were Right
  12. Hirono a Show About Nothing
  13. Ho'opili opponents gear up offensive
  14. Kyo-ya Hotels' Waikiki plan deserves support
  15. House adds floor sessions to video archive
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Saturday, February 18, 2012
February 18, 2012 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1265 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. HSTA Agrees to Longer Days, 20% Raise
  2. Alternatives to Rail: Cato Institute, Local Leaders Speak Out
  3. Abercrombie Appoints Transsexual Activist to Civil Rights Commission
  4. JSC Names 11 Candidates for Honolulu District Court
  5. Reapportionment Public Comment Meeting Wednesday
  6. Marumoto Cheers Passage of ATV Safety Bill
  7. Hawaii: NRA Instructor Liability Bill Advances
  8. ‘Green’ Energy Scammers Push Hawaii Inflation rate to 4%
  9. Bag Tax 'accidentally' Killed by House — Senate Bill Still Alive
  10. Mother Marianne's Sainthood Date Set Oct 21
  11. Past controversies hound 2 charter school panel picks
  12. "Barack Obama requests $250M for Honolulu's rail project"?
  13. Air Australia's grounding a blow to tourism
  14. Officer hits pedestrian in road, cited for DUI and negligent injury
  15. Progressive Blogger Cheered by GOP Dispute
  16. Rep. Pine's Town Hall Meeting - Hawaii Medical Center Closure
  17. Rep Bob Herkes to Run for Senate
  18. Campaign signs irk some over early start, but law is on candidates' side
  19. City Steps Closer To Finding Buyer For 12 Affordable Housing Projects
  20. Hoku reaches agreement with Idaho Power Co.
  21. U.S. focus on the Pacific could avert military cuts in Hawaii
  22. Hawaii welcomes sailors returning from tough deployment
  23. Dalai Lama to visit Oahu in April
  24. Law would protect driver's license data
  25. CN: 9th Circuit Seems to See Thru Title IX Claims
  26. Nevada Approves Regulations For Self-Driving Cars
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Friday, February 17, 2012
February 17, 2012 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1152 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Senate Health Committee Shelves Beverage Tax
  2. HFF: Good News HB2788 Waikiki Casino Deferred
  3. House Republican Caucus: For the Record
  4. Abercrombie Appoints Heather Giugni to the State House
  5. Insurance Institute: HB2358 Would Weaken State Building Code
  6. EUTF, Mortgage Fraud, and Toll Roads -- House Republicans Speak Out
  7. Study: Lower income workers do not appear to rely on transit
  8. 9th Circuit Hears Sides On Sea Turtle Rule
  9. House panel rejects measure to end state 'pension spiking'
  10. BoE Votes Tuesday on Changes to Teacher Tenure, Accountability
  11. OHA Promises to stop shaking down Hospitals and Affordable Housing Projects in Exchange for Kakaako Settlement
  12. Anonymous Finalists for rail mass-transit’s top job Secretly arrive for interviews
  13. Legislation to Create Another Government Employees Union?
  14. KSBE, Schatz, Morita to Join in Groundbreaking for Mafia Wind Project
  15. More Windmills Coming, But Not All Island Residents Approve
  16. Plastic Bag Tax: Retailers, Enviros Bicker Over Loot
  17. Queens Still Trying to bar Cancer Center Doctors
  18. Cayetano Decides to Dump Civil Beat from Media List
  19. VIDEO: Waimea rallies around departed middle school principal
  20. Inouye Wants to Revive Interisland Ferry
  21. Hanabusa Fails in Effort to Direct More American Money to OPEC
  22. Residential rents up 13 percent in past 2 years
  23. Hawaii PV installers brace for tariff
  24. Death Penalty Sought In Arizona Prison Murder of Hawaii Inmate
  25. Disturbing Complaint Against Private Prison
  26. Killing renews calls for abuse interventions
  27. Dopers Take Cannabis Claims to 9th Circuit
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Thursday, February 16, 2012
February 16, 2012 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1146 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Rep Pine: Reapportionment Lawsuit Says Military Personnel Don't Matter
  2. IBHS Applauds Defeat of Hawaii Legislation to Abolish State Building Code Council
  3. Voters Angry over Reapportionment Plan
  4. 106,000 Residents Disenfranchised to Satisfy Malama Solomon
  5. House and Senate close to Legalizing Bribery of members of advisory boards and task forces
  6. Star-Adv: We Don’t Know Where Big Cable is Going, But get Started With It Anyway
  7. Democrats Fail to Find Supporters of Soda Tax
  8. Hirono is a Creature of the Hated House of Reps
  9. Kulani Prison to Be Transformed into Resort for ‘Healing’ Prisoners
  10. HCDA Gives Secret Raise to Exec Director
  11. Coffman, McKelvey Support Bill to Gut Environmental Protections
  12. City needs to give more substance, not PR, to rail
  13. Feds Approve More Delays in Hawaii RTTT
  14. Will DoE Begin Earlier Brainwashing Efforts?
  15. Dope Doctor Appeals to Abercrombie’s ‘Integrity as a Politician’
  16. $487B in Defense cuts would take 2 cruisers from Pearl Harbor
  17. City resumes tagging property in public areas
  18. Sugar is Josh Green’s Latest Excuse to Raise Taxes
  19. Burial removals draw protesters to church
  20. Multi-Billion Dollar Estate Lays off 13 After Inouye Fails to Come Thru with Earmark
  21. Hawaii GOP Still Wrangling over National Committeeman
  22. January foreclosures reach 6-month high
  23. Cannibal Monk Seal Murders Two, Wounds 11
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Wednesday, February 15, 2012
February 15, 2012 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 881 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. HB2103 Should Hawaii Borrow $3.2B to create Bank of Abercrombie?
  2. Thielen: HB1893 "Demolishes Environmental Law"
  3. Puerto Rico = Hawaii? Another Island Eyes Natural Gas as Substitute for Oil
  4. Schatz Working on Obama Library
  5. Hawaii: Important NRA Instructor Liability Bill to be Heard
  6. Honolulu Prosecutor Sharply Criticizes HOPE Probation Program
  7. Abercrombie Secretly Appoints Young Bros President to Water Board
  8. New Reapportionment Maps Set Up Face-offs on Big Island, Oahu
  9. FTA: Feds Won’t Pay for Rail Without ‘Strong Local Partner’
  10. Djou 52% Favorable in poll larded with Democrats, Obama Supporters
  11. CD2 Hannemann leads by big margin
  12. Honolulu Prosecutor Sharply Criticizes HOPE Probation Program
  13. Hawaii is only State where Charter School Employees are State Employees
  14. Parents Deserve Answers After Firing of Waimea Charter School Principal
  15. As Kakaako Deal Comes up, Donovan DelaCruz Suddenly Hosts Fundraiser
  16. ELEVATOR CONSTRUCTORS LOCAL 126 ENDORSES CASE FOR SENATE
  17. Heide & Cook plans acquisition by Alaska Native Company in bankruptcy filing
  18. Newspapers Keep $1 Million Legal Ad Revenue For Another Year
  19. Stop Mitch Kahle Bill to Be Heard by House Ctte
  20. Family Of Murdered Inmate Sues State, Private Prison
  21. 170,000 to get bank refunds
  22. Applicants Sought for Lawyers' Fund for Client Protection Board
  23. Representative Cynthia Thielen - I love Kailua Town Party 2012
  24. Federal funds flow to clean-energy firms with Obama administration ties
  25. Hunters Speak Up Against DLNR
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Tuesday, February 14, 2012
February 14, 2012 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 584 Views :: Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Hawaii Congressional Delegation: How They Voted February 13
  2. UH: Most Financial Records Recoverable After Fire
  3. Hawaiian Airlines First to Receive Carbon Credits
  4. Hawaiian is Nation's #1 On-Time Airline for 8th Straight Year
  5. GE Tax: 'Low' rate belied by Broad Base
  6. Senate Committee Drops Plan to Impose Tobacco Tax on Tobacco Substitute
  7. Even With 69% Obama support, Star-Adv Can only find 39% Approval of Abercrombie
  8. Cayetano Promises Focus on Oahu's Budget, Infrastructure Needs
  9. Cayetano Run could Boost Case’s Chances in Primary
  10. Obama’s D.O.A. Budget has $250M for Rail
  11. One in 12 Oahu commuters take the bus to work, study says
  12. Lingle Speaks up for Legal Reform, Against SLAPP Suits
  13. Lingle on Furlough Fridays: Shouldn’t Have Trusted BOE
  14. ‘Most favored nation’ HGEA Grabs for 60-40 on Health Insurance
  15. Star-Adv, Abercrombie Ignore ‘Tutu and Me’
  16. Sex Assault Case Raises Questions About DOE's Protection of Students
  17. Progressives Frantic over UHPA Endorsement of Ed Case
  18. HB2788 Waikiki Casino Tabled
  19. Radcliffe, Brower: Gambling Opponents are ‘Theocrats’ Trying to Impose Religious Law
  20. Council will take up measure requiring retailers to use only biodegradable bags
  21. Attack on Free Speech: Cyberbullying Bill to Regulate Internet Comments?
  22. HB2396: Legislators to Outlaw Shell Collecting?
  23. Hawaii Agency Wants $123,000 To Review Records
  24. Representative Gene Ward Addresses H.B. No. 1699, - Meals
  25. Representative George Fontaine supports Move Over Bill H.B. No. 2030 - Traffic Safety;
  26. Maui Council to Get 4-year Terms
  27. Ex-State Harbors Official Charged With Theft, Forgery
  28. Rapist Could've Got 40 Years, Gets Probation
  29. Hawaii and East Carolina: Together at Last
  30. Navy Wave-Powered Buoy Produces 400 Watts
  31. Obama eyes more gay rights in Military
  32. Pentagon May Oust Troops Involuntarily to Meet Reductions in Budget Plan
  33. Hawaii Reporter Celebrates 10th Anniversary
  34. Interview with Jamie Story
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Monday, February 13, 2012
February 13, 2012 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 940 Views :: Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. SB3019: Soda Tax to be Heard Today
  2. Gallup: Hawaii #1 State for Gov't Jobs
  3. Childless Women Make Hawaii Democratic?
  4. HSTA to Return To Bargaining Table
  5. Am Samoa: Faleomavaega Tries to Create New Citizens to Win Election
  6. Supreme Court Decision Clarifies Line Between Discipline and Abuse
  7. Star-Adv Lards Poll With 69% Obamabots and Finds Hirono Ahead
  8. VIDEO HNN Interview With Linda Lingle
  9. Poll: Cayetano 44%, Carlisle 35%, Caldwell 16%
  10. Just How Deep Will Honolulu Rail's Debt Be?
  11. Calvin Say Speakership Cost $53K
  12. CN: Mysterious Abercrombie Executive Orders Tied to OHA Kakaako Settlement
  13. Senate Committee expected to OK OHA settlement today
  14. SA: Time to spike spiking practice
  15. Woman Hospitalized After Assault, Kidnapping At Kuhio Park Terrace
  16. 17,000 Students Could Be Without School Buses Next Year
  17. $63M for free Laptops
  18. UH Loses Financial, Payroll records in Fire
  19. Marines under fire—Congressional pressure led to an unnecessary court martial
  20. Maui Profitable Nonprofit Soaks Up Grants, Can’t Account for Money
  21. Some teachers and students at Big Island charter school plan a boycott
  22. Ruling on Kawaiaha'o iwi appealed
  23. Kahikolu Congregational Church celebrates its 190th Anniversary
  24. If Mr. Ah Fook and the Maui Revolutionaries Did Not Exist, There Would Be No Modern China
  25. UH Porn Site for Sale
  26. Whitney Houston's Kona Marijuana Bust
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Sunday, February 12, 2012
February 12, 2012 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 694 Views :: Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Will to Set Priorities for Tax Dollars Absent
  2. UHPA: Case shows “ability to draw connections”
  3. Romney Wins Maine Caucuses, Paul Second
  4. Lay Off the US-Build Requirement!
  5. Star-Adv Poll: Rail Opposed 53% to 43%
  6. National Democrats ‘Raise Eyebrows’ by Backing Hirono
  7. UHPA Endorses Case, Hannemann
  8. DLNR: “Impacts” Are Excuse for Latest Fee Increase
  9. Star-Adv Praises ‘Hawaii Solution’
  10. Occupy Whines About Bill 54
  11. Bone marrow drive inspired former anchor's donation
  12. Lawmakers push to mandate insurance coverage for autism
  13. High court clarifies discipline defense
  14. Child maltreatment exacts huge cost
  15. Principal's exit linked with charter schools
  16. Documentary on Internment in Hawaii to be Shown Today
  17. Suicide Tourism? Hemlock Society to Visit Three Hawaiian Islands
  18. Dopers Upset by Requirement that they See only One Doctor per Prescription
  19. Pepper Spray Is A Nonlethal Weapon Worth Having
  20. Haleiwa land might be auctioned
  21. Disaster aid drifts in with vog
  22. Mayor Carlisle to promote Honolulu in Philippines
  23. Japanese Whalers Send Maui Man Swimming
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Saturday, February 11, 2012
February 11, 2012 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1024 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. HB2788 Waikiki Casino to be Heard Monday
  2. Hirono Attacks the US Chamber of Commerce
  3. Guam should join Hawaii, Alaska and Puerto Rico for Jones Act reform
  4. Thielen, Rivere: The Real Green Legislators
  5. Rep Marumoto's ATV Safety Proposals to be Heard Monday
  6. Diabetes Bill Moves Forward Through Health Committee
  7. ‘Unrepentant Liberal’ Abercrombie Promises to Raise Taxes, Give Money to other Liberals
  8. Key Abercrombie Insider Behind Effort to Legalize Bribery
  9. UH economists paint bleak picture of Hawaii’s recovery
  10. Saint Francis Healthcare System asking lawmakers for $80 million in special purpose revenue bonds
  11. State to Take Over HMC East?
  12. Price Controls Create Shortage of drug Which threatens isle cancer patients
  13. Sovereignty Activists Claim Big Score in $90M Estate Settlement
  14. Backpedaling! Hawaiian Electric says no rate increase for solar lost revenue
  15. Abercrombie pushes for bill establishing undersea cable framework
  16. Hoku loses $10.6 million as it seeks more loans for plant
  17. Problems cast shadows of doubt on solar project
  18. Isle child abuse report rate twice statewide rate
  19. DoE Did Not Report Statutory Rape to Police, Keeps the Accused Supervising Alleged Victim
  20. Former Private School Principal Increases Charter School Performance, then Suddenly Vanishes Without Explanation
  21. UH Can’t Stand Competition from Porn Site
  22. Council Chair Floats Plastic Bag Ban for Honolulu
  23. Lack of Riots Means City, state came in under budget on APEC spending
  24. Hawaii's Pro and Anti Legalized Gambling Forces Step Up Lobbying Efforts
  25. Lawmakers to probe salary overpayments revealed by Hawaii News Now
  26. Alexander hired at IHS
  27. Development around rail stations gets stuck in park
  28. Jerry Chang Pushes to Weaken Hurricane Shelter
  29. Larry Mehau Associate Draws Council District then Announces Campaign
  30. 4,700 Marines to Guam confirmed
  31. Maui Marine ‘happy to be home’
  32. Hawaii Has Lowest Home Ownership Rate in Nation
  33. DHHL to develop Mauna Kea
  34. Prisoner Gets Pig to Bite, Scores $25K from State
  35. Fate of many tip lawsuits still in limbo
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Friday, February 10, 2012
February 10, 2012 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 795 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. DoE Contractor Touts 'Remarkable Growth' at Nanakuli Elementary School
  2. Abercrombie Makes Third Error on Hurricane Fund
  3. Hawaii to Receive $71M from Mortgage Settlement
  4. Hawaii: Anti-Gun Bill Deferred by Senate Committee
  5. Legislators think Act 221 Scammers are Mentally Ill
  6. Abercrombie Bows to pressure, Abandons Plan to retaliate against Champley
  7. Big Cable Shifts Focus to Geothermal, Big Island
  8. HELCO Gains Decoupling Approval
  9. Lee: Mazie’s Lack of Substance Speaks for Itself
  10. Melanie Bailey: Does a School Field Trip Count as Instructional Time in Hawaii?
  11. Union Members Push $500M in CIP
  12. HGEA: Nine Mandated Sick Days Would Apply to Us As Well
  13. Off-Duty Narcotics Officer Robbed of Gun, Badge, Handcuffs at Hostess Bar
  14. Mayor told to repay wife's trip costs
  15. Bag Tax to Fund DLNR Make Work Program
  16. Future of sandalwood trees gets attention at Legislature
  17. Accountability? DoE to Demand Waiver from NCLB
  18. Leaders Split on Lawmaker Disclosure Deadline
  19. Hawaii Tax Review Commission Seeks Extension
  20. Representative Barbara Marumoto Discusses Quarantine of the Brown Tree Snake
  21. The 89-Day Plan: How Retirees Collect Full Pensions Plus New State Salaries
  22. Gay-Atheist Activists in Abercrombie Administration Targeted Alexander
  23. UH student paper prints "how to" guide to sexual positions
  24. Marine sergeant not guilty in hazing case
  25. Representative Barbara Marumoto Support Adult and Community Education Funding
  26. Supreme Court Denies Challenge to Honolulu Council Redistricting Plan
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Thursday, February 09, 2012
February 9, 2012 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 731 Views :: Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. VIDEO: US Chamber of Commerce Backs Lingle for Senate
  2. Legislature to Impose 70% Tax on Tobacco Substitute?
  3. Catholic Bishops Rep: Obama Mandate 'Hawaii Compromise' Maybe Worse
  4. Prediction Wrong: Electric rates down—not up
  5. Aina Koa Pono Up to Its Eyeballs in Retaliation Against Champley
  6. Hawaiian Electric Industries earns $138.2M in 2011, up 22%
  7. HB2689: Shake-Down Operators Split over How to Extort Money from Geothermal Development
  8. Senate Committee Advances Anti-Spiking Bill
  9. Matsumoto: We must deal quickly with underfunded retiree health fund liability
  10. Honolulu Council Budget Chair Questions Rail Department on Cost, Reasons, for Radio Blitz
  11. Fighting to Stop Honolulu's Proposed Rail Debacle
  12. DoE: Accused Child Molester Supervises His Victim During Trial
  13. Working at School Could Be Solution for DoE’s 180-day law
  14. Inside Hawaii's Juvenile Detention Home
  15. SA: Cybercrime Legislation Raises Free Speech, Privacy Issues
  16. Rep. Ward Addresses Internet Sales Tax HB1634
  17. House Defers OHA-Kakaako Bill, Will Follow Senate’s Lead
  18. Clayton Hee Pushes for Creation of Another Hawaiian Studies Center at UH Manoa
  19. HB2703: State to Mandate Agricultural Production Double?
  20. Time with Kymberly Pine - Chef Edward Kenney - Hawaii's Local Farmers
  21. Fine could rise for texting while driving
  22. Occupy Protesters try to Beat Rap
  23. Ex-police officer found guilty of sex assault is a fugitive in Morocco
  24. Porn site prompts UH to ask for tougher computer crime law
  25. Sexting could become a crime
  26. Hawaii Should Publish Government Legal Notices On the Internet
  27. Hazing trial of Kaneohe Marine so far fails to make points necessary to convict
  28. Global Cooling: Himalayas have Lost no Ice in 10 years
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Wednesday, February 08, 2012
February 8, 2012 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 968 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Rick Santorum Wins Three States -- CO, MO, MN
  2. Hawaii Catholic Conference: Obama Admin Threatens Religious Liberty
  3. Advisory Council Gives Abercrombie 12 Nominees for UH Regents
  4. Kamehameha Schools Jumps in With Act 221 Scammers
  5. Without FTA Rail Approval City Would Have Faced $9M monthly Cost Overruns
  6. California same-sex marriage ruling Gives Abercrombie Even More Excuses to Present Weak Defense against gay Marriage Suit
  7. Religious Freedom: Obama Admin May Adopt Hawaii Model as State Legislature Considers Discarding it
  8. Healthcare industry interested in reviving closed hospital facilities
  9. Representative Kymberly Pine comments on HB 1953
  10. Sick of Work? Legislature Considers Ordering Businesses to Give Everybody 9 Annual Paid Days Off
  11. Redistricting Plan May be Ready Feb 23
  12. Hawaii Lawmakers, Abercrombie Aim to Dilute Gift Rules — Again
  13. Kauai Mayor Testifies Before Closed Meeting of Police Commission
  14. Hanabusa, Hirono, Akaka Travel Log Published
  15. Hawaii Law Allows Students to Work in Schools
  16. Accountability for DoE Principals: Eight Years of Empty Talk
  17. School Bus Watch: Ed Board Establishes Action Group to Examine Costs
  18. Hundreds pay respects to fallen police officer
  19. Hawaii Land Development Corp Still Controversial
  20. Okinawa Marines going to Guam, Australia, Hawaii and Philippines
  21. Hazing trial is attributed to influence of politician
  22. $3M Emergency Appropriation for APEC Security Expenses
  23. State Proposes Absurd Tax on Electronic Cigarettes
  24. Pretending to act, Lawmakers consider Less rigorous inspections of zip lines
  25. Star-Adv Gives Space to Another Socialist UH Prof.
  26. Hawaii’s Really Scary Development Bind
  27. Penn State Child Molestation Perjurer Helped NCAA Dump Oahu Bowl
  28. Desperate Hawaii Democrats try to Make Issue of Michigan Advert
  29. Rep. Hirono Introduces Bill to Direct Feasibility Study of Ka'u Coast Designation as National Park System Unit
  30. Roseanne for Pres: A chicken in every bucket, a pie in every face
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Tuesday, February 07, 2012
February 7, 2012 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 865 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. After Carlisle Raids Sewer Funds, Feds Green light Limited Rail Construction – Rail Opponents Will NOT seek Injunction
  2. Cayetano on Rail: Inouye Doesn’t See the 800lb Gorilla in the Room
  3. Hawaii Congressional Delegation: How They Voted February 6, 2012
  4. HB2240: 50% Tax Credit for HQ Relocation to Hawaii
  5. Hoku Dodges a $50M Bullet
  6. Genetically-Modified Papaya Hits Shelves in Japan
  7. Akaku Claims Partial Victory over HB2652 cut to Public Access TV
  8. Abercrombie, Lawyers Scheme to Help Hawaii Lesbians Create gay marriage
  9. Kobayashi: Local Taxpayers Could be Stuck With the Rail Bill
  10. Solomon: OHA’s Kakaako Parcel Should be Exempt from All Land Use Regulations
  11. Case Rings Alarm Bells in Fight with Hirono over Who will Raise Taxes More
  12. With HMC Closed, 911 call could mean the difference between life and death
  13. State overpaid employees by more than $2 million
  14. Lobbyist: Retirees Weighing Down the Public Sector
  15. Gambling opponents take argument to capitol
  16. Dep. Sheriff to be Stationed at Mayor Wright 24/7/365
  17. Hawaii Lawmakers Push to Reform Gov Regent Picks
  18. Campaign spending lawsuit in judge's hands
  19. Inouye: I want the names and address of Any Who Dare Oppose Me
  20. UH threatens porn web site with legal action for using its name
  21. 9th Circuit to come to UH Manoa, Hear Longline Case
  22. Omidyar Wows White House Staffers with talk of Higher Electric Bills, Fuel Prices and Taxes—and a Legion of Brainwashed Dolts to Impose them
  23. Herkes bill seeks to give counties leeway in building codes
  24. Advocates Come Forward for Hawaiian Language Assessment
  25. Self-Help: Low Income Families Achieving Homeownership With Sweat Equity
  26. Difference Between Hawaii's Rail and Weather Forecasters
  27. Monsanto hasn’t paid him: Ritte Fights for GMO Labeling Legislation
  28. Trial for Six Occupy Honolulu Members Arrested in November Set for Wednesday February 8
  29. KIUC board candidate forums begin next week
  30. Florida ‘pill mill’ owner, family arrested on Kauai
  31. Ocean thermal energy conversion plant proposed
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Monday, February 06, 2012
February 6, 2012 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 877 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Case vs Hirono: Both Voted for Higher Taxes and War in Iraq
  2. Heritage Foundation holds First-Ever Event in Hawaii
  3. Kauai Chief Perry Victim of Retaliation by Corrupt Mayor?
  4. Hanabusa, Djou Each Start 2012 With $300K In Bank
  5. Hawaii in Afghanistan
  6. Legislators Still trying to Legalize Small Bribes
  7. Profs Like Cayetano On Rail, But Not Ready To 'Forgive and Forget'?
  8. Sewer Capacity Concerns Lead City to Oppose Bill promoting development near rail
  9. Solar Installations Lead to First of Many HECO Rate Hike Proposals
  10. Hanabusa Backs Navy Plan to Move Pearl Harbor Shipyard Work to San Diego
  11. Legislators Seek to Set Limits on Parental Discipline
  12. Cataluna: Disrespect Bill is very Un-Hip Hop
  13. Feb. 6 — At The Ledge
  14. Star-Adv Gives Progressives Space to Promote Old Worn Out Ideas
  15. Cancer: Federal Injunction Blocks Queen’s Grab for Oncology Monopoly
  16. Kauai Mayor appears to have overstepped legal authority in suspending police chief
  17. On Molokai, uneasy truce over yacht’s visits holding
  18. Identity Theft: Ticket Nightmare Exposes Gap in System
  19. Scrapped plan for marina draws criticism
  20. Star-Adv: Don't raise cost of recreation
  21. Waikiki Casino Advocates: An Unlikely Coincidence or In Cahoots?
  22. EBT Cards get 2 for 1 deal at Kauai Farmers markets
  23. Photos from Hilo March for Life
  24. Tax increase: Kona Coffee Association Wants State to Take over Borer Eradication
  25. Waikiki: Maoist Trash Defend Iranian Nukes
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Sunday, February 05, 2012
February 5, 2012 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 907 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Nevada: Romney 43%, Gingrich 25%
  2. FTC Complaint: HECO Stifling Geothermal to Boost Rates, Profits
  3. University of Hawaii May Fund Planned Parenthood Abortion Biz
  4. Whipsawed by New Fees and Charges: Taxpayers Beware
  5. OHA Holding Another Round of Ceded Lands Settlement Meetings
  6. After Letting HMC Die, Organ Transplant Bill Signed into Law
  7. Maui TEA Party: How to Unite Hawaii's 'Conservative Coalition'
  8. DoE Seeks Non-profit Sponsors for Summer School Lunch Program
  9. HB2652: Cuts Funding for Public Access Cable TV
  10. Abercrombie Releases $13 Million for Agriculture, Water Irrigation Projects
  11. Drought: Hawaii County Designated Disaster Area
  12. Case to Hirono: I Voted to Raise Taxes Too!
  13. Redistricting snafu gives more edge to incumbents
  14. Bob Jones: Why Young People Don’t Invest in Hawaii Democrats
  15. Report: 2013 Pro Bowl likely headed for New Orleans
  16. Poll Shows 42-Point Lead For Hannemann
  17. Poll - Hawaii Voters Lack Confidence in Department of Education
  18. Hawaii Could Lose Race to the Top Funding
  19. SB2012: State Projects to Allow Favoritism, Shoddy Construction
  20. Cayetano and UHPA: From F-You to Stop Rail?
  21. Pedophiles: Legislators Renew Push to Loot Catholic Church, Exempt State
  22. Queens Will Lose $8M providing Organ Transplant over Next Five Years
  23. Star-Adv Cheers as Usual Suspects Try to Get Doctors to Kill Off Expensive Old People, Handicapped
  24. Senators Push Single-Payer State Government LTC Insurance
  25. Hawaii Officials Looting Taxpayers to Build First Hawaiian Bank Equity
  26. Poll: 80% Concerned About State Pension Debt
  27. Obama Debt Exceeds GDP for First time Since WW2
  28. 91% Glad Occupy is Being Evicted from Thomas Square
  29. Aloha Stadium to Help Fund UH Athletic Program?
  30. Hawaii and Korea Enter Smart Grid Development Agreement
  31. Web Dossier Bill Stalled in Hawaii Legislature
  32. Baker Refuses to Hear Kona Coffee Farmers Bill
  33. Proposed legislation could ease paperwork for Farmers
  34. Hawaii County Contracts 134% Higher Cost
  35. Joel Osteen in Hawaii
  36. U.S. Marine commander inquires about alternative base transfer sites
  37. Army Unlikely to See Reductions in Pacific
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Saturday, February 04, 2012
February 4, 2012 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 938 Views :: Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Santorum Registers for March 13 Hawaii GOP Caucuses
  2. Will HHSC Set Up Abortion Clinic on Kauai?
  3. Fordham Rips Hawaii Science Standards: “The Ignorance on Display is Shameful”
  4. Civil Beat Vanishes from Internet
  5. Transcript: Maine PUC Rips Hawaii's Largest Windfarm Developer
  6. Hawaii: First Anti-Gun Bill Out of the 2012 Legislative Chute
  7. Abercrombie Retaliates against Champley for BioFuel Rejection
  8. Hirono Votes Against Congressional Pay Freeze
  9. Inouye to Go Another Year Without Earmarks
  10. Hawaii Lawmakers reaching again for that giant cookie jar
  11. Star-Adv: Kauai secrecy unreasonable
  12. Items from protesters sweep fill city storage site
  13. Print Newspapers Fight Electronic Legal Ads
  14. Trying to Drive That First Spike: Rail Radio Blitz Costs Oahu Taxpayers $145,000
  15. Housing Department Treats Americans Like Prisoners in Own Homes
  16. Hawaii PUC Rejects Utilities' Residential Solar On Bill Financing Program
  17. Dan Akaka Explains how he Became a Millionaire
  18. Hirono: Too Difficult for Gov’t Employees to Join Union
  19. Representative Ward Rebuts Issues Concerning A State-Owned Bank
  20. Bill affecting hundreds of Hawaii's organ transplant patients to be signed into law
  21. Hawaii campaign contributions case back in federal court on Monday
  22. Aloha Stadium to Help Fund UH Athletic Program?
  23. Sotomayor: "We're moving and advancing the law into the unknown"
  24. Kamehameha Schools and Alexander & Baldwin Announce Agreement for Residential Condominium at Former CompUSA Site
  25. Opposed by Matson: OK for Kyo-ya project remains elusive
  26. Judge soundly rejects Ga. birther claims
  27. Marshall Islands President visits Hawaii
  28. More Cities Consider Parades for Iraq War Vets
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Friday, February 03, 2012
February 3, 2012 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 802 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

 

  1. New Lingle Advert -- Bipartisanship: It's in Hawaii's Best Interest
  2. Note: Civil Beat was Offline this Morning
  3. Cayetano advocates reassigning rail tax revenue to buses, sewers
  4. Geothermal, Public Works, Rail Development to be Exempted from All Land Use Regulations?
  5. Honolulu Prosecutor Still Has Problems With Prisoner Plan
  6. Dog-n-Pony Show: Star-Adv Takes Side on Tenure
  7. The Bank Where Legends Lead
  8. HECO to Businesses: Accept Intermittent Outages, Pay Less
  9. Legislators Pushes to Legalize Bribes over $25
  10. Kondo Challenges Task Force Member’s Paid Lobbying
  11. House Vice Speaker Manahan announces bid for City Council
  12. After One Month, Abercrombie-Appointed Rep Resigns
  13. Occupy Removes Tents, Thomas Sq Park is Cleansed
  14. Kauai mayor tight-lipped on reasons for upheaval at KPD
  15. Kill the Bill: Crowd Swarms Council Hearing, but Hawaii Council Passes New Building Code
  16. Kenoi raises $144,000 in six months
  17. Representative Gene Ward Addresses HB1840 - State Owned Bank
  18. Rep. Riviere and Marumoto address HB 2018 - Mortgages
  19. Rosanne Barr Announces Presidential Campaign
  20. HECO to Businesses: Accept Intermittent Outages, Pay Less
  21. Outlook dim for filling isle industrial vacancies
  22. Executive director of the Hawaii State Bar Association Supports Organ Transplant
  23. Next Hype: San Francisco Academic Demands Sugar be Regulated as a Toxin
  24. Woman wins $9,867 in small-claims suit over Honda hybrid mileage
  25. DLNR, FEMA COSPONSOR FREE NATIONAL FLOOD INSURANCE WORKSHOP STATEWIDE

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Thursday, February 02, 2012
February 2, 2012 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 741 Views :: Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. VIDEO: Hirono Blames Bush, Claims Case and Lingle are Bush
  2. Politico: Hawaii Senate Race ‘Could Offer Biggest Surprise’
  3. Full Text: Judiciary Testifies on 21 Bills
  4. HB2318: Support Veteran-Owned Businesses
  5. Epic Ohana Foster Care Expands to East Hawaii Island
  6. State Launches Internet Speed Test Site
  7. Abercrombie Appoints New DAGS Comptroller
  8. Obama Popularity Drop Boosts Lingle’s Chances
  9. HSTA Attacks Proposed Revisions in Charter School Law
  10. Legislature Seeks Changes in Law to Fake teacher Accountability Requirements of RTTT
  11. Star-Adv: First Cost Overrun Shows HART Needs Work on Transparency
  12. Gambling bills given little chance
  13. Accused Hawaii Jihadi in terror trial wants statement made to FBI dismissed
  14. Hawaii operation swells Tesoro's quarterly loss
  15. Abandoning Guam Plan? DoD Responds to Kyodo News Report
  16. Marshall Islands' President to Discuss Compact Impact Issues in Hawaii
  17. House Ctte Approves $500 “Backdoor pay raise’ for Teachers
  18. Mufi $500K, Tulsi $317K
  19. Hawaii House and Senate Hopefuls Can’t File for Office Yet
  20. Now that Abercrombie is Governor, Ledge Suddenly reverses-- Wants Gov To Directly Appoint University of Hawaii Regents
  21. City Councilman Berg: “I am concerned for my safety….”
  22. Kauai police chief placed on leave during investigation
  23. Honolulu Police chief's performance rated well by commission
  24. Self-Defense: Prosecutor explains choice to drop cases
  25. Accused ... Multiple Rapist from NY Busted after Signing up for Welfare in Hawaii
  26. Occupy Honolulu protestors told to move their stuff
  27. State spending $319,000 on freeway planters
  28. Steve Forbes in Hawaii
  29. Hawaiian to hire flight attendants for expansion
  30. Retired federal workers wait for system fix
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Wednesday, February 01, 2012
February 1, 2012 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 722 Views :: Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Gallup: Obama Approval Plummets in Hawaii, Down to 56.1%
  2. Ed Case: Dear Mazie, Lets Set Up Debates Excluding Lingle
  3. 'School Quality Survey' seeks parent’s feedback
  4. Registration Begins for 2012-2013 Kindergarten and Junior K in February
  5. UPDATE: Snake Bill Now HB1943
  6. POLITICO: Ron Paul Expects to be a Top Finisher in Hawaii
  7. Carlisle Loots Sewer Project Funds to Bolster Rail Finances
  8. Only One Bidder For New $33.4 Million Honolulu Rail Contract
  9. Kaneshiro: SB2776 is About Releasing Prisoners
  10. Poll - Hawaii Voters Don't Want Gambling, Single Casino
  11. Islanders pay 80% more per kilowatt-hour than a decade ago, a report finds
  12. SB2785 Would Saddle Ratepayers, taxpayers for Billion Dollar Cable
  13. 24 hour notice issued to "Occupy Honolulu" at Thomas Square
  14. Okinawa Marines may Relocate to Hawaii, not Guam
  15. Fidell: Why Were HMC Hospitals Allowed to fail?
  16. Okabe Pretends to Fight for tenure, Legislators Pretend to Challenge it
  17. Fundraising Totals Reported
  18. Ewa Beach Man Sues To Stop New City Council Districts
  19. Relatives of fallen Honolulu officers testify in favor of 'move over' bill
  20. Amid Progress, Sick Leave Abuse Plagues Hawaii Juvenile Detention Home
  21. Bill sets limits on physical discipline of minors
  22. Condo Associations Push Legislation to Allow Individual Metering
  23. HB2065: Farmers Beat Back Bureaucracy
  24. Legislature Considers More Bureaucracy for Pet Stores
  25. Kalihi tenants urged to work together after fatal stabbing
  26. The Case for Justice for Micronesians in Hawaii
  27. Carlisle spent 2 months on official travel in 2011
  28. City Council considers metered parking rate increases at Oahu parks
  29. Two assistant chiefs of police placed on leave
  30. Dispute over Election of Hawaii GOP National Committee Man
  31. US forces give the nod to biofuels
  32. Dopers Thrilled by Upcoming Visit by Pro-Dope Cop
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Tuesday, January 31, 2012
January 31, 2012 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 806 Views :: Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Heritage Foundation to Tour Honolulu, Laie, Kona, Hilo Jan 31-Feb 2
  2. ALEC: Hawaii Ranks C+ in Education Reform
  3. “Concerning Public Lands” 14 Executive Orders Suddenly Appear on Abercrombie Website
  4. HTA: Visitor Industry Showed Strong Growth in 2011
  5. Honolulu Habitat for Humanity Hosting Informational Meetings
  6. Soros May Benefit From White House’s Natural Gas Proposal
  7. Molokai Resident: Our community have been battered by the same folks shoving their agendas
  8. Snake Bill: Hearing Wednesday
  9. Abercrombie Appoints Barbara Yamashita as DHS Deputy Director
  10. Testimony Tracking System: Abercrombie Personally Reviewing All State Agency Legislative Testimony
  11. Poll: Hirono 46, Lingle 39
  12. Hirono Campaign Blasts Civil Beat Poll
  13. HGEA blasts Carlisle, Cayetano
  14. RTTT: UHPA Lawyer Outlines Case Against HSTA
  15. Tenure: Legislators Just Yanking HSTA’s Chain
  16. Police Report Shows UH Perfesser had Lame Story after 2007 Prostitution Bust
  17. UH West Oahu chancellor sidestepped required financial disclosure
  18. Shippers seeking exemption from Jones Act requirement
  19. Model for Hawaii? Nevada Casinos Lose $14B, owe $51B in debt
  20. Price of Discrimination: House, Senate Candidates Unable To File On Opening Day
  21. Council Candidates Outraise Carlisle, Caldwell
  22. Hawaii GOP's Wish List At The Ledge
  23. A Bill to Stop Mitch Kahle?
  24. Convicted Cocaine Dealer Weakens Law Protecting Roadside Emergency Responders
  25. Hawaii Taxpayers Owe $8.2 Million for Claims Against the State
  26. Bill requires Hawaii Retailers to develop crowd control safety plans for large sales
  27. Thursday Hearing on Hawaii Bill to Remove Chronic Pain as Qualifying Condition for Medical Cannabis
  28. Alert: Another bill would strip consumers right to know about current and past complaints
  29. CB: Lawmakers Pass ‘Fast Track’ Bills for Med School Funds and University Revenue Bonds
  30. Hawaii could collect $27M to $35M more vacation rental taxes
  31. Star-Adv: Pets Stores should be banned from Selling Puppies
  32. Charter School Rejoices at Departure of Review Panel Members
  33. Scammers Calling Democrat Donors Asking for Contributions
  34. MADD Hails Success of Ignition Interlock Program
  35. Last Pro Bowl attracts 12.5 million viewers
  36. UH plans biosafety lab at Kalaeloa
  37. State Civil Defense hires new vice director
  38. UH “scientists” Unprecedented ocean acidity is due to humans’ CO2
  39. IT Helps Foodland Cope With Challenging Geography
  40. $150,000 to be Wasted on Electric Cars
  41. Marine gets jail time, reduced rank in hazing case
  42. Pork Barrel Express: United to fly daily from Honolulu to D.C
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Monday, January 30, 2012
January 30, 2012 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 714 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Heritage Foundation to Tour Honolulu, Laie, Kona, Hilo Jan 31-Feb 2
  2. Hawaii Congressional Delegation: How They Voted January 30
  3. Tesoro? With Cash in Hand, Chevron Considers Options
  4. Natural Gas to Gasoline: A firm claims to have a cheaper way to harness natural gas
  5. CB: Jan. 30 — Bills of Interest
  6. CB: Guide To The 2012 Elections
  7. Case, Hirono Tied for U.S. Senate Nomination
  8. UHPA: Abercrombie can Unilaterally Impose RTTT Requirements on HSTA
  9. State, Pacific Command, Gas Company All Eyeing Tesoro Refinery
  10. PUC Allows Another Mainland Industrial Solar Contractor to Loot Ratepayers, taxpayers
  11. HB2400: Prioritize Geothermal, Break Up HECO
  12. HGEA Fail: State ordered to keep up with food stamp needs
  13. Hawaii Soda Tax Would Not Reduce Obesity
  14. Pro-Bowl Contract expires Thanks to Neil Abercrombie
  15. 'Housekeeping' bills aim to clarify civil unions law
  16. Progressives outline their Successful Effort to Keep Welfare Recipients on Drugs
  17. Bone Marrow Drive on Guam, not Hawaii
  18. Web Dossier Bill Stalled in Hawaii Legislature
  19. HB2751 Would Make it Illegal to act like Atheist in Legislature
  20. SB2561: Hawaii May Ban Fundraisers During Session
  21. Trust offering leasehold conversion at 4 condos
  22. Tawhiri Windfarm Appeal of PUC Ruling Dismissed
  23. EJ Dionne Denounces Obama Right of Conscience Decision
  24. Joel Osteen in Hawaii Feb 3
  25. Youth concussion rules reviewed
  26. Hawaii-based Marine accused of hazing Marine who committed suicide appears in court
  27. Hawaii County Council and the Emperor’s New Building Codes (Bill 270)
  28. In Effort to Reelect Kenoi, Hawaii County Officials Start Making Elections Worker case Cost Lots of Money
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Monday, January 30, 2012
Letters to the Editor January, 2012
By Letters to the Editor :: 1488 Views :: National News, National Politics
  • Molokai Resident: Our community have been battered by the same folks shoving their agendas
  • Tenure is Important to Teacher Retention
  • Molokai Supports Yacht
  • Monk Seals and NOAA's Hidden Agenda
  • Village Atheist Loves the Sound of His Own Voice
  • Christians Not Welcome
  • Why is HSTA Contract Kept From Public?
  • Origins of Division
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Sunday, January 29, 2012
January 29, 2012 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 696 Views :: Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. FHA Bringing Subprime Jumbo Mortgages to Hawaii
  2. "The Haoles are with us" -- Occupy Kauai Working to Take Over KIUC
  3. KOS: The Curiously Conservative and Nepotistic Network of Tulsi Gabbard
  4. Kapolei Town Hall Meeting to Discuss Hospital Closure
  5. Teacher: Tenure is Important to Teacher Retention
  6. Undermining Economic Recovery
  7. Marumoto Introduces Three Bills to Deal with Eccentric Billionaire
  8. Hawaii Cacao Festival at Haleiwa January 29
  9. Legislators Consider Giving Land, Financial backing to Corrupt School Bus Companies, Loosening Safety Requirements
  10. Tokuda Outlines DoE’s Desperate, Futile Efforts to Save RTTT
  11. Star-Adv: Legislators Have Chance to Make Sure no Charters like Laupahoehoe are Ever Approved Again
  12. Carlisle: Rail Planners have been Considering need for Another Massive GE Tax Increase Since 2007
  13. Hirono: Social Security not Going Bankrupt, But I want to Raise Taxes Anyway
  14. Consultant Dreams up Ways to Give Billions to DoE School Construction Contractors
  15. Ouansafi Fails to Secure Public Housing, Four Stabbed, One dead: Micronesians Blamed
  16. HPD Major recorded talking with key witness in Gambling, Meth Racket
  17. Hawaii Introduces Legislation for Legal Online Gambling
  18. Borreca Outlines Legislative Plans for Big Cable, Big Wind
  19. Cataluna Likes Mayoral Field
  20. Hotel sector experiencing solid gains
  21. 500-day repair project due for sewer lines in Waikiki
  22. Aiea pet store target of protest for second week
  23. St. Louis parade on Iraq War's end draws thousands
  24. Rep Gene Ward Announcement of International Holocaust Remembrance Day
  25. Better Government Hawaii State House Minority Bill Package
  26. 400 Military Reservists to set up Free Clinics on Kauai
  27. Memorial Service for HPD Officer Davis
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Saturday, January 28, 2012
January 28, 2012 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 704 Views :: Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. NRA: Gun Bills to Watch Out For as Hawaii Legislature Picks up Steam
  2. Abercrombie Releases $15.6 Million for CIP Projects
  3. Applicants Wanted for Ethics and Campaign Spending Commissions
  4. VIDEO: Prostitution at Home of Leftist UH Perfesser since 2007
  5. Marc Alexander admits Affair With Consenting Adult Female
  6. After Raising Legislative Pay, Hanabusa Pretends to Ask for Congressional Pay Cut
  7. Bag Tax to be Heard Next Week
  8. 100 Energy Bills in Legislature: Complete Rundown
  9. SB2240: Taskforce Members Need not be Ethical
  10. Hawaii lawmakers are considering extending businesses unemployment tax relief through 2012
  11. Legislators Wouldn’t Give Money to HMC, but they will Pay $1.5M for Extra Ambulances
  12. Will Legislators Clean Up Last Year’s Mess?
  13. Bill calls for mandatory meal breaks for full-time workers
  14. Gov’s Request Would Mean No School Buses on Oahu
  15. Superferry to Come Back -- With Deck Guns?
  16. ACLU: Luddites have 1st Amendment Right to Porta-potties, Sleep-Overs
  17. A Look At How the City's Storing Homeless Property
  18. Hawaiian singer pleads no contest to sexually molesting 2 Carson girls in 1990s
  19. Guard Convicted for Giving Cellfone to Dope Pusher
  20. Ocean report: Polluted waters off Hawaii
  21. 2% land fund amendment on ballot
  22. Pro Bowl deserves to be 'leid' to rest
  23. SA to Kona Farmers: Sit Down and Shut Up
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Friday, January 27, 2012
January 27, 2012 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 840 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Bias: NOAA Admits Overestimating Fish Catch, Adopts New System
  2. Hawaii's 2012 Business Tax Climate Ranks 35th
  3. Hawaii Oily Bilge Water: Horizon Lines forks over $1.5M to Enviros
  4. Progressive Dems Petition Emily's List to Dump Gabbard
  5. Hawaii Safe Routes to School Challenge
  6. US-Build requirement for ships: Dilemma for Hawaii, Guam, Alaska, and Puerto Rico
  7. Rosanne Barr to Run for President
  8. Rush for Federal Funds and Publicity Causes $19M Rail Change Order
  9. Emergency Rail Plan: Taxpayers Have Our Back
  10. HB2260: Bag Tax to Steal $24M from Consumers
  11. Abercrombie continues push for single-payer health care
  12. Mufi $294K, Tulsi $203K
  13. Lawmakers defer action on Internet monitoring bill
  14. 3 charter school panel members resign in protest after BoE Rejects HSTA Scheme to Kill Laupahoehoe School
  15. HB1668 Abolishes Teacher tenure
  16. HB1667: A $500 raise for Teachers
  17. Hawaii House will not hear any bills requiring drug testing for welfare recipients this year
  18. HART awards design contract for Airport Section of Honolulu Rail Transit Route, grand total of 15 Jobs created
  19. SA Hands out Instructions to Pro-Bowl Negotiators
  20. Office Of Hawaiian Affairs Cuts Lobbying Expenses as Hope for Akaka Bill Fades
  21. Dods – Horner – Harrison: Meet Your Next Ruler
  22. Superferries parked in Norfolk now belong to Navy, One Headed back to Pacific
  23. Molokai Resident Speaks out Against Activists
  24. Sovereignty Activist Pleads 5th in Theft of Old Man’s Estate, Mortgage Scam
  25. Rapist, Murderer Was Multiple Repeat Offender
  26. Sotomayor Schedule in Hawaii
  27. Human Trafficking: Same Prosecutor, Same Error, Same Result
  28. Russian tourism organization joins efforts of HiTA
  29. Kyo-Ya Zoning Appeal Recessed for Two Weeks
  30. $10B Captive: Hawaii licenses 10 new captive insurers in 2011
  31. Feds Claim to Save Monk Seals from Sharks
  32. EPA: Palm Oil not Acceptable Source of Bio-Diesel
  33. 147 Photos of Hawaii's Vietnam War Heroes Still Needed
  34. Univ. of Hawaii settles data breach class action
  35. UH Hilo College of Pharmacy seeks $38M
  36. Court Interpreter Applicants Wanted for Orientation Workshop
  37. Electric-Car Firm That Received Biden Visit and $118M in Stimulus Funds Files for Bankruptcy
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Thursday, January 26, 2012
January 26, 2012 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1158 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Report: Hawaii Scores D- on Teacher Quality
  2. HOPE for the Criminal Justice System
  3. HB2288: State to Track the Websites You Visit?
  4. HB2288: Cybercrime Bill to be Heard Jan 26
  5. New Name: Hawaiian Mission Houses Historic Site and Archives
  6. Investigators Claim Leftist UH Professor Runs Volcano Girls Escort Service
  7. Lingle, Flush With Cash And On Message
  8. Matayoshi: We feel there is a very small window, and it’s closing…
  9. Taken For A Ride: Roberts Hawaii's Very Own Race to the Top of School Bus Biz
  10. Your Magnificent DoE: Another Principal Put on Leave over Financial Impropriety
  11. HGEA may file complaint against state over contract talks
  12. Hawaii gaming supporter wants to place slot machines at Honolulu convention center
  13. Hawaii to Reconsider Internet Poker
  14. Rep Mele Carroll Pushes Bill would allow gambling on homestead land—DHHL Appreciates Support
  15. Inouye is Draw at Washington Lobbyist’s Dinner
  16. Truth in Accounting Explains Hawaii's Nightmarish Finances
  17. Slater: City is Intentionally Dragging Out Rail Case
  18. House Judiciary Committee Passes Bill to Force HMC to Stay Closed
  19. Bill before Hawaii Legislature would require drug testing for public housing tenants
  20. Rep Coffman Proposes Russian-Style privatization of Electric Power Plants
  21. HECO Still Trying to Soak Ratepayers for Big Wind Studies
  22. Honolulu Seawater A/C adds high-rise customer
  23. Hawaii Ranks Low in ID Theft
  24. New Hawaii homeless count underway
  25. A Fan Wonders If Hawaii’s Governor Lost Future Pro Bowls?
  26. Food Trucks Hungry For More Time
  27. Forbes: Honolulu 3rd Safest City in US
  28. Foreclosure-related home sales rise 23%
  29. Property taxes: Who should pay?
  30. Planeload of Chinese Visitors Arrives on Kauai
  31. After 18 years, Hawaii County Finally Gets Around to Leasing Ag Lands
  32. Sen. Baker to Coffee Growers: Focus on Borer Beetle Not Your Brand
  33. Papua New Guinea Rebels Order PM to Step Aside
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Wednesday, January 25, 2012
January 25, 2012 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 904 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Lingle Raises $1.7M for Senate Run
  2. Abercrombie to Tesoro: Drop Dead
  3. DoE: Legislature Could Impose Teacher Evaluation Rejected by HSTA
  4. Hawaii College Debt Lowest in Nation
  5. Ted Liu Elected to Republican National Committee
  6. Sea Level Projections to Determine Oceanfront Setbacks?
  7. Okabe Apologizes after Teachers Reject Contract by 2-1 Margin
  8. New Name: Hawaiian Mission Houses Historic Site and Archives
  9. Heritage Foundation to Tour Honolulu, Laie, Kona, Hilo Jan 31-Feb 2
  10. Hawaii March 13 Republican Presidential Caucus Locations
  11. Legislature Must Act: Teachers Bad Faith Must Have Consequences
  12. Carlisle: $740M Tax Hike Needed to Secure Federal Funds for rail
  13. Carlisle: Even if Rail is not Built, You’re Not Getting that Money Back
  14. Jobless rate up to highest in 15 months
  15. Isle bone marrow transplant program also deserves rescue
  16. ERS: 674 Employees Spike Pensions Costing $39M
  17. Over Past 10 Years, Hawaii Pension Investments At Bottom of Pack
  18. Hawaii GOP Still Looking For CD2 Candidate
  19. Cachola, Mizuno, Manahan Play Musical Chairs
  20. BoE Rejects HSTA Sabotage, Laupahoehoe Allowed Charter Conversion
  21. State DOD investigates toxic work environment
  22. Fontaine Factor Sex Trafficking in Hawaii
  23. Non-Profits Push Back Against Property Tax Hike
  24. NFL flags Hawaii governor’s Pro Bowl comments
  25. Obama, Hanabusa, Inouye: Navy to Shovel Money to Green Energy Scammers
  26. Spinning Reserve: Big Cable Would Increase Pollution from Oil Burning Plants
  27. State Pushes Back Against Federal Monk Seal Protections
  28. Abercrombie Bond Sale Handled by Same Crew Which Stuck Hawaii With Deadbeat Student Loans
  29. Hawaii Minimum Wage to be Tied to Federal Poverty Level
  30. Medical Dope Pushers Take Aim at Returning Iraq/Afghanistan Veterans
  31. Invasive Species: Snowy Owl Exterminated in Hawaii
  32. FWS Seeks Comments on Petition to List`I`iwi as Threatened or Endangered
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Tuesday, January 24, 2012
January 24, 2012 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 903 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Hirono, Hanabusa Vote for $1.2 Trillion More Federal Debt
  2. House GOP: Abercrombie Leads us into Deficit Next Year
  3. Gun Owners: Help Tom Berg Repeal the Koko Shooting Complex Fees
  4. 60% State of the State Speech ‘Well Below Average’
  5. Borreca: If you work for state government, yesterday's speech was all about you
  6. Ego Games: Abercrombie Strokes Say, Tsutsui
  7. After Letting HMC Die, Legislators Finally Get Around to Backing Organ Transplant Center
  8. Parroting HECO, Abercrombie Blames Hawaii Electric Rates on Non-Existent Singapore Speculators
  9. Green Energy Scammers Freak out Over Natural Gas
  10. HB2400: HECO Should Only Own Transmission Lines
  11. Hunters protest Abercrombie’s Watershed Management restrictions
  12. Many Will be Moved to make Way for Malama Solomon’s Senate Seat
  13. SB2210: Clayton Hee Introduces Waikiki Casino Bill
  14. Doubtful future of game dulls Pro Bowl fervor
  15. Rail has Already Cost Taxpayers $800M
  16. Carroll Campaign Manager: Cayetano is the Devil
  17. Donor Fears Non-Profit CEOs Will Steal Contribution
  18. Nine Years Later, City Ordered to Pay $2.8M Settlement for Retaliation
  19. Big Cable Would Bring Five Times More Wind Farm Scams to Hawaii
  20. Laupahoehoe charter school fight continues after HSTA Contract Defeat
  21. Abercrombie “Done Waiting for the HSTA”
  22. Federal Judge Slaps Hawaii with Injunction for Food Stamp Delays
  23. Hawaii minimum raise could rise $1 over 2 years
  24. Police Officer's Death Increases Push For "Move Over" Bill
  25. House Labor committee chips away at the Sunshine law, and adds special headache clause
  26. Berg Raises Zero for 2011
  27. Kauai Beach Cleanup Does Not Find Any Plastic Bags
  28. Fired County Worker Pulls Political Strings, Gets 4 Hours of Kauai Council Time
  29. Hawaii Co Council Candidates Line Up for Public Funding
  30. Hawaii Ties Nevada for Least Toxic Waste
  31. Court approval expected for Waikiki Edition hotel reorganization
  32. Mokulele One Stop to England Starting May 6
  33. Finns in Honolulu Given Opportunity to Vote for Finnish President
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Monday, January 23, 2012
January 23, 2012 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 783 Views :: Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. HB127: Will Legislature Vote to Keep HMC Hospitals Closed?
  2. Heritage Foundation to Tour Honolulu, Laie, Kona, Hilo Jan 31-Feb 2
  3. Lingle: Officer Davis Put his Life in Jeopardy to Save Others
  4. FULL TEXT: State of the State Speech
  5. Star-Adv: Second-Time Felony Dope Pushers Should Get Probation, Not Prison
  6. Was Rejected Contract's Performance Pay Really Performance Pay?
  7. Victory could derail $5.27 billion project
  8. Hawaii lawmakers to decide on appropriations for organ transplants
  9. Ed Case Launches First TV Ad
  10. Barrel Tax: Billionaire’s Flunkey Complains about Money, Power and Politics Shaping Public Policy
  11. Green Energy Scammers: Triple Barrel tax to Pay us to Cook Up More Scams
  12. House Labor Committee Tightens Secrecy on Public Employees
  13. Lack of financing stalls high school in South Maui
  14. Human Trafficking Legislation Faces Triple Hearings
  15. Five Ag Bills Before Legislature
  16. As Foreclosure Bills Propose Amendment, Lawyers Suddenly Say They’re Ready to Mediate
  17. U.S. Navy Pacific Fleet changes command
  18. Monsanto Responds as Maui Occupy Group Launches Demonstration
  19. Eco Religion Still Claiming Ocean is Becoming Acidic
  20. Geothermal test will pour water into volcano to make power
  21. Anahola DHHL Land is Home of Hawaii’s Largest Industrial Solar development
  22. JetBlue, Hawaiian Airlines sign partnership; lets passengers fly on both carriers on 1 ticket
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Sunday, January 22, 2012
January 22, 2012 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 706 Views :: Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Hawaii March for Life TODAY -- Jan 22
  2. Molokai Video: 160 Officers Outnumber 80 Protesters, Cruise Ship Enters Harbor
  3. Using the Tax System to Hide Spending and Shift Burden
  4. Gingrich Sweeps South Carolina
  5. 21 Gambling Bills Before Legislature
  6. NRA Targets Pro and Anti Gun Bills before Hawaii Legislature
  7. Video: Sen Sam Slom First News Conference of Session
  8. IAM Video: Molokai Proposes Alternatives to Big Wind
  9. Star-Adv: It is all but impossible to Unify Behind Educational Reform
  10. Abercrombie Budget: Fake it to Look Good This Year, Then Deficits Loom
  11. Pro-Gay Unions Divorce Lawyer: Institution of Marriage is Coming to Abrupt End
  12. EUTF Forks out $10M to Keep State Retirees on More Expensive Pharmacy System, Legislators Consider Raiding EUTF Fund
  13. Namuo Again Moots Proposal to Have Obama Recognize Akaka Tribe Without Congressional Approval
  14. Painters Union Pushing to Legalize Gambling
  15. WaPo: Hawaii teachers reject contract in ‘blow’ to Race to the Top
  16. Film, TV Production Spending Drops 54% After Election of Abercrombie
  17. President of Aloha Life Advocates adopted baby to stop an abortion
  18. How Medicare/Medicaid Reimbursement System Retards Improvements in Medical Technology
  19. Retirees Moving to Hawaii are a Leading Source of Patents
  20. Understanding legislative process useful for businesses
  21. Small Kine Bribery: Ethics Commission Demands Further Discussions Be Held in Public
  22. Tax Cheat Hooser: Red Tape is a Red Herring
  23. Bill 52 & 53: Undoing 36 years of Waikiki Blight Caused by Urban Planning
  24. DHHL: New Puunene prison would benefit Native Hawaiians
  25. Maui County aims to overhaul grant supervision
  26. Food Innovation Center Will Support Local Farmers and Ranchers
  27. HPD officer killed in Aiea auto accident
  28. Military IDs Marines killed in helicopter crash
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Saturday, January 21, 2012
January 21, 2012 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 734 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Abercrombie: State Ready to Negotiate Further with HSTA
  2. HB127: Legislature to Force Doctors, Hospitals to Provide Abortion Pill?
  3. VIDEO: House GOP Caucus Discusses 2012 Legislative Package
  4. Marumoto Legislation to Include Two Snake Bills
  5. Farm to School Program Introduced by Rep. Cynthia Thielen
  6. Feds: HSTA Contract Rejection is a Big Step in the Wrong Direction
  7. Teachers Feared Undefined Evaluations
  8. SA: Mayoral Race cannot Be Single-Issue
  9. Supreme Court Rejects Motion to Reconsider Reapportionment Case
  10. 68% Say Hold Line on Spending, Taxes
  11. HB2103: Crony Capitalist State Bank of Hawaii Now Pitched as ‘Solution’ to Foreclosures
  12. Council Race: Manahan, Mizuno Play Chicken
  13. Three Republicans, one Democrat to Run for Hawaii Council Dist 9
  14. Fired Hawaii County Elections Worker Sues for $500K
  15. Senate approves nomination of Mimi DesJardins as district court judge
  16. Bingo for Nonprofits?
  17. Anti-Superferry Protester: “Acts by a legislative body are exempt from HEPA."
  18. House Labor Wants Salary, Names To Remain Public
  19. Unwilling to Arrest Ritte, Police, Coast Guard Clear Businesses from Kaunakakai Harbor
  20. Runway options would halt Mainland flights for weeks
  21. Dope Grower Gets 10 years for Guns, Explosives
  22. Officers sentenced in Afghanistan bribery probe
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Friday, January 20, 2012
January 20, 2012 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 908 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Full Text: Ben Cayetano Announces Campaign for Mayor
  2. Panos Endorses Cayetano, Caldwell Says Election is about HandiVan
  3. Lingle: SOPA, PIPA Would Permit Government Censorship
  4. Lingle Endorses Obama's Tourism Plan
  5. Abercrombie Statement on Obama Visa Task Force
  6. OHA Names New CEO
  7. Senate Majority to Focus on “People and Children”
  8. Senate Minority Introduces Legislative Priority Package
  9. Full Text: Federal Report on Hawaii Wave Energy Potential
  10. Rep Ward: Legalize Driverless Cars
  11. Six Kaneohe Marines killed in Afghanistan helicopter crash
  12. DoE Cuts Teachers Pay, Gives Money to Corrupt School Bus Contractors
  13. Hawaii's Legislative Leaders Debate Tax Hikes, Jobs Plan
  14. Survey: 54% Believe Legalized Gambling Will Have Overall Negative Impact
  15. What Does the FTA Want From Honolulu Rail?
  16. Hawaii Politicians, Business Back Obama Tourism Plan
  17. Red mass: Religious Freedom is Under Assault in the US
  18. Arrogant Atheists Attempt to Disrupt Catholic Mass
  19. Iolani Protesters Convicted Of Criminal Trespassing
  20. EUTF Before House Finance, Labor Committees
  21. Office of Aging to Burn $1.4M on New Forms and Creating Positions
  22. City strips Iwilei sector of drug addicts, bums, Hauls Away 10 truckloads of Filth
  23. Mortgage Foreclosure Law Revisions Advised
  24. Star-Adv Refuses to Print Rep Herkes’ Defense of Foreclosure Bill
  25. First Hawaiian Rakes in $209M
  26. Hawaii Reapportionment Panel Spent $600,000
  27. Senate: Testimony Must Now be Submitted 24 Hours Before Hearing
  28. Sierra Club: Tax and Regulate Business and Give us the Money to Brainwash Your Kids
  29. Hawaii loses 30% of its construction jobs in four years
  30. State will issue RFP for Hawaii's tallest building Friday
  31. More hotels settle with Unite Local 5
  32. After Organics Endorsed Slavery, Aloun Farms Betrays them, Backs Hoopili
  33. Another Puna Organic Gets Rat Lungworm Disease
  34. Air Quality Improve During New Year Celebrations
  35. Republicans stand together to oppose piracy law
  36. Gil Gets It Done - Kahuku Medical Center
  37. Hawaii County to try out electric cars
  38. Obamacare: Free Birth Control to Match Pain Pills for Grandma
  39. Hint to Hawaii: SCOTUS Slaps Down Texas Redistricting Plan 9-0
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Thursday, January 19, 2012
January 19, 2012 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 626 Views :: Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Senator Sam Slom Opening Day Speech
  2. Senate President Shan Tsutsui: 2012 Opening Day Remarks
  3. Full Text: HSTA Synopsis of Contract
  4. Gay Lawsuits Target Bed and Breakfasts, Churches Nationwide
  5. Prudential Locations Kickbacks: Hawaii Lawsuit Seeks to Expose Whistleblowers
  6. Governor Seeking Applicants for Boards and Commissions
  7. Federal Officials Demand Honolulu Rail Tax Hike to Cover Upcoming Cost Overruns
  8. Voting Today, Teachers Threaten to Reject Contract over Evaluations
  9. Slom: Citizens Not Told the Truth about Real Cost of Wind, Solar, OTEC
  10. Gambling at top of opening legislative session issues
  11. Opening Day Coverage
  12. Atheists on the Prod Opening Day
  13. Legislators to Push to Legalize Small Bribes Again?
  14. The Money Grab Begins: Children Will Die if our Budget is Cut
  15. Hawaii teacher union to vote on proposed contract
  16. Progressives Challenge Reapportionment Commission Lawsuit Over Sunshine Law
  17. Guard Your Wallet: Enviros Push for State Wide Plastic Bag Tax
  18. Hexavalent Chromium Chemophobia Scam: Josh Green pushes to Create Cause for Action by Trial Lawyers
  19. Public Land Development Corp Rules Open for Discussion
  20. Mufi Hannemann/Ernie Martin Operative Stays on Nanakuli NB after 2600 Ethics Violations
  21. Farm Land Flip Flop? Hawaii Ag Officials Change Position on Hoopili
  22. Glut of photovoltaic panels helps shave 20 percent off cost of installing system
  23. Sex offender will serve 10 years for child molestation
  24. Dopers Panic as Legislature threatens to Cut off Welfare Bennies
  25. 3,500 turn out for Hire Our Heroes job fair
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Wednesday, January 18, 2012
January 18, 2012 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 852 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Hawaii March for Life Jan 22
  2. Do-Over Sought In Hawaii Reapportionment Case
  3. Rep Gene Ward: We Need to Brag About Hawaii
  4. HSTA Contract: Little Room for Error, Lots of Missing Details
  5. FULL TEXT: Justice Reinvestment Working Group Policy Recommendations
  6. Governor Appoints Carmen ‘Hulu’ Lindsey to OHA Board of Trustees
  7. Senate Democrats Set Priorities for the 2012 Legislative Session
  8. HSTA Outlines Plans to Control Teacher Accountability
  9. Cayetano confirms he is running for Honolulu mayor
  10. Construction Alliance endorses Hannemann
  11. Kaneshiro: "These guys don't want supervision. They are dangerous. You've got to keep them incarcerated"
  12. Justice Reinvestment Could Cut Number of Mainland Prisoners
  13. Hawaii Pension System Proposes New OT Rules
  14. Chamber: Avoid Tax Increases During Fragile Economic Times
  15. Legislators Plan Raid on Charter School Funds
  16. Laupahoehoe Charter Conversion ruling delayed
  17. OHA Salaries Posted Online
  18. Rep. Fontaine Briefs Rotary on Maui Issues
  19. Time with Kymberly Pine - features the Chamber of Commerce of Hawaii and NFIB
  20. Kenoi OKs bag ban
  21. UH Seeks Another $15 Million From Legislature
  22. Army to maintain force level in Asia and Pacific, chief of staff says
  23. Hawaiian Sees Demand Rise in First Year of Seoul-Honolulu Service
  24. Hawaii’s average credit card debt down 11%
  25. Daily Beast: Honolulu Second Most ‘Tolerant’ City in USA
  26. Honolulu Zoo's elephant exhibit ranked one of ten worst
  27. Ron Paul to Focus TV Ad Buys on Caucus States
  28. Danny DeGracia on Obama and Rejection
  29. Kaneohe Marines Train Afghan Police
  30. 1893: How NYT Covered Overthrow of Monarchy
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Tuesday, January 17, 2012
January 17, 2012 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 875 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Billion Dollar Cost Overrun Shows US Shipyards Failing Navy and Commerce
  2. HSTA Contract Does not Comply With 180 Day Law
  3. Assisted suicide not lawful, state says
  4. Reapportionment Commission Hires Real Lawyers Moves for Reconsideration
  5. After HMC Closes, Legislators Prepare to Move Quickly on Organ Transplant Support left unfinished last session
  6. Donated organs sent to mainland instead of staying in Hawaii
  7. ACT221 Scammers: Amending Solar Credits Just Like Ending ACT221
  8. SA: Get rid of ‘spiking’ to boost pensions
  9. Abercrombie Makes Himself Issue in Senate Race
  10. Abercrombie’s Jan 23 State of the State Could be Gift to Republicans
  11. Abercrombie Flip-Flops on Hoopili
  12. Danger: OIP Shell Bill Introduced
  13. Cayetano to announce mayoral bid Thursday
  14. The tide may be rising on rail
  15. Tulsi Gabbard Says Christians are Just Like Islamists, but the Progressives Aren’t Buying it
  16. Bullying Laws Now to Apply to Adults?
  17. Abercrombie to appoint "Hulu" Lindsey to OHA seat
  18. Democrat Presidential Caucuses March 7
  19. Today is Last Day for Kenoi to Veto Bag Ban
  20. Hoku Has Until Thursday to Pay Electric Bill, January 26 is Cut Off
  21. Housing Agency Seeks Volunteers
  22. Isle couple sue lender, cite unfair, deceptive practices
  23. MLK Parade Bursting With Civil Unity Messages
  24. Oahu Residents Hold Roadside Rally Against Puppy Mills
  25. Tenants of a former Kauai sugar camp face eviction for a new development
  26. Navy Hiring 60 civilian security guards
  27. ‘The Descendants’ Globes win expected to boost tourism
  28. Woman Says Author Swiped Work on Obama
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Monday, January 16, 2012
January 16, 2012 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 857 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Huntsman Drops Out of GOP Presidential Race, Endorses Romney
  2. Life-Changing Tribute to Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
  3. Netra Halperin: Molester’s Former Underling Running for House, Demands Censorship
  4. The Atheist Declaration of War on Hawaii Churches
  5. Lingle looking for balance in Congressional delegation
  6. Abercrombie’s $334M Power Grab
  7. Calvin Say: “No New Taxes”
  8. Jobs, Economy at Top of Fontaine’s Agenda
  9. Boylan: Ethnicity Would Finally Work to Cayetano’s Advantage
  10. Star-Adv Suggests Way to Attack Sidewalk Storage Law
  11. Coffee: Decentralize DoE
  12. Maui News: Who to Blame for RTTT Failure DoE/BoE/HSTA?
  13. Hawaii Island Regional Science Olympiad
  14. Police: Hawaii is Magnet for Sex Offenders
  15. Instead of Waiting for Government, Volunteers Clear Kailua Canal
  16. Star-Adv Uses Waianae Church Volunteers to Boost Abercrombie’s Appointed State Rep
  17. ILind Highlights Margaret Willie Campaign for Hawaii Co Council
  18. Thieving Doper Ordered to Pay Restitution to Medical Dope Dealer
  19. American Samoa governor on Hawaii visit
  20. Can We Bring Back 'Hog Cheese'?
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Sunday, January 15, 2012
January 15, 2012 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 983 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Gingrich Registers for March 13 Hawaii GOP Caucuses
  2. Colette Machado: Assisted Suicide Activists ‘Hoodwinking Our Culture’
  3. Full Text AG Louie: Assisted Suicide Not Legal in Hawaii
  4. Honolulu March for Life Jan 22
  5. Hilo March for Life January 23
  6. Supreme Court Finds Excuse to Keep East Maui Water Case Alive
  7. Using Exemptions to Shift the Burden of Taxes
  8. Killing Rail may be Solution for HGEA, UPW Budget Woes
  9. After Failing to Save HMC, Legislature Finally Getting Around to Tapping Federal Funds to Raise Medicare/Medicaid Reimbursement
  10. ERS seeks to stem pension spiking by public workers
  11. Legislators Plan to Raid Rental Car Fund, Block Refill of Hurricane Fund, Rainy Day Fund
  12. Tsutsui, Say: Gambling Not Likely to Pass Senate, House
  13. Tsutsui: $500M in CIP and $200M OHA Settlement are Top Priorities
  14. Kakaako Rail Line Burials: 300 Cultural Descendants and Counting
  15. HART: 50% of Rail Contracts Signed, Construction is Well Under Way
  16. Star-Adv: Sell Tesoro Refinery to BioFool Scammers
  17. Lingle: If you want to be a good tourist destination, take care of your residents
  18. Feds Say Senior Center Still Violating Grant Rules, Deadline in June
  19. Hawaii Dead Last in School Maintenance Spending
  20. Jonestown Followers ‘human beings with dreams’
  21. Hearing set on lawsuit challenging corporate campaign disclosure requirements
  22. Reapportionment: Discrimination against Military is Tough Task
  23. Hiring Our Heroes Job Fair Jan 18
  24. VIDEO: Dominic Yagong enters Hawaii County mayoral race
  25. Hawaii County: Millions spent on garbage
  26. At least 9 to run for KIUC board
  27. Suit alleging MPD executed search warrant at wrong home
  28. Monk Seal Remains from 1400s –1700s found on Maui
  29. Residents Give Officials An Earful Over Conditions At Oneula Beach Park
  30. Obama’s New Defense Plan: Is it right for a war weary America?
  31. Luncheon to Raise Funds for Pregnancy Problem Center in Aiea
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Saturday, January 14, 2012
January 14, 2012 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 870 Views :: Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Coast Guard, Maui PD to Protect Molokai Cruise Ship
  2. Hoku Still Battling over Unpaid Electric Bills as NASDAQ Prepares to Delist
  3. Design and Management: $2.45M in CIP at Honolulu Airport
  4. Governor Releases $14.2M in CIP Funds
  5. Robbie Alm Decoupled: “Hawaii should convert to renewables no matter what” (price ratepayers must pay)
  6. Star-Adv: Fake Test Scores Plus Fake Teacher Observations will Produce Real Pay Raises for HSTA
  7. A few words from the wise offered to isle politicians
  8. $140M in Loan Guarantees, and all Dante Carpenter can come up with is “Lingle equals Palin”
  9. Counties Legislative Agenda: More Taxes, More Fees, Less Sunshine
  10. Maui Chamber of Commerce: Calling for an environment where businesses can grow
  11. Distraction Technique: Lawmakers propose delay to Unemployment Fund increase
  12. Rail costs low-balled, consultant says
  13. Mizuno Introduces Two Bills Requiring Drug Tests for Welfare – ACLU fights to keep Poor Doped Up
  14. WSJ: More States Decide to ‘Buy Veteran’
  15. NY Court Decision to become Tool for Hawaii Atheist
  16. Prison Alternatives Team Up: Drug Court & HOPE
  17. After Officers Killed in Farrington Hwy Accident, Push for Law Requiring Drivers to Give more Space
  18. After Ousting Progressives, Charter School makes “Miraculous” Recovery
  19. Viewpoint: Plastic bag ban should be revisited
  20. Judge Rejects Complaint Against Kawaiahao Church
  21. Usual Suspects Hijack ML King Day to Promote Socialism, Occupy
  22. Under Pressure from Fanatics: Proposal Advances To Limit Fish Taken For Aquariums
  23. Panetta's announcement renews military optimism in Hawaii
  24. Fracking Offers New Geothermal Technology backed by Google
  25. The Rise of the Charitable For-Profit Entity
  26. Schofield Army troops head to Afghanistan
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Friday, January 13, 2012
January 13, 2012 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 976 Views :: Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. From Business Suits to Combat Boots
  2. Caldwell: Rail is about "redesigning city around transit stations"
  3. Political activities: What every Marine and DOD civilian should know
  4. Rainbow papaya approved for Japan export
  5. US Drops to 10th on Index of Economic Freedom
  6. Teachers: Agreement is a Bum Deal, Lets Strike
  7. Borreca: Tax Hikes Again at top of Legislative Agenda
  8. Top Priority: Businesses faced with Another Massive Unemployment Tax Hike
  9. Reapportionment Commission to Consider How Much to Discriminate Against Military Personnel, African-Americans
  10. Hirono Rejects Hawaii Agriculture—Backs Luddites’ Call for GMO Labeling
  11. Mandatory Coverage, Limited Benefits: Legislature May Consider Commanding All Workers to Buy Long Term Care Insurance
  12. ACLU files amicus brief on right of Atheists to videotape police
  13. Invasive Species: Plastic Bag Tax to Create DLNR Make-Work Jobs
  14. Always Eager to Raise Electricity Prices, Omidyar’s Civil Beat Endorses HECO Propaganda Campaign
  15. Stand all the Way Downtown: Rail Jacks Up Capacity by Cutting Out Seats
  16. Caldwell Looks for Same Supporters he Received in 2010
  17. Iolani Palace Protesters Get Their Day In Court
  18. 'Wildlife overload' on Midway shows the results of restoration
  19. Legislation to fight ID theft could cost businesses millions
  20. Journalists group seeks applicants for internships
  21. LPGA scouts Oahu for second tour stop
  22. State Has $1 Million Plan For Overdue Elevator Safety Inspections
  23. Debris piles up in Hawaii Kai
  24. Water Board appoints new manager
  25. Ed Case Unveils Economic Program
  26. Hawaii conference will focus on impact investing
  27. Obama Whines About Shaking Hands with Troops in Iraq
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Thursday, January 12, 2012
January 12, 2012 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 762 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, World News, World Politics
  1. Hawaii County SHOPO Endorses Lingle
  2. Full Text: HSTA Synopsis of Contract
  3. $30,000 Reward in Monk Seal Killings
  4. TPM: Hawaii Kai Lesbian B&B Suit Part of Larger Effort to Quash Religious Freedom
  5. U.S. Supreme Court Associate Justice Sonia Sotomayor to visit UH Richardson Law School
  6. California company lobbies lawmakers for online gambling
  7. Hawaii taxes have yet to meet projected revenue forecasts
  8. Star-Adv: Senate Should Focus on Raising Taxes
  9. Not Worth It: Hirono's Senate campaign raises piddling $624,000 in three months
  10. Reapportionment Puts Candidate Filings On Hold
  11. Senators Angered by Difficulty in Receiving Bribes from Lobbyists
  12. Experts Give Kudos To Proposed Charter School System Overhaul
  13. DoE Officials Head for DC to Beg for RTTT Money
  14. Vilsack: Military Budget Can be Substitute for Biofool Tax Credits
  15. Local Oil Expert Questions Hawaii’s Renewable Energy Market
  16. HECO Concerned that Slight Drop in Utility Bills Will Affect Ability to Stampede Legislature
  17. 2011 law has lenders opting to foreclose in court
  18. Open Records Agency Proposes Changes To Hawaii Sunshine Law
  19. Fight Over Waimanalo Gulch Landfill Brewing
  20. Hee, Prevedouros Step Aside to make Way for Cayetano Mayoral Run
  21. Caldwell to formally announce candidacy for Honolulu mayor
  22. Democrat Margaret Wille to run for District 9 County Council seat
  23. County fires four workers over election scandal
  24. CARLISLE TO ATTEND U.S. CONFERENCE OF MAYORS
  25. Abercrombie Crony pushes NAACP to pull King dinner from boycotted Hyatt
  26. Stolen Motorcycles: Twins Ran Chop-Shop for 3 years, Get Probation
  27. DBEDT, Budget and Finance to be Kicked out of No. 1 Capitol District Building
  28. Improve society to help beat cancer, experts say
  29. Recktenwald, Foley Kick Off Justice Briefings
  30. Adm. Patrick Walsh to retire as U.S. Pacific Fleet head
  31. Young Brothers selling two barges to Canadian firm
  32. China, India to jump forward with Hawaii telescope
  33. Growers to send "Rainbow" papayas to Japan
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Wednesday, January 11, 2012
January 11, 2012 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 985 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Romney, Paul, Huntsman: Complete New Hampshire Primary Results
  2. Tesoro to Sell Hawaii Refinery, Gas Stations
  3. House Republican Caucus Proposes Veterans Preference in State Contractingclip_image002
  4. City Brings Backhoe, Removes Homeless’ Trash, Sex Toys, Drug Paraphernalia from Sidewalks
  5. Lingle says, if elected, state will be heard in Washington
  6. Adopt Census’ ‘permanent resident’ term for districting
  7. Deputy Superintendent: Large District Slows Race to the Top Progress
  8. Slom: Republicans Excited about Cayetano Run
  9. School Impact Fees Could Hurt Rail Project
  10. Renewable Energy Push Could Hurt Refineries
  11. Hawaii Lawmakers To Introduce Seven New Human Trafficking Bills
  12. Steve Forbes to Headline Lingle Fundraiser
  13. Ethics Boss Nixes Lobbyist Invites to Lawmakers
  14. Shapiro: Chow Salary Secrecy Part of Larger Scheme to Boost Greenwood’s Pay
  15. Stung by a critical review, Charter School education innovators hear a message of hope during their annual conference
  16. Judiciary: Make Reporters' Shield Law Permanent
  17. Inouye: An attack on Israel is an attack on US
  18. Navy readies for Chinese power grab on shipping: U.S. boosts forces in Western Pacific
  19. Arms Disposal Cos. End Secrets Row Over Hawaii Army Contract
  20. Marines on Hawaii looking to turn mountains of trash into handful of ash
  21. SA: Fireworks ban did bang-up job
  22. Divorce Law in Hawaii
  23. Safe Routes To School — Alternatives to School Busing?
  24. Meth Pipe possession ‘cost’ officer his career — lawyer
  25. Big Island puppy farm owners connected to Waimanalo animal cruelty case
  26. Democrat Housel announces possible run for State House Dist 6 seat
  27. Average Weekly Wage in Honolulu: $830
  28. British Citizen Admits Making Child Pornography Videos
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Tuesday, January 10, 2012
January 10, 2012 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 859 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics
  1. Abercrombie: HSTA Contract will help Save Race to The Top Grant
  2. House Republican Caucus Proposes Veterans Preference in State Contracting
  3. Tax hikes remain on table to offset the budget shortfalls invented by Abercrombie, CoR Tag Team
  4. Abercrombie’s Budget Runs $927M Deficit over 6 years
  5. $312M Shortfall in 2017--Abercrombie’s Bloated Budget
  6. Tripler Trauma Center to Transfer Uninsured Trauma patients
  7. $38.8M Rail Design Contract Goes to AECOM
  8. Lingle: With Social Media, I can Bypass People Like Richard Borreca
  9. Honolulu Begins Enforcing New Sidewalk Ban Against Homeless
  10. Progressive Democrat Bart Dame Publishes Long-Winded Excuse for Disenfranchising Blacks, Military personnel
  11. 10 Big Island couples apply for civil unions
  12. Hanabusa to Hold Secret meeting With Military-Industrial Complex
  13. Waihee Crony Heads Hawaii Democrat Communications
  14. Mufi: I Identify with UPW, Look forward to taking their Desires to Washington
  15. LWV Seeking Anti-Rail Candidates
  16. Pilago Crony: I shake Down Developers too, so Vote for Me
  17. SA: Re-pin Hawaii on golf world's map
  18. Hoku Stalls Idaho Electric Shutoff Proceedings
  19. Kauai Co Has 75 Unfilled Positions
  20. Honolulu Airport Shuttle Prices Rile State Senator
  21. Hilo, Micronesia USDA offices will be closed as part of an effort to cut costs
  22. More Than $40,000 in Mo. Food Stamps Spent in Hawaii, Data Show
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Monday, January 09, 2012
January 9, 2012 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 681 Views :: Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. SHOPO Endorses Linda Lingle for Senate
  2. Chicago Tribune: Yank Hawaii's Race To The Top Grant
  3. Dr Alveda King, Duke Aiona, Colette Machado to Speak up for Religious Freedom
  4. Heritage Foundation Youth Leader to Address Maui TEA Party January 12
  5. DoH: Dramatic Reduction in Fireworks-Related Injuries
  6. Wailuku Homeschool Leader: Does Rick Santorum have Right Idea?
  7. Hawaiian Airlines Sets Record for Systemwide Traffic
  8. OHA: If Obama is Reelected He Will Recognize Akaka Tribe Without Congressional Approval
  9. Police union endorses Lingle; UPW endorses Hannemann
  10. Lawmakers want to spend $500M on Whatever
  11. 2 of 3 rail bidders lacked state license
  12. HUD: Still no Answer on ORI
  13. Just in Time for the Legislature, Media is Suddenly Full of Online Gambling Legalization News
  14. Media Filled with Articles about Hirono’s DOA China Visa Bill
  15. SA: Reform law to let lenders, borrowers settle homes fairly
  16. City serves notice to homeless to remove items or lose them
  17. Rep Chris Lee Renews Push for Plastic Bag Tax
  18. Hawaii Credit Card Spending up 8.69% in 2011
  19. Israel’s Peres meets with Inouye, US Senate delegation
  20. Real ID Finally Comes to Hawaii
  21. Report: Before HMC Debacle, Hawaii Had Shortage of Medical Personnel
  22. Traffic deaths down last year versus 2010
  23. Vilsack to Hype BioDiesel at Pearl Harbor This Week
  24. Bette Midler: Honolulu Rail a Bad Idea
  25. Shakedown: UH Professors to Host Panel on Monsanto
  26. Addition to Makawao veterans cemetery in works
  27. Pacific Aviation Museum in Pearl Harbor to hold symposium on Tuskegee Airmen
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Sunday, January 08, 2012
January 8, 2012 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 832 Views :: Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Monk Seals Dying in NW Hawaiian Isles Because of Fishing Ban
  2. Unintended Consequences of Tapping the “Rich”
  3. Lingle Campaign Launches Mobile App
  4. FTA letter shows Rail financial plan remains Unacceptable to Feds
  5. After Casting Sole Hawaii Vote Against South Korea Free Trade, Hirono Now pretends to Champion Tourism
  6. State Needs Teacher Evaluations to Keep RTTT Funds
  7. Military Families Demand DoD Set Up Schools in Hawaii
  8. Study: Teacher Observations Most Effective Way To Evaluate
  9. Emergency backup: The closing of 2 hospitals has Oahu ERs accepting more ambulances and urgent cases
  10. SA: Homeless need a czar, not just a committee
  11. SA Prints more Anti-Plastic Propaganda
  12. Hawaiian Monk Seals Bludgeoned To Death
  13. Solar Contractors Again Look to On Bill Financing
  14. Luddites Gather at Legislature, scheme to Dispossess the People
  15. OIP report Targets Kauai County information practices
  16. Church of Crossroads Gives Award to Funder of Anti-Semites, 9-11 Conspiracy Movement
  17. Hawaii Robotics teams kick off the 2012 season
  18. Hawaiian Airlines inks deal with Orbitz
  19. Isles rank No. 5 on list of top cruise destinations
  20. Seminary grads led Hawaiian missions
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Saturday, January 07, 2012
January 7, 2012 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1000 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. HSTA Contract Too Little Too Late to Save RTTT?
  2. Hawaii Supreme Court: Disenfranchise 121,494 Military, Dependents, Students
  3. HELCO announces plans to expand geothermal energy on Hawaii Island
  4. AFSCME Comes Out Against Pension Spiking
  5. Hawaii Caucus Power: Gasoline from Pineapples?
  6. Hawaii Legislative Races Cost Less than 1990s
  7. HNN: Emergency rooms bursting at seams
  8. Hawaii Ranks Last in Long Term Care Beds
  9. Outdoor Circle makes bid to join lawsuit against rail
  10. Council On Revenues Revises Hawaii's Economic Outlook Downward; New Forecast Will Impact State Budget
  11. Strategy: City Begins Enforcement Of New Sidewalk Law
  12. Heirakuji: Transition will not slow work on homelessness
  13. SA: Keep close eye on geothermal funds
  14. Hawaii Top Ten Polluters
  15. Hawaii hotels 86% full; rates average $309 per room
  16. Hawaii Wind-farms: Banks Laugh All the way to the Bank
  17. Blackwater Fallujah lawsuit settled
  18. Trial Date Set for Pflueger Kaloko Manslaughter Case
  19. KEO provides 44 with permanent housing during 90-Day Plan
  20. GGP Seeks to Refinance $1.3 Billion Loan on Ala Moana Mall
  21. Land and Power: Case Family’s Nature Conservancy Grabs for Wet Forests, Reefs
  22. Price of Pelosi: $61K
  23. $34M for Kapolei National Guard Maintenance Shop
  24. Strange Doings in East Oahu Cemetery
  25. University of Hawaii Head Football Coach's Contract Secrecy Called "Orwellian"
  26. Hawaii saw record-high gasoline prices in 2011
  27. Kihei Woman selected for IRS Taxpayer Advisory Council
  28. Police cameras going up on Big isle
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Friday, January 06, 2012
January 6, 2012 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1075 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics
  1. Associated Builders and Contractors Endorses Linda Lingle for U.S. Senate
  2. Atheist Extortion, Blackmail forced Marc Alexander to Resign
  3. Abercrombie's Homeless Coordinator Suddenly Quits
  4. HAWSCT: "Best Efforts" Are Not Good Enough In Reapportionment. But...
  5. AARP Calls for Reform of Hawaii Long Term Care
  6. Berg Proposes Measures to Remove Uninsured Motorists
  7. ALEC Economist to Address Highlights and Lowlights of Hawaii Policies
  8. Inouye’s Pirate Fishing Bill Cited as Example of Over-Criminalization
  9. Presidents Bush, Clinton to Address Opening of 2012 Hawaii Robotics Season
  10. Rail: Feds Demand More Local Taxes Before Committing Federal Funds
  11. Honolulu to Feds: OK Rail Work Or Costs Rise $100M
  12. After Abercrombie Presents Budget, CoR Suddenly Chops 3% off Projected growth Rate
  13. Obama’s Military Cuts Already Being Felt in Hawaii
  14. Abercrombie: Race to the Top Has Nothing to do with HSTA Contract
  15. Liver Patients In Fear After Closure Of Hawaii Liver Center
  16. 'Vog,' Volcanic Smog, Adds To Oahu Emergency Room Crowding
  17. Honolulu Council May Try To Take Over Water Board
  18. Civil Beat Influence Poll — Questionnaire, Toplines and Crosstab
  19. Rolling the Hawaiians: OHA’s Namuo Will Work for Crook Waihee
  20. Geothermal: Politicians Squabble over How to Divide Spoils
  21. Hanabusa: Jeff Stone’s Pet Congresswoman Hopes to Stop Kneeling Before Wealthy
  22. Case Holding $500/plate Fundraiser at Pacific Club
  23. State Ag Department Supports Hoopili
  24. DLIR Creating Positions
  25. Savio rejects Hunt’s Iroquois Point Counteroffer
  26. Company Positions itself to Profit from Anti-Plastic Hype
  27. Wisconsin Homosexuals Allegedly Loot Veterans Fund to pay for Hawaii Vacation, One Accused of Child Enticement
  28. Hawaii Lawyer Convicted as Homosexual Child Molester Denied Readmission to the DC Bar
  29. 15% cap starting to slow PV growth in some areas
  30. Maui Police Department computer analyst charged with impersonating officer, other crimes
  31. Kona coffee farmers push for law requiring package labels to show origin of beans in blends
  32. Hawaii Farmers Union recognized by national union
  33. Court Interpreter Applicants Wanted for Orientation Workshop
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Thursday, January 05, 2012
January 5, 2012 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 879 Views :: Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Hawaii GOP Announces Presidential Caucus Polling Places
  2. Reapportionment: Hawaii Supreme Court Rejects One Man-One Vote, Disenfranchises Blacks, Military Personnel
  3. Gates Foundation: Hawaii has "no plans to develop real accountability standards for teacher education"
  4. HTA Projects 3.8% Increase in Air Seats to Hawaii
  5. Nominations for the Aloha Order of Merit Accepted through Jan. 31
  6. Money: Senate Ways and Means Announces Budget Briefing Schedule
  7. Marumoto: After Budget Cuts, Dep’t of Ag Gave Away Snake Sniffer Dogs
  8. January 6 is Last Day to Comment on Federal Takeover of Hawaii Shorelines
  9. Rep Pine Cheers Opening of Pearl City Urgent Care Center
  10. Judge Marks: State Supreme Court Ruling Exposes Hawaii To Federal Lawsuit
  11. Bob Jones: Hawaii Deserves to Lose Race to The Top, DoE Should Be Burned Down
  12. Dela Cruz: Abercrombie Still Doing Nothing to Address Federal Race to the Top Issues
  13. After School Bus Collusion Uncovered, DoE Issues Legislative Report Designed to Protect Bus Companies
  14. Abercrombie Administration Seeks To Add $334.7 Million In Spending
  15. Mazie ‘Pay-to-Play’ Hirono Now Pretends to Oppose Corporate Influence in Politics
  16. After One Year in Congress, Hanabusa Emphasizes her Anti-Environmental Record, Republican Ties
  17. Cayetano candidacy would open deeper debate on rail
  18. OIP Releases Annual Report
  19. Long-Term Care Commission to hold public hearing Friday
  20. Water Latest Sticking Point for Hoopili
  21. Hawaii bankruptcies fall in 2011 for first time in five years
  22. Officials seek information on monk seal killing on Kauai
  23. Keoki Kerr to join Hawaii News Now
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Wednesday, January 04, 2012
January 4, 2012 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 815 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Iowa: Romney Beats Santorum by Eight Votes
  2. Carpenter, Case: Democrats Should Host Senate Forums Excluding Lingle
  3. Tom Berg Announces Campaign for Reelection
  4. OHA Ceded lands Settlement Designed to Give Trustees a Better View
  5. Shapiro: Public confidence in rail suffers yet another blow
  6. Poll: Only 35% of Hawaii Voters Think Delegation Represents Constituents
  7. Berg Hires Patty Teruya
  8. Could Hawaii's 2nd District Go From Most Liberal to Most Conservative?
  9. Hawaii: 13 Gay Civil Unions, 69 more Authorized
  10. SA: After HMC Debacle, Tripler Pulls Our Fat From Fire
  11. Expansion of Geothermal plant to shave power cost on Big Isle
  12. Opponents of wind projects opt to voice concerns through radio spots
  13. Hoku Gets Another Week of Free Electricity, Idaho Power Steamed
  14. Legislature to Bring Back Non-Judicial Foreclosures
  15. GMOs: Honolulu Council is Last Bulwark Against Luddites
  16. Police: Fireworks Citations Drop 87%
  17. Charter Schools Push Back Against Legislative Critics
  18. Developers Fail in Push to Loosen Maui’s ‘Show-Me-The-Water’ Rules
  19. Yagong pushes for Hawaii County solid waste privatization
  20. No federal funding for TMT, official says
  21. DoE Owes Legislature Dozens of Reports Mandated in 2011
  22. Stopping Oahu School Bus Service Would Save Millions
  23. HECO Proposes On Bill Financing for Solar Water Heaters
  24. Attorney Files $10B Harassment Suit against Tripler over “Reverse Oreo”
  25. University of Hawaii Releases Norm Chow's Head Football Coaching Contract; Won't Disclose His Salary
  26. Proposal for 25% of UH Faculty to be Native Hawaiian
  27. Pacific Resource Partnership seeks to intervene in Honolulu rail lawsuit
  28. “A Night of Hope” Friday, February 3 at Blaisdell Arena
  29. Hunt Development Joins Missouri Memorial Assn
  30. Enviros Seize Control of Corporations from Stockholders, Plan to Run them into Ground
  31. Obama Admin Retaliates Against Immigration Agents Who Deny Visas
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Tuesday, January 03, 2012
January 3, 2012 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 840 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. After Secret Selection Process, Abercrombie Names 1980s Old Boy Tom Okamura to Aiea House Seat
  2. VIDEO: Lingle Campaign Focuses on Tourism Job Growth
  3. Hawaii County Releasing Geothermal Working Group Report
  4. Update: Hawaii's Civil Union Lawsuit Dismissed Due to No Cause of Action
  5. National Media Already Looking at Hawaii GOP Caucus
  6. Hawaii Republican Party changes caucuses in hopes of gaining more members
  7. Star-Adv to DoE: Fudge the 180 Day Law instead of Using Failure to Demand Another $50M
  8. Slater: Star-Adv Headline Just Plain Wrong
  9. 2012: First Open Senate Race Since 1976
  10. Plastic bag laws well-intended but cause more harm than good
  11. Computer glitch delays getting civil unions applications
  12. DoE Bus Contracting System Obscures Basis of Competition
  13. Mainland –Style Group Seeks to Organize Hispanics
  14. Grand Wailea: Free iPads for First 10 Gay Civil Unions
  15. City Councilman Tom Berg to announce re-election plans
  16. Redistricting Hawaii Co Council: Brittany Smart Not Seeking Another Council Term
  17. State has created an online list that lets Homeowners compare rates from 14 Insurers
  18. Office vacancies continue climb
  19. Hybrid Owner Sues Honda For Low Gas Mileage
  20. Florida Murder Suspect Changes Name, Gets Hawaii Drivers License
  21. Ex-prisoner, held beyond jail term, asks for review of claims
  22. Driverless trains reflect not just new technology but also rigid labour laws
  23. DLIR Releases Hawaii Directory of "Green" Employers
  24. Barack Obama and the Enemies Within
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Monday, January 02, 2012
January 2, 2012 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1038 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Panos Drops Out of 2012 Mayoral Campaign
  2. Dinesh D’Souza to Address Heritage Foundation Honolulu Dinner
  3. Meet the Profiteer Behind Hawaii Medical Marijuana Cards
  4. PREL: Hawaiian Students Failing, So Give Us More Money
  5. Post-HMC Desperation: Tripler to bolster state's trauma network
  6. Legislative Commissioner: Stimulus Money Helped DoE Keep Bloated Bureaucracy
  7. Civil Unions Give Couples 71 benefits and 290 rights under Hawaii Law
  8. Boon for Tourism: Taiwan May Get Visa Waivers
  9. DOE held on to $34.2M from 2010
  10. Occupy Honolulu: KHON Should be Forced off the Air
  11. Occupy Wall Street Protests Outside Pelosi’s Kona Resort
  12. HFD: "No Significant Decline In Fireworks Related Calls"
  13. Harassed over Dead Fish, PETCO Agrees to Stop Selling Hawaii Species in Local Stores
  14. Surfing moves to wipe out drug cheats after death of the sport's triple world champion
  15. Obama Leaving
  16. Deedy Leaves Hawaii
  17. Aurora Foundation Hosts New Years Eve Fundraiser on Kauai
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Sunday, January 01, 2012
January 1, 2012 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1054 Views :: Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Broken Trust Gang finally Imposes Gay Unions on Hawaii
  2. Barrel Tax: When Can Taxpayers Believe What They Hear?
  3. Hawai’i Free Press Editor to Address Pro-Life Group Jan 17
  4. John Fund to Headline Smart Business Hawaii Conference Jan. 11
  5. Hawaii March for Life Jan 22
  6. Exclusive Hawaii Premiere: Battle for Brooklyn, Academy Award Contending Documentary About Eminent Domain
  7. Hawaii Ct App Upholds Attorneys Fees For Eminent Domain Appeals
  8. Cayetano to Run for Mayor?
  9. Hawaii 2012: Pivotal Year Could Draw Record Political Spending
  10. Star-Adv: Hawaii GOP sees March 13 caucus as recruiting opportunity
  11. 200 Long Term Care Patients Left With No Place to go
  12. Activists: Out-of State Gay Marriages Now Recognized in Hawaii
  13. Judge Steven Alm's probation program brings change
  14. New Law Requires Employers Make Accommodation for TRO Filings
  15. Maoists, Anti-Semites Protest Outside Obama Vacation Hope
  16. Snobs Suppress New Years Celebrations
  17. Medical miracle
  18. 'Lost Kingdom': How Hawaii became part of U.S.
  19. Two Hawaii Ships On Most Endangered List
  20. NYT: China's Shaky Economic Foundation
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Saturday, December 31, 2011
December 31, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 873 Views :: Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics
  1. Mufi Hannemann and Ernie Martin Operative: Patty Teruya Forced out by Ethics Investigation
  2. Hoku Can’t Pay Its Electric bill in Idaho, Freezing Temps May Destroy $390M plant
  3. Update: Hawaii's Civil Union Law Greeted With Lawsuit, But No Injunction
  4. DLNR Seeks Nominees for Forestry Committees
  5. Abercrombie Releases $63.7M in CIP Funds
  6. Full Text: PUC Annual Report
  7. Abercrombie Running on Lingle’s Record
  8. 2011: Dope, Taxes, and a Senate Without a Prayer
  9. Visitor Spending Up 15 Percent This Year Through November
  10. Gabbard Calls for Repeal of DOMA after being Targeted by Gays
  11. Rod Tam begins jail sentence
  12. Agent accused in fatal shooting can travel
  13. 3rd Monk Seal Death not ‘suspicious’
  14. Food truck crackdown spurs move to alter law
  15. Protesters now occupy city sidewalk
  16. Navy Captain Called Workers ‘Slackers” so Tripler faces $20 million racial discrimination lawsuit
  17. Federal judge throws out Guam firing range lawsuit
  18. Bringing Mainland Tribal Troubles to Hawaii
  19. In first year, ignition interlock law called a success
  20. 50,000 year old Moss found Growing In Hawaii
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Friday, December 30, 2011
December 30, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 805 Views :: Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Obama Admin, Heritage Foundation Look Toward Consumer Incentives in Medicaid Reform
  2. Hawaii has Nation's Highest Mortgage Balances, Payments
  3. FTA: No Commitment on Federal Funds, Rail Demolition May Begin
  4. State Senate to Censor Senators’ Online Comments
  5. EPIC FAIL: None of DoE High Schools, only One Middle School Meets Requirements of 180-day law
  6. Oral Arguments in Hawaii State Reapportionment Challenge Set for January 4
  7. More Financial Troubles: Wahiawa General Had Been Prepared To Cut Jobs, Hours To Stay Afloat
  8. HART Chair Carrie Okinaga's New Gig: First Hawaiian Lawyer
  9. Hawaiian Electric blending news and advertising
  10. Energy Efficiency? Hawaii Spends $117 per Capita and Reduces Electricity Usage only 1%
  11. State-Run Superferry Bill Coming Back
  12. A five-course meal at Honolulu's priciest restaurant after golf with his hooker-loving buddy
  13. Hawaii churches fight civil unions law
  14. Occupy protesters pushed out of Thomas Square
  15. Occupy Hawaii Island Movement Plans Protest Near Pelosi's Posh Hawaiian Hotel
  16. City Completes Survey of Thomas Park, Occupy is Camping in Park Illegally
  17. Should property tax exemptions for Hawaiian Homes lessees be ended?
  18. PBN Looks Towards 2012:
  19. Will Obama Pay if Iraq Spirals?
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Thursday, December 29, 2011
December 29, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1074 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Assisted suicide still a no-go in Aloha State
  2. Berg Wins Backing for New Waianae Access Road Study
  3. Full Text: US DoJ Memo Suddenly Legalizes In-State Online Gaming
  4. Hawaii's Civil Union Law Greeted With Lawsuit
  5. Lingle Ranked #2 in Construction Job Growth, Abercrombie Ranks #38
  6. Under Lingle State Saved $20M in Electricity Costs, Abercrombie Claims Credit
  7. Pali Momi, Wahiawa General: ‘Standing Room Only’
  8. Republican National Committee Ted Liu vs Willes Lee
  9. Organic Cultists Shocked: Aloun Farms Growing GMO Corn
  10. Wanna-Be Hawaii Electric Vehicle Manufacturer Goes Bankrupt In Korea
  11. Wasted In Hawaii Site Satires Obama Vacation
  12. Hawaii Kai Realtor Fired for Challenging Gay Lords
  13. Gays Demand Catholics Hand over Children
  14. Put state on spending diet rather than impose soda tax
  15. Rep Fontaine Leading Charge for Kihei High School Project
  16. Hawaii loses 3,200 retail jobs in five years
  17. Hawaii sheds 1,000 government jobs since 2006
  18. DOE Substitutes Must Have College Degrees In 2012
  19. SA: Plague of Frogs unless Fees hikes, positions created
  20. Maui: 30 Eco-Faddists Protest Because Aquarium Fish Dies
  21. Another Monk Seal Found Dead on Molokai
  22. Hawaii teamsters endorse Mufi Hannemann for congress
  23. Hawaii ranked tops for energy investment savings
  24. Island seniors encouraged to weigh in on long-term care report
  25. Obama nominates new chief of US Pacific Command
  26. Amid Arlington Grave Issues, VA Says Punchbowl Review 'Not Necessary'
  27. Hawaii Supreme Court to Convene in Kapolei to Hear Arguments Involving Marital Property Dispute
  28. Stephens Media owner in deal to buy 16 papers from NY Times
  29. MF Global chief missing $1.2B is financial adviser to EPA
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Wednesday, December 28, 2011
December 28, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1051 Views :: Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Jihadi Wanna-be Names Names in New York and Hawaii
  2. Organ Transplant, Bio-Fuel Tax Credits, Fee Increases may be Fast-Tracked by Legislature
  3. Public Hearing on Leeward Oahu School Impact Fees
  4. Island Democrats prepare to challenge “open primary” election law
  5. Bankrupt Hospitals Now Say 500 Workers Laid Off
  6. Excessive OT for Ambulance Workers Highlights Strain on Pension System
  7. Hanabusa One Year Serving Campaign Donors
  8. Website slams Obama's Hawaiian vacation
  9. WSJ: HSTA Contract is Major Stumbling Block
  10. Omidyar Site: If Bridge Aina Lea is Appealed, Higher Court Could Create New Precedent
  11. Star-Adv Says Let the Criminals Run Free
  12. Tax Credit Scammers: Solar is Married to tax Credits, Wind is Object of Derision
  13. Fireworks: Snobs Take Fun out of New Years
  14. Large part of Waikiki will be razed for Queen’s development
  15. Hawaii Supreme Court Rules ‘Known or Obvious Danger’ Defense Not Viable
  16. Hawaii Primary Late But Not Latest
  17. Iannucci reflects on era of change at KPD
  18. Another Homeless Camp Murder
  19. Civil Unions Rev “Anticipating Kinks”
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Tuesday, December 27, 2011
December 27, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 897 Views :: Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics
  1. VIDEO: Charles Djou Christmas in Afghanistan
  2. Every Honolulu Emergency Room Closed to Ambulances Thanks to HMC Debacle
  3. State Releases 128 High Risk Repeat Offenders without Supervision
  4. SA: Why is Abercrombie Rewarding School Bus Contractors with $25M While FBI Investigates Bid Rigging?
  5. HGEA DoTAX Workers Cost HGEA $56.7M
  6. Kailua MD: 'Medical industry' ran afoul when it adopted manufacturing ideas
  7. Act 221 Scammers: When Big Wind Dies, all will be lost
  8. UH Scrambles to Block Evaluation of UH Education School
  9. Is Athletic Program under UH Control or UH-Manoa Control?
  10. Federal agency gives $10.7M to isle homelessness efforts
  11. 28 Families Awarded Homestead Leases on Maui
  12. Energy Efficient Lighting Causes Cancer, Kills Birds, Turtles
  13. Can Pro-Business Charity Pay For Rail Lawsuit?
  14. Hawaii couples planning first civil unions for New Year’s Day 2012
  15. Hawaii New Year's fireworks ban plays a different tune
  16. Solyndra: Politics infused Obama energy programs
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Monday, December 26, 2011
December 26, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 817 Views :: Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics
  1. Big Wind, Big Cable: To Stampede Legislature, HECO Trumpets High Rates
  2. Land Swap: City Hedges its Rail Bet
  3. DoE, HSTA Begin Finger Pointing over Loss of Race to the Top Funds
  4. Obama Admin: Hawaii DoE in Danger of Losing Funding
  5. Advertiser suddenly Likes School Sports
  6. Inouye Orders Obama to Come up With Micronesia Action Plan
  7. Coast Guard enforcing Oahu security zone
  8. Nuns describe what life was like for Mother Marianne Cope
  9. CATO Institute: Ron Paul is Abhorrent
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Sunday, December 25, 2011
December 25, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1117 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. How Christmas Came to Hawaii
  2. In Hoc Anno Domini: So the light came into the world
  3. View Back Provides Valuable Insights
  4. HB 608: Legislators Could Have Saved HMC Organ Transplant Center Last Year—Bill Was Killed at Last Minute
  5. After Lowering Tax Revenue Estimates, Rail Now Claims to Exceed
  6. Honolulu Rail Costs $7,600 Per Person
  7. Con artists could take advantage of New Mortgage Refinancing Program
  8. Aloha Stadium Security Somehow Misses ATM Theft in Broad Daylight
  9. Pelosi Slips Quietly into Big Island Resort
  10. Hawaii Had Internet First, Blew It
  11. Chinese Government Propaganda Reporter to Edit Kauai Garden Isle
  12. Global Warmers Cry Because They Can No Longer Blame Everything on Global Warming
  13. After Obama Withdraws Troops, Iraq PM Warns of ‘Rivers of Blood’
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Saturday, December 24, 2011
December 24, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 877 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. How Christmas Came to Hawaii
  2. Europe Non-Stop to Hawaii: Airlines cleared to use Santa's short-cut
  3. Fed Once-Secret Central Pacific Bank Loan Data Released to Public
  4. Malulani Foundation Continues Push for New Hospital in Kihei
  5. DLNR, Ritte Accuse Molokai Residents of Killing Monk Seals
  6. Chief Justice Recktenwald Appoints DesJardins as District Court Judge on Maui
  7. Hirono, Hanabusa Vote Against One Year Extension of Payroll Tax Cut
  8. ‘Green’ Energy: HECO Launches Propaganda Blasts Designed to Stampede Legislature
  9. X-Mas Present: Abercrombie Administration Approves Another Insurance Rate Hike
  10. Kam Schools Spent $106M on DoE Programs
  11. Hilo: School Janitor Allegedly Phone in Threats
  12. Snakes, Coqui Deployed in Effort to Rustle Up More HGEA, UPW Positions
  13. Sierra Club, Greenies, team up to Extract More Money from Ratepayers, Consumers
  14. Hilo Mortician Gets Fate Waihee Evades
  15. 9th Circuit Overrules Seabright, Kiddie Porn Seized by TSA is Admissible
  16. Judicial panel's chief led way to rule change
  17. Hawaii joins other states in supporting cigarette labels
  18. Inouye Endorses Congressional Candidate Takano in CA-47
  19. President Obama starts delayed Hawaii vacation
  20. Obama Blames Hawaii For His Laziness
  21. Revolving Door: Kauai Garden Isle Editor Takes Utility Job
  22. HNN Video: 25th Infantry Soldiers talk one-on-one
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Friday, December 23, 2011
December 23, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1020 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics
  1. AG Louie: Assisted Suicide Not Legal in Hawaii
  2. Pacific Command studying negative attitudes toward Hawaii's public schools
  3. Abercrombie's "Surplus" Comes out of Your Pocket
  4. National Journal: Hawaii Democrats Running Scared Through Primary Minefield
  5. In Defense of the Plastic Bag
  6. A Primer on Bridge Aina Lea Case
  7. City Has Two Multiple-Convicted Felons Working Crime Scenes
  8. U.S. Education Secretary: Hawaii Lacks 'Sense of Urgency'
  9. Victory Achieved, so End in Sight for HSTA's Complaint Against Hawaii?
  10. Hawaii unlikely to absorb all HMC employees
  11. Medved Show – 12/21/2011 -H2 – Lesbian couple’s lawsuit claims discrimination by Hawaii BnB
  12. Honolulu Council Chair Ernie Martin to Push Plastic Bag Ban
  13. Gary Hooser Demands We Keep the Homeless Homeless
  14. Clean Energy Scammers Rejoice: To Stampede Legislature and Justify High Electric Rates, HECO Begins Running TV Propaganda
  15. 23.6/kwh Hawaii Solar Developer Laughs All the Way to the Bank
  16. Omidyar Front Group Seeks to Unite TEA Party, Occupy behind Push for Higher Fuel, Electricity Prices
  17. Federal Judge Throws Out Discrimination Complaint Against Six Hawaii Farms
  18. Legislators Again Consider State-Run Superferry
  19. Navy gets OK to buy two Hawaii Superferries
  20. Documents about Eric Lighter from a lost archive
  21. Mufi Operative Complains that Republicans Support Lingle
  22. Hawaii Division of Financial Institutions is requesting 41 additional Fees
  23. Hawaii REIT to Launch IPO
  24. Alexander & Baldwin's CEO Discusses Separation Plan Announcement - Conference Call Transcript
  25. Hawaii Cracks Down on Beachfront Property Owners in Kahala
  26. How To Donate To Philippine Typhoon Relief
  27. Prosecutor had no grounds to charge officers of puppy mill's corporate owner
  28. Obamacare will Hike Insurance Rates 14% per year
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Thursday, December 22, 2011
Letters to the Editor, December, 2011
By Letters to the Editor :: 318 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics

Hawaii County: Government Without Limits

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Thursday, December 22, 2011
December 22, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 799 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Big Victory for HSTA: Obama Admin Seizes Control of Hawaii RTTT Funds
  2. Hawaiian Telcom to Impose Contract on IBEW; Legal Challenge Anticipated
  3. End of Year Tax Reminders
  4. NYT: Lingle is Change Candidate
  5. Leukemia: Bone Marrow Patients Must Go To Mainland Now
  6. 14 State Tax Employees Under Investigation
  7. Star-Adv: $75M grant at risk
  8. Timber! Hawaii County Bag Ban Will Lead to Increased Paper bag Use
  9. Multi-Kilo Dope Minister to be Charged With Money Laundering
  10. PUC Allows Green Energy Scammers to Save $40K By Making their Electricity Even Less Reliable
  11. Solar Contractor Tries to get Legislators Drunk
  12. Hawaii Veterans Have Lower Unemployment
  13. Sovereignty Scammer Lighter Convicted in Tax Evasion Case
  14. Hawaiian Increasing Seoul-Honolulu Service to Daily
  15. Inouye Slips CoFA Fix into Appropriations Bill
  16. Kauai County Sits on $57M
  17. Kauai Councilman Could Face Jail over Home Improvements
  18. Pacific Wings contests Kalaupapa subsidies award
  19. Honolulu's Response to Too-Popular Service: Stop Offering It
  20. Al-Qaeda Bombs Shia to Stoke Sectarian Tensions in Iraq
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Wednesday, December 21, 2011
December 21, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 871 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. How Christmas Came to Hawaii
  2. KOS: Ed Case is Vile Mockery
  3. Hirono, Hanabusa: Goebbels is not Proud of Us
  4. Hawaii One of Only Seven States Where Unemployment is not Dropping
  5. Wall Street Journal John Fund Heading to Hawaii for Smart Business Hawaii Conference
  6. HMC Closure Challenges Abercrombie Administration, Congressional Delegation
  7. EMS Makes Heroic Effort, Kuakini Admissions up 150%
  8. St. Francis Healthcare CEO will retire
  9. Shan Tsutsui Tries to Explain Bond Sale
  10. Auditor Reviews Public Libraries, DOE, OHA Funds
  11. HSTA Fails Teachers so badly they must seek second jobs
  12. Inouye Slips Full E-W Center Funding into Appropriations Bill
  13. Legislators Plan Whole New Charter School System
  14. Shakedown: Ritte Demands “Profit Sharing” With Molokai Cruise Yacht Operator
  15. Big Island County Council to Vote on Plastic Bag Ban
  16. SA: Keep domestic violence victims in our hearts
  17. Schizophrenic Stabs Board and Care Home Operator After Fridge is Padlocked
  18. Global Horizons Trafficking Trial Set for February 2012 Delayed Seven Months
  19. Civil Beat Still Crying About Extra Police Patrols in Waikiki
  20. Civil Beat Still Crying about Imprisoned Multi-Kilo Dope Dealer
  21. North Korea, budget cuts among topics at military conference
  22. Chow says nothing is official on Hawaii
  23. Kailua Neighbors Give Obama Thumbs Down on Job Performance
  24. Kiwis, Omidyar team up to Launch Dairy
  25. Need A Job? AP Wants You in the Legislature
  26. Rolling waves not joints
  27. Another surfer admits they are all on drugs
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Tuesday, December 20, 2011
December 20, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 948 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Medicare Fraud: FBI Investigating Failed HMC Buyer
  2. Abercrombie Schemes to make Legislators do Heavy Lifting, Introduces Budget with More Spending, No Tax Hike
  3. Secret Furloughs? Two More Executive Orders Appear on Abercrombie Website
  4. Pilago Seen as Swing Vote on Hawaii County Bag Ban
  5. Hawaii Congressional Delegation: How They Voted December 19, 2011
  6. How Christmas Came to Hawaii
  7. Mixed emotions as Schofield troops leave Iraq
  8. Army Cancels Plans To Deploy Entire 29th Infantry
  9. Governor sees surplus even if nobody else can
  10. Radcliffe: Legalize Hawaii’s $1B Illegal Gambling Business
  11. Queen's Applies For Organ Transplant Program
  12. Filling the organ transplant void may take one year
  13. Hochberg, ADF to Defend Against Lesbian Suit
  14. Gays aren’t Spending Much on Union Ceremonies
  15. Fluke: State Judge Rules in Favor of Billion Dollar Developer
  16. Hawaii personal income growth lags nation
  17. Charter Schools' 'Glaring Concerns' Raised at Briefing
  18. Legislators to Take Hurricane off Hurricane Fund
  19. $490M in Hawaii Pork in Senate Spending Bill
  20. Pope approves miracles of Blesseds Marianne Cope and Kateri Tekakwitha
  21. Anxiety, hope fill island Koreans
  22. Honolulu Property Tax Overhaul Dead On Arrival?
  23. Kamehameha Schools wins $1.4M settlement in alleged breach case
  24. Typo Makes Gabbard Frontrunner
  25. Forbes: Bank of Hawaii 2nd Most Profitable in Nation
  26. KIUC getting set up for solar—Installs 1st of 3 Giant Battery Systems
  27. Cruise Allowed To Return To Molokai Next Month
  28. Failure is a key component of learning
  29. UH OKs contract negotiation with Norm Chow to lead Warrior Football team
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Monday, December 19, 2011
December 19, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 723 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Abercrombie Doubles Down on Policies Which Killed HMC Hospitals
  2. State Joins Lawsuit Seeking to Force Hawaii Kai Homeowner to Rent Room to Lesbians
  3. VIDEO: Representative George Fontaine's Christmas Message 2011
  4. Schofield soldiers return to Hawaii as part of the last group of U.S. forces to leave Iraq
  5. Abercrombie: No apologies--I Always Get Elected Because People Disagree With Me
  6. City Risk Manager Steered Rail Insurance Contract to Marsh
  7. State Could Pay Millions for HGEA's Favored Nation Perk
  8. Decoupling Contributes to latest HECO Rate Hike
  9. Bond Sale Doesn't Affect Ed Department's Capital Improvement Plans
  10. Honolulu Seawater Air Conditioning does pipeline survey
  11. Ernie Els Golf Course Has Yet to Deliver on Ewa Community Benefits
  12. Alleged Multi-Kilo Dope Dealer Still in Jail and Civil Beat is Really Upset
  13. Nonprofits benefit from HI-5 donations
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Sunday, December 18, 2011
December 18, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 896 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Kalapa: Legislature Will Turn its Attention to Gaming
  2. Rep Pine Renews Push for Cybercrime Legislation
  3. Last American Troops Leave Iraq Marking End of War
  4. As environmental lawsuit looms, city has contracted out nearly $3 billion for Rail
  5. New study offers ways to streamline the justice system to ease overcrowding
  6. SA: Tread lightly in reforming property tax
  7. Machida: Public employee pension spiking is expensive flaw that needs fixing
  8. Bidding irregularity and delays imperil rail insurance program
  9. Wahiawa, Pali Momi already Filled Up with Waianae Coast Emergency Patients
  10. With More Vacation Days and Separate Travel, Price of Obama’s Annual Hawaiian Holiday Rises to $4M
  11. Financial Exploitation of Senior Draws Prison Term
  12. Snob Power: HPD to arrest any Juveniles Caught Setting off Fireworks
  13. Developer: Haseko has gone the extra mile to be a good neighbor in Ewa Beach
  14. Kauai Water Rates to Jump 11% per Year every year til 2014
  15. Hawaii County property tax system being audited
  16. The Betrayal of Liliuokalani an Embarrassment to Researchers
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Saturday, December 17, 2011
December 17, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1111 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics
  1. Federal Funding Rejection Reveals DoE Scheme to Profit by Labeling More Children “Special Needs”
  2. As Delisting Looms, Material Misrepresentation by Hoku Solar?
  3. Star-Advertiser: Occupy brought “Heady Whiff of Revolution” to a “Self-Important Democracy”
  4. Hawaii Loses Only Organ Transplant Center
  5. First complaint filed under new city ordinance against personal property on sidewalks
  6. Hawaii high court will hear reapportionment challenge on Jan. 4
  7. Moribund Politics: Hawaii’s Legislative Candidates Fundraising Totals Stable over 2 decades
  8. Federal Judge Overturns LUC Theft of Bridge Aina Lea Zoning
  9. Planted? 1 Ounce Of Drugs At Police Major's House, Not Half-Pound
  10. Doper trying to Reduce Sentence in Grow-Op Murder, Dismemberment
  11. Charter school dismisses state audit
  12. After Oahu Farm Workers Fall Ill, State Inspectors Look Into Workers' Safety, Food Security
  13. Mokulele: Non-Stop to Chicago, One Stop to London
  14. Young Brothers gets OK to raise interisland shipping rates
  15. Abercrombie refusing to Release Funds for Kauai Emergency Bypass Road
  16. Romney's $10,000 wager was right
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Friday, December 16, 2011
December 16, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1283 Views :: Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics
  1. Inouye: I Dumped Akaka Bill in Last Minute Horse-Trading
  2. Mysterious DoTax Internal Security Breach Referred for Investigation
  3. How Christmas Came to Hawaii
  4. Reliance on government jobs weakens Honolulu's recovery
  5. Hirono: Taxpayers Must Buy Dope For the Jobless
  6. Abercrombie: Lanai, Molokai Must Accept Big Wind
  7. Cronyism, Horse-Trading in Abercrombie’s Coup at Ag Corp
  8. Audit Rips Hawaii Charter Schools
  9. After Expose, Competition Returns For Hawaii School Bus Contracts
  10. HPD major accused of extortion released on bond again
  11. City anticipates revenue increase
  12. Archeologist for Haseko Challenges Claims About Native Hawaiian Cultural Sites
  13. Study: Honolulu 15th ‘most secure’ large U.S. city
  14. HMC, former St. Francis hospitals, shutting down
  15. Youth Correctional Facility Cleans Up Its Act
  16. HSTA’s 2012 Legislative Priorities
  17. Your Tax Dollars At Work: Hoku faces possible delisting by Nasdaq
  18. Ewa Developer's Switch from Marina to Lagoon Raises Legal Issues
  19. Ohio, Va., ready to fight military cuts—Lazy Hawaii says, Let Inouye Handle It
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Thursday, December 15, 2011
December 15, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1108 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Hakim “Islam Day” Ouansafi to Direct Hawaii Public Housing Agency
  2. IBEW Votes Down Hawaiian Tel Contract Offer
  3. Roll Call: Hanabusa Refuses to Endorse Hirono
  4. HSTA: Abercrombie Admin Exaggerated Crisis During Legislative Session
  5. Broken Trust Waihee rouses OHA Cronies with Latest Plan to Squeeze Hawaiians out of State Akaka Tribe
  6. Political Radar: Romney. Paul Enter Hawaii GOP Caucuses
  7. Hawaii to Seek More Financial Disclosure From Super PACs
  8. Hawaii 2010 Legislative Campaigns Raked in $5M in Total Contributions
  9. Rejected: CBS Apology for Hawaii Five-O Crew Actions During World War II Commemoration
  10. Three More HPD Officers Face Criminal Charges
  11. Simon Wiesenthal Center Hits Democrat Bloggers’ Anti-Semitism
  12. Hawaii Congressional Delegation Larded With Millionaires
  13. Obama's isle vacation will be expensive
  14. State Medicaid spending soars 22.7%
  15. Honolulu housing costs eclipse most of nation
  16. DHHL Waiting List Offered Leases Again
  17. Farrington High School To Modernize Campus
  18. Half Vacant Aloha Tower Market Place Tenants Urging State To Ink Deal With Developer
  19. Koloa Camp residents to be evicted by Case Family Grove Farm
  20. Assaults have tenants seeking more control
  21. Settlement in Hokulia Bypass Case
  22. St. Francis Healthcare blocks bid to sell HMC hospitals
  23. The Gas Co. producing renewable natural gas
  24. Hawaii-based soldiers give eye exams to Waianae elementary school students
  25. Hawaii to Iraq and Back, No Easy Road
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Wednesday, December 14, 2011
December 14, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1299 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics
  1. Education Week: If Hawaii Doesn’t Lose its Race to the Top Money, Something is Wrong
  2. Mitt Romney and Ron Paul Register for Hawaii Republican Caucus
  3. Inouye Donors Score $99M in Earmarks with Only $166K in contributions—But He’s not #1 in Pork
  4. $149M: Inouye Makes Hirono #1 Sponsor of Earmarks in US House for 2010
  5. Curtis: HECO has Failed to Look at Alternatives to Big Wind, Should be Denied Rate Hikes to Cover Costs
  6. Predictably, Star-Advertiser Uses DHHL Suit to Argue for Akaka Bill
  7. Things go Better With Coke: Ernie Martin Holding Another Fundraiser as Mayoral Race Looms
  8. DoE/HSTA: No Progress on Key RTTT Proposals Since June 17
  9. DoE Exporting Millions in Hawaii Tax Credits to Mainland Company
  10. NYT Rips Parent Company of Hawaii Technology Academy
  11. Failing, Castle Complex Simply Changes Grading System to Make It Look Good
  12. Hawaii 47th State to Adopt Anti-Bullying Laws
  13. McMackin’s Salary Just the Tip of Greenwood’s Iceberg
  14. Abercrombie to Bellow About “Success” on Monday
  15. Oahu's North Shore To Host Hawaii's Largest Wind Farm – Just in time to Collect Federal Tax Credits
  16. $77K/year and still eligible: Hawaii Gives Away Insurance to Little Rich Kids
  17. Broken Trustee Sues Pioneer Seed Grower on Behalf of Kauai Luddites
  18. Although Honolulu PD Actively Opposes Legalization of Gambling; Officer’s Wife is Fronting Group Pushing Mainlanders’ Waikiki Casino Schemes
  19. Memminger Signs up With CCA
  20. Occupy Honolulu: Meeting with Mayor Didn't Go Well
  21. Funded by State’s Richest Resident, Progressives Get Together to Complain about Influence of Money in Politics
  22. Inouye Pushes to Featherbed Nursing Staffs
  23. Marriott Says Waikiki Edition Takeover Product of Conspiracy by Aqua
  24. Hawaiian Air unveils neighbor isle travel program with lower fares
  25. APEC - Representatives Gene Ward and Aaron Ling Johanson discuss Hawaii's Premier Event
  26. Hannemann Picks Up Labor Backing
  27. Small businesses should be supported, not taxed
  28. $30K Reward Offered In Papaya Destruction Case
  29. Hawaii AG Joins California in Supporting Genocide Insurance Law
  30. Republicans push payroll tax cut bill through House, despite White House veto threat
  31. Obama, Terrorists Cheer US Withdrawal from Iraq
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Tuesday, December 13, 2011
December 13, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1293 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. What to Do about Drug Shortages
  2. $149M: Inouye Makes Hirono #1 Sponsor of Earmarks in US House for 2010
  3. Curtis: HECO has Failed to Look at Alternatives to Big Wind, Should be Denied Rate Hikes to Cover Costs
  4. As rooftop solar surges, states hit brakes
  5. VIDEO: Jones Act Impact on Hawaii Business
  6. Drunken Abercrombie assistant fined for refusing to leave Waikiki bar
  7. Hawaii 5-0 Crew Insults Pearl Harbor Survivors at Punchbowl
  8. OHA: Hilo Meeting on Settlement is “Contentious”
  9. OHA Fails to Elect Replacement for Mossman, Kicks Decision to Abercrombie
  10. Survey: 41% say “Arrest Ritte”
  11. Judge refuses to Boot Cayetano, Others from Rail Case
  12. Bert Kobayashi is Author of Secret Study Approving Ansaldo Bond
  13. Tokuda: Education Reform Depends on Legislature Voting to Restrict its own Powers
  14. Scathing Audit: Honolulu Ambulance Service Lacking
  15. The Supernova Syndrome
  16. Real Life Version of "The Descendants" Now Playing In Court
  17. DHHL Pretends to try to tackle waiting list
  18. Property Tax Changes on deck for Kauai
  19. Video: Representative Cynthia Thielen and Jay Fidell discuss Wave Energy 2011
  20. Full Text: Sidewalk Property Ordinance
  21. Hawaii Pimp Gets 10 Years For Child Sex-Trafficking
  22. How Ranked-Choice Voting Silenced 31,500 Voters
  23. NEW ATTACKS ON THE JONES ACT
  24. WaPo: Dan Akaka Demands to Know Why Teenagers Can’t Buy Abortion Pills without Prescription
  25. Hirono Still Trying to use Micronesians to Score more Bucks
  26. Hawaii-based soldiers to return from Iraq
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Monday, December 12, 2011
December 12, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1129 Views :: Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Poll of Hard-Core Hawaii Democrats gives Hirono 18-pt Lead over Case
  2. Flood of Money Pours into Lingle Campaign
  3. Duke Aiona Undecided About 2014
  4. Need $15,000? OHA Giving Away More Cash
  5. Supreme Court asks for Federal Input on Challenge to Hawaii Admission Act, Hawaiian Homes Commission Act
  6. Lingle: Grow the Economy to Raise Revenue
  7. Ed Case: Raise Taxes and Cut Defense Spending
  8. Sam Aiona, Dylan Nonaka Join Forces in Hawaii Super-PAC
  9. Planned Parenthood behind New Hawaii Super-PAC
  10. Hawaii Voter Turnout Correlates to Strong Republican Challenges
  11. SA: Ritte Should be Arrested Next Time, Maybe
  12. Big Wind Brinksmanship: The Fate Of Lanai Hinges On A Los Angeles Real Estate Tycoon
  13. Ending Homelessness: Interview with Marc Alexander
  14. Star-Advertiser does another Fluff Piece on Occupy Honolulu
  15. Unitarians, Crossroads Quivering With Excitement over Gay Civil Unions
  16. HOPE Probation Comes to Seattle
  17. Outgoing FCC Commissioner Calls for Change in Rules to Outlaw HNN
  18. HPD Issues First Smoking Law Citations In Years
  19. Hawaii does not have to be a pedestrian deathtrap
  20. Foreign visitors perk up recovering hotel industry
  21. State Still Trying to Shake Money Out of Catamaran Operators
  22. Whole Foods Touts Strategy in 'Buying Local'
  23. Students want say in selection of new football coach
  24. Occupy protesters seek to shut West Coast ports
  25. The Descendants Wins Best Picture, 2nd Best Screenplay
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Sunday, December 11, 2011
December 11, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1150 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Colette Machado: I look at Kalaupapa--Native Hawaiians will fight against Assisted Suicide
  2. KOS: The perception of Occupy Honolulu is Universally Negative
  3. Verifying the Numbers a Challenge for Tax Department
  4. Church Volunteers Clean Waianae Storm Channels in Advance of Rainy Season
  5. "Accretion," Hawaii Style
  6. Hawaii Mortgage Down Payments 4th Highest in USA by Percentage
  7. Lingle Pushes back against Tax Hike
  8. City Council openings promise lively elections
  9. Gay Civil Unions Fix it Bill to Grab for Control of Children
  10. 'Forgotten' Sacrifice Honored In West Oahu
  11. Green Beret reflects on end of Afghanistan involvement
  12. Rail: 40% of the Financial Puzzle Comes Undone
  13. Pawns of Hotel Workers Local 5--Occupy Honolulu Targets Hyatt Hotel in Waikiki
  14. Inouye? Who’s That? Omidyar Continues Push to Grab Control of Non-Profit Sector
  15. Cataluna: Arrest Berg
  16. Did Burial Claim force Haseko to Abandon Marina Plan?
  17. Without Tax Credits, Solar PV More Expensive that HECO
  18. HNN Posts Video of Wind Turbine Burning
  19. Researchers uncertain about tsunami debris’ radioactivity, Certain about need for More Funding
  20. Smug Sociology Prof: UH football entertaining but unimportant
  21. As Predicted, Chaminade Asst Coach resigns, Apologizes
  22. Tsunami Aftermath: The Kona Coast has recovered, but not the Kona Village Resort
  23. Honolulu 7th Healthiest City for Women
  24. Tribal Leader: Alaska should be listed as non-self-governing territory
  25. Esther Kiaaina Plays Up Guam Roots
  26. Synagro Donates $25,000 to Support Sand Island Park Restoration Efforts
  27. Public Access Room workshops coming to Big Island December 12-17, 2011
  28. City Declaring War on Sex-for-Money Hostess Bars
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Saturday, December 10, 2011
December 10, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1312 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. China’s Startling Strategic Play in Micronesia
  2. DeMello Joins Abercrombie Communications Team
  3. Florida Marlins Holding Baseball Clinic at Schofield
  4. Gone with the Wind Subsidies
  5. VIDEO: 5 Questions with NEWS maker David Chang, Chair Hawaii Republican Party
  6. Fortunately for Abercrombie, Republicans Don’t Have a Strong Candidate for Governor in 2014
  7. Shapiro: Abercrombie’s Entire Career Built on Being Wrong
  8. We'll believe it when we see it, maybe
  9. Former Congressman Ed Case: If Hirono Wins U.S. Senate Democratic Primary, Former GOP Gov. Lingle Will Beat Her
  10. Bound for Hawaii on the wings of a soaring Australian Dollar
  11. Mayor signs abandoned property bill into law
  12. SA Cheers as Obama, Steve Case team up to Boost Business Cronies
  13. Abercrombie Sends $3M to Big Isle for no Particular Reason
  14. Laupahoehoe charter again seeks BOE relief after CSRP decision
  15. Waialua robotics teacher wins Milken award
  16. SA: Football Coach Salary Too High
  17. Onishi Lobbies Hawaii County Reapportionment, Gets Own District
  18. Bodhi Day Celebrated in Honolulu
  19. Ban likely to stifle New Year's fireworks
  20. Environmental Impact Statements for Sale?
  21. Plan seeks to replicate New Zealand's success by creating a sustainable dairy industry in the isles
  22. Traffic Fatalities Down on Big Isle
  23. State approves process to ban alcohol, drugs at Kaneohe sandbar
  24. Sold! DLNR sells all 16 Koke‘e cabins in auction’s first tier
  25. Hawaii Has Unclaimed Property
  26. 2012=1968?
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Friday, December 09, 2011
December 9, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 855 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Hirono Camp: Case Unworthy of the People of Hawaii
  2. Pay to Play Fines Unpaid: Hirono for Governor Campaign Closes Owing State Elections Fund Over $98,000
  3. It Begins: Army to Cut 8,700 Civilian Jobs in 37 States
  4. Nonaka Launches 'Hawaii Solutions'
  5. Gloves Come Off As Hawaii Senate Race Gets Going
  6. Abercrombie’s Health Czar Takes Aim at “High-Tech Services”
  7. City Audit: Only 3 of 21 Ambulances Meet Emergency Response Time Guidelines
  8. Molokai business leader fears 'erosion of rule of law'
  9. Cruise line cancels a third Molokai call after protests
  10. HSTA Blocks Laupahoehoe Charter for at Least One Year
  11. $100M: Council faces tough choices on property tax exemptions
  12. State prosecutors Continue to Harass DEA Agent over Arrest of Alleged Tweeker
  13. $25 million offered for 2 St Francis hospitals
  14. Atheists Make Honolulu Manger a Non-Profit Responsibility
  15. Obamas Not Staying at Illegal Vacation Rental This Year
  16. Marcus Oshiro to Travel to Israel
  17. Pro-Rail Activist Files IRS Complaint Against Small Business Hawaii
  18. Hawaii About to Crack Ocean Thermal Energy Conversion Roadblocks?
  19. PUC to Keep Using Outside Consultants to Drive Clean Energy Approvals
  20. New energy sources fuel interest from Secretary of the Navy
  21. Firm markets waste-to-ash technology to Hawaii hotels
  22. State to auction off forfeited property
  23. Land costs for Kona Judiciary complex range from $4.5M to $10.8M
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Thursday, December 08, 2011
December 8, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1709 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. State Sues to Get Back $39M Looted from Graves by John Waihee
  2. Ed Case: “Mazie's been selling her candidacy to DC insiders”
  3. Former State Administrators: Abercrombie’s Bond Sale Like setting up savings account by charging credit card
  4. Hawaii Physicians Rally Against Assisted Suicide
  5. Hawaii's Second Saint: Blessed Marianne Cope to be Canonized Next October?
  6. Another E-W Center Conference: Pearl Harbor Day at the NEH
  7. Obama Delays Hawaii trip after Romney hit
  8. Abercrombie Cronies Push Executive Director out of Agribusiness Development Corporation, Slip their Own Guy In
  9. Council passes abandoned property bill
  10. Waihee Tribe Disenfranchise Large Numbers of Hawaiians
  11. Hawaii Civil Unions Will Be Same as Marriage for State Income Taxes
  12. Slom: Gambling is in the Air, Bond Sale Means More Debt, More Burden for Taxpayers
  13. Military Families Support Training at Pohakuloa
  14. SA: Marines, residents should find accord
  15. Plan tightens rules for public charter schools
  16. Superferry Assassinated by a gang of granola-munching elitists and just-say-no localists and self-anointed culture-keepers
  17. Anti-GMO Luddites Fail to get GMO Bill in HSAC Legislative Package
  18. ILWU’s McElrath Rejects Occupy Attempt to Shut West Coast Ports
  19. Thielen Renews Push for Rooftop Solar On Bill Financing
  20. Video of Tom Berg Arguing With Secret Service at APEC
  21. Council grants permits for Hilton expansion
  22. Census: Median incomes highest in East Honolulu
  23. REPRESENTATIVE CORINNE CHING UNVEILS THE 2012 HERITAGE CALENDAR, "HAWAII: OUR PRECIOUS HERITAGE"
  24. Republicans Prefer Hawaii 5-0
  25. Medical Center Lab Director Has Fake PHD from Hawaii Scam School
  26. Chaminade places coach on administrative leave for racial slur
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Wednesday, December 07, 2011
December 7, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 905 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Sneak Attack: Re-write of Pearl Harbor History Awaits Death of WW2 Veterans
  2. Pearl Harbor, Civil Rights, and Hawaii Statehood
  3. Pearl Harbor Survivor to Direct ‘Mass Band Performance’ on 70th Anniversary
  4. Ewa Field Event to Mark 70th Anniversary of Attack
  5. Petition hits Hawaiian Airlines 'Price Fixing', seeks return of Superferry
  6. Hawaii Health Ranks #4 in Nation
  7. Feds Force DHS to Streamline Food Stamp Processing
  8. White House: North Korea making missile able to hit US
  9. Shapiro: Haughty Abercrombie's troubles are all his own, not Lingle's
  10. Star-Adv: New History of Pearl Harbor being Written as Generation Passes
  11. Hawaii soldiers return from Iraq
  12. Hanabusa: Military Strategic Doctrine Based on My Need to Deliver Pork
  13. DSCC Doubles Down on Rejection of Ed Case
  14. Planned Parenthood: Make Catholics Pay for Birth Control
  15. BoE Orders Audit of DoE Procurement
  16. DoTax was ‘Highly Politicized’
  17. Bhago on HGEA: "I can't tell them not to do it…I've never experienced this before, where we don't have the resources, per se, nor the authority ….”
  18. Gov Cuts Funding for Special Ed Supplies In Budget Request
  19. Director hired for Hawaii health insurance exchange
  20. Laotian Workers Suffer Health and Financial Problems on Oahu Farms
  21. Honolulu Panel: Property Tax Exemptions Unfair
  22. Last Ditch Effort to Water down Sidewalk Property Ban
  23. Taxpayers sacrifice, not politicians or union workers
  24. Honolulu Roads to be Repaved after 21 Years
  25. Kekaha public housing residents go from ‘paradise to living hell’
  26. Eric Ryan’s Latest Vendetta (Yawn)
  27. IRS has $1M tax lien on Guirguis
  28. Biofuel to Power Navy Exercise
  29. CB Continues Styrofoam War on Restaurant Industry
  30. Kilauea’s History of Explosive Eruptions
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Tuesday, December 06, 2011
December 6, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1093 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics, World News, World Politics
  1. Confidential Memo: Wind Turbine Model Installed at Kahuku has Structural Problems
  2. LoPresti: Ewa Neighborhood Board 'Most Dysfunctional in USA'
  3. Hawaii Congressional Delegation: How They Voted December 5, 2011
  4. Pearl Harbor Survivor to Direct ‘Mass Band Performance’ on 70th Anniversary
  5. Ewa Field Event to Mark 70th Anniversary of Attack
  6. Mission Memorial Auditorium Site of Rail Showdown December 6
  7. Hawaii Physicians Rally Against Assisted Suicide
  8. Duke Aiona to Address Pro-Life Group
  9. For The First Time In 70 Years, 24 Pearl Harbor Survivors Return
  10. FBI: Police Major got $6000/month from Illegal Gambling Room
  11. DoTax Manipulates Check Cashing Times to Suit Political Expediency
  12. State's constitution is what props up its credit rating, not Abercrombie
  13. SA Editors: We Look forward to Abercrombie Pushing thru OHA Settlement, Soda Tax, Kakaako Tower
  14. Roll Call: Hirono Probably Going to beat Case
  15. City officials opt to skip forum on rail transit project
  16. Fidell: Arrest Walter Ritte
  17. KIUC to delay smart meter install
  18. Anti-GMO Crackpots Win Maui, Kauai Council Support
  19. Santiago: Don’t Force the Homeless into Shelters, Give Money to PHOCUSED Instead
  20. Catholic Charities set to open transitional housing in Makiki
  21. Laupahoehoe appeals to BOE
  22. DoE Taken For A Ride: Fewer Players, Bigger Budgets
  23. Prediction: HSTA Dispute Won't End Before 2017
  24. Lingle: Feds Didn't Give Enough Notice On Monk Seal Rule
  25. While Our Leaders Doze, a National Plan to Hose Hawaii Moves Onward
  26. Honolulu property search still hides public information
  27. LIUNA Tries to Shake Down Saddle Road Builder
  28. Murder Suspect was Praised by Mayor Kenoi
  29. Soft on Crime: Out after Raping Step Daughter, Criminal gets Paltry 56 Month Minimum for Manslaughter
  30. Indicted in Hawaii, Alleged Scammers Pop Up In Connecticut
  31. Plug pulled on Hawaii Kai luxury condo project after financing fails
  32. Four Hawaii Post Offices Still on Chopping Block
  33. University of Hawaii students seek support for cargo container redesign
  34. Kauai’s oldest Catholic church to celebrate 170 years
  35. Has the War with Iran Already Begun?
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Monday, December 05, 2011
December 5, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1015 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Lawsuit targets "Illegal" $117M Federal Loan Guarantee for Kahuku Windfarm
  2. Kalapa vs Property Tax Exemptions: Vitality of County Depends on Everyone Paying Their Share
  3. Hawaii Republican Presidential Vote to be Held in Every House District
  4. McIntosh to run for Hawaii County Council in 2012
  5. As WWII vet numbers dwindle, preservation of their legacy shifts to newer generations
  6. The More Abercrombie Rages, the More He is Ignored
  7. Secrecy Shrouds Abercrombie’s Year-Long search for Water Board Nominee
  8. 99% tell Occupy Honolulu: “Get a job. Go back to the Mainland.”
  9. Rail Planners Admit Most of their Plan is Flawed
  10. Honolulu Not Alone in Trying to Move Homeless from Sidewalks
  11. State Releases RFP for 650 foot Kakaako Tower
  12. Marina proposal at Sand Island is meeting some opposition
  13. 43% of Makawao Residents Pay 50% of Income in Rent
  14. Performance Contracts for Hawaii Charter Schools
  15. SA: More Money for Preschool
  16. More students receiving free & low-cost lunch
  17. SA Editors Waste More Ink of Cult of Gore
  18. CB Gives Doper Space for Long, Rambling Diatribe on Dope
  19. CB Gives Peak Oil Cultists Space for Long Rambling Diatribe on Peak Oil
  20. UH System to Give More to Green Energy Scammers
  21. Green Bubble About to Pop: Battery Makers don’t have Customers
  22. IRS Has $716K for Hawaii Taxpayers
  23. West Hawaii Bar Association civil unions seminar (Dec. 12)
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Sunday, December 04, 2011
December 4, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1154 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics
  1. Hawaiians’ Anger and Distrust towards OHA Settlement: “Theft, Perversion”
  2. SA: Bond Sale Will Lead to Legislative Spending Frenzy
  3. Cost of electricity is silent factor in Hawaii energy policy
  4. Abercrombie Stumbles in First Year, Plans More of the Same for Next Three
  5. Bad New Day: Abercrombie Already Planning for 2014 Election
  6. Matayoshi Subverts State Law to Reorganize DoE Upper Echelons
  7. How The DoE Promotes Hawaii’s Income Gap
  8. PHOCUSED Boss of Profitable Nonprofits to Seek Tom Berg’s Council Seat
  9. Socialist Morons Can’t Figure out Why there is a Shortage of Cancer Drugs in Hawaii
  10. Occupy group, city officials put actions on hold for now
  11. Honolulu Drowning In Water Main Breaks
  12. Hawaii County: $7.5M in fuel taxes goes unspent (some money sitting since 1998)
  13. Domestic Migration 2008-2009: More People Leaving Maui than Arriving
  14. Honolulu joins the "city camp" initiative
  15. Hawaiian Hiring Flight Attendants
  16. Homeless Advocate: Newt is wrong, Food stamps are For Buying Drugs, Not Going to Hawaii
  17. UH Prof Publishes Eminent Domain Book
  18. Hawaii perfectly placed to watch the December 10th total lunar eclipse
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Saturday, December 03, 2011
December 3, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1161 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Thielen: Federal Takeover of Hawaii Shorelines Would Endanger Clean Energy Projects
  2. Obama to Vacation in Hawaii Dec 17-Jan 2
  3. Fontaine Factor: Volunteering and Giving During the Holiday Season
  4. DoE Data: Not Linked, Not Supported, Not Accessible
  5. Hawaii Physicians Rally Against Assisted Suicide
  6. UHERO: Slowing Asian Growth, Drop in Mainland Arrivals Squeeze Hawaii
  7. Obamacare Push: Insurance Executive Tim Johns to head Hirono's Senate campaign
  8. BoE: Maybe We Should Stop Interfering with Our Own Audit Department
  9. Lingle backs Visa Reforms to boost Tourism
  10. State Energy Office: Anti-Superferry Protester knows how to Profit from “Clean” Energy
  11. BOSS Poll of 400 local business leaders goes inside the local economy and forecasts what’s ahead
  12. Hawaii County Council to have Five Open Seats in 2012
  13. SA Editors Use Berg to Push for IRV Voting Again
  14. Ballot News Looks at Hawaii Reapportionment
  15. VIDEO: HSTA Continues to Attempt to Derail Laupahoehoe Charter School
  16. Beachgoers Complain About Homeless Defecating In Waikiki
  17. Honolulu Offers Homeless Maid Service
  18. Sovereignty Activist Rejects OHA Land Deal
  19. Feds ask again for more time to sort through 101 million documents in Global Horizons human trafficking case
  20. Omidyar Discovers that Local Farmers can charge more
  21. Hilo TSA Hammered for Catching Alleged Pedophile
  22. Yagong wants to privatize Hilo sort station
  23. Proposal would increase UH-Manoa parking rates
  24. Electric car rental firm expands to Oahu
  25. Church's Construction Halted For Removal Of Buried Human Remains
  26. Asbestos Leads to $9000 Fine
  27. WWII records available free online up to Dec. 7
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Friday, December 02, 2011
December 2, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1352 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Abercrombie Refusing to Accept Responsibility for his own Wreckage, Fiscal and Otherwise
  2. Ewa Field Event to Mark 70th Anniversary of Attack
  3. Mission Memorial Auditorium Site of Rail Showdown December 6
  4. Sabato: Ed who? Democratic Establishment coalescing around Mazie Hirono
  5. $800M Borrowed to Sit Money in Hurricane, Rainy Day Accounts
  6. Bankers, Wall Street Pleased by Abercrombie's Willingness to Raise Taxes
  7. Full Text: Hawaii Scores 'F' in Sex Trafficking Prevention
  8. Lihue TSA Worker Sues, Claims Sex Assault
  9. Men’s Health Mag ranks Honolulu Happiest Town in USA
  10. Borreca to Media: Lingle will now fade from Our Screens
  11. Inouye: Federal Rail Funding not certain, Honolulu one of nine competing for $510M
  12. Rail Judge: Feds Must Produce Full Record before Groundbreaking
  13. Citizens Challenging Rail Project May Have to Wait a Year for Case Resolution Because of City's Delays
  14. Maui Now: Loathsome, Dangerous, Abercrombie
  15. Abercrombie Gloats over “Gift to Business Community”
  16. Abercrombie claims his Charisma Swayed Investors to Buy Hawaii Bonds
  17. Bullying: ‘It’s OK to be different’
  18. Property Tax Recommendations to be Presented to Honolulu Council
  19. Ritte Demands “Participation and Control” over Cruise Yacht, Molokai Again Compromises With Shake-Down Thugs
  20. State files suit against woman accused of preying upon distressed homeowner
  21. Harimoto: Strip Berg's Voting Rights Until He Calms Down
  22. ACLU, NAACP Join Effort to Target TSA Workers Who Catch too Many Illegals, Find too Many Drug Smugglers
  23. Captain Kirk Ramps Up 2012 Campaign for Mayor
  24. Hawaii bankruptcies fall in November for eighth straight month
  25. Hawaii Federal Judge: U.S. Won't Pick Up Tab for Aloun Farms Defense
  26. SA Spies Way to Increase Power of Burials in Development Disputes
  27. PHOTOS: Iao Stream Shanty Town Residents Face Eviction
  28. State Audit: "Atmosphere Of Intimidation and Fear" at Maui Housing Project
  29. MoveOn Drops Use of Occupy, Goes under its own name for latest protest
  30. Alexander & Baldwin to subdivide into two companies
  31. Company directors fought similar move back in 1988
  32. Retreat will address future, structure of state education
  33. State Rep. Chris Lee recovers from stroke, warns others of danger
  34. Puna to gain council seat
  35. Bigeye tuna fishing ban canceled
  36. Criminal Who Led Police on Cross-Island Chase had been Arrested by SWAT Team Jan 26, then Released
  37. Inouye Votes for Indefinite Detention of US Citizens Captured on US Soil
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Thursday, December 01, 2011
December 1, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 686 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. OHA Announces Public Meetings to discuss Tentative Land Deal
  2. Backed by Federal Loan Guarantees, Merrill Lynch Finances $1B in Military Solar Projects
  3. Quality of Living: Honolulu #29 in World, right behind ... Stuttgart
  4. Report: Hawaii Ranks 3rd in Protecting Kids from Tobacco
  5. PUC Breaks 15% Limit on Solar Systems
  6. Visitor Spending breaks $1 Billion per Month
  7. Pearl Harbor Survivor to Direct ‘Mass Band Performance’ on 70th Anniversary
  8. KHON: The Making of a Governor
  9. Opponents Threaten To Halt Rail Project
  10. Putting two and two together—OHA land transfer and secret government/private development meetings
  11. At 70th anniversary, urgency to observe WWII, honor vets
  12. Lingle raises questions about federal monk seal petition
  13. Hawaii Utility Regulators' Lack Of Data Is 'Troubling'
  14. Court rejects challenge to state use of surplus health funds
  15. Reason to Vote: Inouye says Gingrich as GOP Nominee 'Frightens Me'
  16. Obama Nominates Hawaii Woman to Social Security Board
  17. Malama Solomon May Escape Fine For Trespass, Damages
  18. Police: Berg, Reeking Of Alcohol, Argued With Secret Service At APEC
  19. A&B Condo Project to Spark Development Boom again?
  20. Hawaii County tries to delay Abercrombie Administration’s Waiawi Control insect release
  21. EPA Orders Additional Safeguards at Waimanalo Gulch Landfill
  22. Dotson Leaves MADD
  23. Jon Van Dyke Dies
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Wednesday, November 30, 2011
November 30, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 801 Views :: Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Finmeccanica Trumpets Honolulu Rail Deal
  2. Lingle Best Positioned for Victory Next Year
  3. Lingle calls for Delay in Federal Grab for Control of Hawaii Shorelines
  4. IBEW to Vote on New Offer from Hawaiian Tel
  5. Nominations Sought for State Water Commission
  6. Inouye Claims Honolulu Rail Will Get Federal Transit Funding Next Year
  7. Kobayashi: Hold on to Your Wallet
  8. Slom: Rail Roaded
  9. State to Teachers: Drop Your Complaint and Strike
  10. Utility bills may sink Hawaii’s economy
  11. Good News! Time Running Out For Hawaii Mafia Wind Farm Grant
  12. 15,000 Military Go Unrepresented in Any State Elections Because of Redistricting Controversy
  13. Supporters are urged to wear black for National Meth Awareness Day
  14. Honolulu Clears Homeless from Stadium Park, Three More Accept Shelter
  15. Patients counting on Hawaii’s Only transplant clinic to stay open
  16. Queens Nurses Approve Three-Year Raise
  17. Real and Affordable Green or Misguided Dream?
  18. State taxpayers may have to foot cost of returning 350 new guns
  19. HPD Major's Drug-Dealing Girlfriend To Testify
  20. Maui Police Officer Arrested For Spousal Abuse
  21. Cancel the Second Digester?
  22. Maui Charter Commission tables district voting
  23. Maui: Couch seeks cap on vacation rentals
  24. Kauai Island Utility Cooperative gets green light for smart meters
  25. Hawaii Co 'Bag ban' vote expected Dec 21
  26. TRO halts construction at Kawaiahao Church
  27. Jon Van Dyke Dies in Australia
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Tuesday, November 29, 2011
November 29, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1204 Views :: Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Abercrombie's Medicaid Cuts based on Obamacare Requirements
  2. Lucky Hawaii: Bond Sale Benefits as Investors Flee Europe
  3. Booted from Big Island, DoE Now Seeks to Force Carlisle to Collect its Impact Fees
  4. US Supreme Court to Decide Whether to Hear Lawsuit Challenging DHHL, Admission Act
  5. Postal Service Announces Hawaii Christmas Mailing Deadlines
  6. US Civil Rights Commissioner to speak on End of Victimology
  7. Abercrombie “Damn Serious” about Oath, Judges aren’t Like Dogs or Ponies
  8. Abercrombie Considered Shutting State Down for Two Weeks in June, Blames Lingle
  9. Abercrombie Wants to Build 'Third City'
  10. Favored Nation: Did HGEA get better deal?
  11. HART Signs $1.4 Billion Contract With Ansaldo
  12. Is Honolulu rail contract a legal defense tactic?
  13. Abercrombie Still Pushing to Disenfranchise Military personnel
  14. Judicial nominees put up earlier
  15. Feds Give Abercrombie $14m to Organize Obamacare Insurance Exchange
  16. Honolulu water rates to soar 70%
  17. Recession costs Hawaii hundreds of businesses
  18. Hawaii unemployment claims rise 18%
  19. TRUE: 'There is Space' in Shelters for Stadium Park Homeless
  20. Molokai Thugs Chop Down Trees, Obstruct Two Public Highways—Still No Arrests
  21. Multi-Millionaire 9-11 Truther Roseanne Barr Occupies Waimea, Guillotine a No-Show
  22. Hoku considers outside help to complete polysilicon deals
  23. Hawaiian Holdings Ranks the Highest in Terms of Operating Margin in the Airlines Industry
  24. ORI Cabins Not in Good Standing With the State
  25. Legislators look at Clean and Sober Living
  26. Hawaii State Courts Improve Access to Electronic Records
  27. Karate instructor accused of molesting teen re-indicted on sex assault charges
  28. Honolulu Traffic Violations Bureau to Close on Wednesday Nights
  29. After a Decade, ‘Process’ continues to push back Maui isle plan
  30. A&B Master Planned Waiale Project Calls for 2,550 Residential Units (no protests here, of course)
  31. Hawaii dodges major storms as hurricane season ends
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Monday, November 28, 2011
November 28, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 983 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Kalaeloa Solar: Hawaii Ratepayers to Bankroll 'Green Fiesta'
  2. Failing, Central Pacific Got $337M in Secret Federal Reserve Loans
  3. Lowell Kalapa to Address Kona TEA Party
  4. Duke Aiona to Address Pro-Life Group
  5. UPW Contract, HGEA Reopen menace Legislature
  6. DoE to Pay Contractors to Churn SpEd Programs
  7. School Bus Contacts Rise 192% after Collusion Begins
  8. Challenge to Honolulu Rail Project Goes to Federal Court Wednesday
  9. SA: Outspoken Berg driven by passion, desire for change
  10. SA: OHA infighting may Derail Kakaako deal
  11. Gov. Abercrombie vs. the 99%… why?
  12. Homeless Avoid Shelter, Stay Drunk
  13. Cruise Yacht Outfoxes Ritte, Docks at Molokai
  14. Volunteers Clean Kahuku Beach, Find No Plastic Bags
  15. Two Mauna Kea telescopes face funding cuts
  16. Final hearing backlog turns injured workers into hostages in paradise
  17. County quiets nonprofit's rock-crushing operation
  18. DoE Group seeks to undermine Private Schools
  19. KPD set to start accreditation process
  20. SBA lends record amount in isles
  21. CB: How Hawaii Reps Would Save $1.2 Trillion
  22. Desperate to Save Obama, Americans Elect Petitions for Hawaii Ballot
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Sunday, November 27, 2011
November 27, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 879 Views :: Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Forced by JSC, Abercrombie Grudgingly Releases Names of Judicial Nominees
  2. Hawaii Supreme Court to Consider Limit of Parental Discipline
  3. Kalapa: Ubiquitous General Excise Insures Accountability
  4. UPW Contract Triggers ‘Favored Nation’ HGEA to Reopen Negotiations, fight for Furloughs
  5. Governor Abercrombie pissy to the end in judicial disclosure case
  6. Atheists Planned Disruption of Windward City Lights Celebration Thwarted
  7. Illiterate Occupy Honolulu Protesters Instruct 99% to “Think”
  8. Ritte Didn’t get Paid: Lawless Thugs Block Cruise Ship from Molokai
  9. SA Editors: Better to Cut People off Medicaid After 30 Days than to Limit Eligibility
  10. Automated Trash Trucks increase UPW Productivity 5-fold
  11. Freshwater Pool for Natatorium?
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Saturday, November 26, 2011
November 26, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 895 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Hint to Hawaii: Google Abandons Concentrating Solar Power Project
  2. Oahu Democrats Fail in Effort to Break up Hawaii News Now
  3. Abercrombie Wins Approval to Take $1.06M from Pre-School, Sister Isles, spend it on Central Office Bureaucrats
  4. Suspended Attorney Says 'Vindictive' Navy Purposely Sows Intimidation & Fear in Civilian Counsel
  5. Horner: Ansaldo OK to Build Rail after Financial Analysis Shows Libya Revolt is Root of Company’s Problems
  6. WSJ July 28: New Finmeccanica Boss Pledges To Clean Up Group's Act, Considers Sale of Ansaldo
  7. OHA goes back to drawing board after failure to elect new trustee
  8. DoE wins RTTT Approval to Tinker With Assessments Again
  9. Star-Adv Comes out against Laupahoehoe Charter School
  10. Choosing legislative theme can be a gamble for Dems
  11. Price of car insurance rises a smidgen
  12. City replaces scorned towing firm
  13. Kauai’s economy has ‘settled back to 2003 levels’
  14. Telescope funding under fire
  15. Convicted Killer Lui—now a sovereignty activist-- gets his day in court Tuesday
  16. USS Lassen Sailors Contribute to Flood Cleanup in Thailand
  17. 25th ID Gets New Commanding General
  18. Hawaii History: Selective Editing Project Begins
  19. Descendants: Roth, Daws, Hemmings Guided Producer
  20. Descendants: First Popular Film to See Us Through an Insider’s Eyes
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Friday, November 25, 2011
November 25, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 944 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics, World News, World Politics
  1. Bishop Silva, Doctors, Attorneys to Speak out on Assisted Suicide
  2. Matt Romney to Campaign for Father in Hawaii
  3. Suspended Attorney Says 'Vindictive' Navy Purposely Sows Intimidation & Fear in Civilian Counsel
  4. American Shipper: Effort Underway to Loosen Jones Act Restrictions
  5. State APEC Costs below projections
  6. Maui Smart Grid Demonstration Project to Begin Next Year
  7. December vehicle registration notices contain error
  8. Final approval of $1.4B rail deal is put off
  9. Pushback against rail gains momentum with new allies
  10. Thanksgiving homecoming for hundreds of Kaneohe Marines
  11. Military spending cuts would rock HI
  12. Federal Contractors will not face 3% Withholding
  13. VIDEO: JFK monument re-dedicated at Hilo Peace Corps reunion
  14. Star-Advertiser, Occupy Honolulu Denounce the 99%
  15. Tough Love: City Homeless Sweep aims to Push Homeless into Shelters
  16. In Bizarre Twist, Civil Beat Prints Some Facts About Styrofoam
  17. Lawsuit again stops Kawaiaha'o work
  18. Decision is expected soon on fate of Superferry vessels
  19. Nurses union reaches tentative agreement with Queen's
  20. Will Transplant Institute Survive St Francis Sale?
  21. Homeless find shelter, work on buses
  22. H-Power Ash to Become Building Material?
  23. Climategate 2.0: New E-Mails Rock The Global Warming Debate
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Friday, November 25, 2011
Letters to the Editor November, 2011
By Letters to the Editor :: 844 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics
  1. Where is the EA or EIS for Maui Smart Grid?
  2. Bag Ban Detrimental To The Environment
  3. Makaha Resident backs Mag-Lev
  4. Open Spaces Rip-off
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Thursday, November 24, 2011
November 24, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 844 Views :: Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Outdoor Circle Comes Out Against Rail
  2. New Batch of Global Warmers’ Emails: “We're choosing the periods to show warming”
  3. Judicial Selection Commission Releases List of Nominees for Second Circuit Court
  4. NCAA “Extremely Concerned” about UH Point-Shaving Allegations
  5. The hidden story of the third Thanksgiving: 1623--giving thanks for freedom
  6. Assimilation, American style
  7. Shapiro: Abercrombie has no Principle Left to Stand On
  8. Hawaii Defense Cuts Loom After Super Committee Implodes
  9. Sempra's Giant Solar Farm Unlikely Replacement for Molokai Big Wind
  10. Rooftop Solar Contractor Upset as PUC opens up HECO to Big Renewables
  11. The Politics of Digitizing Hawaiian Language newspapers
  12. Waikiki Business May Sue over Lousy APEC Sales
  13. 89% Vote for Furloughs: UPW ratifies two-year contract
  14. After Price-Fixing Exposed, Major Mainland School Bus Company Considers Hawaii
  15. HPH Touts Voluntary Medical Home Plan
  16. Hawaii Non-Profits suffer Loss of “Unlimited Government Funding”
  17. Molokai: Taxpayer funded Enemy of Jobs
  18. GMO Labeling, TAT Considered for Maui Legislative Package
  19. Judge tries to Hold off Lawyers Circling Dorcy Estate
  20. Pedestrian critically injured in accident involving police officer
  21. Special report: law enforcement faces backlog of 87,942 state warrants
  22. Nofoa Beats Rap In Ex-Girlfriend's Murder, still Faces Original Kidnapping Charges but She won't be Around to testify
  23. HPA only cuts Four Years off Rapist’s Prison Sentence
  24. Police Release 911 Tapes Of Fatal Waikiki Shooting
  25. HGEA, UPW members Fail in Effort to grab State, County Surplus Payments to Health Fund
  26. Kahuku Hospital Bankruptcy “Good for Creditors”
  27. Security cameras installed on buses
  28. Two PhDs Debunk Lies of Anti-Aquarium Campaigners

 

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Wednesday, November 23, 2011
November 23, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 881 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. UH Point Shaving? Blown Leads and Significant Movement in Money Line
  2. #OccupyFail: A Profile in Bad Choices from Hilo
  3. Bill Seeks Terror Designation for Gaza Flotilla Groups with Hawaii Connections
  4. Mitch Roth announces Campaign for Hawaii County Prosecutor
  5. DBEDT upgrades Hawaii's economic outlook to paltry 1.4% Growth
  6. PUC approves Tier 3 Feed in Tariff program so that Bigger Green Energy Scammers can Cash In
  7. Abercrombie’s New Medicaid Plan: 30 Days in Hospital, then you get cut off
  8. Child Welfare Services contracts being reduced or terminated
  9. Schatz: APEC cost less than expected
  10. State Supreme Court denies Pflueger's appeal of manslaughter ruling
  11. Impoverished India to Give $150M to Telescope: Fat OHA Cronies Demand $50M Payoff
  12. Micronesia Poor Business Climate Drives Exodus
  13. KaLeo Editor Gets Prize for Dull, Pedantic and Banal Cartoon Depicting TEA Party as Racist and Stupid
  14. Hawaii State Salaries 2012: University of Hawaii
  15. Djous Give Thanks
  16. Report on Hawaii's Homeless Doesn't Tell Whole Story
  17. Matson Hikes Rates Again
  18. Extra space needed for church’s ‘steady growth’
  19. Sewer bill to increase for Hawaii Kai residents
  20. Air Service for Kalaupapa Residents
  21. Japan to Run Smart Grid Study on Maui
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Tuesday, November 22, 2011
November 22, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1093 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Hawaiian Tel to Impose Last, Best and Final Offer on IBEW
  2. Lingle: Super Committee Failure Shows Lack of Bi-Partisan Leadership
  3. New rules turn GOP race from sprint into marathon, early nominee unlikely
  4. National Journal: Hawaii Senate Race Up for Grabs
  5. Feds: Even with Low Usage, Hawaii Still has Highest Electric Bills
  6. Djou Featured in National Journal
  7. Hawaii Unemployment Tax Rates To Rise?
  8. SA Editors Make Error Upon Error pushing to Reduce complexity of tax exemptions
  9. Top Three: ERS Trustees to Consider Limits to Pension Spiking Schemes
  10. Leadership: Judicial commission acts while Abercrombie dithers
  11. Abercrombie Backs Malama Solomon’s Demand to Disenfranchise Military Voters
  12. New public land agency hires executive director from Campbell Estate
  13. Abercrombie Flip-Flops on Free Trade
  14. Hawaii Army National Guard soldiers headed for Kuwait
  15. Deedy’s Lawyer to Lynch Mob: Wait for the Trial (Innocence Project pronounces Guilt?)
  16. New DoE Talking Point: Hawaii is #2 in Cuts to State School Spending
  17. State Raids Maili Condo Site on Behalf of Carpenters Union
  18. Police Called on Councilman Berg Rail Rant
  19. MORE Illegal Dumping by Honolulu City Workers
  20. Hawaii State Salaries 2012: Highest Paid at University of Hawaii
  21. Do I want to work? UH Hilo Dropout from Joins ‘Occupy’
  22. Kauai Luddites Demand GMO Labeling to Assist in Hysterical Propaganda Campaign
  23. Hawaii regulators approve Kapolei solar farm
  24. Pono Chong named House Majority Leader
  25. Civil Beat Decides Hawaii Needs a 'Butt Bill'
  26. Hawaii residents struggle with long-term healthcare
  27. Dozens of seniors on waiting list for meals
  28. Guam Senator Blas sends letter expressing disappointment to Obama
  29. Matson “Christmas Tree Ship” Arrives Saturday
  30. APEC - a lost public relations opportunity for the State of Hawaii?
  31. Rep. Gene Ward Discusses The Hawaii Library System
  32. Rain files claims suit vs. concert promoter
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Monday, November 21, 2011
November 21, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1796 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. NYT: Occupy Honolulu Looks Like Just Another Homeless Camp
  2. Report: Hawaii Among Lowest Health Insurance Costs in Nation
  3. Hawaii Congressional Delegation: How They Voted Nov. 21, 2011
  4. Akaka on New Akaka Bill: “It’s Sneaky” -- Hanabusa: Akaka Bill must Stay off Radar to Pass
  5. Hanabusa: I wouldn’t go to dinner with Mazie Hirono
  6. Lingle Listed at Palm Beach Event
  7. Hawaii Delegates OK With Pizza as a Vegetable
  8. Job of U.S. troops is far from over as Iraq War closes
  9. Sending aloha to the troops in Afghanistan
  10. HSTA Pushing to Divert Race to the Top Money to Salaries
  11. HSTA Organizes to Reverse Laupahoehoe Charter School Approval
  12. Former school employee admits to stealing nearly a half million dollars
  13. Procurement Office rejects contract targeting Big Wind opponents
  14. Improved youth prison still concerns ACLU
  15. APEC: Occupancy Up 1%, Rates Up 28%
  16. Agent Charged in Hawaii Shooting Pleads Not Guilty
  17. Navy hopes to gain two Hawaii superferries
  18. Lack of Farmers Drives Decline in Hawaii Flower Industry
  19. Na Wai Eha water use process OK’d
  20. SA: Developments can evolve, too
  21. City Pays Landfill Operator $2.6M for Spill Cleanup
  22. Lanai: Entire Island Lines up for Free Turkeys
  23. Hawaii Co Readies to Sell Uni-Dev Project Homes
  24. County to open West Hawaii transitional housing
  25. HNN: No conclusive evidence regarding the effectiveness of ban against cell phones while driving
  26. Marriott spins off timeshare operations
  27. Kickstarter Funding Hawaii Projects
  28. Kauai Doper Gets Marijuana Prescription to Ease Addiction to Oxy
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Sunday, November 20, 2011
November 20, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1517 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Ansaldo Debacle: HART, Council, Ariyoshi all Looking at Rail Re-bid
  2. Using Public Services not a Free Lunch
  3. 14,000 Abandoned Wind Turbines in USA
  4. Wind Farms Interfere With Military, Civilian Radar
  5. US Civil Rights Commissioner to speak on End of Victimology
  6. Harimoto: Any Delays will be the End of Rail
  7. FBI Raid on HPD Major tied to Investigation of Samoan Prison Gang
  8. Kakaako, OHA Settlement, new hotbed of land activity and political intrigue
  9. Cataluna: Abercrombie is a Loud Fire-Breather
  10. Hawaii employer payrolls are not expected to reach pre-recession levels until After Abercrombie’s Term is Up
  11. Hint to DoE: Audits can help companies prevent embezzlement
  12. Hawaii to eliminate work incentives for people moving off welfare
  13. 1,422 Homeless on Big Isle
  14. First public bathroom opens in Chinatown
  15. CoFA Money Chase: Guam Senator Demands to know where Annual CoFA Reports Are
  16. Hoku Ke`a Telescope Parts Shipped back to Mainland for Re-Work
  17. Police Shut Down Parade by Jerry Chang’s Motorcycle Club
  18. APEC: Star-Adv Gives one Last Boost to anti-Capitalist Propagandists Masquerading as Artists
  19. Honolulu Recycling Program Relies on Behavior Modification Techniques
  20. The Downside of ‘Buy Local’
  21. Luddites Triumphant: Maui Bottled Water Plant Killed
  22. Victorino proposes sweeping changes to Maui water legislation
  23. Kauai Council Backs Aquarium Trade Ban
  24. Swordfish Longliners Hit Turtle Cap; Bigeye Fishery Closed in West
  25. 'Carrot Mob' Descends On Honolulu Store
  26. National Guard Volunteers Clean up Illegally dumped tires in Waianae
  27. FCC Proposing Leaving Local TV/Radio Ownership Caps In Place
  28. PBS Hawaii back on the air after fire
  29. Fundraiser for law enforcement memorial in Hawaii
  30. Information on civil unions now online
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Saturday, November 19, 2011
November 19, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 867 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Whipped in Court, Undercut by JSC, Abercrombie Admin not ready to abandon Defense of Judicial Secrecy
  2. Court Ruling on Judicial Secrecy an Embarrassment to Abercrombie’s Neutered OIP
  3. Hirono, Hanabusa Say ‘No’ to Balanced Budget Amendment
  4. Lingle Unveils Issues-Based Video on Economy
  5. Rothenberg: Hawaii Senate Race ‘In Play’
  6. Hawaii Debt Highest in Nation as Percentage of Private Sector Production
  7. Ceremony Recognizes Aviation Brigade Deployment to Afghanistan after Pohakuloa Training
  8. Suspended Police Major Collected Full Pay While Allegedly Dealing Drugs
  9. Mitch Roth to Challenge Old Boy Lincoln Ashida for Hawaii County Prosecutor
  10. Hawaii 4th-Highest Debt Per Capita
  11. Berg: Voters deserve another crack at city rail proposal
  12. Star-Adv: OHA Land Deal Shows Promise (Just like all the Previous Deals)
  13. House Dems Seek New Majority Leader
  14. Judge Ezra Issues Injunction: State must Speed Foodstamp Applications, Stop Violating Federal Law
  15. Soft on Crime: 18 Months For Homosexual Gang Rape at Maui Homeless Camp
  16. After APEC Lull, Honolulu Police Back to Making Prostitution Arrests
  17. Maui County Council Considering Massive Property Tax Hike aimed at Farmers
  18. Hawaii's jobless rate climbs to 6.5 percent in October from 6.4 percent the previous month
  19. APEC Gave 1% Boost in Occupancy, 28.8% Boost in Rates
  20. $64.8M School will save $22,000/year, pay for itself in 2,945 years!
  21. Fire Forces PBS Hawaii Off The Air Indefinitely
  22. OTEC Uses No Government Money
  23. Hawaii Conference Highlights Federal Funding Opportunities for Small Businesses
  24. Sacred Hearts consolidation is complete
  25. Niu Valley playground gets $15,000 online boost
  26. Hawaiian Immersion Preschool faces closure
  27. NPS Doesn’t Allow Hunters, But May Exterminate Pigs, Goats
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Friday, November 18, 2011
November 18, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1139 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. WSJ: Finmeccanica Rushing to Sell Honolulu Rail Contractor Ansaldo
  2. Report: For Families in Poverty, Hawaii Income Tax is #2 in Nation
  3. Animal Liberation Groups Demand Matson End Pig Imports to Hawaii
  4. Dillingham DMV employee, driving instructor charged with Selling Drivers Licenses to Illegal Aliens
  5. The hidden story of the third Thanksgiving: 1623--giving thanks for freedom
  6. HART reviewing $1.4 billion Ansaldo contract
  7. New GOP Chair to Focus on Recruiting Strong GOP Legislative Candidates
  8. Judge’s Ruling on Judicial Secrecy an Embarrassment to OIP
  9. Sidewalk Bill Advances Despite Occupy Honolulu
  10. Slow Economic Recovery Expected For Hawaii
  11. Solar Installers May Go Out of Business as 15% Threshold Reached on More and More Circuits
  12. Morita: At Least One Year Before 15% Threshold Can Be Raised
  13. Maui sees a clean-energy surplus Without Big Wind
  14. OHA Deal Would Push Two State Departments out of Office Building
  15. Bill aims to fix flaws in Hawaii's civil unions law
  16. APEC committee alerted to possible data breach
  17. Federal Agent’s Lawyer: Knife was not Part of Incident
  18. U.S. Army Tests Secret Hypersonic Weapon From Kauai
  19. New Marine Corps Base Hawaii commander
  20. Castle & Cooke's Rumbaoa to Head Molokai Ranch
  21. Ho'opili project competes with OHA, KSBE over Development Profits
  22. Family's land claim snags Hawaiian Village permits
  23. Hawaiian Adding Five More A330s and A350s by 2015
  24. Hawaii Hotel and Lodging Assn. Changes Name
  25. Health Dept. Puts the Kibosh on Customers' Containers
  26. OTEC International to build ocean power plant in Hawaii Co.
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Thursday, November 17, 2011
November 17, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 826 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Abercrombie, OHA to Propose Yet Another Ceded Lands Deal to Legislature
  2. Hawaii National Guard Mobilization Supported APEC Summit
  3. Council majority urges city to delay final rail approval
  4. Ansaldo’s local manager has long political track record
  5. First Rail Lawsuit Hearing Nov 30
  6. Panel to disclose judicial nominees
  7. Hawaii’s Tax Burden on Low Income Residents #2 in Nation
  8. Scammed In Laos, Trapped in America
  9. Oahu electric rates hit another high
  10. Up in the Air: Still No Easy Answers For Big Wind
  11. US must help establish standards for seeking compact-impact funds
  12. Sen Slom Endorses David Chang
  13. Suicide Activists try to Talk To Elderly Democrats into Dying for Test Case
  14. Civil union applications not available until Jan. 1
  15. OHA May vote on Mossman Replacement this Month
  16. APEC Reduces Crime, Cures Sickness, Trims Profligacy
  17. Agent shot to protect self, others, lawyer says
  18. Grand jury indicts Special Agent in Waikiki killing
  19. Even With Free Makana Concert, Only 60 People Show Up for Occupy Honolulu
  20. Occupy Wall Street Movement Has Been Fun To Watch But The Party’s Just About Over
  21. Youth corrections director says facility is safe
  22. Media Need Permission to Record at Capitol?
  23. SA: Reef fish need wise protection
  24. Punatics Very Pleased with New Council Districts
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Wednesday, November 16, 2011
November 16, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 711 Views
  1. Lingle Joins in Bi-Partisan Policy Summit
  2. Homeless Service Utilization Report: Hawaii 2011
  3. Bag Ban Detrimental To The Environment
  4. Feds Raid HPD Major's House; Drugs Seized, Charges Filed
  5. Council Chair recommends for rail contract rebid
  6. Ansaldo Front man Hired Councilmember
  7. SA: Revise pact with Pacific islanders
  8. Murdock Puts Lanai Up for Sale
  9. Lack of world attention for APEC was good sign
  10. Abercrombie Security Detail Costs $1.2M, Racks Up Overtime
  11. Iolani Palace reopens after Abercrombie forced closure
  12. Sovereignty Activists Recruiting at Arizona Prison
  13. Sidewalk Bill A Threat To Occupy Honolulu Protest?
  14. GMO Labeling: Luddites Demand We Facilitate Boycott Driven by Anti-Science Hype
  15. Skies above Marine base expected to grow busier
  16. Navy to take at least another 2 years to decide training range locations on Guam
  17. Hawaii coffee growers favor free trade deal
  18. 'Unprofessionalism' drives Hawaii State FCU head to resign
  19. HMSA posts $12.9M earnings as it seeks rise in premiums
  20. Prime Healthcare trying to buy bankrupt Hawaii Medical
  21. Celebration of Life Memorial Service
  22. Bishops approve memorials for late pope, Mother Marianne Cope
  23. UPW Gets Paid Just for Showing Up
  24. Ho'opili serves as a model for all developers
  25. Hayashino to head Japanese Cultural Center of Hawaii
  26. West Hawaii Civic Center approaches Zero Waste
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Tuesday, November 15, 2011
November 15, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1440 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. New GOP Chair Pledges to Focus on Grassroots
  2. GAO: Improvements Needed to Assess and Address Growing CoFA Migration
  3. Hawaii Congressional Delegation: How They Voted November 14
  4. Proposed Lanai Wind Farm Site named among State’s Most Endangered Historic Places
  5. Hawaii Green Energy Scammers Do Deals with China
  6. Mesa Announces Sale of Mokulele Turboprop Operation
  7. Senator Upset after GAO Report Slaps down Bid for more CoFA Money
  8. Usual Assortment of Crooks, Cronies at Obama KoOlina Fundraiser
  9. Report: DoE Funding Formula Incentive to Keep Kids in Special Education Classes
  10. Governor must disclose judicial candidate list, judge rules
  11. Kamehameha Schools, Hawaiian Homelands Eyeing Maili Development without Jeff Stone
  12. Bumbling Abercrombie Could Have Closed, Iolani, Allowed APEC Delegates’ Tours
  13. Democratic Party Kupuna Caucus to Consider Suicide Nov 16—Former Insurance Co Exec Encourages Them
  14. Hirono Doubles Down on Obamacare
  15. President Obama Golfing With Pal Nabbed in Prostitution Sting
  16. Waikiki residents bid "good riddance" to APEC
  17. Obama Gives Hawaii to Asia in Trade Deal
  18. Up In The Air: Will Molokai's Resistance Save It From Big Wind?
  19. EW Center Cuts Pacific Islands Report regional news service, more cuts to come
  20. Trustee wins Ruling in Maui Industrial Ponzi Scheme Case
  21. Hawaii County urged to purchase Banyan's Beach
  22. Paauilo land attracts Lease bidders
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Monday, November 14, 2011
November 14, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 926 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Video: Makana, Wearing “Occupy” T-Shirt, Plays Protest Song at APEC Dinner for Obama, World Leaders—Nobody Notices
  2. Tim Lussier elected Hawai‘i Pacific Univ Student Body President
  3. Detroit-based Website Takes Aim at Honolulu GOP Treasurer over ties to Radcliffe, Gambling
  4. Maggie’s List Endorses Linda Lingle for U.S. Senate
  5. Mafia-Connected FirstWind Got $117M in Federal Loans for Kahuku Windfarm
  6. Study Examines the State of Faith in Hawaii
  7. Duke Aiona to speak on “A life of service”
  8. State-funded Marketing, Manipulation to target Big Wind opposition
  9. How Will APEC Be Remembered?
  10. HPD helps Sovereignty Activists Block Traffic, Convicted Felon Henry Noa gets Attention from Chinese Dictator
  11. Thousands get stuck in "Carmageddon"
  12. CB: Inside the Occupy Honolulu Encampment
  13. Hundreds of Guard troops called to duty
  14. Spear Bill would take aim at Drug Dealing MDs, Pharmacists
  15. SA: Strive to retain International Marketplace's charm
  16. Dudley: Ho'opili farming initiative is a myth
  17. Lincoln Ashida to run for Hawaii County prosecutor
  18. Kauai Volunteers stage Massive beach Cleanup, Find no Plastic
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Sunday, November 13, 2011
November 13, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1149 Views :: Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics, World News, World Politics
  1. SAVE Act: Should Akaka Tribe be able to Arrest, Prosecute, and Imprison Non-Tribal Members?
  2. Potemkin Village, Hawaiian Style?
  3. Obama Quest for Free Trade Gets Resistance from Hawaii Congressional Delegation
  4. Utilizing the Tax System to Track the Economy
  5. Abercrombie, Inouye, Chu huddle with Green Energy Scammers, Enjoy Test Bed
  6. Obamacare Preview: Hawaii Cancer patients denied Chemo over drug shortage
  7. Cataluna: Audit the DoE
  8. Falun Gong Chase Communists out of News Conference
  9. Waikiki for APEC: “There are snipers in there everywhere”
  10. Obama loses support Even at Punahou
  11. Maoists, Perfessers Protest APEC
  12. New law will speed business travel to Asia
  13. 500,000 Oxycodone in 3 months: Pill Mill Operator Opens Clinic on Kauai
  14. Soft-on-Crime Crowd pushes to Let Criminals out of Prison
  15. Gay Travelers Throbbing, Excited over Hawaiian Civil Unions
  16. Star-Adv: Food Security means more Pork to Eradicate Porkers
  17. Star-Adv gives yet another Dive Operator a Chance to Attack Aquarium Collectors
  18. Oregon Newspaper Profiles Pastor Wayne Cordeiro of New Hope
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Saturday, November 12, 2011
November 12, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 817 Views :: Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics, World News, World Politics
  1. Abercrombie: From now on Furloughs will be Referred to as “Dil-Wops”
  2. ABC News: Will Lingle Win Hawaii Senate Seat?
  3. US Marshalls Seize Assets of Stephens Media Copyright Trolls
  4. Stacey Djou: Honoring Our Nation’s Veterans
  5. VIDEO: Hawaii GOP Chair David Chang, Republican Veterans talk about meaning of Veterans Day
  6. Lingle Manager, Maj General Robert G. F. Lee to Speak on Maui
  7. Hawaii Friends of NRA to Meet this Weekend
  8. APEC: Sopogy, Traffic and other Embarrassments
  9. IBEW Returns to Work at Hawaiian Tel
  10. Shapiro: How can David Chang Fail?
  11. Kiaaina To Quit OHA For CD2 Race
  12. Falun Gong: How ‘bout Quitting Communism, Hu?
  13. Nobody Cares about APEC
  14. Honolulu Council Districts Finalized—Designed to Pit Pine against Berg
  15. Protesters to Greet Obama on Windward Shore
  16. WSJ: Inouye has Paterno-like Longevity
  17. Bankrupt hospitals to get cash from new lender
  18. Patient escapes psychiatric hospital and remains at large despite search
  19. Treatment for drug convicts funded
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Friday, November 11, 2011
November 11, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 629 Views
  1. The History of Veterans Day
  2. Just in Time for APEC: IBEW Strikes HawaiianTel
  3. VIDEO: Paranoia Strikes Occupy Maui (Hilarious)
  4. Stacey Djou: Thank you, veterans, for your sacrifices
  5. Star-Advertiser: UPW Furlough days are “Directed Leave”
  6. Hawaii Tax Revenues Up 8%
  7. Hawaii Public Pension Fund Lost $1.4 Billion Since June
  8. Judge dismisses appeal from HSTA for relief
  9. Suddenly Governor's future looks Bright and Gay with Oshiro
  10. Attendance below expectations for meeting of corporate leaders
  11. US Chamber Won’t Back China Visa Wavers
  12. Hawaii Homeless, Occupy Protest Symbolize American Weakness, Chinese Power
  13. Maoists, Homeless Concentrate Forces at Old Stadium Park
  14. Homeless Sweeps Push More Bums to Accept Shelter
  15. Waikiki McDonald's Shooting Victim’s Family Lawyer Story Changes Again
  16. New Jersey education official chosen headmaster of Kamehameha Schools
  17. After 13 Years, Sovereignty Scammer Gets One Year in Jail—Homeless Victims Angry
  18. Sovereignty Activists Recruiting Prisoners in Arizona
  19. Hoku's loss widens to $7.9M (Hawaii’s very own Solyndra)
  20. Hawaii woman charged with $510,000 investment fraud
  21. Hawaii Biofool does Boeing Contract
  22. Hawaii County Redistricting map finalized
  23. Marines seek new aircraft for Hawaii operations
  24. UH Mānoa Library Features Exhibit on University of Hawai'i Veterans
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Thursday, November 10, 2011
November 10, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 944 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. UPW Wins 13 Furlough Days, Abercrombie deploys Euphemism
  2. Horner: Impossible to Argue Against Auditing the DoE
  3. Iolani Palace Director Blasts Abercrombie’s Closure Decision
  4. Sovereignty Activists Allegedly Attempting to Steal Old Man’s Estate Allegedly Burn papers Rather than Answer Subpoena
  5. Falun Gong "Brutally persecuted in China" “People are being Killed”
  6. ILind: One small part of Waikiki reported the highest number of serious assaults of any area on Oahu in 2009
  7. Even Prostitutes Are Bored with APEC
  8. Honolulu loses 15,300 private-sector jobs in four years
  9. ILWU political committee endorses Hannemann
  10. Waikiki shooting victim had alcohol in system
  11. Military presence in Hawaii helps preserve regional peace and stability
  12. Community Speaks up in Defense of Military Training at Pohakuloa
  13. Bennies: Hold Haseko accountable for promises made to Ewa Beach community
  14. Oi: Build Honolulu upward or outward, but not both
  15. Hawaii foreclosures drop 66% year over year
  16. Hawaii County Bureaucrats close Keauhou community market
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Wednesday, November 09, 2011
November 9, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1094 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Lingle Unveils Platform Videos
  2. David Chang Elected Hawaii Republican Chair
  3. Senate Hearing: Should Akaka Tribe be able to Arrest, Prosecute and Imprison Non-Tribal Members?
  4. Attorney: Why is Hawaii Getting Free Pass on Voting Rights Act Violations?
  5. US Tax Foundation Debunks Abercrombie's Soda Tax
  6. SA: Obama’s Big Mouth cost Hawaii 16% Drop in Convention Business
  7. Henry Curtis: Abercrombie is “Depressing, Distressing and Uninformed”
  8. SA: Spending Money to Create 150 HGEA and UPW Positions is Vital
  9. Slom: Stop the Spending: Hawaii's Finances Need to Be Controlled
  10. Legislature: Opening Day Festivities at the Hawaii Capitol Cancelled for 2012
  11. Homeless Drug Addicts Return To Area Cleared By DOT
  12. Events planned to remember those who served the nation
  13. Federal Judges to Disrespect Veterans in order to Avoid Inconveniencing Arrested Protesters
  14. Star-Adv Complains of Leniency: Officer Charged with Murder after Shooting Allegedly Knife-Wielding Man
  15. Nobody Cares About APEC:
  16. APEC Protest Roundup:
  17. Waikiki Shooting Roundup:
  18. Planning panel approves Sempra’s Auwahi wind farm
  19. Pay Megabucks to Save 37,695 Children from DoE
  20. Military to Provide Free Medical Care on Kauai
  21. A&B profits plummeted 66% during third quarter
  22. 5% of Hawaii homeowners delinquent
  23. County buys Kawa Bay land occupied by Sovereignty Killer
  24. Kokubun Approves Waiawi Bio-Control Project
  25. De-Listing the Hawaiian Green Sea Turtle?
  26. Call to Ban Sex Trafficking Ads Gains Momentum
  27. Favorite state survey ranks Hawaii, warm-weather mainland states as top picks
  28. Hawaii Reporter Columnist Mike Fox Dies After Battle with Cancer
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Tuesday, November 08, 2011
November 8, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1048 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. One Herman Cain Accuser Works in Obama Administration, Another Lived With David Axelrod
  2. ‘America’s Battalion’ arrives in Afghanistan from Kaneohe
  3. Blake Oshiro to Quit Legislature, Take Job in Abercrombie’s Floundering Administration
  4. Full Text: Abercrombie Admin Defends Judicial Selection Secrecy in Court
  5. Accountability at Issue: Hearings Set to Discuss Changes to Charter School Laws
  6. Hawaii Congressional Delegation: How they Voted November 7, 2011
  7. Kauai Workshops Will Demystify Legislative Process
  8. Horizon Lines Reports $126M Loss in 3rd Quarter
  9. SPLC ties Tucson shooter to leader of Hawaiian Sovereignty Movement, Iolani Palace takeover
  10. Sovereignty activist 'tortures' children
  11. Did Angry Divorcee Lead Iolani Palace Takeover?
  12. Sovereignty Activists arrested after refusing to leave Iolani Palace grounds
  13. Honolulu TSA Screeners Investigated for catching Too Many Illegals and Drug Smugglers
  14. Honolulu: Maoist Lynch Mob Demands Federal Agent’s Head
  15. Conflicting Stories Told About Waikiki Shooting
  16. Hawaiian Telcom complains of union coercion
  17. Honolulu Convention Center Loses nearly $4M a year
  18. HMC lender extends financing until Nov. 10
  19. Hawaii’s Act 48 – New Foreclosure Law Flounders
  20. Hawaii hotels rode high in September
  21. Hawaii's Watershed Moment: Killing Trees to Save Water
  22. Gun dealer convicted of fraud conspiracy, income tax evasion
  23. Kauai Hydro outreach efforts under way
  24. End the council gas stipend, says Yagong
  25. Circuit Court denies county motion Against Affordable Housing Project
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Monday, November 07, 2011
November 7, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 961 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Name and Shame? Obama May Go Public with Inouye’s Funding Requests
  2. Occupy Honolulu: Waikiki Shooting was “Round One”
  3. UHPA Endorses Occupy Wall Street
  4. David Chang Elected Hawaii Republican Chair
  5. HPD Releases APEC Road Closure Schedule
  6. Knife Recovered from Scene of Waikiki Shooting
  7. Hawaii Should Lose Race to the Top Funds Because of HSTA Sabotage
  8. Hawaii Electricity Rates in the Nation—Urban Honolulu is 150% of Rural Alaska Rates
  9. APEC Makeover Before and After Shots
  10. Thinking about public policy and Waikiki violence
  11. Berg: West Oahu Should Secede From Honolulu
  12. Rep Kym Pine backs Recreational Lagoon at Oneula
  13. Former Council Member Rod Tam's Ability to Collect Unemployment Shows Government Protects Its Own
  14. Premium rate hikes need tough scrutiny
  15. Should IBEW Emulate Occupy Wall Street?
  16. Sovereignty Activists Hold Election—Only 106 Voters Participate Statewide
  17. Trust Fund Babies, Hippies Occupy Kauai, Give Thanks for Smart Phones!
  18. WHT: Saying thanks to our nation's veterans
  19. Term limits to shake up Hawaii Co council
  20. DoE Worker gets 10 years for electronic enticement
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Sunday, November 06, 2011
November 6, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1268 Views :: Big Island News, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News
  1. Occupy Honolulu: Waikiki Shooting was “Round One”
  2. Giuliani Video: OWS Is Millstone Around Obama's Neck That Will Take Presidency Down
  3. Former Waipahu High School Manager Charged with Money Laundering
  4. Abercrombie: Forests Worth $14B of Your Money, Orders $11M spent to Create 150 HGEA, UPW Positions
  5. HR Video: Interview With Lawyers for Human Trafficking Victims
  6. Federal agent from mainland arrested for killing man in Waikiki
  7. Obama to Renew Push for Free Trade at APEC
  8. Borreca: Abercrombie is an Outlier of Failure
  9. Abercrombie: A Failure to Miscommunicate
  10. Case: Hirono beholden to Special Interests
  11. Star-Adv APEC Roundup:
  12. Maui: Occupy Wall Street solidarity
  13. Molokai: Legislators hear a united opposition to Big Wind
  14. Panel: Cutting, combining boards could save money
  15. Lahaina Halloween Triumphant
  16. Army looks to upgrade Pohakuloa
  17. Matayoshi: Hawaii succeeding in improving its schools
  18. Homeownership: Consuelo Foundation Does the Job the State Won’t
  19. Profitable Non-Profit Seeks Profit from Scenic Byway Proposal
  20. Dreams of his mother: Obama's Sydney connection
  21. Website displays documents from Hawaiian Kingdom
  22. Scenic donkey rescuers attend California Donkey Town 2011
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Saturday, November 05, 2011
November 5, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 905 Views :: Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Abercrombie Proposes another $11M in Spending
  2. Hannemann has been Rejected by 2nd CD Voters Before
  3. Former Waipahu High School business manager charged with theft, money laundering of $500K
  4. Zhou Enlai Peace Prize to Push Back against China’s Nobel Embarrassment
  5. Brothers Want U.S. To Pay Attorneys Fees After Failed Aloun Farms Trial
  6. Wahiawa Veterans Day Parade Should Not Be Canceled Because of APEC Conference
  7. Star-Adv Hassles Marines over Animal testing
  8. SA: Private and public schools can work together to help all Hawaii students
  9. SA: HMC needs financial cure
  10. Kauai Water board approves rate increase
  11. 4,000 Elevators Overdue For Safety Inspections
  12. FACE Renews Push for State Bank
  13. After 5 Years, Smoking Law Still Lacks Enforcement
  14. Kauai Homeless Attack Easter Seals
  15. No Payoff for Walter Ritte: Molokai protesters Greet Mini-Cruise Yacht
  16. New Book Touts Obama’s Muslim Heritage, Upbringing
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Friday, November 04, 2011
November 4, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 857 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. UHERO: Hawaii’s recovery pace has slowed to a standstill this year
  2. Calif. Treasurer: Hidden Clause in Millionaire Tax means Less CIP Money for Rail, Sand Island
  3. Small Business Tax: Lingle Campaign pushes back against Deceptive Tactics from Opponents
  4. Nobel Pushback: “Zhou Enlai Peace Institute” formed to Offer Competing Peace Prize
  5. High-Speed Rail: Debunking Obama's Latest Jobs Myth
  6. Big Island Residents Push Back Against Plastic Bag Ban
  7. Detroit Gambling Promoters Using 10-Year-Old Study to Re-Ignite Case for Gambling in Hawaii
  8. Collusion: FBI Investigating Hawaii School Bus Companies
  9. Why Didn't Audits Catch Lack of School Bus Competition? – Because the weren’t any!
  10. A Bumpy Ride For Neil’s Canoe
  11. 'Gambling in Hawaii' poised for replay at the Legislature—But Inouye only Supports Tribal Gaming
  12. Hawaiian Electric profits up Due to Green Energy Scams, Decoupling
  13. HPD Officer Pleads No Contest In Fraud Case
  14. Honolulu Presents Final Plan to Prevent $7.9M Grant Repayment
  15. City's unemployment rate inched higher in September
  16. Hawaii Politicians Can File for Unemployment Benefits
  17. HGEA’s Perreira re-elected to lead Hawaii State AFL-CIO
  18. Maoists, OHA Cronies Team up to Disrupt APEC Event at UH Manoa
  19. Wealthy Retirees, Trust Fund Babies Conspiracy Theorists Team up for Occupy Kona
  20. Boylan: Obama Didn’t Handle Economic Crisis Well
  21. Caldwell Raising Money For Carlisle Rematch—Or paying off Debts?
  22. Tax Cheat Hooser Chickens out of CD2 Run
  23. Hilo Democrat attorney Marx announces U.S. House candidacy
  24. Kona vs Hilo on County Redistricting:
  25. Maui woman pleads not guilty to federal Ponzi charge
  26. EXCLUSIVE: Kailua parents claim daughter was bullied at kid's club
  27. Stupid Doper rejects $1000 plea deal, gets 30 days and 10 years probation
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Thursday, November 03, 2011
November 3, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1046 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. David Chang Announces Candidacy for Hawaii Republican Chair
  2. 442nd legacy takes Soldiers from 'enemy aliens' to heroes
  3. Hawaii At Bottom of Future Economic Performance Rankings
  4. Just in Time for APEC: HKG Thugs Demand Iolani Palace Staff Leave
  5. Hawaii Superintendent's Lesson — Keep Your Head in the Sand
  6. Jackbooted PBS Thugs Seeking Profit, Drive Poor Sick Homeless Women and Children off Vacant Land
  7. Big Wind hits road blocks from State Procurement Office, Public Utilities Commission & the Association of Hawaiian Civic Clubs
  8. Council Rejects New Rail Vote 7-2
  9. Department of Justice motion to delay Global Horizons human trafficking case is denied
  10. Star-Advertiser Parent Company Reduces Losses Annual Report
  11. Hawaii’s Futile Congressional Delegation Introduces Futile Bill to Make Feds Pay for COFA
  12. Black Students in Hawaii Top Nation, Texas Second
  13. SA: Early education can improve test scores
  14. HPD Officer Flees to Morocco After Rape Conviction?
  15. Activists Demand School be Closed to Open Kulani Prison
  16. Rail Shifted From Airport, But Strip Club Stays
  17. Safeway Apologizes, Drops Shoplifting Charges Against Couple, But Sting Still Lingers
  18. Obama to Hold Fundraiser in Honolulu After APEC
  19. UH Astronomers: The Sun Causes Climate Change
  20. Homosexuals Outline Word Games Designed to Trick you into Changing Marriage
  21. Poll finds gas costs cut holiday budgets
  22. Revised fire hydrant rules lets building resume
  23. HAMAKUA: Yagong objects to redistricting Plan A
  24. Hawaii County Residents Push Back Against building Code Changes
  25. Researchers Dump red blocks in Hawaii waters
  26. Landfill getting full as Kauai county studies new site
  27. New Book on Hawaiian Missionaries

 

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Wednesday, November 02, 2011
November 2, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1159 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics, World News, World Politics
  1. Strike Ready: IBEW Urges HawaiianTel Workers to Clean Out Lockers
  2. Strange Bedfellows: Hawaii's Former Governor & Detroit's Gambling Promoter?
  3. A Portal to the Past: What Hawaiian Kingdom Property Taxes Tell Us
  4. After School Bus Contractors Are Busted for Bid Rigging, Abercrombie Offers $20M to Line their Pockets
  5. Abercrombie Crony Demands More Consultant Money to Fix Historic Preservation Office
  6. Could Have Got 24 years, Rod Tam Gets Two Days, and Deferred Acceptance
  7. Waimanalo Gulch is scheduled to stop receiving municipal solid waste by July 31
  8. APEC Summit Agenda Released
  9. OHA, Maoists Team up to Trash APEC
  10. SA: Humans are a Disease
  11. FACE Opposes Free Trade, APEC
  12. Kaiser seeks 8.8% increase because Old People Aren’t Dying Fast Enough
  13. Manipulation of Hawaii’s Court System Keeps Car Dealer from Manslaughter Trial
  14. SA: UH Should Save Money by Boosting Online Learning
  15. Tsunami Debris becomes Excuse for $1M Pork
  16. City to Feds: Pay Us $37 Million For Hosting APEC
  17. HNN SPECIAL REPORT: Meth in the work place
  18. Drug testing for Dopey Hawaii Co. councilmembers moves forward
  19. Kauai County weighs 51% water rate hike
  20. Danner Sisters Jump in on Green Energy Scam
  21. FACT CHECK — White House: Waianae Among Hawaii's Poorest Areas
  22. Isle soldiers return to volatile area
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Tuesday, November 01, 2011
November 1, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 591 Views
  1. 442nd legacy takes Soldiers from 'enemy aliens' to heroes
  2. Akaka Introduces Bill to Give Tribal Authorities Legal Jurisdiction over Non-Tribal Members
  3. NAEP: Hawaii DoE Still Below Average but leads in Growth
  4. Hawaii Congressional Delegation: How They Voted October 31
  5. Kawamura Earns Top Award from National Association of Budget Officers
  6. Borreca: One Paragraph Akaka Bill a ‘Hail Mary’ with More History than Support
  7. Hawaii State Liabilities Climb by $5.2B in Two Years
  8. Taken for a Ride: State Did Little to Stop Runaway School Bus Costs
  9. Hirono Misses 3% of Roll Call Votes
  10. Rail Lawsuit Ruling, Oral Arguments Soon
  11. Deadline Day for Honolulu HUD Response
  12. Sentencing for former councilmember Rod Tam set for Today
  13. Hawaiian Electric to Keep Importing Biofuel
  14. Hawaiian Telcom union OKs strike to Defend 26-weeks Paid Sick Leave
  15. Two Workers don’t Show Up and East Oahu Traffic Jams
  16. Honolulu metro ranks 55th for number of businesses
  17. Vice Principal Put Fake Bomb on Desk for Hours
  18. Strong Failures fight to Protect their Jobs in DoE Windward Castle Complex
  19. After Vandalizing Sign, Anti-Capitalists Force UH Manoa to Remove Welcome APEC
  20. Lawsuit Attempt to Silence KCC Student
  21. Big Island Farm Owner Speaks Out About EEOC Investigation
  22. Hawaii County Paying $175/ton for Recycling
  23. Kauai Council Imposes Solar over Gas
  24. Coral Pietsch, Nominated for Judge, United States Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims
  25. Michelle Obama Schedule in Hawaii for APEC Meeting
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Monday, October 31, 2011
October 31, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 998 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Sneak Attack: Inouye hides Akaka Bill in Policy Rider -- just after “Grazing Permits”
  2. Waipahu soldier and 11 others overcome Afghanistan ambush, receive awards
  3. Hawaii Ranks 12th in Energy Efficiency
  4. Akaka Bill Sneak Attack Starts to Make National News
  5. Star-Advertiser: Will Recktenwald Continue Supremes Tradition of Making it up as they Go Along?
  6. Lowest salaries in the country limit interest in judicial appointments, not public disclosure
  7. Council will revisit proposed ban on items in public areas
  8. State sees high-rises jutting from skyline
  9. 100 Trust Fund Babies Protest Wall Street Greed on Kauai
  10. WCC Student Paper Profiles Homeless Advocate
  11. Taken for a Ride: Hawaii's Runaway School Bus Costs
  12. Hannemann Radio Show Doesn't Cross Legal Line
  13. Akaka Bill: Hawaii News Media Reporting Falsehoods as Though They are Commonly Accepted Facts
  14. HECO Rigs Lanai, Molokai Bidding to Favor C&C Windfarm
  15. Lahaina man, 19, racks up 5 felonies in 2 months—gets 18 months
  16. Kill a Doctor, Get Six years?
  17. Styrofoam: Environmentalists Brainwash Children to use Ti Leaves instead of Plates
  18. Hawaiian papaya to test GMO acceptance in Japan
  19. Punchbowl cemetery upgrades worthwhile
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Sunday, October 30, 2011
October 30, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1071 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Honolulu Cockfighter paid by City: $480K to ‘Investigate Rooster Complaints’
  2. Full Text: IBEW, Hawaiian Tel on Strike Vote
  3. Kalapa: Tax Experts Favor System With Broad Base, Low Rates
  4. Star-Advertiser Punked by Global Warmer posing as Climate Skeptic
  5. Occupy Wall Street: "We handle rapes internally" -- Two rapists caught, not reported to police
  6. Sneak Attack: Inouye Attempts to Slip Akaka Bill in as “Policy Rider”
  7. Meth Dealer undermines Federal Extortion Case Against HPD Major
  8. IBEW members cast votes on whether to strike against Hawaiian Telcom
  9. Unprecedented security for next month’s APEC conference has some in Waikiki grumbling
  10. Lawsuit: End-of-Life Care Scammer Grabs Heiress’ Hawaii Home
  11. Most judges were on public lists, paper finds
  12. Hawaii DoE, UH Enlist Obama’s Former Solicitor General to Equate Japanese Americans with Head-Chopping Jihadis
  13. Vietnam Protester Abercrombie to march in November 5 Vietnam Veterans Parade
  14. Hawaii National Guard to deploy, but where?
  15. Abercrombie Cutbacks Force Shutdown of Kapiolani Child Protection Center
  16. Inmate Labor Builds Unpermitted Waimanalo Park, then tears it down
  17. Sheriff Plays Shell Game with Big Island Bailiffs
  18. Kauai Council weighs tax reforms
  19. Your Welfare Dime At Work: Pregnant F-to-M Transsexual Tracy Lagondino born in Hawaii
  20. Kona: Kenoi’s Redistricting Team Works hard to Keep Hilo Majority
  21. Quantum Leap: Abandoned Yacht Washes up at Sprecklesville
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Saturday, October 29, 2011
October 29, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1101 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics
  1. Superferry: Honolulu Lawyer Dissects Civil Beat’s Latest “Fact Check” Debacle
  2. Hawaii's Unemployment Trust Fund Out of Debt
  3. Imagine the Outrage if a Private Insurer Cut Benefits the way Abercrombie Does
  4. Akaka: Act 195 Allows Streamlining of Akaka Bill
  5. Hawaii and the Hawaiians in the American Civil War
  6. Fundamentals Matter: Capitalism not the Problem
  7. 'Occupy’ Protest loses permit due to public masturbation…and More
  8. Maui News Survey: 64% ‘Extremely Dissatisfied’ with Abercrombie
  9. Boylan: Abercrombie did not want Aides to Resign, but they were Disillusioned
  10. Akaka Tribe to Replace Pork Barrel?
  11. Hawaiian Telcom union voting to authorize strike During APEC, Fighting for 26 weeks paid annual sick leave
  12. Governor's lawyers ask judge to toss Judicial Secrecy suit
  13. Court: Charter Schools Are State Entities, Cannot Sue Other State Entities
  14. ‘Occupy’ To Set up Camp Just in time for APEC
  15. Brewbaker: Economy Worse than mid-1990s For Big Island
  16. Poll: Carlisle Leaves 'Em Wondering
  17. Muslim Student Slipping Away from the Fold?
  18. Hawaii Union Member moves to Idaho, Suddenly Begins Speaking Freely
  19. Gabbard Encouraged by ‘Occupy’ Protests: “Two Weeks in Afghanistan Would pay for Honolulu Rail”
  20. Mufi Campaign is For the Birds
  21. ‘Playing off Occupy’ draws Professional Protesters to Turtle Bay
  22. New Bail Conditions In Waikiki Extortion Case
  23. Backed by City, Atheist’s Companion Harasses Duane ‘Dog’ Chapman over Height of Gate on Driveway
  24. Supreme Court stops arbitrary cuts in legal fees for court-appointed counsel
  25. Homeless in Lihue Petition for Right to be Drunk in Public, Urinate on County Building
  26. Kona Middle Schoolers Busted for Fake Bomb at School
  27. Proposed Water Rate Hike Being Revised, Start Date Likely To Be Delayed
  28. Hawaii lost 2,900 retail jobs during the recession
  29. Search committee formed to find next UH Manoa chancellor
  30. Former Assisted Suicide Opponent to talk on Palliative Care
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Friday, October 28, 2011
October 28, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 947 Views :: Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics
  1. Hanabusa Most Unpopular of Hawaii Congressional Delegation
  2. Rail: Ansaldo Contract based on Raid of Honolulu General Fund?
  3. US Supreme Court asked to Decide Constitutionality of Cash Payments for Development Approvals
  4. Abercrombie's DHS Seeks Insurers to Transform Medicaid
  5. Abercrombie’s DHS Cuts Child Welfare $5.8M
  6. APEC: Obama needs Congressional Support for Free Trade in Pacific—but Hirono, Hanabusa vote No
  7. Politico: Lingle Wins October
  8. Governing: U.S. House Often a Poor Launching Pad for Governor
  9. Star-Advertiser Caught Lying About Alleged Change of Heart by Global Warming Skeptic
  10. Biofuel Scammers Take Over Hawaii Nature Conservancy
  11. State backs Sub-Prime loans for Solar Systems
  12. Cost of rail contract grows because of insurance coverage
  13. ACLU Admits Homeless Litigation Aims to Advance Policy, not Civil Liberties
  14. Lawmakers Asked To Tighten Laws on Financial Abuse of Elderly
  15. Skateboarders, Football Coaches Rumble at Aiea High School
  16. Latest Accused Molester Teacher Awarded with Paid Vacation by DoE
  17. San Diego Gay Activist Interested in Using Hawaii Youth Suicides to Advance Agenda
  18. State prepares in case HMC hospitals close
  19. No Support for Aloha Stadium Beer Ban
  20. Superferry: Civil Beat Fact Check Gets it Wrong Again
  21. NEIGHBORHOOD BOARD MEMBER SAYS EWA NB CHAIR SHOULD RETURN ELDERLY MAN’S HOME TO FAMILY
  22. Eco-Nazis Harass Surfer over Turtle Photo
  23. Audit challenges need, cost for regulating dog breeders
  24. Akaka Proposes Bill to Hire more HGEA
  25. Democrat Staffer to Direct Hawaii Bar Association
  26. Stephens Media Lawyers Ordered to Pay Attorney’s Fees in Copyright Case
  27. Modernizing Honolulu International Airport
  28. Hawaiian collects $18.8M in Baggage fees during second quarter
  29. Environmentalists Crushed as Weiku Bug is Saved from Endangerment
  30. Democrats Launch Third Party Effort to Get Obama Reelected with Plurality
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Thursday, October 27, 2011
October 27, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1077 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics
  1. Aftermath: What Happens to Wind Farms When They Die?
  2. Why is Detroit Casino Operator Mike Malik Dragging former Hawaii Governor Waihee on Long Island, NY?
  3. Chinese Communists Cheer Formation of “Zhou Enlai Peace Institute” in Honolulu
  4. Institute for Justice Attorney, IWF Leader to Speak in Honolulu
  5. Hawaii Lags as States Ban Contracting with Companies that do Business With Iran
  6. Slom Raising Cain
  7. Civil Beat Poll: Even Democrats Reject Abercrombie’s Tax Hikes
  8. Abercrombie Pushes Ice Cream Tax, Aides Panic
  9. Think Progress: Lingle Breaks With Republican Presidential Hopefuls On National Right To Work Law
  10. Tax Credits: Clinton Crony Movie Moguls Coming Back for More Bribery
  11. EUTF's drug plan transition is delayed
  12. Newest Akaka Bill Effort Highlights Need for “Sunlight” in Politics
  13. Trademark filing spurs speculation about Ko Olina Casino
  14. Cayetano: Civil Beat is Overpriced Blog With a Hidden Agenda
  15. Mike Buck Show Cancelled by Clear Channel
  16. Atheist Advertiser, City of Honolulu Act Quickly to Eradicate Cross from Hilltop, seek Culprit
  17. Police arrest teacher for alleged sex assaults of 14-year-old student
  18. Star-Adv Suddenly Endorses Homeless Sweeps
  19. Obama's Top Trade Ambassador Blanks on APEC History
  20. No Free Speech for APEC Supporters: Tiny Group of Protesters Seeks to Silence UH Support for APEC
  21. Federal Judge Throws Out Discrimination Complaint Against Six Hawaii Farms
  22. Cop Accused Of Rape Says Sex With Suspect Was Consensual
  23. Judge gives former Honolulu police officer several hours to show up at sex assault sentencing
  24. UH regents approve tuition increases for next five years
  25. Kakaako project would include Hawaii’s tallest building
  26. St. Francis Sisters: We won’t take our hospitals back
  27. UH-West Oahu Named Among Top Social Media Colleges?
  28. Revolving Door HPR’s Kayla Rosenfeld takes state communications job
  29. Kenoi Contributor Brian DeLima Appointed To Salary Commission
  30. Standing up to bullies
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Wednesday, October 26, 2011
October 26, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 956 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics
  1. Mainland Suicide Activists Push Agenda on Hawaii
  2. AMA: Hawaii 5th Least Competitive Health Insurance Market
  3. Honolulu 16th Worst City to Be Young
  4. Akaka Bill Sneak Attack: Inouye Slips Akaka Tribe Recognition into Appropriations Bill
  5. Tax Credits Targeted by Pono Chong, Solar Industry on Defense
  6. Full Text: Hawaii Completes 2010 Financials 16 Months Later
  7. SA: Poll is wake-up call for governor
  8. Democrat Media Desperately Flailing Around, Seeking Angle of Attack against Lingle
  9. CD2 Race breaks down to Hannemann vs Gabbard
  10. Hawaii’s Taxpayers Owe $25,000 for Past Debt
  11. Weak Dollar Drives Japanese, Canadian Tourist influx
  12. HSTA renews push for Teacher’s Tax Credit
  13. P-20 Pushes for More DoE Spending
  14. 1999 Hawaii Brain Drain Still True 12 years Later
  15. Malama Solomon Busted for Bulldozing Six Hawaiian Archeological Sites, May Get off Scot-Free
  16. Upgraded units thrill residents of Kuhio Park
  17. School to become Prison: Kulani plan moves ahead
  18. AG: State land Development Corp has all the Power
  19. ERS Director: Boldness needed to fix workers' funds
  20. Plenty of litigation, not so much Boldness: EUTF Losing $1.4M on CVS Pharmacy Contract, Extends for 6 mos
  21. Did Honolulu Council Members Violate Sunshine Law at Rail Conference?
  22. Surprise, Surprise: After a year of Hype about “puppy mills” State proposes higher fees
  23. State Pays Steep Price Increase For New Maui Housing Contract
  24. No Drug Test for Welfare, but Public Housing May Ban Tobacco Smoking
  25. UH Manoa Global Warming Propaganda Center may be Cut in Budget negotiations
  26. Salmonella vs Eco-Religion: Local, organic foods not always safer
  27. KHON: Sweep pushes homeless off of Chinatown sidewalk
  28. Federal court remands Lui case back to state
  29. Census: More Asians in Texas than Hawaii
  30. Matson Celebrates Guam Shipping Monopoly
  31. APEC News Roundup:
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Tuesday, October 25, 2011
October 25, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 837 Views :: Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics
  1. Lingle not running from RINO label
  2. Marumoto Renews Pledge to Fight Pension Tax
  3. Hawaii Congressional Delegation: How They Voted October 24, 2011
  4. Panos: Honolulu Heavy Rail Is an Energy Black Hole
  5. Legislative Committee to Hold Briefing on Elder Abuse
  6. Hawaii’s jobless rate up 3.6 points since recession began
  7. Worst Governor in the USA, Abercrombie Doubles Down of Failure, Incompetence
  8. Abercrombie Has Hit Bottom, Eating Crow, Not Changing Direction
  9. Borreca: Abercrombie needs 180 Degree Turnaround
  10. Abercrombie to Push for Soda Tax, claims Pension Tax is off Table
  11. HECO’s Alm still Backs Abercrombie
  12. Fidell: Rejection of biofuel plan is a huge setback for Green Energy Scammers
  13. Man to Face Extradition from Hawaii for 1997 Murder at Utah Homeless Shelter
  14. APEC: Maoists to Hang with Homeless for 3 Days, then Head for Ala Moana
  15. Jackbooted Hawaii PBS Thugs to Eject Poor, Sick Homeless Women and Children from Vacant Lot
  16. 50 Homeowners Blocked from Renovations because of Hydrant Distance
  17. Hickam sized up as base for drone squadron
  18. Boys should get HPV vaccine too, panel says
  19. "Native of Owhyhee" Featured on Olelo Television
  20. Horizon Lines to discontinue service to Guam and Asia
  21. Guam fish trade alarmed by limits
  22. Inouye is Victim of Credit Card Fraud
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Tuesday, October 25, 2011
October, 2011 Letters to the Editor
By News Release :: 1051 Views :: Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Elder Caregiver: We need Aloha, not “Death by Prescription”
  2. Cayetano’s Consumer Advocate says Left is lame but Hawai’i Free Press Has no Place
  3. A Misdirected Blast from a Supporter of Abercrombie’s New Communications Director
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Monday, October 24, 2011
October 24, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1045 Views :: Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics
  1. 49% Waste: Inspector General Slams Hawaii Navy Solar Projects
  2. LifeNews: Lingle Faces Pro-Abortion Mazie Hirono in Hawaii Senate Race
  3. Obama's Iraq Failure
  4. Hirono to Maui News: Hawaii Can Lead on Wind Farms
  5. Abercrombie Administration Requests Fed Approval for Nation’s Most Limited Medicaid Hospitalization Coverage
  6. Billionaire’s Minion: “People need to break grip of private interests that control public policy”
  7. Diplomat: APEC Traffic leads to Gnashing of Teeth
  8. HECO’s Approach to Uncertainty
  9. CB: Is 2012 a repeat of 2002?
  10. GOP, Dems Benefit Equally From Hawaii's Big Donors
  11. Hooser Still Hinting at CD2 Run
  12. Governor, Media Director Both Penned Novels
  13. Court: Kauai GOP Candidate should have not been Allowed Late Filing
  14. Obama Fishing Czar Divides Democrats
  15. Styrofoam: Civil Beat reviews Military History in War on Restaurant Industry
  16. Alleged Discoverer of ‘Pacific Garbage Patch’ speaks about new book
  17. Aala homeless leave, but leave mess behind
  18. Judge passes up plea deal, orders jail in welfare fraud
  19. Suit seeks to stop Halloween celebration
  20. Stadium brawl shines light on problem with beer sales
  21. Bank of Hawaii 3Q Net Falls 1.7% On Weaker Revenue
  22. First Hawaiian's earnings fall as It runs out of Act 221 Tax Credits
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Sunday, October 23, 2011
October 23, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1042 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics, World News, World Politics
  1. Kalapa: Alternative Energy Tax Credits Opened Flood Gates
  2. Cayetano’s Consumer Advocate says Left is lame but Hawai’i Free Press Has no Place
  3. A Misdirected Blast from a Supporter of Abercrombie’s New Communications Director
  4. Star-Adv hires Kenoi Admin Official to Cover Rail
  5. Iraq tied to 9-11 Attack? Star-Advertiser Editors Lie About Iraq War in order to Back Hirono
  6. Ideology Trumps Reality as Hirono Denounces Iraq War one More Time
  7. Hawaii’s Very Own Dr. Death now seeking Victims
  8. Spitting on ethics might have voters spitting back
  9. 32 Oahu Churches Participate In Massive Clean Up Effort (Religion in Action)
  10. Wash Examiner: Prostitution Prime Business Opportunity from APEC (Atheism in Action)
  11. Petition Drive as Chang, McKelvey Renew Push for State Lottery
  12. A red tape emergency: Abercrombie's stealth decree waiving land-use law
  13. New Foreclosure law flounders
  14. Arson at Kawaiaha’o Church Burns Human Remains
  15. Kauai Council to Burn $75K trying to Steal Boatyard from Owner
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Saturday, October 22, 2011
October 22, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 749 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. FULL TEXT: Motion For Summary Judgment Forcing Disclosure of Abercrombie’s Judicial Nominees
  2. New Zealand World’s Best Country to Start a Business
  3. Hawaii: Second Highest Taxes on Earth?
  4. Rail Building Kiewit executive Picked as Trustee of Rail-Skeptic Kamehameha Schools
  5. Ansaldo Pays $150K Fine for Unlicensed Rail Contracting, Fine could have been $560M
  6. Ten Months In, Abercrombie is hated even by Democrats
  7. Reality Trumps Ideology: Hawaii PBS to Force Homeless Encampment off Property
  8. Senator Hee escapes ethics penalties despite commission concerns
  9. Ideology Trumps Reality as Hirono Denounces Iraq War one More Time
  10. Poll Claims 49% want Gay ‘Marriage’
  11. New Job After Five Weeks: Hawaiian Airlines names Sunshine Topping recruiting director
  12. Shack Extortion Defendant getting out on $250k Bail
  13. HPD To Wear Straw Hats, Aloha Shirts for APEC
  14. Parrots outnumber People at Kauai ‘Occupy’ Protest
  15. Outside sources provide 17% of Honolulu’s personal income
  16. Hawaii's Most Wanted fugitive captured
  17. Layoffs at resort might violate law
  18. Hoopili Re-labels Greenstrips, Drainage Areas as Commercial Farms
  19. Hawaii County Redistricting Puts Ford, Smart in Same Council District
  20. On Target Shooting Range to Be used by Hawaii County Police?
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Friday, October 21, 2011
October 21, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 768 Views :: Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. No Gag Order in Hawaii Blind-Deaf School Homosexual Rape Gang Case
  2. Neil Abercrombie is the Least Popular Governor in USA
  3. Poll: Obama's numbers down even in Hawaii
  4. HPD Releases APEC Road Closure Schedule
  5. HOPE Probation Expands to Four New Communities
  6. Enviros decide Hawaii Reefs worth $33B of your money, Design Survey to arrive at Conclusion
  7. National Pro-Abortion Money Pours into Hirono’s Campaign
  8. Abercrombie is Lingle’s Ace in the Hole
  9. Gary Hooser May be Violating Federal Election Law in run for Congress
  10. Perfect Symbolism of Entire System: Illegal Fundraising by Legislators was to Buy Surfboard for Obama
  11. CB: HLRB Hearings Show the System is a Joke
  12. Lokelani Lindsey’s Lawyer now heads State Housing Development Corp
  13. Nobody has Gumption to Get Killer off Shoreline Squat
  14. Gay Mental Illness to Be Focus State of Hawaii Conference aimed at Your Children
  15. Boon to Tourism: Dollar slumps to record low versus yen
  16. Jobless rate up a third straight month to 6.4%
  17. No Overtime in Top Three: ERS To Push for Pension Reform Again
  18. SA: Education trumps housing on DOE land
  19. Bhago Trying to Rescue State IT Dying on Side of Road
  20. Sop to Solar Industry? FERC Dismisses Kauai Hydro Applications
  21. New Hearing for Hoopili Grows Heated
  22. The Shack: Accused Waikiki Extortionist May Get Bail
  23. Army plans ambitious Pohakuloa upgrade
  24. Dopey Hawaii County Council to be Tested for Drugs?
  25. Did Animal Liberation Whackos Get a U.S. Marine Colonel Fired?
  26. Stealing Electricity? Saipan Attorney General, Auditor Trade Criminal Charges
  27. Karma: Latest Electric Car gets 19 MPG
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Thursday, October 20, 2011
October 20, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 969 Views :: Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. VIDEO: Gaddafi Pulled from Storm Drain, Argues with Captors before Getting Final Bullet
  2. China Cancels Honolulu Flights, Abercrombie calls Asia trip "extremely productive"
  3. Hawaii DoE grabs for another $50M from Race to the Top
  4. The Backdoor Attempt to Rewrite No Child Left Behind
  5. Pro-Assisted Suicide Advocates Falsely Advertise Suicide as Legal in Hawaii
  6. VIDEO: Lingle Visits Neighbor Islands
  7. New Poll shows Lingle beating Ed Case for Senate
  8. Horizon Lines Avoids Bankruptcy, But Delisted by NYSE
  9. Lingle’s $400K Fundraiser Creates Optimism
  10. Mehau Crony Naone back out after Paltry 14 Months
  11. Would Lingle Reintroduce Old Version of Akaka Bill?
  12. Issues at ORI Senior Center Unresolved as Federal Deadline Looms
  13. Counting on rail transit jobs? The numbers just don't add up
  14. Prostitution conviction of President Obama's friend stricken from court record—2nd Deferred Acceptance
  15. APEC host panel declares stage set for summit
  16. UPW Leans against APEC Strike
  17. Kamehameha Schools $2 Million Lawsuit Near Settlement
  18. Bob Jones: Fear of being called Fascists makes us Tolerant to the Point of Paralysis
  19. Rail Operating Costs Worry Honolulu Council Members
  20. List of Top Rail Lessees, Lessors
  21. CB Dissects Airport Rail Debacle
  22. Snowjob: APEC Delegates to be told Hawaii is “Business Friendly”
  23. Akaka Staffer Takes SolarCity Job
  24. Solar Farm Becomes Part of Sales Pitch for Hoopili
  25. Silly Editors at Star-Adv: “Don't wait to adapt to global warming”
  26. Local 5 Behind Occupy Wall Street Honolulu Protests
  27. Some Hawaii Teachers Ignore Ethics Code
  28. Murdock, Robinson Family among 100 largest landowners
  29. Get Cash For Your "Energy Hogs"
  30. Makaha Resort closing Oct.31
  31. "One of the bigger marijuana dealers in Waikiki" Charged with Injecting Cocaine, Meth into 14-year old girl
  32. Ala Wai Town House Scene of Earlier Incident
  33. Kauai Council Makes it Illegal To Urinate on County Building
  34. NATO kills 115 militants in area where Schofield soldiers are based
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Wednesday, October 19, 2011
October 19, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 700 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Hawaii Poll shows Cain beating Romney in GOP Caucus Vote, 88% of GOPers back Lingle
  2. Update: Charles Djou in Afghanistan
  3. VIDEO Truth In Accounting Presentation at Hawaii Capitol
  4. Lawyer: Hawaii Assisted Suicide is Not "Already Legal"
  5. Final Stages of Total Withdrawal from Iraq Planned from Schoefield
  6. Lingle Campaigns for “Jobs Impact Statement” to Match EIS
  7. Lingle Beats Case in Latest Poll
  8. Shapiro: Futless Perfect Word for Abercrombie
  9. HLRB: Lawmakers, governor exempt from testifying in HSTA Case
  10. Ernie Martin 'Definitely' Running for Mayor — The Question is When
  11. All Night in Cold Water: Court Docs Show How Sovereignty Activists Allegedly Killed Man for his $70M Estate
  12. Hawaii Officials Merrily Celebrate Rail in D.C.
  13. Hearing set on suit seeking release of judicial nominee names
  14. State terminates managers of troubled housing project
  15. Civil Beat Experiments with Delphi Technique Online
  16. Solar tax Equity: US Bancorp to Pull $75M out of Taxpayers’ Pockets
  17. Honolulu income growth since 1970 at 6.6% a year
  18. CB: How Presidential Candidates Are Stacking Up So Far in Hawaii
  19. Hawaii GOP Ahead of Nebraska, Missouri
  20. ACLU Helps Maoists to Get First and Only Anti-APEC Protest Permit
  21. Police, Child Care Officials Investigate Alleged Peeping Tom, Close His Family's Hawaii Kai Daycare
  22. 32 Priors, Busted for Shooting 14yr old Girl with Drugs
  23. Hawaii school-based flu vaccinations to continue
  24. Tax Increase aimed at Fake Farms
  25. Tsunami Debris to reach Midway this Winter
  26. Hawaii health officials investigate mercury in marlin jerky
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Tuesday, October 18, 2011
October 18, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1210 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics
  1. Ideology Yes, Hawaii No: Hirono Votes Against S. Korea Free Trade
  2. Hawaii Solar Bubble: Installations jump 68% in headlong rush towards Threshold
  3. Rail Debate: Woulda, Coulda, Shoulda on Island Insights
  4. Honolulu Traffic vs. Star-Advertiser: Rail Job Count 650, not 17,250
  5. Cato Backs Suit Challenging DHHL Residents’ Property Tax Discount
  6. Geothermal Prep? OHA Admin Appointed State Energy Administrator
  7. If elected, Lingle seeks to ‘stand up’ for tourism
  8. Governor’s New Communications Director Forwards anti-Obama Chain Email
  9. Opponents Intimidated by Lingle Fundraising Success?
  10. Business Execs, PACs Boost Hanabusa Campaign
  11. CEOs, Developers Pump Up Hannemann's Campaign Coffers: Former Coke Dealer, Pay to Play Mitsunaga Give to Gabbard
  12. Global Warming “Scientists” Just Like the Anti-APEC Protesters
  13. Squib: 30 show at First Anti-APEC Protest
  14. Act 221 Scammers Back Assisted “Suicide”
  15. Late financial report leaves fiscal 2010 picture unclear
  16. 41 States - including Hawaii - Submit Requests to the U.S. DOE for a NCLB Waiver, But Critics Say That Will Hurt Schools in the Future
  17. ‘Rail~Volution’ Draws Honolulu Officials to DC
  18. 1909 Law a Product of St Damien’s Work?
  19. Increase In Workplace Meth Use Recorded
  20. Taser Case Fails to Stun Full Panel of 9th Circuit
  21. Isles involved in outreach campaign to get homeless vets off the streets
  22. Luddites Demand GMO Labeling so they can Herd their Sheep to Boycott
  23. OHA Holds Annual Meetings on Hawaii Island
  24. Kawailoa: Mafia First Wind buys 30 Turbines from Siemens
  25. PUNA: Redistricting hearing held in Kea’au
  26. Hacker Vacuums $1.2 M from American Samoa Government Account
  27. High Levels of Mercury Found in Hawaii Fish Jerky
  28. Hawaii-based Army soldier from Texas killed
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Monday, October 17, 2011
October 17, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1314 Views :: Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics
  1. Solar Credits: 1000s of Homeowners to Face Audits to Cover up DoTAX Re-write of Law
  2. Case: Lingle offers Change to Hawaii Voters
  3. CB: Hirono Cold, Aloof, Prefers to be Alone
  4. After 10 months of Abercrombie, Even Anti-Superferry Protester Misses Lingle
  5. Djou Raises $81,400, Hanabusa $143,200
  6. Critics of Big Wind plan say it does not consider Oahu as a location for alternative energy
  7. Old Boys All Agree: Rail Means Jobs
  8. Program helps identify homeless vets
  9. First Anti-APEC Rally Today
  10. China Daily: Governors to promote tourism during forum
  11. SA: Family Justice Center needed to fight domestic violence
  12. Cabdrivers grumble over airport shuttles
  13. Navy Installs Large Scale Solar Hot Water Project on Oahu
  14. NORAD FAA Rep Helped Coast Guard Save Pilot off Hilo
  15. Airman hurt by blast returns to kin in isles
  16. The Rising East: Thinking the Unthinkable, Will North Korea Launch a Nuclear Attack?
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Sunday, October 16, 2011
October 16, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 849 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics
  1. Djou Campaign reports $243K Cash on Hand
  2. Feds: Medical Marijuana Laws and Hawaii County Council Drive Growth in Drug Trade
  3. Lawsuit Challenges Kaiser’s Non-profit Status: Money funneled to For-Profit Entities?
  4. Kalapa: The Trouble with Borrowing is Repaying the Loan
  5. Why evangelicals must stand up to anti-Mormon bigotry
  6. Borreca: Unlike predecessors, Abercrombie shuts out news media
  7. Cataluna to Abercrombie: What’s wrong with telling the truth?
  8. Hawaii credit card receipts point to slowing economy
  9. Geothermal Push Makes for Strange Bedfellows
  10. Homeless Sweeps Drive Bums Back Towards Old Stadium Park
  11. FBI affidavit sheds light on testimony never given in Aloun Farms human trafficking case
  12. Afterschool Program Benefits Hawaii Nonprofits
  13. 'Silver wave' about to crash on isle shores
  14. Rohlfing: Constitution Clear on Residency
  15. Do those “Read Aloud” banners constitute lobbying?
  16. Farrington set for major renovation
  17. State may use school land for affordable housing
  18. Private road fund bill resurfaces
  19. Send in the Clowns: Obama to make Occupy Wall Street Central Theme of His Campaign
  20. Rick Hamada’s Ron Paul Smack Down
  21. Out by Dec 31, U.S. To Keep Iraq Withdrawal Deadline
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Saturday, October 15, 2011
October 15, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 966 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Rail Transit on Oahu: Real Estate Investment Opportunity or Urban Blight?
  2. Lingle takes Senate Campaign to Big Island
  3. Homosexuals Demand Hawaii Churches be Forced to Host Gay Union Ceremonies
  4. Thief Demands Marijuana During Probation
  5. Solar Industry Calls DoTAX Bluff
  6. Candidates start disclosing war chests for latest quarter
  7. Shapiro: Lazy Mazie not Worth $5
  8. Rafu Shimpo: Lingle Announces Run for Akaka’s Senate Seat
  9. Bombardier files new appeal of Honolulu rail contract
  10. Tax Free Bonds Finance Sewer Upgrades
  11. Occupy Honolulu heads for Waikiki
  12. PTA plan would impact land
  13. Abercrombie goes to China and China Eastern cancels Shanghai-Honolulu flights
  14. Will China Eastern Flights Resume?
  15. SA: Energy Must be taken out of Hands of Market
  16. Sovereignty Scammers Claim Geothermal Available on Oahu
  17. HECO with new 200mw “renewable” Proposal
  18. Another Democrat sues demanding State Discriminate Against Military Personnel
  19. After DoJ Lets Aloun Farms off the Hook, Global Horizons Human trafficking case to get new prosecutors
  20. New protections for victims of domestic, sexual violence
  21. State Hospital employee accused of sexually assaulting patient
  22. SA: Old People are Just Too Expensive for Medicare
  23. Hawaii has lowest rate of heart disease in nation
  24. Eco-Fraud: Polar Bear Researcher To Be Re-Interviewed By Feds
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Friday, October 14, 2011
October 14, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 799 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Honolulu Rated 5th Most Dangerous US Airport
  2. Moody’s Downgrade Adds Pressure to sell off Honolulu Rail Contractor
  3. Tax on ‘Tax-Free’ Bonds still alive in Congress: Hawaii Public Housing At Risk
  4. Lingle Raises $400K on First Day of Campaign
  5. With Lingle in, Senate race now a 'tossup'
  6. Hawaii Republican Party's interim chairwoman aims to make the party a solid political force
  7. Homeowners face audits for Following DoTAX Regs on Solar Tax Credits
  8. Governor's New Chief of Staff Will Continue Outside Business Deals
  9. Ansaldo: HART outlines its Fatal Assumptions
  10. WaPo: Lingle Has Good Opportunity in Hawaii
  11. $58M sought for next year's school budget
  12. Congressional Committee Debates Cuts to Hawaii Military Spending
  13. Suffering PDS, Hirono Can’t Remember who Ran for President
  14. Truth in Accounting Comes to Hawaii
  15. Hawaii tax collections increase for first fiscal quarter
  16. PBN: Nullifying HECO’s contract with Aina Koa Pono was right call
  17. DANGER! Hawaii Bankers Grab Control of Citibank
  18. After Losing in the Intermediate Court, James Pflueger Appeals Manslaughter Case to Supreme Court
  19. Kauai Garden Isle Debunks Electric Cars
  20. Hospital Blocker Sen. Roz Baker honored for efforts to support public health
  21. SHOPO backs Hannemann for Congress
  22. Examining HTA’s 2012 efforts for marketing
  23. FOX casting in Hawaii for show about struggling hotels
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Thursday, October 13, 2011
October 13, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 648 Views
  1. Cook: Hawaii Senate Race a toss-up
  2. Hawaii: Second Highest Taxes on Earth?
  3. Defeat of Obama Jobs Bill Saves Honolulu Rail Millions
  4. DoE Releases Public and Charter School Enrollment Numbers
  5. Would Abercrombie throw his staff under the bus on the way to the casino?
  6. Tax Credits: Clinton Crony Movie Moguls Burned $218K trying to Bribe Legislators
  7. SA: U.S. Senate race offers hard choices
  8. ACLU moots use for Fire, Fake Weapons, and Liquids by anti-APEC Protesters
  9. Waikiki Business Gifts to Police Under Fire Before
  10. A New Contract For Not-So-New Hawaii Schools Chief
  11. War on Restaurant Industry: Civil Beat Seeks Tactical Intel from Other Styrofoam Battles
  12. Act 221 Scammers still Pushing Hawaii Stock Exchange
  13. KCC Censorship leads to … Palmyra Island?
  14. Enviros Opposition to Public Land Development Corp Predicated on Overthrow of Admission Act
  15. Akaka cosponsors Indian energy bill
  16. Hawaii Teamster Rejects Hoffa’s Labor Day Rant
  17. Request for rail rebid turns into rant
  18. Honolulu Airport makeover underway ahead of APEC
  19. HECO, SunPower, DHHL in 5mw Solar Deal
  20. Electric utility blames rates on oil prices
  21. International drug summit to be held in Hawaii
  22. Council members may face 12-year limit, Return to Partisan Primaries
  23. Harry Kim Mulls Re-Run for Big Island Mayor
  24. Kona Diving Instructor’s Attack on Aquarium Collector Timed to Council Vote
  25. Next time it rains on Waikiki, Blame Global Warming
  26. Kona coffee grower pays $46,000 in back wages, fines over treatment of Mexican workers
    • South Korea Free Trade Passes, Akaka says Free Trade for Me, but not for Thee
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Wednesday, October 12, 2011
October 12, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1033 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Lingle announces Campaign, Launches Website
  2. Lingle Hits Moderate, Bipartisan themes in Campaign Rollout
  3. AUDIO: Lingle Announces Senate Bid
  4. Hanabusa: Lingle resonates with voters
  5. Failing, DoE seeks waiver from federal No Child Left Behind law
  6. Are Suicide Activists Already Killing People in Hawaii?
  7. Hawaii Congressional Delegation: How They Voted October 11th
  8. Abercrombie, HTA Leave Tokyo
  9. Earlier primary forces candidates, voters to adjust
  10. New Day becomes Sad Day: Gamble on Abercrombie has failed to pay off
  11. Governor’s incoming chief of staff draws new questions
  12. New Day: DoE Teachers must Resign, Give Up Seniority to Work at Charter Schools
  13. APEC: Pan-Pacific Free Trade Zone to Include US, Japan, Australia, NZ, Singapore
  14. Full Text: Malama Solomon Sues to Disenfranchise Military Personnel
  15. SA: Put geothermal on front burner as Pele Defense Fund Fizzles Out
  16. Free Speech taught at KCC? Student Housing Corp Sues Student over Facebook Postings
  17. A Second Crack at Clearing Honolulu's Sidewalks
  18. Crews Racing To Complete Makeover In Time For APEC—But Don’t Worry, Brian Schatz is in Charge
  19. Ewa Democrat Kurt Favella Target of Elder Abuse Allegations
  20. HPD offers insight into policies after fatal traffic stop
  21. Sewer Rate Hikes Could Increase Borrowing Costs for Sewer Projects
  22. State: $4.2M to Boost N. Kohala Ag Developer
  23. Aina Koa Pono Slams State Regulators for Refusing to Loot Ratepayers
  24. Pacquiao picks Hawaii for next title bout
  25. Occupy Wall Street – Hilo Demonstration Scheduled for October 15
  26. Senate passes bill to sanction China over currency
  27. Payback? Obama drops Human Trafficking grant to Catholic bishops
  28. Environmental Groups Wary of Who Will Head New State Land Agency
  29. Banana Leaves? Civil Beat Pushes Tupperware as Styrofoam Alternative
  30. Al Jazeera video interviews Thai workers on their living conditions
  31. Clinton Supporter Orly Taitz in Hawaii Looking for Birth Certificate
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Tuesday, October 11, 2011
October 11, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 751 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. AUDIO: Lingle Announces Senate Bid
  2. Obama Sends South Korea Free Trade Agreement to Congress
  3. Some Democrats worry Coppa is Tied to Development Interests
  4. With Abercrombie floundering and Lingle preparing to Win Senate Seat, Borreca Reminisces About the Glory Days
  5. New PUC Commissioner up to his eyeballs in Green Energy Scams, Wants Rate Increase
  6. OIP to OHA — Again: Your Employees Are Public
  7. Gabbard Gives Back Pay Raises, Oshiro buys support
  8. Castle & Cooke pushes again for Koa Ridge approval
  9. State's triage puts fewer kids into foster care
  10. SA: School closures need clear strategy
  11. Calvin Say does not remember ‘gifts’ received from Movie Mogul Lobbyists
  12. Malama Solomon sues, Calls Military Personnel “Wrong Population Base”
  13. Pro rail Union group pays for trip to DC
  14. APEC SHAKEDOWN: Homelessness industry moves bums to Land owned by Hawaii Public Broadcasting
  15. APEC Warmup: Occupy Honolulu movement grows but has some divisiveness
  16. Friends of Rod Tam Launch Website
  17. State Civil Defense names interim vice director
  18. Gold Star License Plates Arrive In Hawaii
  19. Schofield Chopper Teams Train On Big Island
  20. Ocean View Residents Reject plan for Forced Relocation, Higher Taxes
  21. Eco-Study claims Hawaiians have Been Destroying Reefs for 700 years
  22. Hawaii Black Albatross Is Not Endangered, Agency Says
  23. Hawaii Ranks #2 in Marriages
  24. Coming Out Day: Hawaii LGBT activists force gay students, workers to become Activists too
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Monday, October 10, 2011
October 10, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1277 Views :: Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics
  1. Governor’s New Communications director Is Chairman Of Unity House, Owner of Troubled Nightclub, Gambling Advocate
  2. Hawaii Agency Tasked with Developing State Lands Could Grind to a Halt
  3. Like GOP, Hawaii Democrats Also In Debt
  4. FACE: We need Rail Because America Needs Yet Another ‘Stimulus’ Bill
  5. Movie company’s gifts face continuing ethics probe
  6. 53% of isle children taught there really IS a free lunch
  7. Overrun by Bums, Night closure endorsed for King Kalakaua Park
  8. It Begins: Philippine Paper Looks at Sex Tourism in Hawaii
  9. Local 5, Anti-APEC Groups, Sovereignty Scammers Make Overtures To 'Occupy Honolulu' Organizers
  10. Carlisle Travels 64 days in First Year
  11. CB: Time to Write a Glowing History of the Sovereignty Movement
  12. Hawaii Military Researchers Make Breakthrough towards AIDS Vaccine
  13. Department of Education Launches Its First-ever Redesign Initiative in Hawaii
  14. Sheriff Division adds 18 deputies
  15. SA: Require bikers to wear helmets
  16. Kauai Council Rejects Solar Water Heater Mandate
  17. Gay CNN Reporter tries to use Bullying to Change Human Nature
  18. NY Post: Aimless Obama walks alone
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Sunday, October 09, 2011
October 9, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 2123 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Solar Tax Credits: Cash from General Fund Lines Pockets of Mainland Companies
  2. Hawaii Christian Coalition salutes Kaauwai, Plans Community Meetings
  3. Climate Change and Regulatory Takings in Coastal Hawaii
  4. Taking a Step Back on Nation’s Economic Path
  5. Top Abercrombie Advisor Tied to Honolulu Liquor Commission Boss forced out by FBI Investigation
  6. Borreca to Abercrombie: Stand and deliver or leave
  7. Inouye Wrong: Hawaii will take brunt of Military Cuts
  8. Internal Crisis? Abercrombie loses fourth staff member
  9. Do families really want all the people Abercrombie is sending home to them?
  10. Civil Defense should be Cabinet post
  11. Geothermal on Hawaii island and Maui could double the state's current energy output—and cut cost by 66%
  12. OHA: Machado has no replacement as Clyde Namuo quits
  13. Hawaii ranks #8 in Per-Capita Domestic Violence Murders
  14. Volunteers Cleaning Up Hawaii Schools For Less
  15. Proposed UH tuition increases explained
  16. Maui Measure pushes labeling of genetically engineered products
  17. Occupy Hawaii organized by UNITE HERE Local 5
  18. Occupy Wall Street movement hits Hawaii
  19. Maoists, UH Perfesser, Occupy Wall Street prepare to Occupy APEC
  20. SA: HPD needs to respect records law
  21. Prosecutors Use Civil Law to go after Drug Houses
  22. Fire probe shutters popular shooting range
  23. Guam: Small Island Has a Big Role
  24. China Daily Looks at Sun Yat Sen in Hawaii
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Saturday, October 08, 2011
October 8, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 999 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Spin Doctors try to blame Staff for Abercrombie being Abercrombie
  2. Epiphany leads to Mass Resignations: Abercrombie Administration Incompatible with Family Values
  3. Just back from Paris, Abercrombie flees to Japan
  4. VIDEO: Pilot ditches Cessna, rescued by Coast Guard off Hilo
  5. Operation Enduring Freedom, A Decade Of War
  6. Homeownership grows 1.18% during Lingle Years—Hawaii Growth Rate #3 in Nation
  7. SA: “Unpredictable Abercrombie caused much of the communications damage”
  8. ILind: Abercrombie administration Still flunking crisis management test
  9. Henry Curtis: Abercrombie a One Term Governor?
  10. Shapiro: Gov's 'New Day in Hawaii' got old for fleeing staffers
  11. Activists: Abercrombie is Executing Micronesians
  12. Abercrombie admits responsibility for costing Hawaii millions under Compact of Free Association
  13. Even Obama doesn’t want anything to do with Abercrombie
  14. Maoist APEC protestors get ready to rally
  15. Occupy Maui: Protesters in Clown Suits hit Wailuku
  16. SA pushes for Taxes on Food Deemed “Junk”
  17. Panel Again Revises Staggered Terms for Hawaii Senate Seats
  18. 911 calls capture progress of rampage
  19. Kauai Jury fails to convict for “Atooi” License provided by Anti-Superferry Protester
  20. W. Hawaii shooting range could open in 'couple years'
  21. Ecos in Dismay as Kokee Cabins to be Auctioned
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Friday, October 07, 2011
October 7, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 680 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Inouye Slams Ed Case: “I don’t want to deal with a person like that”
  2. Asselbaye, Aoki Resign from Abercrombie Administration
  3. KIUC: In Race for Tax Credits, Solar Beats Wind, Biofuel
  4. State of Hawaii to SCOTUS: Protect Property Rights from "Overreaching Federal Regulation"
  5. ALA: 1909 Law Does Not Allow Assisted Suicide
  6. Like Hawaii, Alaskan Native Corps Front for Government Contractors while Natives Get Short-Changed
  7. Hawaii has lowest level of Serious Mental Illness in US
  8. Abercrombie plans push for Soda Taxes and gambling
  9. Abercrombie’s New Chief of Staff is Old Boy Insider
  10. State Civil Defense Workers Sign Petition Asking For Vice-Director’s Reinstatement
  11. Djou's Campaign Objective To Reach Congress
  12. Case: Hirono is Status Quo Candidate, Senate Race Mirrors 2002
  13. Case Says he’s Too Honest, But then Won’t Tell
  14. Hanabusa Scrounging Contracts for Akaka Gang, CNHA
  15. SA: Let free speech ring out during APEC
  16. Rail Price Drops Again In New Draft Financial Plan
  17. Big Wind has Secret Plan to Cover all of Molokai?
  18. State boosts “Big Wind” EIS contract by 70%
  19. Judge: HSTA Attorney 'Promoted Confusion' to ‘Boost Attorney’s Fees’
  20. School lunch price going higher
  21. Private North Hawaii Hospital to Join HHSC???
  22. Durbin Tax Hits Hawaii Bank Customers
  23. Revolving Door: Suspect in Zales jewelry robbery in trouble again (Arrest #24)
  24. Anti Capitalist 'OccupyHawaii' Site Sponsored by Businesses, Conservative Group Ads
  25. ‘Enlightened’ Mocks Conscious and Progressive
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Thursday, October 06, 2011
October 6, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1156 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics
  1. Rep Pine: Pass HB1465 to Stop Elder Abuse
  2. First 100 Residents move into Renovated Kuhio Park Apartments
  3. Waihee: Mass murderer Zhou Enlai is a hero of mine
  4. Sovereignty Scammers Hit it Big: Dorcy Estate Second only to Doris Duke’s
  5. Activists: Assisted Suicide Legal under 1909 Hawaii Law
  6. Inouye on Case: “My thinking has not really changed … I don’t want to deal with a person like that”
  7. Inouye: Lack of Bipartisanship Hurting Hawaii
  8. Abercrombie Muzzled After Pro-Bowl Gaffe
  9. Legislative Agenda: More Spending, Tax Hikes, and Tax Credits
  10. Hanabusa Engineered Automatic Legislative Pay Hikes
  11. HW: Difficult to Discern If Kaauwai Responsible for GOP Debt
  12. Hawaii County Elections Worker Operated Business out of Elections Warehouse
  13. Sheriff Department Gun Purchase Contract Questioned
  14. Back to the Stone Age: Civil Beat suggests Banana Leaves as Alternative to Styrofoam Plates
  15. Maui: Anti-GMO Luddites Push for Labeling in order to Facilitate Fear-Mongering Campaign
  16. Wealthy Anti-Superferry Protesters fly to DC For “Stop the Machine” Protest
  17. SA: Fund adult classes via moderate fees
  18. Legal Morass Raises Questions About Charter School Independence
  19. Reapportionment Revises Staggered Senate Terms Again
  20. OHA to Replace Namuo Within 3-5 Months
  21. Removing Bums from H-1 viaduct costs $400,000 a year
  22. Bill 54 Angers ACLU, Homelessness Industry
  23. Waikiki Business Assoc Buys More Police Protection
  24. Hawaii District Court judges issue conflicting opinions on enforcement scheme for Hawaii's Tip Statute - Hawaii Supremes to weigh-in
  25. Assisted Suicide Lobby Begins to Crank up Lobbying for 2012
  26. State's largest solar power project planned for Kauai
  27. Tax Commission To Weigh Elimination Of State Income Taxes
  28. Hawaii’s Future: Feds use Seal Protection to Shut Down Alaska Fisheries
  29. Meddling Enviro Gets Away with Harassment
  30. Latest Target for Free Floating Anxiety: Aquarium Fish Collectors
  31. White House Pretends that 1,500 Hawaii Teacher Jobs Come From Obama Plan
  32. Gay Reaction to Anti-Bullying Program
  33. More than 100 protestors rallied against Capitalism, Freedom on Hawaii island
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Wednesday, October 05, 2011
October 5, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1106 Views
  1. VIDEO: Lingle at Djou Fundraiser in Manoa
  2. Back to the Future: Hilo Girl leads 12 Army Cooks replacing 84 Contractors in Iraq
  3. Hawaii DoE Launches Anti-Bullying Campaign
  4. Hawaii Public Schools to Offer Surfing as Official Sport
  5. HB: Data on Women and Money in Hawaii and Nationally
  6. Bob Jones: Hirono, Hanabusa, Abercrombie Least Inspirational in History
  7. Roll Call: Lingle is most high profile candidate not yet announced
  8. Inouye: “Case knows why I’m not too happy with him”
  9. Hamada: Kaauwai Was Good For GOP
  10. Duke Aiona Responsible for GOP’s Poor 2010 Performance
  11. Sovereignty Activist Tied to Two Other Possible Elder Abuse Cases
  12. Child Deaths: DHS Director Blames Media for Controversy over DHS Secrecy
  13. SA Defends Reapportionment Plan
  14. Hawaii County moves closer to vote-by-mail
  15. Dela Cruz: Hotels, Energy Projects to be Facilitated by State Land Corporation
  16. Abercrombie gets lead out when cashing tax checks
  17. HNN: Two HPD officers charged in alleged workers comp fraud scheme
  18. Aloun Farms: Another Slavery Conviction Overturned
  19. Open Enrollment but EUTF Premiums Still Not Known
  20. Inouye: Protectionist Senate Bill A Risk to Hawaii Tourism
  21. After Prosecutors Drop pre-APEC Prep Case, ACLU goes to Plan B
  22. City clears out homeless in Haleiwa
  23. Mililani Trask to Headline Geothermal Forum at Bellows
  24. Fidell: Big Wind = Superferry Redux
  25. Abercrombie Admin to “Invest” $6M in High Tech Companies
  26. TAU: Hordes of Developers Descend on Kauai County Council
  27. #2 Man at Civil Defense Steps Down over Power Grab by State DoD
  28. Likelike on Hold: As Campus closure policy is under review
  29. Teachers Fight 'Take It or Leave It' Deal
  30. Hawaii Ed Board Passes Graduation Policy — Again
  31. Ground-based interceptor missiles hit targets over Hawaii
  32. Obama policy setting troop killers free in Iraq
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Tuesday, October 04, 2011
October 4, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1126 Views :: Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Sovereignty Scammers accused of Elder Abuse, Gain Control of $70M Estate
  2. Abercrombie claims to be victim of Bullying
  3. Assisted Suicide Back on Legislative Agenda
  4. More Predictions of Doom and Gloom for Hawaii Republicans From the Pundits
  5. Thielen Joins Carlisle Administration
  6. Hawaii Education Scores Rank Poor When Compared Globally
  7. Honolulu Rail Construction Delays Will Paralyze Traffic for Decade
  8. 'Graying Hippies' in Hilo Join NY City Allies in Protest of 'Corporate Greed and Influence'
  9. Fidell: Hawaii’s Energy Future is based on Solar, Wind and Mililani Trask
  10. Styrofoam: Civil Beat Identifies Enemy Supply Lines in War on Restaurant Industry
  11. Program aims to help homeowners stay out of foreclosure
  12. Adult School Principals seeking funding propose fewer locations and higher class fees
  13. Hokulia Bypass road protest dead-ends at Supreme Court
  14. Judge Orders Release of Four 911 Tapes
  15. Former Prisoners Face Employment Challenges
  16. Honolulu Federal prison probe seeks answers on contraband
  17. Judge rules Army didn't test seaweed near Makua
  18. SA: Let private sector run public housing
  19. Hawi Ag Park To Be Exempt from All Zoning, Construction Standards
  20. Hughes Corp. revives plan for Kakaako
  21. Natatorium is a problem that just won't go away
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Monday, October 03, 2011
October 3, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 820 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Got $1.25M? Jeremy Harris’ 16 acre Estate For Sale
  2. Lalamilo: Another Hawaii Wind Energy Junkyard
  3. Why Stop at $500K? DoTAX Quietly Multiplies Hawaii Solar Tax Credit
  4. “Tiny” Rate Due to Broad Base of Hawaii’s “Sales Tax”
  5. Malama Solomon’s Lawsuit Shapes Future of Jerry Chang, Mark Nakashima
  6. Schools to launch push against bullying
  7. SA: Sometimes, it costs too much green to go green
  8. $25M solar project planned by A&B for 2012
  9. Public Lands Development Corp Cancels Meeting after Violation
  10. Hawaii County Redistricting meetings seek public's input
  11. CB: 'Bummer of a Summer' for Hawaii's Visitor Industry
  12. Styrofoam: Civil Beat IDs Targets in War on Restaurant Industry
  13. Freeway Service Patrol Expands
  14. SA: Find funding for snake inspections
  15. L.A. sheriffs say there may be more victims of singer Rodriguez—in Hawaii
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Sunday, October 02, 2011
October 2, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 979 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Truth In Accounting Coming to Hawaii Oct 10-12
  2. US Supreme Court Asked to Decide: Is Hawaiian Homes Property Tax Exemption Racial Discrimination?
  3. Obama’s Low Approval Ratings in Hawaii Create opening for Lingle
  4. Fukumoto: Hawaii GOP Significantly Ahead
  5. Nurses: Stop Union Political Endorsements
  6. Report: Hawaii Charter Schools Should be allowed to Dump HSTA, HGEA
  7. DoE Trying to Grab Money from Federally Funded Tutoring for Students in Failing Schools
  8. Wise Prosecutors drop Topless Protesters Case, Keep Powder Dry for APEC
  9. As Occupy Wall Street Riots Spread, Groups worried officials will limit ability to Riot during APEC summit
  10. Chuck Prentiss asks: Will Hawaii Environmentalists Riot over Water Well Drilling?
  11. Mililani Trask tries to score as “Community Advisor”, Geothermal Energy on Hawaii Island
  12. More from the anti-Geothermal Protesters Cashing In
  13. Latest Bum Removal Bill Inspired by Failure to Enforce Last Bum Removal Bill
  14. Probation experiment takes cue from Hawaii
  15. Judge tells Peeping Tom ex-policeman to leave neighbor alone
  16. Diabetes? Federal Funds go to Plant Garden
  17. Living with mold: Severe infestations forced two military families to move
  18. HHFDC plans sale of Kama'aina Hale
  19. News about Mayor Wright Homes — good and bad — puts spotlight anew on public housing challenges
  20. First CNMI prevailing wage survey results now out
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Saturday, October 01, 2011
October 1, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1400 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Double Taxed: Hawaii Tax Base Larger than Economy
  2. The Legal Battle Over Honolulu’s Train to Nowhere
  3. Paper or Plastic: Let us decide for ourselves
  4. Council of State Governments Looks at Hawaii Justice Reinvestment
  5. Maui County Settles Dispute with Merrill Lynch Over Student Auction Rate Securities
  6. Deadly Fireworks Explosion: Safety Violations Lead to $415k fine
  7. Prostitution Investigation focuses on Abercrombie’s Security Detail
  8. Teachers: I will never campaign for anybody again, We’re almost better off Voting Republican
  9. Hirono Fundraising Falling Short as Deadline Approaches
  10. Public Housing Authority Director Stepping Down
  11. Unanswered questions remain about governor’s emergency declarations
  12. Hawaii’s Ancient IT Holding Back 2010 Financial Report, Elevator Inspections, Federal Funds
  13. Illinois Eight Democratic Primary: Duckworth raised at least $368,504
  14. Hanabusa gets her District to Move to her, Moves Anyway
  15. SA: Complete full EIS for Army to train here
  16. 290 Hawaii Species now “Endangered”
  17. Hawaii's workers enter crisis when disability checks lag
  18. 24 civilian workers at Pearl Harbor arrested
  19. Trash Haulers Make County Pay for them – Literally
  20. $100/Day fines: Hawaii County forces Shutdown of Art Gallery
  21. Turtle Bay union wins court decision
  22. Hawaii law firm helps Mississippi whistleblower expose bid rigging scheme
  23. Obama’s Unitarian Church Imports Gay Activist Back to Hawaii
  24. City prosecutors drop case against topless protesters
  25. Hawaii Hells Angel Arrest Coincides With San Diego raids
  26. UH Manoa Perfesser: Drugs can make you Monkeys Enlightened, Conscious, and Progressive like me
  27. New details in singer's alleged sex abuse case
  28. New Fast and Furious docs released by White House
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Friday, September 30, 2011
Letters to the Editor, September, 2011
By Letters to the Editor :: 1237 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics
  • Paper or Plastic: Let us decide for ourselves
  • Thanks Councilmen for Rejecting Impact Fees
  • Sakamoto Forced Medical Tourism on Maui
  • Hawaii County Impact Fees Unfair To Those Building Their Own Homes
  • Abercrombie Appointment an Insult to Maui
  • 2% for ‘Open Space’ is a Tax
  • 2012 Is All About Trust
  • Hawaii Council Impact Fee Making Affordable Housing Out of Reach
  • Ron Paul Supporter: 9-11 Commemoration Should Honor Conspiracy Theorists
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Friday, September 30, 2011
September 30, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1041 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics
  1. $170/barrel? PUC Rejects AKP Biofuel Contract
  2. For Sale Cheap: One Slightly Used Honolulu Rail Contractor
  3. State Releases Roadmap For Transforming Information Technology Systems
  4. Covering Half the World from Ft Shafter
  5. Hawaii Gay Marriage on Agenda for 2013
  6. Abercrombie Emergency Decree Tied to Pay to Play Contributor Mitsunaga
  7. Six weeks before APEC, Honolulu Airport “In need of an Upgrade”
  8. Inouye Fails: E-W Center Appropriation Cut $4.3M
  9. Did Duckworth Overstate Hawaii Support?
  10. Abercrombie Fails: Consumer Confidence worse than Cayetano’s Second Term
  11. Perfect Symbol: Closed Liliuokalani School to become DoE Administration Offices
  12. State GOP on KIPO's 'Town Square'
  13. Berg "Took a Beating" for Tax Increase Reso
  14. East Honolulu Asks: Is Rail Worth It After All?
  15. Former Hells Angels president surrenders at Ala Moana Park
  16. Sidewalk Possessions Bill Introduced
  17. State spending for Homeless Shelter to Be Cut after APEC
  18. Could HECO use all the power that solar farms produce?
  19. Oceanit creates hydro-power subsidiary
  20. Why are gas Prices so High in Hawaii?
  21. DOT study: ‘evidence’ of discrimination
  22. Some HPD Officers Post Questionable Facebook Photos
  23. Bring a Deer, Go to Jail
  24. Waianae Residents Vent Frustrations Over Past Flooding
  25. Emergency Repairs On Waikiki Natatorium Set To Begin
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Thursday, September 29, 2011
September 29, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1045 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. ILind: Spouses of top Inouye, Abercrombie aides employed by Emergency UXO Contractor
  2. SA: Abercrombie Secrecy on Child Deaths should be Swept Aside
  3. National Journal: Questions about Hirono’s Electability
  4. Hawaii Democrats Exporting More Obamanomics to Mainland
  5. Sorting out the Hawaii GOP Leadership Change
  6. Hawaii Got $20B From Feds Last Year
  7. Nurses: Arbitration begins September 30
  8. Malama Solomon’s Lawyer prepares to Sue
  9. Council might ban personal property on city sidewalks
  10. Vans and buses converted into paddy wagons ahead of APEC, Maoists Whine
  11. Vote by mail program sought for isle (again)
  12. Justice Reinvestment Panel Crunches Numbers
  13. City Leaves Key Questions About ORI Unanswered
  14. Higher Rental Car Fee Vacuums Extra $5 Million/Month out of Visitors Pockets
  15. Ansaldo Contract Dispute Moves To City Council Chambers
  16. Sen Pohai Ryan: Real Kauaians Want Tourists
  17. Aina Koa Pono Run Out of Town at Community Meeting on Big Island
  18. Kauai Hydro Projects take shape
  19. Students question tuition hike
  20. Ecos Grab for Coral Control
  21. Tree-planting company develops model for investors
  22. New Peeping Tom Allegations Against Honolulu Ex-Cop
  23. Six Criminal-Illegals Nabbed in Hawaii
  24. September 11th San Diego Terror Scare tied to Hawaii
  25. Kauai Biofool Plant will Reach into Your Pocket
  26. HECO signs deal to buy local algae-based biofuel
  27. Cecilio Rodriguez pleads not guilty in sexual abuse case
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Wednesday, September 28, 2011
September 28, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 935 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Star-Advertiser: Republicans need to back Rail, Akaka Bill, Abortion, and Gay Marriage
  2. Attention Professors: Today you can Stop UHPA Spending Your Money to Elect Democrats
  3. Abercrombie: HSTA Theatrics Serve no Public Purpose
  4. Berg: People should decide on GE Tax Hike
  5. Study: Styrofoam Better for Environment than Tree Killing Paper Products
  6. Stop Rail Plaintiffs Respond to City, FTA “Nonsense”
  7. A&B: “Entitled land in a great place with high barriers to entry is good”
  8. General Fund Deception: Hawaii operating at 9.2% Deficit
  9. Abercrombie’s UXO Emergency Benefits Beadie Dawson Company
  10. Sen Donna Mercado Kim: Chinese are Abrasive and Rude
  11. High court clears the way for HSTA strike – But No Strike Vote Planned
  12. EIS edict makes future Pohakuloa Army training iffy
  13. OHA Cronies Seek Share of Geothermal Proceeds
  14. Thanks to State-Owned Land, Hilo Hotels are Dumpy
  15. Rail Transit Town Hall Meeting Draws Crowd
  16. APEC security cameras set for final City Council vote
  17. Hawaii County continues to issue permits despite LUC ruling
  18. Analysis: Hawaii Tax Review Commission Has Some Teeth
  19. HGEA endorses US Reps. Hirono, Hanabusa
  20. Hawaii Democrats Export Campaign Money to Illinois
  21. Expenses: How to read Campaign Spending Reports
  22. Gay Sailor: Personal Issues Come Second
  23. Micro-Minority: Even after Census Bureau Pumps Up Numbers, only 3,239 Same-sex households in Hawaii
  24. Kauai Revolving Door: Repeat Offender Child Molester Convicted Again
  25. Why Can't Hawaii Kids Join The Military?
  26. Coral-Wielding Feds Threaten Fishermen
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Tuesday, September 27, 2011
September 27, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 837 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. National Journal: Good News For Hawaii Republicans?
  2. Hawaii GOP Chair Resigns, Issues Call for Unity
  3. Hawaii's Congressional Delegation: How they voted September 26, 2011
  4. Hawaii Republicans, Democrats on Equal Financial Footing
  5. New Day: Abercrombie’s BoE Balances Budget on Back of Special Ed Teachers, Students
  6. Borreca: Cayetano’s Second Term Better than Abercrombie’s First, but Cebu beats all
  7. Aloun Farms Buys 559 Acres Near Rail Route
  8. Berg proposes GE Tax increase for more roads and bike paths
  9. State revises count of kids who died in custody
  10. Feds Still Have 'Serious Concerns' About ORI Plan
  11. Malama Solomon: “You didn’t gimme a district, so I’m Suing”
  12. Styrofoam: Civil Beat Doubles Down on War Against Restaurant Industry
  13. Kona HHSC hospital faces budget cuts
  14. Telescope Shakedown Scammers Questioned
  15. Aloun Farms middleman wants charge set aside
  16. Chinese visitors to U.S. could reach 5 million by 2015
  17. Disney Projects $1.2B in Aulani Sales
  18. State picks 1 food bank out of 2 for Garden Island
  19. Conservation groups drop seabird suit against Kauai utility
  20. Seed crop industry up only 5 percent in isles
  21. City to cede 911 tapes of June 3 spree
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Monday, September 26, 2011
September 26, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 979 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Hawaii Wind, Solar projects: Millions for Wall Street, Banks, maybe even Big Tobacco
  2. Hawaii Republicans Looking for Leadership Find only Factionalism
  3. Kalapa: History of the Hawaii GE Tax
  4. Abercrombie Admin Official Quietly Jumps Ship, Joins Private Sector
  5. Donations Pour In For Fallen Honolulu Police Officer
  6. Federal Law Some Child Deaths Should Be Public
  7. Red Tape Hindered Removal of UXO
  8. 232 Archaeological Surveys planned for rail route
  9. SA: Charter school panel fails to home in on results
  10. Maui News Praises Maui Memorial
  11. CB: China's PLA May Be on the Road to a Pearl Harbor
  12. Anti-APEC Protests begin October 17
  13. Born for Gangbanging: Young Criminals Make Film at HCCC, Abercrombie Applauds
  14. Who Controls the Mineral Rights to Hawaiian Home Lands?
  15. Thanks to Plastic Bag Ban 70% of Maui Residents Murder Trees
  16. Local bicyclists push for vulnerable roadway user law in Hawaii
  17. Self-Righteous Back to Nature crowd takes Hanalei Boatyard from Owner
  18. Hawaii commerce department debuts mobile app
  19. Disney adds second Hawaii cruise in 2012
  20. California Democratic Party among Solyndra’s creditors
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Sunday, September 25, 2011
September 25, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1080 Views
  1. Mufi Operative launches “fringe” GOP Senate Campaign
  2. VIDEO: Occupy Wall Street–Preview of APEC Protests?
  3. Abercrombie Admin Defends Emergency Decrees
  4. APEC Hint for Realtors: Top of Chinese wealthy's wish list? To leave China
  5. Borreca: Hawaii GOP merely devours its young
  6. Lingle should consider run for U.S. Senate
  7. Cataluna: Abercrombie is off the Leash, doesn’t care what people think
  8. Drunken Abercrombie Aide Arrested at Waikiki Bar
  9. Rail needs to Start over with new EIS, new Rail car contractor
  10. Visa policy clogs Chinese tourism
  11. Water Board Manager: We need your money
  12. Geothermal is latest Excuse for Interisland Cable
  13. $20/hr: Isle security guards get highest pay, report says
  14. Lawsuit Challenging Property Tax Rates for Native Hawaiians on Home Lands Appealed to the Nation's Highest Court
  15. Big Development proposed for Sand Island
  16. Kauai Food bank to launch investigation
  17. Kauai Council heats up over resolution on salary freeze
  18. Hawaii's East-West Center to open exhibition of photos, artifacts belonging to Obama's mother
  19. Enviro Job Panic: Cuts to Hawaii’s invasive species control funds could spell ‘havoc’
  20. East of Hilo, West of LA: NASA satellite plunges to Earth
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Saturday, September 24, 2011
September 24, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 773 Views
  1. Thanks Councilmen for Rejecting Impact Fees
  2. Disney Re-starts some Aulani sales after Hawaii approves 33% fee increase
  3. If GE Tax were a Sales Tax, It would be among Nation's Lowest
  4. "Get Ready Ewa Beach" Saturday
  5. Star-Advertiser: September 11th Julian Islam Day Festival is Celebration of Kokua and Peace
  6. Shapiro: Hawaii GOP Stuck in Ideological Divide
  7. DoE Panics as Students will be limited to only One Re-take on State Assessment
  8. After years of doing nothing, Mazie finally mentions COFA at meeting of Asian Victimology Caucus
  9. Halawa Prison Employees Able to Smuggle Contraband, thanks to UPW, HGEA
  10. HPD Officer Accused of Rape in Kailua
  11. Report: Hawaii has nation's most-expensive rent, houses
  12. Plaintiffs Step Up Campaign to Raise Funds for Rail Lawsuit
  13. Final Reapportionment Maps Due Monday
  14. Reapportionment Commission Prepares Alternative Maps for Judge to Help Malama Solomon get a District
  15. Berg Wins Support for West Oahu Shooting Range
  16. Sea-water air conditioning closer to reality
  17. After Gaming Advocates Use it as Talking Point, Navy Closes Bingo Night
  18. SA: Resist appeals to prop up Oahu slaughterhouse
  19. The Future of Industrial Solar: Thieves Loot Solar Panels at Makuu, Puna
  20. Styrofoam: Civil Beat Launches War on Restaurant Industry
  21. Papaya farmers eye threats as 85 more trees destroyed
  22. Self-righteous Diving Instructor Charged with Harassing Fish Collector
  23. County sues rubbish haulers
  24. Molester’s Former Underling Calls for Abolition of HOPE Parole
  25. Nine Months after Hawaii Conviction, Pervert Vanishes in Scotland
  26. Kona Village Resort to suffer fate of Coco Palms?
  27. Just in Time for APEC: Homeless Houseboat to be Scuttled
  28. Hawaii Meth Project selects Joe Perez as new Director
  29. Final 31 Permanent FEMA Homes Turned Over to American Samoan Families
  30. Obama Fundraiser Scored $107M in Wind Farm Credits
  31. Obama Administration Set to Ban Asthma Inhalers Over Environmental Concerns
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Friday, September 23, 2011
September 23, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 710 Views
  1. Honolulu Council to Consider Public Firing Range for Kalaeloa
  2. Tom Berg calls for Massive GE Tax Increase
  3. Contested Case Hearing requested over Oneula Burials
  4. Population Without Representation
  5. Details of baby's death to stay secret
  6. Abercrombie’s Emergencies Prove Republicans Right
  7. Hooser vs Hooser on Emergency Powers
  8. Aila vs Aila on Rail
  9. On Deadline Day, Sumitomo Still "Under Consideration"
  10. Lingle Was Right: Rail Projections based on $300M Cut to Bus Funding
  11. Failing DoE considering waiver for No Child
  12. Ethics Commission Dismisses HSTA Complaint Against Gov
  13. UPW, HGEA Contacts allow Halawa to Guards Sidestep Metal and Drug Detection
  14. List of Schools Looted by BoE
  15. Did BoE Violate Sunshine Law with Social Studies Vote?
  16. Double Dip? Tourist count, Spending tumble worst since 2009
  17. Sweeps: 13% More Homeless Forced to Accept Shelter
  18. SA Assists ACLU in Pre-APEC Protest Litigation
  19. Ex-officer faces trial in pay scheme
  20. Sen. Gil Kahele warns about Danger of Deer Poop
  21. Capitol full of ‘Rats
  22. As Bubble nears Popping, HECO “still comfortable” With Solar Gold Rush
  23. OTEC Set to Build First Plant … in the Bahamas
  24. Hospital systems’ construction will change medical landscape
  25. China Looks at TMT
  26. Hawaii attorney taking swing at Pacquiao - Mayweather fight
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Thursday, September 22, 2011
September 22, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1072 Views
  1. Hawaii Republican Presidential Vote Set for March 13
  2. Obama Admin gives Hawaii $3M to help Process “Increased Volume” of Insurance Rate Hikes
  3. Sakamoto Forced Medical Tourism on Maui
  4. Republican Presidential Caucuses will Help with Party-Building
  5. Oi: Abercrombie a One Term Governor?
  6. Hearing to address issue of children dying in state custody
  7. HSTA contract case expected to drag on for months
  8. Hawaii personal income growth lags nation
  9. Hawaii Ethics Director Responds to 'Brouhaha' Over Task Force Members
  10. Slaughterhouse reels as grocers reject pork shipped live to isles
  11. Overpriced Nene Removal, Road Project also Emergencies to Abercrombie
  12. AG Defends Gov's Emergency Authority
  13. Feds Liquidate Property Belonging to Malama Solomon’s Favorite Methamphetamines Gang
  14. Takitani Admits Reapportionment Litigation is all About Where he thinks Senate Seat should Go
  15. Ethics Commission: Lawmakers Can Accept Free Tickets to APEC Events
  16. Legislators Pant like Dogs as they Lap Up Prisoners’ Stories
  17. Hawaii County Impact fees rejected
  18. Maui Enviro caught lying about Bottled Water Project: “I don’t have to make sure that every fact is corroborated”
  19. Blogger To Face Trial for Obstruction
  20. Civil Beat Boss Pierre Omidyar only Hawaii resident on Forbes 400 list
  21. Director of Kona Sober Living Home Busted for Drug Possession, Assault on Police
  22. Five years after being sentenced to Ten Years, Hawaii Pedophile Busted in Bangkok
  23. Hawaii Can Breath Sigh of Relief as Rosanne Show Cancelled
  24. Massachusetts Welfare Money Spent In Hawaii
  25. Not enough Hippies in Hilo: Down to Earth Closes Organic Holistic store
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Wednesday, September 21, 2011
September 21, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1115 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics
  1. Parent Company of Honolulu Rail Contractor Ansaldo tied to Prostitution Ring
  2. UPDATE: Hawaii GOP Leaders Call for Ouster of Party Chair
  3. Perreira: Abercrombie Worse than Lingle
  4. Shapiro Misses Lingle Too: Abercrombie right at home with his scepter and throne
  5. Lingle Predicts More Women Leaders
  6. KITV: Opponents Trying to Starve Kaauwai Out, Have no Replacement
  7. SA: Who is behind effort to Oust Kaauwai?
  8. Rail At Risk: US House May Cut 37% from Hawaii Transit Spending
  9. Return to Secrecy: State unable to give count of children who die in foster care
  10. DoE to Cut Alternative Learning Centers?
  11. Tougher isle graduation standards will start with Class of 2016
  12. Josh Green Freaks out because Malama Solomon has been drawn into his district
  13. DoE: Laupahoehoe school may again face closure if Charter Conversion Halted
  14. Kauai Food bank loses federal support
  15. Horizon Lines troubles show need for reform of US build requirement
  16. Foodland, Times Supermarkets cut out Hawaii meatpackers to satisfy Animal Liberation Nuts
  17. Hawaii Government Approves Destruction of Rare Bird and Endangered Bat Habitat
  18. DoE Springs for Blackboard Software
  19. Hawaii Seeks 1 Gbps Statewide Broadband Access by 2018
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Tuesday, September 20, 2011
September 20, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 589 Views
  1. Ed Case, Brian Schatz back Obama’s Call for Massive Tax Hikes
  2. Hawaii Congressional Delegation: How They Voted September 19, 2011
  3. Hawaii GOP Leaders Call for Ouster of Party Chair
  4. Hawaii Redistricting Panel Excludes Some Military—But Malama Solomon Still Out of Luck
  5. Labor Board to HSTA: "We just need to get this case over with"
  6. Bank CEO Horner announces retirement—Will Continue as Chairman
  7. Hawaii State Salaries 2012: Fewer Employees, Higher Costs
  8. Hawaii State Salaries 2012: Highest Paid Employees
  9. Hawaii County Council prepares to soak Homebuilders
  10. Hawaii Tourism Boosted as Canadians Flee Global Cooling
  11. Feds, State Team up to Attack Restaurants, Hotels, and Homebuilders
  12. Two Boobs Provide ACLU with A Pre-APEC Disruption warm-up Trial
  13. Four Blockheads Handle Niu Valley Boulder
  14. Will Convicted Killer get “Contested Case” over Kau Oceanfront Squat?
  15. 10 p.m. "quiet time" now enforced at Mayor Wright Homes
  16. Kamehameha Schools names finalists for Head of School
  17. Residents Demand EIS from Aina Koa Pono
  18. Confirmed: Pattern Energy JV will bid on 'Big Wind' project
  19. BMW Dealer gets a Bunch of Solar Panels
  20. Enviros Demand Bomb Squad File for EIS before Acting
  21. 2012 Congressional Medal of Honor convention in Honolulu
  22. UH Manoa Perfesser: Alcoholism, Drug Use will make you a self-worshipping Atheist
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Monday, September 19, 2011
September 19, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 727 Views
  1. Appointments: Abercrombie lays three eggs, Wings off to Paris
  2. Maui News: Lingle run would be welcome
  3. Panos: Is HART Chair Don Horner Shamelessly Dishonest?
  4. Royal State Redux: Is HSTA Contract Fight about VEBA?
  5. Abercrombie’s DHS Secretly returns to Secrecy—No answers to Questions about Death of 9 month Old Child
  6. KSBE’s Kakaako development will not include Affordable Housing
  7. Hawaii GOP Plans to Field CD2 Candidate?
  8. DoE Leaves UH History as an Elective, Gramscians sense Opportunity
  9. UK Independent: America's homeless crisis washes up in Obama's birthplace
  10. State works to finish beautification projects ahead of APEC
  11. With Politics so Lucrative, Oahu crime rate lowest since '75
  12. Clean Energy Summit Devolves into Kuokoa Sales Pitch for Hostile Takeover of Hawaiian Electric
  13. Parental discipline defense upheld in alleged child abuse case
  14. Shellfish show promise in Hawaii
  15. Kauai Council Slyly arranges Pay Hikes for Elected Officials, Department Heads
  16. Kauai County names sustainability czar
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Sunday, September 18, 2011
September 18, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1011 Views
  1. Panos: Is Sopogy Hawaii’s Solyndra?
  2. Kalapa: Tax Review Commission must confront Pension Tax, Income Tax, Act 221
  3. Borreca: Will GOP Factionalism Derail 2012 Campaigns?
  4. After Obama Burns Treasury, Budget woes hang over isle military expansion
  5. Infamous for Blocking Hospital on Maui, Sakamoto picked for #2 Health Job by Abercrombie
  6. Rowena Akana ‘Enthusiastic’ about the Feared Changes Coming to OHA
  7. Kam Schools gets Easy Walk to Development in Kakaako
  8. ML&P Owner Pierre Omidyar Buys Activists
  9. A&B Grasps for Solar Tax Credits, Ratepayer Cash
  10. Sempra Energy Plans Pearl Harbor Solar Project to Beat Windfarms
  11. 9-11 Trooother Group Demands to know why UXO is Emergency
  12. California Models Program on Hawaii’s HOPE Parole
  13. Mother speaks out on daughter's death
  14. Falling Satellite to Pass over Hawaii
  15. Kauai Council Passes Law against Pissing on County Building
  16. Hawaii County too Disorganized to Collect Tipping Fees
  17. VIDEO: Over 100 Waikoloa donkeys board plane for California
  18. Iceland, Hawaii hold the secret to Origin of Water?
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Saturday, September 17, 2011
September 17, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 656 Views
  1. Pearl Harbor Salutes Air Force: Free Admission, Sept. 17-25
  2. Retirees, Tourism make Hawaii 10th Wealthiest in Nation
  3. Hawaii Council Impact Fee Making Affordable Housing Out of Reach
  4. Ron Paul Supporter: 9-11 Commemoration Should Honor Conspiracy Theorists
  5. Abercrombie’s PUC Pick demands bigger Ratepayer giveaways to Green Energy Scammers
  6. Futility: Case Begs Unions Officials for a Meeting
  7. Schatz in charge for next Ten Days as Abercrombie Jets off to Paris
  8. Robert Bunda selected as tenth HART member
  9. Council passes Laie hotel special permit
  10. Tom Berg Calls for Massive GE Tax Increase
  11. Hawaii Gov Orders Boards to Post Agendas Online
  12. Del Castillo to challenge Hannemann in 2nd CD Dem Primary
  13. Topless Protest sets up ACLU Rehearsal of Courtroom Antics to Disrupt APEC
  14. Hawaii Guardsmen Rescue Injured at Reno Air Show
  15. HPD Officer Targeted for Posting Photo of Burned Copper Thief
  16. PSD Director Speaks Up for New Maui Jail
  17. Honolulu wants to transfer control of 12 apartment buildings
  18. Tuition rise would balloon toward end of 5-year plan
  19. Attention Cronies! Hawaii soliciting bids for employee training contracts
  20. Eric Lighter Faces California Fraud Charges
  21. Questions about murder, money and lies follow man to Hawaii
  22. As APEC Approaches, Honolulu TSA is Fourth Slowest in Survey
  23. TSA fires 28, suspends 15 in Honolulu baggage investigation
  24. Bird Mitigation at Local Airports Costs Hawaii Taxpayers Millions of Dollars
  25. Tighter rules on tropical fish collection eyed AGAIN
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Friday, September 16, 2011
September 16, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1212 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics, World News, World Politics
  1. Panos: Did Mishandling Cause the Death and Injuries of HPD Officers?
  2. Abercrombie Cabinet Member Suddenly Resigns, no announcement until Replacement Named
  3. Summer Snow Falls on Mauna Kea after Al Gore’s “24-Hours of Reality” broadcasts from Hawaii
  4. Best in Nation Hawaii Overpaid “only” $9.5M in Unemployment
  5. Former Kaneohe Marine Awarded Medal Of Honor
  6. After Manoa Liberals Apologize to Muslims for Sept 11, Muslims to Stage “Islam Day” Celebration on Sept 11th Julian at Site of Apology
  7. Sept 19 Reapportionment Commission to Re-vote on Disenfranchising Military for Malama Solomon
  8. Are UPW talks coming to a head?
  9. Unions Agree to back proven loser Mazie Hirono after pretending to have Democratic Discussion
  10. Abercrombie’s secret decree is black eye for Legislature
  11. Abercrombies Jet off to Paris for Ten Days
  12. Three of top Five Positions held by Same Three Oldsters for total of 103 years
  13. UH Manoa is the Source of the Problem
  14. Homeless campsites torn down and air-lifted off Diamond Head
  15. Doped Up Teachers have to Fail test Three Times Before They Can be Fired—unless Union Looks the Other Way
  16. WSJ: Finmeccanica Executive Offers To Quit After Bribery Reports (Parent Company of Ansaldo)
  17. Hawaii jobless rate climbs to 6.2%
  18. Luddites Drive Kona Fishfarm Out of Business
  19. Maui Water Well Opponents Using Junk Science to Push Hidden Agenda
  20. Solar project Driving Up Maui Electric Bills
  21. Act 221 Company Deigns to Keep HQ in Hawaii
  22. Class-action lawsuit claims Safeway profited from Kona coffee’s reputation, misled consumers
  23. Inouye writes Micronesia Immigration Restrictions into Homeland Security Budget
  24. Volunteer Program Repairs Oahu’s Public Housing Apartments
  25. Message in a bottle found during Kauai beach cleanup—but it’s not plastic
  26. Kauai County ends fiscal year with 160 jobs open
  27. City Council may say ‘Never on Sunday’ to tour vehicles
  28. Former HPD officer accused of ID theft
  29. Hawaii Political Party Backed Initiative and Referendum 104 years ago
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Thursday, September 15, 2011
September 15, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 920 Views :: Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics
  1. The Future of Honolulu Rail? Libyan Rebels forced to Push when Ansaldo Motor Won’t Run
  2. Kaauwai: NY, NV Republican Victories Send Message
  3. DoE Commits $6M for Pre-School Vouchers for 800 Children
  4. “Title Insurance Issues” may force FannieMae to release and re-foreclose Hawaii properties
  5. Gun Control: A Relic of Racism
  6. Fund established to help fallen and injured police officers
  7. Ed Case calls for Massive Tax Hikes
  8. Delusional Abercrombie: “Everyone—from business to labor, the Legislative and Executive Branch—can come together around our New Day Plan”
  9. ILind: Potential conflict in review of rail contractor
  10. Honolulu Rail Agreed to Pay Broken Trust Lobbyist $300,000
  11. While DoE Claims Massive Success, SAT Scores Drop Sharply
  12. Hawaii Ed Department Drops Plan to Cut Social Studies Requirements
  13. Shapiro Pines for the World before The Generation of 1968
  14. Aila, Louie stalled for months until Abercrombie gave Munitions Disposal Experts Exemption from EIS to Detonate Unexploded Ordinance
  15. $800K of Federal Pork for Political Activist Group FACE
  16. Green Energy Scammers, Legislators all Concentrated in One Place
  17. Money Grubbing Activists Demand Rent from Mauna Kea Telescopes
  18. Hawaii Post Offices Off Potential Closure List
  19. Hawaii foreclosure filings drop 75% in August
  20. Will Honolulu Media Council attempt to Litigate against Honolulu Star-Advertiser link with HNN?
  21. 8-year-old girl arrested for allegedly punching vice principal
  22. Pennsylvania Welfare Money Spent in Hawaii
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Wednesday, September 14, 2011
September 14, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 724 Views
  1. Mānoa campus ranked #164 among U.S. News & World Report's 'Best Colleges'
  2. Feds give Abercrombie $7M to Boost Green Energy Scammers
  3. Berg Fighting to Terminate Ansaldo
  4. Malama Solomon: Gimme a District or I’ll Sue!
  5. ILind: Felon “Keanu” Sai gets free ride because of Political Correctness
  6. Hawaiians Demand Makua Valley be used for Military Training
  7. SA: APEC work pace worrisome
  8. Bombardier Lawsuit Denied
  9. Shapiro: Say, Tsutsui are Demanding Right to Divide the Spoils with Campaign Contributors
  10. ILind: Abercrombie, Carlisle more Secretive than Chicago Machine
  11. Legislators not Consulted on Abercrombie’s Unnoticed Emergency Proclamation
  12. Even after District Redrawn to include her Home, Hanabusa claims she will still leave KoOlina
  13. Is Rail Already Hurting Hawaii's Economy?
  14. GE Tax Take Up 9%, TAT up 24%
  15. Panel Picks Honolulu Council Redistricting Plan
  16. Obama’s Fake DOA “Jobs” Bill has over $200M in Fake Pork for Hawaii
  17. 20% of Hawaii is on Medicaid
  18. Kauai Luddites now Claim Hydro Kills Taro
  19. Maui Housing Project Residents Defend Resident Manager
  20. Kakaako planners consider updating guidelines
  21. Civil Beat is Wrong Again – This Time Regarding Job Creation
  22. AARP Discusses Safety Improvements For Hawaii's Roadways
  23. Har: State, Federal Government Must Collaborate on Monk Seal Protection
  24. Senate Oceans Caucus launched
  25. Obama Rejected: NYC Congressional Seat goes Republican for first time since 1920s
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Tuesday, September 13, 2011
September 13, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1243 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Hawaii Congressional Delegation: How They Voted, September 12, 2011
  2. Rail Plaintiffs: Motion to Dismiss is Frivolous
  3. South Korea Free Trade: All Talk, No Action from Obama
  4. CB: After Lingle’s Sunshine, Abercrombie Thrusts Hawaii Into Dark Ages
  5. Fidell: As soon as Lingle Left, Distraction set in
  6. Rail Lobbyist at Center of Effort to Relocate Kamehameha Schools to South Dakota Indian Reservation
  7. Borreca: Inouye Overplays his hand against Ed Case?
  8. Progressive Trashes Hirono for Vote in Favor of Continued Afghan War
  9. Influence Peddling at Risk: Tsutsui, Say ask Louie to save them from The ‘Chilling Effect’ of Ethics
  10. Abercrombie Lawyers Defend Judicial Secrecy
  11. SA: Charter schools bound by state law
  12. State falls behind in fix-up projects for APEC meeting
  13. Bag-screening gear goes kaput, adding to airport kerfuffles
  14. Abercrombie chases Homeless Out Of Waikiki, into Your Neighborhood, for APEC
  15. Abercrombie’s BoE Takes Aim at Military Students, Rural Schools
  16. HSTA, ACLU, Abercrombie all agree to let Teachers Do Drugs more easily
  17. Disability Rights Center Hammers Money-Grubbing DoE over Discrimination
  18. Legislators to Celebrate Victory of Communism In China
  19. Supporters of Mass Murderer to Lead Protests against APEC
  20. State Lawmakers Threaten to Fight Proposed Monk Seal Protections
  21. Hawaii Public Pension System Will burn $2.4M to eliminate Backlog in Benefit Calculations
  22. Political ties a boon for nonprofit
  23. California Republican former Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger visits Kalihi school
  24. Patten Energy to Submit New Molokai Wind Farm Proposal
  25. HECO signs deal to buy 10 million gallons of local biofuel
  26. OTEC and geothermal should be considered first
  27. Police Claim Blogger was Drunk, Combative
  28. Honolulu hotel rates second-highest in U.S.
  29. LA Times: Disney's new Aulani hotel dining options are few and pricey
  30. Kaua‘i secures $138M in state CIP budget
  31. Maui Charter panel: District voting worthy of look
  32. Maui: 62% of respondents want to ban Styrofoam
  33. Bureaucratic bungling Leaves Nature Reserve unpatrolled
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Monday, September 12, 2011
September 12, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1181 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics
  1. Kalapa: Council on Revenues skeptical about Tax Revenue Increases
  2. Hirono Team Rebukes Dangerous non-theist Supporters “Raatz” and “BooMan”
  3. 9-11 Tributes in Hawaii
  4. Fontaine: Day an experience that ‘changed my life’
  5. Key Rail Lobbyist at Center of Broken Trustees’ Lobbying to Shield themselves from IRS
  6. Convicted Perfect Title Scammer David “Keanu” Sai responds to Hawai`i Free Press
  7. Sunshine? Abercrombie Administration Ends Lingle-era Requirement to Posting Meeting Agendas and Minutes Online
  8. Progressives: “Suck it, Ed Case”
  9. Gay Civil Unions to Have High Tech Processing System Not Yet Available to Straight Marriages
  10. Tongans: “We like it here in Utah”
  11. Horizon Lines Troubles Show Need for Reform of US Build Requirement
  12. The new 'R' in education—Robotics
  13. Homeowners Insurance Rates coming Down
  14. Honolulu Preparing to Exit Affordable Housing Business
  15. Federal Court says "aloha" to hotel service charge practices in Hawaii
  16. Enviros do two Beach Clean-ups and Sail through Pacific Gyre—AND FIND NO PLASTC BAGS
  17. Ecos becoming Dimly Aware that Fishing Ban harms Monk Seals
  18. $7.2M to Fly Lihue Airport Nene to Big Isle, Maui
  19. The Street: Maui Land and Pineapple Upgraded
  20. China’s Army no longer Accepts Communist Party Control
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Sunday, September 11, 2011
September 11, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1217 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics, World News, World Politics
  1. Kaauwai: Unity in Remembrance of 9/11
  2. Bush: One of the lessons of 9-11 is that evil is real, and so is courage
  3. Paul Krugman NYT: Fake heroes like Bernie Kerik, Rudy Giuliani, and, yes, George W. Bush raced to cash in on the horror.
  4. AFL-CIO: Wealthy CEOs, anti-government extremist front groups and frothing talk show hosts … pushed open the door to hate
  5. Star-Advertiser: Hawaii’s Greatness Showcased by “Islam Day”
  6. Manoa Liberals complain that some people Doubt Islam
  7. Abercrombie: Refocus on Diversity
  8. SA Editors: War Against Terrorists is Murky
  9. Charter school sues to block ethics query
  10. Self-Insuring Shields Companies from Burden of Federal, State Health Insurance Regs
  11. More visitors are vacationing in Hawaii despite higher security and the 9/11 anniversary
  12. Extreme disparities in Maui property tax system
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Saturday, September 10, 2011
September 10, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1022 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Medicaid: Abercrombie sides with Big Business
  2. Son-of-a-glitch: Abercrombie defends turning state’s disabled population into second class citizens
  3. Hanabusa Wipes Prince Kuhio --and Robert Wilcox-- out of History Books
  4. HART Director: Feds will not invest in Rail if they have Doubts
  5. Meet Rail’s Million-Dollar Lobbyist
  6. Is Hawaii safe in post 9/11 era?
  7. Reapportionment: Hawaii County Can’t Find So-Called Non-Residents Either
  8. Soft on Crime Activists Demand No New Jail on Maui
  9. State Gives Clayton Hee a Seat at Hoopili’s Table
  10. Pflueger Defaults on Settlement for Victims of His Ka Loko Dam Breach
  11. Hawaii Bottled Water Manufacturer Hit with $5M Fine
  12. Maui County to take Drinking Water from Polluted Well
  13. Bhagowalia: Hawaii IT only 20 years Behind
  14. Carlisle: Rats are like Homeless
  15. 9-11 trooother Roseanne Barr on Medical Marijuana: 'It Works for Me'
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Friday, September 09, 2011
September 9, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1004 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics
  1. Charles Djou leaves for Afghanistan
  2. Hanabusa Wipes Prince Kuhio --and Robert Wilcox-- out of History Books
  3. Hawaii, Maui, Kauai: Stop And Remember 7AM Sunday 9-11-11
  4. Kahului, Kailua-Kona TEA Party to Commemorate 9-11
  5. Pacific Command to Host 9-11 Remembrance at Fort Shafter
  6. Gallup: Hawaii has 4th-lowest rate of Uninsured Persons
  7. Full Text: Obama Speech to Congress
  8. Comprehensive List of Obama Tax Hikes
  9. Hanabusa Wipes Prince Kuhio out of History Books
  10. Abercrombie Appoints Waihee, Danner to Decide which Native Hawaiians are "Qualified"
  11. National Journal: Old-Boy Democrats, Unions Protecting Hirono
  12. Borreca: More tax revenues for state unlikely to grow economy
  13. AP FACT CHECK: Obama's jobs plan paid for? Seems not
  14. Reaction to Obama Speech:
  15. Horner listens to Ansaldo for 2 hours, pretends they are going to be OK
  16. Carlisle in DC: Rail Opposition is Inconsequential, Delays, Snafus Should be Dismissed
  17. Campaign Spending Law keeps Herd of Democrat Also-Rans Prosperous
  18. HSTA Lawyers “demonstrate egregious and reckless disregard for the truth”
  19. After APEC, $6M less federal funding to pay for Homelessness
  20. Randy Iwase “Accidentally” Locks Public out of Tax Review Commission Meeting
  21. Contractors deserve an update on Marines’ buildup in Guam
  22. Housing Agency Confirms "Compliance Audit" Of Maui Project
  23. Hawaii County Council Votes for Hefty Building Tax
  24. First Wind Has no Maintenance plan beyond Eight Years
  25. Huge Solar project is planned for Archaeological Site at Barbers Pt.
  26. Hawaii County Council: Mailing Junk TVs to Honolulu is not Good Waste Disposal Plan
  27. Hawaii widow sues big bank over 'vicious' foreclosure effort
  28. The Port of Seattle is silenced by a longshoremen strike
  29. Marine told fellow Marines to stop alleged hazing
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Thursday, September 08, 2011
September 8, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1257 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics
  1. Report: 42% of young Adults Obese in Hawaii
  2. Parker Ranch, A&B, Grove Farm, Castle& Cook all Rake In Megabucks from State Tax Credits
  3. Tax Credit lobbying: $10,500 in Bribes to 24 Hawaii Lawmakers Unaccounted For
  4. Thumb on Scale: City adds 30 to 200 pounds in figuring vehicle weights
  5. SA: Keep wary eye on new land-use panel
  6. Sacrificial Lamb: Jamila Resigns From Planning Commission
  7. Disability Mom: Abercrombie Makes Medicaid Population Second Class Citizens
  8. Labor Board asked to void HSTA subpoenas of legislators, governor
  9. Hirono: Stimulus Wasn’t Big Enough
  10. Hirono Team Rebukes Dangerous Atheist Supporter “Raatz”
  11. Progressives still Worming their way towards Disenfranchising Military
  12. Study: HECO can use unlimited Solar—But only from Very large Arrays, Homeowner installations limited
  13. CSC Approves Public-Funded Campaigns without Unconstitutional Equalizing
  14. It Begins: Anti-Globalization Circus to Descend on Hawaii to protest APEC
  15. APEC Warmup: Hyatt Waikiki Hotel Workers Strike, Wake up Neighbors at 3AM
  16. Edition hotel case extended
  17. Fall enrollment for UH system hits record high
  18. Kamehameha Schools' lawsuit delayed
  19. Parties ask for more time in Matee Chowsanitphon conviction review
  20. Civil Beat hires Editor known for Attack on Sheriff Joe Arpaio
  21. Maui County Nonprofits never get Audited
  22. Kauai Nonprofits work to Help Criminals avoid Jail Sentence, Wipe Record
  23. Now Free: Thousands of Historical Hawaii Journals
  24. Pahoa Reuse-Recycling Center Shut Down Because people actually wanted to Reuse Material
  25. ILWU storms port, hold guards hostage in effort to drive out competing Union
  26. FBI Raids Obama’s Bankrupt Solar Company
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Wednesday, September 07, 2011
September 7, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1138 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics, World News, World Politics
  1. Abercrombie: More Taxes and Spending Key to Economic Recovery
  2. Public invited to 9/11 memorial commemoration at Honolulu Community College
  3. Honolulu Events to Mark 9-11 Anniversary
  4. Lack of Heavyweight Competition Gives Mufi Free Ride to Congress?
  5. Carlisle compares Anti-Rail Critics to Chinese communist thugs
  6. Council on Revenues: Higher Taxes still come up $120M short
  7. Tax Hike May Delay New Construction Starts for Two Years
  8. Milner: Democratic Primaries will be More Polarizing and Less Civil
  9. Hawaii DoE Students top Nation in Suicidal Thoughts
  10. Carlisle Says ORI Wasn't 'Following Rules'
  11. Medicated marijuana: Doctors Set up in Hawaii Hotel Rooms, Score Big Bucks
  12. Aloun Lawyers call Prosecution ‘Frivolous’ Demand $366K
  13. Civil Unions Licenses To be Available Dec 3
  14. BOE members raise concerns about Likelike Elementary closure
  15. Report highlights 42% Hawaii obesity
  16. Late: BLNR to Vote on Army High Altitude Training Friday
  17. Arson damages Maui Drug Court Office
  18. Kauai Food Bank Selling Donated Food
  19. State DoH receives more Federal Funding, Adds no Staff
  20. VIDEO: Marshallese in Hawaiian Ocean View gathering
  21. NoMoola: Profitable NonProfit Activists Launch Anti-APEC Site
  22. Hawaii’s Largest Market Research Firm Headed by Obama Appointee
  23. Hawaii Business Magazine Looks At Nonprofit Leadership
  24. Blueprint for safer roads under final review
  25. Photon Finance LLC, Island Pacific Energy LLC, Pacific Energy Solutions LLC to Split $500M Solar Job
  26. SA: GMO papaya export welcomed
  27. Hawaii is #6 in Shrimp
  28. Commanders Livid at Obama Iraq Withdrawal Plans
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Tuesday, September 06, 2011
September 6, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1031 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Big Wind: Does Abercrombie want Giant Boondoggle as his Legacy?
  2. Borreca: Abercrombie like red-neck, knuckle-dragging sheriffs in Arkansas backwoods
  3. Shapiro: Abercrombie All Talk and No Action
  4. Hirono Demands Infrastructure Bank so US Can Run Up More Debt
  5. 43% of DoE Secondary Schools not good enough for Six-Year Accreditation
  6. Reapportionment: Big Island Democrats to put on anti-military circus next Week
  7. State Left 10 Concessions in Teachers Contract
  8. Carlisle: Homeless Worse than Rats
  9. Hawaii Ranks 48th in Patents per Capita
  10. UH-Tokai deal will bring 'unique partnership' to West Oahu campus
  11. Isle restaurateurs support efforts to ease visa rules for foreign visitors
  12. SA: Give Seals a chance to Rule over Humans
  13. Feds Demand Maui Animal Shelter Kill Animals
  14. Council to Vote Wednesday on Vacation rentals
  15. Honolulu Office Buildings Worth Sixty-One Cents
  16. Hawaii One of Only Five States to Ban Write-In Voting
  17. Latest Sovereignty Mortgage Scam Debunked
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Monday, September 05, 2011
September 5, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1393 Views :: Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. DoE Boosts AYP Standing by Kicking Students off Testing Roster
  2. Abercrombie Booed at UH Game
  3. Abercrombie’s AG Tries to Block Burns, Case, Moon, and Bennett from holding Private Debate of Judicial Secrecy
  4. SA: HSTA Heading In Exactly the Wrong Direction
  5. Extortion case is the latest incident in a string of suits, violence and fines at The Shack
  6. Waikiki Event aims to show union members they "are not forgotten"
  7. Haleakala Telescope to kick in $20M for Science Education, OHA Cronies demand theirs
  8. Ethics Rules Selectively Enforced against Legislative Republican
  9. Chinatown drenched in Urine by Homeless
  10. After NW Hawaiian Isles Fishing Ban cause Seals to be crowded out, Officials want to bring them here
  11. Hawaiian Monk seals to soon have better Medical Care than Humans
  12. Panos: Ten Reasons Why Nuclear Energy Is Necessary For Another 50 Years
  13. Hawaii health officials plan events for National Suicide Prevention Week
  14. CB: Local Food
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Sunday, September 04, 2011
September 4, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1685 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Classified Documents reveal United Farm Workers made pact with Global Horizons in hope of profiting from Immigration Reform
  2. Kalapa: Taxpayers suffer as ACT 221 Scammers laugh all the way to the bank
  3. 1959: Martin Luther King Jr Salutes Hawaii Statehood
  4. Berg: Council to hear testimony on Waianae Sustainability Communities Plan
  5. VIDEO: Hundreds bid farewell to fallen Navy man from Maui
  6. Cayetano blasts Carlisle: “Another week and you probably would have lost”
  7. SA: Caution Lights Flashing on Rail Project, Bunda is Lousy Pick
  8. Hawaii, Income, Expenses, and Budget “Virtually Unknowable” – Kalbert Young
  9. Husted to Unions: Stop Assuming Every Democrat will Protect You
  10. HSTA Operatives Sow Dissension in effort to reverse Laupahoehoe Charter
  11. With no tax credits to gain via ownership, agencies use solar panels owned by others
  12. Homeless Woman to become DoE Teacher Next Semester
  13. Gambling Advocates Latch on to Military Bingo
  14. Weak Dollar Boosting Hawaii Tourism
  15. Is Oahu Dense Enough for Rail?
  16. Judges need more options for youth offenders
  17. Secrecy of court nominees seems to put Hawaii out of the judicial mainstream
  18. BLNR to intervene on Behalf of Convicted Killer Claiming Ownership of 551 acre Shoreline Parcel
  19. Resort Workers Clean Kauai Beach—No Mention of Any Plastic Bags
  20. Obama’s Mother argued against Modernity
  21. VIDEO: Hilo-based National Guard deploys to Iraq
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Saturday, September 03, 2011
September 3, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1043 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Murder in Kona: A flurry of phone calls, then Union Leader Walks Free
  2. UHERO: With Hawaii Growth Slow, US Risk Looms Large
  3. Flags to Fly at Half-Staff in Honor of Senior Chief Petty Officer Kraig M. Vickers
  4. Manoa Liberals to Apologize to Muslims for September 11th
  5. Carlisle, HART officials headed for DC Money Train
  6. Community objects to plan to close Likelike Elementary
  7. Halawa Could Make Millions for Hawaii
  8. Slom: Labor Day Should be for All Workers — and Jobs
  9. Foreign Journalists begin Arriving for APEC
  10. He's Not the 'Shot Caller', But Federal Judge Denies Shack Patron Jesse Yoshino Bail
  11. Probationer with 21 convictions let loose on bail after being arrested again
  12. Subcontractors: Troubled Waikiki Hotel Owes Them Money
  13. The MODERN Honolulu Granted Temporarily Liquor License, But Spa License Still on Hold
  14. Kaneohe sandbar deemed safe after radiological testing
  15. Big Island fish farm says water pen experiment a success so far
  16. Small businesses key to employment
  17. Politics in play over Say’s attack on Fontaine’s meeting
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Friday, September 02, 2011
September 2, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 763 Views
  1. Bombardier to HART: Our Rail Bid would have won if not Disqualified
  2. Full Text: HSTA Loses Drug Testing Appeal
  3. Hawaii Leads the Nation for Methamphetamine Use in the Workforce
  4. After Boycott Threat, Safeway Agrees to Change Labels on “Kona Blend”
  5. Marriott: M Waikiki Owners Self-Destructive
  6. News and Video from House Minority: Ward, Thielen, Ching, Pine, Rivere
  7. Construction Industry Group says Hawaii’s rural roads, bridges need work
  8. Pepeekeo Biomass Plant Granted Air Pollution Permit
  9. Slideshow: 66th Anniversary End Of WWII On Mighty Mo
  10. Governor Linda Lingle on Reforming Education in Hawaii
  11. Boylan: There is No Canoe
  12. Republican Missing from CD2 race as Hawaii undergoes Tectonic Shift
  13. Star-Advertiser Publishes Serious Misstatement in Pro-Rail Article, Critics Say
  14. Rail Foes Decry 'Hatchet Job' CB Fact Checks
  15. PIG picks Bunda for HART, will not reveal identities of Unborn Piglets
  16. SA: OHA may descend into Hee-esque Chaos Again
  17. Another Honolulu school may close
  18. Carlisle Wants $1B Rainy Day Fund as Legacy
  19. Sept 9 Lahainaluna HS Rally for America
  20. Price: Statehood Something To Celebrate
  21. Hawaii's genetically modified papayas to be exported to Japan after 10-year approval process
  22. PBN: UH must get better at technology transfer
  23. Second Shack Defendant Denied Bail
  24. Nearly Half Of Big Island Babies Subject To Intoxicating Substances In Womb
  25. Jury finds marijuana grower guilty of murdering Jamil Khan
  26. Counterfeit Female pleads not Guilty to Counterfeit Check Charges
  27. Prayer Meeting: NOAA asks for input for monk seal recovery
  28. Forest Stewardship Panel Meeting Violates Sunshine Law
  29. Senate approves Nakasone appointment to Circuit Court
  30. Laupahoehoe faces effort to roll back Charter Approval
  31. Ethics Brushes Back Waialua Girls Softball Fundraising
  32. Maui Wind Farm to Kill Five Nene
  33. Gay & Robinson plans larger Hydro Project, wants to Sell Energy to KIUC
  34. UH Manoa to Burn $35M on Solar Panels
  35. Honolulu Seawater Air Conditioning months away from breaking ground
  36. Activist concerned about possible radioactive contamination at Kaneohe Sandbar
  37. Feds Propose New Dog Import Regs for Hawaii
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Thursday, September 01, 2011
September 1, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 997 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Flags to Fly at Half-Staff Saturday in Honor of Senior Chief Petty Officer Kraig M. Vickers
  2. Marriott Managers, Security turned away from Waikiki Edition
  3. Aiming for $1M Dollars, Djou reaches out to Grassroots Donors
  4. Hawaii Right To Life becomes Aloha Life Advocates
  5. Djou heads for Afghanistan: “I am part of that Mission”
  6. Hirono renews attack on 18% of Hawaii’s Economy
  7. 41% of DoE Schools suddenly “Meet Standards” after “misplaced students put in correct category”
  8. Abercrombie Creating Positions: State DOT looking to hire 200-300 people
  9. SA Backs latest Proposal to Lets lots of Criminals out of jail
  10. Fiscal Discipline: Kobayashi proposes $75 million to go to artwork at rail stations
  11. Honolulu Spends $77M/year on Road Repairs
  12. Redistricting: Mufi Operatives complain about being cut out of CD2
  13. Del Castillo Running For Congress—CD2
  14. With Ansaldo on Ropes, Bombardier asks to be Re-Qualified
  15. HSTA's rebuff of deal shut down talks, former HSTA President says
  16. Return to Chaos? Namuo to leave OHA
  17. Honolulu Unemployment 15th Lowest in nation
  18. Influence? Thirteen Lobbyists on Commissions
  19. ACLU, School Bullies team up to impose Mandatory Sex Education
  20. A "Culture Of Violence" At Waikiki Nightspot
  21. Honolulu Police resist giving up Names and Salaries of Officers
  22. Manoa Liberals get together to commiserate about 9-11
  23. Berg Plan to Build Waianae Bypass Road Killed
  24. School secretary gets probation, fine in theft case
  25. AKP Biofool Producer allowed curtailed power sales denied to Wind Scammers
  26. States Rights: Fishermen to ask for time to discuss monk seal plan
  27. Senate committee votes 4-0 to endorse Nakasone judicial appointment
  28. Abercrombie appoints deputy finance director
  29. Debunking the Latest Hawaiian Sovereignty Scam
  30. Dopers Complain about High Electric Bills in Hawaii
  31. Honeywell UOP Breaks Ground On Biorefinery Demonstration Facility In Hawaii
  32. Hawaiian raises interisland air luggage fee
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Wednesday, August 31, 2011
August 31, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 709 Views
  1. HSTA responds to Perreira: We won’t allow others to ignore, take advantage of, or disrespect our Sacrifice
  2. NY Judge orders Waikiki Edition Returned to Marriott by 2:30PM Today
  3. Mufi’s Losing Ways
  4. CB: People call Hannemann a Bully
  5. Mufi: My experience with Rail prepares me to deal with Federal Deficit
  6. SA Touts Cheating as Key to DoE Success
  7. HSTA Lawyer Grills Former HSTA President over his Role in Negotiations
  8. Hawaii Hurricane Fund raided, FEMA funds nearly gone
  9. Poll: Only 39% have Favorable Opinion of The Abercrombie
  10. CD2: Three Democrats, no Republican yet
  11. Gabbard's Six Unions backed Abercrombie Last Time
  12. Suit targets police chief for denying gun permit
  13. Push Back against Laupahoehoe Charter Conversion
  14. Crisis? Abercrombie begins Creating Positions with 50 Hires at DoT
  15. Lack of Computers, Failure to Outsource causes 75% of Elevators to lack inspection
  16. WaPo: Federal lawsuit against American Samoa’s government claims age discrimination of workers
  17. Desperate for Wind Scam, Murdock Threatens to Sell Lanai
  18. AKP Claims Giant Microwave Biofuel processor is not Pie in the Sky
  19. FARCE: Mililani Trask squabbles with 9-11 Trooother over Profits from Geothermal
  20. Big Island Dope Dealer Founded Dope Church in Back of Police Car
  21. Evicted by UH Manoa, PBS Hawaii gets $5m grant, moving to new digs
  22. Hawaii AG Joins Newspaper war against Free Online Classifieds
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Tuesday, August 30, 2011
August 30, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 810 Views
  1. Djou Endorses Mitt Romney for President
  2. Mufi Hannemann announces Congressional Campaign
  3. Mufi’s Republican Army: The Bush Family Connection
  4. Lawyer: US Supreme Court needs to Hear Hokulia Bypass Case
  5. Time Has Come for States to Take Strong Action on Iran
  6. Nominees Sought for UH Board of Regents
  7. National Journal: Case against the Base, Hirono against the Voters, Lingle Wins
  8. Hawaii Politicos: Hirono can’t beat Lingle, Campaign will be Expensive and Brutal
  9. Building Trades endorse Gabbard for CD2
  10. HSTA to Supreme Court: Force HLRB to Issue Ruling
  11. Activists: Ethics Rules shouldn’t apply to us
  12. 2 a.m. takeover challenged: Marriott says it will fight the "illegal" ousting of the hotel's management team
  13. Aulani Ribbon Cutting
  14. Feds Allege Violence, Extortion At Waikiki Nightspot
  15. 50 soldiers in Hilo-based National Guard helicopter unit to deploy to Iraq
  16. Rail Opponents: DLNR Statement on Burials 'Patently False'
  17. Straney: California Justifies UH Tuition Hike
  18. Lanai at risk of losing what makes it special
  19. Lege Asks School Bus Contractors For Answers
  20. Maui Lawmakers Want Answers On Vacant Housing
  21. State Seeks Executive Director to Spearhead Public Land Development
  22. Profitable non-profits hand out $10K Bonuses to top Execs
  23. City to install 34 security cameras for APEC meeting
  24. Former Campbell Estate trustee Fred Trotter dies
  25. Big Island fish farm says experiment going well
  26. Establishing a County-Run Religion: Maui County seeks Department of Sustainability
  27. Federal Agents Raid Maui Animal Sanctuary because it doesn’t Kill Endangered Birds
  28. Mexican Salmonella Sends Papaya King Running to Hawaii for help
  29. Agent Orange Deadline Tomorrow
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Monday, August 29, 2011
August 29, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1056 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. 2AM Raid: Hotel owners Boot Marriott from Waikiki Edition, strip signs, change locks
  2. TheBus is going to be faster than TheTrain?
  3. Battleship Missouri to Commemorate 66th Anniversary of Japanese Surrender
  4. Inouye: “People may resent” Abercrombie -- Gives Nod to Hirono, Mufi
  5. Many Democrats Doubt Hirono can beat Lingle -- Mufi could enter Senate race
  6. Transparency needed as UH Prof Squabble over Free Trips
  7. Activists and Profitable non-profits panic over Task Force Lobbying Restrictions
  8. Volunteers take over Kauai County Bridge Project, cost suddenly drops from $4M to $25K
  9. Abercrombie says he's ready to negotiate with teachers union
  10. The Negotiators Behind Hawaii Teachers Contract
  11. Inouye: Appropriations, not Super Committee will decide how much will be cut from Defense
  12. OHA Takes Second Shot at Claiming Its Employees Aren't Public
  13. High Overtime at Hawaii's Juvenile Detention Home
  14. Micronesians wonder Where did our Real Friends Go?
  15. Volcanoes park scores poorly in national review
  16. Mega Solar Project Proposed for O`ahu
  17. KPD Blue no more: Ready to start accreditation process
  18. Hawaii No. 1 — in ratio of widows
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Monday, August 29, 2011
Letters to the Editor, August, 2011
By Letters to the Editor :: 748 Views
  • Hirono Supporter: “9-11 was an inside job”
  • Horizon Lines Troubles Show Need for Reform of US Build Requirements
  • Kenoi Should Veto Building Code
  • Honolulu Hale Should Fix Its Toilet, Before It Buys a New Rail Car
  • Aina Koa Pono based on Flawed Assumption
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Sunday, August 28, 2011
August 28, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1055 Views :: Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. DoE Boosts Test Scores by Giving Answers to Students
  2. Video: Abercrombie Faces off with Teachers on Kauai
  3. Kalapa: Reason Seems Absent in Call for Continued Employment Tax Holiday
  4. Star Advertiser, Newspaper Guild Reach Tentative Agreement
  5. Waihee Elem Passes by kicking students off Testing Roster
  6. ‘High stakes’: Failing to meet federal benchmarks could result in sanctions or outside intervention
  7. Giving tests over and over again until Students Test Right
  8. Hawaii GE Tax take up 17%, TAT jumps 79%
  9. Drama Queen Clayton Hee may run as Anti-Rail Candidate for Mayor
  10. Carlisle, Dods, etc: Rail Opponents Spin Conspiracy Theories
  11. Profitable Non-Profit Clinics may see Cash Flowing from Abercrombie’s Medical Homes
  12. Timeshare Lockoff: Turtle Bay, Aulani, KoOlina Falsified EIS unit counts
  13. Broadband Task Force Chair contradicts Abercrombie
  14. ACLU Pushes to Release Hawaii Illegal Aliens
  15. SA: Tuition hike at UH risks deterring enrollment
  16. Kawaihae: 200 sq ft of Coral holds up $4.7M project for three years
  17. UH Maui offers Degree in Environmental Priest-craft
  18. Alleged Criminal Politician from Buffalo arrested in Hawaii, Extradition Hearing Set
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Saturday, August 27, 2011
August 27, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1184 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics
  1. Report: Abercrombie’s effort to dump Prepaid Health Care Act will drive Debts to 90% of GDP
  2. Conservative? Inouye, Akaka are Zeroes, but Hirono, Hanabusa score 10%
  3. Conservation Plan: Mafia connected Oahu Windfarm to kill Cats and Endangered Birds
  4. Case: Hirono “Blames the Republicans for Everything”
  5. PBN Switches Sides: Rail to Nowhere Cannot be Fixed
  6. Rail Project Takes Some Hits
  7. Error in UH News Release exposes Entire State of Stenography Journalism
  8. CD2 Candidate Kia’aina Upset because she didn’t get Bush Administration Job
  9. SA: Officials right to put heat on the homeless
  10. New Catholic leadership to build up schools
  11. Gary Rodrigues to serve one more year
  12. Calvin Say’s Musubi-Gate Coconspirators Hit with Ethics Fine
  13. Inquiry targets women's prison warden
  14. Video details Dopers’ dismemberment of victim
  15. APEC Plans Call For Added Surveillance Cameras
  16. Obama’s Code for America to upgrade 311 system for Honolulu
  17. Delays in military buildup on Guam cost contractors
  18. Disney Aulani expected to generate $300 million in revenue
  19. Charter School sues Kondo, CSRP
  20. Maui Charter Amendments: 4-year council terms, 2-year budgets urged by Arakawa
  21. Another round of new Building Code workshops scheduled
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Friday, August 26, 2011
August 26, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1307 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. New Day: UH Regents Propose Tuition Hikes
  2. Abercrombie to make You Proud of Your Home
  3. Gallup: 60% say Hawaii Economy Getting Worse
  4. Expensive, Unnecessary Hawaii County Building Code Changes to be Debated
  5. Video Shows Hypersonic Plane Which Crashed Half-Way to Hawaii
  6. Biden 9-11 Generation, “Greatest Generation”
  7. Inouye Cannot Guarantee Rail Funding, Lectures HART on Transparency
  8. Ansaldo Honolulu's "ability to complete the project" is suddenly called "an area of concern" by HART
  9. Rail Opponents Ask For Investigation
  10. Cronies Seeking Contracts give Abercrombie $850,000 for 2014
  11. DoE Asks Feds for More Time to Fail
  12. HSTA blunders endanger Organized Labor Rights
  13. New Day: UHPA Contract forces UH Manoa tuition to increase 32 percent under five year plan
  14. Stimulus Creates Jobs in Hawaii at cost of $650K Each
  15. Hawaii Labor makes Top and Bottom Wages
  16. Chinese Visitors Alarmed by Homeless in Chinatown
  17. Homeless Drug Dealers accused of deliberately setting fires in protest of airport viaduct sweep
  18. Lingle’s Public-Private Palolo housing Partnership hailed as model for the nation
  19. Kauai to let more Criminals Avoid Jail
  20. Lawsuit Challenges Hawaii Gun Laws
  21. Hawaii Regulators Shoot Down HECO Request to Reconsider ‘Big Wind’
  22. Hawaii Biofuels Plant Passes Hurdle
  23. Just in Time for Winter, Michigan Accountant gets idea to build ethanol plant on Big Island, NELHA Humors him
  24. Ron Paul Appoints Senior Advisor with Hawaii Expertise
  25. Spot the $50M Fib: Lesbian “recently married in Hawaii” sues after Indiana Stage Collapse
  26. Rosanne Gets medicated Marijuana License in Hawaii, Complains State is too slow in Mailing Forms
  27. 3 Hawaii Marines accused of hazing Marine
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Thursday, August 25, 2011
August 25, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1210 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Full Text: Hanabusa Campaign Announcement, Djou Response
  2. Full Text: Star-Adv Suit hits Abercrombie Secrecy on Judicial Nominees
  3. City, State sued over restrictive "License to Carry" Firearms
  4. First Felony Prosecutions under new Elder Abuse Law
  5. 9/11 remembrance ceremony scheduled at Tamarind Park
  6. SA: Governor flouts our right to know
  7. HSTA Demands Abercrombie “Split the Difference”
  8. Boylan: This Could Be Djou’s Best Chance
  9. Lockstep: Hirono votes 98% with Democrats, Hanabusa votes 95%
  10. Hirono tagged as Atheist Longshot
  11. Kondo, backed by Ethics Commission: “We’re not here to trap anybody”
  12. Aulani a Mickey Mouse Operation?
  13. Mufi: Disney Did Not Scrimp on Aulani
  14. Mayor to HUD: Tell Us What To Do And We'll Do It
  15. Hawaii Consumer Advocate Tilts Testimony to help Aina Koa Pono Biofool Scam
  16. AC Fails: Still out after 36 Hours at Honolulu Airport
  17. Rail Supporter Switches Sides
  18. Tenant Businesses seek Compensation for rail property takeover
  19. With Subpoenas Pending, Kauai Food Bank finally Responds to Bob Jones
  20. OHA Cronies scramble for $1.4M Pinata at CNHA Convention
  21. State Predicts 1.3% Growth and 3% Inflation
  22. Votes fall short on vacation rental statute
  23. After Censorship fails, Grove Farm decides to Build a Fence
  24. Following State's Lead, Honolulu Counts Military
  25. Commission vetting Hawaii Co Council redistricting maps
  26. High Oahu Rents drive thousands to Foodbank
  27. Foreclosures accounted for 21% of Hawaii home sales in Q2
  28. Hawaii County Bus Ridership Drops 7.7% after Free Ride Ends
  29. Hawaii Unveils New Master Plans For Pedestrians
  30. AG's office to hold auction of forfeited property
  31. Free Speech? Hawaii Legislators praised for attempting to ban N-Word at NCSL Conference
  32. SF Examiner: Hawaiian news source says Leland Yee unfit for San Francisco mayor
  33. KHON Duped by Counterfeit Female: Transsexual with 36 Felony Conviction has been Forging Checks drawn on Oahu Correctional Center Account
  34. “Seriously Tainted” Jury seated for “Religious” Doper’s Trial
  35. Chinese find Manganese Nodules at Bottom of Ocean East of Hilo
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Wednesday, August 24, 2011
August 24, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 868 Views
  1. Rail: Sumitomo will not Appeal, Stands Ready to take Ansaldo's place
  2. Chancellor Hinshaw to leave UH Manoa
  3. Gallup: Hawaii ranks 34th in Job Creation
  4. State Announces Broadband Initiative
  5. Horizon Lines Misses Aug. 15 Payment on $330 Million in Convertible Notes
  6. NYT Slams "Green Jobs" Pipe Dream
  7. Perreira: HSTA has Run Amok, HGEA not involved in Bizarre Plot against teachers
  8. Hanabusa Chickens Out, decides to run for Congress, pledges to keep failing the East-West Center
  9. CB: It’s a Fact, Djou less Partisan than Hirono, Hanabusa
  10. Ko Olina Exec backs re-drawn CD1 so Hanabusa Doesn’t have to Move
  11. Homeless Say Abercrombie not tough Enough
  12. Abercrombie’s hot air alone won’t help ship of state’s sails
  13. ILind: Where are the details on Abercrombie’s Broadband Show?
  14. Abercrombie Energy Panel Larded with Kuokoa Board Members
  15. Abercrombie’s Kate Stanley: Conflict of Interest?
  16. Back from Japan and Dumber than an Earlobe, Carlisle has no answer on Jamila, Sludge, ORI
  17. Prison Probe Underway At Kailua Women's Facility, Warden Suspended
  18. OHA Cronies to hear “special message” from The Obama
  19. Group Questions Cost of Rail Realignment
  20. Regents explore raising UH tuition up to 46 percent
  21. Star-Advertiser sues governor over disclosure of names of judicial candidates
  22. Act 221 Scammers Renew Push for Hawaii Stock Exchange
  23. Turtle Bay: Supreme Court Making EIS Rules up as they go along
  24. Taxpayers give Honeywell $25M to build pilot-scale biomass refinery in Kapolei
  25. Landfill Gas to Energy Proposals Requested for Maui
  26. Hawaii County Water Rates up 3.5%
  27. Former Senator Biden to Speak at Kaneohe base Tomorrow
  28. San Francisco Mayoral Candidate Shoplifts in Kona, Cruises for Hookers in SF
  29. Spending, not entitlements, created huge deficit
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Tuesday, August 23, 2011
August 23, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 933 Views
  1. School-by-School Hawaii State Assessment— How did your school do?
  2. Is Disney Lost in Hawaii?
  3. Gallup: Hawaii Leads Nation in Well-Being
  4. US Supreme Court will soon decide whether to hear Hokulia Bypass Case
  5. Is Video First Sarah Palin 2012 Campaign Commercial?
  6. Selecting from Secret List of Nominees, Abercrombie appoints Mizuno UH Regent
  7. Stimulus? Abercrombie CIP Contract Awards Drop by 86% from Lingle
  8. Subpoenas: Abercrombie, UHPA battle HSTA in Court
  9. Abercrombie seeking Self-Discipline, More Fake News conferences
  10. Ratepayers push back, Water Board postpones vote on rate hike
  11. Ansaldo could face $560M fine over Lack of Contractor’s License
  12. Rail Project Has Honolulu in a Tizzy
  13. Maui Affordable Housing Project half empty, residents terrorized by Felons on Management Team
  14. Substitute Teachers' pay delay will cost state more
  15. Autism Lawsuit Against DOE Could Cost State "Millions"
  16. Secret Report Criticizes Hawaii Juvenile Detention Home
  17. Judge suspends restitution in Aloun Farms case
  18. Honolulu Deputy Medical Examiner leaves State, won’t return calls
  19. Abercrombie to announce broadband Internet initiative today
  20. Is Hawaii Ready For a Stock Exchange?
  21. HUD Secretary Hawaii-Bound
  22. CNHA Senate Committee Roundtable Off The Record?
  23. Hanabusa: ‘I Can Defend My Record’
  24. No Town Hall, Hirono Hides from Constituents
  25. WRONG: Solar project ‘will save taxpayers money’
  26. Pre-APEC Homeless Sweep Under Freeway Uncovers Elaborate Structures
  27. Turtle Bay Resort plans to scale back expansion plans
  28. Maui Oceanfront Inn could be sold to pay creditors
  29. Public Land Development Corporation Cancels First Meeting
  30. Consumer Advocate Challenges Abercrombie’s Embrace of Obamacare
  31. Catch a fish, fill out a form
  32. Museum opens at former Wyo. internment camp
  33. WaPo Looks at 1911 DoE rules from Territory of Hawaii
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Monday, August 22, 2011
August 22, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1471 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics
  1. Can Abercrombie Administration impose Billions in Carbon Fees without Legislative Vote?
  2. Hawaii Marine Artillery keeps watch in Helmand Province
  3. Car Bomb: Maui Soldier tells Story of Survival
  4. Military Spending: In pursuit of Ideology, Hirono Votes Against 18% of Hawaii Economy
  5. Gingrich addresses TEA Party of Maui
  6. Hawaii Patriots: Massive Turn Out Supports Family of Fallen U.S Marine Christopher Camero
  7. Lifelong Criminal Lectures Kauai Police Commission on Sovereignty
  8. EUTF Audit: Another Deficit Year for Hawaii's Public Employee Health Insurance Fund
  9. Hawaii PUC Lags Far Behind Other States
  10. Prosecutor seeks restitution review in Aloun Farms Slavery case
  11. UH Manoa Perfessers, Administrators Drain secretive UH Foundation Travel Account
  12. SA: IT inefficiencies are pound foolish
  13. Hawaii lawmakers to get update on plans for public land Sales, Revenues
  14. With no law to enforce, police unable to handle Squatter problem plaguing Waikiki
  15. Catamaran businesses wary of permit plan
  16. VIDEO: Hilo, Senior League World Series champs, return to Hawaii
  17. OPT trials wave device ahead of US radar network deployment
  18. Hawaii amends its UI law regarding part-time/partial employment
  19. Ex-Honolulu stockbroker to be sentenced for fraud
  20. Big Island overrun by Cannibal Frogs
  21. New data spill shows risk of online health records
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Sunday, August 21, 2011
August 21, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1320 Views
  1. KOS: “Hirono would be the first non-theist to serve in the Senate”
  2. Hirono: Statehood evokes different emotions in all of us
  3. Berg: Ansaldo will Cost Taxpayers $250M on Maintenance
  4. Regaining Confidence Key to Economic Outlook
  5. Abercrombie pledges to Raise Taxes Again: “The Problem is People”
  6. Cayetano, Heen, Roth, Slater: How the city misled the public on Rail
  7. Water board seeks public's input before possible 70% rate increase
  8. ORI was Top Recipient of Honolulu HUD Money
  9. SA: With Only Six Schools Succeeding DoE needs to get Waiver from NCLB and still sucker Feds into thinking RTTT is real
  10. HSTA Contract Critical Juncture for Labor power in Hawaii
  11. VIDEO: Hundreds gather at town hall meeting featuring Newt Gingrich
  12. Fontaine is a good representative for Maui
  13. Will Deployment Help Djou’s Campaign?
  14. Fool Calls for Renewed Push to Disenfranchise Military Personnel
  15. Hawaii's genetically modified papayas attacked—eco terror feared
  16. Ibarra Rules that RENOVATIONS require SMA Permit, orders demolition of Keauhou Church Building
  17. Lunalilo Trust pursues growth
  18. Kauai AIDS Clinic Finds Substitute for Federal Funds
  19. Star-Adv Charges $1500 for Obituary
  20. Hilo Claims Senior League World Series Title
  21. Pre-APEC, Korea Free Trade Enters Critical Stage
  22. NYT: Citing a Lack of Usage, Costco Removes E.V. Chargers
  23. Honolulu Rail Contractor Surrounded as Gunmen Close in on Headquarters
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Saturday, August 20, 2011
August 20, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1297 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Hawaii Statehood: Tiny 1959 opposition was anti-Japanese, not anti-American
  2. Prince Kuhio: The bridge from Kingdom to State
  3. Our American Triumph: Civil Rights and Hawaii Statehood
  4. WaPo: Hawaii to be Squeezed by Super Committee
  5. Half Billion Dollars for Solar on Hawaii Navy Bases
  6. Abercrombie Spends Statehood Day Addressing Sovereignty Activists
  7. Star-Advertiser lets Mufi Hannemann, Ernie Marin off the hook, demands Jamila’s Head
  8. Abercrombie update spurs 'Snooze Day in Hawaii'
  9. Aberconomy: Unemployment jumps to 6.1%
  10. Substitute Teachers waiting for as much as $100 million in back pay
  11. Private School Success: Top Students continue to Beat National Averages
  12. 90-Day Homeless Plan: Take Credit for Pre-Existing Efforts
  13. Hawaii Gov’t Tech: Old, Older, Oldest
  14. Global Horizons and two California farms ordered to pay $2 million to farm workers
  15. Association for Ko Olina condos sues over fees
  16. Anti-Americans take stand against Free Trade with Korea
  17. Hostel underpaid working guests, suit alleges
  18. TSA Manager Targeted For Firing Speaks Out
  19. Anonymous Complaint investigated against Hickam Firefighters
  20. Little League: Hilo All Stars surge past Italy to reach final
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Friday, August 19, 2011
August 19, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1089 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Thousands line Highway for funeral of Big Island Marine Killed in Afghanistan
  2. HSTA Leaders see Conspiracy by Other Unions?
  3. SA: Abercrombie bringing back Pension Tax
  4. HSTA innuendos, attacks on Character similar to Nazis Big Lie
  5. Hawaii Labor Board Says Gov's Letter Not a Problem
  6. Boylan: Dazed Hirono no match for TEA Party, Rail Could Be Cut
  7. Hanabusa Supporters ‘Split’ On Future
  8. Statehood Day Today
  9. Slow-Moving Bureaucracy, 1968 Technology, costs Abercrombie’s DoT $19.2M
  10. Bhagowalia: Hawaii IT is Worse than Expected
  11. Green Energy Spending Boosts Inflation in Hawaii
  12. Will Ansaldo Be Able to Obtain Bonding?
  13. Enviros working to Impose Carbon Tax On Hawaii Without Legislative Approval
  14. NASA: Space Aliens May Exterminate Humans to Stop Global Warming
  15. No way to extract Military, Students from Redistricting
  16. Money Grubbing Anti-Telescope Activists Demand Cut of Ticket Sales
  17. Addressing the state’s doctor shortage
  18. It Gets Worse At Kaua‘i Food Bank
  19. Disease Spreads: 2 Hawaii lawmakers elected to national positions
  20. Newt Gingrich pitches Asian appeal in California, Hawaii
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Thursday, August 18, 2011
August 18, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 464 Views
  1. Abercrombie Outlines Excuses for Tax Hikes, Blames Lingle, Micronesians
  2. Rep Ward: Governor's Report Long on Rhetoric, Short on Specifics
  3. Big Island plans massive salute to LCpl. Camero
  4. GOP's Djou seeks to retake Hawaii House seat
  5. ‘Undeniable storm’ looms for finances, gov warns
  6. Marumoto: Abercrombie wants to raise taxes again
  7. Governor must answer, ‘Where’s the beef?’
  8. Fake Cuts: Most Hawaii Departments Spared in $50M 'Restructuring' Cuts
  9. Commission Again refuses to Disenfranchise Military
  10. Say, Tsutsui ask AG Louie to allow Legislators to Peddle Influence Freely
  11. HUD Concerned About ORI Report From City
  12. ILind: HSTA ethics complaint is mis-directed
  13. Green Energy Drives HECO Rates to Record High
  14. Soft on Crime Kauai: Lifelong Criminal Gets Probation for Death Threats
  15. Tough on Homeowners: Pay Maui Property Tax Late, Lose Homeowners Exemption
  16. Gay Civil Union Licenses handled online, heteros must wait weeks for marriage licenses
  17. SA: The DoE Can Save Children from Ignorant Parents
  18. Council Postpones Laie Hotel Vote
  19. Experts meet in Honolulu to focus on Rat Lungworm Disease
  20. Obama promises to waste $510M on Biofool Scams
  21. Medical Practices Losing Money Nationwide
  22. AOL Gets Last, Best Hope in Private Equity
  23. PAYBACK: JUSTICE MOVES ON S&P
  24. Birfers offer $5000 for Obama Birf Announcement Newspapers
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Wednesday, August 17, 2011
August 17, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1431 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics
  1. Djou: Hawaii isolated, vulnerable due to lack of Bi-Partisan Delegation
  2. Newt Gingrich to Speak at Maui Event Saturday Aug 20
  3. KidsCount: Hawaii Dropout Rate rises 40%
  4. Politico: Djou will challenge Hanabusa
  5. Djou to deploy to Afghanistan then run for Congress
  6. Lee Greenwood Wows Fans at $500K Hawaii GOP Fundraiser
  7. Legislative redistricting will shift seats
  8. Big Brother: Kauai Utility to Shut off Residents’ Appliances Remotely
  9. Kondo draws ire and fire from lawmakers over ethics
  10. HSTA flounders in labor battle
  11. Does governor’s position on judicial nominees reflect views of his supporters?
  12. International legal fight stalls Honolulu mass transit project
  13. Grifters focus Attention on Telescope’s Community Benefits Package
  14. Non-enforcement of mandatory reporting law against Dept. of Education personnel endangers Hawaii’s children
  15. NOAA Monk Seal Zone Could Kill Inter-Island Cable, OTEC
  16. Flags will fly half staff in honor of Camero
  17. NYT: New Disney Vacation Resort in Hawaii Faces Possible Losses
  18. Hawaii Pension Fund Gains 21% Through June (then Market Crashes)
  19. Report: Hawaii hotel occupancy dropped in June—first drop in 18 mos
  20. Biden to stop in Hawaii after Asia trip
  21. Hawaii 2010 Data Book Released
  22. $2.5M federal grant to repair Waianae alternate route
  23. Opposition voiced to Hualalai Partners' plans
  24. Kauai TVRs: 4,650 Takings?
  25. Perry on the Right
  26. Conference aims to normalize pedophilia
  27. VIDEO: Blacks in Detroit Tired of making excuses for Obama
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Tuesday, August 16, 2011
August 16, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 942 Views :: Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Roll Call: Djou Expected to Try to Win Back House Seat
  2. Duke Aiona: I will not run for Congress in 2012, will Decide on 2014 Gubernatorial Run
  3. Newt Gingrich to Speak at Maui Event Saturday Aug 20
  4. Barbers Point Museum to Host 9-11 Commemoration
  5. Disney Halts Sales at Aulani, Fires top Execs
  6. Abercrombie names Nakasone to First Circuit Court Bench
  7. Country-Western Singer Lee Greenwood to Headline Hawaii GOP Fundraiser
  8. One Week Until Teacher Evaluation Failure Sinks Race to the Top
  9. HSTA Claim that HLRB is not Impartial Leads to Hearing Thursday
  10. Collusion? School Bus Contractors Jack Up Prices 44%—after being compensated for fuel, labor
  11. ILind: Governor gives the public a one-finger salute, news media gives him a pass
  12. Thanks to DDT Ban, Bed Bugs now Ruining Waikiki
  13. Heading for Federal Court, Bombardier Appeals Honolulu Rail Contract
  14. Grifters seeking Money Grill Telescope Managers
  15. Sentencing postponed for Tam on theft, campaign spending charges
  16. Senate Ways and Means Chair: Hawaii Working to Resolve Employee Retirement System's $7.1 Billion Deficit
  17. Reward raised to $10,000 for information on destruction of papaya crops
  18. Copper cables stolen from abandoned South Point wind farm
  19. HMSA, Kaiser make money, prepare to hike rates
  20. Tokio Marine to Acquire All of Hawaii’s First Insurance for $165 Million
  21. Permit changes for stream cleaning
  22. Tourism propping up Honolulu Real Estate market
  23. Federal agency praises Hawaii and Honolulu for securing radiological material
  24. Honolulu rat lungworm disease workshop planned
  25. DoE Failures keep Hawaii cities off 'Best Places to Live' list
  26. Tropical Storm Fernanda heads toward Central Pacific
  27. After Spending all the Money, Obama Goes After Military Retirees
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Monday, August 15, 2011
August 15, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 641 Views
  1. Waimanalo Gulch Cover-up: Hannemann, Martin fingered in Ethics Commission Report
  2. Lawsuit: Adult counselor engaged in questionable activities with students at Blind, Deaf School
  3. Micronesians: “Its just better in Arkansas”
  4. Hawaii residents work 216 days to pay full cost of government
  5. Abercrombie: 90-Day Homelessness Plan Comes to End
  6. Kalapa: Running Afoul of Credit Risks due to Lack of Leadership
  7. Abercrombie on APEC: “So what?”
  8. State Rejects Sumitomo Appeal, Clears Path for Honolulu Rail
  9. Financial Disclosures show Alleged Conflicts of Interest for Carlisle Cabinet
  10. Djou: HART Must be Accountable to City Officials
  11. Djou to make Announcement later this week
  12. CB: Duke Aiona Considering Run for CD2
  13. Case: DSCC believes fiction, hits Hirono for Being Invisible in District
  14. Hanabusa supporter goes after Hirono over residency
  15. Plans advance for teacher ratings pilot project
  16. SA: Micronesians are great excuse to get More Federal Funds
  17. Abercrombie Admin Confiscated Weapons from Harbor Police Over Paperwork Issues
  18. HSTA Files Ethics Charge against Abercrombie, Horner, Matayoshi
  19. SHOPO Brings in Federal Mediator
  20. Kenoi’s Side deal with HGEA costly
  21. Hawaii Biofuels Option Could Prove Costly
  22. Land Trusts to get their Tax Cuts and Eat them Too
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Sunday, August 14, 2011
August 14, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1746 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics
  1. Tax Cheat linked to Holocaust Deniers is Source for National Democrats’ Attack on Lingle
  2. Running Afoul of Credit Risks due to Lack of Leadership
  3. Bachmann wins Iowa Straw Poll, Pawlenty ends Candidacy after Disappointing 3rd Place Finish
  4. Silent salute to honor fallen Isle Marine
  5. Stop Rail Plaintiffs may seek Injunction Halting Work
  6. COFA: Hawaii Spends $115M, Arkansas Spends $1M
  7. Akaka Tribe Gathers for 10th Annual meeting
  8. Hawaii Monopoly Bosses Top $6m in Pay
  9. Fontaine: Holding informational briefings is part of a legislator’s responsibilities
  10. DoE Hit List: Six Schools beat 90% Proficiency
  11. KOS: Unnecessary Ed Case is our Favorite Punching Bag
  12. Tax Cheat Gary Hooser considers run for Congress, Mufi may Announce at End of Month
  13. Jesse Jackson Jr: Inouye, Akaka suffer the most from budget cuts
  14. Census shows 78% more homosexual couples in Hawaii, 21% control children
  15. Dudley: Thai workers are rich liars, happy with treatment by Sou Brothers
  16. Mikulina: Refreshing if Task Force Enterprises Implode
  17. Telescope Shakedown Continues in name of “gods”
  18. Honolulu City Council to decide if hotel in Laie can be built
  19. Clean Energy Project to Spew 246 tons of Pollution
  20. Late mortgage payments in Hawaii decline
  21. Strategic Airlines to fly to Hawaii
  22. Flying Donkeys Set To Arrive At LAX
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Saturday, August 13, 2011
August 13, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 2117 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Gallup: Obama job Approval in Hawaii Drops to 56%
  2. Texas Gov. Rick Perry Announces Campaign for Presidency
  3. Inouye: Lingle will be difficult, nothing but trouble out there for Democrats
  4. Abercrombie’s 90-Day Plan: Take Credit for Homeless Shelters “doing the work they always have done”
  5. Abercrombie Tourism Liaison is Washington Place Handyman
  6. Anti-Bullying Laws to Cover Private Schools, General Public?
  7. Feds to Regulate Overseas Labor Recruiters?
  8. Feed In Tariff: Green Energy Scammers Demand to be Paid even when their Electricity is useless
  9. Now Driving Honolulu's Money Train: Don Horner
  10. Kapolei getting Railroad but losing Post Office
  11. You too can participate in destroying the country’s bond rating and crashing the stock market
  12. Schatz Praises Aloha Stadium Authority that Abercrombie demanded Resign
  13. Hilton to Build Two New Towers with 600 Timeshare Units
  14. $200/month Permit proposal splashes catamaran firms
  15. Boosting number of doctors in Hawaii is critical need
  16. Stupid Mortgage Scammer fails to use Sovereignty as an Excuse, Gets Arrested
  17. Honolulu TSA Managers Admit 'Dictatorial' Atmosphere
  18. Enviros, Bureaucrats attacking Fishermen Again
  19. Building Trades Unions to Boycott Democratic National Convention
  20. 9-11-11: Stephen Siller Tunnel to Towers Run
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Friday, August 12, 2011
August 12, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1390 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Akaka Brings Democrat Staffers to Maui for Taxpayer-funded Vacation
  2. Meet Eni Faleomavaega: Hirono and Hanabusa's Hope for the East-West Center
  3. Hawaii Tops Nation in Seat belt Use
  4. Judiciary Seeking Applicants for Bar Examiners Board
  5. 80% of UPW votes for Strike
  6. Pasha-Young Bros. feud shows state as it really is
  7. Waimanalo Gulch Votes Bought n Paid For By Ernie Martin, Mufi Hannemann
  8. HSTA Flack: I am a teacher first and a Democrat second
  9. Musto: HSTA position makes no sense
  10. COFA: Abercrombie Demands Feds Clean Up the Mess He Made
  11. Boylan: Billion Dollar Barry will Save us from Lingle
  12. Hawaii County Redistricting commission releases six possible boundary maps
  13. Kauai Luddites Open new Front in War on Hydro
  14. Kauai Food Bank Misuses $779,000
  15. Criminal Fake Cook Featured in Bizarre Aloun Farms Video
  16. Trial dates set for HPD officers in overtime scam
  17. Maui’s Medeiros, Madden Fined for failing to file reports
  18. Marshallese go to Arkansas for Jobs
  19. Act 221 Company loses $10.2M
  20. HSTA, Other Gov’t Workers now Get Open Enrollment
  21. Moon Race: Will Lunar Park be easier to build in Hawaii or on the Moon?
  22. Superferry Protesters may drive final nail in Coffin of Pork Program for Shipbuilders
  23. $1.5m in Federal Pork to Provide Internet Service to 800 in rural Hawaii
  24. SA: Vacation rental bill good first step
  25. Hawaii Ranked Worst State For Dental Health
  26. Postal Service proposes cutting 120,000 jobs, pulling out of health-care plan
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Thursday, August 11, 2011
August 11, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1718 Views :: Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics, World News, World Politics
  1. Gallup: Hawaii Most Democratic State in '11
  2. St Sophia’s Priest found Not Guilty of Hawaii sex assault tells his story
  3. Panos: For about six billion dollars you can choose between Plan A and Plan B
  4. Trains Helped Kill the Greek Economy – They’ll Kill Hawaii’s too
  5. Lawsuit: Hamamoto, Principal, Counselor Looked Other way as Homosexual Rapists Terrorized Underage Deaf and Blind Students
  6. HSTA Doesn’t get Immediate Injunction
  7. Maui Time: Lingle could Win Senate Race
  8. Hawaii GOP Candidate Willoughby moves to Utah to Run For Congress Again
  9. Phony Abercrombie talks Union in Vegas while Fighting Unions at Home
  10. Abercrombie Thriving on Chaos
  11. ILind: Civil Beat superficial, misses Key Background Info
  12. Incarceration, not Education: Kulani School eyed as prison site
  13. Electric Ratepayers may be robbed to line pockets of Biofool Scammers
  14. Hawaiian Airlines Balks at Tax Burden on Tickets
  15. Ease visa hurdles for Chinese visitors
  16. Lyla Berg says Abercrombie’s BoE is Ignorant, Inexperienced, Dumber than Legislators
  17. Filth, Slime from Legislature Contributes to Honolulu’s Sewage Overload
  18. Ethics Director Blocks Texas Dinner For Hawaii Lawmakers
  19. Carlisle Cabinet Member Quits Job, Flees Country
  20. Foreclosures Down Sharply for Second Month after new Law
  21. South Maui Wind Turbines to be 450 feet tall
  22. Former councilor’s campaign finance reports still not in
  23. Opposing sides hunker down in dispute on vacation rentals
  24. Famous "Times Square Kiss" sculpture arrives in Hawaii
  25. 150 Hawaii Army National Guard troops come home from 10-month Afghanistan deployment
  26. 6000 Marshallese in Hawaii, 4000 in Arkansas
  27. China launches first of FOUR Planned Aircraft Carriers, India aiming for three
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Wednesday, August 10, 2011
August 10, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1389 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Big Island plans massive salute to LCpl. Camero
  2. V-J Day Kiss Statue to be Unveiled in Waikiki
  3. Wisconsin Holds the Line
  4. President honors Hawaii Navy SEAL killed in Afghanistan
  5. Duke vs Mufi for CD2?
  6. Abercrombie heads off on Vacation—will Speak at Vegas Union Convention while giving Shaft to HSTA
  7. DOE had its finger on the scales when reporting special education progress
  8. Blame the Test: SA comes up with Lots of New Excuses for DoE Failure
  9. Kenoi goes 60-40 with HGEA as Election Season Approaches
  10. Biofuel Proposal Draws Fire
  11. Soft on Crime Judge orders Return of Fake Police Badge to Anti-Superferry Protester
  12. Progressives seek Comments against Counting Military personnel
  13. OHA claims to be exempt from State Law
  14. Trask Opposes Wilhelm as KSBE Trustee
  15. Large Rail Landowners Give to Pro-Rail Campaigns
  16. Waimanalo Gulch: Planning Commissioner Fined For Ethics Violations
  17. No Confidence in Abercrombie’s Pipe Dreams: Arizona Prison Expanding to House More Inmates
  18. Civil Beat tries to do Partisan hatchet Job on Lingle’s Int’l Women’s Conference—and blows it
  19. Academic Marxists using Social Studies to Brainwash DoE Students
  20. What Hawaii Education Laws Are Most Ineffectual?
  21. Federal Shipbuilding Loan Guarantees may be Casualty of Superferry Debacle
  22. New flights from China may provide big boost to Hawaii economy
  23. APEC picks finalists for Hawaii Business Innovation Showcase
  24. Special 9/11 Event Planned In Hawaii
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Tuesday, August 09, 2011
August 9, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1648 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics
  1. After Abercrombie puts Videotaped Foot in Mouth, he rejects Binding Arbitration with HSTA
  2. Berg: Showdown on Landfill
  3. Molesters, Cocaine, and Bribery ignored--but Maui Democrats Frothing at Mouth over Cybercrime Briefing
  4. HSTA slams state for rejecting arbitration stunt
  5. Inouye: Akaka Should Serve out Term
  6. Hirono Supporters at Civil Beat debunk Borreca Column attacking Akaka
  7. Former Gov. Lingle talks leadership with service members
  8. DSCC Blames Lingle for DoE/BoE/HSTA Choice to put School Furlough Days on Instructional Days
  9. Inouye Attacking Windfarm Subsidies? Inouye Claims Hawaii Rail Funding Is Safe
  10. Bombardier considers further legal action on rail contract
  11. Another Failed HECO Deal
  12. New QUEST Medicaid contracts to Implement Abercrombie Plan
  13. Slom: S&P Downgrade a result of Debt Agreement
  14. Democrat Donor Orly Taitz comes to Hawaii with her latest Birther Stunt
  15. DoE Aide pleads not guilty in Sexting case
  16. CNHA Conf: 500 OHA cronies seeking Free Money
  17. 3 MPD officers face suspensions
  18. Visiting priest acquitted of sexual assault
  19. Hawaii enters growing group of states with asset protection trusts
  20. Fake Developers Pretend to Re-Start Scam Development on side of Volcano
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Monday, August 08, 2011
August 8, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1567 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Human Trafficking: Did the US DoJ Purposefully lose the Aloun Farms Case?
  2. Police roust Mayor Kenoi, Rep Chang from Drunken Campaign Event
  3. HUD: Ernie Martin Should Have Caught ORI's Problems
  4. Expiring government incentive programs have some worried the Solar boom won’t last
  5. Abercrombie’s Medical Homes … or Medical Closets?
  6. Now that Abercrombie has lost all his labor constituents, can he get some love from Business?
  7. Dog Bites Man: Judge again sides with the Sierra Club against Koa Ridge
  8. Kauai seeks place to treat young addicts
  9. Only Two Legislators have $100K Campaign Cash
  10. Meltdown of Aloun Farms Trial May Help Defendants In Global Horizons Case
  11. Shapiro: New hope in teachers’ labor dispute, or just hype?
  12. Families face bigger tuition hikes as costs for private schools rise
  13. Hawaii County Council Reapportionment Maps Available
  14. Answer sought on 'Kona' coffee
  15. Honolulu Police Declines to Name Promoted Officers — Then Names Them
  16. Judiciary to Honor Richardson
  17. Hawaii students line up for back to school blessing
  18. A Lost Child of Kalaupapa
  19. Friends, family recall ‘fearless young man’ killed in Afghanistan
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Sunday, August 07, 2011
August 7, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1396 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. This Day in History: Truman Announces Hiroshima Bombing
  2. Restoring Courage: Hawaii Stands with Israel August 24
  3. Hawaii's Obscure Franchise Tax Adds to Utility Bills
  4. Pro Bowl to continue, site may change thanks to Abercrombie
  5. HSTA decides Abercrombie’s Videotaped Bickering is a Binding Arbitration Offer, Votes to “accept”
  6. Other Students Reported Sexual Messages from Educational Assistant
  7. BoE: HSTA, HGEA members cannot veto Charter Conversion application, Laupahoehoe charter OK'd
  8. Maui Native Among 30 killed in Afghanistan
  9. Hawaii Soldier Dies In Afghanistan
  10. Maui Dems: Redistricting plan ‘cleans it up nicely’
  11. 1,000 Big Island Dopers forget to Renew Medical Marijuana Cards
  12. Big Island Blogger Claims he was Beat up by Police
  13. Younger veterans living on the streets
  14. Hawaii agriculture chair asks Safeway to comply with local roasted coffee labeling law
  15. Hawaii DoE does not require any Economics Courses
  16. Brewbaker: Stimulus in Hawaii failed due to emphasis on Clean Energy, Broadband
  17. After Obama burns Treasury, Colleges breathe sigh of relief that Pell Grants Still Survive
  18. Honolulu Weekly facing financial deadline, appeals for support
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Saturday, August 06, 2011
August 6, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1495 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. S&P Cuts US Bond Rating, More Downgrades Coming Monday
  2. Fourth in Nation: Hawaii State Debt is $25,000 per taxpayer
  3. WSJ Video: How US Debt Downgrade would affect States, Cities, Banks, Mortgage rates
  4. Homosexual Rape went on for Years at DoE Blind and Deaf School
  5. DoE Promises HSTA: No Teacher Accountability for 2011-2012
  6. Thai Workers to file Civil Suit
  7. Borreca: Ed Case's problem is effrontery
  8. Reapportionment Commission Adds Hanabusa’s Home to CD1
  9. San Francisco Still Stuck with Ansaldo
  10. At Teachers Union/State Settlement Conference, Mum's The Word
  11. Abercrombie attacks Prepaid Healthcare Act Again
  12. Abercrombie Blocks Maui Nurses from Facebook Page
  13. OHA Trustee Mossman Quits: Departure Presages Return to Bad Old Days?
  14. Abercrombie snags PUC Commissioner
  15. Abercrombie Advisor quits to work on Case Campaign
  16. Papaya farms offer $10,000 award
  17. Inspector General Probe Headed For HNL TSA (timed for APEC?)
  18. SA: Compensate Prisoners released and deemed wrongly convicted
  19. $10 Toll to drive in Downtown Honolulu?
  20. Commissary Needed in Hawaii
  21. Brian Ahakuelo to lead IBEW Local 1260
  22. BioFools: AKP to Produce 140,000 tons of “Bio-Char” Every Year
  23. Senate Leaders to Push Renewal of Wind Subsidies
  24. HTA’s McCartney: "You're not going to see a lot of our ads on CNN."
  25. They can’t get married there but Gays pick Australia as #1 spot for Honeymoons
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Friday, August 05, 2011
August 5, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 923 Views
  1. Troubled Honolulu rail Contractor owned by Gaddafi--Revolt causing Financial Losses
  2. Hawai`i Free Press: A Million Hits A Month
  3. VIDEO: Abercrombie argues with retired teacher in Hilo
  4. Mainland Democrat Operatives Attack Gov. Lingle's Record
  5. Supreme Court Evaluates Work of Access to Justice Commission
  6. I Love Liliha Festival Aug 28
  7. Kimura Gets 20 Years in Maui Ponzi Scheme
  8. “People at the very top knew”: Sexual Abuse Arrests made at Hawaii's school for Deaf and Blind
  9. UHPA Steps Into Teacher Contract Dispute
  10. Inouye’s National Democrats hit for attacking Case, Lingle
  11. Shapiro: It’s already hold-your-nose time in the Hawai‘i’s U.S. Senate race
  12. Hanabusa’s Announcement: A Matter Of Weeks
  13. Ko Olina Home In or Out of Hanabusa's District?
  14. Doctor shortage getting worse; hospitals finding ways to cope
  15. Kamehameha land sales raise questions
  16. Cayetano, Waihee speak up for Aloun Farms
  17. Jurors: Prosecution Botched Aloun Farms Case
  18. Pasha: New law makes competition nearly impossible
  19. Luddites, Mortgage Scammers Move to Thwart Hawaii Fish farm
  20. Akaka introduces bill to restore Compact of Free Association citizen eligibility for Medicaid
  21. SA: 'Sexting' laws need clarity
  22. Deal puts Hawaiian Air's imprint on field of Aloha Stadium
  23. Historic Ewa Airfield proposed site for renewable energy park
  24. Kona Airport Manager Disciplined: Kauai Airport Manager Fired As DOT Tries To Fix Airports
  25. Proposed Big Island Biofuel Plant Attracts Strong Supporters, Vocal Skeptics
  26. NRC satisfied with Army handling of Depleted Uranium
  27. Andy Irons Drug Problem Hidden behind surfing industry Wall of Silence
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Thursday, August 04, 2011
August 4, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1454 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Six Incumbents could fight each other under newly released Hawaii Reapportionment Maps
  2. Judge Steven Alm: Justice Reinvestment and the future of HOPE Probation
  3. Ewa Battlefield Preservation Hearing Today
  4. OHA Cash Giveaway can Quintuple Your Bank Account
  5. Big Victory for Democrat Insiders in Aloun Farms Slavery Case: Feds drop all Charges Against Sou Bros
  6. Martin, Kobayashi hold Fake ORI Hearings
  7. Hawaii’s APEC Business Delusions
  8. Oi: Sewage, Trash, and the DoE should be front and Center at APEC
  9. Tsutsui demands that Task Forces not be Ethical
  10. DoE trying to use Creative Accounting to Pretend to Comply with Law Mandating 5.5 instructional hours
  11. UPW is obstacle to Merging Fire Dep’t, Emergency Services
  12. Application Deadline Arrives for Akaka Tribe Commission
  13. Hokulia's future is cloudy
  14. City Move To Contract With Single Tow Firm could mean higher costs for Tow Victims
  15. Young Bros. rate increase tied to fight to reestablish monopoly
  16. With Federal Subsidies set to Expire, Solar Boom reaches 20mw on Oahu
  17. Molokai Stands firm against Windfarms
  18. Solar Assoc of Hawaii Challenges Smart Grid Technology
  19. ACLU of Hawaii seeks details on government phone tracking
  20. OPM considers pay adjustments for Federal Employees in Hawaii
  21. Environmental groups sue to stop Hawaii fish farm
  22. Damselfly reinforcing Federal Grip on 43,491 Oahu Acres
  23. After taking lots of drugs, UH Manoa Perfesser re-invents Atheist Religion
  24. Councilman seeks funds to send Sludge to Waimanalo Gulch
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Wednesday, August 03, 2011
August 3, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1201 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Farmers send 5000lbs of Kona Coffee to the Troops
  2. Djou: Rail Authority tone deaf on Fiscal Affairs
  3. Hawaii Congressional Delegation: How they voted August 2
  4. State: New EUTF Contracts To Save Millions
  5. ILWU, HSTA Picket as Abercrombie bickers with Retired Teachers at Hilo Events
  6. Shapiro: Dump Ansaldo
  7. Hawaii Senators go all out to defend opportunity to profit from Influence Peddling
  8. Prosecutor removed from Hawaii forced labor trial, Health Problem Cited
  9. U.S. District Judge Releases Global Horizons CEO to Leave State
  10. National Democratic committee frothing at mouth, suffers nervous breakdown over Case poll
  11. Case Pollster defends Methodology
  12. Nonprofit ORI Opts Not To Fight HUD Findings
  13. Senate matchups: Nestor Garcia to Challenge Mike Gabbard? Cachola vs Oakland?
  14. Hee Builds $300K War Chest, Tsutsui Has $100K
  15. BioFools: Big Isle ratepayers could see electric bills jump $10 or more
  16. Health insurance rates jump 10% for Hawaii public workers
  17. Thousands more may need flood insurance
  18. Act 221 Scammers: Spend money on Surveys Pushing Windfarms, not on Water Board Lobbying
  19. Hawaii Ed Board Rethinks School Impact Fees
  20. Former teaching assistant indicted in child sex abuse case
  21. Kailua teacher accused in hammer assault may lose job
  22. Micronesian in Hawaii
  23. Obama’s Pet Misanthrope: US poet laureate says humans failing themselves by not failing themselves
  24. Hawaii among best places to protect wildlife
  25. Hawaii Cancer Research lets Lawyers hope North Dakota erionite will lead to mesothelioma lawsuit epidemic
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Tuesday, August 02, 2011
August 2, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1142 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Senate Race Poll shows Lingle beating Hirono
  2. Inouye’s Senate Democrats outraged by “dishonest” Ed Case
  3. Preliminary legislative districts to be unveiled Wednesday
  4. NRO: Hawaii Senate Race more than Competitive
  5. Borreca: Road to the Senate will run through a field designed by Lingle
  6. E-W Center: What will happen when Inouye is gone?
  7. Hanabusa: Republicans Had Edge in Debt Debate
  8. Layoffs likely if teacher pact revoked, state argues
  9. Cronies won’t take positions on Advisory Council if they have to give up Lobbying
  10. Council: HART already hiding Ghost Employees
  11. Biofools: $2/monthly Tax will line pockets of Aina Koa Pono
  12. Bottle Tax Will Not increase
  13. OHA Program lines Bank Accounts of Supporters
  14. Aina Le'a suits seek damages, reversal of ruling
  15. SA: Water board should curtail use of lobbyists in order to get rate hike thru
  16. Public briefed on sludge hauling: "We do not want to wait for failure," the city says
  17. Honolulu looks at merging HFD and EMS
  18. City proposal takes aim at illegal vacation rentals
  19. Maui TEA Party Chair to Be Interviewed
  20. ‘Big Wind’ can generate profits for Patten
  21. Eric Ryan tricks Berg into Attacking GOP
  22. Swat a fly, go to jail: Agreement would add 20 plants and three insects to the endangered list
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Monday, August 01, 2011
August 1, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1393 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Hirono, Hanabusa, Inouye, Akaka line up behind Massive Military Cuts
  2. 1,000 Hear David Barton at events on Oahu, Maui, Big Isle
  3. HART, Council Primed to Dump Ansaldo—No Contract Signed Yet
  4. Rail Suit: Enviros Win 66% of EA Cases in 9th Circuit
  5. Former Gov. Lingle moving toward Hawaii Senate run
  6. Lingle: University System is Example of School Choice
  7. Already failing, Schools start setting higher goals
  8. New Student Tracking System For Teachers
  9. Hawaii’s high rank for federal funds means greater risk from debt ceiling disruptions
  10. Full Financial Disclosure: Abercrombie's Cabinet
  11. Obamacare Preview: Patients pack health centers As doctors winnow their client lists
  12. Hawaii Regulations prevent use of Physician Assistants, Nurse Practitioners
  13. HECO wants to tax ratepayers to pay HELCO $21M/yr
  14. Democrats register 75% of Base Female Voters, trying to get the other 25%
  15. The Star-Advertiser's Feeble Circulation Boast
  16. East-West Center is valuable asset to Hawaii and the United States
  17. Social Studies needed to Brainwash little Gramscians
  18. Public schools drop cursive requirement
  19. After lifetime of shaking down Resort Operators, Charlie Maxwell too sick to continue collecting payoffs
  20. After decades of screaming, Luddites win shutdown of most Hanalei Bay Commercial Activities
  21. Ordnance Reef technology demonstration reaches halfway point
  22. Obama Sr, drunken wife beater
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Sunday, July 31, 2011
July 31, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1508 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Hawaii’s Electoral College Dropout Scheme Debunked
  2. Political Insiders aim to soak Electric Rate Payers with Bio-Fuel surcharge
  3. After years of losses, slush fund investigation, Honolulu Rail Contractor Ansaldo may be closed down or sold
  4. WSJ Video: How US Debt Downgrade would affect States, Cities, Banks, Mortgage rates
  5. Testing Senate message, Lingle touts bipartisanship
  6. Isle representatives push towards default with partisan 'no' vote, Back plan for massive Military Cuts
  7. Cash flows from Board of Water Supply to lobbyists
  8. Scared and Unprepared HSTA Members to Picket Abercrombie in Hilo
  9. Borreca: HSTA is marginalizing itself with Political War on Abercrombie
  10. SA: DoE should Involve Teachers to make RTTT Accountability Pointless
  11. Salaries of top labor chiefs Average $157K
  12. APEC bigs might get to see strike, snakes and homeless
  13. Landfill wars, part II: Waimanalo Gulch is off the table, just like last time
  14. OHA sees Profit in Geothermal Development
  15. Anti-Superferry Thug trying to keep Fake Police Badge
  16. Monsanto wins prize for Water Conservation
  17. Army has no plans for live fire in Makua
  18. Humane Society Hounds Pet Store Owners, Dog Breeders
  19. Burmese refugee to represent Hawaii in Washington D.C.
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Saturday, July 30, 2011
July 30, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1514 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Hawaii Federal Stimulus Funds: $650K per job
  2. Djou: Honolulu Board of Water Supply is out of control
  3. DLNR, Corps of Engineers agree on Kawainui Marsh Environmental Restoration Project
  4. Full Text: State LUC moves for dismissal of Bridge Aina Lea Suit
  5. WSJ Video: How US Debt Downgrade would affect States, Cities, Banks, Mortgage rates
  6. Abercrombie: Federal Gravy Train coming to a stop, State can cover for only a short time
  7. SA: Hanabusa is wrong to criticize State’s US Default Backup Plan
  8. Lingle: D.C. Dysfunction 'Encourages' Senate Run
  9. Djou Back in the Game?
  10. Abercrombie to face off with Angry HGEA nurses at Hilo Hospital
  11. After 25 years, Hauula Church Agrees To Stop Feeding Homeless At Aala Park
  12. Aloun Farms Slavery Trial Begins
  13. Hearings Set For Teachers' Complaint Against State
  14. ORI On The Agenda
  15. Honolulu Rail in Illegal Pact with Local Unions?
  16. Frequent-Flying Mayor Makes Japan Next Stop
  17. Officials continue to support amnesty program for illegal snakes, rodents
  18. Has Green Harvest Returned to the Big Island?
  19. Kahala post office renamed to honor Rep. Cec Heftel
  20. $29M for Hawaii electronic medical records
  21. DNA gets rape charges dismissed
  22. After 55 years, front door open at Lahaina Public Library
  23. Euro-Socialists pay Pacific Island Officials to Oppose Deep Sea Mining
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Friday, July 29, 2011
July 29, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1815 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics, World News, World Politics
  1. Default? Bankers, State pool money to keep Cash flowing to Federally Funded Cronies
  2. Kaauwai salutes Past GOP Chairs: Lingle, Kane, Morioka, Aiona, Lee
  3. Djou: Look forward to 2012
  4. Nobody told Abercrombie that UPW government workers are voting to authorize strike
  5. Abercrombie gets it wrong: There have been two UPW negotiating sessions
  6. Roll Call: Djou Eyeing Comeback
  7. Hanabusa Attacks … Abercrombie
  8. Djou: City Council should have oversight over Water Board budget
  9. Borreca: State-led development can be risky proposition (Act 55)
  10. Homeless Sweep: City promises to develop sudden interest in cleaning Sidewalks, Parks during APEC
  11. Unions Complain Bitterly about return to 50-50 on Health Care, EUTF hikes rates
  12. Hawaii County Redistricting panel won't count military, students
  13. Even Without Challenger, Carlisle Rakes In Cash
  14. Appeal: Honolulu Ignored $700 Million in Extra Rail Costs for Taxpayers
  15. Two More Board Members Resist Abercrombie
  16. State homeless Czar: Homeless Tent Cities ineffective
  17. Abercrombie Appoints Obamacare Czar
  18. Musto: Governor’s Office does not ask our opinion or advice
  19. What Degrees Native Hawaiians Are Earning
  20. Keith Rollman, Council Candidates form Recycling Company
  21. Fred Blas takes to Radio Waves in Search of Leads on Papaya Attacks
  22. Impatient with the state, man acts on his own to have log removed at Sandy Beach
  23. 78% of Hawaii Elevators have Expired Inspection Permits
  24. Kauai Airport Manager is Fired
  25. S Korean President to Koreans: Take two weeks off, but vacation in Korea, not Hawaii
  26. Horizon Lines still making a profit on Hawaii, anti-trust Fine Reduced
  27. Herkes to pitch Foreclosure Law to Western States’ Lawmakers
  28. New Law clogs System, causes temporary decline in Hawaii Foreclosures
  29. Seawater Project To Cool Honolulu High-Rises Advances
  30. Nonunion contractors group sees fast membership growth
  31. Former Hawaii official accused of wrongdoing in Washington
  32. Researchers alarmed by size of the Great Pacific Garbage Patch—But don’t find a single Plastic Bag
  33. Hillary Clinton’s Birther Queen to Stage Press Conference at Honolulu DoH Aug 8
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Thursday, July 28, 2011
July 28, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 2115 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics, World News, World Politics
  1. Oneula Burials: The Big Cover Up?
  2. Fontaine Factor Video: Cybercrime in Hawaii
  3. Featured on Glen Beck: Wallbuilders’ David Barton to speak Maui, Oahu events
  4. Governor Lingle to Speak at Grassroot Institute Fundraiser
  5. UPW: Potential Strike Right Before APEC
  6. Hawaii considers moving homeless to Giant Festering Tent City before APEC
  7. Okabe: Abercrombie is Unworthy of Unions’ Political Support
  8. ‘Crack’ in the Leadership Team? Kobayashi to hold hearing on Martin’s ORI Scandal
  9. Social Security Cuts are Honolulu Callers Top Concern
  10. Hanabusa vs Lingle or Djou?
  11. Tulsi Gabbard on Kauai campaigning for CD2
  12. Oahu County Reapportionment Council Considers counting Military Personnel
  13. Yagong vs. Kenoi for B.I. mayor?
  14. Honolulu Rail Debated in Dallas
  15. Hawaii Bankers, Politicos stand behind accused Slavers
  16. Police not Actively Working Papaya Vandalism Cases
  17. Only three of 28 honor the governor's request for resignations, Abercrombie to sic telemarketers on others
  18. SA: Released from Mental Institutions, Lunatics are now in Prisons
  19. Nuclear Freeze Leftovers: Council for a Livable World backs Hirono
  20. HECO, Castle & Cook vs First Wind: Molokai Re-bid order is Appealed
  21. The Majestic DoE: Science Proficiency drops by 6%—22% of 10th Graders Proficient
  22. DoE: From English Standard to No Standards
  23. First furlough Friday for fiscal 2011-2012 in Hawaii County
  24. State cuts $3.7M subsidy, only 30 people quit VanPool Hawaii
  25. BOH customers may be reimbursed $9M
  26. Monopoly Young Brothers Seeking 24% Rate Increase, Blames Competition
  27. Effort to Ease China-US Visa Restrictions
  28. 100s of parking Stalls to be eliminated to make way for Electric Vehicles
  29. CPB still has 6% deadbeat loans
  30. Green Propaganda films: Carbon Nation and Bag It!
  31. Aug. 8 Tribute to Chief Justice Richardson
  32. Former Arkansas superintendent to lead Catholic schools in Hawaii
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Wednesday, July 27, 2011
July 27, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1442 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Djou: East-West Center Troubles Points To Need For Bi-Partisan Delegation
  2. Featured on Glen Beck: Wallbuilders’ David Barton to speak at Hilo, Maui, Oahu events
  3. Governor Lingle to Speak at Grassroot Institute Fundraiser
  4. Local leaders step up to support Hawaii International Women’s Conference
  5. Abercrombie creates Interagency Council on Homelessness
  6. “Opportunity to be a family” Hawaii DoE Summer Schools give free breakfast and lunch to non-students
  7. Perreira: If we left it to the Governor and Legislature, things could only get worse
  8. Djou points out weakness of Single-Party Congressional Delegation
  9. Hanabusa on defense over debt, admits she is out of the loop in Congress
  10. Hanabusa Chief refuses to talk About Wu Sex Scandal
  11. Mizuno, Cabanilla: Lets Greet APEC with Giant Homeless Tent City in Kakaako
  12. Blame has no place in plan for city's sewage problem
  13. Moving 'Big Wind' Project to Maui would Make Money for Mafia-connected First Wind
  14. Panos: Solar Farm produces electricity at $200 per Watt
  15. Solar System Costs $1.8M, will produce $500K of electricity over 20 years
  16. Hawaii Pays $50K For Help In Labor Dispute
  17. After Hawaii Inmates fight with Arizona Guards, they hire lawyers to do it for them
  18. Excited Honolulu gays stiffen resolve to Openly Penetrate Military
  19. Inouye’s Central Pacific Bank Stock value drops below $50K
  20. Honolulu realtor pleads guilty to bank fraud
  21. Inouye's chief of staff, Patrick DeLeon, to retire
  22. Sierra Club Moves to intervene in D.R. Horton’s massive Ho‘opili development
  23. Leeward Bikeway: Berg Emails give Insight into Political Infighting in Ewa
  24. After 20 years of talking, a one mile long road gets built
  25. UH athletics ends year in the black; $322,000 in hand
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Tuesday, July 26, 2011
July 26, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1745 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics
  1. Rail: Ansaldo Parent Company at center of Slush Fund payoffs scandal in Italy
  2. Full Text: AARP Report Pegs Value Family Caregiving in Hawaii at $1.9 Billion
  3. Hawaii Congressional Delegation: How they voted July 25
  4. Kaiser recognized as Top Medical Home System
  5. Obama vs. Boehner on the Debt
  6. Djou: Ineffectiveness of Hawaii's One Party Rule Revealed in East-West Center Federal Funding Debacle
  7. HSTA Declares Political War on Abercrombie, Legislators
  8. Mitsunaga Money Laundered thru Schatz’ Campaign committee to pay off Schatz’ Father
  9. Aloun Farms Slavery Trial Begins
  10. ACT 221 Scammers: The action is in energy, PUC is window to our future
  11. Borreca: We’ll get it right with the Next Big Thing
  12. Alternatives to Wind: New RFP may site Renewable Energy off Molokai
  13. Cooking the Truth at the Hawaii Office of Information Practices
  14. Honolulu Water rates lower than mainland cities run by Progressives
  15. Hawaii Interagency Council on Homelessness created
  16. Fireworks injuries nonexistent in Oahu ERs
  17. Schofield Wolfhounds Host Japanese Orphans for Two Weeks
  18. Bidding closes with Four Offers for Hawaii Superferry catamarans
  19. Feds, State sponsor Million Dollar Car Giveaway
  20. University of Hawaii Execs Score $22,000 in Tickets To Their Own Games
  21. 4 Hawaii Post Offices On Potential Closure List
  22. Terming out, Councilman Pete Hoffmann will not run for Hawaii County mayor, may seek other office
  23. Hawaii Council imposes Ka’u Rezoning Moratorium
  24. County considers HR department to curb sexual harassment
  25. China Completes Record Dive near Hawaii
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Monday, July 25, 2011
July 25, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 2178 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Line up for a Mayoral Campaign? Ernie Martin, Ann Kobayashi, Milton Holt, One Ton of Cocaine, and Kamehameha Schools
  2. Alleged Eric Ryan Victims Speak out on New Website
  3. Navy Proposes Two new Historic Districts for Ewa Field
  4. MECO to seek 6.7% Rate Hike to pay for Windfarms
  5. Is Environmentalism a Religion of Peace?
  6. Hawaii DoE Cheating Scandal: Teachers blocked from Prompting Answers, Proficiency drops from 62% to 4%
  7. DoE to impose “low stakes” Teacher Evaluations
  8. Kealakehe HS changes grading policy
  9. Leading Kauai Environmentalist calls Destruction of Papayas “Self-Defense”
  10. Shapiro: Hanabusa looking like a House candidate, Hirono has never been a major player
  11. Radcliffe, Detroit Casino organize Community Front Group to push Gambling
  12. Hawaii Legislators write Secret Laws, lock them in Basement of Capitol
  13. Star-Advertiser paywall goes up next week: Mainlanders get 90% Discount
  14. Tuition up 88% at UHH
  15. Steve Case drives ANOTHER company into Bankruptcy
  16. Police Nab 62 Career Criminals
  17. Landowners owe “No duty of care” to Tourists
  18. Kauai Council plays “Hot Potato” with Vacation Rentals
  19. Maui Charity under investigation loses Website
  20. BankOH Disappoints Investors with “only” $0.74 per share earnings
  21. Hawaii Sen. holds hearing on workers' comp changes
  22. Hawaii second stop in cross-country bike ride honoring 9/11 victims
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Sunday, July 24, 2011
July 24, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1611 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Where have all the Tax Credit Advocates Gone?
  2. Berg: Time is now to stop Waimanalo Gulch Extension
  3. Vandalism at isle farms and ranches is about more than just property damage
  4. Abercrombie to offer up as many empty platitudes as it takes pretend to improve education
  5. Teacher Evaluation “Expert” Bought and Paid for By Unions
  6. 12 Big Isle public school kitchens have Health Violations
  7. 20,000 Hawaiian Electric Investors are raking in the bucks
  8. HECO Blocking Rooftop Solar
  9. Star-Adv endorses Higher Water Bills
  10. “The Rent is too Crazy”: 12,000 come out for Free Food, Medical Services at Convoy of Hope
  11. State may sell buildings, then pay developers rent
  12. Star-Advertiser Charging State 27 Percent More For Ads
  13. Akaka: Balanced budget is Death
  14. Honouliuli seeks federal park recognition
  15. More Hawaii Waters to be closed to Fishing
  16. Fontaine: Cyberwars at full throttle in Hawaii
  17. No more excuses: Kaua‘i needs a drug treatment center
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Saturday, July 23, 2011
July 23, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1696 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Hanabusa’s Chief of Staff covered for Congressman twice accused of Sex Assault
  2. Papaya attack coincides with Worldwide Week of Eco Terrorism
  3. Hawaii Personal Debt #2 in Nation
  4. PUC grants HECO $38M Rate Increase
  5. National Right To Life Compares Presidential Candidates
  6. College? Give Choice a Voice
  7. UHERO’s Bonham hits State’s Inability to Solve Education, Land Use, Transportation
  8. Case: Support Has 'Never' Come From PACs? FALSE
  9. Carlisle, Council back and forth on Sludge
  10. Maui County near Student Loan, EPA Settlements
  11. NIMBYs Oppose Drug Treatment Center on Kauai
  12. Idaho agency to Manage Hawaii HUD Programs
  13. 'You Can't Fire Your Way To Success,' Says Teacher Evaluation Expert
  14. BankOH VP Discusses Sovereignty Fraudsters’ Techniques
  15. Stupid angry criminal gets away with murder, rape and now assault?
  16. Progressives At Civil Beat team up with Eric Ryan to troll for Campaign Violations
  17. Freedom 50/50 ride comes to Hawaii Sunday
  18. Republicans force Giant Tax Cut on Airline Tickets
  19. Landed Aristocracy upset because Congress may cut their Subsidies
  20. Horner: “Sustainability” not worth $300K
  21. Medicine currently unhealthy for Queen’s
  22. Why Hawaii Housing Costs So Much
  23. Kauai Library Roof project exposes substandard construction
  24. Half-mile markers are a waste of money
  25. Feds find another Excuse to squeeze Commercial Fishermen
  26. Forest Stewardship Panel Subject to Sunshine Law
  27. Audit: Hawaii Co. Parks a Wreck
  28. Dilapidated cemetery angers Molokai family
  29. AIT to host forum on Sun Yat-sen’s experience in US
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Friday, July 22, 2011
July 22, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1675 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, World News, World Politics
  1. Military to be Disenfranchised so Meth dealer’s friend can keep Senate Seat?
  2. Scientists Overruled by Energy Industry Pressure, Proposed Wind Guidelines a Step Backwards for Wildlife
  3. Takamine’s DLIR directs money back to his Cronies in Honokaa
  4. Kaneohe Marine to receive Medal of Honor
  5. Hawaii: HSTA Has Pattern of Bad-Faith Bargaining
  6. Perreira: Working under Patronizing Abercrombie is Demoralizing
  7. Borreca: Abercrombie not doing so well engaging public, takes Credit for Lingle’s Work
  8. Abercrombie: UH Hilo will lead the state into Utopia. I am your friend….
  9. Hirono Campaign: Frustrated Case should focus on getting his own story straight
  10. Schatz Chief of Staff In Charge of Campaign Fundraiser
  11. EW Center: Hanabusa admits that she is easy to Ignore in Congress
  12. As Federal Budget Cuts Loom, East West Center President Gets A Raise
  13. Obama Presidential Library Narrowed to Chicago, Honolulu
  14. Tax Cut: Cost of flights to drop 20% at Midnight Friday as Republicans defend America against Democrat Pork, Union bill
  15. Brewbaker leaves Council of Revenues
  16. City rail tax revenues are ahead of projections
  17. Rail Projects create Debt Problem in China
  18. Honolulu Shuts Freeways Longer Than Other Cities
  19. Hawaii Needs Method to Evaluate Teacher Effectiveness, Expert Tells Lawmakers
  20. Social studies teachers claim they are at risk of losing jobs if graduation requirements change
  21. HELCO considers producing more geothermal power
  22. 210,000-fold return on Honolulu Hundred?
  23. Tongan Nautilus unit granted eastern Pacific exploration licenses
  24. Report: China building electromagnetic pulse weapons for use against U.S. carriers
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Thursday, July 21, 2011
July 21, 2011 News Release
By Andrew Walden :: 1957 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, World News, World Politics
  1. Berg: Sludge Digester sacrificed to fund Rail
  2. WhistleMan Blows It Again
  3. Finalists named to become Bishop Estate Trustee
  4. Pro-Hamas Activist joins Meth Dealer’s Friend in Effort to Disenfranchise Military
  5. Hirono, Inouye continue to Push America towards Bankruptcy
  6. Hanabusa, Hirono fail miserably, lose East-West Center Funding
  7. Honolulu Board of Water Supply considering 10 percent increase in monthly water rates
  8. Usual Assortment of Shysters, Unions, Banks, DoE Cronies, and Mainland Special Interest fill up Hirono’s Coffers
  9. Hawaii Ethics Director: Rep Mele Carroll 'Pushed' the Line on Gifts
  10. $930K Judgment: Aina Koa Pono Biofuel Crony found Liable for sex harassment firing
  11. Race to the Top: Schatz Twins United in Failure
  12. Charter School Task Force Promises Concrete Results
  13. Hawaii Ed Board Plans Neighbor Island Visits
  14. Reward offered in Big Island papaya vandalism case
  15. Hawaii County Elections Warehouse Illegally used for Business, Alcohol?
  16. Kauai Ethics complaint rejected; councilman recuses himself
  17. Haleakala Telescope Shakedown Likely Headed for Hawaii Supreme Court
  18. High schools on Hawaii’s Kauai island to play day games again this fall in gesture of Submission to Gaia
  19. Plentiful Pacific trash—BUT NO PLASTIC BAGS--'shocking' to canoe voyagers
  20. Sierra Club Preparing to Block Hoopili
  21. Proposed Big Island building codes will kill affordable housing
  22. Kauai Luddites trying to Kill Hydro Project challenge invalidation of Petition Signatures
  23. Maui Ex-officer gets fine, probation for theft
  24. Hemmings: Jimmy Pflueger - Great Businessman, Employer, Builder
  25. O’oma Accuses LUC of Incompetency in Land Revision Decision
  26. Sewage Sludge Heading Ewa Only, for Now
  27. Green Shock Troops for Pacific: UN security council to consider climate change peacekeeping
  28. Pearl Harbor skull could date to World War II
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Wednesday, July 20, 2011
July 20, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1649 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. DoE hasn’t met Race To The Top Standards, but will apply for another grant
  2. Boylan: Ernie Martin open to run for Mayor
  3. Big Island Marine killed in Afghanistan
  4. VIDEO: Nonaka Squares off with Power Hungry Politicians seeking to disenfranchise Military personnel
  5. Eco-Terrorism? Puna papaya farms attacked, one year after mass vandalism
  6. Animal Liberation Nuts whine about Hawaii Fish Farms
  7. Protest by one of two losing city rail car contract bidders tossed out
  8. Star-Adv sues HPD for release of 911 Tapes
  9. Leadership Camp Helping Hawaii's Kids Bring Out the Winner in Them
  10. Larry Price: Teachers Union Gaining Strength
  11. Agenda 2012: OIP Will Seek Clarification of its Authority from Legislature
  12. Hawaii School Bus Fares Go Up, Some Meals, Too
  13. OHA Operatives continue seeking Ways to Shake Down Haleakala Telescope
  14. City councilman defends firing of chief of staff
  15. After Kauai Charter Commission kills proposal to move to County Manager-based Government, Politicians consider making it Permanent
  16. Judge sides with Sierra Club against Koa Ridge development
  17. Maui TEA Party Leader: State retirement system is a Ponzi scheme
  18. After Years of Bureaucracy Getting in the Way, Kauai's Kilauea River, Wailapa Stream Clean-Up Completed
  19. Hawaii Radio Station giving away free Breast Implants
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Tuesday, July 19, 2011
July 19, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1760 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. One more chance to see Space Shuttle from Hawaii
  2. Hokulia Bypass Case Appealed to US Supreme Court
  3. Calif. Supreme Court: EIS can be required for Plastic Bag Ban in Large Jurisdictions
  4. Hawaii Congressional Delegation: How They Voted July 18
  5. Country-Western Singer Lee Greenwood to Headline Hawaii GOP Fundraiser
  6. Study looks at Perceptions of Child Abuse and Neglect in Hawaii
  7. City Files Rail Lawsuit Response
  8. HSTA Files Motion for Injunction, demands Return to Old Contract Terms
  9. Slom: New Tax Law Sending Shockwaves Through Hawaii Business Community
  10. Abercrombie Cronies line pockets with HECO Project
  11. Hirono Unable to Function in Bi-Partisan Environment
  12. Law protects violence victims in the workplace
  13. Dopers Celebrate: “Hawaii Teachers Fend Off Random Drug Testing”
  14. Private Schools, Businesses saving Public Schools from DoE
  15. ORI’s HUD Compliance Plan kept from Public
  16. Don’t like your lawmaker? Draw your own boundaries
  17. Hawaii County to continue with Parts of Unconstitutional ‘Clean’ Elections Program
  18. Abercrombie given only Two names for Big Isle UH Regent
  19. Is HART Board Member's Link to Biggest Rail Landowner a Conflict?
  20. Sen Hemmings: True Energy Independence for Hawaii
  21. OHA Operatives peck away at Haleakala Telescope, seeking Baksheesh
  22. Trask: Geothermal energy can benefit me and OHA
  23. Alexander & Baldwin and KIUC Announce Largest Solar Facility on Kauai
  24. Task Force Member wants to Keep Lobbying Legislature
  25. Unity House Sells Lotus Hotel
  26. Borders Forced to Liquidate, Close All Stores
  27. Bank of Hawaii settles debit-card-fee lawsuit for $9 million
  28. Eric Ryan decides that Tom Berg is a crook, too
  29. 12 Illegal Animals Seized In 2 Weeks
  30. Harbor Police temporarily unarmed
  31. Sentencing delayed for swindling inmate
  32. From Russia, a leftist Conspiracy Theory ties Obama to CIA and Honolulu Ponzi Schemer Ron Rewald
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Monday, July 18, 2011
July 18, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1391 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Convicted Cocaine Dealer replaces Advertiser columnist as Ernie Martin’s Campaign Treasurer
  2. Sovereignty Mortgage Scammer Keanu Sai at it again with help from Legislators, Maui Council, University
  3. Senate Race: Hanabusa sees Remake of 2002 Gubernatorial Election
  4. Rep. Faleomavaega's Kazakh Connection finally makes news in Samoa
  5. Hawaii’s Future? Abandoned Solar Farms Clutter California Desert
  6. Query Results of Targeted Tax Credits
  7. Malama Solomon wants to disenfranchise military so she doesn’t have to face Lorraine Inouye in 2012 State Senate race
  8. Warning to HSTA: Stiffen your resolve against accountability because cheating is difficult with online testing
  9. Survey: Locating a doctor who takes Medicaid proves difficult in isles
  10. Abercrombie loosens qualifications for Adult Caregivers
  11. SA: Task force must define sheriffs' role
  12. Obama threatens Military Pay unless taxes raised and debt expanded
  13. Abercrombie’s GE Tax Hike hurts local companies, farmers that supply federal clients--could benefit mainland firms
  14. Hydro Plans for an Island Paradise: Hawaii co-op exploring new projects
  15. Charter School Task Force to hold first meeting at Hawaii Capitol this week
  16. Herkes: 'Flaws' in Act 48 are actually teeth to protect homeowners
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Sunday, July 17, 2011
July 17, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1851 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, World News, World Politics
  1. Ms. Lingle goes to Washington -- so is a decision imminent?
  2. Rep Keith-Agaran: ‘Qualified’ Hawaiians are Politically distinct
  3. Homeless Inundate Convention Center: Abercrombie has No Plan to remove them before APEC
  4. As DoE Failure becomes more and more evident, Mazie Hirono asks Feds to stop Measuring
  5. SA: If HSTA wins, prospects for fiscal sanity are bleak
  6. Ratepayers Beware: Green Energy Scammers trying to take over Hawaiian Electric
  7. Berg Fires Chief of Staff Eric Ryan Amid Attacks on State Rep
  8. City waits to increase sludge runs
  9. Hawaii has 235 new laws compared to 3,224 bills introduced
  10. Wave of change rolls into Wahiawa
  11. Motorcycle ride raises funds for law enforcement memorial
  12. Want Some Land? State has $4.5M available to buy it for you
  13. Unions aiming to control workers place a bull's-eye on Target
  14. 'Roseanne' paints Hawaii in a strange, surreal light
  15. Old cellphones to benefit troops
  16. An Awakening: Youth Revive Japan's Dying Church
  17. Trinidad Minister of Foreign Affairs got Ph&D from Hawaii Diploma Mill
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Saturday, July 16, 2011
July 16, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 928 Views :: Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. School-by-School Annual Yearly Progress — How did your school do?
  2. Analysis: Hawaii Democratic Tent not Broad, voter satisfaction can shift quickly
  3. Response to Star-Advertiser: Rail Opponents list Alternative Traffic Solutions
  4. PUC Requires HECO to Reopen Molokai Windfarm Bidding
  5. PUC re-bid order should bring halt to Wind Development on Molokai
  6. Guam WW2 Claims Bill criticized for Over-criminalization
  7. Governor Lingle to Speak at Grassroot Institute Fundraiser
  8. Lingle in D.C.
  9. Old Boy Money Behind Hanabusa
  10. Abercrombie attending Governors’ Conference
  11. Just in time to give it to the unions: Brewbaker suddenly admits the State’s Economic Recovery is stronger than claimed
  12. OTEC Doesn’t Work Anywhere, but Star-Advertiser want to give it Tax Credits
  13. ACLU Keeping Homeless Woman on Streets
  14. Slavery Trial Begins in Two Weeks
  15. Stadium repair funding’s future matter of debate
  16. Hilton gets EIS OK for $760M Oahu expansion
  17. Diocese of Honolulu tackles affordable housing project
  18. City Begins Acquiring Rail Route Real Estate
  19. Magoon Parcel: City botches Redevelopment of Waikiki for 13 years
  20. Abercrombie signs Proclamation for Gay Bar Owner
  21. City Files Request To Keep Landfill Open
  22. China to send Sub to bottom of Ocean near Hawaii Rare Earths Deposits
  23. NYT: No Matter How Debt Debate Ends, Governors See More Cuts for States
  24. LAT: GOP bill would shift bullet train money to Midwest flood relief
  25. AARP alarmed at Obama’s threat to Cut off Social Security
  26. HUMOR
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Friday, July 15, 2011
July 15, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1999 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics, World News, World Politics
  1. Despite high costs, Hawaii Medicaid Spending ranks 41st in Nation
  2. Berg: Restore Funding for Sand Island Wastewater Treatment
  3. Hanalani School Returns Home with Second International Botball Tournament Win
  4. Ewa Field Battlefield Survey Report released by Navy
  5. Hirono bests Case in raising contributions for Senate run
  6. City rail plan taking longer to build than Great Pyramid
  7. Hawaii Country strikes 2-year deal with HGEA, furloughs continue
  8. Jobless recovery persists in Hawaii
  9. Neighborhood Board Figure Accused Of Fraud, Elder abuse
  10. SA: Sex-Abuse Suits should be allowed against Catholic Church, but not the State
  11. Bus Stop Moved To Avoid Homeless Woman's Smell
  12. Mafia Wind: State signs off on North Shore wind farm plans
  13. Navy meeting on Kalaeloa to discuss proposal to develop solar power project
  14. CSAO: Scam Potential in some Charter Management Organizations
  15. Hawaii Judges Financial Disclosures Posted Online for first time ever
  16. Panel to consider placing sheriffs in their own state department
  17. Law Allows Public-Private Partnerships At State Properties
  18. Hawai‘i foreclosures decline 66% during June, Judicial Foreclosures nearly double
  19. 9th Circuit orders Pacific Beach Hotel to Bargain with Union
  20. Local farmers divided on food safety program
  21. CDC: Hawaiians Die, Too -- But Less Often
  22. County denies culpability in blowhole incident
  23. High Speed Misery: for Both Superferries & U.S. Taxpayers Alike
  24. Canadian Officials don’t want Hawaii Meth Dealer in their Prison
  25. Victim of the great garbage patch: Turtle is just one of thousands left deformed or dead by Pacific Ocean plastic—but not plastic bags
  26. Roseanne's Nuts: Say hello to the second-worst show on television
  27. Avoiding Cheating Scandal, Atlanta Sup’t of Schools Hides in Maui
  28. Peter Thiel Buys Maui Home For a Record $27 Million
  29. Inouye Knew about N Korean Abductions of Japanese 30 years ago
  30. Ceremony at Schofield Barracks marks the end of the Iraq mission for the post’s 2nd Brigade Combat Team
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Thursday, July 14, 2011
July 14, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1622 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. NYT: Book Challenges Obama on Mother’s Deathbed Fight
  2. Abercrombie adds 10 more HGEA positions
  3. Supreme Court Offers Free Divorce Law Program on July 14
  4. HSTA to Abercrombie: Don’t turn your back on a friend
  5. Just in time to give it to the Unions: Hawaii 2011 Tax Revenues Higher Than Expected
  6. Commission refuses to Disenfranchise Military -- stands by controversial redistricting data
  7. Maui, Hawaii County Reapportionment Advisory Councils Reject Lawsuit over Military
  8. Hirono raises $300K for Senate Run
  9. Hirono opposes effort to allow States more local control over Federal Education Funds
  10. Dallas News: Just what Honolulu needs: 20 miles of elevated train track
  11. China gives Eased Access only to Obama-connected States
  12. Hawaii most expensive State to own a Car
  13. Ratepayers to fork out 2% of bill for Hawaii Clean Energy Subsidies
  14. While Hawaii’s Shipping Prices Increase Sharply, U.S. Shipping Market Sees Costs Plunge
  15. Liquor Commissioner Arrested, Charged for Bribery
  16. Hawaii to hire 10 agriculture inspectors
  17. $8M Ponzi scheme leader sentenced to 12 years
  18. Pacific Office Compliance Plan Accepted by NYSE Amex
  19. State Board Gives Nod To New Aloha Tower Marketplace Deal
  20. Hawaii approves 3-year contract with CCA
  21. WHT Helps Devalue Queen Liliuokalani Trust
  22. CB: Hawaii Legislature Needs to Give Records Office a Backbone
  23. CB: Few Cities Track Police Crimes, Honolulu Included
  24. Kauai Luddites fail in Second Effort to Kill Hydro Projects
  25. Mega solar farm in Kekaha approved
  26. 1000 Solar Panels save $300/day from Electric Bill
  27. Enforcers on hunt for bottomfish poachers
  28. Rollman vs Ryan Part …?
  29. Rosanne Barr show endangers Hawaii Tourism, Mac Nut Industry
  30. 1996: America Defends Marriage against Broken Trust Hawaii Supreme Court
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Wednesday, July 13, 2011
July 13, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1386 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Abercrombie announces final vetoes, 14 bills become law
  2. Democrat push to disenfranchise Military fails to gain support of Hawaii, Maui Advisory Councils
  3. HI Gov. Abercrombie signs health law some saw as threatening Prepaid Act
  4. Hawaii Lawmakers Got Free Tickets from Ko Olina, Mitsunaga to Governor's Inaugural Ball
  5. Abercrombie’s HSTA Contract: Teachers' drug tests limited
  6. Sovereignty Scammers Arrested, One Held because no drug rehab space available
  7. Abercrombie agrees to pay losing bidders
  8. Third Appointee Resigns At Abercrombie's Request
  9. Rail Lobby sighs with relief as Agencies Decline to Cut Bond Ratings
  10. Bus fare hike on school board agenda
  11. In spite of all the talk, Hawaii in bottom 25% for so-called Green Jobs
  12. Attorney: Nobody in their right mind will use new isle foreclosure law
  13. Abercrombie Admin refuses to disclose details of $40,000 Renovation of Governor’s Mansion
  14. SA: Open the books on wind-energy plans
  15. CB: OIP is a Paper Tiger
  16. Homelessness Industry Thrilled as Abercrombie Policy pushes Homeless into Chinatown
  17. Defense Lawyers Dispute Prosecutor Kaneshiro
  18. Police Chief: Some Cyber Criminals Not Very Smart
  19. Can shipping containers help solve our homeless problem?
  20. Affordable Senior Housing 47% Vacant In Ewa
  21. Clayton Hee thinking about intervening in Hoopili Docket
  22. Anti-Superferry Protester Lance Holter Cries because Hanabusa fails to Shut down US Oil Drilling
  23. Obama threatens to cut off Veterans healthcare unless nation continues mortgaging itself to Saudi Arabia, China
  24. Suspected Murderer, Fraudster Moving to Hawaii?
  25. WSJ: Cerberus keeps grip on Kyo-ya, Royal Hawaiian
  26. Target set to open new store in Hilo
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Wednesday, July 13, 2011
July, 2011 Letters to the Editor
By Letters to the Editor :: 606 Views
  1. Convicted Felon Keanu Sai is the source
  2. Save Kalaeloa from KREP July 19
  3. Dearest DOE: Not Just Any Substitute Teacher
  4. Biofuels could Lead to Economic Self-Sufficiency for Hawaii if Government would Get Out Of The Way
  5. Hawaii County Resolution 60-11 Development Moratorium
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Tuesday, July 12, 2011
July 12, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1588 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Abercrombie Admin. claims HSTA Negotiators Agreed to Terms, Releases Full Text of Contract Changes
  2. Thielen: Environmental Assessment required to truck Sludge from Sand Island to Kailua
  3. Hawaii Next? Civil Union Laws Can Spell End of Child Welfare Services for Faith-based Groups
  4. Democrats call disenfranchisement of Military Personnel “Fair, equitable representation”
  5. A Singular Woman: Obama lied about Cancer-Stricken Mother not having Health Insurance
  6. For me but not for thee: Punahou Obama praises school choice
  7. Hawaii Congressional Delegation: How they voted July 11
  8. Police, Prosecutors to discuss Cybercrime at Capitol
  9. As veto deadline looms, Abercrombie signs Eleven Bills into Law
  10. Voting Rights: Democrats may sue to block Military Personnel from Reapportionment Count
  11. Abercrombie Energy Plan: Cancelled, inoperative, ignored
  12. Rep Mele Carroll: Free iPad from Clinton Movie Mogul Cronies was “sign that the studio cares about Hawaii”
  13. Clock Ticking on Labor Board decision on HSTA Contract
  14. Alleged Fraudsters to benefit from Carlisle’s New Towing Contract?
  15. Judge rejects “nonsensical” documents filed in Maui sovereignty scam case
  16. Act 221 Scammers: OHA’s Geo Project to run cable from Big Island to Oahu
  17. In the Shadow of the Train, Landowners Stand to Gain—but DR Horton has “Plan B” just in case….
  18. Kailua lawmaker is trying to fend off sewage
  19. Hawaii: Gays to get Civil union certificates faster than Straights
  20. 4 HPD Officers to Face Charges in Overtime Investigation
  21. Kaneshiro dumps plea bargains, sends more cases to Court
  22. Maui Democrat Netra Halperin just thrilled about Abercrombie’s plan to let lots and lots of criminals loose
  23. Suspected Murderer coming to Hawaii
  24. Defeated at the Polls, Luddites try another trick to Kill Kauai Hydro Projects
  25. Investigative Report on Condition of Breached Ka Loko Dam is Released
  26. Rep. Hanabusa joins Defense Energy Security Caucus
  27. 325,000 “Green” Cars in next 19 years
  28. Star-Advertiser leaks Tom Berg Emails to Civil Beat
  29. Eric Ryan: Monkey see, Monkey do
  30. HSDC seeking input on $13M earmarked for VC funding
  31. End of space shuttle creates opening for Hawaii
  32. Hawaii, 8 other States support Sprint against ATT/T-Mobile Merger
  33. Thought Control: Bill signed into Hawaii law banning word “retarded”
  34. No Fines, Citations Issued For Illegal Pet Owners
  35. The Emigrants Return
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Monday, July 11, 2011
July 11, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1618 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Hawaii Lawmakers: Quit Finding Excuses for More Tax Increases
  2. Honolulu: Mega Rail Project in a Micro City
  3. Barack Sr. so repulsive, even Abercrombie thought he was Arrogant
  4. SA: Hawaiians not tribal, State Akaka Tribe is not a Tribe, Many Hawaiians will not be “Qualified”
  5. Six Felons Walk: Kauai judge lets Sex offenders, dope dealers avoid Prison under Abercrombie Plan
  6. Abercrombie’s plan to let criminals loose to face tough questions from Legislators, Constituents
  7. Abercrombie Veto Could shield State from responsibility for Pedophile employees
  8. Hirono, Hanabusa, still stuck in DC
  9. More Lingle Appointees just say no to Abercrombie
  10. Hawaii Lawmakers Accept More Than $137,000 in Gifts
  11. Low CIP Threshold to blame for lack of Maintenance Statewide
  12. Conflict has appointee refusing charter panel seat
  13. EUTF board questions lack of minutes, adequacy of staffing, selection of vendor
  14. City to use 1 tow firm for all of Oahu streets
  15. Big Wind Blows Hard in Star-Advertiser
  16. Army discusses future of Pohakuloa
  17. New Hawaii Law Seeks to Restore Coverage for Construction Defect Claims
  18. Ten Years Later: Kidnapped Girl Escapes from Hawaii Felon
  19. Judge allowing Kidnapping, Murder suspect to visit girlfriend in Hawaii
  20. Allegiant: Fresno a likely candidate for direct flight to Hawaii
  21. Tears flow as Foodland Hawaii Kai bids farewell after 47 years in business
  22. New Hawaii Law Seeks to Restore Coverage for Construction Defect Claims
  23. Auction Notice: Offer for Public Sale of Two High Speed Vessels
  24. Industry throws Cold Water on Seabed Rare Earths Potential
  25. Our Cooling Globe: Montana ultra-marathon race cancelled due to July snow
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Sunday, July 10, 2011
July 10, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1515 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Featured on Glen Beck: Wallbuilders’ David Barton to speak at Hilo, Maui, Oahu events
  2. Update: Elwin Ahu decides not to run for US Senate
  3. Fear of Lingle: Inouye’s Borreca demands Akaka Quit Senate Now
  4. Cataluna: Abercrombie's attitude goes from mellow to mean
  5. HSTA Contract Conflict could Cost State $75M Race To The Top money
  6. HSTA Contract: Legislators consider Special Session while Abercrombie paddles away in Canoe
  7. HSTA demands HLRB invalidate State Budget, Claims budget must be negotiated with Unions
  8. UPW strike could ruin APEC
  9. Hawaii Bottle Tax may increase
  10. PUC grants request in review of HECO plan to charge customers for study
  11. Number of Native Hawaiian UH Students Doubles in 4 years
  12. Abercrombie grows Herb at Governor’s Mansion
  13. Will Abercrombie Cronies cost the State its Federal Historic Preservation Money?
  14. Maui Bus Shelters $150K each
  15. Molokai veterans center suit may proceed
  16. Plan to transport raw sewage draws criticism
  17. $5,000 cap should boost small claims court's load
  18. Hui revives plan to get electricity from water
  19. Memorial service honors veteran and Navy League organizer Harold Estes
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Saturday, July 09, 2011
July 9, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1392 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Soak the rich: 26,000 Hawaii residents hit with $40M/year in new taxes
  2. HUD giving away $50K to Hawaii Mortgage deadbeats: Deadline for free money is July 22
  3. Abercrombie seeks applicants to roll Hawaiians
  4. Abercrombie signs 16 bills into law
  5. Berg: Makaha Town Meeting July 12
  6. HSTA files labor challenge against Abercrombie and BOE
  7. HSTA strikes out against 180-day law
  8. Wife of Congressman in Prison as Honolulu Council seeks alternative to Bribery-Tainted Sludge Processor
  9. Democracy smashes Luddites: KIUC members affirm Free Flow contract
  10. Abercrombie snags second Resignation
  11. Bill waiving environmental regulations for border security would cover all of Hawaii
  12. Con Man Strikes Again while on Parole — Bilks Elderly Victim of $682,000
  13. Hawaii lawmaker to introduce "Caylee's Law"
  14. Hawaii's first Convoy of Hope event brings free services, food and compassion
  15. Electric customers could get a financing break with new law
  16. $10B solution for Hawaii Electricity
  17. SA: Build Waikiki Park only if Homeless are blocked
  18. Dope Doctor claims he was coerced into guilty plea
  19. 'Extinct' plant found on Big Island
  20. Robots to remove ordnance from Hawaii sea floor
  21. Why the federal-hiring system is broken
  22. Space Station, Shuttle visible from Hawaii starting at 7:15pm
  23. Hawaii soldiers awarded the Presidential Unit Citation emblem
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Friday, July 08, 2011
July 8, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1220 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Immigration Records: Obama was to have been put up for Adoption at Honolulu Salvation Army Home
  2. Council Reorganization makes Kobayashi guardian of Ernie Martin’s Secrets
  3. Abercrombie appoints officials to DoH, DoT
  4. Listeria: Calvin Say’s Bentos Being Recalled from 7-11 Stores Statewide
  5. Hawaii Spending Growing at Nearly Four Times National Average
  6. Hawaiian “Haves” vs “Have-nots” take opposite sides on so-called Hawaiian Recognition Bill
  7. Labor's ally becomes its potent adversary
  8. Cayetano on 2001 HSTA Strike
  9. Accountability: Only 6 DoE Teachers fired in 2 years
  10. DoE Cronies are using Social Studies cuts to attack STEM Education
  11. SA: Elder care needs better oversight
  12. Legalistic homeless move back to Ala Wai Canal
  13. Buddhist front group for Watabe Wedding Corp Exposed
  14. City Starts Work on Revised General Plan
  15. Excellent News: Bag ban bill trashed again
  16. OHA operatives who once fought it are now pushing Geothermal
  17. Guam projects put in doubt
  18. More Federal Funds? Hawaii will feel the sting if federal government defaults
  19. Teachers Union To File Legal Challenge This Week
  20. Democrat Caucus Meets decides not to call Special Session
  21. Cab heist suspect violated probation multiple times, was still out on street
  22. Hawaii's crystal meth use lowest since 2004
  23. UH Manoa Earns Maximum Reaccreditation
  24. Kauai man waited 10 years for boating permit—still waiting
  25. Honolulu among most expensive parking spots
  26. Allegiant plans to fly to Hawaii by summer 2012
  27. Debris from Japanese tsunami drifting east toward Hawaii
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Thursday, July 07, 2011
July 7, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1034 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Sources: Democrats scheming to plant candidate in Republican Senate Primary
  2. New Report: Hawaii is Fifth Least Obese State in the Nation
  3. Rep Pine: “If you have been a victim of internet crime, I want to help”
  4. Abercrombie signs bill to tighten OHA trustees’ grip on Native Hawaiians
  5. July 7, 1898: Hawaii Republic Annexed by USA
  6. July 7, 1935: Moscow orders first Communists to Hawaii
  7. Public Teachers' Contract A Private Affair?
  8. Shapiro: Abercrombie-imposed HSTA contract does not address 180 day law, RTTT
  9. Wind Developer: Public Input is Noise, Time is a Nemesis
  10. Council Reorganization makes Kobayashi guardian of Ernie Martin’s Secrets
  11. City Rents Downtown Office Space for Rail at $1.4 Million a Year
  12. $2B Honolulu Sludge Resolution
  13. Federal Highways Rep: City and State Need to Play Nice
  14. After getting $140M from Abercrombie, Dante Carpenter tries to take over Hawaii County Garbage
  15. Farms Under EEOC Scrutiny in Hawaii and Washington Receive Federal Aid
  16. 'First Step' to a Native Hawaiian Governing Entity – or Dan Akaka’s Swan-Song
  17. UK Guardian: The 'Akaka bill' is a US colonial device to ratify the robbery of the Kanaka Maoli people's rights
  18. Scholar Criticizes Census Portrait of Native Hawaiians
  19. Tammy Duckworth Running in Newly Drawn 8th District of Illinois
  20. Secretive Student Caucus selects UH Regents
  21. Legislators resist tough on crime measures to help Abercrombie let criminals out of prison
  22. Getting Hawaii’s Homeless Military Population Off the Street
  23. Blas denies outside influence as Kona-side media plots revenge
  24. Expedition To Pacific Garbage Patch Gets Underway—no mention of Plastic Bags
  25. New geothermal production in Hawaii to be discussed during meeting at Hawaii Capitol
  26. DLIR Harassing Contractors over minor Electrical, Plumbing Work
  27. State to expand online filing system for unemployment claims
  28. Family of gay US soldier Andrew Wilfahrt fight for equality at home
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Wednesday, July 06, 2011
July 6, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1194 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Hawaii Congressional Delegation: How they voted July 5th
  2. Abercrombie Administration: State homeless plan on track
  3. Quash Private Agendas For Public Good
  4. Mufi to Neil: “Too bad”
  5. Shapiro to HSTA: “Go on strike”
  6. Martin, Anderson: HART power struggle not about money
  7. Could Teacher Contract Talks Affect Race to Top?
  8. Amazing: Stop feeding Homeless in Parks and 125 move to Shelters
  9. State receiving millions in education money
  10. Letter from Lanai: The Governor and Big Wind
  11. Hawaiian group to protest Native Hawaiian bill signing
  12. Freddie Mac moves its Hawaii foreclosures into courts following state overhaul
  13. Hawaii School Bus Fares Could Rise Again
  14. Accused Human Trafficker Goes on the Record
  15. Seed Growers debunk Critics
  16. Drop in fire calls but has fun gone out of 4th?
  17. Honolulu: Mega Rail Project in a Micro City
  18. Hawaii Includes all in Census Counts: Reapportionment Commission vote affirms U. S. Census Rules
  19. Mineral-rich ocean mud stirs environmental fears (surprise, surprise)
  20. Aina Koa Pono signs contract with AECOM for biofuels plant
  21. EPA has “significant concerns” about Hu Honua Permit
  22. Boa Constrictor may have given birth while on the loose in Wahiawa
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Tuesday, July 05, 2011
July 5, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1189 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics
  1. New laws which take effect July 1
  2. Abercrombie signs six more bills into Law
  3. Abercrombie creates huge opening: Will GOP step up?
  4. HART Budget sets up 1 year tap dance with Council
  5. Spending to promote Hawaii tourism cut
  6. Will Budget cuts Sink Pearl Harbor Modernization?
  7. HSTA Rep: Abercrombie Failed to Bargain In 'Good Faith'
  8. Star-Advertiser cries over defeat of Obama’s Medical Snooping
  9. SA: Charter school independence must come with accountability
  10. Rescuing dropouts from the DoE
  11. Gay-Atheists fail to trick Gabbard into running for US Senate
  12. No Crime Stats Kept on Honolulu Police Officers
  13. Andrea’s Law requires Murderers to Register
  14. Abercrombie to sign State Indian Tribe Bill
  15. Mainland Luddites thrilled at Abercrombie intent-to-veto of Fish Farming Bill
  16. Roz Baker to reminisce about her days as Teachers’ Union operative
  17. Futility Defined: After fencing off forest, pigs reinvade
  18. Tocqueville on bureaucracy
  19. Obama’s Economists: ‘Stimulus’ Cost $278,000 per Job, now is causing job loss
  20. Rare earth metals abundant in deep-sea mud
  21. Honolulu Weekly: Why we can’t ditch nukes and coal
  22. Asia pollution is latest excuse for global cooling
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Monday, July 04, 2011
July 4, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 786 Views :: Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics
  1. Abercrombie’s HSTA contract says nothing about 180-day law, RTTT
  2. Four of a Kind: UPW, UHPA get big Fat Pay Raise—and HSTA suit could give one to HGEA
  3. TEA Party to join July 4 Parades in Kailua, Makawao, Hilo, Kona
  4. 4th of July celebration as Schofield turns 40
  5. Abercrombie signs six more bills into Law
  6. Union leaders “frustrated” with Abercrombie, HSTA prepares to sue
  7. More than Half of Lingle Appointees Won't Resign
  8. AP: Annual 'Hawaii Pork Report' cites wasteful spending in Hawaii governments
  9. Sexual Abuse goes unpunished at Hawaii's care homes
  10. Gaia vs America: Eco faddists now claim Fireworks pollute ocean
  11. Battle Looms Over Huge Rare Minerals Haul off Hawaii
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Sunday, July 03, 2011
July 3, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 3702 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. TEA Party to join July 4 Parades in Kailua, Makawao, Hilo, Kona
  2. MISSION HOUSES MUSEUM JULY FOURTH WEEKEND PA`INA
  3. Calles: Rational Decision for Developers -- to not work in Hawaii
  4. AFP: Hawaii's Citizens Weigh Cost of Living versus Cost of Leaving
  5. Say thanks to military, and know that training here is vital to freedom
  6. Star-Advertiser: July 4th is all about gay marriage, men wearing dresses, legal dope, and abortion
  7. UPW gets Big Fat Pay Raise July 1
  8. UHPA Profs getting 6.7% Raise today, 3% more soon
  9. KS, Stone, DHHL all continue to point fingers over Collapse of Makaha Deal
  10. Abercrombie signature will allow Gay Activists to team up with School Bullies
  11. ACLU: Hands off APEC Rioters
  12. Kauai residents continue to suffer with plastic-bag ban in place
  13. Hawaii State Inspectors sanction Nursing Homes at lowest rate in Nation
  14. Chinese tourism cycle where Japanese Tourism cycle was 25 years ago
  15. SA: More Visa offices needed in China
  16. Higher Court Fees to Line NHLC Pockets
  17. New Foreclosure Law means lots of houses sitting empty
  18. Wind Power forces MECO to snoop on your home electricity usage
  19. Officials aim to collect DHHL taxes
  20. CITY OPENS OFFICE OF HOUSING
  21. Kauai: $28K project costs $338K
  22. Strengthening Hawaii’s lobbyist registration and disclosure law
  23. Early signs UH athletics turning financial corner
  24. Volunteers help church emerge
  25. Gay Rapist, child molester gets another prison term
  26. Hawaii sea bottom holds treasure trove of rare-earth elements
  27. Opihi finding shows Hawaii ‘not an evolutionary dead end for marine life’
  28. Hawaii among world’s most shark-infested waters
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Saturday, July 02, 2011
July 2, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1325 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Abercrombie: HSTA Negotiators agreed to Contract
  2. GOP’s Nonaka Launches Political Consulting Firm
  3. Americans for Prosperity Hawaii Chapter Forms
  4. Insights: Molokai, Lanai leaders debate Big Wind
  5. TEA Party to join July 4 Parades in Kailua, Makawao, Hilo, Kona
  6. Kamehameha on Makaha: “Its time for us to move on”
  7. Furloughs End, But UPW takes a furlough day anyway and gets it as a paid day off
  8. Teachers union says it will challenge forced contract, then fails to do so
  9. HART, Carlisle Won’t Sue Over Rail Budget
  10. State Begins Fixing Building Vacant For 9 Years
  11. Hawaii Co Budget Problems ‘solved’ by skipping Pension Contribution
  12. Private operation of Hilo sort station to be aired at council
  13. Both sides file briefs in TMT case
  14. Law will streamline Land Court by de-registering time shares
  15. University of Hawaii Board of Regents names new members
  16. UH Athletics might turn profit cash-flow positive this year
  17. Senate Bill 1520 intended to facilitate Akaka Bill
  18. Hawaiian Telcom Commences Staged Launch of TV Service on Oahu
  19. Errors Occur in 12% of Electronic Drug Prescriptions Matching Handwritten
  20. FOX News Profiles Hawaii Reporter
  21. Civil Beat Marks July 4th by Re-writing Declaration of Independence
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Friday, July 01, 2011
July 1, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1432 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics
  1. TEA Party to join July 4 Parades in Kailua, Makawao, Hilo, Kona
  2. Sumitomo: Ready to go all the way with Rail Contract Protest
  3. Hawaii Meth Survey Shows Significant Shifts in Attitudes
  4. 4th of July celebration as Schofield turns 40
  5. Gaza Flotilla Roster Portends Another Violent Clash
  6. Martin announces new Honolulu Council Committees
  7. New rail board will not sue City Council over budget
  8. HSTA Leader has been out of town for Days, strike vote awaits his return
  9. DoE imposes 9 Furlough Days on Teachers
  10. Hawaii County wants 13 HGEA Furlough Days
  11. Frustrated teachers give their union a failing grade
  12. 2001 Redux: Hirono backs Teachers Strike against Abercrombie
  13. Hee: Legislature forms Abercrombie Cheerleading Team
  14. Nurse: Do not Fear State Retaliation
  15. Arizona, Texas, Hawaii all rejecting Gulen Cult Schools
  16. The Unbearably Smug Soetoro-Ng pushes Social(ist) Studies
  17. Hawaii Regulator Orders Homeowners Insurers to File New Rates
  18. Hawaii is #5 destination for International Visitors to US
  19. Hawaiian Now Controls 83% of Inter-Island Market
  20. What are Hawaii's most expensive construction projects?
  21. Albertini: Abercrombie pimping Hawaii’s economic future to the U.S. military
  22. Independence Day in Kailua and 4th of July Firework Fundraising in High Gear
  23. SA: Amend Unconstitutional Big Isle election project
  24. Herkes: Act 48 - What's it all about?
  25. Arakawa: SMA Law Needed For Sake of Free Enterprise
  26. Waiawa corrections officer blames staffing shortage for escape of four inmates
  27. Church honors Blessed Mother Marianne Cope
  28. VIDEO: Hawaii County budget veto override fails
  29. Reapportionment Software to be Demonstrated
  30. Eco-Cultists starving Turtle-hungry Natives 
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Thursday, June 30, 2011
June 30, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1357 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Big Wind to be debated on PBS Insights Thursday
  2. Abercrombie imposes new contract terms for HSTA, UPW
  3. Hawaii Debt, obligations $25K per Taxpayer—4th highest in nation
  4. Study: Rich or Poor, Hawaii DoE Fails everyone more Equally than Most
  5. Teachers furious over union busting by Abercrombie
  6. April, 2001: HSTA rejects 14% Pay hike, goes on strike
  7. Most Union Paychecks Down Next Week; Some Will Rise
  8. UH Hilo Chancellor paid $284,000 for absolutely nothing, takes $187K sinecure
  9. Honolulu Unemployment rate increases
  10. Resignation Resistance Climbs to 13
  11. Green Energy: Rep Denny Coffman (D-Kona) fingered for sabotaging HB1520
  12. Inouye takes hard-line position on cuts, demands we borrow more money from China, Saudi Arabia
  13. Homeless move back in after Sweeps
  14. Pono Chong, Blake Oshiro meet with Obama, bullying activists, to discuss next gay move on your kids
  15. Hawaii Transsexual leader is “Pro-pimp”
  16. Hawaii Muslim Gay Rapist and Pimp moves to Alaska—Gets Life Sentence on top of 28 years
  17. Remembrance set for man who helped bring the Missouri and Bowfin here
  18. State to Blame for Ka Loko Dam Failure, Not Jimmy Pflueger, Advertisement Claims
  19. Charter school agency taps McKeague as chief
  20. UH Research a Story of Progress and Potential
  21. Kauai utility gets hydro support
  22. Brokerage may buy back Maui’s dormant Student Loan securities
  23. Supreme Court decision appears to nullify a campaign funding project here
  24. Broadband: Star-Advertiser gives commentary space for Commercial Advertisement by Former State Employee
  25. Hawaii Judiciary: We Can't Handle Foreclosure Flood
  26. Suit: Hawaii PD Officer stood by during attack
  27. Hawaii has 4th cleanest beach water, 2nd most beach closures
  28. Hilo is One stop to Europe: New Hilo flights a hit with locals, Europeans
  29. Firecracker sales for July 4 fizzle with new law
  30. More Federal Funds? Hawaii 48th in Farm Subsidies
  31. City approves request to alter 4 Oahu streams for rail project
  32. Ecos threaten suit over Lahaina Sewage
  33. Two Percent or not Two Percent?
  34. WaPo: The missing facts in President Obama’s news conference
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Wednesday, June 29, 2011
June 29, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1472 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics
  1. Victory for Civil Rights: All Persons shall be counted for Hawaii reapportionment
  2. Victory: Obama Admin cancels stealth survey of Hawaii MDs
  3. Molokai Wind Developer: “We will pack up and leave.”
  4. Abercrombie announces plan to let more criminals out onto the streets
  5. Rep Michelle Bachmann: “We want to win Hawaii”
  6. Kos: Will Hanabusa let Case beat Hirono?
  7. Hawaii 2011 Pork Report points to DoE Embezzlement
  8. CNBC: Hawaii #1 in cost of living, 48th in Business Climate
  9. KS claims it is not grabbing for Juicy Affordable Housing Credits
  10. UPW gets 8% Raise on Friday (and still getting 60-40 on Health Care)
  11. HSTA Contract: Imposing a pact that a labor union has not agreed to is unusual
  12. Honolulu Takes Steps to Avoid Paying Back $7.9M
  13. Mayor should step off the train and let HART do the steering
  14. Enterprise Zone Tax Benefits end Friday
  15. Mauians decline Abercrombie’s request to resign
  16. HGEA Nurses Reach Impasse with Contract Negotiations
  17. Abercrombie gets lots of window dressing for plan to let criminals out on streets
  18. Maui Judge: “Prison best place” for racist lunatic with multiple convictions
  19. Reform victim restitution program
  20. Info about Wahiawa escapees delayed 12 hours because “problems with our cabling and some of the faxing”
  21. Hawaii visitor spending increases 15 percent
  22. WSJ: Mogul Digs Hawaii Hotels Out of Debt, Disaster
  23. Activists, Legislators upset because Fannie Mae goes to Courts with Foreclosures
  24. Police Save Women from Forced Prostitution Scam
  25. Transsexual Leader complains Human Trafficking Law is hard on Pimps
  26. Bacteria: Hawaii Beaches dirtier than New Jersey
  27. $1.6M in fines over 2 years for Hawaii drivers violating cellphone ban
  28. Kauai Luddites panicking, try to cancel election because Hydropower may win
  29. US Supreme Court Decision kills Big Island’s “Public Owned Elections” giveaway to candidates
  30. Maui Voters to Consider Council Power over Appointments
  31. Hawaii GM papaya featured at BIO 2011
  32. Lennon was a closet Republican: Assistant
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Tuesday, June 28, 2011
June 28, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1152 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Abercrombie announces Intent to Veto 23 Bills—including HB1134 which may have endangered Prepaid Health Care Act
  2. Hawaii 8th Annual International Women’s Leadership Conference Sept 20
  3. Abercrombie replaces DHHL official ousted in Treadmill Scandal
  4. Abercrombie appoints former Sandwich Isles Communications Exec to assist Chief Information Officer
  5. Hawaii Congressional Delegation: How they voted June 27
  6. Hawaii Reapportionment Commission expected to decide Today on whether to count military
  7. DoE’s Last, Best and Final Offer does not provide for 180-day law
  8. HSTA shut out: DoE will execute its "last, best" offer to teachers without union approval
  9. On campaign trail, Abercrombie called vetoes “breakdowns in communications”
  10. Abercrombie still campaigning, lying
  11. Rail Platform to built on top of Waiawa Spring
  12. Honolulu City Council overrides vetoes, changes leadership
  13. NY Gay Marriage will serve as a catalyst for Hawaii
  14. State-Run Media: Star Advertiser To Collect $1 Million For State Legal Ads
  15. EMILY's List backs Rep. Hirono for Senate to fight “War on Women”
  16. Progressives’ American Dream: Business Owners on Foodstamps
  17. Clean Elections Law is Dirty—Ruled Unconstitutional by Supreme Court
  18. Lobbyists’ spending escapes disclosure
  19. As APEC Approaches, Superferry still clouds Hawai‘i’s business image
  20. Is Abercrombie Anti-sports?
  21. Inouye moving ahead with appropriations process despite disagreement on spending levels
  22. Assessing University of Hawaii Faculty Research
  23. Not guilty by reason of insanity in killing of mom—could be out in 3 mos
  24. Pastor arrested for punching out alleged drug dealer
  25. Abercrombie to “get rid of” Texas Company with contract to collect on Hawaii Tickets
  26. Hawaii TV Examined in New Report on Newsroom Consolidation
  27. Affordable Homes will “rot on the hill” if LUC decision not reversed
  28. Hawaii Council special meeting on budget veto (June 30)
  29. Dark skies likely ahead as Maui fireworks shows fade
  30. Kaua‘i residents passing up ag opportunities
  31. Hillary: State Dept. ‘Instrumental in Sealing Deal’ For Lady Gaga’s Gay Pride Gig in Rome
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Monday, June 27, 2011
June 27, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1194 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics
  1. Resignation call after Audit reveals “ward heeler’s slush fund” overseen by Honolulu Councilman
  2. NYT: Obama Administration Plans Stealth Survey of hundreds of Hawaii MDs
  3. Iran developing capability to hit US with Nukes
  4. Abercrombie Admin signs contract to keep prisoners on Mainland for rest of his term
  5. TEA Party to join July 4 Parades in Kailua, Makawao, Hilo, Kona
  6. Hawaii Teachers talk Strike
  7. City: Four Streams must be Diverted for Rail
  8. Abercrombie requires a review of helicopters' environmental impact, forcing an $11 million move to Colorado
  9. $159M bankruptcy caused by anti-Superferry Protesters, Judiciary, and Legislature
  10. UH Research spending Doubles in Decade
  11. Full Text: ID Theft Suit filed against UH
  12. Hawaii last in Nation: Tax Free Health Savings Accounts reduce cost of Health Insurance
  13. The Special Case for COFA Migrants
  14. GAO: Minimum Wage kills Jobs in Am Samoa, NMI
  15. Officials, Lawyers make excuses for deadbeat criminals
  16. Do Hawaii's Strict Gun Laws Fuel a Black Market?
  17. Atomic Monkey: “Hatcheted By Huff”
  18. Feds, Longliners Get Pass for Giving Dolphin Deaths Low Priority
  19. Oregon lawmakers to save $100s of Millions by ending Green Energy Tax Credits
  20. VIDEO: N Korean children begging, army starving
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Sunday, June 26, 2011
June 26, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1417 Views :: Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics, World News, World Politics
  1. Ka Pua Makaha: Multi-million dollar giveaway of DHHL assets disguised as “gift”
  2. Am. Samoa Congressional Delegate bought and paid for by Kazakhstan?
  3. Abercrombie plans more forums: I’m on a mission to change the direction of Hawaii
  4. Full Text: City Rejects Rail Bid Protests
  5. Berg: $1.4B Rail Contract upheld by City
  6. Hawaii Kai: One Supermarket for 92,000 people
  7. VIDEO: Fontaine Factor interviews HECO’s Rosegg on Clean Energy
  8. SA: Abercrombie’s Dysfunctional DHHL to blame for Collapse of Makaha Deal
  9. HSTA,_Abercrombie “Not Close” Contract expires June 30
  10. Abercrombie’s New Day: More Tax Increases in the New Year
  11. Abercrombie’s New Day this year: State taxes and fees that help balance the budget will kick in on Friday
  12. 40 new laws to take effect July 1
  13. Hawaii is poised to open its tourism arms to Chinese travelers, but the slow pace for visas could bottleneck efforts
  14. Low-Hanging Fruit for Developers: Meetings about construction near the rail system are set for Monday and Tuesday
  15. Atomic Monkey: Civil Beat Down
  16. MauiTime Subpoena Withdrawn
  17. Maui Police Identify Online Poster, withdraw subpoena
  18. Hawaii Legislators’ Advice on how to survive a Weiner Scandal
  19. Hawaii state bird a hazard to planes
  20. Restitution? State fails to collect most of the money courts promise the wronged
  21. How many cons owe how much is unknown
  22. Soft on Crime: Five priors by age 28 and out on the streets
  23. Abercrombie endorses Feeding the Homeless at Aloha Stadium
  24. Save Act would revitalize Philippine Garment Industry
  25. Hundreds gather to commemorate 'forgotten war'
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Saturday, June 25, 2011
June 25, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1317 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics
  1. VIDEO: Homeless Tent City at Keaau Beach Park
  2. State's 'best, final' offer to HSTA includes wage cut, no mention of 180-day law
  3. Even Abercrombie's Supporters Are Questioning His Progress
  4. Interview: Richard Borreca weighs in on governor's perceived mishaps
  5. Appointees respond to governor’s request
  6. VIDEO: Hawaii Redistricting Commission… Who counts?
  7. Hawaii law hikes employee contributions, lowers return assumption
  8. Paltry $55M Kept In Federal Budget For Rail
  9. Finger Pointing Continues: KS now sez it was trying to salvage deal from DHHL incompetence by grabbing for Jeff Stone’s Affordable Housing Credits
  10. 17 years of ILWU Retaliation—still no back pay for Whistleblower
  11. SA: Don’t reduce social studies
  12. Clinton Crony appeals for tax breaks to create bigger role for state in film industry
  13. Ryan, Rollman, Douglass, Brackins, Carroll: A Lewd, Offensive and Racist Hawaii Tale
  14. No Charges Filed in Hawaii Lawmaker 'Hacking' Case
  15. Hawaii laws target sex and labor trafficking
  16. Budget: Kona Faction draws a bead on Fred Blas
  17. Bowing to NIMBYs, Kauai Council orders Boatyard Removed from Hanalei River
  18. Episcopal, Jewish leaders back Muslim Assn. of Hawaii
  19. Hawaiian Telcom gets a license for cable TV
  20. Hawaii Hispanic News drops print edition—goes online only
  21. Pattern Energy stays committed to wind farm
  22. AP: Wind Farms could “Mess up traffic lights, security systems and some computers”
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Friday, June 24, 2011
June 24, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1689 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics
  1. Progressive Network touts Hawaii tax increases and State-owned Bank proposal
  2. Pension Reform: Abercrombie raises Retirement Age
  3. Cash Flow Problem: Honolulu Council to borrow $100M for Rail
  4. Abercrombie signs budget, asks Departments to identify programs for elimination
  5. Berg: Hundreds attend town hall meeting on Rail in Ewa
  6. Study: Hawaii Economic Outlook Ranks 46th
  7. HOUSE REPUBLICAN LEADER GENE WARD CHOSEN TO ATTEND STATE LEGISLATIVE LEADERS
  8. Romney, Huntsman Campaigns could draw 70,000 Hawaii Mormons to the Polls—40,000 are not registered voters
  9. Abercrombie: “I am the biggest obstacle”
  10. Governor dances to tune of “F*** You”, Progressives not impressed
  11. Aila: BLNR members do not have to resign
  12. Finger pointing Begins: Developer Jeff Stone, DHHL blame KS for the failed educational project, KS blames DHHL, Stone
  13. Raw Sewage: Council Creates 3-5 year Moratorium on new Development in Urban Honolulu
  14. Kapolei Neighborhood Board: One Last Blast from Mufi’s Minions
  15. Honolulu Managing Director Doug Chin says HART Lawsuit May Be avoided
  16. Governor Signs Budget; Must Cut $50 Million More
  17. Privatization proposal “flew under the radar”
  18. Hawaii PUC faces more uncertainty thanks to Abercrombie
  19. Kirk Caldwell calls for boycott of Walmart in order to boost Trial Lawyers income
  20. Free Parking at all lots for Electric cars
  21. SB 1073: Legal Aid freed from Legislative Fiat
  22. Effectiveness of DUI courts buoys hopes of success here
  23. Card Check: Unite Here Local 5 gains control over 800 more workers
  24. Fannie Mae Hangs Up On Hawaii Press
  25. Hawaii appeals court upholds James Pflueger indictment in Ka Loko Reservoir case
  26. Hawaii County worker with revoked license ran over bicyclist
  27. Whipping Post: Pilot Project Establishes Tours of Honouliuli Confinement Site
  28. Muslims Arrested as they attempted to pick up Machine Guns to Attack Military Recruiters
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Thursday, June 23, 2011
June 23, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1576 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics
  1. Broadband to be Trojan Horse for Big Wind Cable?
  2. Life Without Subsidies: Vanpool Hawaii Announces New Group Rate
  3. Stone: Abercrombie’s DHHL blows Makaha Learning Center Deal
  4. More Appointees Snub Hawaii Governor
  5. Travis Thompson: “I will not be resigning”
  6. Stadium authority chief says he, others won't quit
  7. Aloha Stadium not mentioned in New Day Plan
  8. Council to Override, Reorganize for control of Rail Pork
  9. State departments told to select programs for elimination
  10. State Signs New Three-Year Arizona Prison Deal
  11. To count or not to count military as Hawaii residents
  12. Hawaii County Attorney: Count Pot heads, don’t count military, students
  13. Hirono, Hanabusa back Afghan Withdrawal timed for 2012 Elections
  14. Impasse: HGEA Unit 9 Nurses Go to Arbitration
  15. UH coaches not obligated, but will consider pay cuts
  16. Honolulu Most Expensive Homes in Nation
  17. Feds fork out $1B to Jobless Homeowners
  18. Molokai Anti-Wind group launches Website
  19. HELCO seeks developer, landowner input on geothermal
  20. Honolulu Weekly backs Luddites vs Kauai Hydro
  21. Don’t count on feds as fund source — Ariyoshi
  22. Young Bros. seeks 24% rate increase
  23. Vanpoolers staying with service after losing federal funds
  24. Rural MD Residency program at risk
  25. Governor signs bill making dog fighting a felony
  26. SCOTUS class action ruling makes Trial Lawyers Sad
  27. University of Hawaii Cancer Center receives $3.6M donation to study mesothelioma (Trial Lawyers Rejoice!)
  28. Hilo Dopers make deals with Feds, Christie digs in
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Wednesday, June 22, 2011
June 22, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1327 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics
  1. Did HSTA boycott Race To The Top Meetings?
  2. Governor signs bill to exempt Broadband Cables from Permitting Requirements
  3. Meet your new Defense Secretary: Leon Panetta's War on Reagan's Defense Policies
  4. Hirono, Akaka: Pension’s Perks for Members With a Past
  5. Abercrombie’s Public Land Development Corporation: Land & Power in Hawaii Pt 2
  6. Abercrombie Agenda: More New Taxes to Cover $14B in EUTF Liabilities
  7. Our Imperial Governor
  8. Appointee: “I’m Here for the Long Haul”
  9. Abercrombie doesn't announce every bill signing
  10. Progressives: SB1274 Will Gut Hawaii Patients Bill of Rights
  11. Squeezed by Low Reimbursements and High Regulations, Hawaii Medical Center filing for bankruptcy protection
  12. Carlisle Vetoes Council's Transit Authority Budget
  13. Public Gets little from Martin, Harimoto Junket to Copenhagen
  14. Abercrombie’s New BoE: No More Subsidies For After-School Kids In Hawaii
  15. Finnegan Appointed To Hawaii Charter School Review Panel
  16. SA: Supreme Court is right, but we want to control your family anyway
  17. DHHL Homesteaders Delinquent on Maui, Big Island Property Taxes
  18. City Asking Firefighters, Police For 5% Pay Cut
  19. Judge dismisses assault charge against HPD captain
  20. Police officer pleads no contest to third time of driving without license
  21. Fitch, Moody’s GO Bond Rating Downgrade to Impact Hawaii Taxpayers
  22. Foodland Fight
  23. Turn Lahaina Sewage into Electricity
  24. Reputable dog breeders support accountability
  25. US-China Diplomatic Meeting in Honolulu this Weekend
  26. USS Charleston captures Guam from Spain on June 21, 1898
  27. Obama Gets only 30% of Americans Certain to Support Re-Election in Economy Poll
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Tuesday, June 21, 2011
June 21, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1140 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics
  1. Developer sues LUC for downzoning affordable homes already built
  2. Abercrombie signs 15 bills into law
  3. Consumer Advocate: Public Hearings Required on HECO Biofuels Rate Increase
  4. MISSION HOUSES MUSEUM JULY FOURTH WEEKEND PA`INA
  5. Hawaii Congressional Delegation How They Voted June 20
  6. Appointees Reject Abercrombie’s Resignation Call
  7. Abercrombie doesn’t ask his Cronies to Resign
  8. Aloha Stadium as we know it could soon be saying 'aloha'
  9. Mayor will sue over the spending plan OK'd by the City Council
  10. Higher vehicle fees may not help roads
  11. Media Said to Fuel Micronesian Stereotypes
  12. Another DoE Thief avoids Jail: “Thefts will Continue”
  13. BoE: More Math and Science, Less Social Studies
  14. New Council Chair Ernie Martin gave away $1.2M to Nonprofit at Center of HUD Probe
  15. Tom Berg proposal to allow Commercial Vendors in parks on Agenda Today
  16. Unnamed City Official faces charges for “Malicious” and “false” Ethics Complaint
  17. 'Furlough Fridays' expire
  18. Hawaii County Budget Fight Continues
  19. ALEC rates Hawaii worst for Economic Performance
  20. Former Superferry ships for sale
  21. Governor Signs Tougher Sex And Labor Trafficking Bills
  22. 2 congressmen call for Honolulu TSA probe
  23. Child Abuse: Gay Atheists continue effort to use anti-bullying programs to push Gay Agenda in Schools
  24. High court "parental discipline" ruling not a license to abuse
  25. Kalapa: Kids budget better than Legislators
  26. First Large-Scale Oahu Biofuel Crops Planted
  27. Something fishy in reporting the fishery management council
  28. Republicans question Foodland's departure from Koko Marina
  29. Allegiant acquires first two 757s for Hawaii Routes
  30. Support Small Business Through Oahu Bill 36
  31. Date set for school worker's enticement trial
  32. Hawaii electricians union re-elects HART Member as business manager, financial secretary
  33. Guam Governor demands US pay reparations for Japanese Atrocities
  34. AMA finds inaccurate claims payments on the rise
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Monday, June 20, 2011
June 20, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1133 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Voice Recorder confiscated during Closed Meeting of Reapportionment Commission
  2. SA rejects Unprecedented Hubris: Unwise, Overconfident Abercrombie seeks cronies and rubber stampers for boards
  3. Abercrombie’s F-U Letters a template for Appointees Response?
  4. Abercrombie’s base slipping away as Activists take aim at Richard Lim
  5. $50M Telescope Shakedown Litigants cannot Depose Spirit
  6. No Aloha for Micronesians in Hawaii
  7. Aloun Farms owners hit with more accusations
  8. Hawaii Organizations Spent $2.5 million on Lobbying in Four Months—$33,530 per Legislator
  9. Has The Hawaii Board Of Education Been To School?
  10. Yukimura backs Hydro on Kauai
  11. Sci Am: Hawaii is most obvious place to build Geothermal
  12. Civil Beat to Open Bureau in Washington, D.C.
  13. Jail time for Parental Discipline? State high court orders a new trial for a man convicted of assault
  14. Companies Offer Discount Shipping to Hawaii, Guam
  15. Oahu lunchwagons catch the eye of National TV
  16. Leaders unveil Jose Rizal square in Chinatown
  17. Tsunami lit up the heavens
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Sunday, June 19, 2011
June 19, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1133 Views :: Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Big Projects in Hawaii - Why Are They Stuck?
  2. One-Step-Up Housing: Berg to hold Makaha Town Meeting July 12
  3. June 23 Washington Middle School: Abercrombie to hear from public on Pro Bowl
  4. Fathers Matter: Involved Dads Impact Children’s Lives and Civil Society
  5. Abercrombie's New Day: Activist backers bypassed in favor of Corporate Developers
  6. Abercrombie’s New Day: Permanent Tax Increases and No Reserve Funds
  7. Slom: Appointees should reject Abercrombie’s call for resignation
  8. DLNR could lose $500K/yr if Company run by Abercrombie cronies fails to fix Historic Preservation
  9. HSTA Sabotage of Race to the Top
  10. SA: Big Wind must be transparent
  11. Big Wind Information hidden from Public
  12. Maui County Targets Low-Income Homeowners for Tax Hike
  13. KGI Joins Luddites to Kill Hydro Power on Kauai
  14. Most Fired, Suspended TSA Officers Will Appeal
  15. Police union contract negotiations underway
  16. 37 Priors and he’s out on Probation
  17. 1,525 cited in seat-belt enforcement spree
  18. Drug Court participants earn money, gain self-esteem working at Mililani farm
  19. Hope that the UH medical school would spark investment still remains unfulfilled
  20. Internet tax still on Hawaii legislative agenda for next year
  21. Military studies Waikane Valley bomb cleanup
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Saturday, June 18, 2011
June 18, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1955 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics, World News, World Politics
  1. Feds: U.S. travel and tourism industry on pace for record-setting year
  2. NASA-Funded Group Doctors Sea Level Data
  3. A Summer of Robots: Fueling innovation for the New Economy
  4. Hawaii Government Impact: The High Cost of Land Use and Housing
  5. Greek Crisis: Moody’s warns of possible First Hawaiian Bank downgrade
  6. Hot Water Restored At Mayor Wright Housing
  7. Power Grab: Abercrombie now demanding Resignations of PUC, LUC, Housing Authority, BLNR, and Aloha Stadium Authority
  8. Mazie and Colleen: Million Dollar Babies
  9. Ernie Martin's Rapid Rise to Council Power
  10. Inouye’s Central Pacific Bank after $60M Taxpayer giveaway: Strongest financial position since Japanese Bubble
  11. Privatization of Historic Preservation Division $186,000 Contract Goes to Abercrombie Supporters
  12. State D.O.T. spending $1 million on aluminum fencing
  13. Hirono trying to pour more Federal money into Hamakua Ditch
  14. AP Interview: Army general wants Makua as option
  15. OHA’s Luddites Attack: KIUC ballot to decide fate of Hydro contract
  16. Hawaii Attorney: Failure of Foreclosure Law Inevitable
  17. Elder Abuse: 60 Fraud cases this year
  18. Matson Documents Subpoenaed in Anti-Trust Probe
  19. Randy Iwase Tax Commission to propose Tax Hikes in 2013
  20. Dopers: Univ of Hawaii should allow legal research marijuana
  21. Residual money from class-action suits will go to legal aid groups
  22. Global Horizon demanded Thai workers pay fees on top of Illegal recruiting fees
  23. Hyatt workers to launch boycott of Waikiki hotel
  24. One in eight Hawaii bridges ‘structurally deficient’
  25. KSBE Haleiwa redevelopment has businesses fretting over future
  26. Save Kailua Fireworks
  27. Deepwater bottomfish catch limits are reduced
  28. Camping to go Camping: City Camping Permits Create Long Lines – last chance before fee
  29. Deflecting EPA Lahaina Injection well sanction could cost Maui millions
  30. Sniping begins over Hawaii county budget
  31. Convicted Killer/Sovereignty Activist to be evicted from Squat
  32. Climategate Part 2—“Renewable Energy”
  33. UCLA Prof: Media Bias adds 10% to Democrat Candidates’ total
  34. Fast and Furious: ATF funneled illegal guns into Mexico
    • NYT: 2 Top Lawyers Lost to Obama in Libya War Policy Debate
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Friday, June 17, 2011
June 17, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1120 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Al-Qaeda hit list names US writers, generals
  2. PUC Approves New Maui Windfarm
  3. Money released for school construction projects
  4. RETALIATION: Abercrombie asks for resignation of Aloha Stadium Board for criticizing Pro Bowl Stand
  5. SHAKEDOWN: After trashing it, Abercrombie urges hotels to "step up" to fund Pro Bowl (or he’ll trash it some more)
  6. 'Speaking truth to reason' apparently involves tax hikes—Marcus Oshiro Backs Abercrombie’s Pro Bowl Attack
  7. G.E. Tax suspensions could lead to higher costs for consumers
  8. Hirono gets early endorsement from Flight Attendants Union
  9. CPB bailout to cost taxpayers millions (Inouye’s Bank)
  10. PUC OKs deal guaranteeing higher electric rates for Hawaii consumers
  11. State to end program that helps pay for Medicare prescriptions
  12. Hawaii consumer advocate backs Lanai, Molokai wind-scams
  13. Charter school lessens debt, kin exit board
  14. Same-sex couples less than 1% of Hawaii households
  15. Native Hawaiians increase numbers by one-fifth
  16. Big Isle leads in Foreclosures, 2nd Homes going back to Bank
  17. Global Horizon CEO Mordechai Orian: I am looking forward to my trial
  18. VIDEO: Hawaii budget veto! Mayor says Bill 29 is “illegal”
  19. Drug Court offers offenders chance to avoid prison, succeed in community
  20. Fed may remove delicious honu from "threatened" list
  21. Obama administration collecting ocean policy views
  22. Census finds Shortage of Women in Hawaii
  23. Hawaii attorney general: Donations to 'Love the Animals' used for personal items
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Thursday, June 16, 2011
Letters to the Editor June , 2011
By Letters to the Editor :: 604 Views :: Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics
  • Give Hunters Carbon Credits for Killing Axis Deer
  • Rail: Council, not HART, is Nexus between Contracts and Contributors
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Thursday, June 16, 2011
June 16, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1091 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Honolulu Alliance forms to block Federal Control of Hawaii Capitol Area
  2. Are Electric Cars Really Green?
  3. A Showdown over the War in Libya
  4. Despite mileage, SUV will be leased for Abercrombie—perfect for tailgate parties at Probowl
  5. Abercrombie’s GE Tax hike causes first of many price hikes
  6. EUTF Audit “raises red flags” about “completeness and accuracy”
  7. Hawaii Public Employee Health Fund Audit M.I.A.?
  8. Panel recommends including military families when redrawing district lines
  9. Kids with parents in the military join Operation Purple on Oahu
  10. More Charges in Hawaii Human Trafficking Case
  11. Ernie Martin meets with Cronies to get HUD story straight before becoming Council Chair
  12. Rail Supporters angered by inability to control public meeting
  13. Kenoi vetoes Hawaii Co budget
  14. Two measures regarding government housing agencies signed into law
  15. Enviros: Bag Tax to come back again next year
  16. NYT: As Number of Medicaid Patients Goes Up, Their Benefits Are About to Drop
  17. Honolulu program exchanges 563,000 dirty needles in year
  18. Pointy-headed UN Bureaucrat sez Homelessness is a US Human Rights Abuse
  19. Kalihi Homosexual sent back to prison on Kiddie Porn Charges again
  20. Another teen arrested in connection with Highlands Intermediate shooting
  21. Clashing visions over Turtle Bay’s expansion meet rural resistance
  22. US imposes catch limits on Pacific waters
  23. Venture Capitalists splash out for 2 ac garden, call it farm
  24. Sierra Club to Honolulu Mayor: Don’t Waste Taxpayer Money on Subsidizing Metal Recycler
  25. SA Oi: Just stop Growing the Economy
  26. A fifth of Big Island homes are vacant as youth flee Socialist Hawaii
  27. Waianae homes ‘affordable’ at $319K
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Wednesday, June 15, 2011
June 15, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1597 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics, World News, World Politics
  1. Abercrombie signs bill hiking GE Tax $400M, Matson raises rates in response
  2. Fitch downgrades Hawaii, Cites Tourism Dependence
  3. After stock craters 64%, Feds to dump 5.6M shares of Inouye’s Central Pacific Bank
  4. June 14, 1900: The Abolition of Slavery in Hawaii
  5. Google to fund Kuhio Park Terrace rehab project
  6. Hawaii Army Reservists building Community Center in Indonesia
  7. Oahu Redistricting Panel: Military Should Count
  8. Borreca: Democrats fear Abercrombie’s bizarre behavior will rub off on them
  9. Shapiro: Abercrombie should follow his own advice about dignity
  10. Shapiro: Abercrombie has Abbie Hoffman Mentality
  11. Abercrombie Spokesperson Dela Cruz gets side job with Corporate Insiders
  12. Abercrombie signs bill hiking GE Tax $400M, Matson raises rates in response
  13. Change from Furloughs to paid Comp Time will Cost State of Hawaii More Than $160 Million
  14. General Fund Receipts up $154M for year
  15. Crafty, not stupid: Hawaii Legislators Rank High in College Degrees
  16. Calvin Say: As long as Hawaii has part-time legislature, Conflict of interest unavoidable
  17. Alleged Sovereignty Mortgage Scammers are now Fugitives, Warrants for arrest issued
  18. Honolulu Council: Ernie Martin to Oust Nestor Garcia as Chairman?
  19. Carlisle Administration Forgave $1.2 Million in Loans to Ernie Martin’s Nonprofit -- Accused of Misusing Federal Funds
  20. Court to consider whether Contractors should be allowed to make Pay-to-Play contributions
  21. Abercrombie’s DoE: Small schools to get less
  22. Five BoE Members borrow from Horner’s First Hawaiian Bank
  23. Hawaii Tax Panel Report 'Impossible' This Year—Abercrombie appoints Five behind back of Legislators
  24. China Eastern Airlines to commence Hawaii service (Thank you Linda Lingle)
  25. U.S.-Korea trade pact would provide boost to Hawaii's economy
  26. Maui Council Committee OKs $3M Tax Increase
  27. PTA unveils ambitious expansion plans
  28. Kenoi coy on budget decision
  29. “Dishonest Statements to the Court”: Stephens Media Copyright Suit vs Democratic Underground thrown out
  30. Former HPD Major, Deputy Chief Fired by TSA in Baggage Screening Case
  31. HPD officer is convicted of assaulting prostitute—still on payroll
  32. What Works in Education: Alternative public high school in Hawaii
  33. Former Kapolei HS teacher's aide accused of sexually assaulting student
  34. Former Pearl Ridge Elementary secretary charged with 99 counts of theft, forgery (No need Audit)
  35. Foreclosures might swamp isle courts
  36. Want $10,000? Akaka Tribe giving away free taxpayer money to individuals seeking to buy Houses
  37. New company turns unwanted timeshares into auction items for charity fundraisers
  38. Fish farms spark green debate in New Zealand
  39. Beijing battling protest fires on all fronts
  40. Feds ditch rule that foiled Indian tribes’ plans for off-reservation casino
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Tuesday, June 14, 2011
June 14, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1017 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Enough for 35 Pro Bowls: Abercrombie’s $140M gift to Dante Carpenter
  2. Renewable Energy and Hybrid Cars Still Only at 1%
  3. Survey: Fewer than 3% of Ewa residents plan to ride Rail
  4. Obama: My family would be fine with just 1 term
  5. Utah governor Huntsman getting into GOP race
  6. 250 Marines, sailors return from Afghanistan
  7. Reapportionment: Shapiro comes out against Counting Military Personnel
  8. Abercrombie signs $140M in Bonds for Companies tied to Dem Party Chair Dante Carpenter
  9. Duke: Abercrombie puts ideology above public interest
  10. NFL Contributions to Community Unappreciated
  11. General Fund Deposits Up 3.8%
  12. Panos goes for threepeat
  13. County seeks to intervene in Big Wind power project
  14. Hawaii electric rates top nation, nearly 4x national average
  15. 9th Circuit dismisses Hawaii's appeal of a law that attempted to limit contributions to PACs
  16. Officer jailed for hitting pedestrian while driving drunk
  17. Gay Rape Charged on Kauai
  18. Third Trafficking Suspect to Plead Guilty in Hawaii
  19. Honolulu Ranks High For Parents: Top City To Live, Raise Family In
  20. Hawaii has fewest Health Savings Account Holders
  21. Fishery regulators to meet on Oahu
  22. Hawaii Organic Dairies using Borax as Cattle feed
  23. Tammy Duckworth leaving Dept. of Veterans Affairs
  24. Union says some TSA workers to fight firing
  25. Half of Hawaiian Airlines profit comes from Bag Fees
  26. Vanpool Hawaii customers get a reprieve from rate increase
  27. Hawaii eyed by Fuel Cell promoters
  28. Dopers, ACLU to celebrate 40th Anniversary of Nixon one-liner
  29. Marijuana Minister contemplates Plea Bargain
  30. An Alternative to Recycling Oahu’s Scrapped Cars
  31. History of Modern Hawaii as Taught in Hawaii Schools
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Monday, June 13, 2011
June 13, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1379 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics
  1. Pro-Bowl: Collateral damage in Abercrombie’s war on Mufi?
  2. Voting Rights? Star-Advertiser pushes to disenfranchise Military Personnel
  3. Video: Sen. Sam Slom Legislative Wrap-up
  4. Ward: Abercrombie’s Pro Bowl attack continues short-sighted strategy
  5. Fannie Mae ends use of non-judicial foreclosure in Hawaii
  6. As Neil rants and raves, Pro Bowl could be heading to Indianapolis
  7. Hanabusa’s Kakaako Move a dig at Hirono, prelude to Senate Run?
  8. HUD forces City Administrator to resign as Director of Hawaii Community Reinvestment Corp.
  9. Planned Parenthood Funding aborted by State
  10. New BoE Cuts all funding for Adult Education
  11. Feeding the Corporatist State: Occupancy up 3.2%, revenue up 13.8%
  12. Organizations Spent More Than $1 Million to Lobby in First Two Months of 2011
  13. Hawaii Retirement, Health Benefit Costs Down On Paper, Up in Reality
  14. Kalapa: Private Public Partnership?
  15. Lim: The Seriousness of Hawaii's Financial Situation
  16. Renewable Energy and Hybrid Cars – Still Only at 1 Percent
  17. More Federal Funds? Tsunami net Hawaii a paltry $8M
  18. $2.4 Trillion Secret: Inouye in Deficit Negotiations
  19. Hokulia Model being used to seize land on Kauai, Maui
  20. Luddite spends 1 hour denouncing Fish farms
  21. Still Hungry? Land crabs rule Palmyra Island
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Sunday, June 12, 2011
June 12, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1357 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. A-1 A-Lectrician: Hawaii drops appeal against Corporate Donor Law
  2. TSA Announces Results of Internal Investigation in Honolulu
  3. DoTax completes Internal Investigation into its “Unusual Reporting” of Monthly Tax Revenues
  4. WaPo: Abercrombie’s Medical Home scheme fails to save money in Medicare
  5. Hawaii Nat’l Guard Youth Challenge Academy to celebrate Graduation at Barber’s Point
  6. Star-Advertiser trying to disenfranchise military personnel, Steal Senate seat from Oahu, give it to potheads
  7. Pension Tax Coming Back? Say, Tsutsui, Abercrombie already bickering over which taxes to raise next year
  8. To save a paltry $32.8M, BoE Kills 30 Magnet School Centers
  9. Changes to Hawaii Kiddie Porn Laws Proposed
  10. For gay aspiring politicians, lessons in strategy
  11. Mayor Arakawa joins Protest against HECO billing ratepayers for Big Wind Study
  12. West Maui Hospital: Certificate of Need in Hand, developer dumps partners, goes solo
  13. Hawaiian Kingdom visa scam hits 400 in Tonga
  14. Enviros: Let Ocean reclaim your House
  15. Legal fees spike at UH—tied to Mauna Kea Telescope
  16. KIUC #2 in Solar, HELCO 4th, MECO 5th
  17. Hawaii Students Defend Against Hackers
  18. NJ Supreme Court decision interprets “shield law” and nontraditional online journalists
  19. Insect expert joins the race to beat deadly pests that threaten Hawaii's bee colonies
  20. Palin emails show engaged leader who sought VP nod
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Saturday, June 11, 2011
June 11, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 882 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. 442nd Vet on Redistricting: Military is part of our Community, should be counted
  2. Prophetic Words: Abercrombie was always a loud-mouthed hippie who had all the answers
  3. Abercrombie doubles down against Pro-Bowl: "It's Time We Get Our Priorities Straight"
  4. “Abercrombie is a real nutcase”
  5. The Selling of The Abercrombie, 2010
  6. Former Hawaii Gov. Lingle meets wounded US troops and delivers graduation speech in Germany
  7. Hanabusa pays for Kakaako Apartment to fix residency problem, not really moving in
  8. Star-Advertiser lies about “continued growth”
  9. Abercrombie vs Inouye over Guam Marine Base
  10. Abercrombie, Schatz claiming credit for every penny Hawaii gets from the Feds
  11. Nonprofits lament HI’s slow-pay status
  12. Filipinos likely to get bigger say in isle politics
  13. SA: Ensure that public housing serves its intended purpose
  14. Controversy Over Oahu’s Rail Project Continues
  15. CT&T Executive Denies Reports of Company’s Poor Health
  16. Maui Council considering Property Tax Increase
  17. VIDEO: KIUC Answers Some Frequently Asked Questions about Hydro Power
  18. Kauai Mayor signs bill authorizing budget for fiscal year 2011-2012
  19. 227 Big Island nonprofits lose out
  20. TSA fired 36 screeners for non-screening of bags
  21. VIDEO: Kamehameha Day in Hawaii
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Friday, June 10, 2011
June 10, 2012 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1460 Views :: Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics
  1. Reapportionment Commission rejects Multi-Member Districts, hears testimony in favor of counting Military Personnel
  2. Is More Better? Education Spending Increases in Hawaii
  3. Terry Lock named Hawaii Early Childhood Coordinator
  4. Newspaper Guild: Star-Advertiser demands end to seniority system, 50% cut in sick leave
  5. Cayetano: Abercrombie unaware of Pro-Bowl’s Value
  6. Fact Check: Weekend of Civil Unions Will Bring in More Cash Than Pro Bowl? FALSE
  7. Kamehameha educator takes job as state's childhood coordinator
  8. Clayton Hee Financial Disclosures still false
  9. State to seek assets of defunct nonprofits
  10. Hawaii Presents Its Fiscal Case to Fitch
  11. Supreme Court considers conduct code rule changes
  12. Campaign Spending Commission Fines Reps Awana, Carroll
  13. TSA to Fire 36 Honolulu Airport Workers
  14. Hawaii is one of only six states where home prices increase
  15. Security guard, school lunch aide indicted on child enticement charge
  16. HECO is #3 in Solar
  17. Luddites whine about GMOs in Hawaii
  18. Men charged with killing pregnant goat plead not guilty
  19. Contraceptives won't solve deer problem, only throwing money at deer will work
  20. Court Delays Arraignment In Puppy Mill Case
  21. How Cola Gave Molokai Clean Water
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Thursday, June 09, 2011
June 9, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1066 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

 

  1. Panos announces plans for 2012 Mayoral Race
  2. 2011 Session Wrap-up: Paychecks Hawaii Rates Legislators
  3. State Auditor: Public Housing oversight Erratic
  4. Sen Sam Slom to Address Kona TEA Party
  5. DLNR outsources Historic Preservation
  6. Mitsubishi, State sign agreement to Promote New Electric Car
  7. Judges sharply challenge Obama healthcare law
  8. Shapiro: Abercrombie all talk and no action on homelessness
  9. Tax Department Seeks Independent Auditor
  10. Reapportionment: Maui Advisory Council says Military Personnel Don’t Count
  11. Multimember districts Legal, redistricting panel told
  12. Democrat Complaint unanimously dismissed against Aiona, GOP
  13. Hanabusa: Republicans are Robots, Money will Decide Senate Run
  14. Hanabusa still working on moving to district she represents
  15. Activists continue to Block pre-deployment Training for Afghanistan
  16. Clean Energy? State pledges to block Hydro Projects on Kauai
  17. HUD: Money Meant for Elderly Activities Used to Pay Salaries
  18. Banking Lobbyist on Foreclosure Task Force wants to keep lobbying
  19. Act 221 scammers team up with Hawaii Reporter, Launch New News Partnership
  20. SA: Stangel story is about Gun Control, not soft-on-crime judges
  21. Conference delegates to clean up Kakaako homeless shelter
  22. IRS: 1,500 Hawaii Nonprofits Lose Tax-Exempt Status
  23. Nurses: HGEA to meet with State Negotiator Again
  24. Affordable Housing Developer sues LUC for downzoning after Construction
  25. Millions spent on trash
  26. Patten forms Shell Company to Push Wind on Molokai
  27. Hawaii's Open Records Agency Tackles Facebook Posts and Tweets
  28. FAA studies air 'trikes' to elevate their safety
  29. How walkable is your neighborhood?
  30. Iran Military discusses Plan for Nuclear test
  31. Key Gingrich aides resign
  32. Owning It: Democrats are in a corner on their ownership of the economy
  33. Bullying Conference: US Dep’t of Education Procures Gay Teens for Rich Powerful Gays
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Wednesday, June 08, 2011
June 8, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 958 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. WSJ: Health Care Initiative Draws Fire, 93% of MD refuse ACO/Medical Home program
  2. VIDEO: Former Sen. Rick Santorum announces GOP Presidential Bid
  3. Hawaii DoH Scientist: Shame on the EWG for panic about Hexavalent Chromium in Honolulu Tapwater
  4. Ed Case: Our Challenges, My Beliefs, Your Support
  5. Sanjeev “Sonny” Bhagowalia named Chief Information Officer of Hawaii
  6. Historic Kaumakapili Church Celebrates 100th Anniversary
  7. Emotional reunions for Schofield soldiers returning from Iraq
  8. Abercrombie: Wizard will save Hawaii from Hurricane, but he is Preparing Disaster Kit Just in Case
  9. Hawaii's economic growth ranked among lowest in nation
  10. PBN: Hawaii tax department seeks independent auditor
  11. Panos Prevedouros Raising Money for 2012 Mayor's Race
  12. Augean Stables: Bhagowalia to face piles of paper, magnetic tapes, Wang Computers other artifacts of forgotten past
  13. DoE Cutting $32M without adding a Single Furlough Day
  14. Horner Chokes on $1000 psf Construction Costs
  15. Old BoE member complains that New BoE doesn’t allow random ranting and raving at Meetings
  16. Tsutsui Let Lawmaker Vote To Confirm His Own Son
  17. Berg 'Concerned' About Aide Tampering with Hawaii Rep's Email
  18. Eric Ryan, Will Hack For Food
  19. “Austerity” Maui Council hikes budget 9% -- spares nonprofits
  20. Rohlfing: Reapportionment should adopt multimember districts
  21. HUD Threatens to Recoup $7.9M From Honolulu
  22. SA: Council errs on rail, recycling
  23. RAIL SUIT: City Lawyers could represent Council against Mayor AND Mayor against Council
  24. Tesoro reviewing its isle refinery
  25. Everything you've heard about fossil fuels may be wrong: The future of energy is not what you think it is
  26. NJ court: No shield law for message boards posters
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Tuesday, June 07, 2011
June 7, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 921 Views :: Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics
  1. DBEDT: Census Report looks at Redistricting in Hawaii
  2. Libertarian Think-tank Ranks Hawaii #47 in Freedom
  3. New Charges: Rod Tam to be arraigned for Campaign Spending Violations
  4. Hawaii Congressional Delegation: How They Voted June 6
  5. Sun Yat-Sen Hawaii Birth Certificate causes Trouble in Taipei
  6. Lim’s Attack on Tourism: Revenge by Abercrombie?
  7. State Supreme Court to hear case for Hawaiian Homes funding
  8. State liabilities must be reduced
  9. Hawaii graduation rate 65.8%, DoE continues to play numbers games
  10. Navy Ship That fed Bin Laden’s stinking corpse To Sharks will stop In Hawaii
  11. Stangel was in custody before (Soft on Crime)
  12. Kalapa: Put Emphasis On Restructuring Government
  13. State formalizes pact to assist military kids
  14. Mortgage Foreclosure Task Force members warned to Stop Lobbying
  15. Star-Advertiser forecasts continued growth
  16. Rod Tam Pleads No Contest To New Charges
  17. Homeless plan or security sweep?
  18. APEC Host Committee announces new executives
  19. Hawaii's first full-time chief information officer to be announced by Gov. Abercrombie
  20. Van pool fees likely to increase
  21. Atomic Monkey: State Representative Pine Latest Victim of Dirty Cyber Trickster?
  22. Senate's Indian Affairs to hold hearing on UN statement on indigenous rights
  23. Green Killer of Eagles, Hawks: Wind Farms Murder 440,000 birds a Year
  24. AOL INSIDER: Here Are 12 Reasons Why The AOL-Huffington Post Merger Is Going Down In Flames
  25. WaPo: President Obama’s phony accounting on the auto industry bailout
  26. Liquid Robotics raises $22 million for autonomous sea drones
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Monday, June 06, 2011
June 6, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1005 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. DHS: Thousands of ghost names on Hawaii Medicare, Medicaid Rolls
  2. Our Cooling Globe: June Snow in Hawaii (video)
  3. BIVN: VIDEO: Summer snow in Hawaii, high on Mauna Kea
  4. State Auditor quietly withholds Hawaiian Homelands audit documents from disclosure
  5. AP: Hawaii tax department to hire independent auditor to review its revenue reporting, accounting
  6. Shapiro: Djou makes sense on rail
  7. HART budget different from City Council Budget for HART
  8. Telescope has spent $100M, raised $375M
  9. Hawaiian expects Japanese visitors to rebound within months
  10. Star-Advertiser shortchanges Haleakala Police Complaints
  11. Reapportionment: Maui Advisory Commission says Military Personnel should not be counted
  12. Hearings on plastic bag ban start Tuesday
  13. Luddites complain about Hydro on Kauai
  14. Tam could face jail time, new charges
  15. Evidence Ignored in Unsolved Rapes
  16. Hawaii has Least Competition in Trans-Ocean Shipping
  17. Horizon Lines, Bondholders strike deal to Save Shipper
  18. Honolulu: Do You Know Where Your Mayor Is?
  19. Hands Free Cellphone Law: 16,837 tickets in Two Years
  20. SA: Deal humanely with axis deer
  21. Vanpool Hawaii to Close Operations
  22. Old Earmarks Still Kicking In: Hawaiian islands getting money for job training
  23. SUPREME COURT REFUSES HAWAII BALLOT ACCESS CASE
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Sunday, June 05, 2011
June 5, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1116 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. $134 Million Mystery: DoTax suddenly admits “unusual reporting, systemic problems, inconsistencies”
  2. Djou: City has squandered any goodwill resulting from 2008 Rail vote
  3. Big Isle Plastic Bag Ban Hearings to begin June 7
  4. 307th Signal Battalion returning from Afghanistan
  5. Raid on Hurricane Fund tied to DoTax Reporting
  6. Star-Advertiser: City Parking Meters could Point to Solution to all of State’s Economic Problems
  7. BoE Recognition Diplomas drop 42%, fewer go on to College: SA Trumpets “Improvements”
  8. Hawaii taxpayers could pay $5 billion more than expected for state retiree health benefits, a study finds
  9. Hawaii missing its chance to promote long-term care insurance
  10. Marks: Redistricting Commission still has to decide whether to Count Military Personnel
  11. Will Luddites Kill Hydro on Kauai? KIUC Members to Vote June 13
  12. UH Manoa Political Correctness Leaves Police Unarmed at Haleakala
  13. Public Housing Authority to no longer be Flop House for Homeless?
  14. Volunteers Clean up Warehouse Ruined by Homeless Camp
  15. Plans to build electric cars in Hawaii stalls
  16. Battle of the sex trade: Concerns over prostitution and the welfare of victims are slowly prodding a toughening of Hawaii laws
  17. The monopoly newspaper ignores yesterday’s North Shore storm, flooding
  18. Abercrombie signs law protecting military children when they switch schools
  19. Hilo begins Direct Flights from LA, SF
  20. Dopers to rally for Legal Dope at Capitol
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Saturday, June 04, 2011
June 4, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 937 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

 

  1. Progressives: Hirono will rescue us from Xenophobic Warmonger and Corporate Shill Ed Case
  2. APEC Preparations: Wealthy liberals pony up for Abercrombie’s Homeless Sweeps
  3. Hanabusa backs Boehner against Obama, Hirono rejects call for Congressional Approval of Libya War
  4. Redistricting: Tammy Duckworth gets Gerrymandered into Illinois 8th Congressional District
  5. Hawaii Tax Director Finds Unusual, Inconsistent Revenue Reports
  6. $104M in rail bonds, Tax & Fee Increases approved: The City Council headed for courtroom showdown over oversight of the new rail authority's budget
  7. Council Approves Another Sewer Fee Increase: Typical Bill Will Rise 68% Over Six Years
  8. When a poll goes off the rail, tax dollars pay for a new one
  9. Hawaii to challenge FERC’s role in hydro
  10. AARP wants to Put Pension Tax fight behind them, get back to being liberals
  11. Auditor: Poor Management of Hawaii Public Housing Puts Federal Funds at Risk
  12. Kailua Fireworks Update: $48,000 Left to Raise in 30 Days
  13. 400 expected to march at Honolulu gay pride parade
  14. Email, Website of Hawaii Lawmaker Hacked
  15. Few Hawaii Senators File Disclosure Reports During Session
  16. How Tort Reform helped Hawaii Accident Victims Get Medical Care
  17. Taxes account for 70 cents a gallon
  18. State agencies boost energy efficiency
  19. KGMB’s Kim Gennaula to be next Aloha United Way president
  20. Honolulu Chinatown Rat-Check: No Rodents, But Plenty Of Rat Bait
  21. Virginity Inspection in 1960s Hawaii Juvenile Detention
  22. Scientists to study Japanese Nuclear impact on Ocean
  23. Herb Kane: The Last Interview
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Friday, June 03, 2011
June 3, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 821 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Djou: City should work harder to build consensus on rail
  2. Abercrombie signs bogus Rail EIS, Enviros Sue, Carlisle Admin blames ... Lingle
  3. Lim: Handouts to Clinton Movie Mogul Cronies and Windfarm Scammers are key to Hawaii’s Future
  4. Reapportionment Commission Sets Public Meeting Schedule
  5. New plan offers coverage to people with pre-existing medical conditions
  6. Hawaii gov: 'Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, Intersex, Questioning Pride Month'
  7. Hawaiian Geothermal Energy: A Gift from the Gods?
  8. Horizon Lines, another Jones Act Failure
  9. Three steps to sabotage RTTT Teacher Accountability
  10. Charter school to leave probation
  11. Inouye Continues push for Guam Base
  12. Feds Propose Expanding Monk Seal Habitat
  13. Hawaii's Local Leader in Integrated Care Achieves 5-Star Rating on Medication Safety from Pharmacy Quality Alliance
  14. Dim Bulbs force Creation of Black market
  15. Most Hawaii House Reps File Disclosures After Legislative Session
  16. Stanley Chang Vulnerable over Parking Meter Fee Hike
  17. “Concrete shortage” delays pad installation at bus stops
  18. VIDEO: $1 fare for Hele-On bus reconsidered by Hawaii council
  19. After Developer builds 432 Townhouses, LUC reverts project to Agricultural Zoning
  20. Hawaii Gas Prices Dip While Other States Rise
  21. Veteran reporter Huff to say aloha to KITV
  22. UHERO Brief: The Lag in Employment Recovery
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Thursday, June 02, 2011
June 2, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 971 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics
  1. Abercrombie signs SB1347, gives HECO license to soak Consumers for Green Energy Projects
  2. Should ratepayers pay for Big Wind Studies? Life of the Land Challenges HECO
  3. HIPA Hawaii Military Spending Study Tied to Fundraiser with Military Contractor?
  4. After Rejection by Mayo Clinic, US Senators ask Obama Admin to withdraw Medical Home Regs
  5. National Right to Life: Medical rationing and $555B Medicare cuts in Obamacare Law
  6. Lung Association: Honolulu has America’s Cleanest Air
  7. Abercrombie releases funds for Capital Improvement Projects
  8. Mufi sits down with Tsutsui to plan 2012 Election Strategy?
  9. Abercrombie signs bill shutting Consumers out, allowing HECO to Raise Rates at Will
  10. HB1000 Would Authorize Unelected Board to tax cellphones
  11. Latest Rail Poll Paid for by Rail Contactor
  12. Bill ending GE Tax exemptions raises Legal Questions on Construction Contracts
  13. Hawaii Senate Keeps Public in Dark
  14. Council, Mayor head for Courtroom Showdown over HART Rail Budget Authority
  15. VIDEO: Hawaii council passes budget, mayor “outraged” by payment for Retirees health Care
  16. OHA giving away more money to Buy Support from Hawaiians
  17. Clayton Hee revises Financial Disclosure Statements AGAIN, may still be in violation
  18. Heavyweight Lobbyists Line up to Defend Schnitzer Steel
  19. No Conflict: Lawmaker by Day, Lobbyist by Night
  20. Rod Tam Sentencing next Tuesday
  21. Proposed Laie hotel clears another hurdle
  22. Lawsuit looms as UH, consultant try to stop data breaches
  23. HPD gains first female deputy chief
  24. New Hawaii Law Offers Gold Star Family License Plates to Families of Fallen Soldiers
  25. US House to Celebrate Kamehameha Day June 11
  26. Investigators Discover Manufacturing Facility in Hawaii
  27. TV Executives Admit in Taped Interviews That Hollywood Pushes a Liberal Agenda
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Wednesday, June 01, 2011
June 1, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1049 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics
  1. RAND: Military is 18% of Hawaii’s Economy (Full Text)
  2. Hirono, Hanabusa vote to increase National Debt: House rejects 97-318
  3. Horizon Lines may be delisted from NY Stock Exchange
  4. Hawaii Right to Life PAC Congratulates Neighborhood Board Candidates Who Advocate for Life
  5. Hawaii Congressional Delegation: How They Voted May 31
  6. Abercrombie signs Appropriation for Reapportionment Commission
  7. Visitor arrivals rose 5.3% and spending jumped 20.2% in April
  8. MRC Greenwood on Misuse of Protocol Funds: “There are many things I don’t do”
  9. As Hurricane Season begins, Abercrombie signs law allowing him to spend hurricane relief fund
  10. No Special Session Means Key Bills In Limbo
  11. No Competition For Hawaii School Bus Contracts
  12. Hawaii's Electric Vehicle Rebates Off to Slow Start
  13. Civil Beat: Facts are not Facts if We Decide They’re Not
  14. Paying For Honolulu News: Follow the money, the technology and the readers to try to predict the future of the news business
  15. KHON2, KITV, Hawaii News Now Face Uncertain Future
  16. Anti-Geothermal Protesters now Love Geothermal Because OHA will Profit
  17. Toxic Waste in Hawaii
  18. UH Manoa Ethnic studies to Invade New Zealand
  19. Rick Hamada Five Questions. 5 Answers.
  20. $2M bail for man charged in Hawaii resort death
  21. Nishihara: Agricultural Renaissance? This time we mean it. Really.
  22. Kuehnle Algae Replaces Oil, but costs more
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Tuesday, May 31, 2011
May 31, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1301 Views :: Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics, World News, World Politics
  1. HB838: Reapportionment Funds Held up by Abercrombie
  2. Public gathers at Schofield Memorial Day Remembrance Ceremony
  3. Kalapa: State Limits on Tax Deductions will Hurt Non-Profit Sector
  4. Duckworth not considering run for Hawaii posts
  5. Hanabusa holds 3rd DC Lobbyist Fundraiser of Year
  6. Hanabusa still hasn’t Moved into District
  7. BoE to conduct every kind of Audit—EXCEPT the Financial one
  8. Filling Up the General Fund: HVCB market blitz targets 3 cities
  9. Medical home model Improves patient care
  10. The Pre-Existing Condition Insurance Plan: Easier Eligibility Standards for Hawaii Residents
  11. Senators Question Guam Base Plan
  12. Hawaii may become only state where injuring or killing someone while driving without License is not a Felony
  13. Act 221 Scammers still pushing Lanai Windfarm
  14. What You Won't Learn From Honolulu Council Financial Disclosure Forms
  15. Council Devises Escape Hatch for Recycling Subsidy
  16. City might permit fireworks storage
  17. NOW THE UKULELE OUTSELLS ELECTRIC GUITARS IN UK
  18. Fake CO2 readings keep going up as atmosphere cools
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Monday, May 30, 2011
May 30, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1055 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Ronald Reagan, Memorial Day 1986: “They chose to reject the fashionable skepticism of their time”
  2. Abercrombie’s Tough Deal: Penny-pinching Governor demands Control over decision to “Extend Life”
  3. Molokai Anti-Wind Group Forms
  4. Memorial Day Events:
  5. Only 12 remaining Hawaii WW2 Vets of 442nd
  6. Molokai Veterans Group Comes a Long Way
  7. Hirono finally shows up in Hawaii to do interviews
  8. DOE to tighten tenure rules: School administrators undergo "employee termination training" (but they aren’t actually going to fire anyone)
  9. OHA awards $4.3M for education, health and income
  10. Maui Man escapes, so soft-on-crime Judge Lets him out of Prison
  11. High cost of Nursing Home Care produces Surplus of LTC Beds
  12. Hawaii Gov. Abercrombie intends to veto redundant measure extending stimulus oversight
  13. No Wind on Molokai (Literally)
  14. HC&S: Sugar ‘at the top,’ can anything knock it off?
  15. Ex-Maui officer, once called a hero, pleads guilty in theft, sex extortion
  16. Costs force MEO out of senior chore service
  17. Kauai Property Tax Appeals up 35%
  18. Fences protect 8,000 acres of Kaua‘i wilderness
  19. Enviros Panic as Huge new Oil Field opens up in Texas
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Sunday, May 29, 2011
May 29, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 962 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Hawaii Family Forum: Religious Freedom takes a Beating in Legislature
  2. Israel Day Hawaii Celebration May 29
  3. Rep Gene Ward plans for July 4th Maunalua Bay
  4. OHA behind effort to block Hydro on Kauai
  5. HPD Chief Replaces APEC Coordinator Months Before Event
  6. Star-Advertiser calls for Abercrombie to sign Charter School Ethics Bill
  7. Star-Advertiser: Hawaii well poised to offer an alternative to the Wisconsin model of dealing with public sector unions (Raise taxes $600M and give the unions 9 paid days off)
  8. Law's delay halts foreclosures until Oct 1
  9. Hawaii public schools set goal of serving more food cooked from scratch in cafeterias
  10. BYU officials defend hotel proposal
  11. Hawaiian stilts make comeback in former Homeless Tent City
  12. Pair circling isle on foot to help combat meth use
  13. High-tech meters to drive new system
  14. Feds slow to fund Alii Drive repairs
  15. For 55 years, a Hawaii man has fulfilled a promise to tend the grave of his friend's brother
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Saturday, May 28, 2011
May 28, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1365 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics
  1. Complete list of Neighborhood Board Election Results
  2. Berg: Support needed for Community Benefits Bills on Council Agenda
  3. Association of Alternative Newsweeklies protests subpoena of Maui Time online Commenters’ IDs
  4. Hawaii Workers Comp Fails Workers and Doctors—but Lawyers are given a “Raft of Protocols”
  5. VA, Pentagon to combine Electronic Health Records
  6. Homeless leave Waianae, move Downtown
  7. WW2 Memorial Needs Paint, Abercrombie Admin blames Lingle
  8. Hawaii spends $12,399 per student: DoE blames HECO for poor Student Performance
  9. New 3 yr Mainland Prison Contract Overdue
  10. Hunters hit back at DLNR “Propaganda”: No Axis deer on Big Isle
  11. Interest in electric vehicles high in Hawaii: Honolulu creates an online permitting system for home charging stations
  12. Dismissal sought in Kaho'ohalahala residency dispute
  13. Maui: Ex-police officer pleads guilty in theft and sex assault cases
  14. Hawaii County Cost of Gov’t Commission focuses on How to extract more money from Residents
  15. County programs serving few a burden to taxpayers
  16. Bicyclists protest Waialae road plan
  17. Hawaii Puppy Mill Faces 153 Animal Cruelty Counts
  18. Lawmakers from Both Sides Rally for Housing Counseling Funding
  19. Akaka votes to Bankrupt Medicare
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Friday, May 27, 2011
May 27, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1089 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics
  1. Naming names: Who are the alleged Sovereignty-mortgage scammers?
  2. Maui Victims of Sovereignty Mortgage Scammers may lose home
  3. Study: Hawaii Drivers rank 50th in Driving Skills
  4. $600 million in New Taxes
  5. Hawaii Government agencies are tops in DC lobbying
  6. Tulsi Gabbard announces Democratic campaign for CD2
  7. DLNR to step up enforcement against Fishermen
  8. Abercrombie on CoR: No plans to call for Special Session
  9. Attorney: Seizure of Molokai Ranch for Windfarm may be illegal
  10. 189 Properties in Rail’s Path: Myths about Eminent Domain
  11. Gov. Ariyoshi Schools Abercrombie on how to balance a Budget
  12. State to sell piles of junk to fill General Fund
  13. Obamacare: Medicaid cuts will cost Hawaii $150 million over two years
  14. County Mayors Meet With Governor Over Contract Talks
  15. Abercrombie: Special Session Unlikely, Revenues Forecast Unchanged
  16. Hawaii Gov. Abercrombie signs extension of 5 percent pay cut for state leaders
  17. Did Hawaii Do Enough To Fix Public Pensions?
  18. Maui land sought for geothermal power plant
  19. Sovereignty Activists indicted for Stealing from Hawaiians (once again)
  20. Rep Herkes defends ACT 48 Foreclosure Reform
  21. For Tulsi Gabbard, Serving Hawaii Means Leaving City Council Early
  22. HPD Officer's Sentencing Delayed
  23. UH students tell City Council about bike route disconnections
  24. Hawaii health department reopens food plant
  25. Queen Liliuokalani School Closes Its Doors
  26. WSJ: Hawaii Hotel Sues Marriott
  27. Lahaina museum to be featured in film on China’s 1911 Revolution
  28. Akaka reintroduces bill to reunite Filipino World War II veterans and their children
  29. Honolulu Mayor Advances Plan to Demolish Waikiki Natatorium
  30. Spike in rat lungworm reported
  31. HNN: Bu La`ia: The Legend Continues
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Thursday, May 26, 2011
May 26, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1195 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics, World News, World Politics
  1. Test of Shield Law? Maui PD subpoenas ID of online commenter who threatened Cop
  2. Brookings: Muslims expel reformer from Manoa mosque, claim Arabs discovered Hawaii
  3. Gallup: Hawaii residents are Least-Stressed in US
  4. VIDEO: Fontaine Factor Discusses Domestic Violence in Hawaii
  5. After raising taxes on poor, Abercrombie announces $13M Crony Capitalist Giveaway
  6. UH Hilo to be home to NASA International Lunar Research Park
  7. Akaka, Inouye join in unanimous Senate rejection of Obama Budget
  8. VIDEO: Ryan: Obama, Dems "Shamelessly Distort And Demagogue Medicare"
  9. VIDEO: Joe Klein: NY-26 Was A "Victory For Socialism"
  10. Everyone Holding Breath for State COR Numbers
  11. Clayton Hee corrects years of lies on Ethics Statements: SA blogs about it
  12. Abercrombie still trying to balance budget on backs of Seniors
  13. Abercrombie’s Corporate Welfare goes to OHIO???
  14. Bill to alter homes tax exemption advances
  15. Research facility at UH-Hilo would test gear for lunar work
  16. 10 yr sentence for Filipino who liberated nearly $300K from Democrat Operatives Meheula, Winer
  17. Clownish Hawaii Democrat Media Begins Running Free Campaign Propaganda for Hirono
  18. APEC Calls for Seamless Free Trade across Pacific
  19. Former Big Island Mayor Yamashiro Will Be Remembered as ‘Best Mayor’ and ‘Loyal Friend and Mentor’
  20. Civil Beat Gets it Wrong on Democrat Money flooding into Hawaii 2010 Campaigns
  21. Goodwin Liu withdraws appeals court nomination
  22. After Abercrombie wrecks Budget, Aoki blames Lingle
  23. State partners with NASA to work on space exploration at UH Hilo
  24. Obama gives Abercrombie $13M to reward Cronies
  25. Incentive reduced for solar water heating program
  26. Kauai Council approves $269M budget—25% increase; Rapozo casts lone ‘nay’ vote
  27. The Kama’aina Pumping Scandal Remains Scandalous
  28. CB: For Filipinos, Politics Is More Than Just Numbers
  29. Anti-Bullying Program introduces “Transgender Clownfish” to Elementary School Students
  30. Hawaii Doesn't Require Lost Gun Reports
  31. 'Speedy Trial' Violations Rare in Hawaii
  32. Alleged Scam Psychiatrist came to Hawaii after losing MD license in Colorado
  33. Tesoro Buys Libyan Rebel Crude for Hawaii Refinery
  34. Hawaii heat source debated
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Thursday, May 26, 2011
May, 2011 Letters to the Editor
By Letters to the Editor :: 846 Views

Playing Politics: Kapolei Neighborhood Board Rejects $500K Community Benefit Package

Berg: Allow Mobile Home Parks to provide Affordable Housing?

Judiciary to Host new Divorce Law Seminar

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Wednesday, May 25, 2011
May 25, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1251 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics
  1. Abercrombie’s Medical Homes: Global Budget to control your Healthcare
  2. Only 53% of House Seats change hands in 7 years
  3. WSJ: An Anti-Israel President: The president's peace proposal is a formula for war
  4. WT: Obama’s next war -- President’s ill-considered Islamist backing puts Israel in the cross hairs
  5. 4 Schofield soldiers killed in Afghanistan bomb attack
  6. Inouye, Akaka stab Hawaii in back: Call for delay in South Korea Free Trade Pact
  7. Senator Hee amends latest financial disclosure, questions remain
  8. DePledge: Nobody cares about Residency
  9. Rail Math Just Doesn’t Add Up
  10. Shapiro: Public should win tug of war over control of rail authority
  11. Will current controversies change public opinion on rail?
  12. Critics: HPD Chief Isolated, Too Close To Union
  13. Father says son found gun at Oahu middle school
  14. Is Restricting Freedom of Movement a Healthcare Solution?
  15. Filipinos Overtake Japanese As Top Hawaii Group
  16. Hawaii can play a leading role in America's quest to explore and colonize space
  17. $2.6M for Electric Vehicle Charging Stations
  18. Hawaii Co Water rates hiked 18%
  19. Kauai to Regulate Peddlers in Parks
  20. Robber Baron will not Represent Molokai
  21. Hawaii Consumers #3 in Credit Card Debt
  22. Council pursues Obama's library
  23. Shakedown Fails for Now: Telescope foes lose bid for legal fees
  24. OHA To publish How To guide for Shakedown Artists
  25. Argentina: Hawaii doctor nabbed for Medicare billing fraud
  26. Hawaii woman accused in $50 million Chinese company fraud
  27. United States for Travel Freedom Caucus Plans to Stop TSA ‘Abuses’
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Tuesday, May 24, 2011
May 24, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1077 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Hirono launches Campaign by misleading public on education reform, clean energy
  2. DoD raises Worldwide Force Protection Condition to Bravo
  3. Abercrombie first few months: Anger, secrecy, waffling, and the birther distraction
  4. AARP: Pension Tax flawed, would balance budget on backs of Seniors
  5. Inouye to Micros: Get Lost
  6. Progressives Continue to Obsess over Redistricting
  7. Hawaii Finance Director: Moody’s GO Bond Downgrade Will Cost Hawaii Taxpayers
  8. Parents Fume over DoE Response to Campus Shooting
  9. Child Abuser heads Small DoE Charter School
  10. Legislation seeks to shed light on operations and spending as DoE Starves Charters of Funding
  11. Rail Supporters spread Conspiracy Theories about Lawsuit
  12. SA: Kalihi rentals revamp right way to go
  13. PVT Launches Waste-to-Energy to power 12,000 homes
  14. KIUC Sets meeting for Luddites to Destroy Hydropower proposal
  15. Queen’s MD: Stressed Caregivers abandon Elderly at Emergency Room
  16. Guam Vets: "For major surgery we would much rather go to the Philippines than Hawaii"
  17. Hawaii Planned Parenthood Celebrates Teen Pregnancy by demanding more taxpayer dollars for Abortion Mill
  18. 911 tape for Fireworks blast reveals disdain
  19. Maui Charter panel eyes voting powers of County Council
  20. Hawaii's Best High School: Mililani High School
  21. Native Hawaiian educational programs to receive more than $41M in federal funding
  22. Charges against HPD officers dismissed
  23. National Veterans Golden Age Games are coming to Hawaii this week for the first time in 25 years
  24. Noreen Yamane new chancellor of Hawaii Community College
  25. UH Manoa: Feral Cat Count In Progress (Your tax dollars at work)
  26. Why is America the 'no-vacation nation'?
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Monday, May 23, 2011
May 23, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 961 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics
  1. Bloody Primary: Hirono vs Case vs Hanabusa for Senate?
  2. Aiona vs. Hannemann for CD2?
  3. Federal Law Enforcement Foundation: Hawaii Muslims not sanctioned to use our name
  4. Gulen Cult strikes out in Hawaii Legislature, School?
  5. Hawaii PUC Stats show Windfarms cause Blackouts
  6. DoTax still has no explanation for sudden discovery of $134M
  7. Gov. Tim Pawlenty announces Presidential Campaign
  8. Larry Mehau associate John Carroll to run for US Senate as Libertarian
  9. Study: Humans Wiped Out Land Crabs 1000 yrs ago In Hawaii (they were delicious)
  10. Abercrombie to Democrats: We’re running out of time to Survive
  11. Abercrombie signs measure for SHORTER school day (180-day law killed)
  12. Abercrombie teams up with Karl Rove against AARP
  13. State Auditor Attacks Successful Charter School
  14. Small Charter Schools kept on Life Support by KSBE in order to use up all the Charters
  15. Highlands Intermediate student in police custody following gunshot on campus
  16. Progressive Democrats begin to panic over Reapportionment
  17. UH Manoa Ethnic Studies Fraudsters: APEC meeting a chance to promote 'Value of Hawaii'
  18. SA to Council: Allow rail authority to do its job
  19. ILind: Foreclosure Law will allow Condo Fee Deadbeats free ride
  20. Odds Against Entrepreneurship In Hawaii
  21. Hawaii technology office on course for creation
  22. Groups call on students to challenge themselves
  23. Special report: youth gangs in Hawaii
  24. US Wind Installations Dropping Sharply
  25. Korean TV show a boon for tourism
  26. Tonga: Hawaiian Kingdom visa scheme is a scam
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Sunday, May 22, 2011
May 22, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1444 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. VOTING EXTENDED: SATURDAY was last day to vote for Honolulu Neighborhood Board
  2. Indiana Gov. Mitch Daniels not running for President
  3. Candidates sought for Hawaii County seat on UH Board of Regents
  4. Reapportionment: Democrats don’t want to count Military Personnel, do want to count Felons
  5. Business owner and Consultant? Clayton Hee’s False Ethics Reports
  6. Maui News Who do you expect to be the Republican nominee in the 2012 presidential race?
  7. No Audit of the DoE, but State Auditing Charter Schools
  8. Failing Molokai School converts to Charter, now succeeds. Teachers work longer day get paid more
  9. Charter School in Tents Whips DoE
  10. Growth trends like in Ewa will guide reapportionment changes
  11. VIDEO: Abercrombie “We don’t deserve to hold office if we can’t deliver as Democrats”
  12. SA: Charities that feed homeless should stop
  13. Kat Brady compares compares Halawa to Auschwitz as Fat Criminals lose weight, ACLU says system is cracking
  14. Developers Pitch Hoopili development for Ewa
  15. Five years after nearly closing, Kahuku Medical Center holds open house
  16. Kapaia Bridge: After four years of talk and studies, Kauai County decides to do nothing
  17. Ulua Hunters Needed: Fishing ban in NW Hawaiian Islands is Killing Monk Seals
  18. UPI: Ultralights need more regulation?
  19. Government Steps Up Repayment Of Student Loans
  20. Rump Presbyterian Church votes to allow oral, anal sex for Clergy
  21. Handi-Van driver accused of sexually assaulting mentally handicapped woman
  22. “Pacific Gibraltar: U.S.-Japanese Rivalry over the Annexation of Hawaii, 1885-1898,” by William Michael Morgan
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Saturday, May 21, 2011
May 21, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1217 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Maui Armed Forces Day Picnic TODAY
  2. Israel Day Hawaii Celebration May 29
  3. VIDEO: Herman Cain announces GOP Presidential Bid
  4. Abercrombie signs public lands bills into law
  5. Natural Resource Agencies Collaborate to Help Conserve Forestry Lands in Hawaii
  6. Hirono vs. Lingle Round 2?
  7. Rep. Johanson Selected for Prestigious Emerging Leaders Program
  8. Senator Clayton Hee files false ethics reports for years
  9. Sen Josh Green Leads Doctors into Medical Jail
  10. Plata o Plombo? Electronic Medical Records Subsidy Keeps Kona Hospital in Black
  11. Construction industry worries about fallout from rail lawsuit
  12. Abercrombie tells Nurses it is their own fault if HGEA doesn’t take care of them
  13. Honolulu Reapportionment Commission Named
  14. Hawaii Ranks #3 in Homelessness
  15. With APEC breathing down their necks, Honolulu Work Crews suddenly become efficient
  16. State Guests “Disinvited” From Pirates of the Caribbean Screening
  17. State Supreme Court issues rules to accompany foreclosure proceedings
  18. Hawaii human trafficking suspect appeals civil case loss
  19. FBI Adopts Waipahu School
  20. Hawaii County Illegal Smokers being ticketed
  21. High hopes for ignition interlock
  22. Windward bike-sharing program promotes government waste
  23. E-Waste Recycling program falling apart as trash piles up
  24. First Wind issues $200M in notes for new wind projects
  25. Latino Community Grew Almost 40% in Hawaii Over Last Decade
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Friday, May 20, 2011
May 20, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1531 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics
  1. VIDEO: Abercrombie squares off with Maui Nurses
  2. Djou responds to Hirono Campaign Announcement
  3. UHERO County Forecast: Uneven Recovery Continues
  4. SA: Abercrombie off to rough start
  5. Police Roust Kenoi, Chang from Drunken Party
  6. Hawaiian Home Lands Owes $2,500 for Treadmill
  7. HTA: Tourism set for near-record year
  8. Dead on Arrival: Obama Admin to ask for $250M for Honolulu Rail
  9. District Pork Hard to Track at the Ledge
  10. Legislators raise GE Tax $350M, proud of …uh… not raising GE Tax
  11. Surprise, surprise: Maui hydro proposal causing controversy
  12. Long-awaited Kuhio Park Terraces revamp begins
  13. Castle doubles down on schools (good money after bad)
  14. DoE employee arrested in first child enticement case involving 'live victim'
  15. Study: HIV on the rise with Asian and Pacific Islander Women
  16. Less Federal Funds: Hawaii's anti-terror funding cut despite APEC
  17. Geothermal: How Much will OHA make after theft of Wao Kele O Puna
  18. Were Kings and Queens of Hawaii Really Hawaiian?
  19. Hawaiian Rights vs DLNR at Supreme Court
  20. US judge fines contractor for human trafficking
  21. Regents Split on Research Center's Future, Punt Decision to UH President
  22. Cayetano: 14 years, 10 dogs, and Salmon
  23. Maui Chamber needs more donations to continue Fourth of July fireworks
  24. Maui selected for smart-grid demonstration
  25. Castle Foundation commits $10 million to public education
  26. Transsexual Farrington HS Student now edits website
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Thursday, May 19, 2011
May 19, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1119 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics
  1. Hawaii WW2 vet to Obama: “Shape up and start acting like an American”
  2. FRIDAY Last Day to Vote for Honolulu Neighborhood Board
  3. Larry Mehau Associate Mazie Hirono Announces Campaign for US Senate
  4. Hawaii Judges Cannot Be Impartial About Rail Project
  5. US Census: Hawaii home ownership only 57.7%
  6. DBEDT: State Forecasts Remain Optimistic
  7. RESULTS: Cain tops Hawaii GOP Presidential Straw Poll
  8. Courthouse News: Watchdogs & Ex-Hawaii Officials Aim to Shelve Mass Transit Project
  9. Not to Rule over Hawaii: Obama's 9th Circuit nominee Goodwin Liu heading for Defeat Thursday?
  10. To Rule over Hawaii: Obama nominates former Planned Parenthood Board member for 9th Circuit
  11. Social Security Admin releases Top 100 baby names for Hawaii
  12. Your Private Information Public? HHS Audit finds massive Security Gaps in Electronic Medical Records
  13. Victory: Senate Republicans Save Hawaii from Berkeley Liu
  14. Cabanilla, Wooley, English among Least Effective Lawmakers
  15. Neighborhood Board Voting ends Friday
  16. Homelessness Industry Admits 75% would go to shelters if we stop feeding them on the Streets
  17. Three Weeks After Rail Fact-Finding Trip, Still No Report
  18. State forecasts increase in jobs
  19. AP, ABC Weigh in on Moody’s Hawaii Downgrade
  20. BOE wants single, more rigorous track to earn high school diploma
  21. Common Cause Targets Instant Runoff Voting for a Comeback Next Year
  22. Kauai Resort property tax hike fails
  23. Kau: Modest version of Hawaiian Riviera Resort envisioned
  24. Council to chop W. Hawaii golf subsidy
  25. Oi: Bill to ban texting in crosswalks won't work, but changed attitudes would
  26. UH Board of Regents To Vote on Major Research Center's Closure
  27. "Interim" is the Title for 8 of 19 Deans at UH Manoa
  28. Daily KOS Claims Lingle has no future
  29. Bank Lobbyist Served on Hawaii Fore closure Task Force
  30. Big Save stores sold to Times
  31. Hawaii Libertarian Party Convention to meet Saturday
  32. Accused Murderer Walks after Two Mistrials
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Wednesday, May 18, 2011
May 18, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 813 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Abercrombie’s Medical Homes scheme rejected by Mayo Clinic, other top clinics
  2. HGEA to Nurses: State not Responsive to Negotiations
  3. APEC Prep: Abercrombie Reveals 90-Day Homeless Plan
  4. Schatz still trying to find “More Federal Funds”
  5. Top Abercrombie Fundraiser Endorses Republican Presidential Campaign
  6. HCDA Hearing on Future Development of Barbers Point/Kalaeloa
  7. Moody’s Cuts Hawaii’s Bond Rating
  8. Hawaii Congressional Delegation How They Voted May 16
  9. Analysis: Budgets Swell for All but Two Hawaii Depts.
  10. Abercrombie copies Waihee: Secrecy led to Broken Trust
  11. Ward: 18 Bills which were originally Republican Ideas
  12. Shapiro: Senate race a re-run of 2002?
  13. Council, Mayor Threaten to Sue Each Other Over New Rail Agency
  14. What if Honolulu Rail Fails?
  15. Moody’s Downgrades State of Hawaii’s General Obligation Bond Rating
  16. Could add 0.2% to interest rate on Bonds
  17. Hawaii Pacific Health touts Financial Incentives agreement with HMSA: Make OUR patients more healthy—by throwing the sick ones out
  18. Lawmakers as Bait to Lure Lobbyists
  19. State aims to clear out homeless for APEC
  20. Abercrombie: Don’t feed the Homeless
  21. Hawai‘i federal judges look like poster kids for rail suit
  22. The EA Rip-Off: Why Hawaii’s Environmental Policy is Failing
  23. Hippies found Squatting in Back of Washington Place
  24. Free Ride: Council rejects plan to end Free Bus Fares on Big Island
  25. APEC Targets Pacific Wide Free Trade Zone in Upcoming US Summit
  26. DARE Funds Cut
  27. New Fraud Claim Against Missing Bank of America Employee
  28. Stalled Once, Developer Returns With New Master Plan For Ewa, Kapolei
  29. Breaking: Koolauloa politics heat up, physical assault alleged
  30. Record number earn Native Hawaiian law certificate
  31. Sun Yat-Sen’s Views About Overthrow?
  32. BOOK REVIEW: Man who added Hawaii to the map
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Tuesday, May 17, 2011
May 17, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1166 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics
  1. Moody’s Cuts Hawaii’s Bond Rating
  2. Hawaii Congressional Delegation How They Voted May 16
  3. Study: Hawaiian Islands Feudal system in 1400 AD
  4. Lingle Pushes Senate Decision to Summer
  5. SHOCK POLL: Labor unions ranked high in influence
  6. VIDEO: Abercrombie Bickers with Maui Nurses
  7. Nurses group questions MMMC rent payments for empty structure
  8. HPD's 2 deputy chiefs intend to give up posts
  9. Honolulu inflation ranked No. 4 in nation in 2010
  10. SA: OIP has public duty to issue opinion
  11. Fact Check: Abercrombie wrong about Medicaid Enrollment Growth
  12. Beacon Communities' birthday emphasizes 'journey' ahead
  13. HMSA, Kaiser in the black so far this year
  14. Unity House tries to sell Lotus hotel
  15. Wind Farms get a pass while Enviros hammer KIUC over dead birds
  16. Property taxes 180% higher after Supreme Court rejects Kauai Ohana Amendment
  17. Crisis? Council: $200K trash haul study waste of money
  18. Kauai Councilman Votes Money for his own Non-profit
  19. FACE Rallies for illegal migrants
  20. Star-Advertiser makes room for Democrat Campaign Commercial
  21. Obama’s sister: Private schools should share resources with Public Schools
  22. Court rejects appeal of Kamehameha case
  23. VIDEO: Hawaii Law Enforcement Memorial ground breaking
  24. Dopers fire back at Green, Shapiro
  25. Akaka introduces foreclosure overhaul in Senate
  26. Hawaiian Crab Extinction Linked To Ancient Human Presence
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Monday, May 16, 2011
May 16, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 741 Views :: Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Hawaii GOP sets March 13 for GOP Presidential Caucuses
  2. Hawaii Republicans Pass first-ever Resolution Against Akaka Bill
  3. Abercrombie: Nurses must suffer to pay for Medicaid Expansion
  4. Abercrombie: I am right and people are ungrateful
  5. CB: Abercrombie Says He Will 'Roll Over' AARP—Pension Tax coming back
  6. Democrat Senate Primary: Hanabusa, Hirono, Hannemann duke it out over chance to defeat Case
  7. If She Runs, Lingle Wants 'Strategy for Victory'
  8. Poll: Concern grows over rail's cost
  9. U.S. Supreme Court declines Kamehameha admissions case
  10. HR: Hawaii GOP Resolutions Oppose Rail Project, Akaka Bill and All Tax/Fee Hikes
  11. Calvin Say: ERS Reform is most important accomplishment
  12. Medicaid Cuts to affect 50% of Molokai
  13. Survey: 93% of Molokai Residents say no to Wind Farm
  14. The rise in the cost of petroleum will not stop the recovery, Hawaii experts say
  15. Local Psychiatrist Says Hawaii ready for APEC
  16. Crisis? State peddles program for renting of bicycles
  17. Traceability expert leaves Hawaii
  18. Meda Chesney-Lind chosen as commencement speaker
  19. Gingrich endorses Obamacare
  20. ABC: Trump Not Running for President
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Sunday, May 15, 2011
May 15, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 923 Views :: Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. VIDEO: Huckabee announces he is not running for President
  2. Lingle: “Seriously considering” Senate Run
  3. Poll Heavy with Democrats but Abercrombie Approval still Drops to 50%
  4. Bombastic, In your face Abercrombie is Out of Control
  5. Pension: Reigning in Hawaii's labor costs
  6. Lawmakers Should Have Taken Own Pension Medicine
  7. SA: Address costs of elder care before coping turns to crisis
  8. SA: Placing needy in housing costs millions
  9. Does OIP have the legal authority to “punt”?
  10. Who is making these judgment calls in the Honolulu Prosecutor’s Office?
  11. Telescope opponent says Hawaiian goddess will testify
  12. After decades of paying $1 a year, Bowfin girds for big rent increase
  13. Maui Lawmakers sorry film tax credit on cutting room floor
  14. TheBus No. 1 in rides to work
  15. Officers' memorial to break ground
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Saturday, May 14, 2011
May 14, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1391 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Hawaii State Republican Convention to Meet this Weekend
  2. HMSA: Mail-order Pharmaceutical plan losing support of Hawaii Physicians
  3. Seeking Development Approval, Kyo-ya easy mark for Abercrombie’s Free Sand Shakedown
  4. Legislative Wrap-up Video: Rep Ward, Sen Slom Town Hall meeting Hawaii Kai
  5. If CoR cuts forecast, Abercrombie will demand Special Session
  6. Transit Case Assigned To Mainland Judge
  7. Hall Stepping Down as Hawaiian Homes Deputy after Treadmill Purchase exposed
  8. New OIP refuses to challenge governor on judge names list (Quid pro Quo)
  9. Price of Rail Environmental Study Doubled To $156 Million
  10. Protesters Hound Alternative Energy Projects Statewide
  11. HMSA, Straub, Wilcox, Pali Momi sign agreement to ration care
  12. Hyperbole: Abercrombie promises Gov’t Spending will Cut Kauai Unemployment in Half
  13. Hawaii Muslims help State Department Brainwash International Students
  14. Unpaid wages mount for hundreds in job city says wasn't for rail
  15. Bed bugs and superbug bacteria linked
  16. $349 Million In Lost Revenue: The Economic Cost Of Violence In Hawaii
  17. VIDEO: Yagong counters mayor’s budget plan
  18. HOPE Probation Works: Why Choosing Research and Facts Over Sensationalism and Anecdotes Make for Better Criminal Justice Policy
  19. First Wind unable to find location (so sad)
  20. Reporter gets dirt on Elected Official, but does not use it
  21. Hawaii's sex offenders Part 3: Protecting your children
  22. Wanted for Rape in Hawaii, Fugitive busted in Oregon 11 years later
  23. Deputy police chief's son arrested in alleged theft
  24. 442nd vet changed Hawaii through politics and law
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Friday, May 13, 2011
May 13, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 884 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Obamacare: HMSA announces statewide scheme to cut costs
  2. Honolulu Cellphone Ban: You can Walk the walk, but don’t talk the talk
  3. Hui files federal lawsuit to stop rail plans
  4. Council member wants 'Plan B' to raise taxes, raid Bus funds in case rail funding is short
  5. Rail transit rolls forward with stops for questions
  6. Abercrombie: Put Multi-Member Districts on ballot for 2012
  7. Shapiro: Senatorial Pique forces Special Session
  8. Say, Oshiro Best in Hawaii House at Passing Own Bills
  9. Impact of New Retirement Rules: Smaller Pensions
  10. PBN: ‘Frustrated’ Abercrombie is good CEO because he uses Twitter, and gave an excuse for not releasing Judicial nominees
  11. Civil Beat Shares Hawaii Legislative Agency Salaries
  12. Efficiency?  Cost Cutting? Hawaii's largest health insurer will raise its premiums by 3.7% in July
  13. Crisis?  $4.5M for new Judiciary Building
  14. Fear of being politically incorrect strangles UH Athletics
  15. Aulani to hire 800 "cast members" to fill "roles"
  16. Update: Nordstrom will pursue theft charges against HPD deputy chief's son
  17. HNN: Sex Predators Among Us
  18. Why Trial Lawyers Love Enviros, OHA—and fear Mainland
  19. Psychos, race baiters duke it out on Hawaii County Council
  20. Luddites, Anti-Superferry protesters prepare to defeat Hydro Power on Kauai
  21. A Grandmother Speaks Against Wind Farm
  22. Political Correctness Tours to begin in Honolulu
  23. Last bale of Hawaiian Waste trash disposed of
  24. Honolulu Mulls Phone Ban for Pedestrians
  25. Hawaii's newest public school fills fast
  26. Regulators lift consent order against Central Pacific
  27. Omidyar won’t say how long he will pay for Civil Beat
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Thursday, May 12, 2011
May 12, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 705 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Plaintiffs Seek Injunction to block Honolulu Rail Construction, Contracting
  2. Brookings: Honolulu The Bus is #1 Transit System in Nation
  3. Honolulu’s Frieda Takaki to head US Employee Stock Ownership Foundation
  4. Porn Pastor to appear at former Wahiawa XXX Store
  5. VIDEO: Newt Gingrich announces Presidential Campaign
  6. Psychiatrists Boycott Honolulu Meeting Over Desmond Tutu Invitation
  7. Council puts rein on rail spending
  8. General Fund Deposits down 2.3% or up 2.9%, depending…
  9. Hawaii’s agencies outspend private business on Washington lobbying
  10. Convention Center May Not Host President, Other Leaders During APEC
  11. Honolulu mayor: possible prostitution spike for APEC
  12. APEC Practice Run: 10,000 Psychiatrists
  13. Nanny City: Bill would outlaw holding iPads and cellphones while crossing city streets
  14. Hawaii foreclosure decline is mainly due to major lenders holding back on new filings, experts say
  15. Trust in supervisors cited in Police overtime scam
  16. Council ends discount on tipping fees for recycling
  17. Money for Candidates: 9-11 trooothers thank Hawaii Co Council
  18. Lawmaker Carroll fined for late filing of reports
  19. Pflueger asks appeals court to dismiss manslaughter charges
  20. Abercrombie demands Turtle Bay owners give ag land to Trust for Public Land
  21. Kailua Fireworks Group Seeks Support from Businesses, Residents, for 4th of July Show
  22. Hyphen APA Heritage Month Profiles: Cindy Adams, Executive Director of the Hawaii Meth Project
  23. Coal, Eucalyptus chip in to generate power 
  24. Oi: No “screaming invective” for traditional marriage
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Wednesday, May 11, 2011
May 11, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1135 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Berg: Allow Mobile Home Parks to provide Affordable Housing?
  2. Hawaii Nursing Home Care costs 58% more than National Average
  3. VIDEO: Rep Gene Ward’s Sine Die Speech
  4. SA on Hawaii ERS Debt? Nothing to see here, just move along
  5. Harimoto on Rail: “There Will be Problems”
  6. Hawaii to limit Medicaid eligibility, reduce benefits to save $75M
  7. DoE Loses only $16M in budget
  8. AG Louie, ACLU team up to allow Delivery of Medicated Marijuana
  9. Their incompetence could give lawmakers a pay raise
  10. Abercrombie upset after Star-Advertiser identifies him as failure
  11. Federal Judge Calls Legislature’s Inaction “A Terrible Thing”
  12. Legislature Fails to fund settlement for DoE rape Victim
  13. CB: Hawaii Republicans Strike Out at Legislature
  14. Not dissuaded by rejection of Pension Tax - Abercrombie
  15. After dropping Vaccination Funding, Schatz tries to talk insurers into paying for it
  16. Isles' long-term care costs high, survey shows
  17. Carlisle Admin repeats Hannemann and Harris Admin calls to divest Affordable Housing
  18. Berg: Put Zoo in Diamond Head Crater
  19. Crisis? Counties pour money into Swampland, Open Space, Vacant positions, Reserve Fund, Swinging bridge
  20. Kauai County auditor hampered by external delays, influences
  21. Kam Schools is top Spender on Lobbying
  22. Schatz prepares for APEC: 200,000 Japanese Hula Dancers showcase Hawaii’s legitimacy
  23. Former Ag Bennett Defends State’s Manslaughter Case Against Jimmy Pflueger
  24. Honolulu is Only City in America with Increasing Home Prices
  25. Kakaako: Open Space preferred to Presidential Library
  26. Cabanilla pushes Democrat Takeover of Public Housing Agency
  27. Facebook Post blows Liquor Inspectors’ Cover
  28. Dispute Over Hawaii Kai Marina Association’s Financial Management May Go to Court
  29. Coming to Hawaii Soon? Fishermen Attempt Suicide after “Catch-Share” Regulations Destroy Industry
  30. Alarming combo: Bedbugs with 'superbug' germ found
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Tuesday, May 10, 2011
May 10, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1182 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

 

  1. Coverup: DoE changes tests, surveys to create illusion of progress
  2. UPDATE: Hawaii Right to Life PAC endorses more Honolulu Neighborhood Board Candidates
  3. Hawaii Congressional Delegation: How They Voted May 9
  4. Borreca: Abercrombie will face a day of reckoning
  5. The Table of Shame - can we afford everything we wish for?
  6. Nails in the Coffin: Legislature approves 252 bills this year
  7. As Redistricting Looms: Abercrombie touts Return to Multi-Member Districts
  8. Hawaii Ethics Commission Hasn't Issued Advisory Opinion Since 2006
  9. ACT 221 Scammers on Big Wind: Governor must Seize Molokai Ranch and Give it to us!
  10. Higher Electricity Sales mask Effects of Decoupling
  11. Crisis? Kauai County Begins Hiring
  12. Recycling subsidy in danger
  13. Murkowski welcomes U.S. Sen. Daniel Akaka back to work after rib injury
  14. APEC Preparations: Weak start for state’s homeless initiative
  15. APEC Preparations: Prostitution expected to surge for APEC
  16. APEC Preparations: Free plane ticket to Texas for homeless woman in Waikiki
  17. Point Panic Homeless Camp proposed as Site for Obama Library
  18. Expensive Private School Brainwashes Manoa Children
  19. Pot-Heads, State of Hawaii team up to soak landowner for $15,000 a day
  20. Hordes of Wildly Posturing Activists block Appointment of Kauai Archaeologist
  21. Sellers’ Remorse: Maori get head back
  22. Hitler Poster Child Changes Life, Finds Hawaii Home
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Monday, May 09, 2011
May 9, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 761 Views :: Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Medical Homes: Will Medicaid patients suffer to save HGEA, UPW?
  2. Opening Pandora's Box Of Hidden Tax Increases
  3. DHHL outlines plan to reduce number of leases, keep beneficiaries waiting
  4. Special Session? Rep Belatti outlines Legislative Payraise Scenarios
  5. SA: Students do better when they spend less time around the DoE
  6. SA: Authorize and Sell Rail Bonds Now
  7. JAL: Golden Week visitors to Hawaii down 41.7%
  8. Aloha Cargo, part of Young Bros Monopoly, reaps benefits of Superferry’s demise
  9. NYT: Hawaii Captive Insurance Laws help create “Shadow Insurance Industry”
  10. Hawaii Tax Credits behind Obama Admin scheme to Tax Drivers by Miles Driven
  11. Hawaii Foreclosure Law could weaken Mortgage Securities Market
  12. OHA’s Robert Klein helping Gold Coast Residents make State pay for their Seawall
  13. Session Wrap: Agriculture, Aina Fail to inspire Taxes and Subsidies
  14. Petition to Require an EA for EA Exemption Lists
  15. UH Tree Ring Study: Global Warming started in 1700s
  16. Crazy Scene: 10,000 psychiatrists gathering for annual meeting in Honolulu
  17. Samoa to jump forward in time by one day
  18. FP: Inouye threatens Cut-off of Palestinian Aid Money if Hamas Joins Gov’t
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Sunday, May 08, 2011
May 8, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1477 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Honolulu GOP Releases List of Republican Neighborhood Board candidates
  2. UHERO: Hawaii’s Government Pork feeding frenzy coming to an end
  3. Abercrombie to Democrats: We are to blame for all of Hawaii’s Problems
  4. Huge Success: Duke Aiona’s Drug Courts 1/3 of National Recidivism Rate
  5. Nonaka: New Taxes cost $2400 for family of four
  6. Abercrombie Declares War on AARP, promises to bring back Pension tax
  7. Abercrombie may call Special Session to balance Budget on Backs of Seniors, Employees
  8. Pension tax idea galvanized potent voting bloc
  9. HB865: Abercrombie doubles Freight Tax to hire more HGEA
  10. Maui Budget: Spending, Taxes Both Hiked
  11. Oily Characters: Robin Danner studies North Dakota Indian Reservation to learn how to set up government
  12. New Hawaii law signed last week makes it harder for lenders to confiscate people's homes
  13. Abercrombie-Schatz Initiative to help homeless fails to get even one person off streets
  14. Environmentalists rally against proposed beach hotel tower
  15. Invasive Species Control Threatens Endangered Native Birds
  16. Kauai County’s energy savings flicker
  17. Taiwan sponsoring exhibit on Hawaii-educated Sun Yat-sen at Honolulu's city hall
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Saturday, May 07, 2011
May 7, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1152 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Feds may prosecute State employees who carry out Medical Marijuana Program
  2. Abercrombie Imposes Obamacare: Medical Homes are future of Health Care Delivery
  3. Inouye Introduces Bills to Imprison Fishermen, seize boats
  4. SB120: Legislators authorize raid of more than $17 million in special funds
  5. Abercrombie: “Political Status quo strongly in place--We did not get all we wanted”
  6. Abercrombie signs Foreclosure bill, Vetoes two others
  7. HGEA Hiring Re-started: Bigger state budget restores some jobs
  8. Obamacare: Governor announces ‘medical home’ concept
  9. State to cut funding for Ohana, Evercare
  10. How Legislators will get their pay raise after voting against it
  11. Ever optimistic, lawmakers hope for veto of pay-cut bill
  12. More public schools drop out of summer sessions
  13. Session Wrap: Hawaii Gets New Appointed Education Board, Not Much Else
  14. Session Wrap: Energy Bills Pass, But Little Spark
  15. Undersea cable bill sunk by lawmakers
  16. Legislature votes to force Ratepayers to bail out biofuel project
  17. Rolling in Dough: Kauai FY12 supplemental budget $21 million higher
  18. Yagong displeased with mayor's plan to delay retiree insurance premiums
  19. Hawaii Legislature passes bills to help Hilo lessees
  20. Hawaii to receive more than $47 million in Title I education money
  21. Install Waikiki street cams
  22. Just in time for APEC, Environmentalists continue to allow Spread of Bedbugs throughout Hawaii
  23. Four Castle students arrested on suspicion of burglaries
  24. Clayton Hee kills effort to fix flawed DUI law
  25. Kakaako homeless man is the King of Clean
  26. HMA teams up with mainland company
  27. Among The Truthers
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Friday, May 06, 2011
May 6, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1159 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

 

  1. Panos to Council: Floating Rail Bonds before federal funds are secured is dereliction of duty
  2. Video: Kahuku Wind turbines don’t even turn on windy day
  3. SA: Dick Rowland: The Grassroot Institute founder promotes the cause of liberty
  4. High Turnout in Neighborhood Board Elections
  5. How Abercrombie suckered Senate into Creating GE Tax Bogeyman
  6. Will Force Special Session to raise taxes more: Abercrombie expected to veto Flawed Legislative Pay Cut Extension
  7. CoR, Unfinished Business Could Bring legislature Back For More
  8. Hawaii kills undersea power cable bill (For now)
  9. Solar power firms fight for subsidies
  10. Hawaii Lawmakers Agree to Pension Reform for New Hires
  11. Freight Tax Doubled: Hawaii Consumers forced to pay for HGEA Jobs
  12. Kenoi's budget cuts 2%
  13. Geniuses: Kauai Co figures out that it doesn’t make sense to sell bonds and not use the money
  14. Treadmill Mystery At Hawaiian Home Lands
  15. Palafox gives up UH medical school post
  16. Police officer found not guilty in false-overtime case
  17. Law Stops Non-Judicial Foreclosures For 12 Months
  18. Sen Akaka recovering after breaking 2 ribs while preparing to denounce Special Forces
  19. CB Poll: Only Obamabots think Obama gets credit for Killing Bin-Laden
  20. Is Councilmember a Radio-Controlled Robot?
  21. Homeless Tent City in Waianae: They don’t do anything, leave loads of trash behind
  22. Dopers: Obama Reneges On States Rights on Medical Marijuana
  23. Visitor industry gives back to Maui County troops
  24. Gambling With Hawaii: The fight over legalizing gambling
  25. Hawaii hotel occupancy slips; room rates rise
  26. New Deal for Hong Kong and US trade
  27. 7-Eleven plans to add 46 stores in Hawaii
  28. Oahu H-POWER plant expansion reaches halfway point
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Thursday, May 05, 2011
May 5, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1263 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Hawaii Christian Coalition to Pray over Capitol May 5
  2. Study: Hawaii has most expensive rentals in Nation
  3. VIDEO: House Republicans speak up on Taxes, Budget
  4. Marumoto: State becoming addicted to Marijuana Money
  5. Berg on Transit Authority: Mayor, Council Leadership put Cronyism ahead of qualifications
  6. Cam Cavasso: Family and the Future
  7. Hawaii Right to Life PAC endorses Neighborhood Board Candidates
  8. Slom: Business freeze hiring in response to Legislature, Non-Profits may close doors
  9. Hawaii citizens missed some lawmakers’ bullets; bit others
  10. Marumoto: Retirees have won the Day, Pension Tax is Dead
  11. Political Correctness: SEALS who got Bin Laden also captured Jihadi murderer of Big Isle man—and were prosecuted for it
  12. Inouye, Akaka votes: A ticket to USA for Guantanamo detainee who attempted attack on Honolulu
  13. UH Medical School to lose Tobacco Settlement Funding
  14. Akaka, Inouye to hold hearing to complain about ‘racist’ language used by Special Forces killing Osama
  15. Hawaii Legislature poised to approve broad changes in public worker retirement benefits
  16. Slom Questions If State Legislative Budget is Balanced
  17. Its Party Time! Jobs Available Soon At Some State Agencies
  18. Abercrombie, BoE, Obama’s Sister put on Education Reform Dog n Pony Show
  19. Hawaii lawmakers to vote on massive pay hike
  20. Race Hustlers Recognize State Akaka Tribe is Illegal
  21. Conklin: Best for Process to fizzle once again
  22. Bond sales for rail work get preliminary approval
  23. Honolulu Council Learns Rail Contractor Gave A Gift — Two Months Later
  24. Abercrombie sends out Lawyer to Argue for Judicial Secrecy
  25. UH Manoa Perfesser gets no jail time for Rape of Child
  26. Hawaii Conspirator in Thai Laborer Trafficking Case Admits Guilt
  27. Hawaii lawmakers kill proposal to end Medicare Part B reimbursement benefit to public retirees
  28. Hawaii Hotel Room Revenue up 19%
  29. REAL ID: Hawaii Not In Compliance, Residents may be blocked from flying without Passports in January, 2013
  30. Schatz: Feds Will Provide APEC Funds
  31. Legislators seize Tobacco Funds, cut $4 million from medical school fund
  32. After 30 Years of Failure, Legislature votes to re-fund Aloha Tower Development Corp.
  33. Proposal would require developers to provide warning sirens
  34. Kauai Bus Shelters $50K Each
  35. Hawaii Co Ending Free Bus Fares
  36. $40 Million Revenue Bond Bill Benefits Energy Venture
  37. Pork Project: Inouye delivers $5.5M for Green Energy and Pig Slop
  38. Guam Mayors Concerned About Possibility That Marine Buildup Won't Happen
  39. Oahu elementary school accredited as International Baccalaureate World School
  40. Maryland suspends Hawaii autism doctor's license
  41. HPD Officer Had 2x Legal Alcohol Limit
  42. Trial opens for HPD officer accused in overtime pay scandal
  43. Kau: Convicted Killer Occupies Million Dollar Shoreline Parcel
  44. Michigan Republicans Threaten to cut off Michigan Welfare Card use in Hawaii
  45. Gambling with Paradise: Illegal activities in Hawaii
  46. 'Million-dollar sharks' a boon to eco-tourism, says study
  47. Legislature praised for work on Dogs, Peacocks
  48. Donald Trump's lawsuits could turn off conservatives who embrace tort reform
  49. SA: Championship series needs reform
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Wednesday, May 04, 2011
May 4, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1214 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics
  1. Double-Digit Spending Increase and Taxes to Match: Senate Passes Budget 24-1
  2. STATEMENT FROM ABERCROMBIE ON PASSAGE OF LEGISLATIVE BUDGET
  3. Sewer Line Back Up Closes Capitol Toilets
  4. Big Victory for Abercrombie’s HSTA/DoE/BoE: Legislature stalls 180 day law
  5. First Item on New BoE Agenda: Take Care of Matayoshi
  6. Online shopping tax bills die in Hawaii
  7. ILind Looks at 14 Bills Passed by Legislature
  8. State's Flu-Shot Program Threatened
  9. Stanley Chang caught lying about Support for Gas Tax Increase
  10. Debt Service on Rail Bonds $380M/year
  11. Hawaii House-Senate committee backs health care reform conformity bill
  12. FACT CHECK — HGEA: Public Nurse Pay 'Woefully' Behind Private Sector?
  13. Hawaii Loses Substitute Teacher Class Action Suit, Could Owe $70 Million
  14. Price of Tavares: Battle over permits doubles cost of center for Molokai veterans
  15. KIUC Pursues Real Renewable Electricity, so Enviros Mount Opposition
  16. Luddites push Kauai Co to Harass Seed Industry
  17. Homeless Bills Miss Deadline
  18. Attorney General Louie confirmed by Hawaii Senate, completing Gov. Abercrombie's Cabinet
  19. Inmate sues state and prison guards fired for beating him
  20. Shapiro: Green on right track to make medicinal pot rules more rigid
  21. Trailer Parks for Homeless on Ag land?
  22. Kahuku Village managers Ousted
  23. Developers may be shut out of cash for affordable housing
  24. Mid Pacific Institute Enviros brainwash Preschoolers
  25. HPD Releases Cost for President’s Hawaii Security Detail
  26. Book Reviews of Biography of Obama’s Mother
  27. CBS chief calls 'Hawaii Five-0' next billion-dollar franchise
  28. Hawaii attorney general may join BCS lawsuit
  29. The Oracle Nation Of Islam Answers The Call To Hawaii
  30. “Khalid Shaikh Mohammed basically gave up nothing until after he had been waterboarded”
  31. Tight security at Obama granny's Kenya home
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Tuesday, May 03, 2011
May 3, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1167 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. SB1274: Obamacare being used to Weaken Right to Appeal Insurance Coverage Denials
  2. Abercrombie signature gives special rights to Men who wear Dresses
  3. Nuclear Regulatory Commission looking into Depleted Uranium paperwork violations
  4. Maritime Industry Leader: Throw out Jones Act requirement for US Built ships
  5. Poverty Pimps Thrilled about State Akaka Bill
  6. After they raise our taxes, legislators will be seeking cover
  7. Pay raises for legislators not dead yet
  8. Abercrombie, Obama’s Sister and Omidyar cronies to discuss how to protect HSTA/DOE/BoE from angry parents
  9. Abercrombie Donor Kelly Hu Hosts Poker Tourney
  10. Pork Project: Hawaii Legislature Finds Money to Help Oahu Slaughterhouse
  11. Money for Inter-Island Cable, Credits For Clinton Crony Studio Dead?
  12. Governor Lobbies Lawmakers to pay for dark cable to Lanai, Molokai Big Wind projects
  13. Wind farm, ACT 221 scammers, push back against Geothermal expansion
  14. PUC denies First Wind's request for 'Big Wind' extension
  15. Michigan Welfare Money being Spent in Hawaii
  16. Do you know how long I’ve been in Government? Honolulu Councilmembers shout at testifiers
  17. WHT: Kenoi Campaign Manager cancels no-bid Police Services Contract after media Inquiries
  18. Kyo-ya Hotel: Three of Five Zoning Board Members have Conflicts of Interest
  19. Hawaii Trial Judges Worst Paid in U.S.
  20. Crisis? 16.9% More Spending for Kauai Human Resources Dep’t
  21. Crisis? $30M Projects for Kona
  22. Hawaii homeowners threatened by foreclosure would have options to stay in homes
  23. Hawaii Muslims painted as Victims by Islam Day Proponent
  24. Six decades after death, Maui man receives Medal of Honor
  25. State Court Employees Contribute $19,489 to Japan Relief Fund
  26. Hawaii Seeks to Prohibit Sale of Intact Pets
  27. With Enactment of Hawaii Employment Non-Discrimination Law, One-Quarter of U.S. States Ban Discrimination on the Basis of Gender Identity
  28. Program nurses a need
  29. Work resumes at Oahu's oldest church for construction of a multi-purpose center
  30. Obama’s friend pleads no contest in prostitution case
  31. Rasmussen: No Osama Bounce for Obama
  32. Donald The Mole

 

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Monday, May 02, 2011
May 2, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1491 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics, World News, World Politics
  1. Special Forces exterminate Osama Bin-Laden: Hideout was mansion next to Pakistani Military Academy
  2. Legislature to vote on $350M Increase in GE Tax
  3. Whirlwind legislative session draws to a close May 5
  4. Abercrombie signs Eight More Bills into Law
  5. Local Reaction To Osama’s Death: Relief, Worry
  6. Threat Level Raised At All Hawaii Army Installations
  7. How Much Hawaii Legislature’s Tax Hikes Will Cost You ($600M)
  8. Hawaii Legislature Increases Taxes, Spending, but Some Controversial Tax Measures Die
  9. Pay Raises for Hawaii Lawmakers Still on Table
  10. Law Lets Session Draw to a Close With Few Legislators Filing Disclosures
  11. Legislative Session Schedule for This Week
  12. Mortgage Foreclosure Bill Makes Cut
  13. Obama's close friend to appear in Honolulu court on Prostitution Rap
  14. Bill to protect victims of abuse nears OK
  15. Hawaii has nation’s Highest Teen Suicide Rate
  16. BoE Chair Horner continues to abuse Audit word 
  17. APEC conferees will see greener Nimitz Highway
  18. NYT: Standing Up for Guest Workers
  19. Project could help Nanakuli
  20. Honolulu Should Not Give Corporate Welfare Through Favoritism in Recycling Contracts
  21. Councilmember Tulsi Gabbard to drop use of Tamayo
  22. Four Seasons Resort reopens, recovered from tsunami damage
  23. Kauai Co Auditor surprised by county’s skyrocketing electric bill in 2010
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Sunday, May 01, 2011
May 1, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 770 Views :: Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Hawaii spending to increase despite down economy
  2. Contractors Fear GE Tax Hikes Will Hurt Business
  3. House, Senate Reach Deals on Tax Increases
  4. County looks ‘OK’ despite cap on TAT: If tourism picks up, any excess will go into state’s general fund
  5. Bailey: Why are we struggling so hard with the concept of the importance of instructional time in Hawaii?
  6. DoE: 66% of class of 2014 won’t be taking Algebra II
  7. UH pays teachers more than nearly 40% of other PH&D universities
  8. Casino: Midnight at The Sausage Factory
  9. SA: Panel must assure openness to Democrat groups in redrawing voter districts
  10. Obama not immune from state's twisted bureaucracy
  11. Failed Solar Water Heaters to be replaced by On-Demand Hot Water heaters at Mayor Wright…
  12. …meanwhile Hawaii Energy to hand out more Solar Water Heater rebates with federal funds
  13. It Begins: Snapshots of 1930s Japan add “context” at new Arizona Memorial Visitor Center
  14. Parks Statewide Get Sprucing From Thousands Of Volunteers
  15. Medical? Behind backs of Doctors, Doper slips cannabis oil into feeding tubes of cancer stricken child
  16. State Health Officials Declare Latest Dengue Outbreak Over
  17. Land titles expert wrote 'Mahele' book
  18. Hawaii UPW was trailblazer in Communists’ quest for Government Unions
  19. Republican Lawmakers push back against Democrats’ Birther scam
  20. Food shortages and a frigid winter intensify pressures in North Korea
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Saturday, April 30, 2011
April 30, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1245 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics, World News, World Politics
  1. Friends of Lanai Calls for Big Wind Bidding Process to be Reopened
  2. 'Birther' Myth First Spread by Hillary Clinton Supporters in 2008
  3. Capped Out: Conference Committee Seizes Some TAT Revenue from Counties
  4. GE TAX Raised: Will reverberate throughout the economy as higher prices for consumers
  5. Bill Would Raise Hawaii's Production Tax Credits by 20%
  6. Proposal to start a casino in Hawaii dies
  7. Foreclosure aid bills advances
  8. Reefer Madness: Medical marijuana bill dies at the Legislature
  9. Native Hawaiian Recognition Bill Moves Forward in 2011 Legislature
  10. Homeless Hotline Tally So Far: 100 Calls, Emails
  11. Supreme Court Picks Reapportionment Chair
  12. Kailua High teacher charged with throwing hammer at student
  13. Hauula Charter School plans under way
  14. Hawaii residents victimized in ponzi scheme
  15. Horizon Lines reports loss, cites Hawaii slowdown
  16. Is Obama trying to anoint Trump?
  17. Golden Week volunteers help earthquake victims in Japan
  18. Celebration to mark Day of Prayer
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Friday, April 29, 2011
April 29, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 906 Views :: Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Crisis? Arrivals up 9.1% spending up 16.9%
  2. Conspicuous Gallantry: Medal of Honor for Kaho’ohanohano, Svehla
  3. British Hawaii: U.K. flavor in the former 'Sandwich Isles'
  4. Immigration Files: UH Manoa Counseled Obama Sr. “about his Playboy Ways”
  5. Taxpayer Giveaway to Billionaire Clinton Cronies among Key Measures Being Voted Today
  6. Legislators cross swords with voting seniors at own peril
  7. House Wants Pension Tax, Senate Doesn’t
  8. Arrivals up 11.8% despite calamity
  9. Hawaii lawmakers reach deal on state budget, Required $500M in New Taxes
  10. Legalized Gambling Proposal Gains New Life at Hawaii Legislature
  11. HSTA/DoE Wins Big! Longer school day requirement in Hawaii delayed
  12. Big Win for Obama, Enviros: Maui town faces $6 gas amid record price surge
  13. Tax Set at Ten Cents, But Passage Not Yet In The Bag
  14. Crisis? Kauai County declares fiscal position sound
  15. City Lawyers Told Council Members What Not To Ask On Rail Fact-Finding Trip
  16. Redistricting panel's rules inhibit public's participation, groups say
  17. Legislators extend shield law protecting journalists' sources
  18. Hope Probation Strains Hawaii Criminal Justice System
  19. Lawmakers Finally Agree On Anti-Prostitution Bill
  20. Working together, we can break cycle of meth addiction
  21. Tsunami all clear put boaters at risk
  22. Arnold’s contract ordeal points to problems at UH
  23. Hanabusa Hosts Art Competition from which she is Excluded
  24. Relic of 'Blessed' nun to return to Hawaii
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Thursday, April 28, 2011
April 28, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1022 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Hawaii Rated Worst State to Earn a Living
  2. Hawaii Anti-Trust Adventures: Investigating Big Five Control of Matson
  3. VIDEO: House GOP Caucus Hosts Balanced Budget Summit
  4. Abercrombie signs Six More Bills into law
  5. House saves the day after Senate votes 24-1 to dishonor Polynesian Discoverers of Hawaiian Isles
  6. Profitable Rhetoric: Mililani Trask signs Geothermal Deal
  7. Senate Run?  Hanabusa’s got her hand out again
  8. Start over on Big Wind Bidding, group tells state
  9. Legislators May Finish Spending this Morning, Taxing Next
  10. Will Hawaii Legislators Take 5% Pay Hike???
  11. Bag Tax: Enviros Fight Amongst Themselves over how much to steal from Consumers
  12. Golden Week Travel Falls 5% to 30% after Quake
  13. Caldwell/FACE: Mortgage legislation should address only 'bad actor' lenders
  14. Court dismisses challenge of Hawaiian Homes exemption
  15. Suspect Killed by Police had long record: Would be alive today if he were in prison where he belonged
  16. Helping the homeless is byproduct of preparing for APEC
  17. Insurers, Contractors still arguing over who will pay Trial Lawyers
  18. Hawaii Kai residents upset over proposed sewer rate hikes
  19. St Francis Medical center confronts Chapter 11 Again
  20. Bill would add teeth to domestic violence law
  21. Peter Boy is still missing, and his case remains inactive
  22. Dopers in Frenzy over Elimination of “Medical” marijuana for those who just want to feel medicated
  23. State driver’s licenses, ID cards do not conform to federal rules
  24. Big Foot: Hawaii County carbon footprint report released
  25. Hawaii Endangered Bird Conservation Program Recognized For Propagation Achievements
  26. Kill The Frogs?
  27. 3 Hawaii employers among semifinalists for award recognizing support for Guard, reserve troops
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Wednesday, April 27, 2011
April 27, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 873 Views :: Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics
  1. Abercrombie: HGEA Settles “without accusations and confrontation”
  2. HB1405: Lawmakers attempt an end run around the public in order to pass State Akaka bill
  3. Birthers vs. Truthers: The Double Standard on Conspiracy Theories
  4. White House Releases Obama’s Long-Form Birth Certificate
  5. Ignored Locally: Hawaii Investigative Reporter Gets National Recognition
  6. BoE says “Audit”, but No FINANCIAL Audits are planned
  7. Now that a Democrat is Governor, it is Time for Legislature to undo its “mistake” on UH regents
  8. Conference Committee Still Considering More Spending
  9. Abercrombie to Legislature; Just Ignore my AG on Medicare Pt B
  10. $150M Medicaid cuts risk care, opponents say
  11. Hawaii Legislative Conference Committee Working Hard on Instant Runoff Voting Bill
  12. HB688: Transsexual Agenda For Hawaii Schools
  13. Trial Lawyers seek Profit from Mass Release of Criminals
  14. Hawaii Human Trafficking Bill One Step From Governor's Desk
  15. Japanese Tourists 'Will Be Back Soon' to Hawaii
  16. Another Australian Airline to Fly Hawaii Routes
  17. No Hawaii Lawmakers Disclose Dependents With Stocks, Mutual Funds
  18. Josh Green finally figures out Medical Marijuana is a Scam, Pushes for Big Island Dope Dispensary
  19. HGEA vote fell well short of a mandate
  20. Nurses Head for Arbitration?
  21. HGEA Nurses underpaid compared to Private Hospitals
  22. SA: Don’t give more to nurses
  23. Bag Tax: Legislators plan to screw Retailers after luring them in with Revenue Sharing
  24. Coffman Screws Residential Solar Installers, Homeowners
  25. Hawaii to Drain Hurricane Fund to Cover Shortfall
  26. Obama Friend Titcomb Pleads Guilty In Traffic Court Case
  27. He’s No ‘Birther’ but Hawaii Senator Tackles Issues Surrounding Obama’s Birth Certificate
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Tuesday, April 26, 2011
April 26, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1178 Views :: Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics, World News, World Politics
  1. Back to bargaining Table: HGEA Nurses Reject Contract, other 6 Units Ratify
  2. Djou: Oahu has nation’s Highest Gas Taxes, City may raise higher
  3. Honolulu Pacific Office Properties could be De-listed by Stock Exchange
  4. HCR135: Special Interests hijack ALOHA Resolution
  5. Abercrombie signs Eight More Bills into Law
  6. Abercrombie announces Homeless Hotlines
  7. Birthers vs. Truthers: The Double Standard on Conspiracy Theories
  8. Panos for Mayor Again? Decision waits until after APEC in November
  9. Shapiro: Sam Slom moves to the fringe
  10. HSTA/DOE Join to Push Back against 180-day Law: Legislators want to fudge it
  11. Legislature resists governor's 'transformation of politics'
  12. Conference Committees To Focus on Tax Hikes Today
  13. Lawmakers still assuming fantasy returns on Pension Investments
  14. SA: Don't borrow to build rental-car facility  (Capital converted to operating!)
  15. 7000 Join AARP tele-Town Hall, Protest Pension Tax
  16. Department of Taxation suddenly decides cutting GE Tax exemptions will produce $41M less
  17. Amazon will dump Hawaii Affiliates if Legislature imposes GE Tax for online purchases
  18. The Price Is Wrong: Legislative Disclosures Undervalue Real Estate by $100,000s
  19. Hawaii County Property Valuations better than anticipated
  20. Kokobun’s Pork Project: State purchase of slaughterhouse key to food security
  21. Morita, Coffman team up with HELCO to deny Homeowners Solar Funding
  22. Slavery: Another supervisor pleads guilty, Cooperating with Feds?
  23. Kalapa: Nudging Government Toward Reform
  24. City & County of Honolulu Details Rail Bond Financing
  25. Schatz: Homeless 90-day Plan all about APEC
  26. Failed former Senator Ron Menor still out there pushing Gas Cap
  27. Another Honolulu Police officer to be arraigned on another drunken-driving charge
  28. Former TSA screener admits to stealing
  29. Act221 Scammers look to China
  30. Stockbroker Kimura Pleads Guilty
  31. Hawaii Government Employees Association Negotiations Not Authentic
  32. Abercrombie Rejected 2x: Selection Process for University of Hawaii Regents is Suddenly ‘Broken’
  33. Caesars CEO: Poker indictments present opportunity
  34. Judge halts foreclosure; others vulnerable?
  35. Stalinist Media Council still trying to seize HNN Broadcast License
  36. Plans for wave energy on Oregon Coast progressing
  37. Carter and other ex-leaders in North Korea on 3-day visit
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Monday, April 25, 2011
April 25, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 973 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics
  1. Hawaii, Other States, Form Caucus to Oppose TSA Intrusions
  2. Will legislators share in the pay sacrifices?
  3. Taxes On Plastic Bags, Rental Cars, State Pensions, Alcohol Considered
  4. A User's Guide to Hawaii Conference Committees
  5. Hawaii Disclosure Law For Government Officials Not Transparent
  6. Honolulu Department's OT Jumps 49 Percent, Director Won't Talk About It
  7. Real ID:  Unfunded federal mandate to increase county costs
  8. Will Animal Liberation Nuts Torpedo Hawaii’s Collectivized Pork Slaughterhouse?
  9. Do Native Hawaiians Have The Right To Break Rules?
  10. Schools use Financial Aid to replace Family  with Government
  11. Do it for the children: Hawaii's Sex Abuse Treatment Center is truly a lifeline for child victims
  12. Abercrombie plans new initiative to finance Homelessness Industry
  13. On-bill Financing Would Make Clean Energy Accessible to Everyone
  14. Queen Lil Trust pays $100 Tax on $9.9M property
  15. Indicted Scammer makes one last sales pitch … in Hawaii
  16. Sun Country Airlines is Making Profit – Looking at Hawaii
  17. 'Spice' traps troops
  18. Forty-Four Years Later: Worthless dope smoking Bums not welcome at Haight-Ashbury
  19. Why The "Birther" Conspiracy Is Great For Obama
  20. Human Events: Birthers are Best thing Obama Has going for Him
  21. Hawaii senator questions Obama's true birth father
  22. Blessed Marianne Cope Returns to Molokai
  23. Christians save Students from latest DoE Mess, 75% to graduate
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Sunday, April 24, 2011
April 24, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1361 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics
  1. Battery-Back Up system catches Fire at new Kahuku Windfarm—Haz Mat team called in
  2. First meeting promises new direction for BOE  (promises, promises)
  3. Unlike Dods, Horner gives to Dems and GOP
  4. Some Worry Dead Excise Tax May Come Back
  5. Deadline looms for lawmakers struggling to balance budget
  6. State's spurious financial crisis has prompted legislators to look at funds previously off limits
  7. Calif-Hilo flights projected to bring in $50M, begin June 9
  8. New tuition hikes loom: State’s deficit delays decision on a price increase for UH  (Tax Hike Propaganda pt1)
  9. Funding for dams and reservoirs should be restored
  10. SA: Oahu's rail panel needs technical expert aboard
  11. Utility lines to be moved for Honolulu rail
  12. Federal contracts come to women and minorities
  13. Your Tax Dollars At Work: Groups Sue over use of “Wailuku Main Street” Name
  14. Big Isle redistricting to begin
  15. Obamanomics: Teen Unemployment hits 27%
  16. Fish farms struggle as DC-based Luddites try to stop them
  17. As Gays lose interest, Oahu Co Democrats demand State promote Gay Sex Tourism
  18. POLITICO: More than half of Democrats are 9-11 Trooothers
  19. Reality: Donald Trump Is President Obama’s New Best Friend
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Sunday, April 24, 2011
April, 2011 Letters to the Editor
By Letters to the Editor :: 963 Views :: Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics

 

  1. Sentencing reform creates liability issue
  2. No Development Moratorium in Kau
  3. Romy Cachola threatens Barbers Point Park Deal
  4. Habitat for Humanity accepting applications for Homes
  5. Honolulu Rail isn't that much different than Wisconsin

 

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Saturday, April 23, 2011
April 23, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1120 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics
  1. About the Birth Certificate
  2. Newsflash: DAGS releases comprehensive fiscal report for 2009
  3. SA: Feds need to ensure integrity of Hawaii's health care law
  4. HHSC Nurses rejecting HGEA Contract
  5. Hawaii lawmakers to decide on taxes and spending to balance projected $1.3B deficit
  6. Maui Chamber of Commerce: We’re TEA (taxed enough already); cut government instead
  7. High Gas Prices: Just one more excuse to raise taxes
  8. Measure seeks instant runoffs
  9. Real Clean Energy: KIUC Pushes Hydro Power
  10. Nonprofit Directors ask for maintained funding, restoration of grants
  11. Moana Surfrider:  Two Honolulu Zoning Board Members have hidden Conflicts of Interest
  12. Nanakuli industrial park dead
  13. Police officer arrested after Kona Street crash
  14. Herb Kane’s Wisconsin Roots
  15. Gay-Atheists hijack “Aloha Spirit” Resolution
  16. Chemophobia: Increasing levels of mercury found in rare Pacific albatross
  17. Birtherism: Where it all began
  18. Perfesser: Obama provides glimpse of future U.S. leaders
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Friday, April 22, 2011
April 22, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 839 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Killing the 180 Day School Year: HSTA caught in a lie
  2. GOP: Legislature putting Prepaid Health Care Act at risk
  3. Berg: Cut the Golf Subsidy, no new taxes
  4. TEA Party: Support Sen Slom’s No New Taxes Budget
  5. Applicants Sought for Chair of Hawaii Reapportionment Commission
  6. Former California Mayor Jumps Into Hawaii Election Legislation Controversy
  7. Don Horner: “Just like Walter Dods”
  8. Shapiro: Legislature should democratize itself before meddling in city elections
  9. Hanabusa Still hasn’t moved into District, wants District to move to Her
  10. Solomon, Galuteria push State Akaka Bill in Conference Committee
  11. Borreca: A balanced budget is nice but it's not really required
  12. Fontaine: Conference Committee could slip 1% GE Tax hike into HB793
  13. Bill would lets 1000s of Criminals out of Prison Early 
  14. Green Energy Scammers offer UH $6M Bribe
  15. SA: Lower barriers to solar power
  16. Land officials vote to revert Aina Lea land
  17. Crisis? Maui Council gives $243K to Nonprofit that has already banked $300K of taxpayer money
  18. Lawmakers advance 2-year extension of shield law
  19. Transit Authority: Council Must pay for What We Spend
  20. New Tech School Model frees Nanakuli from DoE Failure model
  21. Student Veterans At UH Snub their Own Forum
  22. Suits Allege “Deplorable” Conditions at Mayor Wright Homes
  23. Robert Carson Godbey to be named Corporation Counsel for City & County of Honolulu
  24. Sierra Club: Bag tax Honors Our Religion on Earth Day
  25. Sierra Club takes stance against Anaina Hou permits
  26. VP Dan Quayle in Hawaii
  27. Civil Beat Endorses Censorship
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Thursday, April 21, 2011
April 21, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1012 Views :: Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Shell Game: Rail Costs down, but Handi-van getting $1.15B?
  2. Honolulu Council Unanimously Opposes Instant Runoff Voting
  3. Slavery: Federal Suit targets A&B, ML&P Farms
  4. Missile Defense: Hawaii Five-O
  5. Gulen Cult trying to bribe Legislators with Free Trip to Turkey
  6. Conference Committee Starting with Tax Hikes
  7. SA: Don’t Count Deployed Military when redistricting
  8. State tax collections fall short of prediction—or do they?  (more tax hike propaganda)
  9. Golden Week loses some luster in Hawaii (more tax hike propaganda)
  10. House Clashes Over Saving Hawaii Health-Care Law
  11. True Colors: HSTA Freaks out over last minute Effort to save 180-day bill
  12. Hawaii Leads effort to Protect Transsexual Preschool Teachers
  13. Legislators should cut spending instead of increasing tobacco taxes
  14. Preserve the tobacco prevention fund for its intended purpose
  15. Rise in city gas tax makes it through Council hearing
  16. Council members question direction of rail authority
  17. Fired Honolulu Employee: Lax Oversight Led to Overtime 'Free-for-All'
  18. Maui Council Member: High Taxes are used to discourage Business (and this is an argument FOR tax hikes)
  19. The Right Price: A Few Favors For Neil’s Favorites?
  20. Mufi Launches Column, Discovers Tourism is Big in Hawaii
  21. Daily KOS: Hirono, Hanabusa start off slow in Senate race
  22. US, S. Korea Sign Agreement on Missile Defense System Development: Pentagon
  23. Mainland Firm Accused of Embezzling City Money
  24. After Obama’s sister Hired, Administration stops trying to cut E-W Center Funds
  25. HCC Chancellor Candidates Interviewed
  26. DOH: Waikiki restaurant one of 55 bed bug complaints in state
  27. Foie Gras Removed from Glamorous Maui Event After Animal Liberations Nuts outdo themselves in Sanctimony
  28. Married and in Hawaii, paroled killer complies with parole
  29. Hawaii Defense Attorney takes advantage of clients, is ordered to stop practicing law
  30. City considers relaxing fireworks storage law
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Wednesday, April 20, 2011
April 20, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1021 Views :: Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Slavery: Federal Suit targets Six Hawaii Farms, labor contractor
  2. Hawaii Congressional Delegation: How they Voted April 18, 2011
  3. SB99: Preserve Young Bros Monopoly on Inter-Island Shipping
  4. Balance Budget Summit April 20 at Capitol
  5. Shapiro: HSTA drama could win back HGEA Concessions
  6. SA: Give DoE an extra $16.4M (more tax hike propaganda)
  7. Honolulu Seeks $2B Bond Issue to fund Rail
  8. Berg: Hawaii Profiteering Off Honolulu Taxpayers
  9. Hawaii Transportation Costs to Climb Again
  10. Arts Support may dull budget blades
  11. Crisis? Kauai county Agency on Elderly Affairs seeks more spending
  12. Tax Increases: Payback Time for the Environment
  13. Arakawa reduces Tax Hike Request
  14. Matsuoka, Cayetano’s Director of troubled Office of Youth Services, approved to Head Hawaii Paroling Authority
  15. Inouye:  USDA-UH research aims to rein in child obesity
  16. CB to Carlisle: Make HPD Obey Open Records Law
  17. Hawaii's first female narcotics undercover officer shares memories, hardships in world of narcotics trafficking
  18. Hawaii Legislature grants legal protection to any man willing to put on a dress
  19. Enhanced solar water heater rebate program ends
  20. Team of UH West Oahu students to compete in national free enterprise competition
  21. Hawaii Patient Info to go online
  22. Nation of Islam Visits Hawaii
  23. Trump, Abercrombie team up to promote Birtherism
  24. Media doing excellent Job Promoting Birther Candidate
  25. Should Radiation from Japan Scuttle Spring Break in Hawaii? A Mom Agonizes
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Tuesday, April 19, 2011
April 19, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 776 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Abercrombie to Conference Committee: We Must Raise Taxes!
  2. Inouye: Ed Case will not be allowed to Crucify Me
  3. Inouye claims Lingle supports current version of Akaka Bill
  4. Carlisle nominates Horner, Okinaga, Hong to Transit Authority
  5. Redistricting Committee Log jam to be Broken by Recktenwald
  6. Hawaii, Yes We Can Cut Government and Stop Excessive Spending – Without Increased Taxes
  7. MMMC nurses protest growing cuts in contract (HGEA Circus to pressure Legislators for Tax Hikes)
  8. Medicaid cuts of $180M warned (Abercrombie’s DoHS Boss stages Tax Hike Dog n Pony show for Conference Committees)
  9. State's financial woes could mean fewer options for students in the fall (So we must raise taxes!)
  10. Businesses suffer from fewer Japanese flights (So we must raise taxes!)
  11. Another Abercrombie Appointment bites the dust
  12. 6 transit board nominees named
  13. Carlisle, Caldwell, Prevedouros: Next year's mayoral race could be re-run of last year's
  14. Hirono Steps up Fundraising after Akaka Announcement
  15. Rally today to support HB1520 and “on-bill financing” of clean energy solutions
  16. Sovereignty activist, convicted killer, faces eviction after decade of squatting
  17. SA: Slaughterhouse none of state's business (your tax dollars at work)
  18. State, geologists create plan to prevent climate change-induced erosion at Kailua Beach (Your tax dollars at work)
  19. Kona Farmers: Coffee Bill On Gov's Desk Creates More Confusion, Not Less
  20. Hawaii Bio-Gasification Project features in Corporate Buyout (your ratepayer and tax dollars at work)
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Monday, April 18, 2011
April 18, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 897 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. How They Voted: House approves Pension Tax and GE Tax Hikes
  2. After lobbying in Hawaii: Online Poker sites seized by FBI, execs Indicted
  3. Hawaii Windfarms killing endangered Birds: After five years Mitigation Lags
  4. Kabuki Over: Legislators to meet for two weeks behind closed door, make real decisions
  5. Losing bidders might delay rail project
  6. Hawaii tram plan to learn from Edinburgh fiasco
  7. City Council Nominates Financial, Union Leaders to Transit Board
  8. STEM: A Private foundation is doing the job the DoE won’t
  9. SA: Campbell High is too big, so Conference Committees must Raise Taxes
  10. Senate Bill 249 gives the government rights to purchase Oahu's only slaughterhouse
  11. Eco-Religion Begins Warm-Up for Earth Day
  12. In Nine Months, Police Dept. Arrests Just One Pimp
  13. Your Tax Dollars at Work: State burns $100K on Bicycle-Sharing program
  14. Hawaii County Building: Roof repair needed just two years after $27.7M renovation
  15. Parents: Teacher Hit Kailua Teen With Hammer
  16. Honolulu gas prices near record; Maui at all-time high
  17. Tsunami flotsam reaches Kauai?
  18. HNN: Republicans cause Teen Suicide (no media bias here, eh?)
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Sunday, April 17, 2011
April 17, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 942 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Democrat Staffer, Obama voter heads Trump’s Birther Campaign
  2. GET exemptions in peril: Lawmakers want to reap taxes by spreading GE Tax
  3. Star-Advertiser: Taxes must be raised to pay for Tattoo Parlor Inspections
  4. SA: Cutbacks cripple many government functions (Propaganda)
  5. SA: Unions not resisting Pension restrictions for new hires (Propaganda)
  6. After six months of Abercrombie, and a lifetime of HGEA:  Government Employees’ Morale is low, thousands retiring June 30 (Propaganda backfires)
  7. HECO, Big Wind, Big Solar continue to obstruct rooftop installations
  8. Crisis: Maui Nonprofit banks $374K from County Grants
  9. Hawaii Reapportionment Commission starts work
  10. Naturopathic “Physician” presides over death at Childbirth
  11. Animal Liberation Nuts flood Leg with Opposition to State-Owned Slaughterhouse
  12. Bill mandates 'fixing' of cats, dogs before sale
  13. SA: Homeowners need shield from lenders' mistreatment
  14. Scammer Steals from Homeowners facing Foreclosure
  15. Enviro-Religion sees opportunity in High Oil Prices
  16. Fireworks storage called wrong place to start disposal
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Saturday, April 16, 2011
April 16, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 931 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. HGEA Contract: Government Workers get Paid to Stay Home Three Months
  2. SB756: Satellite TV Tax in omnibus Tax Bill
  3. Creative Accounting 101: Special Fund Raids
  4. Akaka’s Whistleblower Bill cited as example of Over-criminalization
  5. VIDEO: House GOP speaks up on Pension Tax, GE Tax, Internet Tax, Fees, and Special Funds
  6. VIDEO: House GOP debates Prepaid Health Care Act, Billion Dollar Cable, Foreclosures, Marijuana and More
  7. VIDEO: Hawaii Tea Party movement protests slew of tax proposals
  8. HGEA Contract: State creating new haves, have-nots
  9. ILind: Hawaii Taxes are about Average
  10. Hawaii Fires 10 Teachers for Misconduct in 2 Years
  11. Crisis? Hawaii jobless rate holds at 6.3 percent
  12. Hawaii’s Instant Runoff Voting Legislation – Veto Needed
  13. More Federal Funds? Not!  Reality begins to settle in for pork-fed Hawaii Politicos
  14. Big Wind and Big Solar continue to resist residential installations
  15. Heir to Vanderbilt Fortune to Represent Molokai?
  16. Cachola: Don’t Piss off the Legislature
  17. SA: Tighten historic homes rules
  18. Hawaii Dopers giving up on Fake Urine
  19. Aina Haina gunman released from Prison in January
  20. Crisis: Hawaii County Unveils $50M Government Building
  21. Contractors lobby for Insurers to Cover Shoddy Workmanship
  22. NYT: Waikiki Hotel using RFID Chips to track Stolen Towels
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Friday, April 15, 2011
April 15, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 987 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics
  1. No New Taxes! Rally April 15--Honolulu, Kona, Hilo, Kahului, Lihue
  2. HGEA Negotiators: Hide furlough days, recoup losses after Legislature adjourns
  3. Birthers thank Abercrombie, Obama Thanks Birthers
  4. Group: Abercrombie using ‘strong arm tactics’ to force Beverage Tax
  5. Marumoto: Pension Tax is a foot in the door towards taxing moderate, low income Pensioners
  6. Balance Budget Summit April 20 at Capitol
  7. How They Voted: SB1329 House passes Motor Vehicle tax Hike
  8. Honolulu Councilmembers reject Berg resolution, cite fear of retaliation
  9. Inspecting his cattle: Jeff Stone Polls Democratic Senate Primary
  10. Hanabusa: Lingering resentment toward Case among “Multi-cultural base”
  11. Good economic news belies Abercrombie’s Tax Hike Pitch
  12. Democrat ‘Non-Profits” Demand Tax Hikes
  13. OHA strengthens grip on Non-Profit sector
  14. Legislature proposes welfare for losing contractors
  15. Bombardier: Honolulu Didn't Keep Its Word on Rail Contract
  16. Breene Harimoto pulls back from Brink in Rail Fight
  17. NYT: Hawaii Doubles Down on 'Big Wind’
  18. Online Poker Sites which lobbied Hawaii Legislature Indicted by FBI
  19. Abercrombie’s Priest rejects Homeless Tent Cities, looks to River Street as model
  20. Times have changed for the Big Five, big labor
  21. VIDEO: MauiTime Publisher Tommy Russo Assaulted By MPD, “Dog the Bounty Hunter” team
  22. Maui Bag Ban: 75% Now Use Paper Bags as tree-huggers become tree-choppers
  23. Auwahi Wind, Sempra proposes Wind Farm on 18,000 acre Maui Cattle Ranch
  24. Senate's approval of appointed members marks a major change for school governance
  25. SA: Reconsider diploma decision
  26. 3 foreclosure reform bills could pass
  27. King of Pork Inouye appointed to serve on bipartisan federal deficit reduction team
  28. U.S. stages "most challenging" missile-defense test
  29. Hawaii, Other States, Form Caucus to Oppose TSA Intrusions
  30. Hawaii blast came as workers dismantled fireworks
  31. Federal Pork: Bill Kills Off Program on Hawaii Whaling Industry
  32. Forums to be held on 4 candidates for chancellor of Hawaii Community College
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Thursday, April 14, 2011
April 14, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 637 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Crisis?  GE Tax receipts up 5.9% in February, TAT up 22.4%
  2. Abercrombie keeps pounding drums for more taxes, spending
  3. Senate votes to delay 180-day School Year
  4. Toothless Resolution: Audit the DoE
  5. Shapiro: Sen Kim really interested in House Race
  6. Sixteen Abercrombie Nominees Have Withdrawn
  7. SA: Legislature should not re-write Prison Sentences to release criminals
  8. Senators moot requiring tax payments for online sales
  9. Senate passes HB985 giving money to losing bidders
  10. Engineering Firm that designed defective $1.9 water tank continues to bid
  11. State Tax Credits On Chopping Block At Legislature (Plenty of money for Corporate Welfare)
  12. Honolulu County: Higher gas tax advances
  13. FTA did NOT require Phased-In Approach For Rail
  14. Councilman loses bid to stop state from "looting" rail funds
  15. Hawaii Investigates with Matt Levi: A New Television Series Begins This Week
  16. Unity House files for Bankruptcy
  17. Foreclosure counts expected to rebound
  18. Central Pacific stock down more than 20%
  19. Anti-GMO Luddites cry about their failures in Legislature
  20. Fireworks blast victims died from carbon monoxide inhalation
  21. WSJ: The GOP and the Birther Trap
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Wednesday, April 13, 2011
April 13, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 617 Views :: Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. New Federal Budget kills old Earmarks--Honolulu Rail, Highway, Sewage Treatment Funding in Danger?
  2. Brookings: Honolulu Rail Cost Overruns inevitable
  3. Berg: Council could reverse Ansaldo Rail Contract
  4. POLITICO claims Sen. Daniel Inouye goes silent on Hawaii Senate race
  5. House votes for Pension Tax, Bag Tax, Liquor Tax, Auto Tax and GE Tax Hikes
  6. Attorney General says Pension Tax may be challenged in Court, House passes anyway
  7. Carlisle: HGEA Agreement “an albatross”
  8. Carlisle: Borrowing Rail Funds could jeopardize rail Project
  9. Berg: Stop state from using city's rail fund as its own piggy bank
  10. Shapiro: Schatz is closest thing to a fresh face
  11. Crisis: City of Honolulu Personal Service Assistants make $65 per hour
  12. Hawaii Lawmakers Pass Employment Protections For Males who choose to wear dresses
  13. VIDEO: OHA Cronies now grub for money from Geothermal
  14. OHA Connection?  Fireworks Explosion Contractor tied to Native Hawaiian Affirmative Action Contract
  15. House Approves Buying Slaughterhouse
  16. Instant Runoff Voting Heads for Conference Committee
  17. Honolulu Council Advances Property Tax Bills
  18. Honolulu Council Special Meeting on State management of Rail Funds
  19. Want Lingle Back? Holter cites Abercrombie leadership on “Bee Industry”
  20. APEC Preview: Travelers Review Honolulu Airport
  21. FACE: Why Hawaii Needs A State Bank
  22. Symphony accord reached
  23. A study of single, childless urban workers between the ages of 22 and 30 found that women earned 8% more than men
  24. Bill O'Reilly Debunks Obama Myths: He 'Does Have A Legitimate Birth Certificate'
  25. Nearly 300 to depart Marine Corps Base Hawaii for deployment to Afghanistan
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Tuesday, April 12, 2011
April 12, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 676 Views :: Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. No New Taxes! Rally April 15--Honolulu, Kona, Hilo, Kahului, Lihue
  2. Djou: Hawaii needs Civil Service Reform
  3. April 11, 2011 How Hawaii’s Congressional Delegation Voted
  4. Sumitomo Files Protest: Flawed Rail bid selection may cost taxpayers $900M
  5. HCR71: HPV Vaccination Mandate Deferred
  6. Atlas Shrugged to Open In Honolulu April 15
  7. Abercrombie’s “Open” Administration lined with Campaign Donors
  8. SA: Abercrombie’s OIP Raid a “preemptive strike motivated by revenge?”
  9. As vote Approaches, Senators balk at Accepting Abercrombie Budget
  10. Fidell: No Internet Tax
  11. SA: Pay gaps that hurt women are costing isles
  12. All School Construction Wiped from Budget as Negotiating Position for Tax Hikes
  13. SB249: $1.6M for State-Owned slaughterhouse (pigs subsidized $53.25 each)
  14. Coalition breaks ground for new senior housing
  15. Lawmakers fold; poker bill fails to advance
  16. Sumitomo, Bombardier file rail contract complaints
  17. Mufi: Polls shows I could be Viable Candidate against Case
  18. Coffman takes over as state House Energy Committee chairman
  19. Borreca Touts Doomsday Cult:  Believers in 'peak oil' preparing for when a fill-up costs $100 (OHA’s latest money-making scam)
  20. Kauai Council:  They already knew prior to the meeting that Kuali‘i was going to be chosen
  21. Castle & Cooke strikes deal on proposed Molokai wind project
  22. Prison activists brief Hawaii lawmakers about how to let even more criminals loose
  23. Act 221 Scammers: Economic recovery relies on supporting homelessness Industry
  24. GOVERNOR APPOINTS FIRST DEPUTY HEALTH DIRECTOR
  25. VIDEO: Debris from Japan tsunami will wash ashore on Hawaii
  26. Trace Levels of Radiation Detected in Hawaii Milk
  27. Akaka also fails for 11 years to get Whistleblower Bill Passed 
  28. Akaka Campaign Strategist found dead at 57
  29. Is Donald’s Trump Birther baloney a vast conspiracy ... to get Obama re-elected?
  30. And the answer is…YES! -- Trump Will ‘Probably’ Run as Independent If He Doesn’t Win GOP Nomination
  31. Obama’s sister, Aunt keep talking Birtherism Up
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Monday, April 11, 2011
April 11, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 500 Views
  1. No New Taxes! Rally April 15--Honolulu, Kona, Hilo, Kahului, Lihue
  2. VIDEO: Ed Case Announces US Senate Campaign
  3. Daily KOS: “I had really hoped we were done with Ed Case”
  4. VIDEO: Sen. Slom introduces Balanced Budget with no tax hikes
  5. Romy Cachola threatens Barbers Point Park Deal
  6. Kalapa: Next Stop, A Tax Increase
  7. Lawmakers aim to soak consumers for $122M/year by collecting on Hawaii residents' Internet purchases
  8. Shapiro: Djou Back in the Saddle Again
  9. ILind: Emperor Abercrombie to seize Molokai, Decapitate Residents
  10. Hawaii Reapportionment Commission to Meet today
  11. Council meeting today to pick Kawakami’s successor
  12. Dinner held for Maui County soldiers who spent a year in Afghanistan
  13. FTA will help both the U.S. and Hawaii
  14. HSTA Flack demands less accountability, more money
  15. UH Wants Money, Threatens Tourism School
  16. FACT CHECK — Board of Water Supply Says Honolulu Has Fewer Water Main Breaks Than Average?
  17. After Stalling Repairs, Abercrombie puts on Show and then lets Contractors go to work at Mayor Wright Housing
  18. SA: No excuse for lack of warning signs
  19. First Hawaiian Bank Signals Recovery with Business Up First Quarter
  20. Central Pacific Financial Corp. Announces Commencement of $20 Million Common Stock Rights Offering
  21. Hawaii Correctional Facilities to Use Electronic Medical Records System
  22. Concert raises $1.6M for tsunami victims
  23. Company To Be Questioned Monday Over Hawaii Blast
  24. Obama Senior Advisor: I hope Birther Trump keeps on rising
  25. Trump to Obama aide: I’m your ‘worst nightmare’
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Sunday, April 10, 2011
April 10, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1023 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. No New Taxes! Rally April 15--Honolulu, Kona, Hilo, Kahului, Lihue
  2. VIDEO: Abercrombie holds fake news Conference to Announce HGEA's fake 'sacrifice'
  3. Abercrombie: State could seize 1/3 of Molokai for Wind Farm
  4. AP: HGEA members gain 9 more days off under contract
  5. Abercrombie’s Backer Reveals himself: Kenoi Claims Hawaii County will save $3M under HGEA contract
  6. Carvalho: Mayors trying to come together on HGEA agreement
  7. Sen. Slom Announces balanced budget with no new taxes
  8. Second Decking Deadline
  9. Borreca compares Ed Case to Aaron Burr, praises Case for apologizing, dropping out
  10. Homelessness Industry: State seeks to fill Moiliili Apartments with drug addicts, no treatment required
  11. Ansaldo Trains to be Driverless, Company tied to Watts Constructors
  12. Molester’s friend Bertram sues to seize land from Haleakala Ranch
  13. The new director of the OIP says she was not directed on IDing judicial nominees
  14. Crisis? Hawaii County wastes millions on Garbage
  15. Last blast for the rejected elected: BoE imposes two track Diploma system on DoE
  16. A&B: Ability to navigate Hawai Land Use Process one of our Core Competencies
  17. Legislators propose law to convert consecutive sentences into concurrent, let thousands of criminals out of prison
  18. Permitting reason for return to public service
  19. 4 charged in beating death of gambling house worker
  20. Death toll hits 5 in Hawaii fireworks bunker blast
  21. Fukino Debunks Birther BS --- Again
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Saturday, April 09, 2011
April 9, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 896 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics
  1. Abercrombie’s $100M omission: HGEA settlement tied to other secret labor agreements
  2. Government workers’ agreement to add more than $100 million to state deficit
  3. House GOP: HGEA Settlement is expensive, unfair
  4. Unity House HQ up for Sale
  5. VIDEO: Heritage Foundation Leader interviewed in Hawaii
  6. Tsunami: Obama signs Disaster Declaration for Hawaii
  7. Bonham:  Peak tax and business revenue returns sometime in 2012
  8. Maui Chamber of Commerce: 95% oppose either type of GE Tax hike
  9. Shapiro: Budget is so bad….
  10. After voting to Shut down Federal Government three times, Hirono, Hanabusa pretend to be against it
  11. OHA to turn its operatives around on Geothermal in Puna at Meeting today
  12. Kenoi profits 58% from Subdivision approval
  13. Crisis? Hawaii County finds $16M for Hilo Bayfront paths
  14. Crisis? $800,000 in county checks uncashed
  15. Former KPD officer convicted of driving drunk
  16. NYT: Explosion Kills Workers at Facility for Fireworks
  17. Did Trump really send investigators to Hawaii?
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Friday, April 08, 2011
April 8, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1179 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. No New Taxes! Rally April 15--Honolulu, Kona, Hilo, Kahului, Lihue
  2. HGEA: Contract Agreement includes Paid Time Off
  3. VIDEO: Lanai Wind Fall Out
  4. Abercrombie Announces $300M in new CIP Spending—“This is just the beginning”
  5. Full Results: Daily Kos Hawaii Poll
  6. GOP: Abercrombie Approval rating down to 48%
  7. Hirono, Hanabusa vote for Government Shutdown, stop paying troops
  8. Akaka Bill Passes Indian Affairs Committee
  9. How They Voted: Senate Ways and Means votes to hike GE Tax by eliminating exemptions
  10. SB1363 10-cents-per-bag Tax: Greens, Big Business, Big Government team up to Rip Off Consumers
  11. Borreca: Abercrombie is Tanking
  12. Rebellion in the Senate Kills 1%GE Tax Hike Proposal—Exemptions to be hit
  13. HGEA Agreement amounts to 1.5% Pay Hike—Carlisle
  14. Star-Advertiser: Abercrombie not upfront with public about HGEA Deal
  15. Contract: NOT THE “NEW DAY” PEOPLE VOTED FOR 
  16. Federal Shutdown: Inouye uninterested in the kind of cutting that Democrats now see as necessary
  17. State-run Superferry plan still afloat
  18. Forum on geothermal energy to include OHA Cronies
  19. Elected BoE sez Bye-Bye
  20. Boaters bemoan lack of aid after Schatz comes back from DC Empty handed
  21. Meetings will gather comments on proposed wind farm
  22. Wood-Burning Power plant vote delayed
  23. IRV Produces results like Berg’s Win in Council District 1
  24. Hawaii journalist shield law extension advances
  25. Banned Fireworks Storage:  Explosion claims Four Lives
  26. Ways and Means votes against Legislators’ 5% Salary Hike
  27. Judiciary Committee defers bill to convert Sick Leave into vacation Days
  28. Inouye, Akaka: Let gay sex tourists give away Green Cards
  29. Prison Guard gets 18 months for Gay Rape of inmate
  30. University of Hawaii Wants To Close Major Research Group
  31. With Tourism squeezed, Rep Roy Takumi pushes against Free Trade with S Korea
  32. Ex-Reform Party Birther Trump touted Pelosi as “The Best”
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Thursday, April 07, 2011
April 7, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1062 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. State Reaches Agreement with HGEA
  2. Unemployment rate dips to 5.2 percent in Honolulu  (oops!)
  3. GE Tax hearing: Democrats demand choice between two types of GE Tax Hike, nobody fooled
  4. Democrats to buy Support for GE Tax hike with $100M in tax Credits
  5. HGEA: Tentative Agreement on Parameters of Contract 
  6. HGEA Comp Time: Governor Just Kicked the can down the road again
  7. Mayors still in dark about HGEA Contract
  8. House Finances passes Tax Credits for Billionaire Clinton Cronies, Bag Tax hiked to 10 cents for middle class
  9. Study: U.S. has 4M gay adults; 1.7 pct. of populace
  10. Committee Approves Five Hawaii Ed Board Appointees
  11. Kauai Council Rejects Biodegradable bags
  12. Rush to Use Crops as Fuel Raises Food Prices and Hunger Fears
  13. Hawaii County Council to burn through $56M—14 new projects
  14. Case to announce Senate bid within 10 days, claims to be OK with Inouye
  15. Loss of Hawaiian album Grammy greeted with dismay and shrugs
  16. Obama golf pal arrested in Honolulu prostitution sting
  17. Trump: I Have Investigators in Hawaii...'They Cannot Believe What They're Finding'
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Wednesday, April 06, 2011
April 6, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 770 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. HB793: Hikes GE Tax 25%, eliminates exemptions, Hearing Wednesday
  2. No New Taxes! Rally April 15--Honolulu, Kona, Hilo, Kahului, Lihue
  3. GE Tax Showdown in Senate—A vote to remember in November
  4. Senate Indian Affairs Committee to vote on Akaka Bill Thursday
  5. Ward: 100s of alternatives to tax hike
  6. House GOP Calls on Abercrombie to Cut Spending
  7. SB570: Hawaii Pension Tax Bill Alive and Well
  8. Recktenwald appoints Acoba Kauai District Court Judge
  9. Hawaii Guard told to prepare for possible deployment
  10. Senate Budget demands $650M in new Revenues
  11. Sen. Sees Unions Behind Tax Increase Proposal
  12. Airlift capacity nearly unchanged
  13. McDonald's Hiring 1,000 New Hawaii Employees  (no crisis here)
  14. Shapiro: New developments show rail project way off track
  15. Civil Beat catches up to Hawai’i Free Press on Todd Apo Ethics Violations
  16. Martin: No problem with Garcia’s $60K Side Job
  17. Maui Green Police hunt down Bag Ban Violators –impose $1000/day fines
  18. Senate Hearing Begins on Board of Education Nominees
  19. Bills target isle harbors for private development
  20. Insurer, hospital agree on new compensation system
  21. UH advised to ‘forgive’ debt
  22. UH-Hilo seeks $36M to build student housing
  23. Hawaii County to buy 3000 ac of ‘open space’
  24. Man Who Conned Hawaii Inmates Pleads Guilty
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Tuesday, April 05, 2011
April 5, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1166 Views :: Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics
  1. Todd Apo and KoOlina: Ethics Violation kept secret since 2007
  2. VIDEO: GOP balances budget without Tax Hikes
  3. No New Taxes! Rally April 15--Honolulu, Kona, Hilo, Kahului, Lihue
  4. Hawaii’s Congressional Delegation: How They Voted April 4, 2011
  5. Hawaiians, Pacific Islanders own 11,383 Hawaii businesses
  6. Abercrombie gets around to announcing appointment of Kawakami to State House
  7. Abercrombie Appoints Judge Loo to Maui Circuit Court
  8. Hawaii Gun Permits hit new record in 2010
  9. Kaauwai: Are you better off now than you were 2 1/2 years ago?
  10. Senate Dems to Force choice between two types of GE Tax hike
  11. GE Tax Hike: Tell them what you think
  12. Now Where Will They Find The Money?
  13. Unions Rally at Capitol, Demand more Spending
  14. Ethically Challenged Apo among picks for Transit Authority
  15. A State Indian Tribe for OHA Cronies
  16. Loser Van Dyke on New Akaka Bill: Nothing to see here, just move along
  17. Judiciary to Vote on AG Louie
  18. Senate Hearings for BoE Nominees to Begin Tomorrow
  19. Japan Airline Cuts countered by increases elsewhere, Charters planned for Golden Week
  20. Timeshare in Hawaii: Build it and They Will Come
  21. Movie stars, billionaires and corporate execs are arriving more often in private jets
  22. Lawmakers give men wearing dresses a chance to strike it rich
  23. Shapiro: Where was the vetting on Maui judge appointment?
  24. Wildman: A DISTURBING PATTERN? 
  25. Kalapa, Milks win majority on Credit Union Board
  26. Kamehameha headmaster to retire after 23 years
  27. Clayton Hee about to Kill Shield law
  28. It's Too Early For Law Regulating Undersea Cable
  29. Borreca: Global warming should be on governor’s agenda
  30. Superferry Redux: Pasha Line new vessel to offer roll on-roll off service
  31. State held responsible for deaths of 2 women
  32. ABC News: Duckworth for Hawaiian Senator?
  33. Bill Clinton: 'Birthers' will hurt GOP
  34. LA Times: Why Hillary Clinton must run in 2012
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Monday, April 04, 2011
April 4, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 933 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. HB793: Hikes GE Tax 25%, eliminates exemptions, Hearing Wednesday
  2. Save Our Jobs—Stop SB741 Alcohol Tax
  3. Abercrombie’s Board of Education: Accountability begins now, and it’s already ugly
  4. U.S. Supreme Court Won't Hear Nader Hawaii Ballot Access Case
  5. Abercrombie Administration delays endangering lives of Combat Pilots, soldiers
  6. Hawaii Hotels posting strong revenue and occupancy rates
  7. Prudential: Worst may be over for Oahu Real Estate Market
  8. Senate to Hear Testimony against both kinds of GE Tax hikes Wednesday
  9. Unions, Non-profits to push for more spending at Rally today
  10. Governor has no clue on balancing budget
  11. Tax Hikes Pending in Hawaii Legislature Might Require Cigar Smokers to Take Out a Second Mortgage
  12. HD 14 Nomination raises ethical questions
  13. Bill: Instant Runoff Voting
  14. Rail:  Council grills Carlisle Admin on Billion Dollar Deception
  15. Berg Cheapest On Honolulu City Council
  16. Former news anchor ready to give her all for schools  (Another one who did not apply)
  17. Council to consider county furloughs, wage cuts
  18. SA: Turtle Bay reset welcome
  19. California firm joins Molokai wind project: Pattern Energy Group is expected to “engage all of the community”
  20. Ocean AC project is safe, firm says
  21. US Rep. Hirono says she advanced measure granting $6M Hawaii airport improvement pork
  22. Brockovich still pushing Hexavalent Chromium Scam
  23. 175 years of boarding at LHS celebrated at David Malo Day
  24. The quiet Draft of Tammy Duckworth?
  25. Samantha Power to be the next Secretary of State?
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Sunday, April 03, 2011
April 3, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1054 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. City finally 'Sees the Light' on Lunalilo Home Rd
  2. Waialua Robotics wins big in Vegas
  3. Abercrombie Secretly Appoints Kawakami to replace Morita in State House
  4. Hawaii Legislators Dump 180 day school year
  5. Brian “I am not a clone” DeLima: BoE Policy Audit to “look at what decisions can be handled by the superintendent and her staff, and reduce our footprint”
  6. Star-Advertiser: Akaka should submit bill that had Lingle’s support
  7. Hawaii sees travel numbers rise
  8. The drop in tourists from Japan to Hawaii may not be as severe as originally thought
  9. HTA: Japan Tourism Drop Less Than Expected
  10. GOP hits Garcia on conflict of interest
  11. SA:  The HIPA clout
  12. Respect citizenry via judicial selection transparency
  13. Volokh Conspiracy: Hawaii Ban on Photographing Human Remains Older Than 50 Years?
  14. Success: Homeless Sweeps push families into Shelters
  15. Abercrombie's Priest calls on public to ignore child neglect and abuse by homeless
  16. Progressives launch attack on MRC Greenwood spending
  17. Widely implemented ‘food safety’ program hurts local farmers
  18. DDT being used to wipe out Mosquitoes in Kaiula
  19. HPD’s pitch for more funds: “Budget cuts slashing DARE program on Oahu”
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Saturday, April 02, 2011
April 2, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1196 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics
  1. GOP Files Ethics complaint over Nestor Garcia’s $60K side job
  2. Abercrombie names DBEDT Deputy Director
  3. HB1049: Raid on Hurricane Fund to Trigger 7.5% Tax on Premiums?
  4. Panos: Wind Study doesn't answer questions about Cost
  5. Abercrombie names new UH Regents, E-W Center Board members
  6. Friday Night Surprise: GET Hike Back on Table
  7. Maui News: Abercrombie is “pathetic excuse for leadership” we need Linda Lingle
  8. Legislators prepare to gut 180 day law
  9. Rail Funds: Oahu Taxpayers $623M, Congress $34M
  10. Bombardier wants the city to disclose more information about Ansaldo’s Winning Rail proposal
  11. Molokai expels Wind Farm, Maui could be next Victim
  12. Carlisle says labor savings may have to go beyond 5 percent
  13. Secret labor Agreement: Hawaii commerce department to end furlough days
  14. Tax Sweeps of Vendors Begin Again
  15. Obamacare Preview: Penalties for those with health risks considered in 2009 by Hawaii’s public employee health plan
  16. One week after Dengue Fever, Mosquito Control becomes excuse for Tax Hikes
  17. VIDEO: Prison or Youth ChalleNGe? The future fate of Kulani
  18. Brewbaker resists jumping to conclusions about Japan Tsunami
  19. Airport parking rates to increase statewide
  20. Office of Information Practices Director Selected
  21. Bankruptcies average 297 per month, down from 330
  22. Canadian Hawaii Real Estate Fraud to face trial
  23. US task force arrests 61 fugitives on Maui
  24. Ariz. law bans abortions based on race or gender
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Friday, April 01, 2011
April 1, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1168 Views :: Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. House GOP releases Balanced State Budget without Tax Hikes
  2. Wildman’s Firm didn’t pay Payroll Taxes 
  3. Mufi on Senate race: Washington DC has always been an interest of ours
  4. Hawaii House GOP Proposes Budget Fixes without Tax Hikes
  5. Abercrombie Head Fake: Senate to decide between Two types of GE Tax Hike
  6. More Federal Funds? Schatz returns from DC Empty Handed
  7. Asselbaye: “We cannot continue cutting government”
  8. Tax on sugary drinks would be discriminatory and seriously harm our economy
  9. Hawaii Tax Revenues rise with Gas Prices
  10. Hawaiian Airlines to DOUBLE flights to Japan (Meanwhile Abercrombie prophesizes doom)
  11. Tsutsui Names Ex-Rep Amaral to judge selection panel (Crony of Danner sisters, tied to new version of Akaka Bill)
  12. Lambda, ACLU drop suit, plan for next suit: “We’ll be watching closely for any signs of problems” with Civil Unions
  13. Abercrombie: My relationships with Legislators are excellent, we’re not pals
  14. New BOE era off to good start
  15. Senate to vote on Closing School, converting to Prison
  16. Former Casino Boss; Don’t Do it!
  17. Legalized Bribery Bill Tabled
  18. Hawaii State Bank resolution still alive 
  19. The Bus: Doesn’t have the financial mobility to add routes—as Rail expenses mount
  20. Stock buy foments talk of A&B breakup
  21. State receives 12 more suspected cases of dengue
  22. States Propose Measures to Alter, Remove CON Processes
  23. Program may bring displaced citizens of Japan to stay on Maui
  24. Turtle Bay project pared down
  25. $45M fine tilts Horizon to bankruptcy
  26. Birthers have nothing on rabid anti-Bushers
  27. Found Photos: The Story of Chicago's "Little Hawaii" Neighborhood
  28. With mom in hospital, “Psychic” Sylivia Brown’s son struggles to keep up
  29. Sale of $100M home has Hawaii connections
  30. Omidyar Accidentally Buys Hawaii
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Thursday, March 31, 2011
March 31, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 926 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. No New Taxes! Rally April 15--Kona, Hilo, Kahului, Lihue
  2. 2011 Akaka Bill grants Tribal officials broad immunity from Hawaii Criminal and Civil Laws
  3. 2011 Akaka Bill: More than 73% of Hawaiians not "Qualified" for membership in Akaka Tribe
  4. Tax Freedom Day in Hawaii: April 6
  5. Governor renews push for beverage taxes
  6. Palafox Redux? Wildman withdraws over “unresolved situation”
  7. Hawaii Right to Life: Oppose HCR 71 on HPV vaccination
  8. Supreme Courts seeks Six Volunteers to Discipline Lawyers
  9. OBAMA POLL HITS NEW LOW...
  10. ...Hillary Nears All Time High
  11. One Dead In Marine Helicopter Crash Off Kaneohe
  12. Abercrombie backs GE Tax hike on Shipping, Airlines, Cellphone bills
  13. New Akaka Bill Ignores Lingle Concerns
  14. City's deceptive bidding process for rail contract hid $900M in costs
  15. Legislators want to accept $200 bribes from unions, business, pension funds
  16. Abercrombie’s New BoE to do Policy Audit, NOT Financial Audit
  17. SB1284 Designed to force Disabled children back into DoE Schools
  18. Shapiro: Dope Bills all about Money, not ‘Compassion’
  19. Painters’ Union leader arrested at rally
  20. APEC planners: Hawaii will be ready
  21. Hawaii could be fallback site for firms in Japan
  22. Hurricane Fund, Rainy Day Fund wiped out  Just to get thru June
  23. While Abercrombie preaches Doom and Gloom, Stalled condo projects on Oahu move forward
  24. Effort to Amend Kauai Plastic Bag Ban becomes entangled in procedure
  25. Study: Big Isle least healthy in State
  26. FERC approves Wailua hydro
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Wednesday, March 30, 2011
March 30, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 794 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. No New Taxes! Rally April 15--Kona, Hilo, Kahului, Lihue
  2. Daily KOS Polls Hawaii Senate Race: Mufi 47–Lingle 40
  3. CoR: Tsunami effect smallish, Weak February tax receipts major factor
  4. COFA Migrations: Field work complete, GAO Audit report due in September
  5. VIDEO: House debates Retirement, Gambling, Insurance—and frozen Bread
  6. HTA addressing “short-term consolidation of flights” by JAL
  7. State honors sacrifice of 17 with medal
  8. Hawaii Visitors Up 11.8% in Feb—so how are tax receipts down?
  9. Pot, Kettle, Black: Abercrombie calls Trump Bankrupt
  10. Forbes: Honolulu most expensive tourist destination, prices up 20% on strong demand
  11. Media Portrays Public as supporting Tax Hikes, Lottery
  12. Cayetano, Slom and Slater plan to sue over rail project
  13. Akaka Bill Reintroduced to Congress
  14. Precisely as Predicted: Hawaii's Race To The Top Delayed
  15. ABERCROMBIE TO ANNOUNCE HIS PICKS FOR BOARD OF EDUCATION
  16. Kauai Dems Name three to Replace Rep Morita
  17. AARP Rallies against Pension Tax, for more spending
  18. Last Appointment: Hee v. Louie
  19. Two Hawaii Labor Trafficking Bills Still Alive
  20. Gay Marriage: Invented in Hawaii for first time in history of human race
  21. Medicaid for non-American non-immigrants?
  22. Japan's tsunami debris headed for West Coast, then Hawaii
  23. Abercrombie Fundraiser to be sentenced on Dope Charges
  24. Punatic Dopers Sue County, demand $5M
  25. Kakaako homeless: where are they now?
  26. Hi Co Furloughs: Council Pressures Kenoi on bargaining position
  27. Zoo accreditation in jeopardy
  28. Tsutsui on Akaka: New definition of Obsequious
  29. Pawlenty Calls Out Trump’s Birtherism
  30. Why Liberals Love the Birthers
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Tuesday, March 29, 2011
March 29, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 839 Views :: Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. No New Taxes! Rally April 15--Kona, Hilo, Kahului
  2. Hawaii Legislature to Honor 16 fallen Heroes
  3. Djou: No plans to seek seat in Senate
  4. Durbin's Flawed Islamophobia Hearing
  5. Rep Brower: “Info Brief Your Ego”
  6. Was Abercrombie Bragging about Secret Labor Settlement?
  7. Delayed Refunds: Abercrombie could use Budget trick he derided as Phony
  8. Senate Ways and Means Committee considers 5% GE Tax
  9. Making The Tax Increase Hidden
  10. State’s Finances Grim, State Agencies Asked to Cut Spending by 10 Percent, Legislators debate excuses needed for GE Tax hike
  11. Soda tax getting another look in Hawaii
  12. Senators seek specifics on Abercrombie's vow to remake government
  13. But Administration Testifies in favor on more spending
  14. Kouchi: What state services do you want to keep? (Peddling Tax Hikes)
  15. DoE Advertiser claims cuts will end Education reform
  16. JAL drops one Honolulu Flight for three weeks in April
  17. Gaming advocates are seizing on the Tsunami panic
  18. Hawaii’s public financing pilot project likely to fall along with Arizona’s campaign law
  19. Alexander to preach Abercrombie to Catholics
  20. “More Federal Funds” Ecos now claim “$10s of Millions in Tsunami damage” to NW Hawaiian Isles
  21. Honolulu City Council Chairman: 'Don't Tell Me I'm a Whore'
  22. Carlisle’s Roads Nominee is stockholder, employee of Contractor CH2M Hill—But Councilmembers approve anyway
  23. Berg, Anderson: Counties being ‘robbed’, State ‘skimming’ TAT
  24. Committee OKs bill to end discount on recycling fees
  25. Maui residents oppose wind farm access road plans
  26. Hawaii WWII Vets Mark Anniversary: Group Plans Celebration For Congressional Gold Medal
  27. Japan nuclear isotope that reached Hawaii identified as iodine-131
  28. Pearl City river considered a breeding ground for mosquitoes
  29. SA: Stop shark tour boat violence
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Monday, March 28, 2011
March 28, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 859 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. SB605: Legislators to raise Salary Caps for DoE Bureaucrats?
  2. Redistricting for A Republican Hawaii
  3. Abercrombie to Petty, Bogged Down Legislature: Stop bickering and pointing fingers
  4. Hawaii Wind Developer tied to Largest-ever asset seizure by anti-Mafia police
  5. SB1363 Bag Tax: Greens, Big Business, Big Government team up to Rip Off Consumers
  6. CB: Raising GE Tax “looks increasingly plausible”
  7. ACT 221 Scammers Push for Hawaii Stock Exchange Formation
  8. OHA Homeless Tent City , Akaka Tribe Bills nearing final approval
  9. SA: Poker Bill violates Federal Law
  10. Poker Alliance “dubious” about State regulation of Internet Poker
  11. Alaska looks at Tourism: “Hawaii’s success story”
  12. Japan Airlines cuts flights to Hawaii and other destinations
  13. SA: Palolo Elementary a model for improvement
  14. Isle food stamp use rises As state gives them to families making over $48K/year
  15. Keeping Hawaii Inmates' IDs Out of The Trash
  16. Haleiwa businesses rally around shark tour owner
  17. Senate Judiciary Committee Sitting on Human Trafficking Bill
  18. 9th Circuit Panel Upholds decision in suit against Hawaii's State Historic Preservation Division
  19. 2 Big Island resorts still closed because of tsunami damage
  20. Bill seeks end to city subsidy for recycling
  21. Revisionist History: Godless Senators now consider abolishing Columbus Day
  22. Prominent Chinese blogger charged as crackdown deepens
  23. Birther Trump: I want Hawaii governor 'investigated'
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Sunday, March 27, 2011
March 27, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1214 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, World News, World Politics
  1. Djou: Presidential Leadership is Missing in Libya
  2. No New Taxes! Rally April 15--Kona, Hilo, Kahului
  3. Case: Poll shows I whip any Democrat in 2012 Senate Primary
  4. VIDEO: FBI investigating Gulen Charter Schools, parents pulling kids out
  5. Hawaii to keep prisoners on Mainland: Lack of space forces state to continue to bid out for incarceration
  6. Robotics: Six Hawaii Teams headed for St Louis Championships
  7. Still No response from Obama as Hirono, Abercrombie beg for Disaster Declaration
  8. $2900/month from Ewa developer:  Nestor Garcia has ANOTHER side job
  9. HECO to select Cable Contractor, Hand Ratepayers the Bill
  10. Abercrombie uses Kahuku Wind Scam to pressure Lanai, Molokai
  11. Louie’s Record as Chair of Aloha Tower Development Corp should bar confirmation by Senate
  12. Chang: Poker Casinos don’t go far enough
  13. Tsunami justifies push for State Pension Reforms
  14. Hawaii may drain hurricane funds to pay for Abercrombie give aways
  15. Cayetano, Dan Case back Abercrombie’s Judicial secrecy
  16. Ed Case to Decide About Hawaii Senate Bid Soon
  17. Only Four Legislators think Abercrombie’s pet Think Tank is worth $200
  18. SA: Tsunami justifies push to diversify Tourism Market
  19. Democrat Operative pushes to revive Single Casino proposal
  20. Crime in Waikiki: Tourism Industry pushes back against Homelessness Industry
  21. Hawaii medical (sic) marijuana dispensary bill amended—could open up in Waikiki
  22. Alaska Airlines Begins Service to Lihue from Oakland and San Jose 1,000 new visitors every week
  23. Diabetes Program Begins in Vulnerable Marshall Islands
  24. Gay opposition rises against Israel Apartheid Week
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Saturday, March 26, 2011
March 26, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1102 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Prince Kuhio: The bridge from Kingdom to State
  2. Hawaii Internet Poker Bill part of nationwide effort by illegal Gambling Sites
  3. Hotwire: Hawaii hotel rates jump 25%, growth tops nation
  4. Side Effects: Children Face Reduced Access to Coverage Under Obamacare
  5. Waialua HS takes lead in Robotics Regionals
  6. Another Secret Labor Agreement Exposed: Paid Time Off given 4,900 UPW, HGEA members by Abercrombie Admin
  7. Inouye Backs Obama’s Libya War 
  8. Progressives want to silence debate over Senatorial race
  9. Japan Tsunami now becomes excuse to drain Hurricane Fund to pay for Abercrombie Giveaways
  10. Hawaii seeks to protect its unique health law?
  11. Stanford Carr: “Maui Real Estate is booming”
  12. Naval shipyard: “We’re Hiring”
  13. Hawaii House committee chair doesn't want to hear from Ethics Commission
  14. Inouye pushes Kalaupapa flight subsidy for Contributor
  15. Cronies squabble over how to profit from School Closures
  16. OHA’s End-run Bad For All Hawaii
  17. Tobacco tops list as Ethics Commission Releases Lobbying Expense Disclosures
  18. Pearl City residents asked to clean up dengue breeding grounds
  19. Rep Rivere to speak out against North Shore Arsons
  20. The Best and Brightest: Rep Jerry Chang Trapped in London, needs $2800
  21. Maui Internment Camp: “He was treated good”
  22. Plastic ‘disappears’ from garbage patch
  23. Laysan Island completely covered by Tsunami, Seven workers survive
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Friday, March 25, 2011
March 25, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 962 Views :: Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Conservatives lead Hawaii GOP--but will they pay for it?
  2. VIDEO: “All Costs for Wind Cable are on the Ratepayer”
  3. Berg, Tamayo to host Community Meeting on Emergency Preparedness, Waimanalo Gulch
  4. “More Federal Funds”: Abercrombie pumps Tsunami claims up to $30.6M
  5. Abercrombie reopens nominations for Commission on Water Resource Management
  6. Borreca: Democrats wrong if they think U.S. Senate race is a slam dunk
  7. Council Chair collects $60,000/year “salary” from Pro-Rail Developers’ group
  8. TRUTH: Hawaii hotels three-fourths full, room rates mostly up
  9. LIES: Hawaii's New Budget Deficit: $1.3 Billion
  10. Hawaii Taxation Report outlines plan to pick your pocket
  11. SB755 Gaming Bill passes Second Read
  12. Online Gambling:  “A Grey, Murky, Quasi-legal Area”
  13. True catastrophe is failure of state leaders
  14. Ethics: Legislators Retaliation threats against Kondo alarming
  15. State Jobs for Life: Hawaii Departments Fired 67 out of 14,000 in 2010
  16. Myron B Thompson Nepotism: Vice principal's bonus and a $175K gift to a support group
  17. Hawaii now an option for military dependents evacuating Japan
  18. St. Francis to resume control of Hawaii Medical
  19. Pastor of Kawaiahao Church reminds critics that the history of his congregation is that it is native Hawaiian but also Christian
  20. Man raped in Lahaina Homeless Tent City
  21. Kahuku Community spilt on Wind Farm as Ribbon Cut
  22. SA: Sink state-run superferry idea
  23. Arson suspected as another shark tour boat burns
  24. Anti-plastic Luddites target food industry
  25. Shinseki still forced to deny rumors spread by 9-11 trooothers
  26. Dengue fever hits Pearl City
  27. Parole Denied in 40-Year-Old Murder Case
  28. Kalaupapa residents lobby for lower airfares after monopoly hikes price to $500
  29. Honolulu TV stations claim wins and growth
  30. Hawaii Parental Rights Amendment to be heard
  31. Human remains found in Sand Island freezer—no foul play suspected?
  32. Birthers Hound Kapiolani Hospital
  33. Hawaii Reporter: World Famous Psychic, Author Sylvia Browne Hospitalized in Hawaii
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Thursday, March 24, 2011
March 24, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1109 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. SB218: House Health Committee may save St Francis Hospitals from Closure
  2. Surprise: Gaming bill passes House Committees
  3. House GOP: Democrats Support Gambling Instead of School Supplies for Children
  4. Attorney General demands $170M from Online Travel Companies
  5. Kapolei Shopping Center lease to generate $140M for DHHL
  6. Hawaii Rifle Association annual meeting Sunday
  7. Hilo, Kapaa top list of Drunkest Cities in America
  8. Hawaii: The Worst State to Shop Online
  9. Rep Fontaine supports SB 52 Registration of Sex Offenders
  10. Slom: Gambling & Tax bills bargaining chips for GE Tax hike
  11. Bad Bills Still Alive as Legislation Cross Houses
  12. DoE killing 180 day law with help of Senate Education Committee
  13. Star-Advertiser: Instant Runoff Needed to Prevent Republicans from Winning Elections
  14. House Republicans score 5x the CIP of Dissident Democrats
  15. House Committees Approve Poker Proposal --Surprise Amendment Would Allow Poker Tournaments, On-Line Hosting
  16. Rep Brower gets Schooled on Gambling Law
  17. Things that make you go hmmmm.....THE GAMBLING BAIT AND SWITCH
  18. Council on Revenues will meet Tues to give Abercrombie the numbers he needs to justify Tax hikes
  19. GE Tax Exemption bill Held, more Prep for overall GE Tax Hike
  20. Prep-Work for GE Tax Hike: “Disaster's tourism impact isn't just Japan”
  21. Census: Hawaii 1 of top 5 states in tax growth
  22. HTA to spend $3 million to stampeded Legislature into Hiking GE Tax after Japanese arrivals drop
  23. Judge rejects suit challenging rail survey (nice show for LaHood)
  24. New rail lawsuit takes shape
  25. Feds tout Honolulu rail project
  26. SB367: HECO wants to socialize cable cost, privatize any profit
  27. Electricity utility and state officials will dedicate Oahu’s first large-scale wind farm today
  28. HB680: Bill would abolish Kakaako makai community panel
  29. Kauai Council to Hike Property Taxes $144/year
  30. Election 2012: Kenoi buying Kona Votes with CIP
  31. Cabanilla Resolution: Eliminating NIMBY
  32. Looser ethics bill for legislators will make influence-peddling easier
  33. State Senate Honors Ronald Reagan
  34. Matsumoto in smack down of Berish on ERS
  35. Online Travel Companies Owe Hawaii $170 Million In Unpaid Taxes
  36. MORE BAD LEGISLATION PENDING
  37. Hawaii: 35% of teen Pregnancies end in Abortion
  38. SA: ‘Obamacare’ not so abominable for Hawaii’s Medicare beneficiaries
  39. ILWU Pushing Frozen Bread Bill to boost Love’s
  40. Former GM: Scrap Yard Doesn't Need Subsidy
  41. Murderer may walk streets thanks to Judge Michael Town
  42. Ex-officer admits vandalizing SUV
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Wednesday, March 23, 2011
March 23, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1046 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Legislators, DBEDT support two casinos and Internet Gaming—Amendment violates Federal Law
  2. Hawaii Congressional Delegation AWOL on Libya
  3. 9-11 truthers claim Shinseki running for Hawaii Senate seat, Inouye’s office forced to deny
  4. US Approaching Insolvency, Fix To Be 'Painful': Dallas Federal Reserve Chair Fisher
  5. Only “modest decline” in Japan travel
  6. Shapiro: Governor needs to deliver on vow to do more with less
  7. Abercrombie on Rail:  “It’s all photos and photo-ops right now. I’ve seen those before.”
  8. Honolulu Council plays hardball over Transit Authority
  9. State Still Wants to Cap Counties' Share of TAT
  10. Public Workers “comfortable with furloughs” -- May Be Offered 'Mini Furlough'
  11. Legislators, Big Business push Bag Tax on Hawaii shoppers
  12. First Hawaiian: $1.8M raised for Japan relief
  13. Bill legalizing $200 bribes still alive
  14. HCR107 to investigate secession from United States
  15. SA: DoE Doesn’t need to test students (SB1282)
  16. Panel tables bill over electing attorney general
  17. Mysterious Abercrombie OIP pick Rejects Offer, vanishes
  18. Hawaii Legislature Backs Off Punishing Tourism Publications
  19. Developer: Maui Windfarm to be dead in 25 years
  20. Akaka teams up with 47 Senate Dems to protect Green Energy Scammers
  21. Resurrected: Gambling Inserted into Shell Bill
  22. County mum on felon fire captain
  23. Former Maui officer charged with sex assault, kidnapping
  24. Despite Furloughs, Overtime Down in Most City Departments (Oops!)
  25. Other Cities Report Problems with Honolulu Rail Contractor
  26. County hearing officer recommends Hu Honua permit approval
  27. Hawaiian Elec. in Solar Power Pact
  28. Developer gets approval for new mall on DHHL land in Kapolei
  29. Tsunami, Power Outages Still On Minds Of Many Ewa Residents
  30. Hawaii’s #6 Tax Delinquent ensnared in Calif. building dispute
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Tuesday, March 22, 2011
March 22, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1079 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Kucinich, Nader: Obama could be Impeached for Libya War
  2. Tsunami Roulette: Are Kahului fuel tanks and sewage plant at risk?
  3. Regime Change is goal of Obama’s Libya War
  4. Hanabusa still lives at Ko Olina
  5. Subcontractors, airlines, others would pay the GET
  6. UHERO: We still think the economy is going to recover
  7. Borreca Joins Abercrombie’s Doom and Gloom Brigade
  8. Delta: Japan travel decline a 6 to 9 month one time event
  9. Hawaii’s February unemployment holds steady at 6.3%
  10. SA: Reject Abercrombie’s assault on travel media
  11. Is Wildman a Pay-to-Play Judicial Appointment?
  12. Hawaii reapportionment commission forms
  13. SB367: Oahu electric customers would pay for undersea power cable under pending legislation
  14. Green Energy Scammers Panic over 2016 Sunset (HB1270/HB566)
  15. Honolulu Contracts for 80 rail cars at $574M
  16. City Says Rail Contracts Coming in Under Budget; Critics Not Convinced
  17. House Has Approved Government Purchase Of State-Run Superferry
  18. Luddites Frantic as First Application For Factory Fish Farm in U.S. Waters Poised for Approval
  19. BoE Chair Toguchi calls for suspension of 180-day law
  20. “Worse than Furloughs” DoE, BoE promise chaos if Legislature Cuts Budget $110M
  21. Legislature pushes plan to close school, convert to prison
  22. Still Celebrating Islam Day on September 11, Muslims give away shoes in Kalihi, SA helps them raise money
  23. Hawaii County Cuts Spending, Holds line on taxes
  24. OHA $329K buys favor from Hawaiian Orgs
  25. GRASSROOT INSTITUTE ANNOUNCES 2011 PORK REPORT COVER DESIGN CONTEST
  26. Hokulia Plaintiff: “My Mom, an Eighty Eight Year Old Bar Fly in Kailua-Kona”
  27. Officer probed for crash Sunday after license was revoked
  28. Hawaii Doper Church defeated: Idaho Supreme Court rules against claim that marijuana is a religious sacrament
  29. HMSA applies to raise plan premiums by 4.2%
  30. NLRB: OK To Spy on Your Boss
  31. Threat to internet links? “We need to go out and find out what the hell is happening in Hawaii”
  32. 125th Anniversary of ILWU
  33. Mufi: 'CNMI could learn from Hawaii strategy'
  34. Pacific troops get new leader: The crisis in Japan is a top priority as Francis Wiercinski takes charge
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Monday, March 21, 2011
March 21, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 796 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. The plan to Overhaul Straight Hawaii
  2. Hawaii 2011 Reapportionment Commission includes Jeff Stone's Wife, Hannemann Staffer married to Rail Contractor
  3. Hanabusa, Hirono vote for Government Shutdown—Oppose Afghan Withdrawal
  4. HECO: IBEW got raises, we got two-tier Pension Plan
  5. Rep Fontaine interviews Bishop Silva, Darryl Vincent on Homelessness
  6. Excuse: Senate Money Chairman: Hawaii House Budget 'No Longer Valid'
  7. Visitors still arriving from Japan
  8. Intent: Anything that is rented or shipped will pay GE Tax under House Scheme to extract $729M from Hawaii residents ($521 per person)
  9. Tax The Peasants: GE Tax to hit Shipping, Phone bill, Airline travel
  10. SA: Approve city gas tax increase
  11. SB367: Committees to discuss $1B undersea Cable Scam Today (Give our money to billionaire wind-scammers)
  12. Number of bills alive in Legislature shrinks
  13. HPD Officer Salaries: A Tale of Confusion and Contradiction
  14. Chairman of ERS Board Responds to George Berish Series on Public Pensions
  15. Businessman offers plastic bag alternative
  16. Tipping Fees: Should Private Scrap Yard Get $1.9 Million Subsidy from Honolulu?
  17. Hawaii burns $2.35M on “Open Space”
  18. AT&T to buy T-Mobile USA for $39 billion
  19. Four Hawaii Borders bookstores will close
  20. Hawaii Small Businesses Absorbing Soaring Gas Costs
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Monday, March 21, 2011
March, 2011 Letters to the Editor
By Letters to the Editor :: 1030 Views :: Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  • What Did Rep Brower say about “intolerant” Hawaii?
  • Ministry Group Buying out Porn Shops in Wahiawa
  • HB548: Trespassing Liability Taskforce to Exclude Publishers
  • Tom Berg saves Barbers Point Ewa Stables
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Sunday, March 20, 2011
March 20, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1081 Views :: Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics
  1. SB1282/HB1055: Bills would “repeal norm-referenced testing” in the DoE
  2. Hawaii’s Bernard von NotHaus Convicted of Minting His Own Currency—could get 15 years
  3. Borreca: Hirono vs Hanabusa for Senate?
  4. Schatz in DC to Cash in on Tsunami
  5. Japanese tourists still coming to isles –strong Yen is factor
  6. Ratepayers to be stuck with bill for $1B cable project to bring wind electricity to Oahu
  7. Clayton Hee: Sustainability=State Ownership  (PUBLIC)
  8. Clients burn over kitchen's closing by State (PRIVATE)
  9. Captain Admits Young Bros causes extensive unreported Coral Reef Damage
  10. District Cooling in Hawaii—Importing a ready-made Profitable, Politically Connected, Non-Profit
  11. Enviro scammers: Bag taxes are Fun! (SB1363)
  12. Union Bosses continue to Loot Unity House Assets
  13. BOE chief pitches ads on campus--Toguchi proposes selling advertising space at public schools as a way to raise cash
  14. Kauai Budget climbs as tax assessments fall
  15. Hawaii Dope Doctors giving Medical Marijuana to Minors
  16. MELE minds music's business
  17. Legislature, Landed Aristocracy seek to silence discussion of PASH rights
  18. Kawaiahao burials dispute a defining moment for Hawaiians
  19. Protecting the Kona name
  20. KIUC Voters reelect incumbents
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Saturday, March 19, 2011
March 19, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 708 Views :: Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics
  1. Case: Inouye not in control, won’t be able to designate next Senator
  2. Abercrombie picks Wildman for Circuit Court, refuses to name nominees
  3. HB638--New Voting System for Hawaii: Round up as many candidates as possible, gang up on the front runners
  4. Enviros win 90% in Hawaii Supreme Court
  5. Defeating Assisted Suicide: Four Victories - One to go
  6. Full Text: Pacific Commander Admiral Willard Q&A on Search and Rescue in Japan
  7. Ghouls: Do Japan's woes make hiking GET more palatable?
  8. Abercrombie thrilled about new Spending
  9. Abercrombie has to be living in Cave
  10. Another Step Taken To State-Owned Slaughterhouse
  11. Ethics: Is Rail worth $36.75 to Legislators?
  12. CONFIRMED: DoE Bullying Policy Serves Transsexual Agenda for Hawaii Schools
  13. Scientists Predict Japan's Tsunami Trash To Hit Hawaii Shores in 18 mos
  14. Abercrombie to join wind energy scammers at Grand Opening
  15. VIDEO: Hawaii Council chair “deeply concerned” with Kenoi budget
  16. More Revisionist History hits bookstores Next Week
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Friday, March 18, 2011
March 18, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1502 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics, World News, World Politics
  1. UN authorizes Military action against Gaddafi, airstrikes could begin within hours
  2. Day One of Obama’s War, Airstrikes Don’t Begin: Gaddafi forces shell west Libya's Misrata, 25 dead
  3. Hillary dumps Obama over refusal to act in Libya: “Not happy with dealing with a president who can’t decide if today is Tuesday or Wednesday”
  4. The Future of the Grassroot Institute
  5. HB1300: Legislature takes its time abolishing a law that it says is ‘devastating’ to business
  6. House Republicans Introduce Welfare Reform Act of 2011
  7. Hurricane Shelters: Hawaii Still Counting on a Lucky Miss
  8. Abercrombie’s dismissal of nuclear fears tied to Mainland Tourism
  9. Japanese Arrivals drop 86%
  10. Hawaii Council on Revenues Can't Regroup for Another Month
  11. Town hall meeting by Hawaii House Republicans to discuss proposal for state's 1st pension tax
  12. Oshiro Punts budget: “Now it's up to governor and unions”, hints at lower Pension Tax Threshold
  13. Senate rushes $18M to pay for Abercrombie’s Government Union Giveaway
  14. Abercrombie thinks Unions are going to give back $88M/year
  15. HSTA, UPW Collective Bargaining Bills Hit Glitch
  16. Green Energy Scammers Claim they can provide 25% of Hawaii Electricity (Ratepayer Beware)
  17. Richard Lim confirmed as DBEDT Boss
  18. Honolulu City Council Battles Administration for Control of Rail Agency Budget
  19. Transparent? Mayor Makes $44M Disappear
  20. Anderson, Berg Speak Out Against Fuel Tax
  21. Hanabusa appeals to Congress in Hunt for “Sand Lady”
  22. SA: Close nepotism bill loophole
  23. CENSORSHIP: Aila threatens SA, KITV over photos of Pearl City graves
  24. CENSORSHIP HB548: Civil Beat finally figures out that Hawaii is like Cuba
  25. CENSORSHIP: Stalinist Media Council continues to harass HNN
  26. Dissidents’ Bills shut out of Legislative Committees, but not as badly as Republicans’
  27. Foodstamps: 78% of eligible persons use them in Hawaii
  28. Kauai Mayor delivers 3rd State of the County address, burns up Reserve Fund
  29. HHSC has new CEO
  30. Owners of tsunami-damaged property should call 2-1-1
  31. Newly released tsunami video shows waves sweeping through Kailua-Kona store
  32. Hawaii County's 32 hurricane shelters can withstand no more than Category 1 hurricane
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Thursday, March 17, 2011
March 17, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 995 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

SB218: Will Legislature force St Francis Hospitals to close over forced abortion?

Abercrombie to open new State Information Technology Department with donation from dot.com Billionaire (No conflict of interest there, eh?)

Blabercrombie: “The war of each against all, which has an iron grip on our country, is coming to an end in Hawaii”

Mercado Kim says Hannemann is Godfather as ‘divisive’ Democrat Primary goes from crowded to jam-packed

Is Linda Lingle Competitive? Cast your vote as PPP considers poll on Hawaii Senate Race

Hawaii presents the most decisive defeat for assisted suicide and euthanasia to date

Dismissed in Federal Court, Convicted Felon Keanu Sai fails in effort to seize control of Hawaii

House OKs $21 billion draft budget—GE Tax hike on Horizon

Abercrombie Now 'Flexible' On Raising GET

Abercrombie During the campaign vs. post swear-in

Abercrombie launches Office of Information Management and Technology with Donation from dot.com Billionaire (No conflict of interest to see here, just move along.)

Ethics Commission Opposes Bill; More Free Invites for Lawmakers

Kauai Budget hikes spending 12%—property tax hike still on table

No Budget Approval Needed for Rail at this Time, City Council Told

Abercrombie’s Sales Pitch for Hawaii Tourism: “A drug cartel is not going to murder you here."

Tsunami cripples 2 Big Isle hotels, one may never reopen

Tsunami claims 8 homes on East End Molokai

Hawaii Lawmaker: Nuclear Energy Still 'Viable Option'

Slom gives rundown on Morita

Dopers not pleased with Single Dispensary on Maui

Homeless removed from Kakaako lot—25 finally choose to go into shelters

Taxpayers, Ratepayers forced to subsidize Unwanted Solar Water Heaters

Mandatory Spending Now Exceeds all Federal Revenues

Desperate Luddites: GMOs make you fat

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Wednesday, March 16, 2011
March 16, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1000 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Abercrombie: 100 Days, 10 Broken Promises

Ward: Budget does not account for COFA, CoR Revision, Japan tourism dropoff

Ewa Community to discuss Emergency Preparedness after blackout, Tsunami

Abercrombie Administration advises Public to Avoid Ingesting Potassium Iodide

Shapiro: Schatz, Hirono, Hanabusa may push Case, Hannemann out of Senate race  

Abercrombie’s Mitsunaga: We occasionally got contracts honestly  

Abercrombie’s first 100 days reveal worrisome inconsistencies  

SA: Release judicial nominee names  

Furlough Fridays Forgotten by Abercrombie?  

Abercrombie finds “More Federal Funds” in Tsunami  

Budget Outburst: Calvin Say scared, full of fear, Storms out of hearing  

Pension Tax: “A lower threshold is the ultimate goal”  

Carlisle proposes 36% Gas Tax Hike  

Furfaro not seeking vacant HD 14 Seat  

Two-Thirds vote needed for Bond Issue: Turn one vote and Kill Rail  

Rail hearing to be continued  

Maui: Committee holds off on putting end to furloughs

WSJ looks at Japanese travel after Kobe, SARS outbreak  

Obama: Japan Radiation Won't Reach Hawaii (VIDEO)  

Fukushima: Mark 1 Nuclear Reactor Design Caused GE Scientist To Quit In Protest  

Kauai Dam Breach Killed 7 Five Years Ago, But Criminal Charges Against Dam Owner are Still Pending  

UH Richardson School of Law drops 23 spots  

House Committee: Potheads to get marijuana ‘dispensary’ on Maui  

Hawaii’s Physician Discipline is Poor  

Hawaiian Schools Threaten To Boycott State Test  

Hawaii Legislature Should Honor Ronald Reagan  

After being rousted from Kakaako Park, homeless man threatens to leave Hawaii  

HECO sends thousands of outage customers apology, $50  

Free Two-Part Program for Non-Lawyers on “Online Legal Resources”  

Puppy mill bill advancing  

Former SDS Leader Todd Gitlin to speak at UH Manoa  

Don Ho's children evicted by Trustees

 

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Tuesday, March 15, 2011
March 15, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 911 Views :: Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Did Sen Mike Gabbard get hoaxed by fake Turkic President?

Supreme Court extends Big Isle Foreclosure Mediation Project

Hawaii Gov. Abercrombie marks 100 days in office Tuesday as state recovers

Hawaii Lawmakers Expected to Raid Special Funds to Close Gap

Seven Tax Hike Bills in Legislature

Stakes going up in legal fight over O’ahu rail

ILind: Abercrombie’s Pay-to-Play Contract Coordinator?  So What?

Daniel Akaka Explains Why He Won't Step Down Early--Retiring Mid-Term Would Allow Governor To Appoint Democrat

Hawaii Public Compensation: $40,000 = $64,000

The Paychecks of Hawaii Public Union Leaders

Abercrombie seeks eight more BoE appointees who will not Audit The DoE

NYT: For Honolulu’s Homeless, an Eviction Notice

REALITY: No Elevated Radiation Detected in Islands

Japanese groups cancelling travel plans to Hawaii

Economic damage from isle tsunami spreads, becomes Abercrombie’s latest argument for Tax Hikes

Djou Staying in the Game

Donna Mercado-Kim considers Senate Run

Hawaii becomes first state with $4 gas average

Star-Advertiser: General Public is just as dangerous as Criminal Lunatics

Anti-Superferry Protester Morita confirmed as PUC chief

Hawaii Human Trafficking Bill Revived

Omidyar gives more Megabucks to Kanu, Nature conservancy

Starwood and union agree on new contract

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Monday, March 14, 2011
March 14, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1248 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, World News, World Politics

Will Abercrombie kill Rail to establish Pay-to-Play monopoly?

Cabanilla staffer, on the job at Capitol, “also works for an attorney”

Waialua HS, Sacred Hearts win East Coast Robotics Competitions, head for Championship

The Japanese won’t be back for carefree vacations any time soon

Governor’s Office is in considerable disarray

Star-Advertiser wants blank to count as “no” on Constitutional Amendments

Anti-Superferry Protesters to face Confirmation today

Bill Watch: Hawaii Human Trafficking Bills Appear Dead

Big Wind, Banks again sabotage financing for residential solar installers

44 people killed by Wind Energy projects

Nuclear panic

Nuclear Reality: Hawaii Legislators are already Radioactive

Hawaii, Guam raise profiles in Pacific as China expands Navy

HB1070: Senate to unleash lunatics to balance budget?

Abercrombie to sign bill to appoint Board of Education members

Hanabusa named to House panel on fisheries

Tsunami destroyed two or three houses in Milolii

State’s ‘horrendous’ hurdles block retired officers who want to carry firearms

Socialists succeed in blocking land sale, look towards County-owned farm

Symphony group sees 'endless opportunities'

On the trail to Hawaii Islam Day: Libyan assassins

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Sunday, March 13, 2011
March 13, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1034 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Death toll likely to top 10,000, as 170,000 flee nuclear crisis

Hawaii Family Forum wins vs Suicide, Gambling—Healthcare Right of Conscience still pending

Hawaii Red Cross Helping Local Victims, Taking Donations For Japan

Pay to Play figure “Will be key in initiating Abercrombie’s Contracts"

Star-Advertiser backs Abercrombie against Inouye

$21M budgeted for rail authority, Council will not Oversee

OHA, Counties, DoE at war over profits from School Closures

Save our Jobs Hawaii: Higher alcohol tax will destroy restaurant and hospitality jobs

Solid Waste overtime raises red flags

Nonprofits squeezed by Spending Cuts, Obama Attack

Meth Project captures attention of Teens

Reimbursements control mental health services

Hawaii Medical Marijuana License Bill Faces Tuesday Hearing

Coast Guard: Kailua Pier condemned

Sopogy thrives by thinking biga (With our ACT 221 Dollars)

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Saturday, March 12, 2011
March 12, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1291 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, World News, World Politics

Japan-Hawaii Relief Fund set up at First Hawaiian Bank

Photos, Video: Explosion at Fukushima Nuclear plant

Japanese officials say the container housing the reactor was not damaged and that radiation levels have now fallen

9,500 unaccounted for in Miyagi's Minamisanriku: local gov't

Tsunami Statements from Governor’s Office

VIDEOS: Hotels, Businesses in Kona, Kohala, Wailuku, Kauai flooded

State Senate cancels committee hearings, House does not

Legislature's backwash flush with antics on ethics and pay

Hawaii House Passes Instant Runoff Voting Bill

Hawaii’s Marijuana Bills May Die in Committees

HECO union workers approve new contract

Maui Land is back in the black after killing off pensions

Lunalilo Freeway is 26th-most congested in nation

It's mediation for Barr, her Honokaa neighbors

Third U.S. Tsunami Center May Be Headed to Puerto Rico

Holes in Hawaii's Tsunami Evacuation Zone

European Union Official blames Quake, Tsunami on Global Warming

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Friday, March 11, 2011
March 11, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 612 Views

Kyodo: Honshu Quake ruptures 150 miles of crust, over 1,000 feared dead

Photos: Chunks of asphalt litter Alii Drive

Tsunami: Kahului 6ft, Hilo 4.3ft at 4AM, minor flooding reported

Foreclosures: Rep Fontaine opens up Direct Line to Bank Assistance

Hawaii Judiciary seeks non-attorney to oversee Dishonest Lawyers

VIDEO: House debates Taxes, Ground Leases, Transmission Cable, DUI Interlock, Boat Tours

Hawaii Responds to U.S. Supreme Court in Nader Ballot Access Case

Hawaii Robotics Teams Compete across Country

Democrats, Union threaten to cut Tsunami Center funding if GOP Budget passes

CoR Punches new $266M hole in Budget—Abercrombie plan missing nearly $1B

Hawaii government spending jumps in new budget

Brewbaker plays political games with Council on Revenues Numbers

Tax n Spend: Gov. Neil Abercrombie is looking into establishing a state highway patrol, defends soda tax

SA: Base state pensions on base pay

Bill Watch: Half Way Point

The state says it does not have the facilities to bring prisoners back to the islands

Hawaii Public Broadcasters Prepare For Loss Of Federal Money

Bill to ban nepotism in hiring for state jobs clears key hurdle

OIP Director: "I Was Terminated."

Hooser busted taking free meal from Industry Lobbyists

Child care provider awaits electric service

Soon-to-be-ousted Hawaii BOE Chair on 2010 Metlife Survey Results

Well-intended law requiring ethanol for isle cars backfired

Panos: Hawaii Clean Energy Goals and Reality

Maui WWII internment camps part of research

DOH finds high arsenic levels in Kilauea neighborhood, risk “nil”

Lawmaker Wants Welfare Benefits Spent in Missouri – Not Hawaii

FACE Maui leading the fight on foreclosure reform

Hawaii absent from world’s largest travel exhibition

Wisconsin Governor Rescinds Layoff Notices as Republicans save jobs from Union Bosses’ Attack

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Thursday, March 10, 2011
March 10, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1203 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, World News, World Politics

Marumoto: Pension Tax threshold could be dropped to $75K at end of session

$550M tax increases among 710 Crossover Bills

Recktenwald seeking comment on Judicial Nominees for First, Fifth Circuit

Hope Probation Launched in Hilo

Obamacare Subsidizes Health Benefits for State and Local Government Retirees

Anti-Superferry Protester to head PUC: Nomination approved 6-1, heads for full Senate

House Budget “only” boosts spending by $740M

Oshiro Echoes Abercrombie’s attack on Council on Revenues

Carlisle guts CIP $300M to pay debt, pension, healthcare

Hawaii Co Council members say plan doesn't save money, just delays costs

 

DoE Demands $359M gift to contractors

SB 715: Senate votes to repeal Ethanol Requirement

HB546: Men can get hired if they put on dress, threaten to sue

Much of Abercrombie’s non-fiscal Legislative package still on the move

Witchhunt: Sen Kim calls for prosecution of Lingle Admin Officials

Substitute teachers' suit in court to determine back pay

Hawaii Files Brief in Virginia Supporting Obamacare

PUC refuses to stick it to the peasants: Biofuels ruling could hurt Aina Koa Pono (so sad)

Secret Nominees? Recktenwald shows Abercrombie the sunshine

Rep. Colleen Hanabusa tours Guantanamo Bay, seeks “balanced process”

Workers not electrified by tentative deal

Chemophobia Alert: Arsenic found in Kilauea

HOPE probation provides freedom on a short leash

Sovereignty scammers target Grand Wailea, Bloomberg News falls for it

Kamehameha III ordered Iwi be moved to build Church

After groveling before Hu, Honolulu Council insults Sun Yat-sen by “honoring” him

Crews Clean Up Keaau Beach Park: Homeless Forced To Leave During Project

Democrats need their dope: Pass 5 Marijuana Bills

Hawaii to spend $2M upgrading international arrival area at Honolulu's airport

Flush: Hawaii County to fully fund 2% “Open Spaces Fund”

Memminger: States should lure others’ welfare tourists to revive economies

North Korea Nears Completion of Electromagnetic Pulse Bomb

Turkey and the Restoration of the Caliphate

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Wednesday, March 09, 2011
March 9, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 996 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Taxes, Spending, and Bans: Kona Meeting to focus on Legislature

House Raids Highway Fund, Raises Vehicle Taxes

VIDEO: House Republicans defend Prepaid Healthcare Act against Obamacare

Hope Probation Launched in Hilo

Recktenwald seeking comment on Judicial Nominees for First, Fifth Circuit

State Akaka Tribe, Instant Runoff Voting, Elected Attorney General, Healthy Dope all Crossover

Pension Tax Passes: “One day, with inflation, all pensions will be taxed”

Shapiro: Abercrombie can't get away from pledge to not raise GET

Oshiro Looking at up to $300 Million in Budget Cuts as House Passes Tax Hikes

Statewide Plastic bag ban Passes Crossover

Bill allows lawmakers, state employees to be bribed with free tickets to non-profit events

Senator Brickwood “Buzzy G” Galuteria says critics of $200 bribe bill lack knowledge

State-run Bank replaced with a Task Force

Budget for New Transit Authority: $21 Million

CDC Survey: Teens in Hawaii Have Less Sex, More Babies Than Peers

McKenna to participate in Transgender Meeting

Honolulu Ranked Safest Spring Break Destination

Homeless at Keeau Beach Park moving out

Hawai'i Long Term Care Commission invites public testimony at hearing

Senate Approves Marijuana Decriminalization, votes to convert school to prison

Inouye trying to save $22B in loan guarantees for green energy scammers

A Gift to the Peasants: State denies HECO biofuel surcharge

99% Approve new Hotel Workers Contract

UH Manoa: Seven Story Classroom building without elevators, chunks of concrete rain on pedestrians

VIDEO: Abercrombie Visits Mayor Wright Homes

Fire captain's fate to be decided soon

Hawaii County back tracks building code changes: Dramatic revisions being sent to council

Kauai Council questions impact of furloughs on overtime

Hawaii Artist, Historian Herb Kane Dies

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Tuesday, March 08, 2011
March 8, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 929 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Contract Settlement: HECO and IBEW put the people first

Senate Finance Ctte: Obamacare will cost Hawaii $30M

Yoshioka Confirmation: The Missing $700M, screaming, lying, and slander

Gallup: Hawaii No. 1 in U.S. for Wellbeing

Congress to Investigate Islamic Radicalization in the US

Hawaii Congressional Delegation: How they voted March 7

Star-Advertiser: Kym Pine was right

Nine Tax Measures to be voted by House Today

Move Afoot To Raise Taxes

Its Baaack: Legislators amend bill to allow $200 “gifts” from unions, business orgs, HIPA

Clayton Hee stalling as Five Abercrombie Cabinet appointments await hearings

More money for them: Green Energy Scammers fight against counting residential installations toward goal

Nothing escapes the unwavering gaze of our legislators

UH Perfesser complains not enough dopers among student body, Demands Legislative action

Abercrombie looks in Mirror: “We have become all too used to a style of dealing with our problems that does not reflect Hawai‘i”

HECO: Tentative labor deal reached--A vote on the contract could come by week's end

United, Continental scrap expansion plans because of oil

Hilton Worldwide reaches tentative deal with Unite Here locals

Homelessness Industry: Meth Addicts being used to grab land in Kakaako, Cooke Street

Judge: Officer ‘coerced’ accused child predator into statement

Bishop Street Trial lawyer found in Contempt, pays $300K Bail

On Trial: Kona woman accused of theft from Hospital Foundation

Animal Liberation Activist Sued for Fraud

Happiest Man in America: "Religion is very important. It grounds you. It makes you humble."

Tautofi Escapes Hawaii: “If I stay here, I can never get out of this dump”

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Monday, March 07, 2011
March 7, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1218 Views :: Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics, World News, World Politics

Star-Advertiser: Give Sand Island to Homelessness Industry—and lots of money too

Officials balk at renewing 3-strikes law

Honolulu Residents To Pay Hawaii's Highest Gas Tax under Carlisle proposal

Ewa Blackout Causes medical emergencies: One person in Serious condition

Abercrombie “No Comment” On Palafox firing

Shapiro: Don’t cross Abercrombie with independent thought

AtomicMonkey: Transparency in Government means making people Disappear

Admin seeks Eight BoE Nominees

SB1195: LWV Claims blank votes are not really counted as “No” votes

POLITICO: Will Senate ever vote on Liu to Rule over Hawaii from 9th Circuit? 

Obama Admin pushes for Human Trafficking law in Hawaii

Socialist Superferry system shelved

Fishing cut off before quota reached: Scientists have no idea about actual fish stocks

Consumers cry foul over overdraft fees

UH Manoa Richardson Law School Dean claims Obamacare is Legal

L.A. community colleges' green energy plan proves wildly impractical. The blunders cost taxpayers $10 million

 

The £25,000 eco-classroom that can't be used because solar panels don't provide enough heat

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Sunday, March 06, 2011
March 6, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 762 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Gulen Cult: Legislators to welcome “Ugly Unionbusting” to Hawaii schools?

VIDEO: New Volcanic Fissure erupts in Hawaii

Panos on Geothermal: Can Hawaii catch up with Philippines and Iceland?

Report: 92% of Nursing Homes Employ Convicts, Hawaii has not implemented background checks

Pine: HECO replacement workers put in 17-hour days

With Power Restored, Rep Pine drops State of Emergency request

Gay marriage activists plan strategy to put Civil Unions in Court

RETALIATION:  Did Gov. Abercrombie exceed his legal authority in making OIP staff appointment, blocking Takase from returning to Civil Service?

Carlisle budget boosts Taxes, Fees 

Boylan: "What if the hope and change isn't realized?"

Senate race: Mufi is “Gleefully Opportunistic”, Case “Impudent”

How Akaka built up the Old Boy System

AARP: Retroactive pension tax would be unfair and legally flawed

Hawaii may raid savings for budget

Hawaiian Electric & IBEW Union Leaders Meeting With Federal Mediator

Pot, Kettle, Black: Abercrombie speaks out against Grandstanding

GOP: IBEW WALK OUT ILLUSTRATES NEED FOR POLITICAL REFORM

Hawaii Homeless Caucus Held to push Tent City, develop revenue stream for Homelessness Industry

Earmarks ban won't halt Saddle roadwork

Commentary: Free trade pacts will benefit Hawaii

21 airlines fined for fixing passenger, cargo fees

Feds restrict total Bottomfish take to about 5,000 fish per year statewide

Anti-Plastic Brainwashing film to be shown at UH Manoa

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Saturday, March 05, 2011
March 5, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 907 Views :: Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Rep Pine calls for State of Emergency after Strike, Storm leave Ewa, Leeward in dark

Republicans field over 60 Neighborhood Board Candidates

RCP: Akaka's Seat a Longshot for GOP

Abercrombie Admin caught in lie as OIP director is fired

Perry & Price: Abercrombie digging a hole, just keeps digging

Highest in Nation: Hawaii Underemployment hovers between 21-25%

SB8: Abercrombie Will Sign Legislation to Appoint Board of Education Members

Human Error? “Somebody threw a wrong switch”

Abercrombie: “My thought….”

IBEW Business Manager Accuses HECO Of Stalling

KHON: Big money expected for Akaka’s seat

WaPo: The GOP's tough path in Hawaii

Hawaii ponders moratorium on home foreclosures

Groups' anti-gambling efforts pay off

Hawaii excise tax revenue climbs, but general fund is down compared to last year

Things that make you go hmmmm.....TIMING, REALLY?

House Bill 853: Most Dangerous at the Hawaii Legislature copied from Most Corrupt State in the Union

Public safety, defense and accounting heads unanimously confirmed by Hawaii Senate

Kauai NIMBYS follow in OHA’s Footsteps, block drug treatment

Police, Fire Chief Want Pay Raises; Mayor Opposed

Park Concessions could help offset cost of repairs — Arakawa

Star-Advertiser Sunday circulation off projections by 10%

Fire chiefs want sprinklers in all new single-family homes

Oahu Landfill Set To Reopen

Hawaii state farm fair will not take place this year 

Bill to recognize bat stalls

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Friday, March 04, 2011
March 4, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 756 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Kona TEA Party Rally: No New Taxes, Audit the DoE

Abercrombie, Inouye fought over Akaka Retirement—Palafox connection?

Djou: Lingle would make an outstanding US Senator

Hanabusa, Hirono, Akaka: Make way for Captain Kirk

D.C., Hawaii Top the Rest of the Union in Economic Confidence

Pine: Hawaii hands out the most welfare dollars, food, and benefits in Nation

VIDEO: Reps Fontaine, McKelvey against HB141 weakening Repeat Offender sentencing

HB1529 Government Planning? Leg considers bill asking Governor to convene task force to write report 

Oppressed by Taxes, Utility Bills, Land Monopolies, Hawaii works 24/7, never sleeps

Perriera troubled by Abercrombie’s plan to grow Government

Lawmakers Scramble to Meet First Decking

Leg advances $116M Tax hikes, Abercrombie wanted $540M

Measures to start various forms of gambling in Hawaii fail to advance

Race Hustler Clayton Hee calls William Aila Dickless

Dickless men in dresses to become new protected class

Transsexual Prostitutes Prey On Downtown Middle School Students

Abercrombie: New BoE to be seated by April Fools Day

Clayton Hee: Bipolar, egotistical, quick to anger, boorish, dysfunctional, brutal, racist

Sen Brickwood “Buzzy G” Galuteria earns place in hall of shame

Honolulu Budget to be available online

DoE Maintenance Solution? Close schools and sell land

Landed Aristocracy, Labor unions advance bills

Hawaii Legislature Weighs Controversial Adoption Bill

HB638: Instant Runoff Voting

CNN: TSA Polygraph Tests for Honolulu Baggage handlers

Legislature spends all day on Homelessness Industry

Recycling War: PVT, Waimanalo Gulch vs Schitzer Steel 

Students in Free Enterprise help Tuvaluans Build Businesses

Attorney general sues animal rights activist

SA: Open-ocean aquaculture needs more scrutiny

GM sells just 281 Chevy Volts in February, Nissan only moves 67 Leafs 

American Samoa tells more than 100 businesses to stop distributing plastic bags

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Thursday, March 03, 2011
March 3, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1286 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Akaka not running in 2012, will not let Abercrombie choose successor

NPR: Senate Exit By Hawaii's Akaka May Open Door For Lingle

Akaka never cast one vote in favor of legal protection for unborn children in 22 years

How Inouye sabotaged Akaka Bill

Ed Case: “I remain interested in U. S. Senate”

Mufi: “Plenty of time to discuss my plans”

Lingle, Djou comment on Akaka retirement

Extortion, Criminal Conspiracy: FBI investigating Gulen Religious Cult behind Mokapu STEM School, Pacifica Institute

Hirono, Hanabusa reject Obama, vote for Government Shut Down

Jamie Story leaving Grassroot Institute

Honolulu 40 Days for Life Rally at Capitol

Souki: “They're probably all jumping for joy right now . . . The field's wide open”

Solomon: Clayton Hee for US Senate

First Open Senate Race since 1976

“A moment of silence for Tort Reform” Tommy Waters, Portnoy named to Judicial Selection Commission

No pain for HGEA, No savings for State: Medicare Part B cut only for hires after July 1

Bill takes step toward elected attorney general

No Shortfall, But Carlisle Still Wants Higher Taxes

Honolulu has already “encumbered” $338M on rail Project

Paauilo DoE Principal headed for jail, rehab after DUI conviction

No plea yet from DoE Teacher accused of tying child to toilet

Big Isle  Bag ban bogs down -- More public hearings slated

Kauai Residents torn over bag ban

Airline maps out China-Hawaii runs

Eco-Frauds claim Rate Hike Isn’t

Oi: Wind energy shows lack of prudence

Democrats Talk, Give Aila Nomination Green Light

‘Recused’?  In Decades no Senator has been found to have a conflict

Keith-Agaran turns away anti human trafficking supporters

Maui Charter Panelists will pretend to be Objective

Kauai Charter amendment sets higher limit on Charter Amendment petitions

VIDEO: Payroll Lag Gimmick to balance Hawaii County budget

Mesa Air emerges from bankruptcy

Waikiki getting pre-APEC facelift

Waikiki hotel workers authorize strike

After Legislators attack, Hawaii Car Audio Dealers Organize

Hawaii's Homeless: Transitioning out

Kaiwahine Village moves forward

Enlightened, Conscious, and Progressive Commune-dweller pleads guilty in killing

Missouri welfare benefits being spent in Hawaii

9-11 trooother Rosanne Barr attacks neighbors in Hamakua

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Wednesday, March 02, 2011
March 2, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 851 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Kona TEA Party Rally: No New Taxes, Audit the DoE

HB853: State-Owned Bank to be run by Takamine, Abercrombie

Legislature seeks to tax music, book, movie writers working in Hawaii

Slom on Taxes and Pensions: “I don’t think this Governor is going to wink-flinch”

VIDEO: Abercrombie blames elderly living longer for increasing debt, spending

Local Leaders Donate $732,278 to Stop Meth Use

HB1407: Abolishes Adoption privacy, requires names of birth parents be public record

Shapiro: Abercrombie’s Opponents were right

SA: Approve bill on appointed BOE

Hanabusa, Hirono vote for Government Shutdown in fight for pork

Things that make you go hmmmm.....MAKING A BAD IDEA WORSE

AP: Plan for tax on pensions would affect ‘wealthy’ only

Senate WAM Approves Tax-Raising Bills

Senators pass bill raiding fewer funds, UH Athletics to become Special Fund subject to future raids 

Bill to enhance film tax incentives in Hawaii advances

‘Meticulous organizing’ won Gay Civil Unions

Greene Energy Scammers to make Ratepayers foot bill for Undersea Cable?

Enviros force yet another Electric Rate Hike

Clayton Hee continues to wage war on Aila

Senators dismiss idea allowing $200 gifts

Bill Limiting Disclosure of Public Employees Information Dies

SB205 Amends Hawaii Write-In voting laws

At Least 27 Honolulu TSA Officers Under Probe: Some Checked Luggage Went Un-Screened For Months, Sources Say

DoE Estimates 3000 homeless Children

Hawaii Co Fire Department reopens investigation into Fire Captain’s Fatal Hit-Run

UH top three factory: 113 of 114 applicants get Promotion, 114th sues

Groups seek to protect fish from aquarium trade

Housing in Hawaii: What's holding it up?

PPP Considers a Hawaii Poll

1980s Flashback: Judicial Corruption corrupts Sherriff, Legislature

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Tuesday, March 01, 2011
March 1, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1104 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Kona TEA Party Rally: No New Taxes, Audit the DoE

HB1465 to be heard Thursday: Protect Elders against “Power-of-attorney” abuse

SB120—Special Funds Repeal--amended after 800 pages of testimony

Haloanakalaukapalili: The Story of the Kalo Plant at Iolani Palace

Governor Appoints Deputy Directors for Corrections and Behavioral Health

Finalists for new Dean of College of Natural Sciences will visit UH Mānoa

Pension Tax Passes Key Committee Votes, Republicans unanimous in opposition

Democrats wonder who will succeed Akaka, if not Lingle

Lingle advisor Klompus to work in “consulting”, write Lingle book

Don’t be a Dick: Clayton Hee demands look at Aila’s “Pubic Record”

Star-Advertiser: Accepting Abercrombie’s cuts is HGEA’s last best chance to avoid Wisconsin-style measures

Legislature seeks to steal Honolulu City property under closed Schools

After chasing Superferry out, Socialist Legislature considers State-Run Ferry

Kaneko, Tsutsui gut transparency bill and conspire to allow unlimited bribes in increments of $200

New government may be started by state in order to hand out money, land to OHA Trustees

State-Level Akaka Bill Stirs Controversy: Effort To Recognize Native Hawaiian Entity Is Opposed By Some Groups

Recycling War: Registered Lobbyist Says He Isn't A Lobbyist

Lawmakers Told Oil Price Spike Could Cut into Hawaii Tourism

Labyrinthine land-use laws suffocating isle economy

VIDEO: Bioenergy plant opponents block road in Pepeekeo

Kakaako homeless given extension to pack up and leave

Eugene Sanders, Former Cleveland Schools' Head, lecturing on “School reform” in Maui

More than 150 dogs seized from puppy farm

New trial set for HPD officer accused of sex assault

Maui Doper Claims she isn’t getting high, just medicated

Rosanne Barr nailed for Illegal Grading, Grubbing on Hamakua Nut farm

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Monday, February 28, 2011
February 28, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1141 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Charles Djou, second most moderate Republican in 111th Congress

Fraud, Threats, and bathrooms: Hanabusa’s Jeff Stone dukes it out with KoOlina condo owners

More on Hanabusa’s Chief of Staff: Wu says he was hospitalized in 2008 for reaction to mental-health drug

State skim = rail scam

Kona Residents “up in arms” over governor's budget

National Journal picks up Akaka Story 

CB: $510M in New Taxes

APEC Committee vs FT: “APEC Ready”

SA: State needs CIO

More kids eligible for low-cost lunch

9-11 Patriot Flag raised in Honolulu

Panos promotes Geo energy before Conservative Forum

A day of remembrance, preservation at internment camp site

Honolulu Limbaugh Resolution futile, unoriginal

Kawaiahao Pastor defends disturbing burials

Homeless man starts up car wash business to get off the streets

New Designer Drug being sold on Oahu

Two Medical Marijuana Bills Pending Tuesday Hearing

Calif. pot dispensaries run afoul of taxman

Isle workplaces safer, data show

Japan's credit rating sinks under weight of massive national debt

Fuel miscalculations send Russian satellites crashing into Hawaiian waters

Unitarians Dump Pacific Region Director 

Small Nuclear War Could Reverse Global Warming

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Sunday, February 27, 2011
February 27, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1118 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics

KHON: With his term up next year, what do you think Sen. Dan Akaka should do?

Star-Advertiser begins to panic as Abercrombie “lecturing, harangues”

HGEA: Abercrombie is like Scott Walker

Dopers, anti-Superferry activists duke it out for control of Maui Democratic Party

Wind power is stirring up the neighbor isles, where the resource would be captured

Contested Case granted in TMT Shakedown—two year countdown to defeating the Telescope

A peek at a few of the legislative “packages”

Usual gaggle of Honolulu progressives rally demanding you pay for Abortion, Gov’t Unions

Kenoi administration ends up recruiting nominees for redistricting board

OHA awards $329K in community grants

Hawaii County to consider requests from nonprofits

Medicated: Hawaii alleged doper allegedly found with 84lbs of marijuana in Arkansas

SB 175 Would Move Medical Marijuana Program from Narcotics Enforcement to the Department of Health

Horizon Lines agrees to $45M fine for Monopolizing US – Puerto Rico Jones Act Trade (hint, hint)

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Saturday, February 26, 2011
February 26, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 930 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Inouye dumps Akaka: Says Hanabusa, Hirono, Hannemann worthy contenders for 2012 Senate race

Gallup: Hawaii is tops in moderates, has fewest conservatives in nation

SB218 passes Senate Judiciary: Would force all Hospitals to provide Abortion Pill

$3.48M sat for 9 years after photo enforcement law repealed

Limbaugh: Did Honolulu Council ever pass resolution condemning Mao’s genocide?

Hawaii Legislature honored Mao Zedong collaborator

Full Text: Maui 2011 State of the County Speech

Some Democrats question Akaka’s ‘Viability’

Nonaka: GOP has strong bench for 2012 Senate challenge

Finance Committee considers 3 pension tax plans

HB 1092: Abercrombie administration still pushing for Pension tax at $37,500, Dems likely to boil frog slower

HB799 Imposes GE Tax on non-profits, hospitals, churches

HB 815: Hawaii Could Cut Public Workers' Bargaining Rights

Arakawa: Tough decisions to be made in tough times

Mauna Kea telescope OK'd: Opponents will get one last chance to appeal for the site's cultural significance

Hawaii jobless rate averaged 6.6% in 2010, nation's 7th lowest

MoveOn.org, Hiding behind new name, demands tax increases in Honolulu

Hawaii Activists protest at Kawaiahao Construction site

Gays looking forward to hundreds “getting married” in Hawaii

State has Thousands of Dollars Owed to Itself in Unclaimed Property Program

Day 2: Birthers focus in on Palafox termination

Hot water in works for Mayor Wright

Arun Gandhi: Hawaii Progressives play host to yet another anti-Semite

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Friday, February 25, 2011
February 25, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 877 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Full Text: Carlisle’s State of the City Speech

Census Bureau releases Hawaii 2010 Redistricting, Census Data, custom maps

FT: Complacent Honolulu out of its league, not ready for APEC

Hawaii’s future: LA Marijuana dispensaries outnumber Starbucks, McDonalds

Dans cling to power as upheaval convulses Senate

Senate Leaders Support 'Borrowing' From Transit Fund

How Can DoH create grounds for Civil Unions Litigation?

Civil Beat Claims Gov Not Taxing Pensions of Retirees With $37,500 Income

Birthers finally figure out how to fit Palafox dismissal into Conspiracy Theory

State Legislature on five-day recess from floor sessions

WHERE’S THE TRANSPARENCY?

Clayton Hee’s wife given $141K job at UH

BOE Recommends Liliuokalani Elementary Closure to save $575K

Carlisle Uses State of City Address to Outline Financial Woes, Hopes

Lights! Camera! Tax Credits! (Why Hawaii Needs To Give Rich People Money In A Bad Economy)

Is Abercrombie a closet fan of Scott Walker?

Former state building is entryway into black hole

Hawaii island fire official to serve 90-day term in pedestrian's death

Trial underway for HPD officer accused of sexually assaulting prostitute

Galen Fox Part 2

National Park Service to hold Hawaii meetings on preserving internment camps

Marijuana Dispensaries Headed For Senate Approval: Bill Would Tax Marijuana Sales, Stores

HECO Workers Deliver Strike Notice: Employees Could Walk Off Job Saturday

Hawaii gas prices top nation

New Soros investment fund, profiting off Obama's 'green energy' push, hires top Obama energy aide

Abercrombie Pay for Play donor happy: Planned expansion will boost Pacific Biodiesel’s capacity to 5M gallons

Common Cause: Legislature Moving Bill to Hide Consumer Complaints from Public

Monopoly? Bills to allow out-of-state CPAs easier HI access being debated

Honolulu monopolizes State’s Economy

State asked to undo substandard roads in old-boy scam subdivisions

East Hawaii adds 18,258, West Hawaii Today spins

Neighbor Island growth outpaces Oahu

More Hawaii residents identify as mixed race

Designer Drugs Masked as Bath Salts found in Kona

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Thursday, February 24, 2011
February 24, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 969 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Abercrombie signs Civil Unions: Invites Sex tourists, illegal aliens to Hawaii

Pension Tax will soak 43,520 pensioners an average of $2580 each

$37,500? Abercrombie makes fool of himself during Pension Tax debate

Act 100: How Hanabusa and Cayetano launched Hawaii Pension crisis

Released: 2010 Census Data for Hawaii

Neil vs. Dan: Overheard in the Governor’s Office

Both sides see same-sex marriage in future

Slom Slams Abercrombie Budget; Says Lawmakers May Hike General Excise Tax

 

Oi: Accept Abercrombie’s tax hikes or end up like Wisconsin

Abercrombie ears sick, cancels trip

Visitor arrivals up 12% in January, spending up 20%

Carlisle paints bleak financial picture in State of City speech

Tom Berg casts lone “no” vote as rest of Honolulu Council grovels before murdering Chinese dictator

Wife of detained Chinese Nobel Prize winner Liu Xiaobo says she, family are 'hostages'

Palafox: UH Medical School unaware of any investigation

 

Turning UH Research Into Local Industries

FALSE: Radcliffe: Most Government Buildings 'Full of Mold and Virus'

Hawaii Co. Fire Captain gets 90 days in fatal hit-and-run: Driver can serve sentence on weekends, conviction will be erased from record

Honolulu report details sex charge against priest

Journalism Shield Law Important for Hawaii, First Amendment

Abercrombie sends 96 prisoners to mainland Prisons

Defendant in Thai forced labor case pleads guilty

After burning Trust Fund, Kahoolawe group seeks permanent fund stream

Stender, Cayetano seek control of Honolulu Symphony

Tweekers worried about SB40

Dopers: Marijuana Decriminalization Bill SB 1460 at the Crossroads

Hawaii attorneys targeted in scam

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Wednesday, February 23, 2011
February 23, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 812 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Lingle closed $3B budget gap without raising taxes

Djou: Hawaii Politicians Detached From Reality

Gallup: At 65.9%, Hawaii Still Most Approving of Obama; among slowest to decline

Hawaii Congressional Delegation How they voted Feb 22

HB1545 to be heard today: Hawaii Legislators’ frozen bread bill

SA: What happened to Austerity?

MISSING THE REALITY?

Abercrombie's new budget and taxes questioned

Bill on civil unions to be signed today, Oshiro too busy to get hitched to boyfriend

Oahu Democrat leader pushing for $840M in sex tourism for Hawaii

Construction months away despite groundbreaking

Hanabusa, Akaka: “There will be overruns”

Clayton Hee playing games with Abercrombie appointees

Gov's refusal to release list risks Judiciary's transparency, revert to Broken Trust days

2012? New Mufi web site looks a lot like a campaign

Telescope coming down to a vote

Final vote pending on appointed school board

HSTA still sabotaging RTTT

44 Sports programs receive support from SOS

HGEA suddenly “finds” coqui as Legislature debates tax hike to fund inspectors

Legislature approves $1M for governor's office

Even with Free Land, 'Affordable Housing' Fails due to lack of creditworthy applicants

Not BioFools: 'Our people don't want to be slapped in the face again and left with the opala'

Duh: Kenoi’s Redistricting picks didn't live in the right districts

ACLU’s Top Doper: It’s Time to Fix Hawaii’s Medical Marijuana Law

Lawmakers take extra time crafting animal cruelty bills

Tops in Torts: New Hawaii Based Online Mesothelioma Knowledge Center Launches

PBS Hawaii Presents ‘A Conversation with America’s Misanthropic Poet Laureate W.S. Merwin’

Sailors slain by Somali pirates had ties to Maui

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Tuesday, February 22, 2011
February 22, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1006 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Budget: Facing massive deficit, Abercrombie hikes spending $728.6M

Gallup: Over 10% of Hawaii voters abandon Democratic Party, exodus among greatest in US

Freedom? SB218 would force all Hospitals to provide Abortion Pill

Hawaii Lost Fewer Manufacturing Jobs Over Past Year

 

Abercrombie Budget rejects UHERO, uses $844M deficit figure, not $700M

Governor's budget proposal calls for increased spending

Pet Projects will soak up $98.3M in new spending

Wasteful Flip-Flop: Abercrombie wants to close newly opened school convert into Prison

Democrat Advertiser fearful of Lingle’s call for inclusiveness

Incompetent Democrat Angus McKelvey losing hose to Foreclosure

North-South traffic lanes closed for rail groundbreaking event

IMG Chairman Cautions Clients on Federal Funding Availability for Rail

State Still Trying to Raid City's Rail Coffers

More Federal Funds?  That’s Schatz’ job now, says Abercrombie

Kalapa: Tax credits, stimulus magnify boom-bust cycle

Honolulu Mayor Lacks Key Overtime Info For Budget

Republicans honor former senator, author for service

Student news network debuts this week

SA: Make DoE into giant Fat Farm

NLRB upholds decision against Hawaii Tribune-Herald

Obamacare Preview: HHCP employees’ paychecks bouncing

Expert: $5 gas in Hawaii not unreasonable to expect

Sustainability vs. Environmentalism: Why It’s, Sadly, Not The Same Thing

'Questionable' Maui charity heads for Nashville

Disney Aulani to open August 29

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Monday, February 21, 2011
February 21, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 729 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Abercrombie: GE Tax hike will be People's Will

People’s Pulse: 68% oppose GE Tax hike

Abercrombie doesn’t want to hear from you about Civil Unions—but he will have to anyway

Hanabusa’s new Chief of Staff helped hide “kooky” Congressman’s mental illness

City does not have clearance to build rail line 

CB: Road Paved for Raising the GET?

Legislators get mixed messages about spending cuts and raising taxes

Bob Jones: Dan Akaka should resign, let Abercrombie name replacement

Alcohol, Tobacco and now sugar?  State becomes business partner to merchants of death

DANGER: Barrel Tax Bills still alive

Surge in elder abuse prompts more investigation, awareness

Louie’s malpractice and personal injury firm salutes appointment at Attorney General

'Trafficking' bill needs clarity

City to close last homeless Tent City on Beach

Green energy scammers, monopolists come together as anti-Superferry Protester takes control of PUC

Enviro $hake down artists laugh at their ability to get away with almost anything in Hawaii courts

Kitchen's closing steams tiny firms (bureaucrats run wild crushing small businesses)

HECO Palm Oil Steam Boiler is first (and prolly last) on Earth

Hawaii County Redistricting: 3 of Kenoi's picks gave to campaign

About Face! program works, so it is being cut

DoE fails again: Only two schools comply with nutritional guidelines 

4000 endangered Hawaiian Petrels found on Lanai 

Al-Jazeera thrilled by last year’s idea of State-owned Bank for Hawaii

Legislators passion for politics began at young age

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Sunday, February 20, 2011
February 20, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 943 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Find it Here: Census Bureau set to Release Local 2010 Census Data for Hawaii

Leading Birther admits conspiracy theory promoted by Obama supporters

Wisconsin Stands With Walker as Democrats flee

SA: Special Session Coming?  GE Tax hike on menu?

Rail Fail: Minimal interest in “Transit Oriented Development”

Gambling is not the quick fix Hawaii legislators are looking for

Superferry Redux: Young Brothers Senator Roz Baker takes aim a Pasha 

Mauna Kea telescope vote slated for Friday

Good News: Oshiro copies GOP Journalist Shield Bill, reintroduces it as his own

9th Circuit: Obama’s Judicial nominee Ed Chen did not violate Judicial Code of Conduct with anti-American remarks 

Union: Without spending $100B of borrowed Chinese money, you will die

China tries to stamp out 'Jasmine Revolution'

Civil Unions projected to produce only 569 couples in 4 years

Same-sex marriage bills have mixed results

Priorities: Hawaii Legislature to define Dancing?

Veteran police officer pleads no contest to DUI charges, still at work on payroll

Lingle and staff owed $345K in unused vacation, Democrats to organize circus

Never-hired employees save isle tax dollars

Union workers reject Hawaiian Electric pact

Canadian smuggles plastic bags into Maui

Sea level rises 6 inches—and Global Warming is not blamed!

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Saturday, February 19, 2011
February 19, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 964 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Slom: Feds not investigating Palafox

Hawaii Bond Ratings: Fitch joins Moody’s in threating downgrade

Investor discussing Nonstop Flights From China To Hawaii

DBEDT Forecasts Stronger Economic Growth

Recktenwald names Browning to replace McKenna

Gingrich: If Georgia can do it, so can Hawaii (VIDEO)

Rohlfing: Republicans in Hawaii in better shape than victories of last election suggested

Gays take aim at Children, Demand control of sex education

Gay Leader admits Gay Marriage is a new invention, not a civil right

Tax The Rich! AARP hedges bet on Pension Tax

SA: Benefits reform critical

Bill on Waikiki casino is voted down

HB155: Legislature to exempt Rail, other public works from Burial Laws

Panos: Picket Fake Rail Groundbreaking

House Appropriations Budget Looks to Cut Rail Outlay

Lawmakers eye liquor tax increase

HPD Major Indicted by Federal Grand Jury, still on duty as Legislative Liaison

Censorship: ACLU threats force cancellation of anti-drug rally

 

Paper Chase: Another Setback For Mayor Wright Repairs

Raped girl for six years, Perfesser gets probation, will keep pension

Galen Fox tries to re-write history

Interim administrator named for Honolulu Liquor Commission

Dopers: Clouds of smoke from California will envelop Hawaii, its inevitable

Revolving Door: 46 priors, now charged with credit card offenses

Prisoner Reentry

KIUC board candidates share views at forum

HECO workers vote against tentative contract

Republicans come out in favor of 'birther' control

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Friday, February 18, 2011
February 18, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 976 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics

Seven House Races decided Civil Unions

UPDATE: Commissioners reject Carlisle's call to cancel Neighborhood Board Elections

Hanabusa, Hirono silent as E-W Center Funding Cut by Congress

YOU WERE WARNED: UH Manoa Anti-Americans place E-W Center funding at risk

Flashback: East-West Center hammered for “sustained, biased and politically-motivated attack on World War II veterans”

Ban-Happy Legislators’ toy bills take aim at novelty lighters, sky lanterns, foie gras, and ‘light pollution’

NRA: Hawaii Anti-Gun Bills Await House Committee Action

GE Tax Hike Coming: Kaneko knew that Medicare Pt B was futile

Pay to Play Contractor helped Organize Abercrombie’s Inaugural Ball

Priest Marc Alexander gave $500 to Abercrombie’s Inaugural Ball

Abercrombie: I don’t want to hear from you about Civil Unions

SA: Greenwood’s Backdoor pay raise a mistake

Free Speech?  ACLU demands anti-dope rally be shut down by County

Legislators propose DoE levy ‘Impact Fees’ Statewide

Council to mayor: End gas giveaway to police

Hanabusa, Hirono silent as U.S. House OKs $10.7 million cut to East-West Center

Senate changes bill that would make writers, publishers liable for trespassing accidents

Obama Day: Dear Leader to be Honored?

Abercrombie’s BoE appointee salivates over $4B worth of DoE Real Estate

Appointed BOE bill heads to full House vote

Financial Disclosure reports suddenly appear

Honolulu mayor names three more cabinet members

Liquor Commission employee busted in bribery sting

Sex trafficking victims push for law

HI lawmaker: Obama birth certificate bill tabled

Protesters rally to stop Kawaiaha'o Church construction

Pasha could make more waves with new ship

No Money for Censorship: House Passes Amendment to Block Funds for Net Neutrality Order

Milwaukee Teachers Fight for Viagra Coverage

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Thursday, February 17, 2011
February 17, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 894 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

How they voted: Civil Unions passes Senate 18-5

Lambda Legal to drop lawsuit filed after defeat of HB444

Pay-for-Play Contractor top donor to Abercrombie Inaugural

VIDEO: Instant Runoff? “I thought every vote counts”

YAF: Ron Paul “Blames America for 9-11”

VIDEO: House GOP Floor speeches Feb 15-16

Abercrombie uses Civil Unions to screen release of Inaugural Donors

Abercrombie Cabinet Members: No Financial Disclosures

Did Abercrombie open the door for a GET increase?

Lawmakers Back Off Abercrombie's Call for Pension Reform

Pension Tax to be slipped into Shell Bill Friday

Instant Runoff Voting in Hawaii Gains Traction

Larcenous Lesbian: UH President’s Package of Perks Includes $150,000 Expense Account

Openly gay judge confirmed to Hawaii Supreme Court

Diversity? Civil Unions discriminate against Incest

Bag Ban Passes first reading -- enforcement, penalties torn out

Native Hawaiians Say Construction at Kawaiaha'o Church Is Disturbing Remains

Direct Shanghai-Honolulu Flights coming?

Bio Fuel jacks up electric bills

Manufactured Crisis: Did permitting delays prevent construction of Waimanalo Gulch Diversion Channel

Rosanne eating plastic, claims Government is poisoning her

E-W Center Perfesser “moved by bounty of North Korean Socialist system”

Dopers very pleased with Hawaii Legislature

Lawyers rejoice as Hawaii Legislature considers amendments to data breach notification law

ROBBING PETER TO PAY PAUL?

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Wednesday, February 16, 2011
February 16, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1022 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Radcliffe: The game is up, I told you and you are not ready

Not Dead Yet: Different version of Soda Tax to be heard Wednesday

Health Dir. Fired 2 Before He Resigned, hints at defamation suit

Final Hawaii vote on civil unions delayed

Lesbian Judge and Civil Unions to be voted in atheist Senate today

Rail Financial Plan: “Very little capacity to absorb cost increases or funding shortfalls”

Carlisle $8000/plate fundraiser, Splits with Cayetano

Businesses leery of alcohol tax hike

ILind: Radcliffe’s UHPA Pitch designed to push Gambling

SA vs ACT 221 Scammers: Movie employment drops after States enact Tax Credits

Act 221 Scammers oppose Gambling

HMSA and state hospitals reach agreement on rates

Bills to Abolish Aloha Tower Development Corp. Advancing in Legislature

ABERCROMBIE’S SINKING SHIP

Lawyer Alston blames Lingle for Abercrombie’s mess

Global Cooling drives spike in Hawaii Tourism

Kalihi kids deserve good public schools, too

SA publishes more nonsense about plastic bags

Kauai to hold anti-doper rally

Hilo: Ten applicants for each job opening at Safeway

Honolulu City Council to Take Up B&B Law Again

Power-purchase contract OK'd for First Wind expansion

Rep Marilyn Lee blocked attempt to include law making Human Trafficking a Crime in Hawaii

Lender Files Foreclosure Suit Against Unity House over Waikiki Hotel

Pasha Hawaii to Build Second Vessel

Senators kill bill banning toy gun sales to kids

DJ Progresso In The House

Chinese strategists think of Hawaii as an appendage of Asia

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Tuesday, February 15, 2011
February, 2011 Letters to the Editor
By Letters to the Editor :: 1556 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics

Not ready for plastic bag ban

Prayer: Tsutsui shows lack of respect, humility

Republicans, TEA Party must speak up against Pension Tax

Ewa Neighborhood Board Members upset over Bryan Mick Appointment

Assisted Suicide? “I was afraid to leave my husband alone again with doctors and nurses”

Opponents of training flights are a disgrace

HB331, SB246 extends leases for Kanoelehua Industrial Area

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Tuesday, February 15, 2011
February 15, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 783 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Assisted suicide: Death as a Salesman

Hawaii Congressional Delegation: How they voted Feb 7-14

VIDEO: House GOP Floor Speeches Feb 11-14

Obama’s 2012 Budget: Taxes, taxes, and more taxes—and more spending too

Abercrombie: Raising GE Tax may not be enough – Everybody’s taxes will go sky high

Billionaires seek handout: Studio Construction Pitch Shows Star Power

Labor’s Fears Confirmed: Abercrombie is Cayetano

Washington Examiner: In Hawaii, a dispiriting glimpse of one-party rule

Gov.'s 60-40 Healthcare Split Moves Forward

First Grader outsmarts BoE on School Closures: “What is more important to you -- the children or Hawaii, education, or making an office for the Democrats?"

Closing schools to create office space for DoE bureaucrats

Civil unions on the brink of approval

SA: All couples deserve equality

Hawaii Lesbians demanding children, marriage

Soda Tax Dies; Alcohol Tax Hike Still Alive

Humane? Alexander, Brower push for Tent City as tweekers, crack-heads arrive from Mainland

Clayton Hee’s wife joins Greenwood Mafia at UH

Arizona private prison oversight bills die

Obama’s SBA pushes back against Inouye’s OHA Profiteers

Senator asks for hearings on Hawaii, Alaska Native American Contracting preferences

Inouye proposes more Pork as Obesity solution

Am Samoa Cancer Patients no longer referred off-island

Obama’s D.O.A. Budget includes $250M for Honolulu Rail

Hawaii State ERS Underfunded by $7 Billion

Second Worst of last 7 years: Hawaii hotel room revenue grows 8.7 percent

Religious Leftists organize Foreclosure Agit-Prop show at Bank of America office

Import-Export UHM style

Lifetime goes nuts with Roseanne Barr: Half-hour reality show to follow comedian on her farm

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Monday, February 14, 2011
February 14, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1339 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics, World News, World Politics

Pensions, Rail, Earmarks: Abercrombie and Obama wage war on Inouye

Gaming Lobbyist describes much deeper involvement in selecting Abercrombie Cabinet

A State-Recognized Indian Tribe for Hawaii?

Wolfson: Push past civil union to gay marriage

Report: Lottery remains a poor bet for education funding

Human Trafficking Bills to be Heard Tuesday

Farmers send two tons of Kona Coffee to troops in Afghanistan, Iraq

Petition drive to stop Mauna Kea Sheep Slaughter

West Maui Taxpayers Association to hold Annual Meeting

Supreme Court to hear Case: Do elected officials with Conflict of Interest have a right to vote?

Radcliffe: Raising GE Tax Will Happen

Kalapa: Leave The Excuses On The Table And Just Call It A Money Grab

Can Hawaii Pensioners help out Bill Clinton’s Billionaire Movie Moguls?

A good deal: A U.S.-Korea free trade pact would promote prosperity and regional stability

SA Raiding Party: Special funds, justify yourselves

Raid on Highway Funds becomes excuse for Weight Tax Hike

Meet the lawyer who will cash in on State-mandated Foreclosure Mediation

Today 3PM: BoE to hold hearing on Lilioukalani, Puuhale and Kalihi closures

Cronies to cash in as DoE becomes Land Developer 

Phony Rail Groundbreaking: “All you need are a few politicians and a shovel"

PBN: Lawmakers should keep gaming out of Hawaii

Perry and Price talk Gambling

Hawaii lawmakers consider back-to-school tax holiday

Maui Considers Waste-to-Energy

KIUC Election: KCC to host Candidate Forum

UH Ignores requirement to buy Local Ag Produce

Luddites Crushed as Anti-GMO bills go down in flames

Hawaii ranks #2 in Homelessness

Former Prison Inmate Wins $83,000 Settlement

Isle prisons become key source of labor

Brown U, Kohala Ctr team up to provide Advanced Brainwashing

Why Are Islanders The Fattest People?

Losers: Clinton, Obama point fingers at each other over Failure in Egypt

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Sunday, February 13, 2011
February 13, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1031 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Honolulu Neighborhood Board Elections to be Cancelled?

New Study on Bag Taxes: Economically Destructive, Job-killing

Hawaii Renewable Energy Mandates driving Utility Bills sky high?

Fighting Meth With Miles around Oahu

VIDEO: Nerf Gun Means Jail for Seven Year Old

Tricky Aila to Fickle Hawaiians: “I'm not William Aila now, I'm the chair.”

Elementary kids most expelled over fake guns (and this is being used as an argument FOR a toy gun ban)

Raid on Tobacco Settlement Funds: State finalizing partnership with Tobacco Industry?

KGI: Hawai‘i should set shield law in stone

HB385: Card-check legislation back on the agenda

Reapportionment: Democrats talk up shifting House seats to Democrat Areas

DHHL gives lease to man waiting 44 years, Abercrombie fails math test

Fixing the foreclosure 'mess'

Death Lobby Regroups with schemes to impose suicide

More workers freed from domination of Old Boy Companies and their Unions

Bag Tax: Pair of measures would mean fees for disposable bags

Excellent News! NIMBYism obstructs Hawaii’s move to wind power

Kamehameha Schools planning wind farm in Haleiwa

Columnist takes anti-Telescope Shakedown Scammers at their word 

Tom Berg: Honolulu Council Members Should Not Demand Apology from Rush Limbaugh

Judd: I pardoned Massie under Democrats' threat of Martial Law

Hawaii war hero remembered

Years of toil led to freedom for innocent man

Alaska and Hawaii subsidized flights 'may' continue after 2013

Saddle Road project receives prestigious award

Protest against Desmond Tutu set for Honolulu Psychiatrists meeting

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Saturday, February 12, 2011
February 12, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 956 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

How They Voted: Civil Unions passes House 31-19

Rep Ward, Sen Slom invite public to speak out on pension tax, other issues

Censorship: Courts would strike down unconstitutional Hawaii 3rd Party liability law

Beverage tax vote scheduled Monday in Hawaii Senate Health Committee

SB1449 Hearing Saturday: Hawaii Sunset Advisory Commission to assess Government Agencies

Gov’t Employees mock Abercrombie: “Idiot.  What a jerk.  You’re full of shit.”

Abercrombie: “I am the governor. I’m not your pal.” (ringtone available)

Hawaii House passes same-sex civil unions bill

City Moves for Dismissal of anti-Rail lawsuit

Big Isle bag ban moves forward even as food service owners protest bag ban on Kauai

PVT Land Co. sues union attorney for defamation

UHERO: Economic growth not enough to pay for Abercrombie decision to end Furloughs

Legislators want to give away $46.3M to Clinton’s billionaire cronies, ACT 221 scammers

Honolulu water rates to go up 25%

State politics potpourri smells like mean spirit

Special Fund Raid would steal UH Student Activity Fees

Sovereignty Activists sue: Being denied chance to brainwash and recruit prisoners

Kauai: Solar gets the hype, Hydro does the work

Borders bankruptcy imminent, report says

Hawaii residents have second-highest credit card debt

WHAT HAPPENED TO THE PROMISE OF TRANSPARENCY? 

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Friday, February 11, 2011
February 11, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 844 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

SB 232 Civil Unions to be voted in House Friday

38.9%: Hawaii has most deviant Legislative Districts in Nation

Hawaii 2010 Election: Democrats outraised Republicans $13M to $3M

UPDATE: Freedomnomics Author John Lott to Speak in Honolulu

Transparency: Regents Candidate Advisory Council Names Finalists for UH Board of Regents

ACT 221 Scammers rejoice: Bill Clinton tells Hawaii legislators to fork over your tax dollars to his Movie Studios

City Schedules Feb. 22 Groundbreaking for Rail Transit Project

Rail: Is Mica Really good for $1.85B?

Deferred, but not dead: Illegal, Unconstitutional Bill seeks seizure of special funds

Brewbaker: Hawaii budget problems would be solved if State could just stop growing budget

Hawaii offshore gambling approved by committee

Key Akaka Tribe Opponent will not seek reelection in 2012 (Who will save Hawaii from the Akaka Tribe in 2013?)

Inouye requests Indian Affairs Hearing to attack media coverage of Native Hawaiian federal contracting preferences

 

 

Panel grills school's board: Myron B. Thompson Academy officials pledge to fix past errors

Physicians Seek Legislative Rx for Torts, Growing Doctor Shortage

Hawaii House approves moratorium on foreclosures

UH Cancer Center: Stimulus funds help trial lawyers win Mesothelioma Cases

Tweet in Hawaii and Be Sued

Text and Be leaked

Hawaii needs nonpartisan budget office to estimate how much new laws would cost us

Alaska Looks into Hawaii’s Future: “Time to grow up”

Rep. Mazie Hirono Appointed to Transportation and Infrastructure Subcommittee on Water Resources and Environment

Lawyer: Nader v Hawaii Case will rewrite First Amendment Election Law

Puna Geothermal Venture to sell Additional 8MW of Dispatchable Geothermal Power without tying to price of oil

Green Energy Cult keeps poor freezing at Mayor Wright

Henry Curtis: Proposed Big Wind Monopoly in Hawaii Should Be Opposed

US Energy Dep’t Proposes Offshore Wind Farms for Hawaii

Hawaii "Invasive" Species List Could Grow to Include Any Inconvenient Animal

IS TAXING OUR VETERANS THE BEST WAY TO HONOR THEM? 

 

AP Scores: Hawaii DoE keep state way below average

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Thursday, February 10, 2011
February 10, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 912 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

SB 232 Civil Unions to be voted in House Friday

House GOP Caucus leads successful effort to Keep Prayer in Daily Sessions

HB12: Ag theft bill before Ag Committee Friday

SB1425: Legislative Committee to discuss banning all Oahu Landfills

Abercrombie appoints Don Horner to BoE, plans to appoint Horner to New BoE

Soda-tax proposal fizzes on arrival: Political Theater to push GE Tax hike

Bingo to be legal on DHHL?

 

Secrecy: Abercrombie Admin plays hide the sausage with list of Inaugural Bll donors

Retaliation: Will Abercrombie Admin reappoint OIP Director?

Retaliation: Progressives claim another pelt

House, Senate agree on appointed school board

4 schools could win exemption from 180-day state minimum

Clayton Hee kills OHA settlement (Again)

Republicans make difference as State House votes to keep Invocations

House Invocation: New Rule vs Old

On fast track, civil unions could go to governor next week

Atheists continue assault on Mormon construction project

Rosanne Barr helps fund gay agenda in Hawaii

The Socialist State: After 9 years, Hot water should be priority

Food safety concerns prompt amendment: Council considers loosening bag ban

Big Island merchants wary of plastic bag ban

Neo-Luddites plan angles of attack against Geothermal

A short commentary on comments to the mariculture article

Council decides not to ban Segways from Tent Cities…err Parks

Revolving Door: Ex-County Clerk gets ethics waver to become lobbyist

ARE DEMOCRATS FOR THE LITTLE GUY?

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Wednesday, February 09, 2011
February 9, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1160 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Transcript: Greta Van Susteren, Tucker Carlson on Hawaii Toy Gun Ban

The transsexual agenda for Hawaii schools

Homeless tent cities: Seattle’s decade-long nightmare coming to Honolulu?

First Morita, now Hooser: Abercrombie appoints another anti-Superferry protester

Sen. Gary Hooser campaign website linked to Holocaust deniers

Rep Pine introduces 18 bills

Fifteen Election-related Bills awaiting consideration

Abercrombie Admin. Blacklist: “It’s a SECURITY ISSUE to invite some media like eTN to a media conference”

Both sides Agree: Civil Unions will lead to Gay Marriage

House Labor Ctte begins considering Pension Reform

Governor names AFL-CIO VP as State’s Chief Labor Negotiator

Cayetano: Cost Overruns for Rail Systems Average 40 Percent

Ex-Director: Charter Schools Need Reform

SA debunks doper lie: Legalizing Marijuana will not empty prisons  

The Wages of Welfare: $17.50 an hour

Homeless Tent City: Hawaii County grovels before Sovereignty Activist/convicted  murderer, could lose $2.5M Federal Grant

Homeless Tent City in Aala Park “intolerable”

Homeless Man Names Every Nation Alphabetically

Global Horizon Founder Disputes Trafficking Charges

Desperate, Deserted and Destitute, Thai Laborers Tell Their Stories About Their Journey to America

Case not made on secrecy of judicial selection process

Public Access at the Legislature: Equal for All?

Surf Nazis: North Shore 'enforcer' found not guilty of assault

Isle leaders don't have even a prayer to calm media riot 

Things that make you go hmmmm...WHERE ARE OUR PRIORITIES? 

Hawaii May Buy Into the Plastic Bag Ban Trend

Comment period for wind farm reopened

More than 3,000 bills introduced at Legislature

Censorship: Legislation holding publishers liable for trespassing accidents passes committee 

Honolulu City Council Establishes Working Committee on Humor Review (satire)

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Tuesday, February 08, 2011
February 8, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 764 Views :: Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Could Djou Challenge Akaka?

SB803 Assisted Suicide Killed in Committee

Feb 7, 2011: How Hawaii’s Congressional Delegation Voted

Emergency Landing gives Koko Head Elementary students chance to learn about helicopters

Feb 18 deadline to Neighborhood Board Candidates to file for election

Pensioner:  Governor Abercrombie, please don’t throw us out of the canoe

Gambling on table as HGEA Begins to detail Negotiating Position

More Secrecy? Rumors swirl over Morita’s replacement

Tax Department Report Calls Act 221 Job Creation “Disappointing”

Young Claims Hawaii’s Debt high due to DoE

Transsexual DoE Anti-Bullying Bill Gets Overwhelming Support

180 Days? House Ed Cttee approves bill to legalize DoE illegality, incompetence

DOE recommends closing Liliuokalani Elementary

Star-Advertiser columnist endorses Censorship of Limbaugh as Council passes resolution

Tom Berg votes for Censorship resolution after criticizing it

Rep Pine: Legislators should be able to exercise religious freedom, too

Prayer: Politicians, like alcoholics, need humility

Religious Left being squeezed out by Atheist-dominated Hawaii Democrats

Hawaii Legislature scuttles assisted suicide

Dante Carpenter: Death with dignity deemed priority issue for Hawaii Democrats

Star-Advertiser Editors Endorse Tent City Nightmare for Kakaako

'Dead' English man who stole brother's identity found homeless in Hawaii

House Bill would create domestic violence court

HB1178: Legislators seek to Slash and Burn Car Audio

Toy gun sales would be banned under proposed Hawaii legislation

Water rate increase sought

Hawaii Health Department removes more items from First Commercial Kitchen recall list

When Should Names of Police Officers Be Public?

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Monday, February 07, 2011
February 7, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 697 Views :: Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Abercrombie: Some Retirees do not “make positive contributions in our community”

Don’t Mock Hu Jintao: Honolulu Councilmembers demand Rush Limbaugh be censored

Beware of government leaders who want to punish speech

Abercrombie’s DHHL pick pledges to abandon mission, build rental projects instead

SB232: Clayton Hee pushes bill which will lead to Civil Unions Litigation

Matsumoto ERS pension-benefit short $7B because State, County skimmed, union members abused pension formula

It’s a New Day and it sucks

Hawaii Is the Only State to Assess Hotel-Room Tax on Timeshare Owners

Full Text: Rail Litigation

HB1627: A State-recognized Indian Tribe for Hawaii?

Progressives scrounge for ways to get control of Hawaii Public Housing Authority, oust Lingle appointees

Inside Gaming: Another effort to legalize gambling in Hawaii will most likely fade like a Honolulu sunset

Workers comp medical providers deserve better treatment in Hawaii

Hawaii enrolls more kids for health insurance

Bill Watch: School Bullying

Will Honolulu Ban Plastic Bags?

Aila: “There is no problem with Aquarium fish”

New Bill Aims to Keep Puppy Mills Out of Paradise

Hawaii Banning Toy Guns?

Document Forgery factory helps illegals trick Hawaii Farmer

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Sunday, February 06, 2011
February 6, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 840 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

VIDEO: 100th Birthday of Ronald Reagan

Djou: Hawaii bets on Machine Politics for the 21st Century

Harvard Study explains how Inouye’s pork kills business

KTA, Safeway, Walgreens: Excessive Amounts of Lead Found in Reusable Grocery Bags

Sen Schumer Demands Investigation: Reusable Bags Contain Harmful Chemicals and Harbor Bacteria

Hawaii's Governor Manipulates Birthers

Tea Party Revival author Leland Baker to speak at Maui Event

Freedomnomics Author John Lott to Speak in Honolulu

Inouye’s Democrat Borreca: Obama is stupid, opportunistic

Abercrombie: Retirees do not ‘make positive contributions in our community’

Abercrombie pushes for $200M raid on Rail Funds

SA Stepping up in lean times (except for Gov’t unions)

SA Pushes Lottery to feed HGEA

State opens de-facto Homeless Tent City at Kakaako Park

Opposition ‘very troubled’ by ‘big wind’ planned for Lanai  (Corporatist ILWU left flapping in the wind)

State must save, not end, open-ocean fish farming

UPW Legislators demand Big Island School, Nature Preserve be converted to State Prison

School to put it all online: Kapolei Middle kids will be able to learn from home next year (DoE embraces Homeschooling?)

Read Aloud Program is a proud product of Hawaii

Space centers need cash to stay aloft

33 cameras sit idle as Hawaii County government tries to figure out how to plug them in 

Nonprofits given funds should report to public

Cold water plagues Mayor Wright residents

Maui enviros cheer Obama’s Misanthropic Poet Laureate

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Saturday, February 05, 2011
February 5, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 733 Views :: Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

U.S. Supreme Court Requests a Response from Hawaii in Nader Ballot Access Case

Bachmann visit shows there is hope for the left after all

Inouye introduces Felony Fishing Bill

Hawaii Meth Project Sponsors Student Artwork at the State Capitol

SB 197: Senate Committee to debate Dim Bulbs Feb 8

SB602: Legalized Gambling to be heard Thursday Feb 10

House Hawaiian Affairs Ctte Hearing TODAY On State-Recognized Indian Tribe for Hawaii

Pensioner: Abercrombie makes me vomit

Hawaii unemployment, underemployment averaged 16.9% in 2010

Star-Advertiser co-owner backs Abercrombie's Secrecy

More Lies from Abercrombie Admin: Hawaii Health Department Director Gary Gill must go

The Gay Advantage: McKenna wins Senate Judiciary vote

OIP becomes tool to undo Recreational Renaissance

US Supreme Court asked to consider if Hawaii’s non-judicial foreclosure law is Unconstitutional

Bill would hold publishers liable for accidents while trespassing

Chromium 6 Scam: Expert Witness readies himself to profit from Erin Brockovich Assault on Honolulu

Tree Huggers begin burning trees

Powerful year for solar energy in Hawaii

Senate Committee Votes to Decriminalize Marijuana

Obama's Visit Cost HPD $228,000 In OT

Vehicle registration fees racing upward

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Friday, February 04, 2011
February 4, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1278 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics

SB803 Assisted Suicide to be heard Monday

Abercrombie names anti-Superferry protester Morita to head PUC

CAGW warns Inouye against “Phonemarking or other underhanded techniques”

HB1058: Buying Office Equipment with Capital Improvement Bonds

VIDEO: Fontaine “HB166 is an anti-business bill”

Borreca: Don't count on riding Honolulu rail any time soon

McKenna Confirmation Hearing At 10 a.m.

OIP: Governor must reveal candidate list

Department of Human Services will end contracts with 41 organizations to relieve a $116 million deficit (While HGEA furloughs set to be eliminated)

Broke Hippie: Abercrombie Running Low on Cash, Seeks Extra $1M

Legislators obsessed with getting more Marijuana into hands of voters

Green Energy Scammers thrilled at Morita PUC appointment

Weight Tax Increase? Souki admits road maintenance funds have been regularly raided

Aloha Stadium honcho says fixing the venue entirely now is the best option while waiting for a new stadium to be built (Undoing Lingle #1)

Kuhio Park Terrace Public Housing Refurbishment Plans Questioned at Legislature (Undoing Lingle #2)

300 paying customers: Gumapac copies Keanu Sai’s Mortgage Scam

UH Manoa Asian Studies Chair backs Burma’s Military Junta

SA: Give superintendent needed tool

Charter Schools Chief Forced To Resign

SB871: Homeschool Extracurricular Activities

Zone adjustment would help small schools stay open

Recyclers' Big Subsidy Could Be Cut

Acupuncturists to fight bill they say would lower standards

Domestic abuse survivors urge lawmakers to close loophole in TRO law

House committee tables Silver Alert bill

Brainwashed Ecomatons harass Kona Fish farm

Clean energy blocked: Sierra Club Vetoes Hydro Plant on Kauai

Land Use Commission Blasts City Landfill Manager

Credit union board reduces its perks after members' criticism

Honolulu FBI targets stimulus fraud with new hotline

Global Warmists tell Samoans to stop eating

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Thursday, February 03, 2011
February 3, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1328 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics, World News, World Politics

Two Civil Unions Bills to be heard Tuesday

US Senate repeals part of Obamacare: Inouye, Akaka left out in cold among 17 bitter-enders

Roll Call: Akaka offers no indication he will run in 2012

Aquarium Diver: State has found no decline in fish stocks

SB715: Repeal Ethanol Mandate to be heard Thursday

Abercrombie Accepting "Long Term" Applications for BOE Vacancy

Abercrombie’s Kupuna Tax would soak State Retirees $3894/year

Sabotaging RTTT:  HSTA, HGEA fight Bill giving superintendent power to revamp failing schools

 

Judiciary Committee Hearing On Appointment Of Judge Sabrina McKenna FRIDAY

Okomoto Confirmation hearing: Violence, threats, and restraining orders

Young: Budget will only be Two months late—$50M to $250M in new spending

SA to Legislature: Decide on gambling without letting people vote

Judicial Secrecy: Abercrombie, Hifo defend Lawyers’ right to deceive clients

The Weaning:  Some Inouye Cronies learned to survive without Earmarks

HB1244: Will Churches Have right to refuse to perform Gay Civil Unions? 

Atheists Panic: Hawaii Senate Invocation Ban Goes Too Far

Haters should be removed from MLK Day March

SB651: Homeowners lobby lawmakers for help fighting foreclosure

City personal services contracts return to the public record

Hotel Workers vs Enviros: Green program that made housekeeping people lose benefits and hours of work

Former President of Filipino Chamber of Commerce indicted in ‘Easy Mortgage’ Fraud

A Danger Demanding Sunshine — The Consequences of Hawaii's Public Pension Shortfall

Smug Civil Beat makes fool of itself covering Bachmann speech

WASHINGTON REPORT: Congressional Mood Will Bring Austerity to Territories

Kamehameha Schools’ Endowment rises to $7.82 Billion

Scant Details Available About Hawaiian University

 

Hawaii Targeting Growing Use of “Bath Salt” Stimulant

NYSE asks Maui Land & Pineapple about 'unusual' trading activity

Atomic Monkey pushes Wind Farm Scam

American Samoa government told to sell cable shares to overcome deficit

Obama the Hobo of Punahou

WikiLeaks: US vs China in battle of the anti-satellite space weapons

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Wednesday, February 02, 2011
February 2, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 712 Views :: Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Inouye will not accept Earmark requests for Next Two Years

HB1464 to be Heard Wednesday -- Ethics rules for Homeowners Associations

UPDATE: HB1468 Flagpole Bill will NOT be heard Wednesday

ProPublica evaluates Honolulu Medical Examiner

No Hawaii Beverage Tax: “Leave our grocery budget alone”

Hawaii: Islam Day is OK but Celebrating Christianity is Verboten

Another Victory on the Road to Repeal

Senate set to vote on Obamacare Repeal

Bachmann giving speech in Hawaii

$321M in pork gone: Isle programs could lose out after U.S. Sen. Inouye bans earmarks following a pledge by Obama

Hawaii GOP lawmakers propose that each bill should state financial impact

FULL TEXT: Anti-Rail lawsuit (RE: Burials)

Lawsuit Seeking Procurement Changes Could Affect Honolulu Rail Contracts

SA: Clarification Needed, Give pension tax a hearing

Hawaii general fund tax collections slip 2.8%

Judge Bambi Weil/Eden Hifo: Keep Juridical Nominees Secret

Talks Start About Proposed Wind Farm: Residents Have Until March 1 To Voice Concerns

Hawaii Co Council forwards plastic bag ban

Kauai starts to choke on Bag Ban: Council to hear amendments

New rules for redistricting Hawaii county advances

SB411: After creating COI to Dump Driskill, HHSC Board to be restructured again

Labor Leaders Support Abercrombie Appointment: Dwight Takamine Seen As Pro-Labor Labor Director

Mass Psychosis hits Legislature: 1000s testify on cat-trapping bill

Civil Beat suddenly interested in lobbying violations by Hawaii Hotel and Lodging Association

HB638 “Instant Runoff Voting” deferred until Feb 15

Dope, Collective Bargaining on the Legislative Agenda 

KIUC agrees to purchase power for 20 years: State’s largest solar project ready in Kapa‘a

State Surveillance Drones ‘Under Review’

Obama appoints Steve Case to head up Department of Potemkin Jobs

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Tuesday, February 01, 2011
February 1, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 642 Views :: Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Hawaii County Plastic Bag Ban? “Stop micro-managing our lives”

Full Text: Obamacare ruled unconstitutional -- Again

Wanna-be Dearborn Mosque bomber was mentally ill Wikileaks supporter

Jan 31, 2011: How Hawaii Congressional Delegation Voted

HB1468 Flagpole Bill will be heard Wednesday

Pension Report puts Hawaii in a Bad Moody

HB48: Mandatory Voter Registration bill deferred

Secrecy, Conflicts of Interest permeate Oregon Assisted Suicide system

Cook Political Report: Lingle vs Akaka is a Toss Up

Akaka is not fundraising

Senate Bill 953: Medicaid Cuts Up For Discussion At State Capitol

Cayetano turns on Carlisle, leads anti-rail Charge

Lawsuit filed against Honolulu Rail Project; Groups Say City Should Reconsider

Hawaii's 'Big Wind' Power Project Stirs Up Fans, Foes

Business, health officials react to proposed soda tax

Civil unions are not good enough

Hawaii: Celebrating Christianity is Verboten

Muslim with guns, taken in for psych evaluation, to get $240K from Honolulu

State Senate Unanimously Approves Appointed BOE

Crooks form new Hui to milk DoE

Gaming Lobbyist Radcliffe describes deep involvement in Abercrombie Cabinet Selection

Gaming Lobbyist: Abercrombie will sign Gambling bill

Gambling bill's delay could signal tough row

Time-Share Developers Oppose New Taxes

Senate Transportation Cttee passes Vehicle Weight Tax Increases

Media ‘Shield Law” up for renewal

Arakawa adds a third ex-Council member to staff

Fading NIMBYs continue to harass Kailua Target

Army says environmental assessment exaggerated flight plans

Northern California Minority Supplier Development Council seeks Hawaii businesses

Lawmakers aim to ban aquarium fish collecting

Hawaii Supreme Court Nominee Target of Facebook Fraud

Hawaii Heats Up Again Over Proposed Foie Gras Ban

After all the hype…a single Leaf falls on Hawaii

Abercrombie’s Incompetent DoH falsely blames EPA for Waimanalo Gulch spill

Abercrombie’s incompetent DoH issues Revised, revised list of recalled foods from health department

Director of 9-11 Conspiracy Movie “Loose Change” Busted Selling Heroin

ABERCROMBIE BIG SPENDING PLANS FOR HIS OFFICE

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Monday, January 31, 2011
January 31, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 778 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Four assisted suicide bills introduced to Hawaii Legislature

SB711: Luddites attack Hawaii GE aquaculture

Transparency in judicial selection procedures increasingly common on the mainland

Cayetano group renewing attack on Rail?

Doing the job DoE won’t: Kamehameha now spending $102M on educational outreach programs

SA: DoE Failing?  Its Bush’s Fault

Myron B Thompson Nepotism leads to Probation

DoE not seeking ways to cool classrooms

Gay Atheist Victory Lap around Hawaii?—No, just getting warmed up

On cue from Atheists, Osorio revises Hawaii’s Christian History

State seeks input on wind energy plan

Funds elude Kakaako: “Not much revenue generation”

Hawaiian Electric Powers Up First Utility-Scale Biofuel Generator

Laundered money from drugs that go through Hawaii helps keep Burma's junta in power

First chartered flight arrives with high-spending China visitors

Mass Psychosis hits Big Island: 200 call Humane Society to complain about stuffed pig

Obama will go down in history as the president who lost Egypt

Supreme Court reversals deliver a dressing-down to the inferior judges of the liberal 9th Circuit

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Sunday, January 30, 2011
January 30, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 872 Views :: Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Rep Michele Bachmann to speak on Oahu, Maui

Borreca: Abercrombie has gone back to the dark days

Pension-tax plan pilloried: Elders are reportedly "adamant" about opposing the proposal

SA: Cayetano-era legislators cut pension contributions to give State employees  a pay hike

Next Stop: Rail transit authority: A powerful new 10-member panel to oversee and operate rail will be determined by July

Self Dealing Board members under fire at financial institution that serves county and state workers

DoE ignores BoE, raises lunch  prices

Drawing the line: Ford proposes law to make redistricting more fair opportune

Army responding to public concerns agitators whining about training on Big Island

Goat eradication postponed after Abercrombie’s Out of Control DoFAW becomes argumentative

Kenoi's State of the County address praised, even if light on budget details

New Moody's Rules Make Hawaii The Worst State In The Nation

Timeshare taxes: Hawaii tourism “on the brink of chaos”

New attendance boundaries may keep small schools open

Bills seek to destroy Hawaii aquarium industry

Under new direction: New Honolulu Academy of Arts Director Stephan Jost knows how to guide museums toward success

SB13: Hawaii Bill Would Make Humanely Trapping Cats a Crime

Food Security, Sustainable Energy, Native Hawaiian Culture: top priorities of the 2011 Environmental Legislative Network

Bungled Food Recall Hurting Local Businesses: One Company Losing 'Thousands' Since Being Placed On Recall List by incompetent DoH

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Saturday, January 29, 2011
January 29, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 715 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Abercrombie Administration admits lying about Palafox withdrawal

How They Voted: Civil Unions passes Senate 19-6

GOP: Moody’s puts $7,987 price tag on Hawaii Democrats’ failure

SB 713 & 712: Luddites attack Hawaii agriculture

Bills would spend $4B on roads, bridges

Hawaii Meth Project names Teen Advisory Council

Senate passes civil unions bill

Sen Koichi: Many issues not dealt with in civil unions bill

House Judiciary may hear Civil Unions week of Feb 7th

Hee: McKenna approved using her example as an argument for Civil Unions (Just another unbiased Judge, eh?)

Kokubun hiring more HGEA members

Businesses fear debate will turn to G.E.T. hike

One of top ten Ear-markers, Hirono demands more debt to feed cronies

 

Neil Abercrombie – God’s Gift to Birthers

“Unseemly Friend” of Abercrombie vets appointments

SA: Tighten murder definition

BILLS TO WATCH

US Senate Ends Practice of Secret Holds to Block Bills

State Plans to Use Surveillance Drones

Marines want to be off grid by 2015

ABERCROMBIE SODA TAX PLAN

Senator Slom and Representative Ward Discuss the Opening of the House Session 2011

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Friday, January 28, 2011
January 28, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1172 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

The Real State of the State: An Uncensored Look at the Fiscal Challenges Facing Hawaii

Carnegie Institution Study: Genocide reduces global warming

House GOP Caucus introducing transparency bills

Hawaii Senate takes up civil unions

Hawaii's debt burden highest in the nation

Pro Bowl At Risk: Abercrombie, medical waste, Aloha Stadium work

Pension Tax “could be biggest anti-incumbent bill of the year”

No Pain for HGEA: Hawaii's Kauai mayor ends county worker furloughs

Budget fight will keep lobbyists splashing out mega bucks

The tourism agency's new goals speak to lower expectations and slower recovery

Retirement, Pension key issues as 800 Hawaiian Electric Employees Prepare For Strike

Sen. Baker files bill to remake PUC because it is not supportive enough of Young Bros monopoly

State again considers ban on plastic bags

Feedback sought on Big Wind project

Women’s Caucus Targets Sex Crimes, Healthcare, Domestic Abuse

Akaka gets no respect

Abercrombie is all foot-in-mouth on Obama birth

OIP opinion appears to require disclosure of nominee names after selection is made

Medicare Cuts strangle Local Home Health Provider

It begins: Abercrombie unleashing 82 felons on Hawaii

Our Glorious State prisons: State Pays $149,500 Over Injured Inmate

Mainland dopers thrilled at Hawaii’s possibilities

Hawaii Governor Appoints Out Lesbian To State's Supreme Court

Big Island Lesbian gets 10 years for molesting girls

Whiner whines about being called on it

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Thursday, January 27, 2011
January 27, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 787 Views :: Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Inouye becomes Useless: Democrat leader says “Senate is out of the business of Earmarks”

Moody’s: Hawaii among states with largest debt—bond rating at risk

Palafox subject of Fraud Investigation? Abercrombie’s DoH pick withdraws

Life? Hawaii ranks 48th, lacks basic protection for women, unborn children, and terminally ill

House GOP Caucus: 10 Questions following State of the State

SB819 would study Mileage Fee for Hawaii Motorists

Full Text: Recktenwald’s State of the Judiciary Speech

Congress debates State Bankruptcy plans

Alaska Native Firms Shift Stimulus Work to Outsiders

SA: Open Judicial Selection process to public view

Murray, Dems boot Akaka from Veterans Affairs committee

Money Woes Not a Priority For Health Fund Trustees

Hawaii's Retirement System — A Danger Demanding Sunshine

Governor Wants Overtime Excluded From Pension Base

Abercrombie Proposes Doubling Vehicle Weight Tax

Beverage Daily: Hawaiian governor Abercrombie proposes soda tax

ACT 221 vs Earned Income Tax Credits

Hawaii attracted 7 million visitors, $11.4 billion in spending in 2010

Ige: Hard time justifying Abercrombie’s Aloha Stadium plan

Bishop Silva: “Marc Alexander is still a priest”

Politicos make sure they are photographed sneaking prayer in Godless Senate

Atheists cheer Senators’ prayer huddle

Sen Slom says he voted against Senate Prayer ban

VIDEO: Hawaii Right to Life demonstrates in Hilo

Recall botched by lazy bureaucrats: Small Businesses angry

Cabanilla proposes Birther Tax: Hawaii lawmakers want release of Obama birth information

Bill would disregard intent in second-degree murders

George Perry Jr., Athletic Trainer, Alleged Hawaii Mob Figure, Dead at 77

The Challenge(s) of Geothermal: Does a new report promise too much, too soon?

US judge affirms $353-M fine on Imelda, Bongbong Marcos

U.S. EPA applauds Maui and Kauai for decision to ban plastic shopping bags

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Wednesday, January 26, 2011
January 26, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 908 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

SB 232: Civil Unions passes Senate Judiciary Committee

Public Safety vs. Saving a Buck: SB47 allows early release of Felons

Epic Fail: After giving away $1.3B in Tax Credits, Hawaii ranks 36th in High Tech

Ceded Lands Decision Author Justice Samuel Alito to speak at Hawaii Supreme Court Wednesday

Governor Abercrombie Names Judge McKenna to State Supreme Court

Financial State of the State: Actual taxpayer burden is $18.2 Billion

BoE Member Lei Ahu Isa suddenly resigns

Full Text and Video: Obama’s State of the Union Speech

Full Text and Video: Rep Paul Ryan (R-WI) response to State of the Union

Shapiro: Abercrombie judicial secrecy disregards lessons of Broken Trust

Abercrombie’s Happy face disappears when asked about secrecy

Army Times: Akaka Staffers “depressed” by loss of VA Chairmanship

Washington Post: Hawaii DoE puts the lie to Obama’s RTTT claims

Science Scores: Failed Hawaii DoE beats only Mississippi

Sierra Club’s David Frankel defends attack on DHHL

WSJ: Hawaii Timeshare Owners- The Governor Doesn't Think You Are Paying Enough in Fees!

SA endorses Abercrombie’s $500M Aloha Stadium pipe dream 

Abercrombie wants to pay less without furloughs

 

Hawaii House Republicans’ top 10 questions

Abercrombie’s Gay Supreme Court Nominee Hopes To Inspire Youth

Gay Sex Tourism seen as boon to Hawaii

Meet your new Rulers: Triumphal Mainland Homosexuals celebrate conquest of Hawaii

An uneasy peace on civil unions?

Hawaii Governor plans to juggle tourism dollars

Perfesser: State can release lots of criminals

Kaneshiro Wants Stiffer Prostitution Penalties

Abercrombie’s DoH wrongly recalls 100 local food products based on website claims

State health department says testing shows water safe

"Gasification" plant eventually could supply electricity to 12,000 homes on Oahu, divert waste from PVT

EPA sets deadlines for landfill upgrades

Treehugger: Hawaii Proposes Legislation to Bring Devastating Fish Farms Under Control

DC enviros sue to demand harsher action against Hawaii fishermen

Panel wants more answers from Thompson

Friend of Abercrombie goes Birther, apologizes

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Tuesday, January 25, 2011
January 25, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 924 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Full Text: Abercrombie’s State of the State Speech 2011

National School Choice Week is Underway

Obamacare: How Hawaii’s Congressional delegation voted

Intimidated by ACLU, Hawaii Senate prohibits itself free exercise of Religion

State of the Union? Denial

Abercrombie Lied: "We Will Not Be Raising Any Taxes" VIDEO

State of the State:  Democrat Borreca still can’t say “capsize”

Star-Advertiser lines up behind Boss of Corporatist State

Abercrombie: Steal $100M from granny to feed State

Gov: Create Soda Tax, Raise Alcohol Taxes

HGEA, HTA denounce Abercrombie plan

Granny Taxes: Abercrombie steps into radioactive buzzsaw

Civil Unions Hearing: Clayton Hee wants to wear Kevlar Vest

Senators Vote On School Board Appointment Bill

CB:  Abercrombie Backs Off Campaign Energy Plan

Alito in Hawaii, Other Supremes skipping “juvenile spectacle” State of the Union

US spy for China Noshir Gowadia jailed for 32 years

SB 624: Bill to Hide public employee Salaries

State greenlights Kawaiaha’o: Christian burials can be unearthed, pre-Christian burials cannot

Interview: William Harrison of the Hawaii Innocence Project

Sunshine Market vendors frustrated with plastic bag ban

Yagong: Time to cut costs

Iran: Abercrombie has been thwarted

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Monday, January 24, 2011
January 24, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 844 Views :: Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Truth in Accounting: Hawaii hiding an additional $11.9B in debt

Transparency? Abercrombie administration brings secrecy back to Capitol

On second try, Abercrombie makes birtherism mainstream

Abercrombie delivering first State of the State

Akaka Bill Fails, Lobbyists Collect $3.2M from OHA

Shapiro finally notices that MRC Greenwood is a money grubber

Hawaii Deserves Better Than Industrial Wind Power from 'Big Wind'

Green Energy: Appearances can be Deceiving, rate hikes become easier

Mikulina unwittingly describes How Hawaiian Electric will go bankrupt

Chamber of Commerce: Hawaii will lose $10B/year if military cannot train

Hawaii governor makes Obama birth controversy worse

Brazil Times: Abercrombie stars in Fractured Fairytales

Maui Man Faces Sentencing in China Military Secrets Case

DNA test frees rape suspect

Audit finds lack of accountability in city grants

Trash accumulates with landfill closed

Green Police State: The Second Foot Falls on the Aquarium Trade in Maui County

Investigators looking into the cause of another shark tour boat fire

AtomicMonkey is back

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Sunday, January 23, 2011
January 23, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1052 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

SB232: Senate Judiciary Committee to hear Civil Unions Tuesday

SB120 would Repeal Dozens of Special Funds

Lingle recognized with National Boating Access Award

1000 at Capitol: Anti-abortion rally appeals to younger set

SB8 to be heard Monday: Direct appointment of BoE

Borreca: Abercrombie speeches “an exhibition of illusions”

Espero: We need more dope

Maui News: Global Warming Cranks at Science Magazine spread fake Nobel’s starvation story

Malarial Mosquitoes released on Oahu

Hawaii Co Fire Captain not fired after pleading no-contest to felony hit and run killing

Your Act 221 Tax Dollars at work: Hawaii 43rd in patents

SA: Selecting BOE members should be governor's kuleana

HSTA Demands School Librarians where there are no school libraries

Obamacare Bribery: Hawaii Seniors Get 'Donut Hole' Checks

OHA Inventor Frenchy Desoto Dies

Kauai: Confusion persists over new plastic bag ban

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Saturday, January 22, 2011
January 22, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 613 Views :: Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

March for Life planned for Honolulu, Hilo

SB232: Senate Judiciary Committee to hear Civil Unions Tuesday

Speaker Say announces Democrat Leaders, Committee Chairs

Legislative Timetable Published

Lingle receives National Boating Access Award

Secret Court Nominees: Abercrombie refuses to reveal High court hopefuls list

Unions lose 12,000 in isles

Civil Union Bills to be Heard Tuesday

Gay Civil Unions lobbyists outraged by Abercrombie’s Priest Pick

New state homeless coordinator shares his vision

Casino Gambling Web: Casino And Lottery Gambling On The Agenda Of Hawaii Lawmakers

Committee extends deadline for Maui Circuit Court applications

Pohakuloa Upgrade in sight

Abercrombie Admin files brief backing Socialist takeover of health care

Progressives upset that Star-Advertiser opposes their attack on DHHL

State House clerk bars live broadcast of House session in which speaker is to be elected

Maui Mayor in serious talks with Hollywood media company

Winter White House owner warned against criminal Obama vacation rental

Grubbing the “Green” from energy

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Friday, January 21, 2011
January 21, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 997 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics

Analysis: Hanabusa’s glorious DC MetroRail would leave Rida Cabanilla stuck in traffic

DoE now complaining about Lack of Audits—wants more money

Bankruptcy?  Path Is Sought for States to Escape Pension Burdens

Rep Mica Commits to Rail Project

Godless Hawaii Senate, bows to ACLU, Mitch Kahle, ends daily chamber prayers

Catholic second in command quits Priesthood to serve Abercrombie administration

Legalized Gambling Under Consideration

SA: Ruling on DHHL misses mark

New OHA chairwoman’s top priority is ceded-lands resolution

Oshiro: We can get anything past Abercrombie--We will defend the whole building

Three more years for UH President Greenwood

Geothermal Renewable Energy Talks on the Big Island

CB/FACE: Heroic Communists maintained a muscular progressive vision, pulling all of Hawaii's body politic in their direction

Developer dumping $47M of Hawaii real estate: “We should have done this a while ago”

Your Tax Dollars at work: Tennessee Banker moving to Hawaii to cash in on Hi Tech

David Henkin: The lawyer for Earthjustice won a long campaign to stop the Army's live-fire training in Makua Valley

Malaria returns to Hawaii?

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Thursday, January 20, 2011
January 20, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1037 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Governor Babblecrombie does it again: Open mouth, insert birther

Full Text: House Minority Leader Opening Day Address

No Fiscal Notes: Hawaii Legislators shopping without price tags

Hanabusa admits failure to get Appropriations Committee seat

Governor Seeking Applicants to Board of Education

National Alliance for Public Charter Schools: Hawaii Law still needs Significant Improvement

Abercrombie appoints Georgette Jordan HD 45 Representative

Hawaii Senate delays plan to ban chamber prayer

Our Magnificent DoE: Teacher arrested for “unlawful imprisonment” after allegedly tying child to toilet

Former DOE secretary arrested for forgery, theft

Prisoners jump the line

Redistricting was part of Settlement with Calvin Say

House Dissidents Humbled: Gay atheist Civil Beat mentions assassination, Civil War

Hawaii Health Systems Corp. Says No Emergency Funding Needed

Lingle Workers Fired From Hawaiian Home Lands Department

Telemarketing Fraudster among top Carlisle Donors

Inouye Wants an Office at City Hall to shepherd Rail

Hanabusa appointed to armed services and natural resources committees

Loophole Limits Disclosure of Lawmakers' Income

Hawaii scores #5 in Gay/Atheist tolerance

Big Isle Councilman Recovers From Heart Attack

Residents to Army: NO -- Testifiers oppose Pohakuloa training plans

Breakdown causes propane shortage

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Wednesday, January 19, 2011
January 19, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1134 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics

Full Text: Sen. Sam Slom Opening Day Address

House Republican caucus announces Legislative Package

House Republican Caucus announces Committee Assignments

Fiscal Notes and Economic Impact Statements for Hawaii Legislation?

Prisons May Release Up To 1,000 Offenders

House Leadership Fight Could Spill Into Opening Day

Leadership void persists

Feds Clear Way For Transit Construction

Politico: Hanabusa suddenly doesn’t want to bend rules to dictate policy

Debate might hold up switch to appointed BOE

DANGER: Legislature in Session

Former city supervisor gets jail time for stealing nearly $20K in taxpayer money to inflate pension

Publisher: Nobody wants to share Civil Beat

FCC OKs local airing of satellite radio

MMMC poised to be among state’s largest heart programs

Disney Looking To Hire 1,200 For Aulani Resort In Koolina

Hawaii Democrats say world will end if Obamacare repealed

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Tuesday, January 18, 2011
January 18, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 818 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Calif. Mayor’s Open Letter to Honolulu Council: Instant Runoff Voting is undemocratic

Abercrombie:  I am Legislature’s messenger boy, boat is about to capsize, I will not write budget

 

Common Cause backs Instant Runoff Voting scam

ACLU “Civil Rights” agenda: More dope, let criminals out, let criminals vote, and tell the Christians to shut up

One Day to go: Say has No agreement with Dissidents

Tsutsui plans big parties for opening day, Souki predicts extended session

Say and Oshiro aim to cut pension benefits, double tax businesses

Hooser: Legislators will simply ignore the rules in pursuit of passing their particular priority initiative

SA: HSTA must stop sabotaging RTTT

More on Scheme to shut down DHHL

Lanai resists plans for 200 wind turbines, each taller than the First Hawaiian Bank Building

Developers may face 15-year time limit due to Land Use Ordinance amendment

Food Nazis use Foie gras ban to open up attack on cattle ranching 

Lobbying Workshops: Find your voice, and use it

Group touts geothermal energy for Hawaii

Free Flow to explore hydroelectric projects in Hawaii

State bar to share evaluations

Ordered by Jeff Stone: Committee will consider alternatives to Waimanalo Gulch Landfill

After 32 years in Hawaii, hippie returns to Flint, MI

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Monday, January 17, 2011
January 17, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 711 Views :: Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Martin Luther King Jr held these truths. Do you?

Djou: House leadership fight a travesty

 

GOP to push for Fiscal Notes

SA: Model Hawaii anti-nepotism statute on Federal law

Note to Hawaii: Gambling has failed Nevada

William Aila: Meet the new boss, same as the old boss

Tom Berg hires Eric Ryan

Hirono, Abortion lobby, claim 77% of Hawaii women are pro-abortion

Homosexual guard raped Hawaii inmate in Arizona

Two criminals per month released in retaliation for furloughs

Liberty monopoly offers dialysis clinic space to Kaiser to block competition

Asia Experiences Huge Birth-Rate Decline

Koreans mark more than 100 years of US migration

Cashing in on the “Green” from energy

 

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Monday, January 17, 2011
January, 2011 Letters To The Editor
By Letters to the Editor :: 1487 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, World News, World Politics

Warning to Mokapu: Age and Sex discrimination at Gulen Charter School

Sovereignty Activist rejects SPLC claim of tie to Tucson shootings 

Teacher: Welfare payments should be tied to children’s school performance 

DoE Teacher:  Waianae, Hilo, Hana Students are Degenerates

Shindler, Sugihara, Bingham

Sen Malama Solomon: Comment about plastic bag ban

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Sunday, January 16, 2011
January 16, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1352 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, World News, World Politics

March for Life planned for Honolulu, Hilo

Prayer: Will Hawaii Senators surrender to ACLU?

Abercrombie, Legislators scheme to divert capital improvement money to General Fund

Honolulu Grand Jury charges two more in human trafficking case

Tucson Shooting: Progressive activist who blamed Palin flips out, held for psychiatric evaluation

Comprehensive List of Tax Hikes in Obamacare

Atheist praises Nestor Garcia for replacing pastors and rabbis with secular Demi-Gods

NCTQ: Only the Legislature can stop HSTA from sabotaging RTTT

Civil unions and budget top Hawaii Democrats' list

Vituperative Abercrombie suddenly quiet on state’s budget mess

Borreca: Inouye got three fireplaces, he will get us our pork

Geothermal: Act 221 scammers and Sovereignty Perfessers team up to line OHA’s pockets

Sierra Club, OHA’s NHLC team up to stop DHHL from building houses for Hawaiians

Serving the Corporatist State: “Radical” Aila overules Oahu Burial Council

Video: Canonization for Hawaii’s Mother Marianne Cope

Free VA Workshop for Nonprofits to Benefit from Two Federal Grant Programs Aimed at Ending Veteran Homelessness

Attorney General's office works through budget problems

Mortgage fraud boosts isle foreclosures

Paper bags proliferate as tree huggers become tree choppers

Piles Of Medical Waste Continue To Wash Onshore

Honolulu Pacifists, Maoists team to recruit kids to : “F*** the USA”

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Saturday, January 15, 2011
January 15, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 745 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Honolulu Grand Jury charges two more in human trafficking case

Goodwin Liu to rule over Hawaii? Obama’s Most Radical Judicial Nominee re-nominated for 2011

Tax hikes? Gambling? Defeated bills from 2010 session may reappear in 2011

Reince Priebus elected Republican National Committee Chair

State's RNC members sided with new GOP chairman

 

Hannemann says he won’t challenge Akaka in 2012

Arakawa sticks to open-door office pledge

State labor contracts making it hard for county to balance budget

Gambling Opponents, Supporters Lining Up for Start of Hawaii Legislature

Mercado Kim suggests Abercrombie Administration filled with inexperienced incompetents

Tokuda pushes for direct Gubernatorial appointments to BoE

Say rejects power grab by Dissident HGEA operatives

Legislature: Safer to be feared than Loved

City of Honolulu: Tax Charities to feed HGEA

Atheist County: Councilmembers “Impressed” by Atheists research on taxing charities

Atheist State: Some Senators question Atheist Control over Invocations

Kim still looking for a DoT scandal

Honolulu Star-Advertiser’s Anti-First Amendment and Second Amendment Agenda Exposed in Opeds on Arizona Shooting

Hawaii Not Flagging Mentally Ill in Gun Background Check System

Catastrophic decline in carbon dioxide

Hawaii foreclosures hit new high in ’10—2% of all homes

Foreign investors must report ag land holdings

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Friday, January 14, 2011
January 14, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1385 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics

650% return on Inouye: $1.9M in contributions, $1.25B in earmarks

Instant Runoff? Low-income voters struggle with ranked-choice voting

Flashback: Obama defends Christian Invocation at Inaugural

Michael Steele drops out of race for Republican Party chairman, endorses Cino

 

$1.7B Short?  City and state clam up on rail

Local Reporters “genuflected and basked in the aura” of Dan Inouye

Inouye warns House Democrats to resolve dispute

INOUYE FLASHBACK Dec 2006: Heads on Stakes, Blood on the floor

Republicans give Say leverage against Dissidents

HGEA operatives Claim no more workers can be cut

Mainland Gays excited by Hawaii civil unions

Pray to Prey?  Invocation offered for success of Akaka Bill

Cayetano Officials Re-Unite Under Abercrombie

Talent goes where it is appreciated:  Koller chosen to head South Carolina Social Services 

Incarceration not Education: Abercrombie Admin may close Kulani Challenge Academy and reconvert to prison

School keeps principal's kin as personnel

Meet the new boss, same as the old boss: Aila continues Theilen’s DLNR Rules changes

Micro-Minority: Only 3.5% of workers are dopers—1% on meth

Sale of American Savings Bank not a slam dunk

Squabbling Tax Credit Beneficiaries continue war

Some not surprised that shark tour boat burned: Arson aboard a vessel was bound to happen, says a member of a surfing organization

Another Maui Ponzi Scheme? True Wealth Group Mortgage Scammers continue to implode

5,226 Acres of Big Isle Koa Forest May Be Sold in Bankruptcy

Drug Dealers with Gun roam KS Campus

Micronesia could be the 51st state

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Thursday, January 13, 2011
January 13, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1187 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics

Anti-gay religious cult tied to torture seeks Charter conversion of Mokapu Elementary

“More Federal Funds?” S&P, Moody's AGAIN Warn On U.S. Credit Rating

End run around law: Rail to raid $300M from City General Fund

SA: DoE is cutting Excellence to preserve mediocrity

The Chaos Begins: Sierra Club wins right to attack Hawaiian Homelands leasing, finances in Court

Say, Luke: Negotiations about negotiations….

Michael Medved: Hawaii Senate 'Insane' to Ban Invocation

Shapiro: Church-State concerns target Christianity, rather than religion in general

Kamehameha Parents fear retaliation more than lunatic with guns

Prison Probe Of Suicide Finds Guards Falsified Records, Neglected Bed Checks

SA: Big Island prosecutor to retire after 19 years

UH Seeks Extra $170M as Stimulus, furlough end approach

Kokubun puts Barrel Tax back on the Agenda

Kenoi: 'We now have a county government we cannot afford' (So he asks for $35M more)

Judicial Selection Commission meets to consider Supreme Court Nominees

Walter Ritte opposes wind on Molokai

A 25-Year Legal Odyssey for Dictator's Victims

State names interim energy administrator

Oahu loads up with guns: Gun deaths are among the lowest in the U.S., but ownership is growing

Rat Lungworm Disease Anyone? Enviro Cult renews raw foods hype

Army ends live-fire training at Makua

Lack of REAL ID could shut Hawaii residents out of air travel starting May 11

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Wednesday, January 12, 2011
January 12, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 818 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Governor Abercrombie Appoints Kahele to Senate Seat

Abercrombie announces four more appointments

Judge: Federal Court ruling “leaves Honolulu police officers no safe course” to detain mentally ill persons with guns

Hawaii Concealed Carry: More Guns, Less Crime

'Great Garbage Patch' Not So Great After All

Spring Cleaning at Hawaii’s oldest Home

Speaker Say, take GOP's offer

Groups fear damage to land by Lanai, Molokai wind farms

Hawaii Renewable Energy goals: Wild, crackpot

Atheist State: Hawaii Senators recommend halt to opening-day invocations, House may follow

Grade Inflation: Hawaii schools given C-plus

Kamehameha Schools explains extra security on campus

Borreca, Shapiro join Chorus of liberals attacking First and Second Amendments

New Law Prohibits Ethnic Studies Courses from Inflaming Racial Hatred and Anti-Americanism

Hope and Redemption

Tree hugger becomes tree chopper: Gabbard may propose plastic bag tax

Kauai County website spreads Pacific Garbage Patch scam

Meet the Hawaii House of Representatives 2011 Republican Caucus

CB: Hawaii's Human Services Department Says It's Nearing 'Stimulus Cliff'

Several dead, but Hawaii Lawsuit For Severely Disabled Rejected

Roberts Hawaii reaches $330K settlement with tour bus drivers

Hawaii Supreme Court denies lawyer's reinstatement bid

Seed capital: a third of Hawaii farm revenue

AINA LEA, LLC Gets Approval to Build One of The Largest Solar Farms in the State of Hawaii

Hilo Target to open July 24

WSJ: North Korea's Imminent Threat

Green energy: Burning dollars to generate electricity

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Tuesday, January 11, 2011
January 11, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 940 Views :: Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics

Gates: North Korea will soon have missiles capable of hitting Hawaii with A-bomb

Hawaii Congressional Delegation: How They Voted January 5-10, 2011

SPLC ties Tucson shooter to leader of Hawaiian Sovereignty Movement, 2008 Iolani Palace takeover

Shapiro: Hawaii Democrats Blatantly target Christianity for obliteration

Idiot progressives think Army Nuked Kawaihae Harbor

HGEA, UPW benefit: Airport Officials Race To Hire 200 Workers

Same-Sex Civil Unions Supporters 'Optimistic'

Another day, another Advertiser Puff piece:  Finance director nominee Kalbert Young is praised for his brilliance

Anti-Superferry protesters upset over GOP support for Say

Aiona nails Saiki for partisanship

FULL TEXT: Jan 5 DoE Budget Briefing to Ways and Means Committee

Hawaii is top spender on State hospitals

Lopez is not ready to lead DCCA

Kauai canceling furlough Friday this week, perhaps rest of the year

Five Hawaii County prosecutors may quit when Kimura goes

Billion Dollar Default: Grand Wailea investors give up ownership

Buy American rule means military contract windfall for Hawaii Solar contractors

Cashing in on “green” energy

Perry and Price, KSSK keep isle radio leads

Honolulu Officials At Odds With Winter White House Owner's Take on Law

Study boosts defense of aquarium fish industry

Kill the First Amendment: Star-Advertiser: Beware dangerous public rhetoric

Kill the Second Amendment: Democrat Borreca blames Palin, conservatives for shooting

Liberals using Tucson shooting to boost gun control in Hawaii

Chun Oakland: Mental illness is real issue

How America's elite hijacked a massacre to take revenge on Sarah Palin

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Monday, January 10, 2011
January 10, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1151 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics

Tucson Shooting: After blaming Palin, TEA Party, Hawaii media liberals seek to end discussion

 

But 9th Circuit rules that Honolulu Muslim with guns, detained for 5150 mental health exam, had rights violated because someone mentioned terrorism

SA: Not clear DOE will obey 180-day law

Kalapa: Abercrombie may eliminate all vacant positions

Democrats nominate three to replace Kokubun

Does Abercrombie’s DCCA pick have a conflict of interest?

Lee transfers command of Hawaii National Guard, state Civil Defense

Maui News: Starting Tuesday, customers should bring bags to markets

Census: Idle Youth swarm Maui, Kauai, Kona, Volcano, North Shore

There goes the neighborhood: Rosanne Barr describes her “Nut farm’ on Hamakua Coast

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Sunday, January 09, 2011
January 9, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1113 Views :: Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics

Djou “Shocked and saddened by shooting of Rep Gifford”

SA Admits: Abercrombie was lying about either transparency, federal funds, furloughs, new departments, no GE Tax hike, or no TAT raid

SA peddles expensive new DoE contractor to Legislature

Hawaii has Union political power, but not workers’ rights

Ethics panel seeks 2 new members

Democrat Borreca, Eric Ryan team up to attack GOP (again)

Priorities: Foie Gras back on Legislative Agenda for 2011

TIMBER! Kauai Businesses gear up for bag ban, switch to paper

Kauai Council forms committee to stop it from breaking its own rules

Another attack on affordable housing: Enviros demand ban on gas water heaters, require $6000 solar water heaters

Maui Anti-Superferry Protesters attack Affordable Housing Development

“Any Interested Person” could make Maui Planning Department revoke permits

People blamed for lack of Hawaii agriculture

Mauna Loa Observatory admits Volcano affects CO2 readings

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Saturday, January 08, 2011
January 8, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1206 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics

Stalemate Broken: House Republican Caucus backs Calvin Say for Speaker

Rep. Marumoto Bill to mandate DNA collection from arrested suspects

After brother pleads guilty in Ponzi scheme, Hawaii County prosecutor announces plans to resign, move to Maui

More Atheist garbage: Activist Questions Church Waivers

UH Profs dropped $100/each to embarrass their profession by electing The Abercrombie

Ed Board Appointees Could Take Seats By Summer

Senator pulls out of DHHL lawsuit

Lanai wind farm term agreement negotiated

Reported bid for Hawaiian Electric raises questions of conflicts, ethics

Hawaiian Electric Takeover Spurs Angry E-mails (Green energy descends into farce)

HNN: Hawaiian Electric “we have nothing to date”

Sabato on 2012: Dan Akaka “Safe for Now”

New Adjutant General Takes Command of Hawaii National Guard

Feds Investigate Alleged $1 Million Embezzlement by a Hawaii Bank of America Employee

Fire Guts Controversial Shark Tour Boat

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Friday, January 07, 2011
January 7, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1153 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics

Hiram Bingham IV, the secret rescuer

Criminals in DoE, HSTA continue to openly violate 180 day law 

Abercrombie short $529M in 2012, tells legislature to fix it 

 

Democrats secretly vote to end Senate Invocations

 

Palafox: Doctors, Hospitals not cost effective

Maui, Kauai Counties Expect Budget Surpluses

2012 Warmup: Kenoi strikes back, Contractors buddies denounce Yagong

Hawaii, the Islands of Missed Opportunity

DoE attacks affordable housing: Developers to be assessed impact fees for new schools

School transport contractors collude to jack up prices

New economy: Robin Danner in Guam to score piece of Military Buildup

Old Economy: HBO chief's Big Isle project bankrupt

New Economy: After constructing “Green” energy economy, Hui tries to buy HELCO

New Economy: “Green” energy: Burning money to generate electricity

Republicans not kicked out of Senate Studio

Congresswomen Hirono and Sanchez meet with Hawaii's Hispanic community

Gov. Abercrombie, you’re gonna have your hands full

Public Housing Tenants Vent Frustrations Over Washing Machines

Obama Hawaiian Vacation Tops $120K/Day

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Thursday, January 06, 2011
January 6, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1456 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics, World News, World Politics

WaPo: Futile, Discouraging, Depressing -- Hanabusa joins the lowest of the low

Djou: Our hard-fought battle allowed the GOP to gain 3-5 additional seats on the mainland

Hanabusa: One Day on the Job, One Broken Promise

Full Text: Speaker John Boehner takes gavel

Convicted felon, newsrack thief, Larry Mehau associate among eight vying for Senate Appointment

 

Conspirators meet in secret attempt to divvy up House Committees

Carlisle: “I don’t plan to cooperate with Abercrombie”

Will Obama Silence Blundering Abercrombie?

Hanabusa fails to get Appropriations committee seat

Kimura surrenders after admitting that he bilked up to $20M from various investors

Criminal DoE refuses to obey 180 day law

Price of Failure: Hawaii Public Schools Ask for $1.8 billion, Plus $29 million 'Wish List'

New Mexico judge gets Hawaii post

SA, Landed Aristocracy have High hopes for ag designation

Environmental Group Complains About Rail Transit Hearing

Civil Beat: Are haoles victimized

Obama's Winter White House an Illegal Rental

Reps hold meeting on chemophobia Scam

Atheist to get money from State, end public prayers?

SLARS Investigation by Hawaii Lawmakers a Flop

Yagong 'welcomes' ethics hearing (pushback from Kenoi 2012 campaign)

Transparency comes to change orders: Council to review costly contract additions

Councilman Fred Blas advances funding for Puna park

Family sues over lost safe deposit box

Retracted Autism Study An ‘Elaborate Fraud,’ British Journal Finds

Large fire continues to burn at Hawaiian Waste Systems

“Green” energy scammers continue to salivate over Hawaii

WSJ: Q&A With Steve Case About Ron Klain, LivingSocial & Venture Capital

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Wednesday, January 05, 2011
January 5, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 921 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics

$126M Giveaway: Abercrombie quietly boosts spending on Public Employees’ Insurance

Birthers “Born Again” thanks to Abercrombie

Instant Runoff Voting debunked

Pinching the Power of Dan's Purse

Rail Money: “There’s just no chance at all”

Shapiro: Djou departs political life, slamming door behind him

Don't raise fees for status quo

Budget Director Doesn't Have All the Answers for Lawmakers

Pension, Health-Care Costs Contribute to State Budget Gap

Hawaii government boosts its share of health costs

Abercrombie demanding emergency funding for Governor, Lt Gov office

Hawaii tax revenue down 5.5 percent in fiscal year

State's Billion-Dollar Investment Still Frozen

Landed Aristocracy cash in on Hawaii Tax credits

Principal's absence disturbs parents

Better Government with Rep Fontaine

Mass Psychosis on Big island after boy touches turtle

Dialysis monopoly accused of Predatory Pricing

Soak the Homeowner to feed contractors?  Hawaii County council debates impact fees

“Green” Energy: X-treme power 4th Hawaii Wind project

Hanabusa Prepares To Take Office: Hawaii Democrat Faces GOP Majority

HNN VIDEO: Interview: Mufi Hannemann on media exposure and tourism

American Samoa school official pleads guilty to bribery charges

Birthers: The more Abercrombie talks, the more unbelievable his story gets

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Tuesday, January 04, 2011
January 4, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 684 Views :: Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Robert Iwamoto trust sued over Maui Ponzi scheme

Calif. EIS shows plastic bag ban harms environment

VIDEO: Steele Faces Rivals in RNC Chair Debate

Abercrombie gift to Unions: State to pay 60% of Medical Insurance costs

 

Grabbing for $100M, Lawmakers target Building contractors for double taxation

Tsutsui, Abercrombie: No TAT Raid

Honolulu Mayor Pushes More User Fees To Balance Budget

Case family operative called back from gig as VP Biden’s Chief of Staff

After Republican elected to Council, Democrats conspire “to prevent such an election in the future”

Maui Council organizes Committees

Maui Dialysis Monopoly challenged

Hawaii Tops Nation In Bankruptcy Increase: Bankruptcy filings hit 5-year high

Lenny Klompus goes to work for House Minority Caucus

Calvin Say faction negotiates for one last vote

Hawaii Budget Hearings: Council on Revenues

CB: What Brain Drain?

Former bank supervisor sentenced to four months in $183,000 embezzlement

Lt. Gov. Brian Schatz names senior adviser, director of Fair Share Initiative

Molokai Ranch owners seek ruling on land use

“Green” Energy hustlers rake in bucks

Alaska Dispatch: The rise of Native Hawaiian companies

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Monday, January 03, 2011
January 3, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 930 Views :: Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics

WaPo: Abercrombie “taking the pole position of political surrealism”

December 7 battlefield to become Regional Park

Birther War Year Two: Hey Neil, Don't feed the trolls

Faking it again: Change in law blocks Abercrombie from delaying tax refunds

 

Mayor Arakawa Take 2

New Oahu Council Members Take Office

Michael Steele counting on Hawaii

Hawaii GOP sets special state committee meeting

DBEDT: Cashing in on ‘Green’ energy

Kalapa: Act 221 advocates to blame for your tax increases

Horrible tragedy: Sierra  Club hacked, year-end donations blocked

SA: Audit sows seeds for change

Progressives demand “consequences”: Department of Taxation took “unprecedented” action to hinder critical audit

No ‘consequences’ here: Repeat burglar released from jail into drug rehab

Tam's spending unverified

Mizuno’s Playoff push Panders

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Sunday, January 02, 2011
January 2, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 628 Views :: Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Former attorney general faults Akaka for failure of namesake bill

SA: Hawaii to lose $800M in 2012, Time to Buckle Down

Rail, schools and APEC challenge isles

Garden Isle still giving Abercrombie credit for Lingle’s decision ending instructional day furloughs

37 HPD officers disciplined in 2010

Hawaii prison system attempts to block auditor’s access to information

Weak economy has led to fewer people willing to take in children

Tough Pet Care Law Taking Effect: Neglectful Owners Face Criminal Penalties

Maui's plastic bag ban to go into effect January 11

Across Hawaii, Romney is also thinking of 2012

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Saturday, January 01, 2011
January 1, 2011 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 827 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Abercrombie’s Birther War named in top ten Flubs of the Year

AFP: 2011 brings tougher challenge, greater rewards

Hawaii Land trusts merge to finance grab for thousands more acres

Djou leaves Congress with House Republicans lined up for Akaka Bill, Rail funding

Condo owners target as Calvin Say proposes $100M in new Taxes

Guard to welcome soldiers home from Afghanistan

HECO chastised for mismanaging its energy program's move to a private firm

Final day of fireworks sale as snobs’ law brings darkness to Oahu

Maui Tax Group has new Chair

2010 Year in Review

A raft of apt quotations offered to isle politicians

 

 

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Friday, December 31, 2010
December 31, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 702 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Hartford Courant: Who’s Abercrombie kidding?

HuffPo: Abercrombie on a fool’s errand

Rep Djou announces US Service Academy Nominations

FreedomWorks: 2010 Year in Review

Newest KSBE Trustee: Lawyer for Al Hee’s Sandwich Isles scam

Star-Advertiser’s #1 Man for 2010: Blake Oshiro, of course

9-11 Trooother TV Crew Covering President Claims Mistreatment

KITV: Under-Funded State Pension Issue Looming

Carlisle: City in Better Financial Shape Than Expected

Neglect leads to junky parks, state reports says

Marketing Hawaii tourism done in secret executive sessions

Child molesters thrilled as Hawaii Legislature begins hiring

PBN Looks forward to 2011

Housing authority shuts down Waimanalo residents’ greywater system, calls it “pollution”

Some low-income families living with no electricity, HECO proposes assistance

Lawsuit: Hawaii’s Wonderful In-State Prison System holding prisoners beyond their sentences

New Yorker Brady thinks Buffalonian Abercrombie brings new day to Hawaii

Hawaii Homeless man arrested, extradited to Arizona

New Contractor takes over BI Head Start

Yamada & Sons has lease on land key to Hilo garbage plan

UK Daily Mail: Obama given a  20-MAN motorcade to visit childhood friend in Hawaii (no wonder his Christmas holiday is costing the country $1.5m)

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Thursday, December 30, 2010
December 30, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 555 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Republican Tom Berg wins Council Special Election

GOP: Berg's years of service to community recognized

2011 Legislative Agenda: ERS benefits to be slashed, “all eligible members to retire”

Theme of Prison Audit lifted from Kat Brady commentary

Audit fuels “clinically psychotic” HGEA effort to strangle tax collection

Hawaii’s Leftist Governor Seeks Birther Revival

Abercrombie’s Birther Crusade: Day Five

HuffPo: Abercrombie on a fool’s errand

Hawaii Legislature doesn’t know difference between entrepreneurs and Crony Moguls

Council on Revenues forecasts $44M more revenue

Reaction to Tom Berg Victory

 

The Micromanagement begins: Takamine asked to intervene in bakery dispute

‘Green” Energy: Residential electric bills going up next month

State auditor: "Quick and dirty" management of inmates on the mainland

Panel advocates foreclosure protections

State tax forecast up: The Council on Revenues predicts 3 percent growth this fiscal year

Council on Revenues to Change Reports Because of 'Media Confusion'

State Sen. Kokubun resigns for administration post

Solomon Withdrawing From Lawsuit

No action by Kenoi on 'greatest environmental risk'

Hoffmann takes on affordable housing

SA editors back Young Bros monopoly, demand “clarity”

Roth:  A strong sense of justice, and his good humor, made Judge King special

1971 House Leadership fight decided by Republicans

3 medicated marijuana patients caught with 643 plants, 7 lbs

Woman who stole $13K in schools funds avoids jail time

Chromium: Where’s The Balanced Reporting?

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Thursday, December 30, 2010
December, 2010 Letters to the Editor
By Letters to the Editor :: 757 Views :: Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Lucky to have Tom Berg as Councilman

Waianae Teacher:  “Many teachers are fed up with the HSTA and DOE”

Hundreds sign up to Save Ewa Field

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Wednesday, December 29, 2010
December 29, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 816 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Judge Samuel King funeral Today

Abercrombie’s Birther Crusade: Day Five

TEA Party favorite Sheriff Richard Mack to speak in Honolulu, Maui

Hawaii Legislature doesn’t know difference between entrepreneurs and Crony Moguls

Today deadline for City Council special election mail-in ballots

Stalling, secret talks doomed prime moment for Akaka Bill

$200M up for grabs:  Will Hawaii budget be balanced on HTA’s back?

Council on Revenues to release new forecast

Desperate, Star-Advertiser editors suggest ways around earmark ban

Rick Hamada: gay marriage not an important issue

Deal means 20 years in Kimura Ponzi scheme: Separate plea still to come in federal court

CNN: The Honolulu Star-Advertiser is Dead to Me

Who didn’t make Abercrombie’s senatorial cut?

Herkes: Procurement rules used to steer Ocean View Water tank contract

Luddite Alert: Target store protest greets president this morning

Mating White Elephants: Questionable economic decisions set up a classic NIMBY conflict at Pepe'ekeo

Tourist spending skyrockets by almost a third

Hawaiian, other airlines raising rates

Housing Project Upset Over Laundry Violations

Helicopter Tours Adjust To Secret Service Restrictions

State flag to fly at half-staff in honor of Judge Samuel King

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Tuesday, December 28, 2010
December 28, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1012 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics, World News, World Politics

USA Today: Neil Abercrombie, the friend you don’t need

Enviros demand Hawaii Food Tax

22% of Ballots in for Special Election

 

Hawaii teachers brace for major health fund change

 

GOP legislators knocked off the air?

DoE Substitutes still want their $20M

Honolulu Prosecutor promises to investigate City Overtime

No competitive bidding: Castle & Cooke gets waiver for solar farm

Rail project’s ridership projection is highly improbable

South Kona bypass bond: County seeks expedited trial, Yagong wants new bond to start construction

Woman advocates officers' memorial

Free floating Anxiety: Star-Advertiser continues to push chromium 6 chemophobia scam

Free Floating Anxiety: Herbicide spraying concerns residents

Politically incorrect Hawaii news publication launched

China deploying carrier-sinking missile

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Monday, December 27, 2010
December 27, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 806 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

NYT: Inouye pushes Exemption from Terror Embargo after $2000 contribution

Abercrombie: Hawaii business leaders are ideologically rigid and cliche-ridden

Abercrombie’s Weird Priority: Raising profile of birtherism

Last day to vote for City Council special election at Honolulu Hale 

CB: Hawaii Outpaced U.S. In Income Growth, Poverty Decline Since 2000 

 

Major dislocation in Hawaii economy if Muni bond market collapses

 

CB: Something We Didn't Hear During Campaign: Birthers a Priority For Abercrombie

CNN: Abercrombie dripping with disgust for the birthers

SA: Dignity key for Kobayashi--The state's newest U.S. district judge is known for her fairness

Shapiro: Big island prosecutors complicit in burying Peter Boy

Obama party stays in home taxed at $300

Affordable-rental community in Ewa was delayed by financing and land acquisition

Freitas greased skids for UH sports to switch conferences

Star-Advertiser solicits donations to Anti-Superferry protesters, chemophobia scammers

Enviros prepare arguments against undersea power cables

SA: Sign federal shark finning ban

West Hawaii Veterans Cemetery recognized

Big Island blogger faces legal pressure to withdraw reporting on zipline safety concerns

A&B stock at 52-week high

Global Cooling: Summer Snow in Tasmaina

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Sunday, December 26, 2010
December 26, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 674 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Precisely as Predicted: Birthers see conspiracy enhanced by Abercrombie

 

Maui News on Birther Battle: Don't do it, Neil

Isles facing drought in earmark funds

Gov calls for shared sacrifice on 4-part economic plan

Hawaii County Officials racked up $222K on county credit cards in past 2 years

Paying for power jolts some military families

SA: Power outage at Ala Moana looks like 3rd World Country

Costs add up for shippers

The jobless stigma: Being out of work for a long time complicates the search

Family sues city, Police Department over fatal shooting

No legal aid for officer accused in HPD scandal

Obama meets Marine families at Kaneohe: One kid punches him, another sticks tongue out

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Saturday, December 25, 2010
December 25, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 908 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

In Hoc Anno Domini: So the light came into the world

How Christmas Came to Hawaii

VIDEO: Rep George Fontaine plays Santa at Kihei Youth Center

NYT: Abercrombie doubles down on Birther battle

Federal Cash Giveaway: Wind Energy Developers get one-year extension

Akaka Bill backers vow to plod on as foes cheer

Priorities: Abercrombie steps up Birther war  (This is what he got elected to do, right?)

Maui businessman and Hawaii Democrat Donor accused of Ponzi scheme charged

Presidential Gate-Crasher arrested at Sovereignty Activists’ camp

Abercrombie: Obama seeks embrace of thought control

Obama arrives in Kailua, Abercrombie flees to Hana

Abercrombie promises not to raid TAT

Hawaii County spends $4.89M on Councilwoman’s former employer

Voluntary effort reduces plastic bag use by 700K in six weeks

More sewage in water near Obama vacation home

Waimanalo Gulch Landfill runoff reaches sea, spurring probe but no alerts

Vanuatu Quake could cause sea level changes in Hawaii

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Friday, December 24, 2010
December 24, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 786 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics

How Christmas Came to Hawaii

Hawaii Congressional delegation: How they voted December 20-22

Miles of cash: DoE burns $2.2M for “car mileage”

The Dangers of Mail-In Ballots

A New Day In Hawaii: For Abercrombie, discrediting 'birthers' is a top priority

Abercrombie names Legislative policy team

Federal Contract Preferences – A Boon For Native Hawaiian-Owned Companies

Malama Solomon suing State over water to her ranch

State Water Official: Chromium Six Test "Irresponsible"

Christmas gift to UPW: 10 inmates injured in riot at Arizona prison

Hawaii’s initial unemployment claims fall 25.2%

Benefits extension to help thousands in Hawaii

Hawaii's War: National Guard, Reservists Face Hardships at Home

Army looks to improve PTA training facilities

“Envision Laie” commentary misses the bigger picture

Central Pacific Financial Corp.'s Private Placement is Fully Subscribed

Waters off Obama’s vacation home full of sewage

PHOTOS: Kailua police chase suspect thru checkpoint at Obama vacation home

Arrested in Honolulu, Abdel Hameed Shehadeh indicted on terror charges

Biden says gay marriage 'inevitable'

 

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Thursday, December 23, 2010
December 23, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 673 Views :: Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

DoE #1 in failure: 38% of Hawaii students flunk Military Aptitude tests

Census reapportionment data to be released in February 

Unbiased Media: Abercrombie aides “walk on water”

Aides nervous when Abercrombie goes off script

Ed Case campaign website gets extreme makeover

Hawaii taxes could rise but not on GET

Toguchi blames private schools for Hawaii’s 38% ASVAP failure

 

DoE brainwashes second graders against Christmas

Cited 53 times, City does not fine Genesiro Kawamoto

Furloughs stir 2 moms' push for minimum of school days

Maui News: Gov. Abercrombie says one of his priorities is to return all Hawaii prisoners from the Mainland. Do you agree?

Censorship: Progressives look for ways to silence Mufi supporters

Gaza victimized by Ann Wright, Honolulu Advertiser

Temporary spending bill ends Hawaii earmarks: Inouye cronies cut off until March 4 at earliest

Akaka complains about failure of Akaka Bill

Army vet discharged under DADT "shocked" by repeal

Development ideas contradict General Plan

Crackdown on fireworks leads to 3 arrests in 2 days

Young Bros. Monopoly loses business, hikes rates 24%

A 2011 Rebirth of Ocean Thermal Energy Conversion?

Mitt Romney Also in Hawaii, Expected to Talk 2012 Plans with Family

Dante Carpenter: Obama up to his eyeballs in horse manure 

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Wednesday, December 22, 2010
December 22, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 786 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Malama Solomon’s meth connection

In the rubble of 2010, Hawaii GOP finds “foundation for future success”

VIDEO: Djou farewell speech before US House

Special Election: Only 17% turnout so far

 

Rep. Djou Gives Farewell Speech

OHA Cronies gather at St Andrews to prey

Abercrombie appoints Malama Solomon, Maile Shimabukuro

Gay atheist Democrats look for three of their own to be appointed to the Senate

Census: Hawaii's Population Increases 12%: State Now Home To Nearly 1.4 Million Residents

Hawaii falls $900M further behind in pension funding

Justice in Jeopardy: Judiciary continues campaign for more money

SHOPO: More Police needed in Hawaii County

Kauai Open governance resolution passes

Big Fleets Resist Greens’ Plan to kill fishing industry

Takamine’s DLIR: Growth anticipated in green jobs

CB: IMG's Rail Operating Cost Off By Miles

NYT profiles Mauna Loa CO2 scam observatory

SA reposts Eric Ryan drivel

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Tuesday, December 21, 2010
December 21, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1011 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics

$772M short: Abercrombie submits two-year budget, blames Lingle, tells Legislature to fix it

Lame Duck Won’t Create Race-Based Government After All

Hawaii Congressional delegation: How they voted December 12-19

Michael Medved to speak at SBH Conference

TEA Party favorite Sheriff Richard Mack to speak in Honolulu

New Hawaii State laws effective January 1, 2011

After giving away millions, Abercrombie plans to ask for emergency funds to cover $71.6 million shortfall

 

Angry Abercrombie: “Crisis is an opportunity”

Say “its his responsibility to come up with balanced budget”, Abercrombie exasperated

Expert testimony: Abercrombie complains about phoniness

State Faces $844 Million Shortfall: New Gov. Offers No Specific Plan To Solve Deficit

Abercrombie promises no GE Tax increase

Akaka Bill fallout? Machado takes over from Apoliona at OHA

Inouye retaliates against Filipino veterans

Slom: Close Hawaii’s Public Schools? Better to Close the Department of Education

Kalapa: Jigsaw Puzzle Fix Needed To Repair Hawaii's Economic Future

Molina, Parsons to join Arakawa Admin

EIS notice issued for proposed Kona waste-to-energy plant

Obamas go shopping, lights blown out, kids start crying

Mistakenly Believing Immunity Applied, Ex-Diplomat’s Son Stole $300K From Law Firm

After failed IPO, Hawaii Windfarm developer hopes for “some kind of private financing”

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Monday, December 20, 2010
December 20, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 931 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics

Honolulu is #2 on Erin Brockovich hexavalent chromium hit list

Nanakuli Special Election Candidates’ forum Tuesday

Abercrombie nominates Louie Attorney General

New Hawaii State laws effective January 1, 2011

Governor picks attorney general

6 Democrats vying for Takamine's Senate seat

SA: Plan for isle inmates awaited

ILind suddenly discovers there might be a revolving door between politics and journalism

Band or Football for Homeschoolers? Not in Hawaii

Obama HHS officials laud Obamacare law’s effect on Hawaii

Tesoro forced to sell fuel at a loss to HECO

Maui Taser case ruling could have nationwide implications

FORBES: Bank of Hawaii named “America’s Healthiest Bank”

DLIR Report: 'Green' jobs in Hawaii to rise 26 percent

Sopogy to partner with Chinese company on power plant

Hawaii bicycling activist returns to Connecticut

Clayton Hee pushes for Marianas Islands shark-finning ban

Gabbard wants a law addressing data leaks

Father slams 'veiled' Wanat report

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Sunday, December 19, 2010
December 19, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 688 Views :: Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics

Abercrombie announces DOH team, DOT deputy

KITV: Former Soldier Hails Final Senate Vote: Hawaii Man Was Discharged Over Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell

 

Toguchi: Give us more money or we will close your schools

Med school's Palafox is named state health director

Kobayashi confirmed as Hawaii U.S. district judge

Inouye retaliates against Philippine Veterans

SA: Start now on setting up authority for rail transit

American Community Survey captures current state of economy

Lawyer Modafferi rebounds from dreadful 'ice' addiction

Blind man, woman file a countersuit, saying predatory practices hurt them

Show biz delivers $407 million to Hawaii's economy

Party Unity: Progressives seek felony prosecution for Mufi’s fake Venture Capitalists

Snobs want $250,000 per sq mile to find fireworks

Peter Boy's siblings hope truth comes out

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Saturday, December 18, 2010
December 18, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 816 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

VIDEO: Slom, Marumoto host community meeting on Kawamoto’s latest scheme

Rail Decision Called 'Hasty': Some Environmentalists Say EIS Is Still Incomplete  

Honolulu Council Committee Assignments announced 

SA: Congress should help pay for migrants' health care

Tax Compromise rejected by Hirono will put $1000 in your pocket

Desperate Inouye speaks up for Earmarks

 

Welfare boosts Hawaii personal income

SA: 'Felix' reforms slow to pay off

Review panel extends the probation period for Waters of Life as it struggles to right itself

Arakawa names county housing department chief

Does founder of Hannemann Front Group Exist?

Hannemann named president of Hawaii Hotel & Lodging Association

UniDev housing dispute ordered into mediation

City reviews deal with towing firm

Kauai Council New Year’s resolution: End county furloughs

Maui Council ends term with Attack on Aquarium Fish collectors

Man Proposes For-Profit Honolulu Orchestra

False Front: Washington Place Falls Into Disrepair

Have jacket, will party: Bakken is back

LA Times: Samuel P. King dies at 94; longtime federal judge in Hawaii

Isle brigade to go to Afghanistan

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Friday, December 17, 2010
December 17, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1189 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

UPDATE: Inouye earmark sets goal of developing a mechanism for Hawaii “Indian Tribe”

March for Life Rally to mark 40 years of legal abortion in Hawaii

VIDEO: Liliuokalani School could become Charter School

Djou, Akaka, Inouye back tax compromise, Hirono rejects Obama

LoPresti: Espero saw Dudley vandalize signs

Abercrombie snubs Josh Green, will nominate Palafox to DoH

Abercrombie, without an Attorney General, blindly signs Rail EIS: lawsuits will now commence to kill project

City Staff “open hostility” to rail financial review

Inouye crony calls Djou racist for opposing pork bill

Lynn Finnegan: The former House minority leader now is the face and voice of the charter schools movement in Hawaii

Aiona named vice president at Saint Louis School

Hirono: Obama bill unfair

Hawaii Farmers attacked by Tax Collectors, FDA

Abercrombie Prison Plan runs into Concerns raised about training for corrections officers

Sheriffs Earning More Than Hawaii's Chief Justice?

$3M Ponzi Scheme targeted Hawaii inmates, families 

Large crowd forces meeting on Mortgage Store outside

Anti-Development lawyer shuts down volunteer beach park improvement effort

Obama’s boss, kids coming to Hawaii without Him

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Thursday, December 16, 2010
December 16, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 845 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics

EPA: Sharp decrease in Hawaii air, water pollution

Punished for success? BoE to consider closing two of State’s most successful schools

Feds to loan $25M/month as Hawaii Unemployment Compensation fund runs dry

Star-Advertiser endorses McDermott in Special Election

 

Aiona appointed Exec VP of St Louis School

Eric Ryan’s annual anti-GOP scam makes Star-Advertiser, Kauai Garden Isle and Maui News

Hundreds Oppose Consolidation of Hawaii Kai Schools

Kia’aina Abercrombie?

Abercrombie already using Saguro lawsuit as excuse to bulk up UPW positions with new prison

DUI overtime fraud: 7 Officers charged want city to pay their legal bills

Honolulu one of the most secure places to live

Inouye: Polynesians guided by Earmarks, Pork

OHA officials conspire with US Education Secretary Duncan

Djou, Hirono vote to repeal 'don't ask' law

Change order disclosure: Council advances transparency, notification bill

Clerk’s salary still stirring controversy

UH-Hilo drops lecturer known for his colorful language

9oz of dope OK on flight, charges dropped

Larger planes could mean Southwest flights to Hawaii

Hawaii snags $425K from Dannon yogurt settlement

Flight rules to be less strict during Obama visit

How Christmas developed in Hawaii

Shapiro: The night before the holiday we don’t mention

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Wednesday, December 15, 2010
December 15, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1200 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics

Hawaii Right to Life endorses Dudley, McDermott in Honolulu Council Special Election

Inouye earmark sets goal of developing a mechanism for Hawaii “Indian Tribe”

Djou welcomes GAO audit of Compact of Free Association funds

Abercrombie names Okimoto, Wong, Ono, Ito, Kaahanui to Cabinet

Most effective way to move forward should Akaka Bill be enacted?

Akaka Bill: Dead Horse in a Dead Duck Session

SA Continues look at Hawaii DoE Special Ed Disaster

Shapiro: Less rant, more rationale needed on cost of rail transit

Hawaii ranks low in emergency preparedness

Arakawa names Johnson to serve on mayoral team

Shapiro: Dirty districting

Kondo selected to head state Ethics Commission

UPW Thrill ride: Lawyers find 18 Mainland Hawaii prisoners willing to sue

Haleiwa Flood Blamed On Dam Failure: Lawsuit Says Uninspected Reservoir Released Torrent

Tax cheat, anti-Superferry protester Gary Hooser on Say speakership: It’s all quid pro quo

Honolulu Anti-Semite pleads insanity

AP and Eric Ryan team up in desperate effort to convince suckers that state GOP in turmoil over finances

California’s 1st female LG has Kaua‘i roots

Star-Advertiser trims rate increase for state’s legal ads

KITV may be knocked off DirecTV Satellite

Grace Pacific, Mid Pac Petroleum Merge

Hawaii still may hear symphonic music

Big Island tops in poverty

Aching for Development, Laie Has Hawaii's Highest Household Size

Abercrombie: Hawaii Needs Federal Help After Micronesian Ruling

Triathlete raising money for COFA migrants on Big Isle

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Tuesday, December 14, 2010
December 14, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 797 Views :: Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Report: Hawaii scores 7 out of 10 on Health Emergency Preparedness

How Hawaii’s Congressional delegation voted December 8–13

Hirono panics: After rejecting Obama, she now tries to straddle Tax Bill

Full Text: Federal judge rules Obamacare unconstitutional

Josh Green still in running for Cabinet post, Malama Solomon seeks Senate appointment 

Special-education costs rise and so do questions 

 

Number of students in special education in decline after DoE mis-identified thousands

 

$250K Settlement with family of girl victimized by DoE Child Molester

Liliuokalani backers appeal for its survival

UHH Prof fired for cursing al-Qaeda

Lack of funds cuts Judiciary

Federal Judge Orders State Health Coverage For Micronesians

Dueling Over Dialysis: Hearing to address Kaiser proposal to be second provider

Tripler employees claim racial discrimination

City Council Candidates Respond to Civil Beat Questionnaire

Aquarium Fish Bill Draws Public Testimony

Bio-tech firms here will change the face of our local economy

Hanabusa: Does Clayton Hee suffer from chemical imbalance?

Hawaii senators visiting Taiwan

Hannemann to lead Hawaii Hotel and Lodging Association

Ousted Hawaii County Councilmembers seeking Unemployment Payments

ILind: Documents trace controversial towing contract

Hawaii's Magma Chamber May Be World's Shallowest

Soldier from Ewa Beach among six killed in attack on NATO base in Afghanistan

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Monday, December 13, 2010
December 13, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 940 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Cleaning up Abercrombie’s Mess: GAO to investigate lack of funding for Compact of Free Association Migrants

Hawaii Legislators’ favorite child molester claims he is the victim

Small Business Survivability: Hawaii ranks 44th

Special election will fill Apo's City Council seat 

Your DoE at work: Hawaii tops nation is Special Education due-process claims  

Abercrombie’s $67M giveaway endangers plan for Department of Early Childhood Education 

A Surcharge on Safety: Union Contract and Turnover Blamed for Outsized Overtime 

 

Halawa guards are fired over inmate abuse

 

 

 

Arrogant Abercrombie: At 72 he says he finally figured out humility

 

Shapiro: Will legislators follow Abercrombie’s lead?

Rep. Ward: Hawaii Kai Public Schools Under Serious Threat of Closure

Current rail plans rife with problems

FACE Hawaii wants to see mediation and other changes to help buyers keep homes

Bankruptcy court hears Symphony case today

Obama's Hawaii trip on hold until Congress finishes its work

Appeals court denies bail for pot guru

Some Laysan albatross pairs prove to be same-sex couples

Valiant bird needs our help, not our hate

Full Lunar eclipse will be visible from Hawaii

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Sunday, December 12, 2010
December 12, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1067 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

BoE School Shutdown Hearings start Monday

 

Turnout disappointing for Abercrombie coronation party at Lahainaluna

After causing Compact of Free Association problem, Abercrombie appoints immigrant rights activist to head Human Services

Democrat Borreca: Abercrombie wants to be your Facebook friend

AP: Democrats take control of Hawaii behind new leader

Tops in nation, Hawaii gets $318 per capita in earmarks

SA: Strip $70M funds from HTA to fix parks

Fundraiser to memorialize Hawaii's fallen police heroes

FBI lauds Hawaii Youth Challenge Academy

Inmates visit family via ministry

Enviros launch effort to ban opihi picking

Enviros seek 2000’ buffer zone along 175 miles of Big Island coast

Kauai Judge: Hapa Trail belongs to state

Charges trail city towing contractor: An investigation and complaints fail to prevent contract renewals

Documentary on Alaska statehood to premiere Sunday

NYT: Samuel P. King, Judge and Critic of Hawaiian Charity, Dies at 94

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Saturday, December 11, 2010
December 11, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 754 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Reward for backing Tax Compromise? Obama Cabinet officials call for passage of Akaka Bill

Rep. Marumoro: $372K is not enough savings to justify closing Liliuokalani School

BoE Approves Committee Leadership Assignments

GOP responds to “bizarre, comical” emails from Eric Ryan

Akaka Bill headed nowhere

SA: Pact to boost business ties with Korea would help Hawaii

Akaka joins Hirono in attack on “deeply misguided” Obama plan

Akaka and allies take new tack on 'don't ask'

A new era in government arrives with unspoken costs

City responds to Criticism of Rail Finance

The Case for Building New Homes

Kauai Mayor pushes end to county furloughs

Hawaii County Council Bill would require prompt reporting of change orders, transparency

UH Economists See Oahu-Centric Recovery In 2011

It's official: University of Hawaii leaving the Western Athletic Conference

More Homeless Seek Shelter During Rains

Nearly All Foreclosures Driven By Out-Of-State Lenders

Panel: Ahi catch cuts not working Still, time hasn’t run out on saving fishery by destroying fishermen

Destroyed by union, Symphony calls it quits after 110 years

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Friday, December 10, 2010
December 10, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 910 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

NCSL: Hawaii budget short $200M for 2012, $145M for 2013

Child porn survivor denounces UH Prof’s call for legalization

County to bulldoze December 7 Battlefield?

Rail Financial Report co-authored by former Controller of So Cal Rapid Transit

Turnabout: Hawaii GOP calls on Hirono, Hanabusa to support Obama Tax Bill

US House Democratic Caucus: “F*** the President …. We can’t trust him…. Just say no!”

Olbermann Video: “President may not be re-nominated. Get a new man. Or woman.”

Study: Hawaii ranks 5th in overall health

24% of Hawaii residents spend more than they earn

Hawaii: 147K on Food Stamps, up 15.7%

EIS Begins for Undersea Power Cable Project

Rally for Imprisoned Noble Peace Prize winner Liu Xiaobo

Budget: DLNR demands $50M/year

Slavery: Global Horizon Trafficking Defendants Likely Face Additional Charges

Rail Critics Say State Report Will Go To Congress, Feds

SA: Tax-cut deal is best for now

HPD officer charged in theft: Honolulu's police chief offers no explanation for the five recent arrests of policemen

Judge King describes Democrat Borreca

Denby Fawcett quits KITV after helping Abercrombie pretend to be Episcopalian 

Speaker Say: Will Abercrombie appointments manipulate balance of power in House?

Takamine, Kokubun domino effect

Faye “Islam Day’ Hanohano ready to quit House for Senate

Rep Morikawa breaks ranks with dissidents, sort of

Ethics Commission Gives Senators OK for Taiwan Trip

Gov. Abercrombie Agrees To Disclose List Of Gala Donors

Dopers to protest arrest of Abercrombie fundraiser on dope charges

Weekly jobless claims top 17,000

Nobody comes: Hotel Occupancy drops to 38%

Hawaiian again tops on-time arrivals

Must A Property Owner Seek To Change The Law To Ripen A Federal Regulatory Takings Claim?

Book Review – Island Son: The Life and Times of Hawaii’s Republican Reformer (coming to Hilo)

Molesters’ buddies continue attack on Fontaine

Lahaina News: Jo Anne Johnson represented us well

Waikiki vigil honors Chinese dissident Liu Xiaobo

WH: Obama won't leave DC until nuke deal is done

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Thursday, December 09, 2010
December 9, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1071 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics

North Korean threat to Hawaii mentioned in Wikileaks cables

Progressives denounce Obama: “What happened to the man?”

Abercrombie nominates Tam DLNR Deputy Director

King did all this within the law

House Dissidents blame factionalism for lack of majority package

Pay-to-Play deposits being accepted tonight at Hilton Hawaiian Village

Abercrombie Inherits $200M Pile of Lawsuits

State EIS process begins for undersea cables, wind farms

Hirono rejects Obama: Sens. Inouye, Akaka, Rep Djou To Vote For Tax Deal

Star-Advertiser continues process of trying to make First Lady acceptable

Carlisle appointees win initial approval

HPD officer arrested following Mililani store theft

Gun control propaganda installed at KCC

Visa Rules hold back US Tourism industry

Hawaii: A Gay Travel Oasis

Artificial woman wins reassignment to real women's prison

Dopers in frenzy as FLIR increases busts 575%

County settles suit for $55K

Kauai Enviros launch attack against Fish Aggregating Devices

Kona Coffee producers confused in wake of quarantine

Nest of endangered albatross found in Hawaii

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Wednesday, December 08, 2010
December 8, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 921 Views :: Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Abercrombie’s first-day furlough fakery

Abercrombie: Release fulfills agreement, does not end teacher furloughs

Judge Samuel P King remembered

US Civil Rights Commission warns against Akaka Bill Sneak Attack

Djou applauds tax compromise

Complete factional breakdown in State House

Abercrombie’s Democrat youth movement

SA begins process of making Hawaii’s nutty First Lady acceptable

Lingle: Welfare Rolls Decreased 40 Percent Under My Watch

Shapiro complains that Lingle backed Republicans for president

AP Finds Republicans quoteworthy When they are supporting a Democrat

SA: Tighten schools' nepotism rules

OHA’s Stender: Captain Cook to blame for DoE’s failures

Qwest, Verizon, ATT challenge taxpayer giveaway to Al Hee’s Sandwich Isles Scam Company

Discounts lure more to hotels

Religious war: Mormons vs Enviros duke it out over Laie

Isle initiative fuels hydrogen cars

Two Council Candidates Face Residency Challenges

Kauai County Worker allegedly threatens supervisor, then gets promoted

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Tuesday, December 07, 2010
December 7, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 778 Views :: Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics

Pearl Harbor, Civil Rights, and Hawaii Statehood

Rep. Ward: If DoE won’t ban nepotism, insist on WASC Accreditation

GOP: “Hawaii can count on us to keep a watchful eye”

Abercrombie’s first act: Raid $90M to feed HSTA, HGEA

Hawaii arrest shows Revolution Muslim Shifting from Ideological to Operational

Meth Project Named Third Most Effective Philanthropy In the World

Website GovernorLindaLingle.com Launched

Pearl Harbor survivors gather 69 years later

Extra! Extra! How Did Journalists Cover Pearl Harbor The Day After?

Pearl Harbor is State’s Number One Tourist Draw

Abercrombie celebrates One-Party State, demands Republican shut up, yuks it up with fawning media

American flag, National Anthem, Pledge of Allegiance return to Iolani

Cabinet: No Tourism Liaison for Abercrombie?

Slavery lawyer turns down Abercrombie’s Attorney General offer

Don't say 'retirement' to Linda Lingle

Residents Rally Around East Oahu Schools as BoE threatens closure

Eco frauds cheer:  Aquaculture on the Ropes in Hawaii

Hawaii suspends court search fee

Hawaii County Council inaugurated: Yagong calls for 'accountability, transparency' in tough times

LUC upholds Ooma denial

NPR: Destructive Bug Infests Hawaii's Kona Coffee Fields

Enviros, Island nations seek money using non-existent sea level rise as excuse

 

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Monday, December 06, 2010
December 6, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 756 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

SA suggests Abercrombie might kill STEM Education

Protestors wear black for Abercrombie inauguration

ILind: Abercrombie insiders need to be warned against stealin’ 

Abercrombie awaits his economic hand

Union contracts coming up in June 

Dear Gov. Abercrombie ...

CB: Dissecting Abercrombie's 'New Day'

Inauguration rite will precede luau

Convicted felon Gary Safarik makes bid for Kokubun's state Senate seat

Rail Consultant Defends Report

Council Candidate McDermott Blast’s State’s Rail Analysis

Latest DoE report blames kindergarteners for schools’ failure

Enviros continue assault on fishing industry

Water storage benefits everyone, so all should pay

Ariyoshi appeals lawsuit dismissal: The former governor and others also fight to avoid attorney fees

Kaiser raising co-payments New Year's Day

Small businesses to suffer as Obama comes to Hawaii again

Atheists attack Hawaii Senate

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Sunday, December 05, 2010
December 5, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 892 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Lingle: “I look forward to staying Involved”

Abercrombie appoints five more directors

Six Hawaii Robotics teams advance to World Championship

Kaauwai On Lingle's Legacy

 

SA: The Lingle Years

Efforts have failed to outlaw employing close relatives

After 40 years of trying, Progressives take the helm of Hawaii's ship

Coronation of King Abercrombie

Asselbaye moved to Hawaii in 2003 and immediately began working for Akaka Tribe

Inouye, Nakashima want Takamine's Senate seat

Farmers Beware: Kokubun nominated to lead ag 'renaissance'

After being cancelled and then rescheduled, the Mayor's Craft Fair is held

Hawaii's nursing shortage turns to surplus - but not for long

Hilo hospital rated poorly by patients

Kauai Co Clerk pay may be illegal

Prefect Title scammer in court again

Cancun Climate Change: Turn out the lights, the party's over

Reports: Russian satellites fall into Pacific

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Saturday, December 04, 2010
December 4, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1082 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

How Inouye sabotaged Akaka Bill

Another Akaka Bill sneak attack? GOP Senators tell Inouye to back off

Full Text: Rail Financial Plan Assessment Report

Panos on Rail Analysis Report: Carlisle doesn’t know what he is talking about

Governor Lingle announces direct China-Hawaii fights for Chinese New Year

Governor Lingle announces 44 pardons

Home of Hawaiian language books to go digital

Djou welcomes US-South Korea Free Trade deal

Koller announces online processing for Medicaid applications

“Computer study of computer studies” -- UH Manoa Climate research questioned

UHERO assesses first year of Obama Economy

NRO: Lame Duck the Akaka Bill?

NRO: The Discriminatory Akaka Bill: ‘Infamous’ Indeed

Predictable news: Mayor claims state's rail review is flawed

Party Unity? Mufi still Lost in Space

Gay molester stalks UH Manoa

Gay-Atheist Civil Beat continues to obsess about Duke Aiona’s religion

Akaka, Inouye support ‘Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell’ repeal

Lingle's Administration Moving Out

Lingle will advise bipartisan think tank

Ramsay Wharton returns to Sunrise!

Abercrombie campaign raised $4.5M to defeat Aiona

Warning: Abercrombie coming to Sister islands

VIEWPOINT: Fontaine: It’s time to look ahead, not back

Haleakala: Attorneys for shake-down activists could still sink or delay project

Arakawa names four to serve in county planning, parks positions

Community College Job-skills program let go

Decreasing Fights Leads to One School's Success

Electronic cigarettes: Are they safe?

New Age Scam #1: Herbalife Millionaire Claims Marriage Con--State Supreme Court Considers Voiding Her Divorce

New Age Scam #2: Implicated in death of child, Hawaii’s Oklevucha Native American Church Appeals to the 9th Circuit Court of Appeals for Ceremonial use of Cannabis

WHT publisher Asbach to retire

WikiLeaks cables reveal how US manipulated climate accord

Hawaii Marine Dies In Afghanistan

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Friday, December 03, 2010
December 3, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 603 Views :: Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Rail plan is $1.7B short, EIS still incomplete

BoE sneaks off to Lanai, reelects Toguchi Chair, Yee Vice Chair

Djou censures Rangel, Hirono demurs

Djou, Hirono back Healthy, Hunger-Free Kids Act of 2010

House Democrats, Ron Paul, Vote To Saddle Small Businesses With A Job-Killing Tax Hike

1,000 Solar Panels to be Installed at Kalanimoku State Building

A new spotlight on rail funding

SA: Failure to extend middle class tax cut will be “dire”

Rep. Calvin Say is one vote shy of returning as House speaker

Unions to demand more secrecy

Senators grovel before Young Bros monopoly, will sabotage Pasha in 2 yrs

Honolulu Police Introduce Online Crime Map

New Pearl Harbor Visitor Center Opening

State OKs Maui Solar Telescope, Hawaiian Opponents claim to Feel Burned in preparation for lawsuit

EPA honors Hawaii geology professor Fletcher

Without tax credits, Condominiums slow to join Hawaii’s move to solar

Abercrombie’s visit to Obama in DC dominated by discussion of Obamacare repeal

Visa rules hold back US tourism: Hawaiian Airlines

KITV: Abercrombie said it was a "very happy meeting."

Illegal alien activist meets with illegals in Kona, Honolulu

Shake-down artists meet on ahi aquaculture farm Kapa’au

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Thursday, December 02, 2010
December 2, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1129 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Cayetano on DBEDT Pick: “Dobelle thought Richard Lim was trying to intimidate him”

S510: TEA Party fights against FDA control over small farmers and farmers markets

Democrats point fingers:  Heen blames DHHL, OHA, CNHA for death of Akaka Bill

Lynn Finnegan named executive director of Hawaii Charter School Network

More federal Funds? Abercrombie’s meeting with Obama produces no announcement

Abercrombie: Bring your own cup to the swearing in

Hawaii Mayors Want To End Furloughs

Carlisle eyes Lingle appointee for Budge Director?

Retirement System to propose benefit cuts

Monopoly Denied: PUC denies Young Bros.' request to reconsider Pasha decision

Thielen: Hawaii Parks in 'Deplorable' Condition

Abercrombie press secretary is Senator’s sister

Dudley Circus erupts at neighborhood board meeting

State Holding Hearings On Giant Telescope Project

With Tuition increases pending, UHH defends swank rental

Djou, Hirono vote for $4.5B child nutrition bill

Hawaii Organizing Committee a No Show at Miss 2010 South Pacific Pageant

Cleanup underway after Homeless tent city dispersed in Waipahu

Bus Company's Safety Record Is Questioned

Charity's anger at proposal to make child porn legal 'to protect children from abusers'

Legalize Child Pornography? Researchers Say It Deserves Consideration

BIW: New bill could regulate food safety, but crush local food producers

Courses on genetics are not propagandized

Hawaii death penalty case moving forward

Yagong targets cost overruns

KGI: Mayor’s inaugural speech unveils visionary plans

Maui: Affordable housing plan nixed over timing

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Wednesday, December 01, 2010
December 1, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1324 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

New Hawaii website targets “waste, fraud, and abuse of taxpayer dollars”

Earmarks: Desperate Inouye lashes out at Obama

UH Manoa Researcher pushes to legalize kiddie porn

Nader Asks U.S. Supreme Court to Hear His Hawaii Ballot Access Case

Abercrombie Selects Budget Director, Labor Team

Abercrombie names five Cabinet appointees

Abercrombie names communications staff

VIDEO: Newly elected GOP Reps plan for upcoming Legislative session

Quid pro Quo with Mehau?  Takamine, Cayetano retread, to head DLIR 

Kalapa: "This is the worst time. There is no money.”  

 

Shapiro: Legislature not place I’d go for talent

 

Shapiro: Abercrombie transplants campaign to Administration

Slom: Say down to one vote, Democrat factionalism will disrupt agenda

Carlisle: “I believe furloughs were invented by the devil and should go back to purgatory”

Decimated Democrats forced to pick Hirono for Democratic Steering and Policy Committee

4,100 in Hawaii to lose jobless benefits as Democrat lame duck supermajority fails to renew

Isles' visitor count, spending see double-digit gains in October

Kauai County clerk job up in air

Arakawa names two top people at Public Works

Maui Water Sabotaged again: Piiholo South well deal dead for now

Public Protest blocks County borrowing: $56M bond approval put on hold

S. Kona bypass road bond under advisement

Hawaii Ranks Among The Nation's Worst For Meth Abuse

Planned Parenthood senses opportunity as Hawaii AIDS cases spike

SA: Repeal DADT

KITV helps researcher promote kiddie porn

Sex Offender Openly Promoted Child Sex

Obama might postpone isle visit

Honolulu Startup Weekend Planned

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Tuesday, November 30, 2010
November 30, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1343 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics, World News, World Politics

Wikileaks cables reveal China 'ready to abandon North Korea'

Anti-Military DLNR Pick demands Prayer as part of Public Hearings

Abercrombie DBEDT Pick financed biofuel, solar projects

Abercrombie: Clayton Hee has destroyed his chances of ever getting anywhere

Inouye offers defense of congressional earmarks

COFA medical care: Abercrombie will have to clean up his own $8M mess

Hawaii's initial unemployment claims fall 25.8%

Special Election: LoPresti claims trucker tried to run car off road

HPR Candidate Forum for Honolulu Council Special Election

A.G. Mark Bennett joining Starn O'Toole Marcus & Fisher

Shapiro: A Target on my back

US Supreme Court to rule on “equalizing” funds to publicly-financed candidates

SA: Set priorities for dam repairs

Public hearings set for Na Wai Eha water withdrawal applications

Arakawa names key water, finance directors

Kaua‘i’s government hospital

Hawaii’s QUEST Expanded Access Long Term Care Recognized Nationally

Human Rights Day Candlelight Vigil in Solidarity with Chinese Dissident Liu Xiaobo

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Monday, November 29, 2010
November 29, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 668 Views :: Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics

Hawaii Concealed Carry launches Firearm Permit Initiative

Deadline Today to register to vote in special council race

 

Shapiro: Abercrombie serves up waffles on BOE

Cachola: Counties’ Legislative Package hinges on aquarium fish

Civil Beat Publishes salaries of Honolulu County Employees

Lawmakers return to US Capitol to clean up leftovers

Obamanomics keeps construction prices, activity depressed

43% of DoE teacher hires not licensed

SA: Patients before policymakers

Nuclear option advances energy independence

Hawaii Senate panel holding hearing on PUC decision to allow Pasha inter-island cargo business

Democrat WHT targets Univ of the Nations

Residents protest rate-of-growth bill

Video captures lava igniting home in Kalapana subdivision

Tax Hike shuts Fiji’s namesake Bottled water firm

Location of firing range challenged on Guam

Gay Atheist behind leaks of 250,000 State department cables, military files

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Monday, November 29, 2010
November, 2010 Letters to the Editor
By Letters to the Editor :: 700 Views :: Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics

Kue! Sovereignty Activists to protest Abercrombie Inauguration

Slavery: Defender calls Federal Prosecutor “corrupt” 

Honolulu Mayor Expects $100M Budget Shortfall, but Rail is Still On

Hawaii Sunshine better than TV

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Sunday, November 28, 2010
November 28, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1137 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, World News, World Politics

As debate looms, Honolulu Council Special Election residency challenges multiply

UPDATE: Residency Challenge filed against Kioni Dudley Council Candidacy

Hawaii Anti-Trust Adventures: Rubber hose enforcement

Fragile Urban Families: New findings show just how bad things are for the kids

Who will pick the BOE?

Star-Advertiser, Toguchi agree: Colleges to blame for failure of DoE

Private School Enrollment slide continues

AP Interview: Gov. Lingle defined by struggle

Abercrombie thesis applies Marcuse, Gramsci

Legislators’ Favorite Convicted Child Molester attacks Rep-elect Fontaine 

Back to the bad old days: Takamine to head Labor Dept?  

Abercrombie fundraiser busted with 6oz Marijuana

New details on two men arrested near military housing

Suspicious vehicle searched for possible explosives; Two men arrested

Hawaii Vendors Prepare For Tax Crackdown

War on Agriculture: Proposed hike in Dam and reservoir compliance fees

War on Aquaculture #1: Fish to be covered by Maui animal cruelty laws?  (But who will protect fishermen from eco-cruelty?) 

War on Aquaculture #2: UH Manoa Prof joins war against local food production, attacks fish farms (He’s a seismologist!)

Fast-tracking eases permitting, approvals for affordable housing in Kihei

Lava Destroys House at Kalapana Gardens 

Am Samoa: Togiola Upstages Faleomavaega with Hillary Clinton

Tuvalu: Christians too intelligent to fall for Gaian Cult of Warming

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Saturday, November 27, 2010
November 27, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1234 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics, World News, World Politics

Register by Monday to vote in District 1 election

Auditor finds minor problems with 121 state funds

Lingle reflects on her governorship, eyes future political endeavors

SA: Tam should serve jail time

Atheist Capitol protestor found not guilty by Democrat judge, lawyer hopes case will bring an end to public prayer

Acquitted of lesbian murder attempt in Hawaii, woman goes on to rob banks in KY

Kauai Mayor Bernard Carvalho announces incoming cabinet

Nissan's silence on Leaf shipment frustrates isle residents

Harnessing the elements: Water Department turns to air for power

Greenpeace demands West & Central Pacific Fisheries commission ban fish aggregators

Flashback: Honolulu Record backed North Korea

Documentary will feature never before seen photos of Atomic tests

1860 Portland Oregonian publisher became emissary to Sandwich Isles

1931 Kamehameha School for Girls–”Everything Hawaiian was suppressed”

Pro-democracy movement wins Tongan election

FDIC Chair: Will the next fiscal crisis start in Washington?

Not so akbar: Muslim terrorist wanna-be fails to blow up crowd at Portland Christmas tree lighting

 

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Friday, November 26, 2010
November 26, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 561 Views :: Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Residency Challenge filed against Kioni Dudley Council Candidacy

Three Republicans seek Ewa-Leeward Council Seat

FULL TEXT: Hawaii $1.1B settlement agreement with Citigroup

Party Unity? Caldwell ignored by “Abercrombie people”

Borreca paints picture of “distant, ambivalent” Aiona 

Volunteers to help Sen. Slom track Senate committees

SA: Improve access to Legislature

Coming to Kauai: Taxation Department cracking down on cash transactions

HSTA members upset by health insurance transfer back to the EUTF

Computer software shows teachers whether students understand lessons

After proposing massive tuition hike, UH requests $100 million in construction bonds from the Legislature

Deferred acceptance allows many to keep their criminal records clean

Ex-shelter director sent to jail

Kekaha farm owner has plans for much more than shrimp

Gas Co. will turn waste to fuel

Chevy Volt 93 mpg

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Thursday, November 25, 2010
November 25, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1373 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics

The hidden story of the third Thanksgiving: 1623--giving thanks for freedom

Gaming Industry Lobbyist, Progressive activist screen Abercrombie cabinet picks

Thanksgiving message from Lingle and Aiona

Mother of Lt Gov. Aiona dies at 93

UH considers raising tuition 185% 

KITV VIDEO: Lingle says Hamamoto promised to keep furloughs on non-instructional days 

 

AFL-CIO officer, HGEA operative fight Say over Speakership

 

Abercrombie caught lying about federal funds

Progressives name three possible Hanabusa replacements

Councilman Rod Tam, still in office for five more weeks,  Pleads Guilty To Theft Charges

Federal employee sentenced to a month in jail for steering a contract

Con man Rewald directs a Los Angeles talent agency

Star-Advertiser & Honolulu Unitarian Church claim all human progress created by liberals

Kamehameha proposes to buy Haleiwa site eyed for hotel

Failed Delivery of overseas absentee ballots explained

Arakawa names flower farmer as economic official

A peek into the profitability of Star-Advertiser owner Black Press

POYNTER: 6 Months In, Honolulu Civil Beat Still Testing the Market For Paid Conversation

Your Tax Dollars at work: Hoku Corp. amends polysilicon supply agreement

Perfect Title scammer sues Obama

Kauai Bureaucrats play musical chairs

PUC does not answer call for Pasha hearings

Special session to consider $56M bond

Price doubles, hope fades for S. Kona police station

Ag board OKs coffee bean quarantine

Punatics protest TSA rules

Drug Enforcement Administration to Put Temporary Ban on Synthetic Marijuana

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Wednesday, November 24, 2010
November 24, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1133 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics

Aiona: “Maybe run again for Governor in 2014”

Hawaii High Schools ranked by college performance of graduates

The hidden story of the third Thanksgiving: 1623--giving thanks for freedom

Stop Treating Everyone As An Equal Threat 

Carrier Group heads for Korea 

 

Hawaii gets $1.1B settlement from Citi

Clayton Hee, Gary Hooser still in running for DLNR

 

HB444 Proponent Blake Oshiro mentioned as possible House Speaker

City Parks Director Quits over bungled Craft Fair closure

Council members pick committee posts

Hawaii DoE flew 652 Employees to Disney World “conference”

Shapiro: 1 giant store is to replace another in Kailua, ho-hum

Privately owned Big Isle Hospital beats HHSC Hospitals in survey

Selling Sex in Honolulu: Unlicensed Massage Parlors Lack Enforcement Scrutiny

Still not offered a job in Legislature, Maui man held on $1M bail on sex assault charges

2011 Nissan LEAF gets best-in-class 99 mpg EPA rating

HECO continues to push palm oil importation issue

Survey: Honolulu one of country's safest cities

Kauai Council backs Furfaro for chair, organizes committees

Contrails or chemtrails?  Free floating Anxiety strikes Kauai dopers, trust fund babies

Memminger: Seven Simple Ways to Reduce the National Debt (Without Convening A Government Commission)

Nature Conservancy gives “scientists” junket to Palmyra in exchange for agit-prop on global warming, plastic

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Tuesday, November 23, 2010
November 23, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1554 Views :: Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics

Heritage: Don’t Give In To North Korea Demands

The hidden story of the third Thanksgiving: 1623--giving thanks for freedom

New Biography: The Spirit of Father Damien The Leper Priest-A Saint for Our Times

'You did what?' How anti-trust lawyer broke up Big 5

Full Text: 18 Hawaii Groups call for greater openness at Legislature

Obama’s New START limits anti-missile defense

Last elected BoE to be sworn in Nov 29

Governor Lingle’s official portrait unveiled

Congress: How Hawaii delegation voted Nov 22

Federal Judge Agrees: CAIR Tied to Hamas

Concerned not enough dope is reaching cities, Hawaii Legislators call for expanded marijuana distribution

Registration deadline approaches for Special Election

Dissident group lining up to tackle House Speaker Say

Hawaii joblessness steady - but your island may vary

Responses refute existence of any recent 'Kill Haole Day'

Hawaii Welfare Recipients Spend Thousands In Tennessee

Advocates say halting mental-illness treatment leads to more problems

Lingle: “Don’t fire the Cabinet”

Isle artist Christy Fujii paints the state's first female governor

Hawaii Stands Alone on Charging For Review of Court Records

DoE News: Kahuku Football player commits suicide

DoE News: 2 boys arrested after explosion at school

Native Hawaiian Can't Live in State Park

Murkowski's opponent contests vote count in Alaskan Senate election

UH Manoa Study acknowledges that global climate models are “seriously deficient”

Insurgent attack kills fifth Schofield soldier

Muslim terrorist wanna-be arrested in Honolulu in plea deal talks

Hawaii ACLU looks for plaintiffs to file TSA Search lawsuit

One servicemember’s struggle with PTSD but he's not alone

Obama condemns N. Korea's 'outrageous act'

Star-Advertiser won’t participate in SPJ’s annual “excellence in journalism” competition

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Monday, November 22, 2010
November 22, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1056 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics, World News, World Politics

Hawaii GOP State Senate results underline importance of community commitment

First-hand report: North Korea has 2000 modern centrifuges

Slater: Honolulu rail project could hit state finances hard

Kalapa: Imbalance in next governor's agenda

Shapiro: City turns around PR disaster on senior fair

Half of Hawaii DoE class of '09 enrolled in college, but math and English pose a challenge for many

BoE Lunch Wagon: Did Hawaii become part of Cuba?

CB: Will Green Light for Tanoue Be Green Light for Developers?

CB: Prostitution Busts for Men Turn Up Mostly Locals, Few Tourists

Dissension in Doperville: NORML attacks THC Ministry, Roger Christie

Big Isle farm promises rich biofuel source

LA Times: Tidal power: Could waves provide 10% of America's electricity?

Mormon temple in Laie is still place of 'refuge'

U.S. official calls North Korea's nuke claim disappointing and provocative

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Sunday, November 21, 2010
November 21, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1137 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics, World News, World Politics

Aloha Family Alliance: Our advice is do not give up

Democrat-Advertiser still crying about loss of Inouye Earmarks

Delusions and Panic: Abercrombie can go back to Congress and save the S1011 version of Akaka Bill

Maui MD: Medicare cuts a concern to Hawaii doctors

Isle fish farming good for environment and economy

Protesters aim to deflate Lanai wind project

State lays groundwork for more clean energy

Mateo set to remain chairman of council amid reorganization

Kailuans take on Target

Kona: Pine Trees development plan blocked

Amendment to law allows state officers to have Tasers

Scientist: North Korea has 'stunning' new nuke facility

800 isle soldiers deploying to Iraq

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Saturday, November 20, 2010
November 20, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1057 Views :: Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics, World News, World Politics

In face of opposition, lame duck Maui Council punts on property tax hike

BoE refuses to follow law: Rejects meal price increases

14 candidates seek District 1 Council seat vacated by Apo

TAT, Water top Arakawa Agenda

Carlisle hit over illegal seizure from pawn shop/fence

Speaker: Say still 2 votes short, Rep Roy Takumi mentioned as possible compromise candidate

 

Okino compared to neutered donkey

Advertiser, Eric Ryan team up to cheer attack on GOP Chair Michael Steele

“Progressive” Ian Lind defends earmarks: Hamakua ditch spending at top of list

Unity? Kona faction Council chair appoints Kenoi loyalist Co clerk

Kauai utility receives $110M loan guarantee

University of Hawaii's Final Report from secret negotiations on HRS 343

Abercrombie no response on Civil Commitment for pedophiles

Honolulu Reporter searching for Court files on prostitution cases finds himself surrounded by Deputy Sherriffs

East-West Center Responds to Criticism

Big Isle UH campus announced

Micronesians sue to block cuts in Hawaii’s Taxpayer-Sponsored Healthcare Benefits

No cash No PASH: Feeeel-good liberals renew assault on pig hunting

No cash, no PASH: Fighting over the meaning of the native Hawaiian rights defense in the Kalalau Valley

Kauai TVR fight: Director Ian Costa resigning from Planning

Feds Won’t Block Aloha Petroleum’s Purchase of Shell Oil Hawaii Operations

A place to pay tribute to Hawaii's Fallen Law Enforcement

Lame Duck: Web Censorship Bill Sails Through US Senate Committee

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Friday, November 19, 2010
November 19, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 867 Views :: Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics

FULL TEXT: State Senate Committee Assignments Finalized

FULL TEXT: New version of Akaka Bill introduced in US Senate

Honolulu Shipper Maersk fined for doing business in Iran

Hawaii DoT sells $201M in bonds

Democrat Borreca: We need Inouye’s earmarks because they are …uh…just symbolism

 

SA: Raise Retirement age for Gov’t employees and cut pension benefits

Fate of Civil Unions tied to leadership struggle in House

Tokuda pledges to slow walk appointed BoE

CB Publishes list of OHA cronies and their salaries

It begins: Texas firm with Abercrombie ties to take over Big Island development

Abercrombie won't attend seminar for new governors

Crony Watch: Governor-elect offers glimpse of hope, change, employment

Bureaucrats gone Wild: Mayor's craft fair rescheduled just days after its cancellation

Moiliili: Homeless Tent City vanishes after police arrest 15 for meth

How Edison turned DoE’s big failure into a huge success

Federal Suit Says U.H. Security Breaches Harmed 100,000

Hawaii's economic forecast for 2011: Growth in Tourism, Government

Weak economy inhibits charitable giving

Foreclosure Alternative: Hand over deed, walk away, and get $3000

Kukui phases in rent rises

Kaua‘i homeless rate drops, state figure rises

Kauai: Asing’s lengthy council career ready to sunset

Time Magazine/PEW: Marriage: What's It Good For? (yes, this is a warm-up for civil unions)

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Thursday, November 18, 2010
November 18, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 902 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Honolulu Council Special Election: Mel Kahele, Waimanalo Gulch, and other baggage

FULL TEXT: Report on Hawaii Personal Information Breaches -- 479,000 victims in state

Four Loko: Does The FDA Really Need More Power?

Hawaii County seeks nominees for Reapportionment Commission

Excellent news: GOP push to end earmarks could hurt funding for Inouye cronies

State owes $10.8B for workers' retirement, has nothing

Hawaii physician shortage to grow to 2,000

Akaka submits new version of Hawaiian recognition act

Former Advertiser Editor: Average Americans are more of a threat than al-Qaeda

Hawaii Election Commission releases updated results

Abercrombie insists on having BoE Albatross hung around his neck

McCully Homeless Tent City: 15 arrested on drug charges

Wisconsin Gov aims to cancel rail “boondoggle”

After 8 years in public eye, Lingle deserves time to herself

Kalihi, Puuhale Elementary Facing Possible Consolidation

State Tax Crackdown Has Market Vendors On Edge: Vendors Say State 'Picking On The Little Guy'

Allegiant puts off Hawaii to 2012

State sued for food stamp delays

Some in isles could run out of federal jobless benefits

Mentor brings meaning to Koloa Technos

Isle seed crop value jumps 26 percent

Colorado dope dealers come to Hawaii Capitol

Akaka Bill supporter Murkowski wins reelection

Recession reduces rents, homelessness

Attention Rida Cabanilla & Roz Baker, another potential staffer:

NYT: Stepfamilies are rethinking post-divorce living arrangements

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Wednesday, November 17, 2010
November 17, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 738 Views :: Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics

New version of Akaka Bill introduced in US Senate

Panos: Carlisle’s start disappointing

S&P Downgrades Hawaiian Electric to Brink of Junk, Conservation, Regulatory Lag Blamed

Christmas cancelled: Hawaii Tax collectors force shutdown of craft shows

 

Shapiro: Abercrombie needs to evaluate rail funding

Hawaii ERS has only 65% of what it needs to meet pension obligations

Abercrombie teams up with Homeless Tent City Supporters

Gay-Atheist Oahu Democrats trying to cut off Lingle’s funding for 2012

Panos Prevedouros plans run for Mayor 2012

Inouye says he knows more than Obama

CB: Will Big Island Gain a House District?

Murderer eighth to move here

West Oahu Parents Protest School Firings

Large union rally invades Hilton property

SA: Anonymity, not 'haole,' is issue

Feds: Put rare Hawaii dolphin on endangered list

Illicit fireworks will draw more state scrutiny

Maker of Four Loko drink to remove product from stores

Website will accept applications to supply renewable energy to HECO

Kona Residents gaining water option through improvement district

Drug treatment facility gaining support on Kaua‘i

Attention Hawaii Democrats: Potential Legislative Office managers available

The Hawaii Environmental Movement: A Brief History by Henry Curtis

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Tuesday, November 16, 2010
November 16, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1131 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics

Inouye becomes useless? House, Senate Republicans place moratorium on Earmarks

NYT: Obama’s economic view rejected on world stage

Aloha to Current Nonprofit Property Tax Exemptions?

Maui Council to consider property tax hike on residential homeowners

Special Election: McDermott, three others see Apo’s Council seat

New lines will be drawn, but likely no additional House seats for Big Isle

Gay-Atheist SA Editors: Tax Churches, Hospitals, Schools, non-profits to feed the machine

Neil Abercrombie’s ‘New Day’ Comes With A Price

Abercrombie, Legislators form conspiracy

2,400+ Apply For Jobs With Abercrombie

Borreca: Will Say hold on to Speakership?

Hawaii public school fees on the rise

Futility: Daniel Inouye defends earmarks

Hawaii's General Fund Down 6% So Far This Fiscal Year

EW Center defends WW2 Program

Washington: Hanabusa participates in new member orientation

S&P Downgrades Hawaiian Electric to Brink of Junk, Conservation, Regulatory Lag Blamed 

US Treasury Grants for Solar, Wind to Expire

Secrecy surrounds Parker Ranch's sale of 3,509 acres to biofuel pioneer

Star-Advertiser gives DC-based Luddites space to bash Fish farming

Farm lease dispute goes to arbitration

Cataluna: 'Kill Haole Day' myth diverts attention from real problems

Road to Riches: Overtime at City Road Division

Maui County unpaid for roadwork for decades: Developers could owe millions for deferred infrastructure fees

Who would marry a killer?

Hawaii prisons have lowest ratio of guards to prisoners

Maui News: Corals love sewage

Reuters: Obama’s Asian failure to be matched by European failure

CB: State Allows Developers to Flout Solar Mandate

Alcoholic beverage Four Loko under fire

ACLU looks at justice in Indian country (Akaka Bill preview)

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Monday, November 15, 2010
November 15, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 748 Views :: Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

VIDEO: Bishop Estate refuses to negotiate lease with Kamilonui Valley farmers

Marumoto challenges latest Gensiro Kawamoto scheme

 

Redrawing District Boundaries One Consequence of Election

 

National Journal: 2012 Hawaii Senate race to be top GOP priority

Hawaii Legislative Agenda for elderly: Legal dope and assisted suicide

Elderly Fraud Cases In Hawaii Exploding: Cases Increase 110% Within Last 2 Years

Job applications for Abercrombie administration due Monday

Shapiro turns Kamilonui Valley into argument for tax hike

Vote to hike Hawaii County debt set Wednesday

Young Bros mobilizes flunkeys to protect monopoly

Ethics Complaints Up at Honolulu Hale

Number of North Korean defectors to South Korea tops 20,000

Judges cite 'Kill Haole Day': After a court rejects anonymity for plaintiffs suing Kamehameha Schools, the dissents note racism

SA: Ailing Akaka Bill inexcusable

Hobbled Dems, eager GOP back for lame-duck session

Brainwashing: UH Hilo Diversity Committee sponsors a Diversity Symposium 

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Sunday, November 14, 2010
November 14, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1138 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics

AP Exit Poll: Hawaii is only state where independent voters don't think government is doing too much

Even After Resignation, gay-dominated Oahu Democrats vote to oust Okino over Gay Civil Unions

Slom outlines strategy to take on Legislative Democrats

Abercrombie’s new Chief of Staff implicated in Akaka Bill debacle, has only been in Hawaii since ‘03

Fidell urges Act 215/221 scammers to pack Abercrombie cabinet

Honolulu council considers massive property tax hike for churches, non-profits

SA: Charter School shows superiority of independent boards

HTH: Appointed school board a long way off

70% of DoE Teachers are in first five years of employment

Quiet Controversy in Schools: Noncertified Teachers

Losing with grace can lead to winning opportunities

Delusional SA Editors: Obama’s G-20 Failure sets stage for Hawaii to become “Geneva of the Pacific?”

Ahi farm's ocean lease OK'd

Kenoi tries to fast-track park deal before Lingle term ends

Kauai Council: Furfaro for transparency?

Will Republicans cut out Inouye’s Earmarks?

Sorority stands up for fallen sister

 

Universities in Hawaii, Chicago in early stages of eyeing proposals for an Obama library

Maryland Con-Con vote similar to Hawaii

Hamas Terror Group rated “A-“ by Better Business Bureau

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Saturday, November 13, 2010
November 13, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1096 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Hanabusa pledges to raise taxes on small businesses

Maui Council considers $6M property tax hike

Hawaii Senate committee lines up for civil unions

Schatz announces appointments to staff posts

BLNR grants wind farm lease to company facing bankruptcy, licensed to kill Nene, Shearwater, Pueo

Achievement: Black students leave Hawaii DoE in the dust

Hawaii robotics teams win Tokyo tournament

Technology spreads bullying in Hawaii schools

The secret life of a tracker: How one man made himself the public shadow of Charles Djou for three months during his special election campaign

Mom of slain Eastern Illinois coed is 'outraged' that killer will be in 'paradise' in Hawaii

Drink linked to UH attacks

Kaiser Permanente Hawaii Receives National Recognition for Integrated Care Model

State Must Pay For Reef Restoration: Construction Causes Damage To Live Coral Reef

Kauai Auditor to probe enforcement of county permits

Marsland family trust gives $1M to Shriners

First democratic elections risk unsettling balance in Tonga

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Friday, November 12, 2010
November 12, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 867 Views :: Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

CBS News: Hawaii AG Bennett’s suit could be deathknell to drug price manipulation

The Obamacare Burden To Your State Budget

Lingle and Lee honor state's U.S. veterans

 

McDermott vs Kahele for Leeward-Ewa Council Seat

Budget: Abercrombie discovers there is no tooth fairy

Point man for federal stimulus spending in Hawaii sees the benefits -- and limitations

DoE/BoE wants to close 5 schools-but opposes Audit

Hawaii-based Marines leave for 7-month deployment

Hope for Hawaii's homeless veterans

Star-Advertiser pushes for Homeless tent cities

WaPo looks at Lingle’s 2012 plans

Overseas ballots arrived too late to vote

State refuses to hide suicide's case records

Under Wraps: $2M in Contracts to Lychee Production headed by Mufi campaign aide 

A Council measure is drafted to address lax oversight of breaks for historic properties

Vote to reclassify Koa Ridge is not valid, the Sierra Club says

Affordable-housing plan needs county's OK

1,271 Hawaii Foreclosures in October

Hawaii remains tops in millionaires

Dope smoking progressives at Maui Time love Eric Ryan

Murderer’s wife identified as UH Prof Rachael Rivers Boulay

Abercrombie Announces Leader to Plan Inaugural Events

Ellsberg in Hawaii: Obama more secretive than Bush

Bad Joke: Democrat media finds Hanabusa “crushworthy”

Gay Lobby continues to use school bullying to impose agenda

$824,373 fine sought for damage to coral

Republican leader Dick Tuell dies at 75

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Thursday, November 11, 2010
November 11, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 859 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Hawaii Veterans Day Events

Gary Okino forced to resign from Democratic Party

 

Tourism Marketing: In London and ashamed to be from Hawaii

Hokulia Bypass: Hawaii Supreme Court upholds land acquisition for road

US Supreme Court refuses to hear Hawaii beach accretion case

Speaker? Calvin Say two votes shy

Governor Lingle says she will consider running against U.S. Sen. Dan Akaka

Failure of Akaka Bill dims Akaka’s 2012 chances

Shapiro backs DoE school closures

Josh Green: I’m keeping my seat

DCCA: Easing regulations and expanding online services helped Hawaii businesses

Green groups oppose MECO plan to bring in palm oil

Stalinists, Soros team up in attack on HawaiiNewsNow

Carlisle nominee Chin: “not intent of admin to grow number of City employees”

Maui: Council members discuss leadership posts

Decision pending on Alii Health

State sues 2 firms over alleged prescription drug price gouging

Bank lawsuit seeks to overturn nonjudicial foreclosure by condo association

Controversy persists over possible road sale 

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Wednesday, November 10, 2010
November 10, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 534 Views :: Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Maui Victims of Sovereignty Mortgage Scammers may lose home

Special Election: Former Rep. Bob McDermott to seek Todd Apo’s Honolulu Council seat

Maui TEA Party to gather Veterans Day

AP: Akaka Bill “as good as dead” 

Gay-Atheist lobby will control selection of Hanabusa’s replacement 

 

Moves afoot to appoint Mr Kim Coco Iwamoto to new BoE

 

Legislative Democrats maneuver in secret to shape new BoE:  How will they keep it under HST/HGEA control?

Abercrombie has work cut out for him stamping out economy’s bright spots

Hawaii RNC members continue to back Steele

Colliers: Honolulu has highest industrial rents in North America

Honolulu Mayor Expects $100M Budget Shortfall: Carlisle Plans To Drastically Reduce Construction Budget

After losing election, Tavares’ minions decide to lessen their oppression of small business signage

OHA stalling request to cough up employee salary list, claims not to be public agency

Kauai Community calls for drug treatment center

Prosecutor Tries To Block Killer's Hawaii Move: Kaneshiro Says State Missed Required Steps

International Transformation meeting in Honolulu

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Tuesday, November 09, 2010
November 9, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 897 Views :: Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics

East-West Center hammered for “sustained, biased and politically-motivated attack on World War II veterans”

Democrat Borreca, Willes Lee team up in effort to split faith-based voters off of GOP

 

Shapiro: The road doesn’t get easier for the Hawai‘i GOP

Special election set to fill Apo's city council seat

Honolulu Muslim Terror suspect was 'polite, friendly'

DOE wants to close two schools in Kalihi

Charter school heads fired: Kamaile Academy's board says the move was needed to qualify for federal funding

Carlisle Supports Tanoue As Head Of DPP

Tax Hike Pending in Honolulu City Council for Hawaii Historic Properties

Maile named administrative director of the courts

Local 5 and Kaiser Permanente reach contract agreement

Convicted Illinois Killer Coming To Hawaii to live with UH Perfesser

In Korea, Inouye, Illinois Republican thinking about Free Trade

EW Center Ripping the USA: Revising History Dismally

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Monday, November 08, 2010
November 8, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 829 Views :: Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Church-based voter drive brings 15,000 to polls, powers GOP House gains

Stacey Djou: On the bright side

Shapiro: Sen Donna Mercado Kim to terrorize tourism, witch-hunt Lingle appointees

Civil Union Supporters Hopeful After General Election

Abercrombie's 17-point victory startles some, despite his union help

Hawaii Progressives thrilled by GOP gadfly Eric Ryan

NYT: In Waikiki, Fears That Construction Will Spoil Beach

WSJ: Hawaii Local's Inside Play

Kobayashi to back Garcia for council chair

Kona faction retakes Hawaii Co Council: Yagong Chair, Hoffman V Chair

Hawaii's economy is improving, but the degree of the rebound is uneven (job growth is flat)

Kalapa: Just say no to more tax subsidies for business

BOE meeting to discuss closing Farrington complex schools

Hawaii Mafia enforcer back in court again

Kauai County plans meetings on drug treatment programs

Procedure change at Hawaii Community Correctional

Efforts to curb use of injection wells continue: Maui Wastewater Working Group doesn’t want work tossed aside

Akaka Bill backer Murkowski appears on target to win Alaskan Senate seat

Clinton visits American Samoa after two-week trip to Asia

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Sunday, November 07, 2010
November 7, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 638 Views :: Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Gay Civil Unions has four vote margin in Hawaii House

Business leaders will keep watch on Abercrombie’s pledge to hold down taxes: "If one public-sector job may be lost, we won't do it."

SA Editors back Kaauwai, Nonaka GOP candidate recruitment efforts

Sole GOP senator, Slom plans program to keep public informed about bills in Legislature

Borreca: Slom communications onslaught can start GOP rebuilding

Guard salutes Lingle, Lee: “Two of Hawaii’s most deserving figures”

Manga Tropica takes look into Hawaii’s future under Abercrombie, Dems

Maui: Molester’s underling and failed Dem HD11 candidate keeps agitating against new jail

SA: More HGEA hires can protect Hawaii from rampaging lunatic murderers

Tesoro profit up; Hawaii production down

Hawaii Governor Commends Pearl Harbor Shipyard for Support of Innovation Initiative, STEM

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Saturday, November 06, 2010
November 6, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 913 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

House Republicans elect Rep Gene Ward Minority Leader

Senate Democrats announce Committee Chairs

Election Results: Dems hold Samoa, GOP holds Guam

Reward for organizing Furlough Agit-Prop: Omidyar operative named Abercrombie’s deputy chief

 

Maui's Shan Tsutsui will become the first non-Oahu president in more than 30 years

Maui Chamber of Commerce “disappointed” by Tsutsui

Kokubun shut out of Senate presidency

Guard to honor Lee and Lingle in ceremony

SA: After this time, Hold line on A+ fee hikes

Kaua‘i gets night game, hosts Kalaheo Saturday

Economist looks to 2011 for sustained recovery in Hawaii

LUC denies Ooma development, saves developer from wasting millions on lawyers

Human Trafficking Charges Against Aloun Farms Owners Multiply

Star Advertiser rate hikes may drive Leg to move legal notices online

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Friday, November 05, 2010
November 5, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1350 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics

NRO: Finally, They Tossed Out That Classy, Polite, Dignified Incumbent!

Rail funding in jeopardy as key House sponsor ousted by Americans

Abercrombie lied: Clayton Hee to head DHHL?

Peter Principle: Transsexual, other elected BoE members expect Abercrombie to appoint them to BoE

Inouye: Akaka Bill “not a priority”

Djou: Won’t rule out future run

Lingle: “Wait and see”

Too fast for Democrats to kill project, Lingle, Brass re-dedicate Kulani Prison as School

Election-day Registration: Progressives new scheme to maximize Democrat voting & Fraud

State Senate Democrats select Maui's Tsutsui to replace Hanabusa as president

Kremlinology Hawaii Style: Democrats comment on new Senate Leadership

Abercrombie to flood Democratic Party with Obamabots, wipe out old boy factions

Oshiro to introduce Civil Unions bill again

Oahu’s rash of incumbents

House GOP caucus to elect new Chair

Abercrombie:  Finances not important to Rail EIS decision

Abercrombie Announces Transition Plan

Sen.  Josh Green applies for DoH Director

Abercrombie reaches out to education leaders in first act as Governor-Elect

Sam Slom: Grand Old Party of one

Cataluna: Pull up stakes, Colleen, and move to your district

SA to Carlisle: Emulate Tavares on vacation rentals

Enviros team up with future jailbird GTMO Greenwell to stick it to aquarium business

Surfrider Foundation Strongly Opposes Reclassification of ‘O’Oma Land

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Thursday, November 04, 2010
November 4, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 853 Views :: Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Full District by District Gubernatorial Results: Aiona wins HD40, near tie in two other districts

Inouye: “Odds of passing the Akaka Bill are bad”

Hawaii Right to Life PAC: “All pro-life candidates are winners”

Democrats: Hawaii is different, suckers

Slom: Election shows Democrat/union machine is alive and well

Aiona, Djou thank their supporters

Nominations sought for State Water Commission

Hawaii now has most one-sided state legislature in the country

Nonaka: GOP already regrouping

Exit Poll: Drawdown of Lingle popularity by HSTA/DoE/BoE/SOS furlough scam was key to Abercrombie victory

 

New School Board Could Be Appointed By March

September visitor arrivals climb 8.9%

Transition Hawaii

Recount Requests Possible in Two Races

Djou wins in East Oahu, Ewa, Mililani

Precinct numbers show candidates' strong area

Many incumbents lose in neighbor isle races

Turnout figures show Democrats elected by swarms of wealthy, connected insiders

The Future: Kids Vote favors Aiona, Djou

Hawaii Co: Yagong could be in line to chair council

Slew of changes ahead for Honolulu City Council

Maui: Arakawa begins forming cabinet

Christmas in Hawaii: Obama invites the Americans he impoverished to live vicariously through him

Lawmakers pretend to address foster care issues

DoE can’t educate children, but they can ban peanut butter

A+ poised to increase its monthly fee by $25

County closes most sex discrimination cases: Some settled, some dismissed

Judge torn on fate of nuke victims' care (Thanks, Neil)

HW: A new look at “haole” covers familiar ground

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Wednesday, November 03, 2010
November 3, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 839 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics

Democrats: Hawaii is different, suckers

Everything you need to know about Abercrombie and Hanabusa

Full State by State results: Republicans win control of House

Final Read: Hawaii General Election Results -- Abercrombie, Hanabusa win

UH Manoa Anti-Americans place E-W Center funding at risk

Voters want, and due, action (What they want)

A clear path on gay unions (What they get)

Voters favor appointed BOE

Voter turnout remains low

Big election, big puzzle: What’s wrong with the polls?

Second guessing the Republican campaign

Hanabusa: Negative campaigning worked

Hon Council 4 Races Decided In Election; Apo's Resignation Coming

Killed by Steve Case? Hukilau Foods files for bankruptcy

Lawyers for officers claim charges overblown

UH Security Breach of Personal Information Could Have Been Prevented, Expert Say

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Tuesday, November 02, 2010
November 2, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1216 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics

VOTE TODAY til 6PM Find your polling place

Photos: Aiona, Finnegan tour Roberts Hawaii, other businesses

The Morning after the Election

Hawaii Family Forum makes final push to Get Out the Vote

Hawaii Right to Life PAC Urges Vote for Aiona

New Aiona-Finnegan radio ad trumpets Hilo, Maui endorsements

Gallup predicts Largest Republican margin in Several Generations

VIDEO: Aiona on HNN Sunrise

Abercrombie admits responsibility for costing Hawaii millions under Compact of Free Association

Former AG Lilly: Hanabusa Responsible for Superferry Demise--Not Aiona

SA: Aiona, Djou victories would mark “historic shift”

Republicans excited about Election Day

145,000 Votes Already Cast

Boylan points to possible GOP Legislative gains

Obama jumps into Hawaii race

GOP, Dems make final push in Hilo Monday

Justice: GTMO Greenwell goes from Council to jail

Abercrombie campaigners complain about sit-in arrest

Justice Dept. Deploying Hundreds to Monitor Polls

Gubernatorial candidates address stadium concerns

After election, talking stink goes from roars to whispers

City housing office would lack expertise to fulfill goal

Streamlining permits gets mayor’s boost

S.I. Man Charged in Terror Investigation Due in Court (Hawaii terror arrest)

Hillary Clinton speaks out on Hawaii Slavery case

Geothermal's Second Chance: Lessons from a turbulent past could help expand this renewable energy’s future

Ranking Hawaii’s Big Charities

Common sense trumps bag bans

Hawaii bankruptcy filings go below 300

Survey measures gay marriage in US

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Monday, November 01, 2010
November 1, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1173 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics

VOTE Tuesday Nov 2 Find your polling place

Aiona-Finnegan Closing TV Ad: Jobs, Education, Economy

Hawaii Tribune-Herald Endorses Duke Aiona and Lynn Finnegan

Gallup predicts Largest Republican margin in Several Generations

Aiona campaign rally at Kuhio Terrace 

'Vote for righteousness,' flock told: Candidates compete on a chart in church 

 

Carlisle Looking To Fill Key Administration Posts

 

GOP looks to Hawaii to make waves

Another progressive says Hawaii vote is referendum on Obama

Kalapa: Holding Your Breath Won't Help, Get Out And Vote

Volcanic Ash wins hypocrisy contest

The Hypocrisy of Putting Down ‘Mainland Money’ Flowing into Hawaii

Maui County's strict rules keep rentals in check

HECO, IBEW talk past deadline

Foreclosure crisis mounts in Kona

Group to buy cultural site from builder

Former NRA President to speak in Kaneohe

Big Isle mayor takes heat for TV program expenses

Seed industry answers latest Sierra Club lies

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Sunday, October 31, 2010
October 31, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 903 Views :: Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics

VOTE Tuesday Nov 2 Find your polling place

This Democrat didn’t forget who the real Neil Abercrombie is

Abercrombie: Little to point to in the way of achievement

Hanabusa Insurance: Medicare cuts, higher prices, and denial of care

Photos: Duke and Lynn express comes to Big Island

Lingle saves Hawaii refineries from EPA

Progressives becoming “exhausted” as they are exposed by campaign ads

West Hawaii Today calls for One Party System

Aiona rejects call for One Party System

Abercrombie accused of resorting to dirty tricks

SA: Hawaii vote is referendum on Obama

Democrat Boylan: Hawaii vote is referendum on Obama

Last Minute GOP spending

Accused murderer is Homelessness Industry activist

Terror threat: Hawaii Jewish leaders inspecting incoming mail carefully

Plunking promoted

Ballot Counting System Checked ahead of Tuesday's Election

Obama care starts with free birth control

Dopers shocked, just shocked to discover themselves arrested after trying to take dope thru airport security

Man held on $1 million bail for multiple drug and fraud charges - 34 priors

Hawaii's Most Wanted: Richard Miyasato – 16 priors

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Saturday, October 30, 2010
October 30, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1031 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics

Early Voting open Oct 19-30: Find your polling place

New Poll: GOP leads generic ballot in Hawaii, Djou up by 6%

Fact check: Superferry, Aloha, Rail, Furloughs

Attack ads "coordinated' with alleged Pay-to-Play engineering firm

Barking Sands: Japanese Missile Intercept Sends Message to North Korea

$23M Emergency funds giveaway called “blind promise”

Abercrombie’s 100% anti-life voting record

VIDEO: Aiona focuses on drug prevention for a healthier Hawaii

Humpbacks recover, but Hawaii still losing sovereignty over State waters

Hawaii HEART: Moving 4,000 people from homelessness to permanent housing

Hawaii windfarm developer “could go under”

Terror Suspect Lived In Upper Manoa: Neighbors Were Suspicious Of Young Man In Million-Dollar Home

Aiona, Finnegan make final pitch to E. Hawaii

Political radar: Rundown on competitive Senate and House races

The Election Is a Third Over

“Progressive” Ian Lind votes against Appointed BoE

Former School Administrative Services Assistant Charged with Felony Theft and Forgery

Evans, Henderson vie for District 7 seat

City Council Candidate Rich Turbin Receives Djou, Hirono Endorsements

Proposed expansion of whale sanctuary draws controversy

Judge upholds part of laws on political action committees and ads

Karr re-elected as UH Board of Regents chairman

Obama returning to Honolulu for third straight Christmas

Southwest Airlines CEO mentions possible Hawaii route

New feed-in tariff has critics even before it begins

Hawaiian Electric Co. will begin high-tech grid upgrades with higher rates

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Friday, October 29, 2010
October 29, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1393 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics

Early Voting open Oct 19-30: Find your polling place

Hawaii GOP: Election shaping up “just like 2002”

KoOlina and Hanabusa: Another land deal, another ex-cop, steroids, broken teeth, and Saigon Passion

Facing default, Hawaii windfarm operator cancels IPO

Barking Sands: Japanese Missile Intercept Sends Message to North Korea

Aiona: Abercrombie inconsistent, dishonest, and unwilling to make the tough decisions on Education Reform

Rep. Djou pleased by Clinton support for free trade with South Korea

Lingle authorizes another $5.2M to make up for DoE failure

Djou leads fund race

Can’t say no: Hanabusa’s Tax-raising record

Hawaiian Telcom Emerges from Chapter 11 Reorganization

Photos: Aiona-Finnegan bus tour hits Maui, Kauai

Abercrombie Will Harm Hawaii’s Relationship with Foreign Countries

Hawaii election a dead heat

 

Democrats divided on Civil Unions

Significant voter movement as independents decide to vote for Republicans

Pay to Play Mitsuniga funding Democrat attack ads

Dems spend big to win Hawaii seat

Lingle: Anti-Aiona ad is a smear

Schatz promises to protect DoE corruption from Audit

Cavasso undeterred by odds in campaign against Inouye

If Neil Abercrombie is Hawaii’s Next Governor …

Learning Coalition founder bankrolls appointed BoE ads

Djou says he backs advisory vote on Akaka bill 

WaPo: New slavery charges levied against Hawaii farm owners

Honolulu Weekly to get new editor

HECO and users await PUC ruling on higher rate

State is fined $100,000 for Big Isle cesspools

Judge orders release of defendant charged with killing and dismembering a Mililani man

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Thursday, October 28, 2010
October 28, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 871 Views :: Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Aiona-Finnegan launch Statewide bus tour

Early Voting open Oct 19-30: Find your polling place

RCP: Hawaii Governor’s race a “toss up”

Rep Roland Sagum (D-Kauai) endorses Duke Aiona for Governor

Hawaii, DC Terror Arrests Seen as Part of a Wider Plot

Lingle: $35M spent on Robotics helped win $75M Race to the Top

Hanabusa could have saved Superferry, did nothing

Filipino community leaders join Lynn Finnegan to cast early ballots

Abercrombie voted against tougher penalties for criminals who kill unborn baby

Aiona announces Hot Water, Cool Rates solar power incentives

KHON: Hawaii Man Facing Terror Charges Worshipped in Manoa

Rep Ron Sagum endorses Aiona-Finnegan, media demands expulsion from Party

Inouye again hints he may be seeking final term

Osborne named to oversee election complaints

Justice Dept. pushes states on new law to protect military voters

Poll shows voters favor appointed school board

HSTA outspent 6-1 on Appointed BoE

HSTA, HGEA still sabotaging Race to the Top, may yet destroy it

Aiona, Abercrombie much closer in cash on hand

Hawaii Unions Donate Just $275K to Campaigns

Republicans look to Hawaii to make waves in House

Maui News ENDORSEMENT: Fontaine for state House

Maui News ENDORSEMENT: Aiona for governor

Maui News ENDORSEMENT: Arakawa for mayor

Roads, rail top Council candidate issues

Transsexual Agenda: Hawaii leaders work on ways to curb bullying

Progressive Democrat column about losing Primary

Kauai County mum on former worker accused of harassment

Army violated Makua agreement, judge says

Hillary Clinton arrives in Hawaii Wednesday afternoon, plans to ignore Abercrombie, Hirono

Hawaii to get 7 percent more air capacity

Bed bugs a challenge for paramedics

Honolulu makes the top 100 for third-quarter foreclosures

Gov. Lingle unveils new affordable housing for the elderly on Maui

Hawaii Pacific Health, HMSA announce agreement on new contract

Public Campaign Funding Pledge Fizzle

After Kaloko: DLNR proposes its rule changes for dams

 

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Wednesday, October 27, 2010
October 27, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1162 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics

Aiona-Finnegan launch Statewide bus tour    

Early Voting open Oct 19-30: Find your polling place

FULL TEXT FBI Warrant: Honolulu Muslim busted allegedly trying to join Taliban

Aiona campaign calls on supporters to vote “yes” for appointed BoE

Christian leaders push back against smears from Abercrombie campaign

VIDEO: Cam Cavasso advert “Mountains of Debt”

Hawaii Right to Life releases candidate endorsements

Harris Poll: Obama approval rating drops to 37%

Smart Business Hawaii “Yes on appointed BoE”– plus positions on City Charter Amendments

ABC News: For Dems, 50th State Becomes Hawaii Uh-Oh

SA: Terror suspect prayed at Honolulu Mosque

 

Democrats complain that Lingle supported Charter Schools instead of feeding HSTA

AP: Republican grassroots vs “two white men”  

Teachers Union Gears Up Opposition To Amendment

Abercrombie, Schatz busted on missing federal Funds

Gay marriage activists: Strategy tied to Abercrombie

Aiona has endorsement of Hawaii Island Contractors’ Association

Saved by Lingle-Aiona administration, Kukui Gardens celebrates 40 years

Mayor Carlisle to sign homeless sidewalk ban

Condominium foreclosures could face increased scrutiny

Unions burn $200,000 of your dues money on Abercrombie

UH Manoa fails to turn out brainwashed drones

Star-Advertiser pushes publicly funded elections

Star-Advertiser endorses Seven More Democrats

District 13 candidates’ appeals are personal

Government needs to pay up to fix hot-water system now

New deal between the insurer and hospital system takes quality of care into consideration

Flash: Gov’t construction project on time, under budget

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Tuesday, October 26, 2010
October 26, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1027 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics

FULL TEXT FBI Warrant: Honolulu Muslim busted allegedly trying to join Taliban

Early Voting open Oct 19-30: Find your polling place

Closing Argument: Djou vs Hanabusa (video)

Fund Race: Aiona-Finnegan pull in $484,158 in 30 days

Aiona unveils College Tuition Assurance Program

Future of Hawaii: Djou winning 2/3 of independents, young voters

Hawaii Family Forum: iVote to improve the future of Hawaii

Gov. Lingle releases $140M to build UH Cancer Center

Japanese Chamber of Commerce endorses Aiona-Finnegan

The Segregated Sisterhood of Neil Abercrombie and Nancie Caraway

Progressives busted on lies about Aiona’s Religion

 

Rep Coffman and Democrat Buckstead could face prosecution

Voters favor an appointed school board: The proposal has broad support, but undecided residents' blank votes could prevent its passage

GOP ad attacks Hanabusa's corruption

Abercrombie Raises Twice As Much As Aiona

SA: Candidates to keep us moving

2012: Lingle vs Case or Hannemann

HD11:  Molester’s ally Bertram whines about “old news”

HD 12: Exposed by Rinaldi, Yamashita denies he’s party ‘puppet’

SD2: Incumbent Kokubun faces Hale for state Senate seat

Maui: Looser home business law sought

Kauai: County still eyeing 2% fuel tax to expand bus service

Honolulu Police Officers Charged In Overtime Abuse Case

Hawaii Medical Board Takes Action Against Three Doctors

Opportunity lost: HPR survives NPR fallout

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Monday, October 25, 2010
October, 2010 Letters to the Editor
By Letters to the Editor :: 958 Views :: Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

DemsForDuke to rally in Kona Friday

Let Honolulu Petition

Kona Democrats Rally for Aiona-Finnegan

Corruption in American Samoa: A Thank You from Pago Pago

Slavery defender says Hawai`i Free Press lacks “integrity”

Scoutmaster doesn't qualify as "active civic leader"

Former Planning Commission member questions Laie development plans

Maui, 32 years later

Are YOU exporting jobs?

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Monday, October 25, 2010
October 25, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 700 Views :: Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics

The Segregated Sisterhood of Neil Abercrombie and Nancie Caraway

Hanabusa & Jeff Stone: Coincidence or Corruption? You decide.

Aiona: Campaigns are won by those who work hardest over the last seven days

Hawaii Island Contractors' Association Endorses Aiona-Finnegan

Democrat Media Poll shows Abercrombie, Aiona approval at 61% to 60%

Aiona to hold campaign event at Radford HS tonight

Democrat Media Poll: Djou ahead 48% –45%, Hirono 77% to 16% Willoughby

Most surveyed voters dislike Lingle's performance

Hanabusa tries to convince voters she is not a pit bull

Hanabusa criticizes GOP ad suggesting corruption

Online ballots available to Hawaii overseas voters

CB: Ed Silvoso Responds to 'Aiona, God and State' Article

As bedbugs creep out NYC, tourists crawl away (Waikiki next)

SA: Re-elect legislators in city core

The lost generation in Hawai‘i politics

Maui mayoral race tight

Fontaine endorsed over incumbent Bertram

Kalapa: Hypocritical fight of 'special interest' groups

Campaign Profiles:

Lawyer works to strike down limits on independent election spending

Obama's isle judicial pick stalled

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Sunday, October 24, 2010
October 24, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1202 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics

Early Voting open Oct 19-30: Find your polling place

Aiona: "My opponent will cut programs or raise taxes”

Democrat media poll shows Aiona pulling 63% of Mufi Voters and 15% of Abercrombie voters

Hannemann: I’m on the taxi squad

Borreca: Leading Democrats here would be ideal job for Hannemann--except for the gays and the greens 

Abercrombie on DoE finances: Don’t ask, don’t tell 

Next governor will carry background into office 

Willoughby vs Hirono: Can’t think of anything they agree on  

 

NYT celebrates victory of eco-religion over football

 

NYT celebrates as Iwamoto and other surgically altered men run for offices nationwide

Vote for me, Schmucker says, I’m not a Democrat

Council candidates agree on fixing infrastructure

HMSA wants 14.8% boost in large employer group rates

Son's altercation leads state to evict disabled parents

'Hawaii is the guinea pig' (suckers)

Ag officials: Kona coffee facing quarantine

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Saturday, October 23, 2010
October 23, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1181 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics

Early Voting open TODAY: Find your polling place

KITV Debate: Abercrombie can't name a single issue on which he differs with HSTA

New Poll: Djou winning 44%-35%

Aiona encouraged by 1,400 new construction jobs, will expedite projects worth $946M

REUTERS: Hawaii wind farm operator faces default risk

Coordinated campaign: Aiona campaign calls Democrats on “distraction”

Abercrombie, Hirono tried to impose gay marriage nationwide

Momentum: Djou outraises Hanabusa by $167,000 in six weeks

Aiona continues to hammer Abercrombie over DoE Audit

Case: Only 1/3 of my voters will back Hanabusa, will not direct his supporters to vote for her

Hanabusa, Djou spar over spending, senior programs

Cataluna afraid of who Abercrombie would appoint to BoE

Djou wants to hold the line on federal taxes and regulations

Former Prosecutor Carlisle Underscores Transparent, Corruption-Free Administration

Hawaii Dems file complaint against Aiona, GOP group

W. Maui candidates showcased at forum

Kauai Candidates ‘walk the walk,’ narrowing carbon footprints to honor goddess Gaia

Trojan Horse for gay agenda?  State Rep. Mizuno introducing anti-bullying bill

BOE votes to proceed with Kihei high school

County racks up $2M in OT: Despite furloughs, employees still getting time and a half

Quarter of state's food stamp recipients live on Big Island

Improvement in the job market drops the September rate to 6.3 percent

Kauai Plastic-bag-ban bill has some ‘murky’ provisions

Solar Failure: Mayor Wright housing residents want to be in hot water

Teams Work For Kahoolawe's Rebirth

Maehara, Clinton to reaffirm importance of alliance at Hawaii talks

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Friday, October 22, 2010
October 22, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1035 Views :: Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics

Early Voting open TODAY: Find your polling place

Ethics Violation? UH Manoa helps Democrats build get out the vote rally

Obama’s first take pulled because Obama mispronounced Hanabusa’s name

CNN: Djou is well-positioned to keep his seat

Momentum: Djou outraises Hanabusa by $167,000 in six weeks

Abercrombie, Hirono tried to impose gay marriage nationwide

Video: Aiona highlights Hawaii Clean Energy Initiative

Cost of Hanabusa’s tax hike: $1,784 per family per year

Dan on the Record

James ‘Duke’ Aiona: ‘Fiscal discipline is with me’

 

 

 

KITV: Hawaii Unions Use Mainland Money to smear Djou

 

Case family Advertiser backs Hanabusa, touts willingness to raise taxes

Lingle: Abercrombie spreading falsehoods in whisper campaign

Hillary Clinton coming to Hawaii, plans to Ignore Hanabusa, Abercrombie

Bill Clinton endorses Hanabusa, cites “Coast of student loans”

Obama Albatross tapes commercial for Abercrombie, Hanabusa

We likely haven't seen the last of Linda Lingle

Democrats have lock on local ad agencies

Democrat media figures try to knock another GOP ad off the air

Chief’s wife, Drunk Driver headline new additions to Honolulu Prosecutor’s office

Attorney, aide seek seat on Council

Gay GOPers make Hawaii media buy

(Obama losing it in Chicago) Political Heavyweights, teachers union May Be Forming Anti-Rahm Alliance

Look out HSTA, Obama’s sister endorses “Waiting for Superman”

Freeman Guards files bankruptcy, 200 laid off

More working families getting government food aid at $59K a year

“Suitcases of cash from Honolulu” Hawaii meth supplier on trial in Sacramento

Refi mania as Hawaii mortgage rates lowest in six decades

Bubble about to burst, so First Wind announces IPO just in time

Enviros threaten lives of Kauai children to save birds

Hawaii Rejects Proposed Ban on Solar Energy

Council candidates weigh in on Apollo Kaua‘i island energy issues

Hawaii County settles Higa harassment claim

 

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Thursday, October 21, 2010
October 21, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1117 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics

Early Voting open TODAY: Find your polling place

Aiona: “My opponent has not said whether he will cut programs, raise taxes, or fail to deliver”

Ed Case: Appointed BoE “our most important vote”

FreedomWorks endorses Cam Cavasso for Senate

Hawaii Family Forum compares candidates for General Election

Hawaii Republican endorsements for County races, initiatives

NRO: GOP congressman Charles Djou hangs on in Hawaii

CD2 candidate Willoughby signs Death Tax repeal pledge

Debate: Hanabusa promises massive tax increase

Kauai Debate: Cut programs, raise taxes, or fail?

Memo to Obama: Calling voters stupid is not a winning strategy

 

Inflammatory religious video is disseminated by the Abercrombie camp

WHT retracts lie about HD6 GOP Candidate Becky Leau

While most Democrats duck and cover, Abercrombie, Hanabusa embrace the Obama disaster

Is Obama taking control of Hawaii Democratic machine from Inouye?

Schatz may make a run for governor in 2018

Gov., lt. gov. candidates debate on Kaua‘i

Puna race is like no other

Calvin Say’s CRG group sending out mailers in legislative races

Only charters gain students

Unions: Education's Kryptonite?

Drunk Driver Rep Riki Karimatsu hired by new Honolulu Prosecutor

Fired Deputy City Prosecutor hired by State Attorney general

Teens pressure candidates for No. 2

Web of Lies in Neighborhood Dispute

College Hill has a vacancy: UH president Greenwood won't live in the home

Mixed grade given for Hawaii's treatment of women in prison

Kahoolawe two decades after the last bombs

55% off Groupon floods Honolulu restaurant with 800 new customers

State's retail vacancy rate rose to 5.2% in third quarter

Hawaii's auto industry is facing an uphill battle

HELLCO hikes rates on Maui, Hawaii

Feds seek input on burial plan process

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Wednesday, October 20, 2010
October 20, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 942 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics

Early Voting open TODAY: Find your polling place

Shapiro looks at Dan Inouye’s losing streak

 

Djou catches Hanabusa flatfooted on bipartisanship

Star Advertiser finally acknowledges that Abercrombie’s position on Appointed BoE was “inconsistent”

Star-Advertiser endorses transsexual BoE member for reelection

VIDEO: Hawaii governing philosophies clash at Kona forum

DANGER: Hooser looking for ‘opportunities to serve’ (Abercrombie’s DLNR) Chair)

Bob McDermott Declares for City Council

Conference will go on despite Abercrombie’s Hilton labor dispute

Mayor's inauguration set for Friday

Inouye: Hanabusa would win appropriations spot (no he didn’t, but the headline writer put the lie front and center anyway)

“We've had this same super majority in office for over 40 years. It's brought us the highest tax burden in the United States”

Kauai: $1 fine for attempted theft of single family home

Dole Middle School first in state to earn school distinction award

'Hawaii Five-0' traffic jam fobbed off on permit typo

$56M bond bill advances: More than half of money slated to go to West Hawaii

Vog gets thick, people get sick

ProPublica report lists Hawaii doctors getting drug company fees, resisting foreclosures, etc.

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Tuesday, October 19, 2010
October 19, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1283 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics

Early Voting open TODAY: Find your polling place

Abercrombie becoming desperate, agitated

Kona Debate: Abercrombie flip-flops again on appointed school board

Obama has difficulty citing any Abercrombie accomplishments

Losing streak: Mufi, Kirk, Colleen, Dan?

Aiona, Abercrombie square off at Kealakehe High School

 

Alleged $40M Graverobber Waihee—exotic lifestyles, luxury automobiles and more

Hanabusa took pay raise while cutting DoE positions

Hawaii Democrats hope this isn't the year of 'change'

Cavasso says support is growing quickly

Illegal? BoE using DoE resources to campaign against its abolition

Djou out raises Hanabusa in September

Star-Advertiser joins Hanabusa’s whining about accurate photo

Abercrombie, Aiona to debate on Kauai TONIGHT

Hirono $368K, Willoughby $1,900

Political newcomers seek East Oahu HD 18 seat

Honolulu Mayor Peter Carlisle returns from D.C. after lobbying for rail funding

Maui News: Couch the pick for South Maui

Kauai Candidates debate ‘green’ priorities

Man's legal battle forces DHHL to lease ag lots

High On The Agenda:  Amend Spending Limit

Hawaii #1 “wanna move to” state for baby boomers

Democrats make pre-election pitch to bribe seniors

Abercrombie’s gay Local 5 threatens giant $40M Waikiki Convention

Bank of America to restart foreclosures in Hawaii

Teen gets life with parole for killing woman

Teacher raped, robbed at Wahiawa Elementary School

Teenager arrested for alleged assault of teacher

Movie: Gay lobby seeks to make school bullying a gay issue

Police net another ‘large-scale’ drug haul

 

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Monday, October 18, 2010
October 18, 2010 News read
By Andrew Walden :: 722 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics

Early Voting open Oct 19-30: Find your polling place

Shock Poll: Inouye 53%, Cavasso 40%--Cavasso leads among Independents

VIDEO: Aiona pushes education reform after Abercrombie admits to opposing Audit, Appointed BoE

49 Hawaii Candidates Sign Taxpayer Protection Pledge

Hawaii Christian Coalition questions Abercrombie’s beliefs...on education and taxes

Abercrombie voted to reject 9-11 Commission Report

Roadmap to victory? Cavasso Surges, Inouye Lead shrinks by 23% in two weeks

VIDEO: Cam Cavasso’s Plan for Jobs and a 21st Century Economy

VIDEO: Hanabusa’s Spending Tsunami

DLNR seeks nominees for State Water Commission

Meet the Mad Hatter behind bogus Hawaii polls

Close Hawaii Governor’s Race biggest surprise of week 

 

Hawaii candidates for governor meet on Big Island

 

Abercrombie supporters won’t even let Mufi have a Council seat

Clean energy major issue in Hawaii gubernatorial race

Democrat candidate was part of Magaoay’s Pay for Play office

Journalists debunk National Democrats attack ads

Akaka “Optimistic” on Akaka Bill vote before Republican Wave saves Hawaii from Akaka Tribe

DoE Schools looking for kitty litter, buckets as toilet alternative 

Council Candidate Turbin hit over Vacation Rentals

Endangered native crow's population grows by 11

Utility airs plan to protect birds

Hawaii drivers will have several options when the new environmentally friendly cars arrive

Dump the Incumbent, Mr Kim Coco Iwamoto

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Sunday, October 17, 2010
October 17, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 776 Views :: Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Slumping in the polls, Abercrombie now says Nazis are after him

Aiona hammers Abercrombie’s opposition to appointed BoE, Star-Advertiser lies about it

VIDEO: Djou-Hanabusa debate

VIDEO: Hanabusa’s Spending Tsunami

Your DoE at work: Federal investigators stepped in after the repeated taunting of DISABLED Waianae High student

AP: Abercrombie opposes constitutional amendment to appoint BoE

Election to decide whether Hawaii will have two-party system

Star-Advertiser posts election guide

Vili Endorses Duke Aiona, Lynn Finnegan

Djou vs. Hanabusa – Round 2

Inouye endorses Monty Richards as Honokaa mafia comes together for Abercrombie

Democrat Borreca wonders why Abercrombie isn’t attacking Lingle more

KITV: Carlisle Says Rail Construction Could Start In March

School repair list totaled up for 2010

Hawaii County Charter Amendments

Kauai Chamber of Commerce hosts council candidate forum

Enviros become “alarmed” as fishermen participate in Whale sanctuary meetings

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Saturday, October 16, 2010
October 16, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1062 Views :: Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics

National, International media: All eyes on Hawaii as voting begins

Democrat Pat Caddell hammers “hypocrisy” of Obama’s “naive idiots” for focus on campaign spending

A Legal Victory on the Road to Repeal

AUDIO: CD2 candidate Willoughby on Dennis Prager show

Hanabusa: “No way we’re going to be able to convince Case voters”  

Hanabusa-connected dirt track receives eviction notice

Heroic teacher faces down HSTA criminals over secret ballot, appointed BoE

 

Abercrombie’s Gay Local 5 puts convention at risk

Debate: Djou 10 – Hanabusa 0

Djou vs Hanabusa Debate video

Aiona says focus is on small business

Abercrombie flips out, says Nazis are after him

Abercrombie to party with mafia in Honokaa

Gov. candidates joust over furloughs, school board (Unlike Advertiser, AP gets it right)

Fair Share?  Only for the connected:  Schatz promises to block some grant applications

Governor candidates to debate in Kona (Oct. 18)

PBN Interviews Djou

KITV: Karl Rove's Group's New Ad Slams Hanabusa

Willoughby shows no lack of confidence

Aloun Farms Human Trafficking Case: Judge Rules That Money Set Aside for Victims’ Restitution Goes Back to Defendants

Farmer still feeling impact of vandalism

State Tax Credits Expected to Boost State Coffers

SA: Fees burden UH-Manoa students

Hawaii Co Councilman GTMO Greenwell trial rescheduled: Attorney may request change of venue

Kawahara: Kauai County harassment includes council

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Friday, October 15, 2010
October 15, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1261 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics

Poll: Majority of Voters Back Appointed Board of Education

Abercrombie comes out against appointed BoE

Abercrombie’s missing $190 million

Rasmussen: Aiona, Abercrombie statistically tied

Abercrombie Pays Off Campaign Supporters with Taxpayers Dollars

WSJ: Aloha Republicans?

Hawaii slipping from machine’s grasp? National media highlights Djou, Aiona

Djou: The future is not going to come from a bureaucrat

KITV interviews Djou: “I am the most bipartisan and independent member of Hawaii’s Congressional delegation”

Kauai’s Baptiste family endorses Aiona-Finnegan

NTU: Two measures on Hawaii ballot will increase tax burden

Smart Business Hawaii PAC releases endorsement list

Honolulu ranks 30th of top 200 US cities in job growth

Star-Advertiser lies about Abercrombie’s opposition to appointed BoE

Aiona rips Abercrombie on need for DoE Audit

Djou, Hanabusa to Hold Third Debate

Djou: Hanabusa’s supporters have nothing good to say about her

Aiona Camp Calls The Mainland Govs Ad 'Desperate'

HGEA money pours in to aid Hanabusa

West Hawaii’s Democrat rag attacks GOP candidate over funeral expenses

Abortionists campaign against Maul Senate candidate

Maui mayoral debate: Frustration with economy in the spotlight 

School board candidates vie to block state's reforms

Absentee ballot trend complicates campaigning

Foreclosure rate 'unreal' in Hawaii

Distressed properties account for 24% of all Kaua‘i RE sales

Aloun Farms owners get $192,000 returned

$1.7M penalty placed on the city for putting concrete in a waterway is "appropriate," the Department of Health says

“Calleen Hanabusa” Obama mispronounces

Waikiki Democrat Rep Brower keeps pushing for tent city disaster

Soon to be unemployed: BoE Chair Toguchi whines about “handful of critics”

Electrical Workers Taking Strike Vote: Both HECO, Union Say Strike Is Unlikely

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Thursday, October 14, 2010
October 14, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 779 Views :: Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics

Roll Call: With Djou on Appropriations, Hawaii could have outsized influence

New RGA Advert: Neil Abercrombie says that people in Hawaii “are not interested in how politicians will balance the budget"

Punchy National Democrats: Aiona doesn't love Obama enough

Blowback: Obama attacks boost funds for pro-Djou commercials

Chamber of Commerce rebuts Obama deceit on Foreign Money and Political Spending

Accretions: Cato Institute jumps into Hawaii beach ‘takings’ case

Court declines to expand meaning of "preserve in place" in Naue burial case final disposition

Obama robo calls annoy Honolulu voters at dinner time

 

Hawaii congressional debate focuses on federal spending and waste

Djou being sought for a money panel

GOP: Dems' ads take quotes out of context

Hawaii Gov., US House Candidates to Debate Live

PBN: What do you want to ask Hirono, Djou?

Gary Hooser flips out, babbles about ‘revolution’, bucks for top DLNR post

Carlisle's early agenda getting all wet

New outreach center will help Army families cope with their soldiers' deaths

Sidewalk tent ban approved

Maui 'Plastic Bag Reduction Ordinance' to take effect January 

Rate of empty warehouse space in state hits 4.7%

UH Manoa perfessers use your tax dollars to party with Maoists

Hawaii earns an education ‘World’s First’

Hilton Hawaiian Village Workers Strike: 1,500 Workers Plan To Picket Until Monday Morning

Hawaii ninth worst in U.S. foreclosures

Hawaii sets precedent as state regulators permit selling excess solar power

Kauai Councilwoman files harassment report

Maui Mayor issues guides for ban on bags

Story to address cutting pork from sacred cows

Campaign Spending Commission Chooses New Director

Naeole-Beason to face ethics investigation: Campaign work with county staff, office alleged

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Wednesday, October 13, 2010
October 13, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 695 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics

Merriman Robo Poll: Abercrombie, Aiona statistically tied

Hill Poll: Djou ahead 45-41

OHA debate Fact Check: Truth vs Abercrombie

Maui Hotel & Lodging Association Endorses Duke Aiona and Lynn Finnegan

Navy, Hunt Corp break promises to Save Ewa Dec 7 battlefield

Aiona Finnegan campaign unveils Policy Agenda for Native Hawaiian Issues

“Gall, spin, and breathtakingly misleading information”: Hanabusa on GM bailout debts

Leader Boehner Pledges Support to Secure Appropriations Seat for Charles Djou

Marc Hodges Endorses Alan Arakawa for Maui Mayor

How the Obama Tax Hikes Affect You

After 20 years in Congress, Abercrombie suddenly claims Hawaii not getting all the federal pork

Hanabusa has no response to facts presented in latest Djou ad

Candidates Reinforce Campaign Themes Face-To-Face

Shapiro: Few votes in primary show appointed BOE is necessary

GOP leader promises Djou key money post

WaPo: Hawaii 1st District Election 2010: Rep. Charles Djou takes on Colleen Hanabusa for reelection 

POLITICO: Could Djou defy odds?

CB busts Hanabusa: GM Has Paid Off Its Bailout Debt FALSE

Abercrombie, Schatz, Hanabusa Agree on socialist health ‘care’

Dooley: UH Agrees to Settle Lawsuit Involving Cancer Research Center Contract

Jacking up your electric rates critical to cutting oil dependence

SA: Don't skip Laie planning steps

Hawaii joins nationwide effort to address practices by mortgage loan servicers

IRS: 1,700 Hawaii nonprofits yet to file 990 forms

NHLC and Hokulia attackers lead charge against Hawaiian Homelands

Public funding labeled a 'success' by candidates

Viewpoint: Maui Council Nishiki’s personal loan from Dowling is a current issue; questions about it remain

Kauai Airport Embezzlement Case Widens

Young Brothers squeeze consumers to defend monopoly: PUC ruling could hike rates, force service reductions

 

 

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Tuesday, October 12, 2010
October 12, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 879 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics

Abercrombie campaigns to shield DoE from Audit

Hawaii Chamber of Commerce backs Appointed BoE

Democrat Poll: Silent on Gubernatorial race, claims Djou slipping

Post primary “flood of support” for Aiona-Finnegan

Video: New Aiona-Finnegan TV commercial “Real solutions for all of Hawaii”

GLBT Democrats: “Abercrombie only candidate who will dismantle laws outlawing slavery”

Shock: former DoE Sup’t Hamamoto backs Appointed BoE

POLL: Hanabusa has slight lead over Djou

AFL-CIO targets Hawaii’s Djou

Fund Race: Aiona ahead of Abercrombie $402K to $237K

Office of Hawaiian Affairs Sponsors Live Gubernatorial Debate tonight

New Honolulu Mayor Carlisle Faces Looming Fiscal Storm

SA: Reclaim sidewalks for public

7 former inmates find hope in new program

“Secret” gambling report is no secret at all

3 months into fiscal year, Hawaii's general fund deposits down 13.9% or up 4% depending on how you look at it

Survey: Hawaii tourism continues to recover

Legislative panel begins inquiry into securities (just in time for elections)

Hawaii Airport Fire Chief is Short-Staffed

UH Students Celebrate Gay, Lesbian Coming Out Day

Last "English standard" class in Hawaii celebrates 50th high school class reunion

Geothermal holds vast potential for Hawaii

Kauai: Council to re-consider plastic bag ban

Hawaii launches RFID cold chain monitoring project

$5.67 million awarded in Maui McDonald's lawsuit

Kenoi bill headed back to ethics board

Apology to the Citizens of Manoa for Partisan Politics at Neighborhood Board

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Monday, October 11, 2010
October 11, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 951 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Neil Abercrombie's slavery problem

Aiona Video: Hawaii economy doesn't need more rhetoric

Kalihi: 2000 rally for Aiona Finnegan

Djou, volunteers adopt Mililani Waena School

Transformative Change Is Needed in Board of Education

Legislators: Abercrombie’s new energy authority “unwise”

Maui News: Abercrombie’s rejection of DoE Audit “startling”

Carlisle, Kaneshiro to be sworn into office Monday

Maui Council: Couch hammers developer owned Nishiki

Enriques' claims on website called into question

Carvalho finally gets around to endorsing Abercrombie

Isle GOP hopes voters will restore balance

KITV: Human trafficking Victims blackballed, Seitz grabs for their restitution money

State tests raise bar for students to augment failure rates, rake in bucks

Local Fishermen Fear Ahi Cap Will Jeopardize Businesses

Hawaii Media council still ‘concerned’ about HNN merger

SA: Help Hawaii teens stay healthy

Democrat poll details how to manipulate abortion, apathy  

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Sunday, October 10, 2010
October 10, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 921 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics

Full Text: Aiona campaign releases Agenda for Justice

WaPo: Spineless Congress’ school funding boondoggle looted food stamps to boost teachers’ union

Djou running better than 1/3 of Congressional Dems

Wooley supporter Ian Lind attacks Fale over deployment

Aiona in better position than Hirono in ‘02

As LG, Finnegan would advocate for Charter Schools

AP claims continuation of tax cuts will increase debt

Carlisle will hit the ground running

SA: Keep corporate contributors at bay in Hawaii elections (but not unions and eco-lawyers)

Rigid Rules, Weak Commitment Hurt Local Farming

Fishermen concerned about ocean access

Hawaii County blows through $9M on still-unopened recycling center

Hawaiian Superferries sell for $25 million each

HMSA Cracks Down On Colonoscopy Anesthesia

SA: City weak on Waikiki planning

Kalapa: Helping the poor help themselves

Man Accused Of Human Trafficking Allowed Bail: Israeli Citizen Must Remain In Honolulu Halfway House

Advocates for sex trafficking victims call for safe house in Hawaii

Sentencing delayed in child porn case

Maui Council: Hopefuls spar on familiar themes, generate sparks

Kauai Charter amendments:  Questionable

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Saturday, October 09, 2010
October 9, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1023 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics, World News, World Politics

Aiona: US unemployment numbers undermine availability of federal dollars

VIDEO: Gov Palin jumps into Hawaii races, endorses Henderson, Willoughby

VIDEO: Djou releases new advert, hits Hanabusa over residency

Djou: Adopt a School Mililani Waena Oct 10th

Manoa Liberals block Eagle Scout from Neighborhood Board

GOP movers insulted: Hanabusa rejects “gesture of goodwill”

Maui Chamber of Commerce Endorses Alan Arakawa for Mayor

Lingle honors top State employees

WaPo: Djou moves up 15 places

Desperate Abercrombie to HGEA: “You don’t have to like me” primary campaign "wasn't some sort of triumph over you.”

Absentee ballots mailed out

Aiona: Gov. Lingle and her committee gave too much

Oops! Willoughby forgets meeting with PBN

Judge allows contribution to issue-based campaign

Liberal hypocrites angered by prison being converted to school

Rape Victim Plans To Sue State Hospital: Suspect Was Discharged Despite Psychotic Symptoms

Naeole-Beason faces ethics charges: Puna councilwoman accused of using county staff to work on campaign

Acting mayor Caldwell leaves city hall

Bill to get homeless off sidewalks looms

KITV: Two More HPD Officers Arrested For Domestic Abuse

Alan Pflueger pleads not guilty to tax fraud Friday

US nuclear weapons have kept S Korea free for 60 years

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Thursday, October 07, 2010
October 8, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1511 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics

Rep Jessica Wooley admits her van involved in thefts of campaign signs, blames volunteers

Abercrombie: Brian Schatz would control which nonprofits get federal funds

WaTimes: GOP lawmaker may hold onto Hawaii seat

Nat’l Federation of Independent Business endorses Djou

Djou wins endorsement of Trust in Small Business PAC

Maui Chamber of Commerce backs Aiona-Finnegan

Mike Molina Endorses Alan Arakawa for Maui Mayor

2010 Nobel Peace Prize recipient argued with UH Manoa perfessers

Abercrombie plans to ‘add positions’, make government more powerful, says DoE isn’t broken 

Abercrombie wants No. 2 job to have more heft, in spite of being stuck with Schatz

GOP's Charles Djou Fending Off Democrat Colleen Hanabusa

Republicans Offer To Help Hanabusa Move

Two constitutional amendments on ballot

Negative political ads a risky tactic

8,000 pot heads in Hawaii, 4,665 on Big island

Hawaii Community Federal Credit Union gave Million dollar bonuses to execs

Public disclosure of rail contract poses early test for incoming Mayor Carlisle’s administration as Hokulia crowd turns to attack

 Bedbugs in Hawaii (thank an environmentalist)

Waianae School Bullying Complaint Filed With Feds

Shapiro: Vagrant rights trump safe sidewalk passage

Office of Hawaiian Affairs: Writ or Wrong

HMSA plays hardball in hospital negotiations

Attempt to reject Kula Ridge affordable housing development fails

The rezoning of Laie land pits a desire for jobs against infrastructure worries

Some Chinese Leaders Say They'll Continue Fireworks Tradition Despite Ban

Locally Caught Ahi Limit Nears (thank an environmentalist)

Where's pharma settlement money going?

How Many Print Reporters are Left in Honolulu?

Kauai Council candidates weigh in on economy, safety, transparency

Teachers create a new generation of voters

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Thursday, October 07, 2010
October 7, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 739 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics

Maui Gubernatorial Debate: Myth vs Fact

Djou: “Our internal polls show us with a narrow lead”

KOS Poll UPDATE: Aiona, Abercrombie statistically tied

Sol Kaho'ohalahala Endorses Alan Arakawa for Maui Mayor

Rep. Djou to name Irene Anzai as “angel in adoption”

VIDEO: Hanabusa claims she plans to leave Ko Olina for First CD

Abercrombie pledges to protect criminals at DoE from Audit

Abercrombie pledges to create ANOTHER State department, let drug criminals off easy

Restaurant Association Backs Aiona: Group Makes Its First Political Endorsement

CB: Duke Compares Plans, Neil Plans For Plan

KITV’s Denby Fawcett spins it for Hanabusa, fails

School board debate draws small crowd

Only 53% approve of Obamunism in Hawaii

Prosecutors withdraw extended sentencing request for teen who murdered neighbor

Feds Threaten To Take Over Workplace Safety

Culture clash as Honolulu's partial fireworks ban passes

BIW profiles Fred Blas Hawaii Council - Puna

Kau Councilman Guy Enriques is courting the media

State ID cards valid for flying but not after May, 2011

Sandwich Isles wins partial victory from FCC in cable dispute

Drug companies to pay $82M to settle Hawaii suits

HUD to help more struggling homeowners in Hawaii

Hawaiian Electric Co. to offer lower rates for recharging electric cars

Hero pilot of United Flight 811 dies at age 81

American Samoa signs new deal with major tuna supplier

Down to Earth promotes Non-GMO food labels

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Wednesday, October 06, 2010
October 6, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1052 Views :: Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics, World News, World Politics

Abercrombie: “No new audits--people not interested in how to balance the budget”

Hanabusa's Stimulus Support Could Cost her an Election

UPDATE: Hawaii Christian Coalition compares candidates for General Election

Aiona vs Abercrombie on the Economy: Plan vs platitudes?

New Aiona-Finnegan ad: “Real solutions, not rhetoric”

Aiona Finnegan announce Coalition Team

Abercrombie supported Wall Street Bailouts with Main Street Money

Influencing our culture for life: Vatican leader to speak on Oahu, Maui

Smart Business Hawaii PAC endorses Djou

Djou: Adopt a School Oct 10th

DoE fails to comply with 180 day law -- regular schools have only 178 days

“Vindictive” Incoming Prosecutor Kaneshiro Firing 11 Veteran Lawyers in middle of trials (1988 redux)

Rep Karl Rhoads, wife tied to Andy Mirkitani kickback scheme

Abercrombie claims he can create two new State departments without raising taxes 

Dems “Hatchet Job” calls tax hike, food stamp cut “aid to schools”

Republican Party Calls Critical Ad False

Hanabusa (D-KoOlina) residency conflicts with district, history

Cashing in on health care reform: Prepaid Health Care Act in danger

Kaho‘ohalahala endorses Arakawa

Police Question Enforceability of Sidewalk Plan

Tom Gill’s brother founded Sierra Club in Hawaii

Education Poll Ranks UH 115th In Global Survey

Anti-Israel Walk Saturday at Hilo’s Kalakaua Park

Home sweet home for Hawaii's soldiers returning from Iraq

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Tuesday, October 05, 2010
October 5, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1102 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics

KOS Poll: Aiona, Abercrombie tied with 48% of the vote

In major interview published today, Inouye ignores Abercrombie

Aiona Finnegan announce affordable housing plan (Full Text)

Aiona hits “arrogant” Abercrombie as polls tighten

Hanabusa meant only that there is no waste in STATE government

Star-Advertiser panics as Christians prepare to vote

Akaka Bill Still Alive?

Risks shroud births in isles

Roth: Appointed school board would help accountability

Retired car dealer James Pflueger pleads not guilty to tax fraud

Isles see California welfare spending

Feds: 2 Hawaii groups join reinsurance program

SA: Protect safety net from abuse

KPD: No connection between Jackson, Westside murders

Ooma hearing carries on

Samoa: Wage Delay Law Shows Faleomavaega Weakness

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Monday, October 04, 2010
October 4, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 914 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Abercrombie pledges to add another State department to oversee your children

Djou opposes income all tax hikes, Hanabusa doesn’t

Leau campaigns on DOE audit promise (HD6 Kona)

Abercrombie’s tech industry boss still whining because Lingle vetoed fuel tax hike

Rich politically connected Manoa liberals avoiding property taxes

Urban Zones Proposed to Keep Sidewalks Clear of Homeless

Kauai Planning Department seeks ability to fine

Progressives obsess over flu shot

Behind lucrative deals, a disconnect

19 Charter Amendments on this year’s Hawaii County ballot

American Samoa governor off to Hawaii in bid to seal cannery deal

HELCO seeks developers for Kahe Valley “clean” energy projects

Family fights disabled son's deportation

State proposes land purchase for Kalaeloa Harbor expansion

Captive audience: A look at Hawaii’s Con Air

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Sunday, October 03, 2010
October 3, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 933 Views :: Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Kauai Mayor Carvalho refuses to endorse Abercrombie

Monday is last day to register to vote

VIDEO: New Aiona/Finnegan ad features Duke’s VW Bus

Hanabusa -- "I can tell you right now, in government I don't think there's waste, per se.” (VIDEO)

Photo essay: Aug 28 Glenn Beck Rally vs Oct 2 Democratic Socialist rally

VIDEO: Abercrombie wins Fah-bulous endorsement from Waikiki’s hungry “SistahFace”

Abercrombie seems slow to get off the mark

Candidates for governor in conflict on civil unions, other social issues

AP: Willoughby calls Hirono a 'rubber stamp' for the Democrats

Hawaii Meth Project is helping cut methamphetamine use

Judge Seabright will issue partial injunction Thursday removing local firm’s campaign contribution limit

Suit: County not pursuing violations in development

Nurses in ample supply: The poor economy has turned a once-critical shortage into a surplus

Hirakawa’s second sex harassment settlement from Kauai county worth $450,000

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Saturday, October 02, 2010
October 2, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 720 Views :: Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

AFL-CIO’s false attack takes aim at Djou’s ethnicity

Djou: New Fiscal Year, Same Fiscal Irresponsibility (IBD editorial)

Health Insurance? No need: Abercrombie promises to dump Prepaid Health Care Act

Inouye says Abercrombie proposal would "shut local businesses" out of work

Hawaii Taxpayers On the Hook for $9 Billion--and Not for Rail

OHA driving Hawaiians out of Hawaii

AP: Aiona commercial played backwards says “I am the walrus.”

GOP Govs Run Negative TV Ad Against Abercrombie: Analysts Call Ad Subtle, Soft, Cute

Gov. candidates to discuss children's issues

2012: Lingle Eyes U.S. Sen. Akaka's Seat

Moon’s furlough ruling delays Carlisle's swearing in

SA vs OHA: Economics at root of 'bias'

CB: Akaka Bill Pau Already?

Appointed Board of Ed? HSTA to Teachers: "NO"

Lingle credits private sector for isles' economic rebound: The governor also cites her administration's success in keeping spending under budget

Maui: Arakawa, Tavares spar over sour economy

Kauai: Public invited to forum for County Council candidates

Health workers suing the state

HR: Business and Health Insurance Costs to Remain High Under Hawaii’s Exemption to National Healthcare Law

SA: Local-hire law needs clarification

ANOTHER American Samoa lawmaker charged with embezzlement, corruption

Pearl Harbor and Hickam merge

Call for nominations put out for University of Hawaii Board of Regents

Judge to allow disclosure of pharmaceutical settlement amounts

Veteran politico and developer sets his sights on historic Haleiwa

Obama's new chief gathers isle kudos

WaTimes: Holder is AWOL on military voting

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Friday, October 01, 2010
October 1, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 550 Views :: Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Midweek: Abercrombie voted alone against anti-terrorism measures, against support for Israel

Neil Abercrombie, D-Hezbollah

Aiona: Tourism recovery reflects hard work and cooperative efforts

Djou talks to 3000 constituents in telephone talk story

Haha’ione Forum to discuss move to appointed Board of Education

HGEA endorsements: Our way or the highway on GE Tax

White van lic # NDU-549 sought in Hauula campaign sign thefts

Abercrombie plans to dump Prepaid Health care act in favor of state-run medical insurance

Shapiro: Abercrombie off target on blame for schools

Republican Governors back Aiona with ad dollars

Rep Pine pledges not to run for City Council

Visitor Industry Continues To Rebound: Total Visitor Arrivals Up 11%, Visitor Spending Up 30%

2 Sentenced In Sex Trafficking Case: Defendant Given 25 Years In Federal Prison

DoE still can’t get Mililani middle School up to 180 days, plans to seek exemptions for multi-track schools 

A part of a plan to keep Kukui Gardens affordable stalls over financing trouble

Feds check state's gas pipes: The Public Utilities Commission lobbied to end its oversight of fuel conduit safety

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Thursday, September 30, 2010
September 30, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 730 Views :: Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Flashback: Neil Abercrombie rejects Investigation of Pay-to-Play Earmark Schemes

HCF: Blank votes beat all BoE Candidates

Djou: HR2378 will hurt Chinese tourism in Hawaii

Source: Kiewit set to sock City with major change order on rail project

43% of school board votes left blank on Oahu

KITV’s Denby Fawcett launches attack on Aiona

Democrat Shapiro calls latest RGA Aiona ad “a test fart”

Piltz says views in line with Arakawa, supports candidate

HGEA to demand legislature make salaries secret

CB Opinion: Honolulu Should Not Start Rail Construction Until Engineering is Complete and Final Cost is Known

Hirono, Djou split votes on spending measure

Democrat Borreca uses Rolfing book to bash Christians

Rep. Gene Ward Sponsors Debate on Constitutional Amendment: Elected vs. Appointed Board of Education?

Kamehameha Schools is considering buying the city land currently sought for a hotel

Star-Advertiser still pushing global warming scam

Hawaii tops nation in millionaires per capita

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Wednesday, September 29, 2010
September 29, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 955 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics

VIDEO: Abercrombie voted for bonuses for Wall Street Execs

Duke and Lynn Team Up Online

Djou introduces legislation requiring community hearings on neighborhood half-way houses

Randy Piltz Endorses Alan Arakawa for Mayor

Willoughby vs Hirono: “A choice between higher taxes and lower taxes”

CB: Aiona Shines at Energy Expo

Hawaii GOP Targets 15 key Districts After Primary

GOP ad campaign backs Aiona

SA: Elections office breathes easier

Justice eludes Hawaiians, OHA study says

Officer's arrest third for HPD this month

As predictable as sunrise, anti-developments activist disrupt Haleiwa hotel meeting

Young Brothers will appeal PUC's interim approval for Pasha Hawaii Transport Lines

Maui Council Candidate Ellie Cochran ‘not proud’ of her criminal past 

CEO resigns Kona Hospital

Laupahoehoe charter school enters final stretch

ONE YEAR LATER: American Samoa works to improve tsunami warning system

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Tuesday, September 28, 2010
September 28, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1116 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics

Rothenberg: Democratic poll shows Djou ahead by double digits

CB: Duke 'n Lynn Firing on All Pistons

SA: Aiona’s proposed four-day workweek worth exploring

SA: Democratic-backed anti-Djou commercial's claim does not add up on closer examination

CB: Obama Backs Hanabusa, but GOP Not Scared

The Rundown (post-primary)

Pamela Young: Top BoE vote-getter

Visitor spending up 18%: Hotel occupancy rose by more than 10 percentage points in July

U.S. officials threaten to temporarily take over the state's enforcement of workplace safety

City Council to Homeless: Get Off Our Sidewalks!

Kaua‘i firemen caught fishing off Ni‘ihau in fireboat

Abandoned for 13 years, Hilo housing project stumbles again

Commemorations will mark the anniversary of a tsunami that raked the Pacific islands

Shapiro: The feds have a place in our schools

Jeremy Harris is long gone but his unsold books live on

Obama tells questioner he's 'Christian by choice'

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Monday, September 27, 2010
September 27, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1008 Views :: Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics, World News, World Politics

Aiona accepts eight debate invitations, Abercrombie declines two

Aiona Video: How can Hawaii rediscover the path toward good-paying jobs?

HCF: Clear lack of vision at the Board of Education

Hanabusa voted to make Hawaii #1 in high taxes

Abercrombie finally cornered into debating, Shapiro spins furiously

HGEA Refuses to endorse molester’s employer Rep Rida Cabanilla for HD 42

Civil unions may be unspoken issue in governor’s race

Kalapa: Greatest issues are economy, business climate

More RTTT money being spent on teachers’ salaries

City's $30M overrun a warning about sloppy management

Utah and Four-Day Workweeks

Caldwell to sign off on fireworks limits

Fair Elections Now Act could help make Congress accountable to us, the conscious, enlightened, and progressive

Hawaii Supreme Court reinstates convicted drug dealer’s law license

Roberts buses involved in 5 deaths

ONE YEAR LATER: Rebuilding continues on ruined homes in Samoa

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Sunday, September 26, 2010
September 26, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 809 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Aiona accepts eight debate invitations, Abercrombie REJECTS two

Abercrombie and Aiona agree to 2 TV debates, Abercrombie rejects two

Aiona, Finnegan to hold voter meeting in Mililani

Abercrombie admits his education reform proposals based on failed Act 51 disaster

Omidyar’s Kanu Hawaii claims not to be an Abercrombie group

More Omidyar propaganda: Slavery or fertile fields?

Obama e-mail urges support for Hanabusa for Congress

Democrat Borreca still bitter because Manoa liberal Caldwell is unemployed

John Willoughby Answers 10 Questions From Civil Beat

Hannemann’s Landslide Loss Calls For Re-evaluation of Honolulu’s $5.5 Billion Fixed-Rail Project and Openness

Another Energy Audit Criticizes 'Lethargic' Stimulus Spending

Drug suit could net millions for state: State lawyers want the settlements revealed after reaching a deal with the last defendant

Protesters rally against planned hotel in Haleiwa

County Council again delays ethics reform

Risky fish?

State removing people, ungulates, dangerous rocks from Kalalau

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Saturday, September 25, 2010
September 25, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1226 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics

Hawaii Family Forum: Did we miss an opportunity?

Rep Karl Rhoads, Oahu Co Democrats try to knock Iraq War Vet off HD 28 ballot

HUD: All Hawaii Federally funded construction projects jeopardized by override of Lingle’s veto

Best for Guard, Reserve: State of Hawaii receives DoD Freedom Award

Hawaii Muslims cancel big September 11 feast, move it to September 11 Julian instead

Aiona has gubernatorial race to himself as foe vanishes 

Abercrombie leaves isles for five days and counting

Duke Aiona accepts two debate invitations, says Abercrombie is stonewalling

Democrat Party officials dispute Iraq War Veteran's candidate eligibility

HUD flags local-hire laws: Housing officials back Lingle's position, but one measure already excludes federal work

Oahu's Muslim Community puts shoes to infidel children

Public financing of Big Island campaigns helps incumbents

Rep. Herkes requests Attorney General review of Hawaii Health System Corporation Loan to Alii Health Center

A Decade of Dispute: Molokai Veterans Go to Federal Court, sue Tavares

Homeless murder self-defense ruling baffles victim's sister

Major pot grower gets 2 months: 80 plants, 6.9 pounds of marijuana found at home

Nakamura surprises self with council showing

Catholophobes block construction of monastery 

Third isle wind farm proposed: The newly formed Kawailoa LLC plans to build up to 43 turbines on the North Shore

Utah egg farm sued slavery contractor on behalf of workers, meanwhile Hawaii eco-farms say ‘not our problem’

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Friday, September 24, 2010
September 24, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1030 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics

Forum: Elected or Appointed Board of Education - What is the Best Choice?

Full Text: Aiona, Finnegan unveil energy, environment, agriculture plans

Panos: Kiewit rail construction is unpermitted

VIDEO: New Djou ad rebuts “rattled” National Democrats

Djou makes “Pledge to America”

Djou votes against $14,457,000,000 in new taxes

Hawaii Christian Coalition compares candidates for General Election

New York, Hawaii Top Earners Face Highest Tax Under Obama Plan, Study Says

Aiona sees jobs in energy

Inouye demands $4 TRILLION in new taxes

GOP 'Pledge' makes closing argument to voters

Civil Beat’s Omidyar gives $750,000 to Abercrombie group

KHON2 camera covered with Abercrombie sticker

Hirono votes $14.5 Billion in new taxes, Djou rejects

Ewa Beach website exposes Cabanilla, Espero, Bradshaw 

Cabanilla’s ad may have violated military law

Rape, stabbings, attempted murder as Homelessness Industry keeps homeless on streets out of shelter

SA: Give fireworks ban a chance to make you forget Independence Day just a little

Invasive, hoofed animals fall into policy gap

UH System enrollment tops 60,000

Kyoya Tower Opposed By Environmentalists

KITV: Developer Eyes City Park Land For Haleiwa Hotel

Hawaii County, firm in mediation over asphalt deal

Taxpayers fund eco-scammers retaking Kau council seat

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Thursday, September 23, 2010
September 23, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1044 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Gubernatorial Debates? Abercrombie says “It’s not my job”

Shapiro tells Hawaii media how to spin debate story

Nov 2: Focus on kids--abolish the current BoE

Aiona/Finnegan campaign releases transportation and health plans

VIDEO: New RGA ad highlights Aiona’s education plan

CNBC VIDEO: Djou on Summers’ resignation, House GOP policy agenda

Full Text: House Republican Caucus "Pledge to America"

Fred Rohlfing’s Island Son Presents an Alternative View of Hawaii Politics

Woodward: Obama at odds with military commanders

Aiona: No new taxes

Aiona pushes 4-day week for the state

KHON: Aiona: Abercrombie ducking debate challenge

Media begins negotiating debate format

Ian Lind echoes Shapiro on how to spin Aiona’s Debate challenge

Boylan: “It’s the most chaotic election we’ve ever had.”

Case: Don’t underestimate Aiona, Abercrombie got 15% GOP crossovers

Adrienne King endorses Aiona/Finnegan ticket

Carlisle to bring ex-aide to City Hall: The mayor-elect says he will nominate his prosecutor's office deputy as managing director

CB: Mazie Hirono Against John Who? In 2nd Congressional District

SA: Protect Hawaii health care law from Obamacare

Hawaii collects more than $100M in back taxes

TIME: Paradise Paradox: Why Life in Hawaii Leads to Early Death

Hawaii Gains Maximum Welfare Funding

CBS News plugs Hawaii 5-0 coast to coast

NLRB rejects complaints against Times

NCQA: Kaiser Permanente is Hawaii's highest-rated health plan

Hawaiian Telcom passes last regulatory hurdle to exit bankruptcy

Tech-firm CEO charged with girl's sexual assault

Lanai Solar Farm Says Mahalo For Upgrade

Council passes fireworks limits

Council Passes Relief In Property Tax Mix-Up

Kauai: Green vigilantes scour island 

Enriques breaks silence to media

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Wednesday, September 22, 2010
September 22, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 742 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Gubernatorial Debates? Abercrombie says “It’s not my job”

Hanohano: Abercrombie is ducking debate challenge

CNBC VIDEO: Djou on Summers’ resignation, House GOP policy agenda

Aiona presses Abercrombie: Dem accused of ducking debates

Volcanic Ash: Abercrombie's passion, energy and focus aid in election victory

Hawaii gov. candidates begin fall campaign short on funding

True Djou: "I Have Never Voted For a Tax Increase"

Hawaii-based eBay founder won't endorse Whitman for governor

Obama's policies drag down Democratic governors

Honolulu mayoral transition off to a bumpy start

Molokai veterans sue Tavares over ‘threats’

Former state labor inspector indicted on identity theft charges

Fireworks bill: Council set to vote Wednesday

Council delays action on ethics reform: Mayor Kenoi's proposal seen as too stringent

Construction project aims to revitalize Big Island

Non-profits could lose tax exempt status (Thanks, Obama)

Shapiro: Has the train to nowhere reached its destination?

Construction jobs resurgent at Honolulu job fair

Rep. Mark Takai hosts rare D.C. fundraiser

Navy opposes changes to 90-year-old shipping law

Pacifists defeat ultra pacifists -- knotted gun to be displayed

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Tuesday, September 21, 2010
September 21, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1499 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics, World News, World Politics

Debates: Aiona’s Open letter to Abercrombie “All you have to do is say ‘yes’.”

Djou to hold telephone talk-story with constituents

Senate’s only Republican Akaka Bill backer to be stripped of seniority, positions

NYT: In an Ugly Human-Trafficking Case, Hawaii Forgets Itself

Aiona prods Abercrombie to accept his debate plan 

Republicans woo Hannemann voters

Duke vs. Neil: Compare and Decide

Republican crossovers picked weaker Democrat Abercrombie?

Mix of stalwarts and young guns brought Abercrombie success

Carlisle Prepares For Mayoral Transition

Hawaii's next governor won't have much money to play with

Carlisle vs Oshiro over TAT?

Ambition Narcissism Leads to Hawaii Political Turnover

Keeping Up With the Congressionals

Howie Dean’s Democracy For America Backs Hanabusa

Wharton Wishes Willoughby Success in 2010 General Election

Pasha gets PUC approval for interisland shipping

Hawaii's personal income up 0.8% in 2Q

Kaneshiro to reshape crime office

Researcher: Meth decline not linked to campaign

Kaneohe Murder-Suicide Suspect Had 18 prior convictions

Queerty:  IRS: Hawaii Family Forum Must Pay Tax Penalties For Being a Lobbying Group In Disguise

Incest: Bringing Out The Conservative In Everybody

Bedbugs are back in Hawaii  (Thank an environmentalist)

Genetically modified coffee company in Hawaii sold

North Korea To Name New Leadership

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Monday, September 20, 2010
September 20, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 970 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Duke Aiona challenges Abercrombie to six debates

Republican legislative candidates unite behind action plan

“Voters have spoken: The status quo in Hawaii and in Congress is unacceptable and they want change” – Djou

VIDEO: Djou releases new ad “Making a difference” 

Star Advertiser endorses Aiona’s Debate challenge

Duke Aiona: "The issues ... are too important to have them discussed in the manner I have seen done in the primary."

Hawaii Republicans Unveil 2011 Action Plan

Mufi + Neil = Love?

Abercrombie lovin’ Shapiro suggests (hopes?) GOP should continue where Hannemann left off 

Democrat Borreca: Abercrombie easily slips into bombast

Carlisle cites city finances as top priority

Tavares threatens veterans with retaliation: Molokai vets file suit over planned center

HELL-CO to grab for your “Green”-- electric rate hikes coming thanks to the environmentalists

Concerned citizens Professional activists tour shrimp farm

Senate Panel Approves $218 Million for Defense Projects in Hawaii

UH ties funding request to goals

Apathy In Board Of Ed Elections

Pilago wins North Kona council seat outright

Naeole-Beason Denies Ethics Charges by dope lobby activist 

Third Party and Non-Partisan results

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Monday, September 20, 2010
Letters to the Editor September, 2010
By Letters to the Editor :: 819 Views :: Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Respect and noted excellence

Abercrombie’s capitalist: Printing Mufi’s capitalists’ letter is a “dis-service” to the community

"Conservatives are not necessarily stupid, but most stupid people are conservatives."  

19 Presidents and no church in sight?

Hawaii newspapers favor Democrats over 20-9 

Primaries disenfranchise General?

Vet Center of Hawaii Outreach

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Sunday, September 19, 2010
September 19, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1335 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Primary Election Results—THIRD READ

Kaauwai congratulates Aiona-Finnegan

Democrat team: Abercrombie, Schatz, and Larry Mehau

Neil Abercrombie 2009: A year of corruption

"We don't want Abercrombie"

Voters voted against Hannemann, not in favor of Abercrombie

Aiona plans to concentrate on economic recovery and job creation

Omidyar’s Kanu Hawaii scammers key to Abercrombie victory ($100/barrel oil anybody?)

ILind: Mufi got smoked

Oshiro beats Okino in closely watched Hawaii House race

Turnout Drops to 40.9% vs 42.35% in the 2006 Gubernatorial primary

Carlisle Wins Honolulu Mayor's Race

Wrap-up articles on individual races

Voting machines malfunction as confused voters cast spoiled ballots on election day

SA: Politicians must stem isles' rising poverty rate

With China's largest carrier, Hainan Airlines, yet to take to island skies, the state is looking for other carriers to begin service to Hawaii

Chinatown raids: HPD's gambling sweeps yielded cash, surveillance equipment and gaming machines, but no arrests

Kona Hospital Foundation leader indicted for forgery

Academy plans cut military activity

Sending a meth message, does it work?

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Saturday, September 18, 2010
September 18, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1119 Views :: Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics

Find Your Polling Place -- Polls open 7AM to 6PM TODAY

Washington Times: Sandwich Isles Communications poised to go into bankruptcy

The Tsunami and Mufi’s Samoan Connection

American Samoa Dept. of Education Exec Arrested for Witness Tampering, Obstruction

New Gaza aid convoy to undermine peace talks

On eve of vote, Abercrombie, Hannemann acrimony visible in Hilo

Hannemann says he takes fruit that comes out of nowhere, bops on head

SA: Rundown of competitive legislative Races

Absentee Voting Sets Record

CNN: Hawaiians head to the polls for bitter primary battle

Hawaii Family Forum to refocus on charity work, ease lobbying

House candidates clash over civil unions

Gay Union Local 5 buys anti-Hannemann ads

Hawaii reaches agreement with feds on overseas ballots for Nov. 2 election

Recktenwald talks about efficiencies during his first remarks as chief justice

Obamanomics: Hawaii median income drops by $8500

Global Horizons: Kauai Coffee slaves want to get rich off us

State of the City 2010: Oahu Infrastructure is Failing

Rob Tam’s HQ vandalized

HPD lieutenant charged with abuse by his Sergeant wife

'Cluster' home project causes stir

WSJ: Man From Minnesota Teaches Hawaiians a Thing or Two About Their Own Language

Hundreds Of Maui Voters Placed In Wrong District

Voter registration numbers questionable

Lingle's senior policy adviser to speak in Hilo

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Friday, September 17, 2010
September 17, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1318 Views :: Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, World News, World Politics

Abercrombie predicts Duke Aiona will be next governor

Lingle to host 7th Annual Women’s Leadership Conference

DoT Director Brennon Morioka resigns

Will Hanabusa Support Stopping Tax Hikes on Small Businesses Before Congress Skips Town?

AP: 1986 all over again

Gay-Atheist lobby fails to have Calvin Say disqualified 

Oshiro calls photo of men kissing “negative imagery’

Gay-Atheist lobby extracts $20K from Hawaii Family Forum for opposing gay civil unions

Negative advertising works in Hawaii

Patronage: New Honolulu mayor to decide 137 city jobs

Native Hawaiians: Vulnerability To Early Death At All Ages

Hawaii's first-time unemployment claims drop by 20%

Poverty in Hawaii continues to grow

SA: Complexities of the sun yield clues for forecasts

Senator Hemmings says wife is innocent of theft charges

Republican activists urge crossover vote…for Abercrombie

SA Owner David Black hosts BC Liberal Party leadership meeting at mansion 

Last Minute Fundraising reports:

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Thursday, September 16, 2010
September 16, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1078 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Pay to Play: Hawaii faces constitutional challenge

Djou: Most independent, bipartisan member of Hawaii delegation

Aiona: My Appointed BoE would make Audit a top priority

Prevedouros: Case, Carlisle panic

GOP: Ed Case repeats losing three-way Special Election strategy

Mayoral race: Ed Case appeals for crossover votes

Carpenter: “I don’t think it ever gets healed over” between Hannemann, Abercrombie 

Inouye: Abercrombie is a stranger -- Abercrombie: “same kind of result as 1986”

Pfluegers, Others Indicted In Tax Fraud Case (hid assets during Kaloko case)

Hawaii students improve SAT scores as fewer DoE students participate

BOE to vote on Molokai school consolidation

UHPA burns $305K mostly to back Abercrombie, HSTA ‘s PAC broke

Sen. Slom: Vote for Panos the Engineer

Hannemann rolls the dice on GOP appeal

City Council will vote on a measure to restore residential rates for 247 homeowners

Some Hawaii Kai voters still lacking corrected mail-in ballots

Money flows to House, Senate incumbents

Foreclosures hit all-time high—Hawaii 10th in nation

Reports of gunfire in Chinatown uncover (well-known) suspected illegal gaming operation

Honolulu police officer arrested on suspicion of shoplifting

Hilton Hawaiian Village's 1,400 workers vote 'yes' to strike

Hawaiian Telcom plan gets FCC approval

Hawaii Beach Case Appealed to U.S. Supreme Court

UH aims to raise cap on nonresidents

Hokulia bypass bond in hands of shuttered insurer

Hawaii State Department Recognized for Being Energy-Efficient

Hemmings' wife gets probation

HCC plan to erect a 'knotted gun' statue questioned

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Wednesday, September 15, 2010
September 15, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 932 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

VIDEO: National Democrats criticize Djou for voting against $40B tax hike

Hannemann’s property tax hike forces eviction of Kalihi non-profits

VIDEO: Hanabusa “can’t say no”

New Study Finds Positive Return on Investment for States that Invest in Quit Smoking Treatments

Waikoloa Workforce Housing CEO: How Hawaii County officials sabotaged affordable housing project

Lingle nominates Scheuer to head DLNR water resources

Lingle calls on Republicans to cast GOP ballots

Abercrombie pushes for gambling, gay marriage

UPW Members protest their leadership again

Cayetano, Roth Support Appointed School Board: Say It Would Make School Leaders More Accountable

HSTA, HGEA squabble over which insolvent health plan to save

Mark Recktenwald sworn in as Hawaii chief justice

Alexander & Baldwin seeks approval on a 2,500-home project outside Kahului

Gay-Atheist Democrats demand Okino Expulsion

Mufi Group says Lingle is stalling rail

Caldwell tries to pretend he is not Hannemann

Theft, rape cases jump in isles

Shapiro: Neil Abercrombie = Jack Burns

Democrats 90% solution

Cayetano to Lingle: Check Rail EIS carefully before signing 

Number of absentee voters increasing

Civil Beat Shares Hawaii Legislature Salaries

FAA to cover cost of Lihue Airport expansion

What "The 25 Most Expensive Homes" Reveal About the U.S. Economy

Company offers plan to install free solar panels in isle homes

Interest Groups squabble over endorsements:

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Tuesday, September 14, 2010
September 14, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1149 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics

Video: Duke Aiona launches first TV ad

Lingle: “Rail EIS is not on my desk as some have incorrectly stated”

Jerry Burris: “Abercrombie is one of just a handful of members of Congress who do not declare a religious affiliation”

Confirmed: Neil Abercrombie does not claim to be Episcopalian

Which kills more: ideology or religion?

Crichton: Environmentalism is a religion

VIDEO: Ground Zero Mosque leader “9-11 truthers are conducting the most exalted jihad."

Hawaii Democratic Convention renews call for closed primary

Hawaii AARP releases Voter guide

Hannemann to Abercrombie: I admit I will raise the GE Tax, when will you admit it?

Hannemann Seeks Non-Democrat Voters

Inouye's coyness promoting confusion

Takamines, longtime legislators, differ with the ILWU over Dem Nomination 

ACT 221 Scammers target Rep. Issac Choy

City prosecutor hopefuls lay out visions 1 last time

Shapiro: A taxing connection for Caldwell

Economy is top issue in packed Maui mayoral race

State Auditor doing her part for the DoE/BoE/HSTA: DOE Management Audit Would Overwhelm Her Staff

VEBA: HSTA files lawsuit against Lingle

BOE names Kathryn Matayoshi as superintendent

CB: Island Values flyer is inflammatory but accurate

SA: None of the 14 Hawaii farms (such as my son’s ML&P) are accused of doing anything wrong

Trapped With a Dying Dog: Understanding Human Trafficking, on a Smaller Scale

Review discovers campaign violations by Hawaii County Council members

Kauai Shrimp farm meeting spurs public interest

Kauai electric utility wins approval for rate hike

Quarantine possible to contain coffee berry borer pest

Suspect in 1996 Waikiki Gay Sex Tourism murder provides writing samples

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Monday, September 13, 2010
September 13, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1264 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Star-Advertiser & Abercrombie sing duet on Religion: Only we the elite may draw lines between right and wrong

Inouye part of triumvirate responsible for 15.7% of US transportation pork

“Islam Day”, HB444 promoters fund lying “Abercrombie is an Episcopalian” radio ad

Civil Beat Poll: Voters Don't Want Lawmakers to Bring Back Civil Unions Bill

ILind: Kirk Caldwell’s “hidden home” gets huge tax break

Hannemann advertisement implies key endorsements

SA: Don't lose your right to vote

Democrats: Rules made for ignoring II 

Pay-to-Play: Hawaii faces constitutional challenge

Duke Aiona Hosts ‘Ohana Event and 9/11 Remembrance

Honolulu Prosecutor candidate appeals to fight fans

VIDEO: Tea Party remembers 9/11 in Hilo

Rod Tam Responds To Criminal Investigations

Stephens Media is Suing Bloggers

Hannemann: Honolulu Civil Beat Poll Showing Him Behind in Gubernatorial Race is Faulty

Partisans fight over “Progressive Democrats” label

Akaka Bill — Series of 3 Lectures Cover 3 Points of View

American Samoa voters may amend constitution

Local farms in labor bind: Agriculture relies on foreign workers, but the firms that supply them face scrutiny

War on coffee pest begins this week

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Sunday, September 12, 2010
September 12, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 553 Views :: Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Mufi’s venture capitalist to Neil’s: “F*** you”

Aiona: “Loyalty, duty and self-sacrifice prevailed over fear, uncertainty and sadness.”

Governor’s Ball draws 400

Prevedouros sees hope as poll numbers tighten 

Democrats choose between “Bully” and “Cog” 

UPI: No love lost between two Dem gubernatorial candidates

Passion for public service paved chief justice's path

September 11 in Hawaii

Hanabusa forms committee to consider ACLU’s lawsuit threat over Senate prayer 

KITV: Election Machines Working Fine For Saturday's Primary

Mufi gets $250K from rail contractors

Charter School's plan aims high

The city is lax with public-view rules for 250 historic homes getting property tax exemptions

SA: Keep cameras rolling for Hawaii film industry

Study: Hawaii timeshare occupancy hits 90 percent

Developer’s Poll: The Big Island of Hawaii Community Supports the $1 Billion Development at ‘Aina Le’a

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Saturday, September 11, 2010
September 11, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 823 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Hawaii Muslims cancel big September 11 feast, move it to September 11 Julian instead

Lingle: September 11, 2010 is Patriot Day and Day of Service and Remembrance in Hawaii

Djou: “Out of the ashes, American courage and charity emerged”

Hawaii GOP: Let Democrats sort out their own races

Hawai`i Free Press readership grows 74%

500 soldiers gather at Fort Shafter to observe the attacks' ninth anniversary

Hanabusa Commercial “may not be the best”, Democratic leadership “wasn’t satisfied”

Abercrombie campaigners sentences for Governor’s office sit-in

Civil Beat Robo-Poll says 30% of conservatives support hippie from Buffalo

Hannemann camp questions validity of poll

Abercrombie: “I’m not pandering”

Unions having hard time speaking with single voice

Hawaii Holds First Higher Education Summit

Gay-Atheist Democrats threaten Okino with expulsion

Slaves worked at A&B too: Kaua‘i Coffee linked to human-trafficking lawsuit 

Kulani: State panel approves Youth Challenge Academy but not National Guard training

North Hawaii hospital CEO White quits; second to step down in 2 years

Coffee berry borer: How did it get here? What are its potential impacts?

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Friday, September 10, 2010
September 10, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 2091 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

LA Times: Djou, youthful leaders reshaping Hawaii GOP

Hanabusa: What we see...

Rep Djou job fair draws 600 job seekers

NRCC moves to preempt National Democrats’ false ad

GOP: Hanabusa videotaped campaigning inside polling place limits

Highest suicide rate in US: Hawaii DoE highschoolers

Lingle on Furloughs: “Circuit Court should never have issued the injunction”

Aiona: Lower revenue projection requires “state to spend within its means”

Cam Cavasso Senate campaign wins Okino endorsement, national attention

Djou: Relieved over release of South Korean fishermen

Honolulu Retreat: Healing the pain of abortion 

CB/Merriman Poll:  Abercrombie 48% to Hannemann 31%

Transsexual BoE member gives $6000 to Abercrombie

ML&P, ILWU make excuses about the slavery in their midst 

Discovery of invasive beetle threatens Kona coffee embargo

Sierra Club launches www.MufisMess.com

Judge: Military's Ban On Gays Is Unconstitutional

CB’s Chad Blair complains that Hawaii politics is not Godless

School Furlough Protesters To Be Sentenced Friday

Djou Hosts Job Fair, Says He's Seeking Work Too

State GOP files complaint against Hanabusa

HGEA Letter Addresses Hannemann Endorsement: Union Leader Says Dissension Is Media Creation

Shapiro: HVCA, HCVA, VCAH: Where’s my Excedrin?

Ad slamming Abercrombie funded by five Hawaii residents

A-1 A-lectrician tied to Island Values commercial

Outdoor Circle calls Republican signs “hideous”

Infrastructure Management Group wins rail contract

City scoops land for Honouliuli sewage treatment plant expansion

Survey: Hawaii has 4,881 time-share units in the works

Hawaii human trafficking guilty plea rejected

Military engineers to upgrade Micronesian Health Facilities

Kauai County admits to violating federal law by killing birds due to lighting at facilities

Maui County’s high suicide rate draws action

Federal dollars sought for isle

School photographer found not guilty in sex assault case

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Thursday, September 09, 2010
September 9, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 732 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Smart Business Hawaii PAC endorses Carroll for Governor, King for LG

Ka’auwai: “If Hanabusa won’t be voting for herself, why should anyone else?”

Haha’ione Elementary site of Townhall meeting on proposed appointed School Board

Need a job? 50 employers to attend Rep Djou’s job fair

Maui TEA Party releases list of approved candidates

UPDATE: Schatz, Hirono, Hannemann, others ineligible for Democratic Party support

UPDATE: Hilo, Kona, Maui events to mark September 11 attacks 

SA: Aiona sees danger if Hawaii returns to one-party rule

Moneyed Hippie stays broke: Abercrombie raises most money, burns it

Candidates submit final money tally before primary

State supreme court: blocking furloughs was premature

Shapiro: Democrats: Rules made for ignoring?

Thai workers describe being lured into slavery in U.S.

'Transparency' applies to rail

Alternet: Mufi IS less moral

Hawaii Islam Day leader speaks out against Koran burning

Missile programme raises concern in Hawaii (Anti-Americans begin campaign)

Release of refunds leads to 22% drop in Hawaii's August tax collections

Hawaii hotel tax revenue jumps 25%

Bored of ed?

Regulators guarantee Hawaiian utility’s ‘green’ profit

Coffee parasite discovered in Kona

University of Hawaii presents state's first-ever higher education summit

Cert Petition In Hawaii Beach Takings Case: Is The Right To Accretion A "Property" Interest?

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Wednesday, September 08, 2010
September 8, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1422 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics, World News, World Politics

Will Obamacare kill HHSC?

Gov Lingle appoints Figuera and Kouchi to Senate

Small Modular Reactors: Creating Energy Independence for Hawaii

VIDEO: Rep. Djou hosting job fair with 40 employers Thursday

DoE high schoolers have nation’s highest suicide rate

Mufi promises to “discuss possibility of increasing GE Tax” Star-Advertiser lies about it

Panicked desperate national Democrats, unions pour money into Hanabusa campaign

CB: Aiona did build Hawaii drug Court system

RNC chair Steele hopes to rally Hawaii Republicans with visit

SA Hypocrites: Stop using religion to divide (repeats Abercrombie Episcopal lie)

Abercrombie Slams Hannemann For Using Religion To Divide: In New Ad, Christians Urged to Vote Hannemann, Not Aiona

Shapiro: Hannemann's tactics ungodly

SA Profiles Hannemann, leaves out arrest, MMLG

Abercrombie: Vote early before you find out the truth about me

Complete list of Consolidated polling stations 

Honolulu Magazine: Trains Kill Buses

City: "Idiot" version for rail EIS is award-winning

HHS regional director Schultz visits Hilo Medical Center and talks reform

AP: Hawaii brothers guilty of ill-treating Thai workers

NYT: Forced Labor

The Nation: Federal Indictments in Human Trafficking Scheme

Lingle fills vacant senate seats

 

Education Week provides the arguments HSTA will be using to neuter RTTT even more

Honolulu inflation rises 2.5%: Gas and electricity increases are cited for the jump from the first half of 2009

Hawaiian Airlines' traffic jumps 5.5%

Lehman Estate Files to Foreclose on Ritz Kapalua

Rush Limbaugh, The Haney Project and Hawaii

Old Farmer's Almanac: Global cooling to continue

More Candidate Profiles: Meet your Kauai County Council candidates

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Tuesday, September 07, 2010
September 7, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 753 Views :: Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Hilo, Kona, TEA Party events to mark September 11 attacks

Schatz, Hirono, Hanabusa, Hannemann, ineligible for Democratic Party support

VIDEO: Djou releases new commercial

Abercrombie frames himself as an agent for grubbing pocket change from military industrial complex

RTTT to fund teacher bonuses (No accountability here)

Finnegan: “If we were truly supportive of charter schools, we would have equal funding by now”

Borreca: “This year there is a strong and vocal Republican minority”

RAIL: Kobayashi nails Mufi’s EIS “idiot version” costing $33,022/month

Case family Star-Advertiser: Human trafficking must stop (hypocrisy must stop first)

Green Can Have Dear Economic Price 

24 apply to be next schools chief (as BoE prepares to pick Matayoshi)

Panos Prevedouros winning PBN online poll 

Birds of a feather: Lyla “Islam Day” Berg endorses Neil Abercrombie

Atheists, others attack Tulsi Gabbard over non-profit

Shapiro: Where are the leaders in Election 2010?

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Indigenous groups gather to heal

ILind prepares gay atheist lobby for Fall Campaign 

 

 

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Monday, September 06, 2010
September 6, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 495 Views :: Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Hawaii media suddenly converts Abercrombie to Episcopalian

$11,480 per family: Prevedouros puts the check in the mail

Mainland rail contractors recognize Hannemann’s “distinguished service”

Abercrombie: Hannemann using religion to divide voters

Ken Wong’s name disappears from Mufi campaign site

GOP Chair Michael Steele headlines Hawaii GOP fundraiser

School valued for inclusive atmosphere

SA: Defend Hawaii campaign law

Hawaii Muslim leader cheers triumphal Ground Zero Mosque, calls conference for September, 2011

Well offers chance to clear most of meter waiting list

Rocky road for Kealanani: With no work started on the subdivision, a bank guarantee is allowed to expire

Garden Isle missile site will expand: Testing for a land-based defense system would bring a new complex to the island

Feds spending $1.4M on Midway lead paint clean up

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Sunday, September 05, 2010
September 5, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1010 Views :: Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Star-Advertiser endorses Hannemann, Aiona

Obama’s 9th Circuit nominations rejected by Senate

18,000 new voters as Christians register and felons are knocked off rolls

More Porkulus? Djou and Hanabusa clash on additional federal aid to states

Hawaii Political Dirty Tricks Go High Tech

GOP turncoat Anderson joins Hannemann campaign

Abercrombie open to legalized gambling

Maui mayoral race: Economy in spotlight as old political foes quarrel

Rivals protest endorsement of Tamayo by her nonprofit

State lauded for support of Guard and Reserve

Hawaii human trafficking case covered world-wide

Hawaii electrical grid maxes out on intermittent power supplies

Hawaii 9-11 Truther comes back from Gaza to celebrate as anniversary approaches

Hawaii scammer defrauds deaf

Matson cuts fuel surcharge

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Saturday, September 04, 2010
September 4, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1272 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Early Voting sites open now across state

Cardines: “Improve the future of Hawaii’s families by voting”

Adrienne King’s pro-life conversion

Aiona: Hawaii’s economic recovery being slowed at federal level

Aiona: Democrats ‘two peas in a pod’

Arakaki: Abercrombie is not for Christians

Hannemann’s Venture Capitalist Splinter cell

Honolulu Mayoral Candidate Caldwell Launches Negative Ad

Quitting erodes public trust (Ko Olina’s Apo management reshuffle)

KITV: Judge Dismisses DUI Charges Amid HPD Investigation

Human trafficking suspect surrenders

Sierra Club forces fish farm to withdraw application

Maui News: Bogus Ocean temperature sensors record sea ice in Hawaii

Kauai night football shutdown by Federal Department of Eco-Religion

Kauai: Nabeshima-Costa pleads guilty to sexual assault of a minor

Council OKs condominium tax rates bill

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Friday, September 03, 2010
September 3, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 790 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Governor Lingle applauds confirmation of Mark Recktenwald as Chief Justice

Use your Maka’i Card to donate to Hawai’i Right to Life Education Fund

Study: Hawaii roads #1 in potholes, #47 in cost effectiveness

SA endorses Schatz, Finnegan for Lt Governor

Gary Okino endorses Charles Djou for Congress

Star-Advertiser Gaian Religionists demand submission while complaining about Jesus

Indictment: Case, Omidyar’s ML&P used alleged slavery contractor (Eco-slavery)

No fuss, no muss: Senators unanimously approve CJ Recktenwald

Kaua‘i a second stop, today, in Aiona’s ‘Connecting’ campaign

SD25 Faulty ballots raise election concerns

Rod Tam hungry to be Mayor

Kauai Mayor candidate pushes hemp

Hawaii County Council candidates woo ag votes

Leaving Hawaii to go from Homeless to Homeowner

 

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Thursday, September 02, 2010
September 2, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1110 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics

VIDEO: Arrogant Olbermann calls Hawaii GOP Chair “Ka-u-away” anti-Semite

Hawaii DLNR gives 11 acres to 9-11 truther group

New RGA Ad: Duke Aiona will grow Hawai‘i’s green economy

9/12 Taxpayer March on Washington

Alan Cardines to direct Hawaii Family Forum

Aiona dedicates new Shriners Hospital for Children in Honolulu

UPDATE: Senate’s Key Republican Akaka Bill backer CONCEDES Alaska primary

Congress.org rejects Abercrombie’s “front group” claim

Duke Aiona Launches Connecting Communities Initiative

Darwin Ching for Prosecutor releases new TV Advert

Honolulu’s aging water mains: One break per day

Djou: Heroes in uniform deserve credit for success in Iraq

Ninth Circuit: Nader should have been allowed on Hawaii ballot in ‘04

Disclosures: Aiona only candidate with children and debts to go with them

Seeking the Business Vote: Top candidates for governor explain how they would make it easier for businesses to succeed

State Senate To Vote On Recktenwald Nomination

GOP’s Ka‘auwai raises national eyebrows

Ka'auwai Says Churches Now Refusing To Let Mufi Campaign (Neil kneels in joyful prayer)

Oi tries to hang scarlet letter around Aiona’ neck

SA Begins endorsements

Voters to decide on housing office

Rep. Oshiro: Carlisle's No Donkey, Either

Ballot error distresses candidates: Three Democrats from District 25 find their names mistakenly left off absentee forms

Waimea-Ni‘ihau state House race: Westside issues at forefront

Civil Beat Shares University of Hawaii Salaries

Telescope plan advances: Mauna Kea board sends application to UH-Hilo chancellor

More Abuse in Long Term Care: Wahiawa man charged with sexually assaulting a Queen's patient

CODA to Launch All-Electric Sedan in Hawaii

Proposed coal ash rule would impact Hawaii

Island birds vulnerable to global warming

Maryland hostage-taker listed Maui as hometown (Here’s what happens to people who believe in the Cult of Gore)

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Wednesday, September 01, 2010
September 1, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 967 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Early voting sites open Friday

Hilo debate: Hannemann applauded for smack down of Abercrombie on Akaka Bill

Hawaii GOP Chairs Tells Christians To Shun Hannemann

Inouye: “Rail is just a promise”

Finnegan: Education a passion

Cutting out the middleman: HSTA boss Takabayashi running for School Board

Campaign law limits rights, suit says

City Councilman Apo resigning to work for new Disney resort

Kauai Senate Candidates address parks, hospitals

WHT: District 7 and 8 candidates take on impact fees and ag issues

Prevedouros' aim is stopping rail

Carlisle draws multiparty support

Kelly “GTMO” Greenwell to face trial Oct. 26

Candidates rate drugs as top issue

Enviros: Our latest scheme will jack up Hawaii electric rates

Absent worker, alleged thief still got paid by the state

Army study: Radioactive residue is not a hazard

Neighbor is charged under hate crime law

Hawaii visitor arrivals jump for eighth straight month

Police investigate two cases of children assaulting teachers (Just another day in the DoE)

Abercrombie says he made a mistake accusing website of being a Republican front

Judge rejects challenge to Kauai Republican's candidacy for a House seat

Candidate questionnaires designed to protect union bosses against complaints about endorsements from union members 

NPR: Trouble In Paradise: Hawaii Waits For Drought Relief

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Tuesday, August 31, 2010
August 31, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 613 Views :: Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Sierra Club Vice Chair: “Killing TMT will cause another drop in Sierra Club membership and stature; it is the Superferry all over again”

Rep. Djou to host Honolulu Job Fair Sept. 9

Shapiro: Mufi and Neil debate like Big Time Wrestling

Cachola and Kobayashi helping Abercrombie attack Hannemann?

Recktenwald a solid choice

Settle DOE autism case now

Can Hawaii Student Test Scores Be Trusted?

Aiona responds to email calling him the only 'righteous' candidate

AP: Aiona is lone "righteous" candidate

ILind: Be very afraid: Campaign Spending law faces major legal challenge

Homeless Safe Zones were a disaster in Honolulu 20 years ago

A new national policy promises to untangle the maze of laws and regulations that currently govern our precious marine resources

Students given chance to remove names from schools' list given to military recruiters

Developer feuds with Kauai County over huge Kealia project

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Monday, August 30, 2010
August 30, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 738 Views :: Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Reps. Marumoto and Thielen back Minority Leader Finnegan

Who Is Hawaiian, What Begets Federal Recognition, and How Much Blood Matters?

Lingle: Whole state is proud of Waipio All-Stars

Beck, Palin, and Martin Luther King

Feds deny waiver for Hawaii’s illegal 2010 election schedule

CB: No Public Accountability for Rail PR Contracts (money going to father of Honolulu Weekly publisher)

SA: “Be not deceived”  (Republicans push to keep base out of Democratic primary)

'Yes We Care' fund to help families of Waipio Little League team

(Last Minute) Interest in service defines Caldwell

SA, Dems hope GOP loses Hemmings' seat

The nonpartisan primary election hurdle

Alleged Sovereignty Mortgage Scammer questions Naval Training exercises

Obama benefits from Birtherism, hypes it

State pushes to host future Obama library

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Sunday, August 29, 2010
August 29, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1076 Views :: Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics, World News, World Politics

Restoring Honor: Glenn Beck rallies 500,000 on anniversary of “I have a Dream” speech

Waipio All-Stars win US Little League Championship

University of Hawaii Study: Native Hawaiians Fear Violence

Aiona says Dems plan to raise excise taxes

Hawaii doctors, ophthalmologists endorse Aiona

Atheists on warpath over letter by GOP Chair

Same-sex couples in Hawaii look to California

HGEA dragging Kona Hospital down

$75 million blueprint for change: Isles' Race to the Top plan is encouraging, say veteran school watchers (dreams)

SA: Some schools will be cut (reality)

Shakedown artists panic: Overhaul of land-use regulations being rushed

Pearl Harbor lures more Chinese tourists with World War II legacy

Maui’s foreclosure picture ‘not pretty’

For Obama, Steep Learning Curve as Chief in Time of War

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Saturday, August 28, 2010
August 28, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 740 Views :: Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Will wandering Republicans be Mufi’s hope or Hawaii’s salvation?

Secretary Duncan's Race to Waste Your Education Dollars

Progressives Against Progress: The rise of environmentalism poisoned liberals’ historical optimism

Candidates seek last-minute donations

Carlisle: I'm No Elephant—FALSE

Council, Caldwell seek tax changes: Bills would give homeowners a rebate and base rates on property use

Honolulu Mayoral Candidates All Promise Faster Access to Building Permits

SA: Reduce e911 system tax

State building stands vacant

Electrical company sues to overturn a ban on political advertising by state contractors

Candidate running from prison cell: Seeks to fill Rod Tam’s shoes

Haleakala Telescope meeting draws many views

Former Maui officer agrees to pay donors in deal

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Friday, August 27, 2010
August 27, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1039 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Rep Pat Saiki challenges Adrienne King’s endorsement claim

Oshiro and Okino vie for chance to face Republican Kong Nov. 2

Lieutenant governor's job has potential -- for irrelevancy 

Candidates for governor criticize forged letter

Shapiro: Carlisle and GOP agree: He’s not a Republican

Birds of a feather: Family of former mayor Frank Fasi endorse Mufi Hannemann

Inouye Says Lingle Wrong To Call Him Overly Dramatic: Senator Says He's Truthful About Rail Transit Jeopardy

Mufi’s going away present: Honolulu to study how to pay for $5 billion sewer upgrades

Star-Advertiser wants Green Police to inspect your trash

Suit against state over autism case is reinstated (What the DoE doesn’t do)

Year could be school's last: A vote in November might decide the fate of Queen Liliuokalani Elementary in Kaimuki (What the DoE does do)

Report: Hawaii's hotel occupancy up 4.4%

In Hawaii, and on the mainland, credit card debt is declining

West Maui council candidates meet voters at community forum

Maui County Council Says No! to the New York Times

Honolulu Deputy Prosecuting Attorney Scott Bell is Named “Prosecutor of the Year”

Caught on tape: Fire tornado on Hawaii's Big Island

NJ schools chief fired after Race to the Top gaffe

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Thursday, August 26, 2010
August 26, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1477 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics, World News, World Politics

Prevedouros: Fiscal irresponsibility, not the Governor, is blocking Rail

Senate’s Key Republican Akaka Bill backer failing in Alaska primary

Full Text: Hawaii DoE submitted error in first round of Race to The Top application

RTTT “farce”? HSTA, progressives already scheming to fudge accountability requirements

CJ-Appointee Recktenwald's ICA Opinions

ILind Flashback: Hannemann arrested for assaulting police officer

ILind: Neil Abercrombie’s 1977 “F*** You” letter

RTTT: Consequences for failure unclear

Recktenwald tells judiciary committee he 'embraces' strength of Hawaii constitution

Lingle says rail approval may have to wait for next governor

“Don’t look at me” Inouye set to deflect blame for Rail failure

U.S. visa process gets easier

Poll shows many interested in interisland ferry

Hannemann's Honolulu Hale Examined

Ill-timed negative ad a step backward for Hannemann

Business Exec Disavows Anti-Mufi “Smear” Letter As Forgery

Abercrombie wants Feds to pick up tab for Malpractice Insurance

Waikiki man charged with forcing a girl into prostitution

About-FACE: After Hannemann’s departure, Honolulu is doing a 180 on housing issues

Kauai Democrats sue to oust GOP candidate

Hawaii Ethics Commission seeks new director

Chief Perry wants to keep leading KPD

Kahana Valley families living in limbo

Boat owners on Hawaii's Big Island protesting new fees

Community college enrollment rises 7 percent

Wherever it lands, UH must pony up travel subsidies

Two recent escapes from state hospital draw concern

Honolulu agrees to accept tons of trash

Rush Limbaugh Touts Benefits of Hawaii made E-Cigarettes, Slams FDA

Judicial Committee Unanimously Confirms California's First Filipina-American Chief Justice

Gaza Flotilla participant brings terrorist agit-prop show to Hilo

Liberal activist allegedly flips out, stabs Muslim Cabbie 

Ground Zero Mosque Developer: Mosque Could Accommodate 1,000 Worshippers

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Wednesday, August 25, 2010
August 25, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 860 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Democrats make up 70% of poll respondents—But Aiona #1 in favorability

Hannemann Campaign: Abercrombie is 2 points ahead

Djou: RTTT “is just the beginning”

Lingle: RTTT “would not have been possible without Matayoshi”

Aiona: RTTT selection result of shared commitment to education reform

Meet the “moderate” Muslim behind the Ground Zero Mosque

Inouye goes negative on Ed Case for going negative on Hannemann 

Abercrombie fundraiser: “I would come see the devil for Willie Nelson” says attendee

Police: Naeole-Beason complaint filed (The magnificent and glorious Hawaii County Council)

Former Student Member of Education Board 'Can't Sugarcoat Toguchi's Horrible Leadership'

Caldwell, Hannemann smarting from Kalihi tax flap

New flood maps may force Hawaii residents to purchase insurance

Public input sought on Senate vacancy

Leader of Calif-Hawaii drug ring gets 27 years

Hawaii man sues: claims video game is too addicting

Hawaii receives grant to control health insurance premiums

Dem Moneyman buys Winter White House: Obama planning to retire to Kailua?

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Tuesday, August 24, 2010
August 24, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 766 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics

Ed Case: “Prevedouros and Carlisle are the change candidates against status quo Caldwell”

Terrorism? Sovereignty activists prove UHH Professor’s unspoken point

Democrats Want to Slam Small Businesses with Massive Tax Hike: Where’s Hanabusa? 

Polling: Aiona’s favorability equal to Democrats’

RTTT: Hawaii gets $75 million

Board designates judge qualified

Hannemann defends against attacks from Case

Ed Case’s Hate machine?

Unity: Dan Inouye forces Democrat candidates to join saimin eating contest

Carlisle holds strong lead

Pacific Islanders suing state over health plan

State Report: Abolish Hawaii Teacher Standards Board

Hawaii State Financial Report 14 Months Late

Honolulu agrees to accept tons of trash

Omidyar’s Civil Beat joins anti-Depleted Uranium scam

Maui Could Be First County To Protect Aquarium Fish 

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Monday, August 23, 2010
August 23, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 777 Views :: Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Voters react to Abercrombie, Hannemann personas: "I'm just really tired of all of this BS"

SA: Abercrombie gets backing from Case

HNN/SA Poll reports Lt Gov numbers (It’s Schatz vs Sakamoto)

SA: Ruling on burials highlights need for careful planning (could kill rail)

State cuts 97 polling places: Some worry that fewer sites will sink voter turnout even lower

Hawaii Has 6th Lowest Unemployment Rate: Hawaii Labor Force Fell By 1,700 In July

Hotel revenue up for first half of 2010

Panos Prevedouros: ‘A civil engineer is the perfect professional for the job’

7 vie for Djou's old Council seat

Republican Beth Fukumoto tries to find a middle ground with Hawaii voters

OHA considers legal action to protect cultural sites against Army Stryker vehicles?

Kauai Utility offers millions to protect seabirds

Hawaii Passes on Chance of Female Chief Justice

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Sunday, August 22, 2010
August 22, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 863 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Ed Case: Abercrombie, Aiona “both honest, independent, experienced candidates”

Abercrombie has edge (49-44 over Hannemann)

Holding course: Recktenwald likely will not alter the high court's direction (Nomination approved by SA)

Obama, Djou deliver dueling addresses

Poll about the Poll says: More residents leaning toward absentee voting

Emily Naeole’s husband flees state, alleges domestic violence, threats

State attorney general accepts Rego case

Secret meeting yields ad hoc committee: Board creates group to determine clinic's future

Hannemann Plan To Revive Superferry Sinking Fast: Federal Government Expects To Outbid All At Ferry Auction

Forced farming in DHHL’s new “Green” project

Are you paying your neighbor to cut his electric bill?

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Sunday, August 22, 2010
August, 2010 Letters to the Editor
By Letters to the Editor :: 647 Views :: Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics

No reason to pull a Democrat ballot Sept 18

A threat from the Carroll Campaign 

Unrecorded Honolulu Council meetings

Same Sex Automatons

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Saturday, August 21, 2010
August 21, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 991 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, World News, World Politics

Rep. Djou Statehood Day address carried nationwide: “We can cut $1.3 trillion right now”

Hawaii Statehood: Tiny 1959 opposition was anti-Japanese, not anti-American

Prince Kuhio: The bridge from Kingdom to State

Our American Triumph: Civil Rights and Hawaii Statehood

After 6 years: Newspaper Guild signs contract with Tribune-Herald

Nonaka: Republican Poll for Carlisle Doesn't Exist

Djou meets with small businesses

Maui, Kona TEA Party groups back King for Lt Governor

Debate: Hannemann hammered over negative mailer 

Debate: Hannemann blames others for Kalihi tax hikes

Hannemann still waffles on Civil Unions

HNN profiles Duke Aiona

CB: Hannemann = Aiona in Hawaii Family Forum Survey

Gay Palimony Suit Filed In Hawaii: Lesbian Couple Fights Over Assets

HGEA Neutral on Say, AFL-CIO backs Synan as labor, gays team up for revenge

Hospital governors meet in secret to discuss taxpayer loans to Alii Health Center

$11,000 in tax credits: Are you buying your neighbor’s electric smugmobile?

Honolulu Harbor gets federal stimulus money

Civil Beat Shares Hawaii State Employee Salaries

Bedbugs Challenge Homeless Shelters

Kauai County plans to refile 32 counts of incest

Overseas Filipino Workers in Islam Nations to Suffer Anew in Month of Ramadan

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Friday, August 20, 2010
August 20 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 778 Views :: Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Senate sets day to consider Recktenwald appointment

Property tax quadruples for needy families in Kalihi (Thanks for the $13,000 tax bill, Mufi)

Mufi’s Friday the 13th Attack

Hannemann’s Claims Don’t Match His Record

Mufi’s fake “Brown Guy”?

SA on HD32 Race: 4 making initial run at elective office

Caldwell get it wrong on Hawaii Constitution, Nuclear Power

Council sets fine for haste with big trash

Lights Out: Birds Trump Friday Night Football

Political underdog John Carroll complains he is being ignored

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Thursday, August 19, 2010
August 19, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1066 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics

Djou working to resolve issues caused by Micronesia Compact

Full Text: Hawaii Family Forum/Hawaii Catholic Conference 2010 Voter Guide

Duke Aiona unveils jobs plan

Governor seeks public input on candidates to fill two Senate vacancies

Hawaii State Assessment: Complete school-by-school results

Human Trafficking: Hawaii a standout on “Dirty Dozen” list

Voter Registration Forms Due Today for Sept 18 Primaries

High court upholds burial site challenges: Burial council will not have last word (Big victory for shakedown artists)

Aiona Challenges Rail Project Job Claims

Aiona calls for more business tax credits

Another Hannemann Lie busted: “City Council Never Overrode a Veto” --FALSE

Abercrombie lifts weights to force gay marriage on Hawaii

God In Government? Mayoral Candidates Respond

CD1 Race: National Republicans to stay off airwaves again

5 vying for open seat see jobs, crime as top issues

Sheriff vs Judiciary over bailiffs, staffing?

Star-Advertiser vs Free Speech

Gay atheist lobby: Hawaii anti-gay marriage campaign used as model for California Prop 8?

Shapiro: Muzzle Republicans, Build Mosque

City considers Kailua-Kaneohe sewage tunnel

Council Postpones Vote On Fireworks Ban

Big Island Dopers March Held For Jailed Marijuana Activist

911 transcripts: GTMO Greenwell arrest

911 Taxes Don’t Fund 911 Service

Satellite Firms Get Broadband Stimulus Funds to serve Hawaii

Hawaii TEA Party joins Arpaio, others at border rally

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Wednesday, August 18, 2010
August 18, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 981 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics

Shapiro: Politicians (Hannemann, Caldwell) need to get over the plantation-era bigotry

Embattled State Sheriffs Grilled By Lawmakers (Department lacks sufficient handcuffs)

Teachers prevail in back-pay case  (25,000 teachers ripped off by DoE since 1996 and HSTA did nothing)

State Loses $240 Million on Controversial Securities

Testifiers seek hold on bag ban ordinance: Say clearer rules, information on enforcement, more time needed

3500 rally for Abercrombie in Hilo

Hawaii Sierra Club endorsing Hanabusa, Hirono and Hooser (triple albatross)

SA: 3 Democratic candidates differ on taxes and gambling

UH ranks as 159th best in annual U.S. News list

Hawaii's state budget deficit violates constitution (not exactly…)

Hawaii judges’ financial disclosures now available online

Indians Make U.S. Take Out the Trash

Residents to protest land sold to 'Iolani

GOP reveals midterm blueprint

Big Island voters won't decide on referendums

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Tuesday, August 17, 2010
August 17, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 758 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Prop. 8 ruling ignores precedent, evidence and common sense

Heritage: Solutions for America

Mismanagement Zoo: Honolulu burns $3M to demolish kiosk and put up sign

SA: Hannemann spins facts to run down Abercrombie

Statewide Voter registration hits new record (26,000 new voters)

SA spreads confusion to save BoE from well-deserved oblivion

SA: Land rules changes overdue  (OHA to gain monopoly on shakedown operations)

HTF: Figuring Who To Vote For In Upcoming Elections

Hawaii Abortion Critics Opt Not to Endorse Djou

Hawaiian Electric Industries: Don't Count on Its Dividend

Waipahu Food Assistance Office Is Empty — and It's Not for Lack of Need, Nor Is It A Bad Thing

Hawaii lawmakers hold several off-session hearings

Hawaii Democrats will keep candidates on ballot

State ERS fund posts 3-month loss of $761M

Kaiser losses up to $5.1M—will seek rate hike

BOE expected to formally delay planned Kohala consolidation

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Monday, August 16, 2010
August 16, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 852 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Djou in WSJ--“Birthright Citizenship: A GOP Achievement”

Hawaii Progressives target Gabbard, express “enthusiasm” for molester’s buddy Rep. Joe Bertram

Great news: Rep. Lyla Berg still taking grief for “Islam Day”

Mufi: “Candidate of corporate and political elite”

Legislators and their greasy palms

Campaign 2010: top mayoral candidates face off

City Council member will ask the Outdoor Circle to support a ban on campaign placards larger than 8 square feet

Dog bite victim not pleased with police response

Lawmakers to question Sheriff Division

Three Hawaii Pacific Health hospitals earn AHA recognition

Persistent drought draining Big Island residents' wallets

Anti-GMO fraudsters gather on Kauai

Flotilla Survivor Criticizes Israelis: Hawaii Woman Claims Attack Was Act Of Piracy

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Sunday, August 15, 2010
August 15, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 874 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

CJ-Appointee Recktenwald: Eleven Supreme Court Opinions

State Zoning Statutes As "Environmental" Laws - More On HAWSCT's Ala Loop Decision 

Hannemann stabs Caldwell in back: Caldwell retaliates “I own homelessness”

New pick, same judicial evaluation process

HCF:  Let the governor appoint the Board of Education and be held accountable

Investigation would help clarify activities at airport

Was Bunda resigned before running for LG? Ask the Senate President.

Primary Registration ends Thursday: Voter Registration up by 1.8% all time high 

Marijuana Minister Christie has $34K in cash seized by feds, trial delayed 71/2 months

Maui County Democrats to host Gaza Terrorist Aid Flotilla

Hawaii hotel occupancy tops 80 percent

Hawaiian Bicentennial: Celebrating two centuries of island unification

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Saturday, August 14, 2010
August 14, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 946 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics

Djou on KITV: "Voters voted against the establishment...I look forward to November"

Rasmussen: Only 26% of Americans strongly approve of Obama

The Federal Policy Landscape Is Now More Favorable to Wind Energy than at Any Other Time in the Past Decade

Lingle chooses Recktenwald as chief justice

Hanabusa backs Recktenwald: Rejection of Leonard part of scheme to deprive Lingle of third nomination

Abercrombie hits Hannemann on “bullying and mismanagement”

Hannemann: Chinatown residents are “NIMBYS”, Abercrombie  is “absurd and false”

Carlisle Chooses Concert Over Community Forum

Mayoral Candidates Exchange Barbs

Progressives fear Prevedouros victory

Abercrombie refunds donations, gets them back

Abercrombie’s Half-Truth: My Offshore Drilling Bill Would Have Helped With BP Oil Spill

Kauai: Democrats-only LG Debate

Maui: Four candidates eligibility challenged

SA: Candidate criticizes own (sic) party for disqualification move

Case Family Democrat Advertiser: 'Bridge' funding welcomed

SA: No bad guys in farmers' plight (so sayeth the voice of landed aristocracy)

Oahu electricity prices reach 2-year high

Cultural practitioner or squatter?  State ejects canoe builder from park

Hawaii lawmaker plans resolution to ban N-word

GTMO Greenwell demands jury trial for resisting arrest

Obama hammered for support of triumphal Mosque at Ground Zero

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Friday, August 13, 2010
August 13, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 841 Views :: Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics

Carlisle Skips Salt Lake Forum: “Something about demographics”

Democratic gov candidates off to an uninspiring start

Massive failure hidden in DoE’s recent test score improvements

Hannemann still dogged by Pittsburgh fundraiser

Another Hannemann Lie: “I Alone Went to Public Schools”

Floating nuclear plant stirs interest and apprehension

State bar's evaluation process for judges is inherently unfair

Officials To Move Kakaako Homeless: Illegal Campers On The Move Again

Enviros try to force Bunda off the Ballot

Election Season on Kauai: Bynum and Asing trade barbs over unfairness and half-truths

VIDEO: Kohala Middle School rallies against consolidation

Hawaii video game industry added $23M to economy

FBI agents bust 14 in mortgage fraud

Foreclosures finally drop in Hawaii

Justice delayed for military voters: Department ignores states' likely refusal to comply with ballot rules

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Thursday, August 12, 2010
August 12, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1116 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics, World News, World Politics

Flip-Flop-Flip: Hannemann again refuses to take position on Gay Civil Unions

Time tight for Akaka Bill-but Akaka claims to have the votes

Changes proposed to state land rules: The first revisions in 16 years involve shoreline boundaries and permits

Debate: Hannemann, Abercrombie bicker over “agenda”

Abercrombie unable to think of any achievements other than winning elections and showing up

Democrat Candidates skirt chances to provide specific plans

Caldwell: 'The Number One Job of the City is To Create Jobs for All of Us.'

Pittsburgh Fundraiser:  Hannemann campaign, aide agree to pay small fine

The Hill: Vulnerable Dems support state aid bill

US Congressman Djou Condemns N. Korea for Detainment of South Korean Boat

ILind: Brian Schatz is not raking in the bucks from a non-profit sinecure at a Democrat slush-fund, really

Maui HD 11: Molester associates Bertram and Halperin demand criminals be let out of jail: Bertram also demands more marijuana

Republican Dudek stays on ballot: Judge blocks Election Commission from giving Donna Mercado Kim a free ride

Nishiki is target of rivals at Kula candidates forum

Kenoi: No $100 Aina Lea dinner

3 Big Island courthouses to close

Report: Area unsafe:  PTA visitors Professional protesters speak up about having to sign a safety waiver

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Wednesday, August 11, 2010
August 11, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 984 Views :: Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics

Abercrombie part of Democratic Socialists of America Caucus at Democratic National Convention

City, State, EPA agree to Federal consent decree for Honolulu sewage treatment

Inouye, minions challenge Governor over $26B pork package 

Mufi donors: Pay-to-Play SSFM leads pack

Mayoral campaign: Prevedouros calls for nuclear power

HGEA rejects molester’s employer Cabanilla (And still deciding on Say)

HGEA announces endorsements

Sierra Club endorsement: Another albatross around Abercrombie's neck

Brian Schatz: “Hemp as a crop, is an idea that should be explored….”

Anonymous Army rehab program gains support

Hawaii bases could escape DoD budget cuts

Lingle Eyes China For More Tourism Help

Hawaii Kai farmers face 25-fold rent hike

Na Wai Eha: Streams flow again — along with controversy and conflict 

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Tuesday, August 10, 2010
August 10, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1140 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Maui News, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics, World News, World Politics

Same-Sex Marriage Judge Finds That a Child Has Neither a Need Nor a Right to a Mother

Excess of $1.4B found in 186 Hawaii Special Funds

BoE Chair Toguchi speaks out against appointed BoE

Djou attends Iraq mobilization ceremony of former unit

Individual right to sue for “clean and healthful environment”? State moves for reconsideration

Hirono, Djou Split On Funding Bill

Gay activists continue to hound Calvin Say

Cayetano: Mufi is King of Smears

Rail drives Hannemann contributions, Abercrombie gets D.C. support

HGEA Backs Hannemann; HSTA Abercrombie

Endorsement: HSTA albatross hung around Abercrombie's neck

DePledge: HD 43, HD 31 races competitive

Hawaii Bar Association reconsiders rating rule

Parents working 16 hour days to save children from DoE

KITV Exclusive: Embattled DOT Deputy Quits

Collaborate on APEC security

Hawaii legislators seek feedback from the homeless (Still pushing for Honolulu’s own tent city hell.)

Big Island marijuana advocate to remain behind bars

Kauai judge dismisses 2 criminal cases calls prosecutor’s conduct “egregious”

Hawaiian Electric Industries posts higher profit

American Engineer Convicted of Selling Military Secrets to China

Peak Oil cult leader dies in hot tub: Profited from wild claims of doom?

LA Times Obituary: Robert Aitken dies at 93; American Zen master

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Monday, August 09, 2010
August 9, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1250 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Akaka, Inouye meet with Reid over Akaka Bill

Ed Case: Racism and localism in Hawaii politics has dark side

Shapiro: Djou a true test for GOP

Abercrombie Donors: Not Pay-for-Play Mitsunaga leads pack

Group urges people to vote for appointed education board (two BoE members call for appointed Board)

Terror grips Maui, Molokai, Big Isle as fate of several Hawaii schools in hands of BOE members

DoE Team prepares to bid for $75M RTTT grant

Koller: DOE's bungling of lunch program shows need for comprehensive audit

Abercrombie: Hannemann Left Honolulu in 'Worst Financial Position of Any City I Can Imagine'

Hanabusa’s Half-Truth: I Cut Waste and "Saved Us Millions"

Honolulu mayoral hopefuls to debate

DOJ to meet Sen. Cornyn after stalling on MOVE (Hawaii’s illegally late Primary date)

Hawaii Army National Guard Soldiers Mobilize For Afghanistan

Hawaii sugar grower working to power Navy (Next Big Thing #1)

A project in Waikiki hopes to harness deep-sea water to power air conditioning (Next Big Thing #2)

Some Kalama Valley residents express concern over proposed residential development

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Sunday, August 08, 2010
August 8, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1499 Views :: Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics, World News, World Politics

Mufi’s Republican Army: The Bush Family Connection

Leonard Appointment: How they voted

The 'Birthers' Began on the Left

Djou on MSNBC: “We’ve lost 2.5 million jobs since the stimulus package was created. That’s not progress.”

Borreca: “Lingle stumbles in effort to remake state Judiciary” (How Recktenwald lost favor)

Kauai prosecutor prosecutes former boyfriend for crime she is implicated in

Looking at the Bar Association Board

Hanabusa promises to raise your taxes

Democrats scrap over ads; Aiona stays upbeat

Abercrombie: “Confrontation, finger-pointing and name-calling”

State agency clears Honolulu rail contracts (decision backs Hannemann over Abercrombie)

Anti-Superferry protesters target Navy sonar (again)

Costs piling up two years into Molokai water lawsuit

Juror: Without DNA evidence, Makanani walks on sex assault

Seed money: A koa plantation on the Big Island courts investors to buy tiny trees and then reap rewards over 25 years

UH professor helps boost Vietnam's clinics

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Saturday, August 07, 2010
August 7, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 583 Views :: Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Lingle: “Senators revealed their true colors”

Aiona challenges Hannemann and Abercrombie to speak up on Leonard confirmation

Rejected 14-8 by Senate Democrats: Judge Leonard had more judicial experience than Elena Kagan

April 7, 2010: Hawaii Senate “Urging Governor to use and consider gender equity when appointing judges”

This Day in History: Truman Announces Hiroshima Bombing

Abercrombie: “The only thing Hawai‘i exports right now is garbage”

ILind: Kyo-ya execs campaigned for Hannemann while seeking city variances for new Waikiki hotel

Hanabusa’s Senate rejects high court pick

Woman with Hawaii roots likely to lead California courts

Shapiro: Senate, Bar Association “drive-by shooting” of Leonard

Gay Advertiser still trying to use Walker’s decision to create gay marriage in Hawaii

Blow to anti-Superferry activists: Maui Council puts brakes on district voting

KITV Exclusive: Kauai Airport Supervisor Admits To Theft

Cronies cheer as Hamakua farm project takes shape

'Birthers' fade after passage of law against them

Israeli diplomat arrives to help state with water and geothermal projects

Hawaii National Guard helicopter unit to deploy

Still time to Register to vote in next month's primary election

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Friday, August 06, 2010
August 6, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1159 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics, World News, World Politics

Mufi does it again in Debate: “Screaming, yelling, ranting, raving, finger pointing, name-calling” Abercrombie: I am Dan Inouye

Politico: Abercrombie leans on Pelosi for help

WaPo: As Hawaii Democrats battle, RGA goes up with ads

RGA ad for Duke Aiona: “People want their leaders to be positive, not divisive and negative”

Djou, Micronesian Ambassador: “Status quo is not working”  

CB “Mostly True”: Neil's Congressional Performance "Dead Last"

Katherine Leonard fails to get support of Hawaii Senate Committee on Judiciary and Government Operations

Borreca: Moon was right about bar's role in picking judges

Case Family Star Advertiser: Legislature should be undeterred in recognizing same-sex civil unions 

Hawaii's unemployment claims down 7.7%

Scared straight: The Hawaii Meth Project educates isle students about the horrors of using "ice" through real-life anecdotes

Council panel bows to snobs OKs proposal to ban fireworks

County Drops Trespassing Charge Against Census Worker

Molokai vets group might take dispute to courtroom

Leprosy Patient Admits Smuggling Drugs: Drugs Would Have Been Distributed At Kalaupapa

Hawaii DHS rated high in helping disabled get high-paying jobs

Hawaii senators say state would get $39 million from federal aid legislation

UH-Manoa completes work on pair of residential towers

Hoku Corp.'s losses tied to spending on Idaho polysilicon plant

NYT: Governments Go to Extremes as the Downturn Wears On

DMZ Hawaii teams up with North Korean front groups in DC

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Thursday, August 05, 2010
August 5, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1187 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Congress.org: "Abercrombie is a follower"

FULL TEXT: Federal Judge rules Calif. gay marriage ban unconstitutional

Lingle pushes for Leonard

SA EDITORIAL: Confirm Leonard nomination

Leonard appointment: Lingle prepared to bust Democrats stalling tactics

Pelosi endorses Abercrombie, Responds to Mufi commercial

Labor King: Another Mufi Lie busted by Omidyar’s Abercrombie lovin’ CB

Taking over: Steve Case’s ownership in ML&P now at 62.8 percent

California's Proposition 8 ruling to affect Hawaii's fight over civil unions

Shapiro: No marriage right spelled out in Constitution 

Ruling energizes civil-union advocates: Both supporters and opponents look to a possible Supreme Court decision in the case

Homosexual assault on Calvin Say to be tried August 9

SHOPO endorses Pacarro for prosecutor

WaPo: FedEx, Northrop Grumman give to Inouye’s pet projects

DoE Targets Molokai school for closure -- 16 miles to next school

Hawaii census worker due back in federal court today

National Review plugs Hawai`i Free Press

Omidyars join others in donation pledge

"JOBENOMICS" Author in Hawaii to pitch Paakea Quarry expansion(???), foreign investor tax credits

A tropical fish collecting ban?

State Rep. Denny Coffman named Legislator-in-Residence at UH-Manoa

County challenging candidate's residency claims

Runway Under Water? Honolulu Planners Seek Study of Climate Change Impacts on Transportation

NYC: Abandoned elevated rail system transformed into magnificent park

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Wednesday, August 04, 2010
August 4, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 904 Views :: Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics

Hawaii 3rd most indebted state

Even with furloughs, Edison curriculum turns around 14 failing Hawaii DoE schools

Hawaii Right-to-Life announces 2010 Political Endorsements

Bank bailouts: Maxine Waters faces ethics charges—Inouye next?

Caught on VIDEO: Thief steals Arakawa for Mayor signs in Wailuku

Leonard's ability to lead is doubted by Taniguchi (Dems continue to prepare the “We don’t like you” excuse)

Shapiro: Katherine Leonard: Judgment by character assassination

Hawaii Progressives attack Leonard

Hannemann busted on another lie:  Endorsements by Business Groups

Shapiro: Mufi=Kim jong Il?

Big isle Incumbents Fuel Campaigns With Off-Isle Money

Kauai County manager proposal killed

Rod Tam's Meal Expenses Drop 60% Amid Probes

City ending trash contract

Small isle charities risk losing IRS status

Anti-Superferry commission unable to waive EIS for enviro projects, SA complains bitterly

PUC nears decision on Pasha request for interisland service

Parking fee thief sentenced to probation

Smart Grids Stumble in Hawaii, Baltimore

Hawaii to help Alaska with foster care

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Tuesday, August 03, 2010
August 3, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 957 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Lingle: Bar Association refuses to state its reasons for ‘unqualified’ ratings

Poll: Djou leads by 8% margin

Gallup: Hawaii conservatives outnumber liberals, state tops in moderates

Caught on VIDEO: Thief steals Arakawa for Mayor signs in Wailuku

Young leaders of GOP want value-added campaigns

Gay Activists accuse Calvin Say of abandoning wife and kids, investigate Speaker’s water bill

Billy Kenoi’s Proposed tax hike on disabled veterans withdrawn

Fund Race: Hannemann $3.1M, Aiona, $2.6M Abercrombie $2.0M

Caldwell Leads Mayoral Candidates In Fundraising: Carlisle May Win With Less Money

Bar association calls Leonard 'unqualified'

Hawaii State Bar: Leonard, Tootoo unqualified

Judges' 'unqualified' rating is slammed

Honolulu Prosecutor’s Office – 2010 and Beyond

Hawaii bankruptcy filings up 28 percent in July

Are Hawaii exports being counted properly?

Hawaii State Representatives Say and Tsuji Honored as BIO Legislators of the Year

Two companies to release Maui stream water as ordered by the state

KITV VIDEO: Jeremy Harris unsold coffee table books pile up at city hall

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Monday, August 02, 2010
August 2, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 668 Views :: Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Legislative races: Mainland “Gay Victory” money flowing to molester’s buddy Joe Bertram and HB444 sponsor Blake Oshiro

Duke Aiona: “Creating jobs now”

Anger over civil unions: Hawaii Dems predict loss of 3-6 seats in legislature

KHON profiles TEA Party candidate for State Senate

SA endorses lawsuit to enact HB444

Students, Fridays return to schools: As educators begin the new year, they face curriculum shifts and higher standards

Foreclosures hurt condos: Many face higher fees as some owners fail to pay

Fishpond protected by law may yet be sold: The DOT might use an older law to help in auctioning the land

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Sunday, August 01, 2010
August 1, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 781 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

“Birthers” smell profit in an Abercrombie governorship?

PAPAHĀNAUMOKUĀKEA Designated a World Heritage Site

Lambda: Hawaii Civil Unions suit demands recognition of new family structures, not “equality”

'Culture war' engulfs Hawaii Democrats

Mufi: “Neil has never spent a day in a serious private sector job”

Leonard: Antidote to the activist Supreme court which invented gay marriage, killed Superferry?

Think Tech: “Some people would like to keep the seat empty until Linda Lingle is gone”

Sweet Justice: Superferry protesters projects stymied by lack of EIS

AP: Hawaii: Haven for the homeless?  (Honolulu tent City being promoted all over mainland)

FACE: A city housing office could help … homelessness industry

SA: Sewer pact negotiations need more transparency

Kaneohe charter school evicted to make way for long-term care facility

Hawaii Progressives continue to pump their “Values” book

American Samoa tuna cannery may reopen

 

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Saturday, July 31, 2010
July 31, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1018 Views :: Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Abercrombie, if defeated in primary, refuses to endorse Hannemann

ILWU supports Kirk Caldwell in his campaign for mayor

CB busts another Mufi lie: “Only Candidate Who's Lived and Worked on Neighbor Islands” -- FALSE

Political Radar Puna HD 4: “Hapai could be competitive”

Dems running for Lt. Governor rev up campaigns (Sakamoto vs Hooser?)

BoE: Furlough moms campaign, face off with union boss and transsexual foster parent seeking reelection

$18K in Unreported Gifts: Lobbyists feeding legislators, staff throughout session

HECO’s Green Energy scam to take 2.3% more ‘green’ out of your pocket

Steve Case boosts investment in ML&P: AOL founder could have majority stake after stock sale done

Most of state's alleged stimulus jobs fall outside the private sector

Estimate of daily rail riders rises 21,300

Curfew time's up at public housing

SA takes another swipe at Hawaii Meth Project

School's eviction stands

Three Hawaii Diploma mills target of expose

Hawaii 90-year old robbed by ‘power of attorney’ scammers

Marine monument named World Heritage site

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Friday, July 30, 2010
July 30, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 780 Views :: Maui News, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Nat’l Dems on Hanabusa: "We now have sweetness and light in Hawaii — or at least we don't have a lot of darkness."

Hannemann vs Abercrombie at Neighborhood Board meeting: “yelling, screaming, ranting, raving, finger-pointing and name-calling”

Hannemann continues to push tent cities, Abercrombie channels Pol Pot

Djou: Raising $3.8 Trillion In New Taxes a Bad Idea, progressives attack

Federal Project Will Bring Hundreds Of Jobs, Eventually, Sort-of

Civil union opponents regroup after suit filed

Akaka Bill compared to Monty Python's dead parrot

ACT 221 Scammers endorse Abercrombie, Carpenters back Hannemann

Caldwell, Prevedouros File For Mayor, DelaCruz drops out of race

Enemy Propaganda from CB: Legislative Turnover? Not Going to Happen

Hawaii's Jews assess Abercrombie, Hannemann and more at Temple Emanu-El

Djou to speak at gay Republican event

Aloha Update: Hawaii In the Final Running For Educational Funds

Teachers still have their furlough days

SA: Fix immersion school testing

Visitors to Hawaii up for seventh straight month

Judge delays Hawaii garbage shipments to Washington

Koko Head Shooting teaches discipline, focus

Mililani Residents Vigorously Oppose Affordable Housing Complex: Hundreds Attend Neighborhood Board Meeting To Protest

Kalihi Valley Homes Emergency Curfew Lifted

Jury to deliberate fate of accused spy

Hawaii one of “least lazy” states

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Thursday, July 29, 2010
July 29, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 810 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics

Governor Lingle’s Legacy Anything but Narrow

Military Voter Act: US DoJ criticized for waiving Hawaii's illegally late Primary date

Djou renews call for Free Trade with South Korea

Djou: “Truth in Spending Act would force Congress to live by financial forecasts”

Hawaii gays, atheists grab for children as part of new legal strategy: Place issue in hands of Hawaii's judiciary (again)

SA to HSTA: DOE, unions must unite to win  (Unions still sabotage RTTT)

National Report: Only 3% of DoE Students graduate college in four years

CB busts Mufi, Neil in lies

Carlsmith Ball Chairman: Chief Justice of the Hawaii Supreme Court Nominee Katherine G. Leonard is Gifted, Highly Skilled, Well Balanced

Oregon Live: Lawsuit seeks to stop Hawaii trash headed to the Northwest

Hawaii's 2 former Superferrys await sale in Virginia shipyard

Hawaii Congressman Djou Calls for More Guam Funding

Embattled Councilman Tam Files For Mayor's Race, then goes to lunch

Hawaiian Electric to offer lower/higher electric vehicle charging rates

Hawaii sending last of tax refunds

HDR/Hawaii Pacific Engineers wins rail transit design contract

Big Island courthouses may close due to security shortage

Robbery suspect who was shot by father is ex Honolulu police officer 

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Wednesday, July 28, 2010
July 28, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 869 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

SA: A step forward for all Hawaiians (Eliminates one of the excuses for the Akaka Bill)

The Rundown: 17 competitive Legislative Races

Shapiro: CJ nominee Katherine Leonard faces the first blades

Judicial appointments will define Lingle's legacy

National Democrats reserve TV time in Hawaii to attack Djou

Firefighters back Caldwell for mayor

BOE Explores Bullying Solutions

DOE Lays Off 40 Workers: Education Officials Look To Cut $142 Million

Lawsuit seeks to raise age for public special education

Hawaii DoE “surprise pick” for RTTT

Diagnostic Laboratory Services: Amphetamine use up 70%

Grove Farm operates quarry at heiau site, “few rocks remain”

Smart grid rollout stalls in Hawaii

Public asked to comment on proposed lawsuit settlement without seeing it

Kauai: Planning Department employees hold second jobs

VIDEO: Police, Greenwell discuss Kona councilman’s arrest

GTMO Greenwell hopes to overturn 'Sunshine Law'

Big Island police seek witnesses to assault in a Hilo bar

Ex-officer gets 30 months in gun case: A history of violence has led to a federal term for Rik Orton

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Tuesday, July 27, 2010
July 27, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 990 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics

Featured on Glen Beck: Wallbuilders’ David Barton to speak at Maui, Oahu, Hilo, Kona events

Full Text: Day v Apoliona Decision

Campaign contributions: Inouye pushing for more Sandwich Isles Communications funding?

VIDEO: Djou on Fox Business News

Adrienne King on DoE: “The system is broken”

Hawaii named as one of 19 Race To The Top Finalists

From civil unions to taxes, Calvin Say keeps his cool (Case family Advertiser launches war on Calvin Say)

Chief justice appointee 'unqualified,' defense lawyer says

OHA hopes Akaka Tribe can be taken up as “filler” by busy Senate

VIDEO: Duke Aiona 30 minute interview with Sherry Bracken

Hannemann Wants To Revive Hawaii Superferry: Abercrombie tags plan as “fantasy”

CB to BoE: Show us the data

NRO: Latest from the Frontlines

Hawaii child welfare rankings drop

Post office naming Makes trouble in paradise

Honolulu exports worth more than $2 billion annually

Admitted Human Traffickers Got Federal Aid

Thai Workers Forced into Labor at Oahu Farm Wait for Justice

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Monday, July 26, 2010
July 26, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1649 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics

DoE spends $50M for free software

Eleven Opinions: Supreme Court Chief Justice nominee Katherine Leonard

Aiona sees objectivity as key to election win

Abercrombie stresses support for civil unions measure (Single issue candidate?)

Mufi’s wreckage: Repairs tab may top $32B

Shapiro: Do or Die for Hawaii GOP

Teachers head back to ‘full’ school year

Hawaii illegal alien worker law could be affected by Supreme Court case

AP: Life's a beach for some homeless in Hawaii  (Seattle Homelessness Industry demands Tent City in Hawaii)

NYC flies homeless to Hawaii

Dry conditions leave isle farms parched

Project to convert carbon dioxide emissions into fuel slated for Hawaii

Lingle Appoints Ito As Insurance Commissioner

Gallup: More States "Competitive" in Terms of Party Identification

Hawaii GOP Senate candidate calls self 'crazy'

Heftel's widow stops post office renaming

Trial of Census Worker Arrested pushed back to Aug 5, moved to Honolulu federal Court

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Sunday, July 25, 2010
July 25, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 647 Views :: Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Shapiro: Aiona is “the one who isn’t covered in mud yet”

Borreca: Abercrombie in audience throwing tomatoes

Surprise Lingle appointee Leonard will be looked at closely by the state Senate

City Lawyers Reluctant On Whether Mayor Violated Ordinance

DoE Immersion schools want to abandon English-language standardized tests

Kamehameha Litigants anonymity claim may get “en banc” hearing

SA: Tent cities for homeless could be stopgap solution (for a decade or so)

Man Accused of Deadly Shooting in American Samoa has Hawaii Connection

State's biggest public housing complex tries to close the door on bad perceptions

Foreclosures: Hawaii 1874 law seen as helping lenders, hurting consumers

$32 Million Earmarked For Green Energy Work

KGI: First ‘foul’ called in 2010 elections

Few UH officials disclose protocol spending

The public option

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Saturday, July 24, 2010
July 24, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 670 Views :: Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Legislative Scorecard released by Grassroot Institute

Big win for free speech: Senate Passes Anti-Libel-Tourism Law

Wind farm is Maui’s biggest tax deadbeat

If Dems win, LG could be Governor in four years

Hanabusa tries to undo damage from “Bum Information” comments

Hanabusa complains that Djou has gone to Washington

Hawaii unemployment 15.8% when discouraged workers are counted

Deadline for comments on Honolulu rail EIS extended to Aug. 16

HPD “screened”, ran “background checks” on list of union protesters prior to arrests

Poinography: Democrat legislative Staffer wins release of 2000 pages of Lingle administration documents

Arakawa hammers Tavares for buying “expensive koa table” with Homeland Security funds

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Friday, July 23, 2010
July 23, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 886 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics

Will rail plan collapse before November?

Supreme Court: Zoning Statutes Are "Environmental" Laws – individuals can now sue to enforce

Hawaii Leads in Wellbeing; West Virginia Ranks Last

Katherine Leonard picked as next Hawaii chief justice

Honolulu Special Elections To Be Held With Primary Sept. 18

Council chair: criminal probe into Tam's spending "unfortunate"

GOP fields candidate for Kauai seat: A law invoked that allowed for extra filing time did not apply, Democrats complain

Democrat Borreca: In Hawaii, ethnicity plays unspoken (sic) role in politics (Aims at Mufi, nails sovereignty movement)

Healthcare Bill Will Cost Hawaii Taxpayers $204 Million

CB: Big Wind Fuels a Torrent of Big Questions

Unemployment Extension Benefits 10,000 In Hawaii

Union workers arrested during Hyatt protest

Michael Savage Cannibal Comments Criticized (he’s too skinny)

Pentagon Faces Intensifying Pressures to Trim Budget

Retaliation: Kapa‘a man ‘traumatized’ after 3 KPD officers deliver warning for trespassing

Hawaii Co Council seeks Kohala consolidation reconsideration

Sovereignty Activists visit Grover Cleveland birthplace

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Thursday, July 22, 2010
July 22, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 870 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics

AtomicMonkey Reincarnated, picks up Abercrombie DSA story: Abercrombie supporters--“Its just going to get nastier”

Secret "DSAer"? Abercrombie’s Denial Raises More Questions

States That Pay The Most Taxes: Hawaii is #1

Featured on Glen Beck: Wallbuilders’ David Barton to speak at Maui, Oahu events

In DC: Hanabusa not invited to White House, lectures National Democrats on “Bum Information”

Djou on Fox News: “Every single dollar the government spends comes from a family”

GOP Senate candidate Cam Cavasso launches “Crazy” TV ad

Ka’auwai: Democrats shocked to face “Republican candidate in 95% of the legislative races”

Prevedouros: Mayoral election “a referendum on way City has been run”

Abercrombie accepts 4 debate invitations

Council to set date of mayoral election

Hawaii's major gubernatorial candidates address high tech at venture capital forum

GOP still has chance to field candidate against anti-Superferry protester Rep Herminia Morita

Politico: National Republicans plan boost for Djou, 8 others

Schools to move to online testing: Students can take an exam three times with best results counted to meet federal standards

Former HSTA Director: Furloughs Should Have Been on Paid Holidays Rather Than Fridays

May congressional special election cost $670K

Higa Ordered To Spend 200 Years In Prison

Senate Special Session to consider Lingle’s judicial appointments

Councilman Rod Tam Center Of Criminal Investigation

Carlisle resigns post to join mayor's race

Carlisle reflects on career as City Prosecutor

Hawaii Democrats squabble over naming post office after Cec Heftel

Report: Hawaii new-car sales basically flat for first six months

Lack of hot water persists for years at public housing

New City Bus Route To Serve Homeless at Barber's Point/Kalaeloa

Ballot Access News: Hawaii Candidate Filing Closes; Five Parties Will Have Nominees

BIW: HB444 -- needed to pass

Hawaii #2 in percentage of foreign-owned farmland

A bizarre extortion tale of the South Pacific

AL GORE SEX SCANDAL SHOCKER POLICE INVESTIGATE TWO MORE!

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Wednesday, July 21, 2010
July 21, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 828 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Djou: “We need more private sector jobs, not more public sector programs”

How Charles Djou can do it

Hannemann resigns, Hawaii governor's race officially starts

Off and Running: Hawaii GOP candidates running in nearly every race

Caldwell Becomes Acting Honolulu Mayor: He's The Incumbent, But Do Voters Know Who He Is?

Shapiro: Dumping trash on Apo is mayor's parting act

Waihee: Passage of Akaka Bill will benefit all Hawaii my cronies

A national report calls the state's reading and math standards "mediocre"

SA: Clear up doubts about Act 221

Life Site News: Hawaii Democratic Primary for Governor Splits Over Same-sex 'Marriage'

Abercrombie supporters tag Hannemann for use of race card

Drug-trafficking boss sentenced to 20 years

Hawaii Superferry fell short on paying required fees long before adverse court decision (Historical Revisionism)

Hawaii's oil addiction threatens our island way of life

Honolulu irradiation facility still on drawing board

Maui groups, county end water plant study dispute

Plan to truck Hilo waste to Kona stalled

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Tuesday, July 20, 2010
July 20, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1102 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics

“National Ocean Council” to impose “zoning”, sparks fears of recreational fishing ban

America's Ruling Class -- And the Perils of Revolution

Great news! Mufi Hannemann to resign as Honolulu Mayor today

OHA Claims 59 votes for Akaka Bill: 60 needed

Democrat Borreca: Keep raising taxes and don’t check on how the money is spent

Democrat Shapiro: Djou “low on food chain”

Aloun Farm owners deny threats

Abercrombie gave $33,000 to state Democratic Party

Hannemann announces new city mapping software

Thousands in Hawaii lose unemployment benefits

State delays making cuts to program for at-risk children

City clears Maili Point of homeless campers after officials say residents complained: Homeless man torches tent

72 dogs rescued during Leeward coast homeless sweep

GTMO Greenwell arrested after scuffle with police

Kaho‘ohalahala residency hearing comes to a close

UPDATE: Dela Cruz: Farm House Size Limit "Dead"

Hawaii Superferry shorted state

Grid Battery Maker Xtreme Power To Unfurl More Funding

Story of Kamehameha student might be filmed

Hawaii to Receive $740M for Military Construction Projects

The Future of Government?

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Monday, July 19, 2010
Letters to the Editor July, 2010
By Letters to the Editor :: 858 Views :: Maui News, Maui Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics

Hannemann’s Administration sued over Hauula Eminent case

Walden nails “another energy bunco scheme”

HB444: Gay lobby demonizes and criminalizes opposition

Lunalilo Home Road: Funding for street lights lapsed July 1

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Monday, July 19, 2010
July 19, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1074 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics

Abercrombie denies membership in Democratic Socialists of America, blames ‘birthers’

Djou “Rapidly becoming one of most active and outspoken US Reps”

Cayetano, Waihee, Progressives speak up for slavery:  Call for lenient sentencing

Boylan: “I think the Republicans have a shot at Governor”

CB: No, Mufi, That Wasn't "A Right Thing To Say"  (Mufi plays several race cards)

Honolulu Mayor: Carlisle tops poll, Panos second--Captain Kirk tries to stall Mayoral election ‘til November

Elected BoE member supports Appointed Board

Gallup: Obama 68% approval in Hawaii

Inouye hinting at new round of funding for Sandwich Isles Communications? 

Attacked by OHA, Kauai County: Kaua‘i Springs struggling

Nanakuli parcel needed for a construction landfill, not a park

With curfew rule expiring, officials will meet residents

Private tuition rises 'the bare minimum'

Seed Corn, Not Food or Fuel, Is Hawaii's Biggest Crop

Shapiro: UH sports fee wakes up students

U Hawaii Data Breach Echoes 2009 Incident

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Sunday, July 18, 2010
July 18, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1153 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics

$400M Medicare/Medicaid scam run by parent of Ohana Health Plan

KHON: Vote on Native Hawaiian government may come soon

Star-Advertiser plugs Mufi’s “Tent city for homeless?”  (Seattle's disaster pitched as model!)

Gubernatorial rivals court carpenters union

Carlisle Wins Carpenters’ Endorsement

Data cast some doubt on Act 221's benefits

Hawaii Cannabis Ministry founder ordered held without bail

Big Island Mayor's claim of frugality falls flat

Kauai Council refuses to post agendas, minutes, testimony online

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Saturday, July 17, 2010
July 17, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 867 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Prevedouros: Ten Billion Dollars and Counting Spells MISMANAGEMENT

Featured on Glen Beck: Wallbuilders’ David Barton to speak in Kahului

VIDEO: Djou calls for peace in Thailand

Gov. Lingle appoints Charlie Jencks to LUC

VIDEO: Djou on CNBC Worldwide Exchange

Djou co-sponsors “Hawaiian Home Ownership Opportunity Act”

Hannemann would veto civil unions (finally takes a position)

Abercrombie accuses Hannemann of holding "an orgy of self-promotion."

Lingle to appoint replacements as Bunda, Hooser resign

Hawaii Politburo Political Report to make big Media Splash (What progressives expect Abercrombie to do?)

Rail tax collections reach record high

Trash might sail in 2 weeks — cross your fingers

UH Computer Hack Likely Affected 53,000 Members

Big Isle farmer now tallies papaya loss at 13,000 trees

Maui Chamber endorses anti-Superferry Protesters’ Single-member districts Scam

Anti-Superferry protesters complain about Jencks appointment

Brewbaker: Real estate at low; hard times gone

GTMO Greenwell pushes to halt export of aquarium fish

Meth Dealer arrested by Feds after hunting accident in Hilo

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Friday, July 16, 2010
July 16, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 961 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Furloughs cause dramatic improvement in test scores

Djou ahead of the pack in campaign fundraising  (Old boys running out of cash)

Fulfilling sewer pact to cost city $4.7 billion (Almost as much as another Rail System)

SA: Stay on track on rail funding

City Council To Set Special Mayoral Election

Shapiro: Carlisle gets SHOPO’ed

How Green is Abercrombie? He Won't Show (But he drives a ‘93 Tercel)

Ward heeler Geo Yokoyama Lionized by Star-Advertiser  (he backs Abercrombie)

Power Struggle in Judiciary?  Moon rescinds all administrative orders

OHA supports changes to Hawaiian recognition bill

A few words from Djou and trash export is approved by Feds

Mayor imposes trash shipping deadline

Hawaii's first-time unemployment claims down by 6.3%

CB: Is the Bluest of States Bleeding Red?

Questions asked of Gov Lingle by media after HB444 Veto

Civil unions supporters launch 'buycott' campaign

New Report Shows 81.3 Percent Of Hawaii Small Businesses Eligible For Health Care Tax Credits

UH Board of Regents approve student athletic fee

'Resignation' bogus, musicians contend

Climate theory holds up despite some bad data (Hilarious)

Founder of ‘THC Ministry' seeking bail on marijuana charges

Hawaii County Ethics Commission declines to block Hamakua land sales

Midweek takes a swipe at pedophiles, ignores their friends in Legislature

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Thursday, July 15, 2010
July 15, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1112 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Aiona files for Governor: Talks jobs, education, clean energy

Djou campaign raises $935K in 2nd Quarter

Djou: “If our nation continues down this fiscally reckless path, what is happening in Hawaii will be writ large”

Djou backs line item veto to cut waste

Mauna Kea Recreational Users Group says “Whoa” to Kulani Prison land deal

Ugly insults? Or a plot to embarrass a state lawmaker?

CB: Are Student Test Scores Overrated?

Mufi Hannemann endorses homeless camps

Decades of sewer fee hikes: Mufi’s going-away present

Oi: This island's trash snafu is no political treasure for mayor

Veto of HB444 continues to reverberate

Honolulu Weekly Editor threatens to close paper

UH Manoa Teach in which launched Save our Schools immortalized in book

Hawaii leads nation: #1 in Credit Card debt, #2 in Mortgage debt

Police DUI program cut almost in half by internal probe

Lingle nominates three to Circuit Court judgeships

Moon appoints 4 lawyers to district bench

Marijuana minister compared to Jimmy Swaggart, Jim Jones

Honolulu Residents Don't Want National Recognition

City Council Moves Forward With Fireworks Ban (Snobs)

Where did $115 million go?

Hawaii County sells $60M worth of 20-year bonds

Maui Aquarium fish bill advances in council

Anti-Superferry Protester LaBedz pulls papers to run for Kauai mayor

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Wednesday, July 14, 2010
July 14, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 662 Views :: Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

VIDEO: Hawaii GOP works to challenge every race

CNBC: Hawaii ranks 48th for business climate

July 7, 1935: Moscow orders first Communists to Hawaii  (75-year anniversary)

Full Text: Lingle sends letter to Senators urging support for amended Akaka Bill 

CB: UPDATE- Lingle Asks U.S. Senators to Pass Akaka Bill

Kahuku Wind Farm Officially Breaks Ground

Gov. Lingle on veto of civil unions bill: "I was very comfortable with my decision"

SA: Overhaul troubled Sheriff Division

HNN:  Exclusive: Police sergeants under investigation for alleged overtime scam stripped of badges, guns

Maui Prosecutor’s office hit with lawsuit

Hawaii's tax revenue slips in recent fiscal year

Census: Hawaii leads nation in ‘minority’-owned businesses

Charter School Faces Eviction

Rep Brower Proposes Homeless 'Safe Zone' at Kakaako

Gift disclosures document unreported lobbyist expenditures

Shapiro: Politics by cheap attack

Hemmings' wife gets probation after guilty plea on theft charge

Planned Parenthood will host open house

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Tuesday, July 13, 2010
July 13, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1182 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics, World News, World Politics

HSTA demands candidates oppose funds for disabled students

Sen Fred Hemmings endorses Lynn Finnegan for Lt Governor

Kam Schools non-Hawaiian student Kalani Rosell to be subject of book, movie

Hanalani School Team wins robotics World Championship

Star-Advertiser continues Gay Atheist war on Hawaii Family Forum finances

CB: GOP Aims To Field Candidates in Most Local Races

Waihee speaks up for appointed BoE

Candidate says campaign signs stolen

Shapiro: Some candidates for governor we can like

No more excuses, Hawaii: Just do it via absentee voting

Maui groups challenging water commission in court

CB: State Has Huge Bill Coming Due for Retiree Health Care

$100 million traffic center gets moving

Mathew Higa Speaks About Death Of Cyrus Belt

ILWU reiterates its support for Hamas headchoppers, refuses to hear Israeli Consul

SA: Isle fireworks ban is overdue (snobs)

Top UH administrators, Elected Officials report receipt of gifts

Stalled River Street Housing Project May Be Dead

Ulupono Initiative Participates in ClearFuels' Bridge Financing to Accelerate Hawaii Biofuel Market

Master Navigator Mau Piailug Dies

Census looks at Micronesians in Hawaii, Mainland

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Monday, July 12, 2010
July 12, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 957 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics

Neil Abercrombie: Secret member of Democratic Socialists of America?

HuffingtonPost: Duke Aiona “Incredibly smart, focused on key issues”

Former Rep. Cam Cavasso unveils campaign platform in challenge to Inouye

Honolulu Council to hear testimony on Rail EIS Wednesday

No sea level rise: Pacific islands growing not shrinking, says study

Shapiro: Mufi’s Rock ‘n Rollman

DoE prepares to use furloughs as latest excuse for poor test scores

CB: On The Hook - Part 1 (Hawaii’s $16B pension liability)

Audit thrashes Sheriff Division

Opposition hits plan for Maui jail/prison

East Hawaii Ward Heeler George Yokoyama retires after running influential Hawaii County nonprofit

SA: Give alternative balloting a chance

Honolulu mayor bases leadership on Mormon principles (That’s a terrible thing to say about Mormons)

"Rail Is So Ridiculous"

ILind: Richardson-era court authorized improper lobbying and campaign activities, rejected complaints about Bishop Estate appointments

Child killer goes before parole board

ILind: Hawaii Department of Defense admits to “exorbitant” payments for laundry services

Hawaii stops drug discount card program

Maui News Polls Civil Unions 

Equality Hawaii: The governor who vetoed equality

Minority rights never advanced by popular vote

Did Pioneering Pro-Homosexual Judge Have a Conflict of Interest?

12 linked to medical marijuana arrested

Lifelong driver finds his destiny at dump

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Sunday, July 11, 2010
July 11, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 829 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics

Gays respond to veto of HB444: “Lets put Jews up to a vote”

Top-heavy DOE called 'urban myth'  (SA again makes fool of itself attacking Aiona)

For voters, not candidates, it's calm before the storm

Permanent absentee vote offered

Hawaii is already seeing effects of global warming, con artists say

Mysterious pufferfish deaths

A ‘Replicable’ Energy Model In Hawaii?

Loan program fails island homeowners

Kenoi 'priority' roads go nowhere

Certification may be required for Hawaii dams

Wis. man: Hawaii gallery sold me Lennon forgeries

The UH Board of Regents will decide Thursday on a proposal, opposed by student leaders, to charge students $50 per semester for athletics

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Saturday, July 10, 2010
July 10, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 860 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

“Why I left Jihad” Ex-terrorist to speak at Calvary Chapel of Honolulu

Abercrombie Campaign ties six Hannemann operatives to AtomicMonkey site

Thieves Celebrate Independence Day by stealing Aiona, Finnegan campaign signs

Seeking 10 more candidates, Hawaii GOP highlights record of unchallenged Legislators

Rep Jessica Wooley: Disrespectful for Republican to operate video camera 

On civil unions, Neil's a yes, Duke's a no, Mufi's a show

U.S. Rep. Charles Djou files for re-election

5 candidates dip their toes in mayoral waters

It's go, no go, again for trash shipments

PBN: BP disaster draws attention to Jones Act

State To Borrow To Pay Unemployment

Hui puts farmers on ag land

BoE pretends to seek new DoE superintendent

Hawai‘i Welcomes F-22 Raptors

Medical Religious Marijuana Dope dealers peddle 1/2 pound per day in Hilo: Roger Christie's THC Ministry was raided, and federal authorities took hundreds of plants ,13 arrested

Honolulu mayoral candidates weigh in on fireworks ban debate

Young Solomon Islander to represent State of Hawai’i

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Friday, July 09, 2010
July 9, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 915 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics

Inouye: Senate Dems may not have time for Akaka Bill

Ilind: Mufi cronies control Honolulu Ethics commission

Civil Union Support Could Affect Elections

Mufi quicker to comment on LeBron James than HB444

Borreca: Majority rule is not always best for society

Federal Judge rules DOMA Unconstitutional (Gay Marriage to be exported across state lines)

Gay-Atheist Lobby:  Trouble In Paradise?: Religious Right Organizes In An Unlikely Place – Hawaii

McCully, Moiliili residents speak out about homeless problem

Toughen safety penalties (Case family’s SA launches another attack on Darwin Ching)

Kamehameha admits another non-native Hawaiian student

Ban on shark-finning brings Hawaii international notice

Federal agency sides with environmentalists opposed to nuclear irradiator at airport

Lingle vetoes Democrat Boss’ biofuel financing plan: Calvin Say refuses to rescue Dante Carpenter’s $40M bond

Central Pacific Financial Signs Written Agreement With Regulators

VIDEO REPORT: Aina Lea development in trouble?

Trial for Suspected Pimp Continues Without Him

Corporation Faces Sex Discrimination Suit in Hawaii

‘Exceptional’ Drought Worsens

House Finance Chair Weighs In On Frozen Funds

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Thursday, July 08, 2010
July 8, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 852 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics

Amended Akaka Bill still excludes 73% of Native Hawaiians from Tribe

Aiona on Akaka Bill: "These changes will help to achieve the broad-based support that this landmark legislation deserves.”

Shapiro: Can the Akaka bill survive legislative ineptitude?

Author claims AtomicMonkey blog “Not a Mufi campaign strategy”

Gay/Atheist lobby attacks Vili the Warrior

How Panos Prevedouros could become mayor

Hannemann still hasn’t come out on civil union decision

UPW endorses Hannemann/GLBT Endorses Abercrombie

Gay sex tourists threaten boycott

Inouye Endorses Civil Unions

BOE reform low on candidates' list

Hawaii Island Parent to DOE Superintendent: Don’t Close Our Kohala School

Ways and Means Committee Launches Investigation Into Alleged Airport Mismanagement, Contracting Practices, Wasteful Spending and Favoritism

$394 Million in General Funds Frozen

New Hawaii law aims to put homeless in apartments

Shapiro: Short of banning fireworks, at least pass a decent law

Study: Hawaii second happiest state in the US

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Wednesday, July 07, 2010
July 7, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 476 Views :: Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

WaPo: Charles Djou: Incumbent, underdog

Borreca: Consequences of HB 444 will be felt at the ballot box

Legislators show up in case of Special Session

KITV: Pro-Civil Union Groups Plan Lawsuit

Gay groups react to veto of HB444

Lingle vetoes civil-unions bill

CB: Lingle Dodges Civil Unions Issue

Shapiro: What happens next on Civil Unions depends on November Election

HB444: Maui Time prepares two cover images

Salary cap bill among 29 rejected by Lingle

Group petitions against fare hikes: Yoshioka calls bus fare ‘a bargain’

Ilind speaks up on behalf of Mollway

Abercrombie Special Election cost 'only' $670,000

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Tuesday, July 06, 2010
July 6, 2020 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 754 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

HB444 opponents to gather at Noon

Progressive Panic on Decision Day

Ilind: Could Abercrombie-Hannemann primary turn off Democratic voters?

Former Board of Education member calls the board dysfunctional

Cataluna: Aiona's fiscal accountability is not the answer (Must NOT audit DoE)

Lingle fails to give credit where tax-hike credit is due

CB: Furlough Fridays in the Rearview

State Weighing Rule Changes for 2 Million Acres

City fined $1.7 million for dumping into Oahu stream

SA: Airfare for homeless has merit

State Dems gather in Kona

Kailua parade filled with political hype

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Monday, July 05, 2010
July 5, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 642 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Djou to hold Four Talk Story Meetings Monday July 5

Most isle lawmakers back civil unions: Some still struggle with issue as they await governor's decision

Impostors, once unusual, are emerging in ID thefts

WHT: Candidates eye Big Isle:  Neighbor Islands' political clout growing

SA: Sewers settlement needs affordable payment schedule

Census worker taken to court for trespassing

In defense of the Jones Act

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Sunday, July 04, 2010
July 4, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 863 Views :: Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics, World News, World Politics

Civil Unions could boost gay sex tourism in Hawaii

Democrat Borreca: Lingle's future rides on decision over civil unions

Kirk Caldwell plumps for Homelessness industry: “We can’t allow irresponsible and antisocial people to take over our public spaces”

Abercrombie celebrates July 4 by announcing: “We are buried in words”

JACL: Remain vigilant, speak up for justice

Recent changes to an affordable-housing project shortchange early buyers, as politically connected developers rewrite rules to suit themselves

Council panel OKs (STILL SECRET) agreement to upgrade city sewage facilities

Hawaii hotel occupancy continues to climb

Daughter of Senator Mike Gabbard runs for Honolulu City Council

Proposed charter changes affect housing and transit

Native American lawmakers' group picks Hawaii state senator as treasurer

442nd survivors tally dwindling numbers

Hawaii's Landmark Shark Fin Ban Takes Effect

State considers limits on coastal fishing

Hawaii Governor Pardons 11

Contractors in isle bribery case will first face charges in Chicago

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Saturday, July 03, 2010
July 3, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1118 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics

Veto override session dead (gay lobby smacked down)

Civil Beat Climb down:  Pretends to apologize, then calls Business Roundtable liars 

Gay Lobby releases stacked poll

Lingle receives 34,000 comments on civil unions (Gay document dump)

Legislators’ Incompetence costs Hawaii $50M in UCOMP benefits—they blame DLIR

Borreca suggests Mufi has fixed Sewers 

Group pushes petition against city bus fare increase

Farmer targeted by vandals gets help

SA: Ethanol not only alternative

Let's promote a government independent of special interests

Civil Beat Editor: Star-Advertiser print edition to be gone in 3-5 years

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Friday, July 02, 2010
July 2, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1245 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics

Could force Hannemann out of race: Admits AtomicMonkey site produced by Mufi campaign worker

Rep Pat Saiki endorses Ramsay Wharton for Congress--District 2

Maui, Big Island TEA Party rallies July 3, 4 and 7

Shapiro: Abercrombie, Hannemann grapple over AtomicMonkey

Civil Beat launches attack on America for July 4

Hannemann acknowledges poll showing Aiona in lead—but Star-Advertiser continues censorship

Late donations save Kailua fireworks for July 4th

Aiona calls for Education Department audit

Molokai Ranch Attempts to Legalize Water System after being robbed by Hawaii Supreme Court

Kauai Mayor: Drug-treatment facility to be sited in 2010 (after being blocked by OHA)

House Democrats use war funding bill to gut RTTT education reform

Former Hawaii PTSA president sentenced for $34,000 theft

Cataluna: Hannemann copies Jeremy Harris’ Sewer policy

Waimanalo homeless await rumored sweep

HGEA job trust continues assault on tax collection contractor

Inouye to hold Hawaii hearing on stimulus spending

CB: Djou Explains 'No' Vote On Campaign Finance Bill

Moon's involvement in Broken Trust cited in naming of new court

Anti-GMO activists attacking Hawaii Papaya farmers?

Pacific Garbage Patch: There's a what?

School impact fees postponed: Hawaii County won't cooperate

County deal revives stalled Molokai veterans center

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Thursday, July 01, 2010
July 1, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1211 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics, World News, World Politics

Poll Panic: Star-Advertiser censors poll showing Aiona in lead, rushes out phone survey on wrong Senate candidate

Stacked Star-Advertiser poll claims Aiona does only 3% better than John Carroll

Team Aiona responds to results of Advertiser’s robo-call polling

Djou: New Wall Street Bailout Bill will hurt Hawaii

50 Reps, Djou co-sign bipartisan letter for free trade with S. Korea

Charity shake-down artist Mike “pay-for-play” Magaoay will run for Wahiawa-North Shore state Senate seat

Civil Beat continues gay hunt of Business Roundtable members

Alleged gay rape: Prosecutors will challenge appellate court reversal of murder verdict

SA: Stop bickering over homeless (doing its part for Neil Abercrombie)

Hawaii, Honolulu jobless rates fall in May

Tax on Cigarettes to Increase July 1

Criticisms of telescopes atop Mauna Kea are 10 years out of date (appeals for Sierra Club members to stop attack on telescope)

Big Isle police probe destruction of 8,500 papaya trees

Hawaiians Activists want bridge work stopped, claim ‘obfuscation”

New Law To Reign In Hiring Of Illegal Workers  (Half of the Arizona law, with union support)

City Council committee recommends approval of proposed sewage settlement

Maui resident W. S. Merwin to Be Named Poet Laureate of the US

Lanai residency suit will go to trial

Army official: We never meant to clean up DU (why would they, it is not a serious hazard)

THAAD: In Space no one can hear you surrender

'Little Obama': Indonesia Premieres Movie Despite Obama's Absence

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Wednesday, June 30, 2010
June 30, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 610 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Voters hate legislators: Few step up to run against them

Hannemann Proposal criticized as a 'power grab'

Ilind: Timing is everything in the sewer settlement

Mayor blasted over homeless

Mizuno and Cabanilla's "family reunification" plan draws the ire of Seattle officials

Djou: Congress being derelict in not enacting a budget

Rep. Djou praises Obama on trade

Abercrombie’s Gay Union: Battle Brewing Over Hotel Worker Contracts

Alleged Gay Rape victim gets new trial

New Ransom Demands: BOE members warn a furlough-free year will probably mean cuts in other areas

Isles' Asian students lag in proficiency, national study finds

Union Apologist denounces RTTT, Bill Gates on Education

Hawaii's physician shortage to be in critical condition in 10 years (as compared to what?)

Isle gun laws seen as solid despite ruling

Big Isle test election at risk

Private prison firm provides quality care at an affordable price

Hale Kipa talks fail to ease neighborhood's safety fears

Akaka, Inouye flip-flop on Gen Petraeus

Busy recruiters suggest that hiring is on the rise in Hawaii

Grand Vision, Big Questions for Oahu Electric Car Plant

CNN Opinion: Islands are 'natural nets' for plastic-choked seas

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Tuesday, June 29, 2010
June 29, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 720 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics

Jones Act: McCain proposes abolishing U.S. shipping restriction

Gay Union:  Local 5 endorses Abercrombie for governor

Honolulu sewage treatment Deal agreed with EPA

UH Regents Approve World's Largest Telescope

Hawaii per-pupil spending above average

DoE Rejects Information Request, Won't Say How Many Teachers Fired

US and Chinese schools talk ties

Hawaii House Members to Look Into Investments

Health care leaders meet to discuss doctor shortage in Hawaii

Ilind: Move to dismantle the Clean Water and Natural Lands Commission on City Council committee agenda

Snobs snubbed: New poll shows majority of Hawaii residents against fireworks ban

Lawmakers Want State Money To Ship Out Homeless (Democrat campaign commercial)

Hawaii agency to make disclosure reports available

Water agency might leak cash

Fishpond Bill in Jeopardy  (OHA fishpond grab)

DOE Sees Long Road Ahead for Algae Fuels

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Monday, June 28, 2010
June 28, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1239 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics, World News, World Politics

Democrat Borreca: Oshiro's future linked to HB 444 (Pressuring House to vote on override)

Criminal defense lawyers accuses Lingle of “Stacking the Court’ if she nominates Nakamura Chief Justice

SA: Legislature should override veto of DoE Sup’t salary hike

Thanks to anti-Superferry protesters, Harbor users will pay tab for Superferry work

CB: Numbers Don't Add Up at New Star-Advertiser

Look who’s “Facilitating Justice for All”

Former Sierra Club Leader supports Telescope

Overcoming meth addiction

Public Meeting Set To Discuss State-Funded Youth Homes

Kauai Residents discuss meaning of ‘ha`ole’—and get it wrong

Sierra Club/Rep Chris Lee: Gulf disaster is the clearest sign yet we must move beyond our crippling dependence on oil  (Democrat campaign ads #1 & 2)

State not enforcing night noise-limit law (Democrat campaign ad #3)

Fireworks to light up hearing

To some, complaint blackout bill unfair; to others it's anti-consumer

Building Permit tracking system delayed

North Korea squanders 60 years on belligerence, bravado

SA Oi: 'Cost' of war includes priceless American lives

Byrd Dead: Inouye now President Pro-Tempore of Senate

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Sunday, June 27, 2010
June 27, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 864 Views :: Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics

Aiona: Funds released for Rural Residency program

Time to Ship out?  Congressman Djou revs up the debate on a Jones Act waiver for Hawaii  (More back-handed support from the Case family paper)

Hawaii Congressman Backs McCain Bill on Jones Act

Diploma distress

Isle ethanol efforts stall: The two surviving ventures face high hurdles

‘Modest job growth’ predicted

‘CJ’ brought Hawaii the ‘Golden Age of Law’

Homeless camps cover 50 acres, from Waipio Point, around Middle Loch to Pearl City

"Taylor Camp" tells the story of idyllic youth of the '60s who found brief respite on Kauai  (Formative experience of progressives)

Church of marijuana: Religious use of pot seen as legal refuge

KGI: Attitudes on meth changing, survey shows

NYT: Hawaii to Test Public Money for an Election

SA: Refine fireworks bill before next election

Next president elected by just 15% of voters? Rapidly advancing movement to eliminate Electoral College shifts control to coasts

Small businesses set up shop in storage lockers

HNA is Chartered by OPEIU, AFL-CIO

Hawaii joins hands to protest off-shore oil drilling

No birth certificate needed to verify Obama's old Arcadia job

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Saturday, June 26, 2010
June 26, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 980 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics, World News, World Politics

Biting the bullet: DoE cuts 400 vacant positions, save $15M

Hanabusa: Senate ready to override any vetoes by governor -- House unsure

Aiona opens Kona HQ -- dozens attend

Maui Chamber helping candidates create business-friendly agenda

2 large firms oppose duck responsibility for request to veto civil unions

McCain introduces bill to repeal the Jones Act

Tourism upswing brings in an extra $127 million

Effect of lost funding on Quest unknown: A rejected federal bill would have given $86 million to the state

Fired, Mollway speaks out on Ethics

Lingle vetoes bill calling for audit of prison contract

New Law Beefs Up Health Inspections

Hawai'i Physician Workforce Summit to address doctor shortage

Hawaii Fisheries OK'd For Humpback Harm

Big Island launching publicly funding elections

Report: Mystery vagrant in Hawaii is high-ranking Maori

Vets, dignitaries recall Korean War

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Friday, June 25, 2010
June 25, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1214 Views :: Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, World News, World Politics

State Capitol: July 6 rally against HB444 during Override Session

As Legislature considers override of HB444: Republicans push candidate recruitment

Beyond Marriage The Confession: Hawaii Gay marriage advocates let the polyamorous cat out of the bag

Boylan: How Panos Prevedouros can win

City makes $195M deal for train depot

Case family’s Star-Advertiser: Let HB 444 become state law

NYT Obituary underscores Richardson’s Activist Judicial Career

Hawaii Pension Fund Loses Millions With BP Stock (thanks, Obama)

Failure of jobless bill seen costing Hawaii $86 million (…unless we pay taxes here)

Isle census offices finish job

HNN: City park cleanup is shifting homeless problem, not fixing it (Opinion masquerading as news)

Aspen Colorado authorities ship homeless to Hawaii

State sued over adult mental health services cuts

KITV: Hawaii Hopes For New Schools Superintendent: But Governor Might Veto Bill To Offer Best Salary To Candidate

Mortgage fraud? Hawaii #1 in same-day flips

Maui Electric Company Restricts Renewable Energy for Molokai Residents as the State of Hawaii Considers Building Wind Farms There

Hawaii residents cash in on refrigerator rebates

Class Action Suit Claims Hawaii Privatized State Park

Different mission awaits Iraq-bound isle soldiers

NZ Family recognises 'Josie May'

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Thursday, June 24, 2010
June 24, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 675 Views :: Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics

VIDEO: Charles Djou on “Fox and Friends”

Djou: “We must all re-commit ourselves to turning back al-Qaeda and the Taliban”

Hanabusa campaign worries about Donor Fatigue

State commission is asked to review mayor's fundraiser

Gay lobby dispatched two operatives from mainland to coordinate campaign against Business Roundtable

Hawaii Atheists demand Catholics endorse criminal prosecution of Pope

Lingle receives list of nominees for state Supreme Court chief justice

Rod Tam returned to Planning Committee Chairmanship

Rod Tam Allowed To Pay Ethics Fines Without Interest

Retaliation campaign continues against State tax collection contractor

School board hires consultant in fake search for superintendent

Hawaii Gov. Lingle signs law exempting some cargo fees and directing money to ag inspections

DelaCruz details plan to keep rail on track

Honolulu spending stimulus money on art

UH Board of Regents to debate Thirty Meter Telescope project

Council action means choices limited in land fund charter vote

Council, staff taking pay cuts, furloughs

Furloughs to slow some police functions

Man Accused Of Sex Trafficking Skips Bail

RIMPAC 2010 War Games Launch in Hawaii

USDA reveals $168 billion cost of 2022 biofuels target ($8/gallon fuel)

A palace for the potash king

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Wednesday, June 23, 2010
June 23, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1163 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics

Mufi Campaign leader: Hawaii Democratic Party taken over by “Abercrombie zealots”, an “ingrown clique with some very radical views”

Civil union supporters rally draws only 30 people

Hawaii Campaign Spending Commission fines Abercrombie's campaign

Capitol no pathway to the statehouse

850 sign up for Hawaii’s boating TEA party

49 may file for races in Big Isle

CB: Honolulu Rail Heading Right at Them

Shapiro: Principals’ accountability call should extend to them, too

Earthjustice challenging Alexander & Baldwin's proposed Maui water treatment plant

Native Hawaiian grants total $1,026 per Hawaiian—did you get yours?

Personal income on rise

Lingle negotiating flights from China

CB requests one year’s worth of prostitution arrest reports 

Hawaii County employee with suspended license hits Kona cyclist

Thousands Of Taxpayers Affected By Crackdown

Census: Hawaii grew 6.9% in past decade

Lawmakers Want Governor To Sign Prisons Audit Bill

Gov. signs bill allowing counties to ban fireworks

Tree plan introduces bugs

Heeia lawsuit taken to federal level

Hawaii Writers Conference shuts down after 17 years

New Hurricane Insurer Enters Hawaii Market

American Samoa wants to loosen U.S. controls

Smithsonian hires Konrad Ng, President Obama's brother-in-law, as director

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Tuesday, June 22, 2010
June 22, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 961 Views :: Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics, World News, World Politics

20,000 write governor, 85% ask for veto of HB444

Full Text: Governor Lingle’s Veto List

Poll: Aiona beats Hannemann in one-on-one matchup

Djou opens Honolulu office, visits families in Ewa, Hawaii Kai

Kirk Caldwell: “We’re a city not afraid to raise fees and taxes”

A Honolulu Government That Keeps On Growing

Hawaii gov. buys more time on civil unions bill (Hanabusa pledges override)

Gay Lobby reacts

Gay Lobby continues to hunt down Business Roundtable members (SA & CB keep count)

Hawaii Gov. Linda Lingle submits list of bills she may veto

LA Times: A strike against sex trafficking (Calls on Lingle to sign)

Lingle says Asia trip a success

Breene Harimoto resigns from Board of Education

UH Manoa Custodian Gets Jail For Campus Sex Assault

The Nation: 'I Was Scared to Sleep': LGBT Youth Face Violence Behind Bars (Hawaii Youth facility)

Honolulu city clerk debunks new 'birther' theory

Former Hawaii State Supreme Court Chief Justice Richardson dies

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Monday, June 21, 2010
June 21, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 941 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics

Democratic chief takes Mufi to the woodshed

SA: Djou defends call for Jones Act waiver

Rep. Djou opens Honolulu office

Gov. Lingle to consider veto of civil unions bill Monday

QWERTY: Linda Lingle Has Seen Through You Hawaii Gays Ditching the Word 'Marriage'

SA: Don't waste stream water (OHA must grab more water)

CB: Time Running Out for Akaka Bill

SA: Perk of incumbency: Unequal time

ilind: State Ethics Commission deserves more credit for dealing with administrative problems

Army seeks better ties with Native Hawaiians

Hawaii Home Price Index Up 13.4% in April—tops nation

Report: Hawaii personal income increasing

California fraud case allegedly cost First Hawaiian Bank over $2.5 million

Big Island progressive musician guilty in kiddie porn case

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Sunday, June 20, 2010
June 20, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 604 Views :: Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Hawaii spending per Medicare enrollee 32% lower than national avg (Why Hawaii Doctors are leaving)

Candidates mining campaign 'gold' on the mainland

UHERO: ‘Construction downswing near its trough’

Lingle returns, still facing civil unions bill

Second Gay Pride Parade Held In Waikiki

ACLU: Let's find out true cost of privatized incarceration

More Hawaii residents packing heat

Ships, planes and people from 14 nations will be participating in the biennial RIMPAC

Show revs up public effort for raceway

Maui County furloughs to save $3.5 million

Local support at heart of Hali‘imaile’s success

Lead-acid battery has competition (Windmills to pump water for hydro?)

Brainwashing children on behalf of The Maui Coastal Land Trust

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Sunday, June 20, 2010
June, 2010 Letters to the Editor
By Letters to the Editor :: 885 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Inouye backs UHH's Straney

Blind Teacher fired by HPU

Panos Prevedouros = Johnny Wilson

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Saturday, June 19, 2010
June 19, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1368 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics, World News, World Politics

CNBC: Jones Act may be hindering Gulf Oil Response, Dutch ships blocked

Tokyo: Lingle meets with Japanese travel writers, Tourism Minister

Hawaii-Okinawa Clean Energy Partnership Agreement Signed

Djou joins in call to allow global aid for oil cleanup (Inouye, Akaka, Hirono demand the oil be left alone to pollute Gulf)

Civil Unions To Go On Potential Veto List

Hawaii Business Roundtable stands by call for a veto of the civil unions bill

HNN: Djou using taxpayer funds to make 'robocalls'

SA: Ethics agency harmed by Mollway dismissal (Democrats afraid a real investigator will be appointed)

Hawaii Ethics Commission will discuss recruiting executive director

Energy partnership features Hawaii and Okinawa

Hawaii gets new tool to target foreign investment

Lingle urged to veto tax credit bill

Hawaii’s jobless rate drops to 6.6% in May

4,171 on Oahu have no homes

How Hawaii Lawmakers Balanced the State Budget

CB: New York Human Trafficking Law Points To Holes In Hawaii Proposal

Storied stone taken away

Hawaii Schools’ Best Friend

Preserving Hawaii’s resources: More than a career

Medical heavyweights team up for new approach to quality health care

Lawyers praise beach land ruling

VA official gets big pay, little work: A retired Navy captain who has filed several discrimination suits sits in limbo

Firefighter gets duty change after accusation of beating

Hawaii Family Seeking Answers About Inmate's Death

Kauai County employees face furloughs next month

Lihue Airport First In State To Use Body Scanner

The man who’s tutoring Bill Gates … actually has a brain…

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Friday, June 18, 2010
June 18, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1383 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics, World News, World Politics

Tax revenue for rail tumbles to $8.3M

Cataluna: Djou survey is “another smart move from a politician who hasn't made a false step yet.”

Case family’s Star-Advertiser gives backhanded support to Djou on Jones Act

Inouye, Hirono demand foreign ships be kept out of oil cleanup

DOE Posts School Calendar With No Furloughs, All Employees

Hawaii Adopts Common Core State Standards in Education

Mayor Hannemann Wrong to Ignore Governor Cayetano

Rep. Charles Djou Says Broke U.S. House Rules

Michelle Kidani Claims There's No Conflict Of Interest

Wind Energy Developer Negotiating with Molokai Ranch

Residents may decide future curfews

Using private prisons costs more than it seems (UPW talking points again)

State expects to reap dividends from China expo

Hawaiian Waste Systems signs agreement to ship trash

Hawaii's unemployment claims up 2.8%

If placed on ballot, decision could bring big changes: County manager vs. strong mayor

Hawaii 7th lowest in car insurance costs

Safeway, Walgreens bulk up in islands

Map: Where Americans Are Moving

Maui Council bills target aquarium fish industry

SA: Civil-union letter splits firms (SA continues to ferret out any detail that will help gay lobby)

5 major Hawaii businesses support civil unions

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Thursday, June 17, 2010
June 17, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1321 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics, World News, World Politics

Gulf & Hawaii: Djou call for relief from Jones Act explodes across national media

VIDEO: Djou pushes solutions to oil spill on CNBC Worldwide Exchange

Honolulu Gaza flotilla protester shows up at BP hearings – with rubber ducky

Hannemann’s Pittsburgh fundraiser: Misdemeanor? Class C Felony?

Mufi Site: Abercrombie’s brain in a glass jar controlled by Cayetano

Lingle-Aiona Admin: “4,043 moved into permanent housing thru State homeless programs”

Beijing: Governor Lingle discusses TMT at Great Hall of the People

New ransom demands: BoE Chair threatens layoffs in response to 180 day law

Abercrombie, Hannemann trade charges over whose fundraising is more corrupt

Hannemann wins support from Hawaii hotel group

Inouye: Jones Act Should Not Be Suspended for Foreign Aid in BP Oil Spill

Broke in 10 years, ERS “is not front burner”—Rep Rhoads

FrumForum: Mr. Djou Goes to Washington (Don’t Ask—Don’t tell)

Equality (sic) Hawaii claims HB444 is not gay marriage

Pay declines imminent for most city employees (Thanks, Mufi)

$65M to shift rail route: Other options to avoid air traffic cost up to $300 million

Rail: The federal funding has a long way to go before approval

SA: CGI contract looks dubious (flacking for HGEA)

SA Oi: Whines Abercrombie asks for fair game rules

Tax Dollars Paid For Djou's (constituent survey) Robo-Calls (typical Democrat media hit piece)

Despite New Law, Hawaii’s Public Schools Aren’t Up to National Standards

Maui News Polls mayoral race

Hawaii Ethics Commission Fires Director

Ilind: List of Star-Advertiser local directors dropped from “Views & Voices”

Star-Advertiser forces Honolulu Weeklies to use Maui News printing press

Statewide Bike Plan Shows Progress

Kenoi predicts another tough budget year

Hawaii Co Water rates rising 8 percent

Espionage trial continues for Maui man

RP govt asks Fil-Ams to support SAVE Act

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Wednesday, June 16, 2010
June 16, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1278 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics, World News, World Politics

RCCC to focus on reelecting Djou, Liberal website calls Hanabusa “untainted”

HNN: More speed bumps for Honolulu rail project (Its not just the Governor)

Shapiro: Mayor uses rail failings as boost to governor bid

Mayor Mufi Hannemann announces 24 furlough days for 2010-11 fiscal year

Hawaii passes law mandating 180-day school year

Democrat Borreca: Isle GOP banking on 'down-ticket' contests

SA: Not protecting civil unions hurts Hawaii's competitiveness

As HSTA Negotiations open, Civil Beat begins flacking mercilessly  (no surprise here)

Big Kauai project going forward despite slowdown

Rep. Djou calls for free trade with Philippines

Acting Gov. Concerned Over Inmate Deaths

Sen. Inouye marks a milestone

Meth ads may be changing attitudes

Kaneohe car dealer is charged over laundering pimps' money

Hawaii Hates Science, Tells Thirty Meter Telescope to Go to Chile

ERA Carbon Offsets Ltd. Signs MOU With McCandless Ranch to Develop Hawaiian Carbon Offset Projects

PUC OKs Hawaiian Electric's test of biofuel blends

Molokai Dispatch: Undersea Cable Moving Forward

Windmill sought for Waikoloa area

County again considers hauling trash to Kona

Kauai Volunteers help finish new dock

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Tuesday, June 15, 2010
June 15, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1024 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics

Hannemann Pittsburgh fundraiser: Campaign Spending Commission not notified until after event

Aiona rejects call to act on HB444 while Lingle is out of state

Lingle talks visas and biofuels in Beijing

Djou’s first Legislation: Resolution calls for Free Trade Agreement with Philippines

Hanabusa to get same kind of National Democrat help Ed Case got

NRCC: “Colleen Hanabusa and her Washington friends have pushed the economy into a jobless recovery”

TEA Party leader launches campaign for Maui Mayor

House votes to annex Hawaii, June 15, 1898

HB444: Gay Lobby and Hawaii Media seek revenge against Business Roundtable

Federal Transit Administration approves EIS for Oahu's $5B rail project

IT company's relationship with the state Tax Department is being questioned (by HGEA-owned legislators seeking to reverse privatization)

UPW salivates as State to investigate killing of island inmate in Arizona

Bloomberg: Hawaii gov discusses tourism, energy in China (APEC-Green Energy connection?)

Hawaii ignition interlock bill signed into law

Don't combine schools in Waialua and Haleiwa

Dozens of Vietnamese immigrants might have to leave the country over falsified documents

Obamacare: Those laid off when the recession started will soon lose subsidized health insurance benefits

Plenty of beachside in Ooma plan (30 years work is now juicy new shakedown target)

Construction Workers Abandon Big Island

EPA issues penalties against County of Hawaii, Johnson Resort Properties

Ormat share rises as Hawaii geothermal plant reaches full production

Hawaii Biotech to be sold at auction

Lahaina News: Voters support change in council election system

U.S. commander blasts Chinese navy's behavior

Offshore oil rigs are out of U.S. government's reach (Marshall Islands safety inspectors?)

Scientists (sic) study shifting attitude to climate change

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Monday, June 14, 2010
June 14, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1337 Views :: Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics

Hanabusa to get same kind of National Democrat help Ed Case got

NRCC: “Colleen Hanabusa and her Washington friends have pushed the economy into a jobless recovery”

TEA Party leader launches campaign for Maui Mayor

Sunday, July 4: Citizenship Sunday Church-based Voter Registration Drive

Hawaii could lose tobacco funds in $1.1B arbitration

CB: Star-Advertiser let Mufi off easy on civil unions, didn’t even ask about Pittsburgh fundraiser

Maui Mayor’s office caught stealing newspapers

Sierra Club demands $50/M year payoff from Telescope 

New York Human Trafficking Law Points To Holes In Hawaii Proposal

City Council Proposes Bus Stop Smoking Ban (nanny state)

SA: Control costs of Medicaid

Work here in isles, new doctors told

The number of people seeking help for crystal meth addiction is rising

Mental health centers take on wider mission (4 jobs consolidated)

Hawaii consumers are paying more for fresh produce because of state cutbacks

Lack of military ID costs baggers their jobs at an off-base commissary

Navy family has had to deal with health issues they blame on their moldy housing

Leaders Say Abandoned Property May Be Attracting Crime

CTJ: Hawaii Legislature tax bills mirror Obama agenda

DOMA’s Deserted Isle (Gay marriage on Johnston Atoll)

Cagle: My Crazy Newspaper War Days in Hawaii

Can y’all say “1986”? (Midweek)

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Sunday, June 13, 2010
June 13, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 887 Views :: Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics

Jaws drop as Maui TEA Party walks into Abercrombie HQ opening

Hawaii could lose tobacco funds in $1.1B arbitration

Honolulu “peace activist” caught lying about Gaza Flotilla

SA Interview: Hannemann plans to “walk lock-step” with DoE Bureaucracy, again refuses to answer on HB444 

(Pretending to) Take on Tenure

AP: Hawaii gov consults with rabbis on civil unions

Thielen: Need to be efficient in finding new water sources

Na Wai Eha: Decision in but dispute lingers (1 of 2)

Linked: Felix-Hannemann-Donohue

Veterans Today: Sen. Akaka trying to screw vets on Agent Orange

Medicare pay cuts worry isle officials

Queen's and HMSA working to improve quality, lower costs

Korean Visitors to Hawaii Up 91% in 1st Quarter

Kalapa: Economic future depends on improved business climate

Anti-Superferry protester Joan “Cow Pies” Conrow fired by MidWeek

U.S. under pressure in Asia-Pacific trade talks

Free Speech: Smart Business Hawaii  joins protest against HR5175 “Disclose Act”

Hawaii Ballot access lawsuit to be heard June 17

Saudi Arabia gives Israel clear skies to attack Iranian nuclear sites

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Saturday, June 12, 2010
June 12, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1115 Views :: Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics

Hannemann’s Pittsburgh Fundraiser planned since April 29

Hannemann in Pittsburgh "Whacking the rail transit piñata"

Philippine Independence Day: Rep. Djou calls for more visas for family reunification

VIDEO: Rep. Djou on Fox Business News

Clean Energy for Hawaii: Djou co-sponsors American Energy Act

RTTT: Prolonging Education's Race to the Bottom

Photos: Kamehameha Day Lei draping ceremony, Washington DC

Shapiro: Will Aiona veto HB 444 (II)?

Maui News: Hawaii’s recovery begun, but slow

Democrat Borreca: Abercrombie proffers idea of single-payer health care

DCCC still peddling Obamacare:  Charles Djou’s Plan to Re-Open the Medicare Donut Hole

HR: In Hawaii, Education Reform or Education Conform?

SA: State must speed up food stamp processing

US Supreme Court decision places cloud on publicly funded campaigns

New law guards gun rights

Robbery Suspect Was On Special Probation Program

Car Thieves Steal Soldier Fundraiser Proceeds

Hawaii Meth Project: Year one

Maui water ruling affects HC&S

Verbatim: King Kamehameha Day Presidential Proclamation (Obama denounces America again)

Ka Iwi reclassified as conservation zone, but the community’s battle to protect it continues on

Councilman wants complete fireworks ban (snob alert)

Billionaire proposes massive home on grass farm in Kilauea

Kauai Council considers sex harassment suits

The GOP's new hue

Birther crackpot hired by Honolulu Election Commission  (Thanks, Mufi) 

An Energy Strategy for Grown-Ups: Wind power is not a realistic substitute for oil

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Friday, June 11, 2010
June 11, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1391 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics, World News, World Politics

Full Text: Hawaii Business Roundtable calls for veto of HB444 Gay Civil Unions

Bloomberg: Hawaii will run out of pension funds in 2020

Study: Hawaii ERS to go broke in 2020

Hawaii Democratic Convention renews call for closed primary

Aiona: AECOM selected to conduct EIS for undersea cables

VIDEO: Djou floor speech “We need to put our fiscal house in order”

Lingle: Strengthening Partnerships in Guangdong Province

Gov. Lingle to host 7th Annual International Women’s Conference

Fed Chair Calls Dems’ Spending ‘Unsustainable’ As Hanabusa's Party Refuses to Budget

Abercrombie surrogates question Hanneman's Pittsburgh fundraiser

Lee Donohue: Mufi’s Pick

Shapiro: Principals are going to have to put their money where their mouths are on accountability

Boylan: Dem Convention “like college faculty meeting run amok”

Hero's welcome: 150 Kaneohe Marines return after seven months spent in Afghanistan

Hawaii's state tax collections up 1.8% year to date

CB: Controversial Landfill Expansion To Receive Trash Soon

HNN: State moves ahead with undersea interisland cable for energy

Panel: Restore some water to Central Maui streams

Kalapa: Hawaii Voters Need to Encourage Change for a Better Government

High court lets stand shoreline land ruling (Could cost State millions)

Census: Hawaii population changing

Hawaii makes change to appeals process permanent

Kamehameha Day: OHA continues delusions about Akaka Bill

Letter to Senate: Usual gaggle of Hawaii activists demand carbon tax, claim to represent 100,000

Fake Farmers Markets: “No local produce at all”

Brush Fire Destroys Big Island Homes

Man asks to build barn instead of mansion in Kilauea

Isle inmate's death sparks investigation

SA: Meth project hits hard, true

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Thursday, June 10, 2010
June 10, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1487 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics, World News, World Politics

Hawaii Meth Project Launches New Statewide Campaign

WSJ: Djou questions Bernanke on stimulus--Dow rises 115 points

Video: Djou questions Bernanke on Deficit

Deficit Reaches New Heights: Hanabusa’s Democrats Refuse to Stop

Hawaii TEA Party proposes “Contract From America” for 2010 Elections

Gallup: Debt ties terrorism as most worrisome issue

Shapiro: Will Aiona veto HB 444?

Hawaii technology tax credit suspension vetoed

Rove to raise money for Lt. Gov. Aiona

Hannemann HQ a former Pflueger location

Man sought treatment before fatal shooting – 90 illegal half-way houses in Waianae?

Principals panic after pay cut proposed—begin conspiring amongst themselves

Food stamp help slow in coming (Thanks HGEA)

SA: Thumbs up to park fees

Ethics panel delays decision on Mollway

When The Honolulu Weekly Moved To Maui

Hawaii could get direct flight to China

Honolulu City Council OKs $1.8 billion budget

HI: City Council selects former police chief Lee Donohue for Djou’s vacated seat

Gordon Pang on Lee Donohue

Hawaii County property taxes on the rise

Shapiro: Ceded lands and judicial politics

Shapiro: Candidates need to focus on regaining conscience

Union Leaders Claim Hawaii Hotels Tied To Wall Street Bankers

UH Athletics Outpaces WAC, But Still Finds Itself In $10 Million Hole

Hawaiian Electric cleared to use biodiesel in generating plants

KHON: Checks Are On Their Way to Thousands of Hawaii Seniors

Investigators Look Into Inmate Death

Hawaii Co. Police officer investigated in sex assault case

 

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Wednesday, June 09, 2010
June 9, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 955 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Nanakuli Park: Hannemann pounds Hanabusa in proxy fight between Waimanalo Gulch and PVT landfill

Shanghai: Governor Lingle opens “Hawaii Week” at 2010 World Expo

Acting Governor Duke Aiona signs Monk Seal Protection bill

The Hill: New members Critz, Djou start off in campaign mode

It's lobbying, not charity: (Star-Advertiser joins gay-atheist lobby in attack on Hawaii Family Forum)

Civil union pairs might face taxes (HB444 creates new basis for litigation to re-invent Gay marriage)

Star-Advertiser: Making sense of island politics (look good) is still our goal

Council ready to fill empty slot and send budget to the mayor

Not enough tax hikes: Maui Budget will take effect without mayor's signature

DoE admits it has no curriculum (Civil Beat misses story) 

CB: Department of Education Says It Doesn't Have Contract With Teachers

State prisons warn of possible unrest due to food shortage

UPW tops list of high-spending lobbyists during second half of the legislative session

Ethics Director could face termination at Wednesday morning meeting

CB: Day 1 Of The New Star-Advertiser

Contracts for 6,000 statewide hotel workers expire June 30

Hawaii census effort totaling big numbers

UPDATE: New Auditor's Report Finds Inefficiencies (but no fraud) in State's pCard Program

Survey finds graphic ads reducing first-time meth use among young people

Ka Iwi: You Take It, You Bought It

Kauai: Judge: Highway widening project may proceed

Even For Deaths Of Rare Birds, Criminal Charges Extraordinary

Hawaii Kai’s Controversial Lighting Project Detailed

Investigation of Big Island Department of Water Supply to Begin

Venue Shopping: Lawyers come to Hawaii, claim pesticide injury

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Tuesday, June 08, 2010
June 8, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1036 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics, World News, World Politics

Aiona visits 100 small businesses in 100 days

Abercrombie on Marijuana: “Of course it should be utilized”

Board of Education weighing fate of four rural schools targeted for closure on three islands

Honolulu Council to decide on city's $1.82B budget (tax hike)

Hawaii Co. Council backs down from budget cuts (Kenoi wins tax increases)

Hawaii Business: Education is Everybody’s Problem

Lingle addresses Chamber in Shanghai

Andy Winer: Responsible for Obama’s Gulf Oil Well disaster!

Schmidt resigning as insurance chief

Ilind: Cam Cavasso apparently making another run against Dan Inouye

Hawaii's weather, high gasoline costs lure electric vehicles (Detroit Free Press)

Several big properties are suffering from loan defaults that amount to more than $2 billion

Ilind: Former newspaper employees in 60-day limbo

Curfew curbs violence--so it is cancelled

Island teens increasingly aware of risks of methamphetamine use

Hawaii Business: Illegal Sex, Drugs and Gambling (and tourism in Hawaii)

Honolulu man indicted for sex trafficking teenage girl

Workers Speak Out In Human Trafficking Case

Compeltely Typical and Average Hawaii Progressive speaks up for Hawaii slavers

Contractor in tower collapse did not have required license

Hawaii 5-0 Filming begins mid-July, LOST to be followed by “Off the Map?”

Negotiations Under Way To Move Stranded Trash

Hawaii Co. Geothermal working group organized

Mamalahoa Bypass extends hours, opens two-way route

Hawaii Part Of Honey Bee Decline Investigation

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Monday, June 07, 2010
June 7, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1370 Views :: Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Advertiser closes out by considering self-censorship

Star-Advertiser planned over 15 months ago

Neil Abercrombies struts his Gay Pride in Waikiki Parade (complete list of politicians in attendance)

SA: Gays, Atheists in court attacking Hawaii Family Forum finances

Mark Recktenwald appears to be the leading choice for chief justice

Star-Advertiser editors launch new paper by begging government to buy them out

SA confirms: Purchase of Advertiser over one year in the making

CB: ADV died because of WW2 “Japs”

HC&S Manager: No Plans To Develop Sugar Lands

Military families are asset to isle schools

KGI: ‘What does it mean to be haole in Hawai‘i?’

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Sunday, June 06, 2010
June 6, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 517 Views :: Maui News, Maui Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Lingle soul-searching over civil unions (ADV closes out with one more try at gay marriage)

Advertiser writes final chapter in 154-year story

Black paying $125M for Advertiser (Clippers buy Lakers, fire Lakers players)

Star-Advertiser lifts off tomorrow

Aloha, Star-Bulletin

Omidyar’s Civil Beat attacks human trafficking—but not at ML&P

EPA: Studies show effluent seeping off Kaanapali’s coast

Time's running out on popular refrigerator rebates

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Saturday, June 05, 2010
June 5, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1085 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics, World News, World Politics

Aiona: “I am committed to making Hawaii the greenest place on Earth”

Djou: “With Ed gone, we are alone in being voice for mainstream in Hawaii”

Jobs: Tax-n-spend policies favored by Hanabusa fail to deliver

No sea level rise: Pacific islands growing not shrinking, says study

VIDEOS: Flotilla “Peace Activists” chant “Oh Jews, the army of Mohammad will return”

Tracy Nakano Bean: “Hawaii Legislature has never met a tax it didn’t like”

Earmarks set aside for campaign donors, report finds (Inouye #1)

Airlift executive files ethics complaint against Sen. Inouye (#2)

WSJ: A Case of Hanabusa

Abercrombie accuses Hannemann violating “spirit of the Constitution for his own personal advantage”

HNN: Layoffs continuing at Star-Bulletin and Midweek

Slom: Hawaii Lost the Honolulu Star-Bulletin; Now What?  (Hawaii Reporter print edition?)

Developer 'out of cash,' forced to sell 1,923 acres on Oahu and Big Island

Cost of summer school rising

Gay Pride Parade Marches Into City

KITV: Expert Says 30 Percent Of Hawaii Homeless From Out Of State

Former islander in Turkey after flotilla experience

'Princess Kaiulani' actress arrested at White House (a treehugging actress, how original)

Ka Iwi shoreline reclassified to conservation by Hawaii Land Use Commission

Metal piling up on Moloka'i

Taxes: Hawaii Council to tackle budget, amendments

Hawaii officer had census worker arrested for trespassing

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Friday, June 04, 2010
June 4, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 594 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Sen. Dan Inouye Helps open Hannemann HQ

ADV admits motive: OHA sabotaging settlement offers to push Akaka Bill (oops!) 

Hawaii DoE dreams improvements at schools will lure $75M in grants

Board of Education agenda: less school, more cost

Honolulu Council Members Pave Way For Nanakuli Park (Hannemann VS Hanabusa)

Council Narrows List To 6 For Djou's Successor: Djou's Favorite Given First Consideration

Honolulu's unemployment rate drops to 5.2%

Upcountry Maui residents urged to conserve water (just wait ‘til OHA gets its hands on your water)

Kenoi decries council budget amendments (defends $23M tax hike)

Law Enforcement Lines Up Against Human Trafficking Bill

Isle gun death rate lowest in U.S.

Morioka: Hawaii Legislature Didn’t Pass Important Bills to Alleviate Traffic

Obama sets dates for Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation forum

Private roads subject to laws

Another Hawaii activist tied to anti-Israel scam (Invented Human Shields movement for Saddam Hussein)

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Thursday, June 03, 2010
June 3, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 791 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Congress.org figures show: Abercrombie nine times less effective than Mazie Hirono

Hawaii Republican Assembly: Home to Hawaii’s moderate Republicans

Lingle establishes Hawaii Surfing Reserves

Abercrombie finally endorses Hanabusa

SB editors join Honolulu’s Maoist circus against Israel

Veteran Reporters Left Off Star-Advertiser Staff

Lawmakers seek solutions to homeless arrival surge

Task force opposed to closure of Kaaawa Elementary

Lingle saves surf bill that lawmakers killed

PUC eases rule limiting solar panels

Satellites Offer Timing Relief To Bus Riders

Maui Bill would alter (raise) condo property taxes by $2500/year

Hawaii Co. Councilmembers unveil cost-trimming proposals

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Wednesday, June 02, 2010
June 2, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 661 Views :: Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics

Honolulu Maoists & Holocaust Deniers protest against Israel: Star-Bulletin calls them ‘peace activists’

Case 'showed he was a Democrat.' So what's Inouye?  (Is Dan Inouye a Democrat?)

Borreca: Face of isle Democrats older (and whiter) but issues thrive

Lingle to reveal final decision on civil unions after Asia trip

Shapiro: Carlisle invisible on campaign trail

Musubigate: Federal judge rules law targeting HRPT's Hawaii leases is unconstitutional  (Calvin Say not mentioned in article)

SB: Trash deal is valuable lesson

Honolulu City Council has 27 contenders for Djou's empty seat

ADV: Vote-by-mail offers a better way to ballot

Hotel workers protest Kyo-ya Co. Ltd.'s plans for Moana Surfrider

Hawaii bankruptcy filings up 34.4%

Hawaii cuts result in 10% fewer families taking preschool aid

Group works to set up a charter school in Keanae

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Tuesday, June 01, 2010
June 1, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 746 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

ADV: Mufi and Neil might “persuade the voters to hate both of them”

Aiona promoting summer job program for teens

5 political veterans vying for Honolulu mayoral seat

Candidates Scramble For Ed Case's Voters

SB: Case leaves race with sound advice

Hawaii health plans back 'game-changing' reform

Deadline nears for city council applicants

Slom: Hawaii Council of Revenues Economic “Turn Around” Prediction May Be Premature

Opposition speaks out on TVR bill

WHT: Feds intervene after Hawaii Co.Police arrest Census taker  (DRUDGE now linking to this story)

Israeli forces capture Hawaii activist attempting to smuggle supplies to Hamas head choppers

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Monday, May 31, 2010
May 31, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 804 Views :: Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics

Memorial Day Commemorations: Punchbowl, Magic Island

Ed Case quits race: “Dream of a better way forward” crushed by Hawaii Democrat old boys (again)

Case “unity” statement: “Colleen, I don’t hate you…”

Case stuns with withdrawal from Hawaii congressional primary

Local community helps with lei shortage at Punchbowl

Shapiro: Furloughs over, but our black eye lives on

Donovan Dela Cruz opens campaign headquarters

Ranking of top cities calls Honolulu best in the U.S.

Thielen: Water decision meets most demands

Kalapa: Don't overlook obvious approach to reduce government spending

Baldwin principal says letter to parents is reason for probe

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Sunday, May 30, 2010
May 30, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 657 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics

Lingle: Hawaii economy recovering thanks to collaboration and sacrifice

Hawaii Democrats focus on suicide, taxes, and gay marriage

Memorial Day: Residents respond to request for lei donation

ADV: Charles Djou Our man in Washington

Hawaii Democrats facing contentious primary fights

Hawaii Democrat Chair: “We were counting our chickens before they hatched”

Ed Case: No booth at Dem Convention

SB: Hawaii needs bold leadership  (Begging Democrats not to self-destruct)

Time to ease up on UH tuition increases

Hawaii eases limit on number of new charter schools

Hawaii's interisland airfares settling down: Hawaiian wielding control of cost after 5 years of volatility

Honolulu furloughs may hit Hanauma Bay, park programs

Courts Move To Collect Unpaid Bail

State seeks stimulus fund accounting from County

Pahoa: Chalk graffiti spurs suspensions

Civil Beat is too civil

Sarcasm leads Djou to claim political attack  (SB covers for Barney Frank)

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Saturday, May 29, 2010
May 29, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 932 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics

Kaauwai: Hannemann supports HB444 gay civil unions

Lingle: Hannemann was AWOL on Superferry

Rep. Djou joins House Budget, Armed Services Committees

SB: How far can Hawaii Democrat Convention go without blowing up?  Dem Chair worries party is about to shoot self in head

CB: Mufi v. Neil in 1986: The Bloody First Round

Mayoral Election Sept 18, Prosecutor Nov 2

Councilman Rod Tam Under Campaign Probe

Council to fill seat Thursday

Dems seek to change election law after Djou wins

Hawaii Dems 2008 Resolution: US Reps should live in their own district

Senate confirms Miyamoto as U.S. Marshal for Hawaii

Prosecutors say new Hawaii sex trafficking law unnecessary

SB: U.S. must help improve Pacific islanders' health

Hawaii ranks 44th in driver knowledge

Snobs: Honolulu Council To Consider Total Fireworks Ban

Last day for St. Joseph School

Kauai Farm-worker housing abuse discussed

WHT: Feds intervene after Hawaii Co. Police arrest Census taker

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Friday, May 28, 2010
May 28, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 885 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics

Greenwood Mafia grabs two power positions in UH system

Good News: A small elite no longer runs Hawaii -- Bad News: Mufi thinks he can change that

Lingle: Council on Revenues forecasting improved revenue collections

Finnegan: ACT 144 Lifts Charter Cap but reduces Charter funding

Aiona: “Hawaii can’t afford Hannemann”

Kaauwai: Hannemann is train wreck for Hawaii

CB: Can Hawaii Democrats Unite At Weekend Convention?

Hannemann already hinting at run for Senate promises “a full four year term”, criticizes Abercrombie for quitting House

HNN: War of words underway in Hawaii gubernatorial race

HNN: Abercrombie vs. Hannemann: a rematch 24 years in the making

Hannemann "willing to be persecuted”

Mayor Hannemann's Bid For Governor Creates Domino Effect

Kenoi rejects lt. gov. rumors

Isle taxes highest in state -- and going higher

Budget Veto? Maui Mayor warns of cuts to public services

What Rules Maui Water, Law or Sugar?

Gay Murder at Ilikai Hotel

Hawaii Civil Union Law May Lead to Tax Increase

House votes to repeal 'Don't ask, don't tell' policy on gay service members (Djou, Hirono vote with majority)

National Coverage on Djou Election

 

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Friday, May 28, 2010
Letters to the Editor May, 2010
By Letters to the Editor :: 1444 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics, World News, World Politics

 

Bullying up and down the DoE Chain of Command 

Chase Dem Politicians  

Sex Trafficking Legislation May Be Vetoed by Governor! Your support is needed! 

Hawaii County: “This is not the time to raise taxes” 

Democrat Candidate: DJOU VICTORY SHOWS THAT A MAJORITY OF HAWAII VOTERS ARE STILL SEEKING CHANGE 

Sign stealing, thugs ruin integrity of elections and campaigns

Gay Marriage: Levinson’s Reducto ad Absurdum

Anti-Superferry Lawyer defends Maui ‘Single Member District’ scheme

Victory over protectionism: Hawaii GMO Papaya could soon be sold in Japan

SB2646 Surfing Reserves

220 say no to Koa Ridge development

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Thursday, May 27, 2010
May 27, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 927 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics

Rep. Djou co-sponsors Balanced Budget Amendment

Lingle cites recovery as State Tax refunds pump $64M into economy

Cook Political Report: "Hawaii Democrats are a mess"

Hannemann announces run for governor's seat

LINGLE vs ADV: Duke Aiona a wise, trusted partner

Shapiro: Democrats may find it tough to oust Djou

School Furloughs Not Over Yet

Hawaii schools adopting national curriculum standards

Say should be lauded for tenant support (Musubigate)

Ethics panel report faults chief Mollway's work habits

Hawaii transsexuals, Libertarians speak up in defense of human trafficking

Hawaii's biggest solar farm proposed for Mililani fields

Hoku near polysilicon output

UH-Hilo plans on 7,000 enrollment by 2020

Civic movement: W. Hawaii center progressing

Hawaii labor director quits to run for prosecutor

Deputy sheriff pleads guilty to sexually assaulting child

OHA takes another bite out of Hawaii’s last sugar plantation, 10,000 upcountry water users

Hawaii still leads U.S. with highest rate of mixed marriages

Joe Sestak's lying--or he's protecting a felon in Barack Obama's White House

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Wednesday, May 26, 2010
May 26, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 874 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

VIDEO: Djou introduced to Congress by Rep. Hirono, sworn in

Ed Case: “Colleen’s goal was not to beat Charles….We can expect far more of the same”

National Democrats portray Dan Inouye as Republican plaything

Campaign message strategy: How the Case was closed

Unique deal brings an end to Hawaii's school furlough crisis

DoE at work: School may close despite academic turnaround

Principal hailed for turnaround at Maui Waena

At least 5 seek to succeed Djou (includes gay marriage activist)

Rego: Civil Unions= Gay Marriage

Governor hears from supporters of civil unions bill

Sexy dance after $40 drinks was not prostitution, high court rules

4,000 fridges sell on first day of $250 stimulus rebate program

SB: Investigate Hale Kipa

Vandals Cut Down 400 Papaya Trees

Yagong: Revoke authority to sell Hamakua land

Kauai CRC weighs questions for 2010 election (term limits for Council?)

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Tuesday, May 25, 2010
May 25, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 967 Views :: Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics, World News, World Politics

 

National Dems: Dump Hanabusa AND Case

1986: A good omen for Charles Djou

Campaign message strategy: How the Case was closed

Cataluna: Would both of them rather see Djou keep the job????

Democrat ADV: Some familiar messages in special election

Djou DC bound, council seeks replacement

HNN online survey: Do you think Charles Djou will be able to win in November?

Abercrombie begins TV ads in governor's race

$1.82B city operating budget for Honolulu advances

Governor Lingle holds roundtables on civil unions bill

Civil unions would have little economic impact, study finds

Deal will allow Chinese bank-card users to access funds via Bankoh's network

Stream study pushes for more water restoration

Hawaii home-care horror tales underscore risk to elderly

ADV: Premium Plus plan nudges employers

Honolulu Police officer waives first court appearance

Crime on Oahu rises 4.5 percent

Close one school and open a door

Kamehameha Schools plans $118M redevelopment of Kapalama campus

State Clears Up Solar Credit Confusion

Lawmakers have cut all funding to troubled Aloha Tower Development Corp.

SB: Molokai veterans awaiting center deserve better

200 Wahiawa Soldiers To Join Afghanistan Surge

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Monday, May 24, 2010
May 24, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 995 Views :: Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics

American Thinker: Hawaii Republican Djou Heads for Congress: 67% Reject Inouye Machine

HFP: Special Election Polls vs Reality: Measuring culture of retaliation?

SB: Djou win reflects unrest of voters

Djou wins 17 out of 24 Districts, many outside traditional GOP areas

ADV: Election results show Djou's appeal outside East Honolulu

Analysis: Civil Beat Poll Points To Dems' November Dilemma

Hours Until Hawaii Congressman-Elect Djou Sworn In

The Price Tag Of A Seat In Congress: $12.31 Per Vote

Shapiro: Economic turnaround feels close

Hawaii economic agency slow to spend stimulus: Sluggish procurement processes, complexity of energy reform blamed

Hawaii's Medicaid switch produces mixed results

Honolulu ranked near bottom in housing affordability

Honolulu Police officer to make initial court appearance

Co-op provides update on seabirds, legal costs: KIUC rates to go up next month

Molokai vets rankled by county's delay of center  (4 years to get permit)

It's a no-brainer to preserve surfing

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Sunday, May 23, 2010
May 23, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 503 Views :: Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

67% of voters reject machine candidate Hanabusa: Djou heads for Congress with bright prospects for November reelection

Honolulu: Chris Wong announces bid to take Rod Tam’s Council seat

State Water Commission to decide if OHA destroys State’s last sugar cane plantation

Charles Djou elected to Congress: Hawaii’s first Republican in 20 years

Republican candidate Duke Aiona opens Oahu headquarters

ADV: Looking for some more heft from Aiona (Democrat Advertiser prepares new anti-Aiona riff for use by Abercrombie, Hannemann)

Council to pick Djou's successor

Kauai: Mayor signs open density bill

Isle condo boards get creative to obtain fees

Honolulu airport's old commuter terminal will be replaced in modernization plan

City delays cleanup of its debris in stream

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Saturday, May 22, 2010
May 22, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 664 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Special race draws 50% of voters

New Congressional Hawaii Poll Shows Djou Slightly Ahead of Democratic Rivals

Rivals in special election find that traditional rules of campaigning don't apply (Hanabusa blames media for publishing polls)

Civil-unions factions weigh in: Governor to meet with advocates, opponents of bill awaiting signature

Regents OK new hires at Hilo, Manoa (Gay mafia picks a Don, Broken Trust figure to lobby Leg)

Isle Democrats can no longer rely on party loyalty  (Gay Marriage?)

Aiona: Hawaii's future lies in space exploration

SB: CEO of Planned Parenthood Hawaii believes comprehensive sex-ed is vital to students' health

Human Trafficking Bill Threatens Strip Club Industry, says transsexual

Shakedown: Labor Union Sues Over Hotel Redevelopment Project

Hawaii state tax director Kurt Kawafuchi leaving his post

VOUCHERS: OHA education grants could yield useful data

Students arrested in bomb blast at Lanai High School

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Friday, May 21, 2010
May 21, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 827 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics

WSJ: Paradise Lost? A Project in Hawaii Stumbles (Hokulia to be auctioned)

Hawaii Week in Shanghai: Governor to lead delegation to China, Japan

Special Election Polls close Saturday: Djou pushes voter turnout

AtomicMonkey responds: “Some of us work for the City…we proudly stand by description of Abercrombie as ‘flailing gasbag’” 

Hawaii's state tax refunds will start going out today

Factcheck.org hits Djou ad

UH Professors Guaranteed Raises Despite Economy / UH considers tuition hike

Half Of Lawmakers' Children Attend Private Schools

Hawaii could get $91M for school jobs under bill now in Congress

CB: 2 million acres of windmills for Hawaii?

Special-election turnout at 48% as deadline looms

It's punishment that doesn't fit the crime

Secrecy: State won’t release name of isle school in H1N1 outbreak

Aina Lea wants 2,722 units, lodge and commercial OK

Kauai: New increased fees take toll

Hawaii surf reserves proposal may be revived by governor

Tea Party stir over remarks on civil rights by Rand Paul

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Thursday, May 20, 2010
May 20, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 767 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Lt Gov Aiona announces 1,000 summer jobs for youth 

Vote counting begins as candidates make final pleas

ADV: Reviewing rail, jamming up the mayor (Abercrombie rag tries to pit Mufi vs Lingle after Cayetano attacks)

City Re-evaluating Parking Practices

Hawaii Charter School Review Panel Lifts Moratorium on New Charter School Applications

DOE officials say public schools safe despite Kalani High stabbing

The state of meth: Hawaii's ice epidemic has been driven down

SB: Health-subsidy jobs initiative full of positives

OHA’s Water shakedown: USGS releases report on Na Wai Eha

Astronomic cash cow?  OHA’s $50M shake-down continues

CB: Clean Energy Splits Environmentalists

KIUC indicted for endangered species law violations

CB: Civil Unions will make us rich, rich, rich!!! (well not quite)

Legal threat delays ethics vote

Pickup truck resolution rejected

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Wednesday, May 19, 2010
May 19, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 988 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics

Abercrombie team: Hannemann admin “intentionally violating Public Procurement Code”

Mufi site alleges Abercrombie’s chief fundraiser at center of Harris’ “pay-for-play” scandals

VIDEO: Aiona, Finnegan team up on electric vehicles, refrigerator rebates

Lingle: Revenues up, State to issue tax refunds early

Full Text: Hawaii GOP resolution calls for veto of HB444

EIS, cost concerns could derail construction plans

Honolulu rail tax revenue falling short of predicted growth

It ain't over until it's over — twice

SB Hypocrisy: Voter turnout must rise

Shapiro: Lingle shows a card on civil unions

Parents' triple tragedy informs plea for civil unions law

DePledge: Reserved

HMSA lands back in black for 1st quarter

Gov. Lingle's New Plan Expected To Provide Jobs Help Unemployed

Student's poster draws Tea Party's ire

Hawaii school board considers closing Haleiwa Elementary

Is the Hawaii Government Really Helping Hawaiians?

Lingle signs bill to draft Waianae disaster plan

Allegiant buys six 757 jets, announces plans to enter Hawaii market

'Give us a break': Council urged to freeze tax rates, find another way to balance budget

Maui Council votes on tax hikes

Wailua path project delayed amid Hawaiian protest

Registered Guns In Hawaii At All Time High

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Tuesday, May 18, 2010
May 18, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 789 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Full Text: Hawaii GOP resolution calls for veto of HB444

Whistleblower In $250,000 City Theft Case Speaks: City Blamed For Not Catching Parking Lot Scheme Earlier

Lingle Amused by arrogance of Dem Governor’s attack on Djou

Hawaii moves up dates for some tax refunds

Oshiro: The GE Tax is a “privilege of doing business in Hawaii”

130,000 Ballots Returned In Special Election

Group Home Agency Faces More Scrutiny: Hale Kipa Closes One Home, Faces Questions About Another

Shapiro: Lawmakers interfering in private business (Musubigate)

Abercrombie opens W. Hawaii campaign office

Big Island project to add 2,330 homes

VOUCHERS: OHA offers money for Native Hawaiian kids to attend private schools if they join tribe

New schools in Kihei, Wailuku, cafeterias in the works for county

Honolulu City Council may cut funds for televising its meetings

Journalist says she confessed in North Korean captivity

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Monday, May 17, 2010
May 17, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 890 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics

Duke Aiona challenges “old guard” -- convention speech a huge media hit

GOP Convention: Djou’s leadership builds enthusiasm for fall campaign

State running out of money?  Kawamura: “I cannot tell you what happens July 1”

Burris: Three former governors like Democrats. OK, and then....?

Broken Trust Levinson: State Constitution denies same-sex couples right to marry

SB: Crime should not pay

Transit Plan Out of City Hands

Six Years Later, Principals Still Don't Have Performance Contracts (Civil Beat becomes more creative in flacking for HSTA)

Hawaii to start seeing effects of health act

Seed industry growing strong

Hawaii jobless claims drop sharply

Court: Sexually Dangerous Can Be Kept In Prison

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Sunday, May 16, 2010
May 16, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1033 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics

Kalani HS: Poster trashes TEA Party as “evil”

Hawaii governor says bill's civil unions may be same-sex marriage

GOP conventioneers urged to counterbalance Dems' 'rubber stamp'

The state Republican Party Convention touts Djou's lead in election

Hawaii congressional win for GOP would be political hay

SB Oi: In Novemebr Dems will get same result vs Djou

SB: President's sis stays mum on congressional seat pick

Appointed Ed Board Proposal Will Complicate Elections (Civil Beat still flacking for HSTA)

SB: Even with fee increase, A+ program still great deal

ADV: Our homeless, and now their homeless, too

Hawaii preparations for fall elections behind schedule

On windward side, higher taxes proposed -- public hearings, not so much

Straney selected as new UH-Hilo chancellor

Another suit challenges Hokulia Bypass bonds are invalid

Convert County Band to nonprofit: Band director unhappy with mayor's latest proposal

Has Kaua‘i seen the recession’s end?

Police raid Nanakuli cockfighting ring

Communist Frida Kahlo retrospective a self-portrait in (self-imposed) suffering of a ‘progressive’ activist

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Saturday, May 15, 2010
May 15, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 988 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Hawaii Republican Convention meets today

Democrats denounce Djou

Djou or Hanabusa victory would initiate search for replacement

Charges to stand against Hemmings (enforcers of the one-party state)

1,842 Nonprofits in Hawaii Must Take Action today to Preserve Tax-Exempt Status

OHA Upset about uncounted criminals: Hawaii prisoners held on Mainland skew census results

Many isle youth will miss time off school despite negative effects

HSTA shills outline plans to continue using furloughs to help Abercrombie

UH Manoa Professor who admits arson reveals mental illness battles

Local Jobs bill to face court challenge

Studies of sun linked to understanding weather (or … ahem … climate)

October opening set for W. Hawaii's first adult shelter

Harbor fee collection called 'illegal'

Waianae Landfill operator 'shocked' by fine

Scavengers raiding Honolulu curbside recycling bins

GTMO Greenwell: End war on drugs

“Malicious Prosecution”  Kauai County continues war on Lady Ann

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Friday, May 14, 2010
May 14, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1031 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics

Gay Civil Unions: Mufi still refuses to oppose HB444

CQ: Democrats May Get the Blues in Hawaii

Republican Charles Djou Holds Cash Advantage Ahead of Special Election in Heavily Democratic Hawaii District 

Name in the News: State GOP Chair Jonah-Kuhio Ka'auwai (must read)

Djou clarifies that race not over

Hidden Tax Hike Likely to Dent Hawaii Non-Profit Fundraising Efforts

Hawaii school board may cancel next year's furlough days

POLITICO: Inouye's sway may cost Dems a seat

Adrienne King: My Quest to Become Hawaii's Next Lieutenant Governor

WSJ: Congressional Special Elections: Show of Horrors

WHT Polls Abercrombie’s fake DoE reform proposal

Hawaii County told to make more cuts

How Kaua‘i got to keep hotel-room tax

Arson is suspected in Hilo Church blaze

Warehouse fire consumes Kauai paper's newsprint

ML&P’s ‘survive to thrive’ plan passes

Hawaiian Electric seals 20-year deal with Kahuku Wind Power

Marines show how to be 'lean, green'

Hawaii Tourism Authority gets expanded authority to meet behind closed doors

Law firm will advocate for Hawaii children

 

Hawaii recycling plan offers $250 in cash for clunker refrigerators

Kawamoto selling Kahala houses

Honolulu landfill operator, city fined $424,000 for berm violation

Degrees of difficulty: World War II internees finally will get diplomas

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Thursday, May 13, 2010
May 13, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1039 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics, World News, World Politics

Poll: Djou ahead by 14 points as voters cast ballots

Honolulu 5th most indebted US city

Duke Aiona announces campaign leadership team

Rothenberg Political Report: Hawaii 1 moved to Lean Republican

Former TV anchor files papers for US House seat

Shapiro: Don't be surprised if Lingle vetoes HB 444

Employer guilty of sexually assaulting boy worker

Combined newspaper to employ up to 500 workers

Honolulu City Council moves ahead on property tax hike

City Council seeks rail project financial details

Lobbyist for lawyers opposes immunity for property owners

Shapiro: HSTA wanted to cause a crisis

Shapiro: Signs of life in the local Republican primary

Djou outlines priorities in Congress

Rate of ballot return indicates isle voters favor mail-in system

Civil Beat now peddling irresponsible voting: Majority of 1st District Voters Likely To Be Unrepresented

Carroll fined $100 for campaign law violations

Candidate wants fakes plan to to decentralize state school system

Isle schools smart to surge forward with solar power

2010 SB: Abstinence leads to Planned Parenthood

2008 Flashback SB:  Abstinence causes pregnancy, give us your daughters

Controversial Vexatious Requestor Bill Signed into Law

Hawaii foreclosures rise in April even as recession eases

Survey: Hawaii credit card debt averages $9,105 per person

Honolulu cop guilty of marijuana, driving charges

Marcos family wins three victories in Philippine elections

 

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Wednesday, May 12, 2010
May 12, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1110 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics

SB: Djou, Hanabusa lead money race with backing from big party donors

Wharton to file for congressional race vs Hirono Wednesday

Hawaii’s $1.3B annual Pension Bomb (State running out of time to fix budget)

“Civil Beat” now flacking for HSTA (No surprise here)

County fuel tax hike would hit rural Oahu hardest

Sit-In Protesters Fight Ban From Gov. Office

BOE just one vote away from increasing after-school program fees

SB: $4B Guam deal benefits Hawaii

Land in failed koa logging venture heads for auction

MCCC probing prisoner escape (43 priors)

Oahu cracking down on counterfeit bus passes

Police: Fetus In Kapolei Restroom An 'Unattended Death'

Homeless migration to Hawaii straining social services

Kauai Mayor’s budget proposal tweaked

Supreme Court Nominee Kagan Backs Limits on Speech That Can ‘Harm’

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Tuesday, May 11, 2010
May 11, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 902 Views :: Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics

Democrats on the Run in Hawaii

Finnegan hits Abercrombie’s “empty campaign promises” on education

Djou surges in fundraising

28 percent of ballots in Hawaii special election returned so far

Hawaii Democratic leader happy with DCCC's leaving

Ed Case's (lying) Ad Implies President Obama's Endorsement  (HI 1 Special Election now a referendum on Obama?)

ADV: Furloughs buy time, but they're not cheap

Judge likely to strike down Hawaii law on lease properties

Furlough Friday protesters plead not guilty to trespassing

PBN Polls HB 444:  Should Lingle sign or veto?

Celebrating first feast day for Father Damien

Mother of man shot by FBI agent says her son was off his meds

Hawaii man who served as pimp for minor online sentenced to 5 years

Hawaiian Electric profits up 33% in first quarter

Gas Company, GM to test hydrogen fuel-cell technology on Oahu

Hawaii public schools to get solar power

Kauai Hydro plant a step toward sustainability

Hokulia Bypass Bond called, but money being withheld

Council members react to Kenoi's property tax proposal

Kenoi gets $54K tinted windows, Hawaii County building costs

Foreclosure snag for housing project

Maui Homeless shelter could use a hand

Maui Land & Pineapple loses $2.7 million in quarter

Aquino backed by some local Filipino leaders

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Monday, May 10, 2010
May 10, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1048 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics, World News, World Politics

National Dems give up on Obama’s home district

Finnegan announces candidacy for Lt Governor

Finnegan: Legislative progress stifled by the real ‘Party of No’

Full Text: Hawaii GOP Platform proposed in two parts

Primary, General Election: Hawaii to allow overseas, deployed military voters to fax-in ballots

UPDATE--Jihadi murderer of Big Island man captured in Iraq: Navy Seals acquitted after facing prosecution

Race for Congress has some real chops

In-person voting begins today for Congressional race 

1000s of Oahu homes on ag land could be declared “nonconforming’ -- “Biggest government land grab”

Homelessness Industry: Placing a Legislative expiration date on common sense

Hawaii public schools' repair backlog chopped 50 percent

3 claim furloughs caused harm: Autism students file court records on negative effects

Honolulu public workers agree to two furlough Fridays each month

Socialized Hawaii Medicine: Short 500 doctors

Soft on crime claims a victim: Shot by FBI agt, Man allegedly brandishing gun was out on $100 bail

Hawaii's jobless seniors forced to tap Social Security early

Hawaii Department of Health Cites Hawaiian Waste Systems for Solid Waste Storage Violations

All-electric cars driving Hawaii into the future

Hawaii County plans May 20 meeting to discuss Hamakua lands

Kauai: Waimea residents fight development

Mass Neurosis: Path debate a sign of growing pains

Aquino leads in Philippines presidential race

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Sunday, May 09, 2010
May 9, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 726 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

House GOP leader Finnegan set to run for lieutenant governor

ADV: Hawaii governor may shape legacy with civil union decision

SB: Lingle's move still a mystery despite '02 campaign promise

SB Oi: Judge candidates by more than 1 issue  (just ignore their position on Gay marriage)

Kalapa:  Dunning all taxpayers product of 2010 session

Makua Valley: Anti-American war activists keeping combat soldiers away from their families between deployments

Maui Proposal aims to implement district voting

Power plant fans, foes to square off: Contested case hearing slated for Pepeekeo proposal

Anti-meth project reaches thousands of teenagers

Test Run For Special Election: Sample Votes Counted To Check Machines

SB: Waste contract has turned out to be a waste

Abercrombie honored for his support of U.S. troops

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Saturday, May 08, 2010
May 8, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1149 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics, World News

Green hypocrites: Case & Omidyar’s Maui Land & Pine tied to human trafficking case

Case “voted for the Bush tax cuts before he voted against them”

Congressional candidates tone it down in latest debate

Elections Officials To Test Ballot Counters

$425,000 gift saves state science fair

Hawaii 'surf reserves' bill hits sudden wipeout in Legislature

Meheula, Winer lawfirm scammed out of $300K

Mililani Restaurant Owner Attacked: Suspect Accused Of Rape, Robbery, Assault (38 priors)

Maui officer surrenders on drug charges

CT&T's Hawaii manufacturing plant could generate 400 jobs

Is Alii Parkway project dead? No funds, more burial sites and little initiative point to yes

30-meter telescope inching closer to reality

Residential tax rates rising: West Hawaii districts to be hit hardest

Kauai:  Furloughs still on table

SB: Welfare services reform should still be pursued

About $10M in food stamp money goes unclaimed by needy

800 more soldiers will serve in Iraq

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Friday, May 07, 2010
May 7, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1039 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics

National Democrats to 're-evaluate' participation in Hawaii Congressional race—Advertiser: “So what?”

WaPo still desperately trying to come up with excuses for Djou victory

Taxes and Insurance make Hawaii most expensive State to own a car 

Hawaii-based 307th Signal Battalion deploying to Afghanistan

Abercrombie in “Danger Zone” due to atheist attack on Aiona

Feds: Union Wrong, Teachers Can Work Legally For Free

Hawaii Democrats' Power Focus

News Flash: Rep. Hirono Elected to Third Term

CT&T, an electric vehicle manufacturer, hopes to build a plant, theme park and resort on Oahu

Lawsuit contends hotel's lights put rare Hawaiian birds at risk

Waste mismanagement

Maui:  $19.4M bottled up in tax appeals

State plans to auction ancient fishponds

Kaua‘i hosts National Day of Prayer

Kenoi's proposal cuts $11M from budget, boosts property tax rates 31.5%

Brenda Ford: “Somebody's going to make a lot of money off the fund. The people said 2 percent to buy land."

Ooma hearing draws strong opposition

Water rate increases for ag users fiercely opposed

Hawaiian Air gets tentative OK for Honolulu-to-Haneda route

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Thursday, May 06, 2010
May 6, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 750 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics

UH Manoa activist sold Hawaii controversial Student Loan Bonds

State Elections Officials 'Unable' To Release Voter Names

Lingle says she will confer with both sides on civil unions

Hanabusa to Obama: I won’t quit 

SB: “My nephew Ed Case is the best choice”

Case closed

Honolulu may have violated law in awarding of Rail design contracts (Neil vs Mufi in court)

Union Shills Appear in Court

Override vote ends plan to close welfare offices

Careful about who 'vexatious' requesters are

Kokubun could be in line for Senate presidency

Hawaii County: Kenoi proposes tax hikes to feed HGEA, UPW

Ethics bill moves forward

L.A. orders 439 medical marijuana dispensaries to close

Black Hopefuls Pick This Year in G.O.P. Races

Hawaii tot's killer gets life term for throwing child off overpass

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Wednesday, May 05, 2010
May 5, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1138 Views :: Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics, World News, World Politics

Aiona: “We have the resources to end furloughs”

Aiona campaign debunks Advertiser poll

Djou “Tele talk story” reaches thousands

Abercrombie missed 136 votes: Congress’ 18th-worst attendance record

State Budget: Time running short for Medicaid help

GM papaya wins approval in Japan

Hawaii Republicans are pinning big hopes on a Djou victory

Democrat Borreca: 2 candidates' split vote puts Democrats in a bind  (Mufi for Congress???)

Aiona calls on gov to halt furloughs

Atheists, Democrats coordinate media attack on Aiona

SB: Lt Governor denies desire for State faith  (Atheists, Democrats, hand in hand) 

SB: Let's end bias over same-sex unions

President Obama sends phone greeting to thousands of voters

Dilemma: hating oil but fearing the wind

State GOP platform controversial

Minority Report: GOP and the 2010 Hawaii Legislature

Hawaii homelessness still rising in wake of recession's job cuts

Nonprofits Can't Escape GET, Despite "Tax-Exempt" Status

Honolulu Advertiser employees receive notice

Hawaii bankruptcies soar 56 percent

Hawaii wise to tap China

Maui Budget with job cuts, furloughs OK’d

‘Why do we need a furlough?’ Kauai Councilman asks

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Tuesday, May 04, 2010
May 4, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 926 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

New National Democrat Poll Confirms 8-Point Lead For Djou

Obama to Inouye: Dump Hanabusa

Governor Lingle invites public comments on veto decisions

VIDEO SB2646: Hawaii surfing reserves killed by House Democrats

Debate Fact Check: Ed Case vs. Reality

Aiona calls on panel to approve Laupahoehoe Charter

Maui News polls gay civil unions >>> link

Star-Bulletin polls gay civil unions >>> link

Advertiser polls whether Case or Hanabusa should drop out of race >>> link

Lingle's job approval hits lowest level so far

Lingle's cuts kept in budget

Akaka Bill splits candidates

Strangelove Advertiser: Stop worrying and learn to love stimulus

Advertiser to Big Island: Drop Dead

Sierra Club Hawaii Issues Dual Hawaii Special Election Endorsement

Kenoi says he has no interest in running for Lt. Gov: Has raised over $47K

Hawaii Ranked 12th Worst In State Preschools

Honolulu daily papers now have one owner

Kona police captain says charges unlikely: Fellow officer files complaint following DUI stop

Man claims police illegally confiscated his pakalolo

Maui Council defers plan to reduce tax exemption

Council to consider land fund, redistricting

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Monday, May 03, 2010
May 3, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1118 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics

Pollster claims 66% of Hawaii residents favor recognition for Native Hawaiians (even though 73% of Native Hawaiians are excluded from Tribe)

After civil unions: Gay divorce

Governor Lingle reacts to end of legislative session

Kalapa: Don't think the fiscal crisis is over just yet

Shapiro: It's BOE, HSTA's move on furloughs

Families Threaten Lawsuit Over Care For Autistic Children

Obamamedia claims Stimulus brings 2,566 more jobs to Hawaii  (Can you find them?)

1-stop center for abuse victims a 'done deal'

Economy slowing residency program

Kauai Electric bills to increase

United, Continental boards OK merger: sources

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Sunday, May 02, 2010
May 2, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 997 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Djou momentum continues to build: New poll shows Djou with significant lead as voting begins 

Abercrombie: Gay Rights Trump Will of the People

Hawaii Poll: Djou now leads Democratic rivals in congressional race by 8 points

SB: Lingle should allow civil unions to save Democrats’ election chances this fall

Djou casts ballot, holds rally

By mail election forces new strategies

Hawaii's system for conducting state elections remains in place

Cayetano's memoir earns top book award

Gingrich to Maui GOP — Take advantage of ‘failures of the dominant party’

5 unions oppose state bid by mayor, endorse Abercrombie

Democrats meet on Maui, Big Isle

Hawaii preparing to turn mental health services over to insurers

Parents Request Documents On School Furloughs

UH-West Oahu campus awaits green light from governor

County suing Hokulia: Breach of contract suit latest in string of litigation over development

Honokohau Harbor parking: Businesses claim violation on fee plan (Recreational Renaissance)

Fidell: FWW rakes in $7M / year

Newspaper giant leaves the islands

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Saturday, May 01, 2010
May 1, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1011 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Akaka Bill: Aiona still concerned about Abercrombie’s new version

Hannemann Won't Take Position On Civil Unions Bill, Abercrombie calls him wimp  (Aiona is only anti-444 candidate)

Hanabusa challenges Case's voting record while Dems target Djou  (Djou is only anti-444 candidate)

SB: Gov holds civil unions' fate

Businesspeople speak up on potential impact of civil unions in Hawaii

SB: Hold line on tax hikes, even past election year

Oahu rail project back on track after airport plan approval

Advertiser Editor Mark Platte moves to TV, ADV terminations begin Monday

Psycho Obama Birth Certificate Critic Visits Hawaii

State stepping in to help Naalehu school (Failure rewarded with $11M)

Mayor ‘upset’ with handling of ’11 budget, termination of vacant positions

Union asks Legislature to probe worker's death

Oahu moves into final phase of curbside recycling expansion

Housing discrimination exists on Kaua‘i

Union to hold rallies in Hana next week

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Friday, April 30, 2010
April 30, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 740 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics

Naming Names: Legislators override Lingle's veto of 2000% oil tax increase

Veto Overrides “increase tax burden, discourage job creation, impede recovery”

Gay Marriage foes caught off guard, outline plan to retaliate

Burris: Lawmakers test voters' sentiment

SB: Restore days, reform schools

Atheists disrupt Senate: 1 arrested, 1 hospitalized

ADV: A good idea hampered by terrible timing

8 Hawaii legislators prepare to leave Capitol

Maui Testifiers: Keep property taxes low

HMSA rates rise 7.8% on average: Hike affects nearly 120,000 employees in small businesses

States Face Their First ObamaCare Test today—sign up for bankrupt, high-risk pool?

Waters of Life plans on hold  “Beating a dead horse”

Hawaii Charter Schools are ‘Canaries in a Coalmine’ Due to Toxic Funding Levels, Supporters Say

Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee: Silence From Djou on Wall Street Reform is Deafening 

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Thursday, April 29, 2010
April 29, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 895 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Hawaii Legislature: Sgt at Arms called to protect visitor from Rep. Cabanilla’s child molester

Sources: Legislature to vote on Gay civil unions

John Carroll: I believe Larry Mehau supports me for Governor

Taxed Enough Already? Maui protest vs. property tax hikes April 29

Congressional debate May 3rd on Hawaii News Now

“Liberty first” (This is the only coverage on the Special Election in any print publication today)

Furlough solution gains passage

PBN: Hawaii lawmakers kill tech tax credits

Doctor shortage keeps Shapiro out of Hilo

ADV: Hawaii passes bill to curb clamor for Obama birth certificate

Have unions outlived their original purpose?

Consolidation of 2 newspapers scheduled to begin next week

Gaps found in fire inspection records

Pit used to burn prison records

Kaua‘i developer gives county 138 acres of oceanfront property

Councilor eyes ban on riding in truck beds

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Wednesday, April 28, 2010
April 28, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 586 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Escalate II  (Still nearly zero Special Election coverage)

SB: Lingle vetoes tax hikes, but overrides expected

Voters to decide on appointed school board

Shapiro: Time to cut a deal on school furloughs

Ruling paves way for consolidation of Honolulu's 2 daily newspapers

It Works!  More seek shelter following tent ban

AP: HI lawmakers vote to limit Obama document requests

ADV: Your dentist loves HB 1212 but here's why you shouldn't

Buying Our Way Out of Problems Rather Than Setting Priorities

Health fund trustees delay decision: EUTF board wants more information before raising rates

Council passes resolution backing Hawaiian recognition

Jobs bill an anti-business mess that should stay vetoed

Hawaii Senate votes to cut off Act 221 high-tech tax credits

Hawaii filming of 'Lost' spent $228M locally over 4 years  (ACT 221 propaganda)

Ballots with only English challenged

Lingle hedges airline support

Charter school must move, set up new site

Bill to dissolve Aloha Tower agency dies in Legislature

Visitor arrivals jump 9.3 percent

Lawmakers pass bill to protect public access to beaches

Tort Reform in the States: Protecting Consumers and Enhancing Economic Growth

In-car smoking ban raises legal questions

Lingle vetoes DHS-reorganization bill, saying it is discriminatory

Maui County directors say plan to cut (vacant) jobs devastating

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Tuesday, April 27, 2010
April 27, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 850 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics

Special Election: Dozens of articles in national media -- nearly none in Advertiser, Star-Bulletin

Shapiro: "Machine" Dems go for all the marbles in 2010

Sen. Akaka: "God willing, I Plan to Run Again in 2012"  (Inouye: Take me out when I’m crazy.)

HSTA: Hawaii teachers can't legally work the 3 furlough days for free

Civil-unions bill gets last-minute lobbying

Fidell: Aquaculture's the new target of Isle activists

DePledge: Urgent action

Lingle vetoes 'local workers' bill but legislative override is expected

Mayors credited for saving TAT – property tax hike coming anyway

Hawaii's Census return rate of 65% one of the lowest in the nation

Rapozo: Turning off stadium lights for native birds is for the birds

Implications of Turtle Bay ruling are both narrow and wide

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Monday, April 26, 2010
April 26, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1128 Views :: Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics, World News, World Politics

Lingle calls on teachers, principals to reopen schools over HSTA/BoE objections

Honolulu Special Election: "Democrats petrified, going nuts"

Akaka may quit in 2012: Ed Case talks about Senate “opportunity”

With federal law at stake, Paid activists attack Hawaii fish farmers

Bill requiring number of public school days heads for final votes

Civil unions bill must be voted on  (Another religious leftist)

Democrat Advertiser: The high cost of economic optimism

Obama's sister glad to be back in Hawaii after long visit to D.C.

Voter numbers up 9,000 in advance of special election

A timid rewrite of campaign spending law

SB: Tobacco fund needs to be kept healthy

Capitol Round Up - April 26, 2010

Soft-on Crime Appeals court rules out evidence in murder of pregnant woman

Kawaiahao Church: Leader accused of theft resigns

Developed in Hawaii: Corn that can resist drought a 'blockbuster'

Maui Land & Pineapple names new CFO

Farm-worker housing bill hits home stretch

In Hawaii, the Most Powerful Waves Can Be Found at the Side of the Road

ACORN brought poor pimps into domestic politics (by Piven of Cloward-Piven fame)

 

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Sunday, April 25, 2010
April 25, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 745 Views :: Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Hawaii stakes high in all-mail House vote

Stretched schedule: DoE to be forced to provide 180 days (HSTA’s game busted)

Hawaii counties won't lose hotel-room tax share to state

Counties keep hotel room tax but the revenue chase goes on  (TAX INCREASE)

Retaliation: Senate Democrats, Democrat media reject truth-teller as UH Regent

The Democratic dilemma on gay unions

Hanabusa picks up Local 5 endorsement

Police officer is arrested for drunken driving

Anti-'birther' exemption would imperil public access

Atheist files Complaint filed over prayers at Honolulu City Council sessions: similar action planned against Senate

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Saturday, April 24, 2010
April 24, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1102 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Abercrombie: My “emanations” will make DoE serve students first

Legislature shoots down Aerospace Office after Hawaii signs agreement with NASA

House Republican Budget funds clean energy without tax hike

Akaka votes for Federal Value Added Tax-modeled on Hawaii GE Tax (Inouye opposes)

Bill to move up Hawaii’s illegal 2012 primary date

Lawmakers raid the Hurricane Relief Fund to end Furlough Fridays in a frenzy of actions to offset a $1.7 billion shortfall

Lawmakers Approve $67 Million To End Furloughs

Group of union shills urges gov to fund education (debunked)

Legislature advances constitutional amendment for appointed BoE 

Once Hawaii Was The Educational Leader

Advertiser tells Honolulu homeless to move tents onto sidewalks in legal loophole created by ACLU

Maui judge tosses charges tied to alleged pot trafficking under cover of medical marijuana

Health officials urge lawmakers to spare anti-smoking programs

Isles hailed for shielding patients from bad doctors

Hawaii had 7 ‘mass layoffs’ in March

Embattled Liquor Commission Admin. Resigns

Inefficiencies found in Maui County’s fleet--$24.3m in waste

Herkes: Why no water for Ocean View?

Islands push for Obama library

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Saturday, April 24, 2010
April, 2010 Letters to the Editor
By Letters to the Editor :: 1424 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Union man: Family values yes, Hanabusa no 

HB2290: We can’t eat houses

Erudite Letter from a liberal Fort Street lawyer 

Campaign Spending Commission nails prostitute, lets ‘johns’ walk

SCR 91 goes to House Committees: Protects Domestic Abuse victims  

HSTA member: “Trust me” -- keep BoE 

HB2290: Save our farmlands

Hannemann cancelled speed bumps for Kailua’s fatal Wanaao Road

Robotics: Despite Remote Geography, Priceless Opportunities in Ka’u

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Friday, April 23, 2010
April 23, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 647 Views :: Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Djou raises $116,000 in one day

SB: A look at some of the upcoming forums featuring the three major contenders in the special election for Congress

Scrutiny of Advertiser sale urged: Inouye asks DOJ for review due to deal's potential fallout

Hawaii lawmakers agree on $10.2 billion spending budget, revenues next

Governor: Revenues will not come back until 2013

SB: Budget surplus rebates should not be optional

State lawmakers working to complete budget (ACT 221 tax credits could be chopped)

Shell Game: Hawaii Legislature Moves to Balance the Budget Using Special Funds

ADV: Stop the city parks scare tactics

Dispute over vacant jobs delays progress on city budget measure

ADV: Stadium must make money  (what a concept)

Former Hawaii bank supervisor pleads guilty to theft charges

DoE Teacher and Principal plead no contest in prostitution case

Religious Leftist: Pass civil unions bill to assure rights, not religion

ADV: That bill on fireworks? What a dud!

Honolulu income disparity with Neighbor Islands widens

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Thursday, April 22, 2010
April 22, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 943 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics

VIDEO: Charles Djou on Sean Hannity show

Gay Civil Unions: No rest until April 29

Hooser, Hanabusa predict HB444 will bring gay marriage back before Courts

Child molester back at work at Hawaii Legislature

The Hill: Top of the ballot: The TV ad edition

Obama nominates Leslie Kobayashi to fill U.S. District Judge position

Hawaii lawmakers may use hurricane money to end furloughs DoE spared deeper cuts

Honolulu Budget includes tax increases

Honolulu Recreation cuts part of political game with State

Hawaii rents, already least affordable in nation, get worse

Maui prison plans revived

ADV: Don't give up fight for clean energy loans

Hawaii fireworks bill left sputtering in political maneuver

Maui: Decision to run brings mixed views

Dopers grill police on pot

Baby on board? No smoking allowed

Bill Allowing POW-MIA Flag to be Flown with U.S. and Hawaii State Flags Becomes Law

Sex offender faces a $2.5M civil judgment

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Wednesday, April 21, 2010
April 21, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 975 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics

TOMORROW April 22 is voter registration deadline for Special Election -- register >>> here

Civil-union backers seek to resurrect bill

Obama stomps Inouye in Dueling fundraisers: Abercrombie beats Hanabusa 6-1 as Dem donors are “sucked dry”

SB echoes DCCC: Charges accumulate in Djou ads

TEA Party activist is first GOP candidate for Hawaii lieutenant governor

Your tax increases at work

ADV: Loan could make UH-West Oahu a reality

Kawaihae Harbor expansion stymied by coral: What once was destroyed must be preserved

Accord reached on ban of shark fins

Honolulu's park recreation programs may get slashed: Recreational activity funds may be eliminated to help balance budget, Garcia says

Hawaii Co Council defers measure to fund repairs of private subdivision roads

Complete furlough plan unavailable: Frustration wraps up Kauai budget review

Hawaii teen whiz creates new math formulas

London TIMES: NATO investigates defence threat from wind farms

Hawaii unlikely to pass bond plan for clean-energy home loans

Anti-'birther' bill moves forward

'Local jobs' bill might backfire

Honolulu Civil Beat makes online debut

 

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Tuesday, April 20, 2010
April 20, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 883 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Inouye urges review of newspaper sale to company partly owned by Ed Case’s family

SB: Hawaii stifling charter schools

Waters of Life looks to future

Union Shills’ plan to launder HSTA demands into Gubernatorial campaign

CQ: New Filings Give Glimpse of Candidates’ Special Election Funding

PA-12: Burns/Critz 44/41 (PPP)

More Obama Admin lies: Stimulus bill adds destroys 11,000 Hawaii jobs

Latest data suggest auto sales decrease 1% in 1st quarter—lowest in over 20 years

Bank of Hawaii CEO to retire: Peter Ho will replace Allan Landon

Canceled contract cost keeps rising

Aid cut proposed for aged, disabled

Hawaii's A+ cost will probably hit $80: Parents expected to have to make up for $2.1M cut in funding

2 charged in murder over pakalolo

City ban on tents goes into effect

Controversial “Lanai” Council member eyes top Maui job

Council again grapples with concurrency

Kauai Administration trying to improve project accountability

Jack in the Box begins selling BLENDED Kona coffee

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Monday, April 19, 2010
April 19, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 712 Views :: Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Advertiser Endorsement: More Case family media manipulation?

POLITICO: Kos poll: Djou leads by three

Case, Hanabusa live outside the 1st District

Hawaii's Neighbor Islands could play big role in race for governor

SB: Efficient services is goal

To rule over Hawaii? Kyl: Liu's writings 'vicious'

Permanent curfew considered for Hawaii public housing project

Two bills to ban shark finning fishing must be merged into a final version

Killing is tied to pot farm

City to Enforce Removal of Homeless Tents, Carts from Parks

Hawaii curbside recycling falls 15% as print newspapers decline

Aloha Tower Development agency poised for success

Failed former Kauai Mayor & anti-Superferry snob, Joann Yukimura draws papers to run for Council

Socialist Hawaii forced to import lava rock

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Sunday, April 18, 2010
April 18, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 684 Views :: Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Loyal Democrat? Hanabusa helped GOP against Hirono in ‘06 

Advertiser Endorses Case—says he’s a Democrat and he showed up for votes

TAX HIKES: Hawaii's green efforts not cheap, but will pay off, hucksters say 

Barrel Tax: Democrat Burris demands State tax gas solely to raise price

SB: Taxpayers can't bail out health fund

CHARTER SCHOOLS: Furlough free  (Amazing what can be done by escaping the system)

SB: Union Shills defend motives

Kalapa: Bluff needs to be called in teachers contract

WHT Polls Union Shills’ Furlough Circus

UH Regents: Female leaders laud Gov. Lingle's record

UHM vs UHWO over bonds

After years, plans for old Navy station on Oahu taking shape

Senators’ Proposed DLNR cuts would run deep 

Kauai: Don’t furlough county public safety officers

Kauai: Trash collection fee on the horizon ($144/year or more fee increase)

Food Fight: Hawaii Food Bank muscles its way onto Kauai Food Bank’s territory

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Saturday, April 17, 2010
April 17, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 708 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

SB: Djou closes gap on rivals

ADV: Tight race for seat in Congress

Hawaii gas prices about to get pushed up by added taxes

HSTA shills’ plan now called “people’s plan” or “parents’ plan” by media

Hawaii gains jobs again in March, unemployment steady

DoE to begin extorting money from Developers

Gambling loss tax deduction reinstated in Hawaii

Proposed Hawaii law would prevent gun seizures during emergencies (passes Senate 21-0)

Homeless prepare for tent and shopping cart bans

Repairs on College Hill keep Greenwood in rental

UHH chancellor hopefuls named

UHWO nears deadline on campus project: West Oahu plans could hinge on bond financing

Charter Commission's proposed changes are headed for council review

Big Island hotel workers vote to strike

High cost of travel may be keeping visitors away

'Green' building code raising concerns ahead of vote to delay implementation

Scam Expands--A 2nd garbage patch: Plastic soup seen in Atlantic

 

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Friday, April 16, 2010
April 16, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 882 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics, World News, World Politics

ADV: Djou is “most credible GOP candidate in years”

Hanabusa, Djou Raise Twice As Much As Case

Union shills insert themselves in Gubernatorial campaign

Furlough Protesters admit to collaborating with HSTA

$46M for child welfare in dispute

Don't let funding flame out for anti-smoking programs

Hawaii businesses must pay taxes earlier

Earmarks received by Senators Cochran & Inouye (combined): $890,000,000

Criminals May Have Harder Time Hiding New Arrests from probation Officers

Hawaii’s Health and Pension Funds Are Bleeding Red Ink

Study: Teacher Pension Plans on Shaky Ground

ADV: The man with 2 faces

Isles' new frontier? Space

Aiea firm gets grant to build biorefinery

Yagong: Why did county cancel land auction?

Wrong-way crowd: President mistimed sale of Bankoh stock

Antarctic mission: UH researchers return from an expedition with warnings about climate warming

US Senate climate bill to be unveiled April 26

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Thursday, April 15, 2010
April 15, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 582 Views :: Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

April 15 No New Taxes Five Rallies on Four Islands: Honolulu, Hilo, Kona, Maui, Kauai

SB: Inouye's gift seen as more 'revenge'--The $100,000 donation to a national group could undercut Case

Pay at the pump to feed HGEA make-work jobs: Hawaii lawmakers pass barrel tax, bar aid office closings

BOE bill gives voters say: Hawaii voters may decide if governor should appoint Board of Education

Union Shills end Capitol sit-in

Hawaii Business: Fixing Schools is a Broken Process

Hawaii private schools feeling economic pressures: Holy Trinity, Word of Life Academy will close in June (But DoE gets $2B)

Royal Hawaiian Band musicians and backers hope for a reprieve from budget cuts

Environmental reviews get stale quickly  (Supreme Court’s Turtle Bay Agenda exposed)

Roadblocks on the Path to Hawaii’s Energy Future

Job offers made to 600 Advertiser employees

Thousands Of Business Complaints Could Be Kept Secret

Does Hawaii need more fishing regulations?

Former Honolulu councilman Felix to pay $50,000 fine

Race for Lanai seat heating up

TV's Tea Party Travesty

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Wednesday, April 14, 2010
April 14, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 830 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

National Democrats: Hanabusa “unelectable”

Inouye buys off DCCC with $100,000

Debate: Djou stands for tax cut--Case, Hanabusa call for higher taxes and Advertiser spins

TPM: AFL-CIO Mailers Back Hanabusa, Slam Ed Case In HI-01 Special Election

How Many DOE Employees Does it Take to Mow the School Yard? (DoE employs 13 plumbers per school)

SB: Lingle meets with protesters

SB to HSTA:  Get back to the table and settle this thing

Union Shills: Sit-in Protests Over School Furlough Days Only 'The First Step'

ADV: Mākaha plan a winner

ADV: EUTF Trust-fund remedy left to lawmakers

TAXES: The Cost of Living in Paradise Slated for Sharp Increases

Keep Kauai Jammed: Obstructionist fires lawyers Murakami, Frankel

Hawaii Co Property values fall by $3 billion

ADV: An orchestra set to scale is reasonable

Study finds benefits in modified crops, warns of overuse

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Tuesday, April 13, 2010
April 13, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 603 Views :: Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics

Larry Mehau supporting Neil Abercrombie

VIDEO: Tied for lead, Djou launches new campaign commercial

Lingle to SoS Protesters: DoE selected furlough schedule to “maximize disruption to the school calendar”

SB2434: Furloughs? Legislature finds funds to raise Matayoshi's salary

KITV: New Poll: Case, Djou Tied In Special Election

Hawaii oil tax hike nears final vote: Bill that blocks DHS cuts also expedited to force Lingle to take quick action

9 protesters cited for trespassing: Gov. Lingle says Save Our Schools has falsely characterized her effort to get kids back in class

Prison Guard’s Alleged threat against senator probed: Statement tied to proposed cuts at Hālawa facility

Tax collections down 1.6 percent

Council seeks 'careful' cuts property tax hikes, gas tax hike to feed HGEA, UPW

Panos: Rail is a gravy train only for its promoters

SB: Cooperate on Turtle Bay

The Plight of Aloha Airlines is Emblematic of What Ails Hawaii

Two Hawaii hospitals win national awards (a first)

Hawaii House Race: Turf Fight in Paradise

DCCC attacks Hawaii Republican for signing no tax increase pledge

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Monday, April 12, 2010
April 12, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 991 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Poll: Djou tied for lead in Congressional race

Is your church ready to vote May 1-22?

HB444: Civil Unions supporters continue push for gay marriage

Hawaii tax plan raises $75M less than hoped (Homeowners Association tax dropped from plan)

Revised Akaka bill unsettles Isle GOP

Focus on HSTA, Lingle tells rally

Atheists, Gays push City, State to Tax the Church?  (No separation of atheism and state?)

Nominees for regent face confirmation hearings tomorrow

SB: Settlement rightly favors Maui players

ADV: Trash pact with HWS reeks

Changing mindsets key to reducing plastic bottles, residents say

With biofuels, burning of cane may go up in smoke

Council confronts nonprofit cuts

Big Island hospital to cut 13 workers

Hawaii losing some enchantment as wedding site for nonresidents

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Sunday, April 11, 2010
April 11, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1076 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, World News, World Politics

ADV: Is Hanabusa a lackey?

Tax hikes mean Hawaii state job cuts drop to only 689, 1% of total

Empire Builders at DoE--Staff change alarms parents (Hundreds of new Gov’t employees)

High-tech tax credits under fire: Budget plan defers Act 221 for 3 years, raises tobacco levy  (Dems can’t afford welfare for rich)

Room 309 (The Legislature now moves to get its real business done, in secret with only lobbyists and activists watching)

Abercrombie and Hannemann vie for attention at convention (Study the meal plans for clues)

Residents voice concerns over aquaculture project

Furloughs sit-in moves to Washington Place, protestors vow to stick around

Waters of Life School faces closure  (HTH, ADV play catch-up to Hawai’i Free Press)

State investment practices to be curbed: Law getting rewrite because $1.1B got tied up in market

Burris: Shifting prisoners to Mainland at best a short-term solution

Former Kauai courts manager denies allegations: Barreira accused of sexual harassment

Chair also questions legality: Asing: Furloughs equal savings?

Gendercide: China's shameful massacre of unborn girls means there will soon be 30m more men than women

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Saturday, April 10, 2010
April 10, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1605 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics, World News, World Politics

Out of money, Puna DoE school shutting down next week

Ed Case votes against tax cut for military personnel, supports death tax

SB: Democrats' ad on Djou deemed false

Kaulana Park confirmed as DHHL chairman (After Hanabusa gets her deal)

Prison guards allegedly threaten to shoot Hawaii Senator

Kulani Prison Guards allegedly burn documents in 20’ ditch, steal equipment

Prison guards lobby lawmakers over proposed cuts

War on food production continues: Group urges fish-farming safeguards—“Environmentalists” call for moratorium on expansion

Honolulu rail route change may oust some Ualena Street shops

Allow me to refresh mayor's memory

Slom-Zimmerman team, Texas investor qualified to pursue Star-Bulletin

Grown-ups at sit-in ticketed

Hawaii public school candy ban fails

Kam School blames lawyer in Hawaiians-first dispute

Hawaii Pork Report Exposes Piggie Pies in the City

Maui judge disregards plea deal, sentences man who beat wife to five years

Flags stolen from veterans center

Higa sex harassment case settled, lawyer says

Fight sparks Keaau High lockdown

Maui Residents appeal to preserve funding

Residents see some progress, poll shows

NKorea vows to keep building nuclear bombs

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Friday, April 09, 2010
April 9, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 758 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics

Case, Djou oppose Akaka bill changes, Djou alone speaks out against gay marriage

Ethnic issue, outside groups enter congressional race

Legislators keep general excise tax increase in play

What just happened? (State Supreme Ct writes EUTF decision nobody understands)

Who is 'Essential' to Ending Hawaii's School Furloughs

Airport fix could add $100M to cost of Rail

Akaka Bill passage questioned as opposition mounts

SB: Makaha project is big step forward

Supreme Court lowers value of Turtle Bay shoreline property

ADV: Curfew can break cycle of violence, should be extended to Kuhio Park Terrace

More Than 100 Prison Guards Could Lose Jobs

Hawaii auditor: Abolish Aloha Tower agency

Harbor users strongly oppose parking fees (Coffman, Evans, no-show)

Disaster planning diversion doesn’t get state support  (Where’s Mufi?)

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Thursday, April 08, 2010
April 8, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1335 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics, World News, World Politics

Missile Defense: Obama's False START could leave Hawaii unprotected 

Inouye to beg Pelosi not to support Case

The squeeze is on: Taxing bills gain momentum

Hawaii Legislature Tackles Controversial Public Education Issues

School fixes engage gov candidates

25 Parents, kids stage Lingle office sit-in

Land gift initiates aid to leeward education (Hanabusa gets plug from Jeff Stone)

Federal APEC funds could be 'tens of millions'  Ca-Ching!

Log Cabin Republicans Endorses Charles Djou for Congress

Hawaiian Telcom seeks initial public offering

Council kills Tam's proposal to end fund that he misused

More info on possible Star-Bulletin Buyers

ADV: Maui water ruling should favor HC&S

Biofuel scam: After century of private sugar operation, HC&S to become ward of State (“Funding could determine future”)

Baldwin girls’ softball will get new field: Under settlement, state releases $1M to build stadium

GTMO Greenwell opposes Kenoi's stringent restrictions

Enviros to use Garbage Guilt to squeeze millions from Hawaii Co Taxpayers

Enviros continue to harass Kona fish farm operators

EPA fines Gay and Robinson, Kula Lodge for cesspool violations

Kauai solar project 'pretty well stalled': Renewable power firm, utility break off talks over disagreement on costs

Fire Commission against allowing Kauai mayor to pick chief

Another Government–controlled market

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Wednesday, April 07, 2010
April 7, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 796 Views :: Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Abercrombie Promised He Would Not Reward Failed Banks with Massive Bailout – Then Did

Fact Checking: Anti-Djou attack ad “Simply false”

VIDEO: National Democrats' anti-Djou commercials starting tonight

Dan? Who’s Dan? National Dems sabotage Hanabusa to help Case

POLITICO: National Dems still refuse to rule out Case endorsement

SB: Taxing bills gain momentum—Charities, gasoline, internet sales, to be taxed, HGEA kills school reform, HGEA to be fed from special funds

ADV: Hawaii Legislature focusing on targeted tax hikes, special funds  (use of ACT 221 tax credits to be suspended?)

Hawaiian homes, Kam School campus will be built in Makaha Valley

Rail propaganda fills papers, airwaves

Speaking of propaganda: “Modesty among keys to Inouye's success”

Common Cause Urges Hawaii Senators to Adopt Floor Amendments to Shed Light on Corporate Political Expenditures

SB: Find alternative to curfew at public housing

Stagnant trash riles officials: At least 2 on council believe waste company 'intentionally misled'

UPW follows ILWU in backing Tavares re-election bid

Hanapepe ‘Dial-a-doc’ faces 5 years in prison

Hawaii biofuels, solar power being boosted for military use

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Tuesday, April 06, 2010
April 6, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 952 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Win or lose, Inouye to back Hanabusa in September Primary

Proposed Hawaii Barrel Tax Hike Just Another Money Grab

Isle GOP's platform drops some language on Hawaiians

Advertiser peddles Latest DoE scam: “Hawaii wants struggling schools to innovate”

ADV: Time for big concessions to end furlough stalemate (More commentary on RTTT)

New computing could save Hawaii DoE millions

Many of Hawaii housing project's residents back mandatory curfew

Tobacco fund grab to feed HGEA: Hawaii abuse prevention program in peril

Honolulu's tab for hosting APEC at least $28M and rising

SB: Marshallese due nuke-test damages despite legal ruling

Many Hawaii care homes lack liability insurance

Hawaii Business Climate, Legislature, Worsening State's Doctor Shortage

Hawaii Teachers’ Union Incites Teachers to Blame Governor for Furloughs

Appeals court affirms ruling denying furlough Friday injunction

Economists Issue Letter Opposing Proposed 25 Percent General Excise Tax Hike

Police say HPP man wanted on multiple meth charges

Maui: Trial of accused spy set to begin

Treatment for atrial fibrillation done on Maui and only a few other places in U.S.

Housing market picks up

 

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Monday, April 05, 2010
April 5, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1261 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Hannemann cancelled speed bumps for Kailua’s fatal Wanaao Road

National Democrats want DC to select Hawaii’s next member of Congress

As “momentum shifts to Djou”, Hanabusa’s “boldly deceptive” campaign implodes: Ads, mailers pulled

National Dems Consider Backing Case

Djou, Case, Hanabusa to debate April 13 Moiliili

OHA Trustee: Rice decision “really not all that bad”

SB: Act quickly to protect state health care law

SB on Probation HOPE: Budget cuts imperil justice in Hawaii

Same-sex union backers picket for vote on measure

Puna’s Fred Blas honored with Ola Pono Award

Generations rally to back LHS ‘history’

HCC to wrap rail station into campus plans

'Shared sacrifice' applied unevenly: Mayor wants to raise taxes, spend more on travel, lobbying

Shrimp farm committed to sustainability, official says

What does economic recovery mean for Kaua‘i?

Bill might bite shark tours

Sign-waving tradition returns for House race

Maui News nails climate fraudsters

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Sunday, April 04, 2010
April 4, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 911 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai Politics, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, World News, World Politics

As “momentum shifts to Djou”, Hanabusa’s “boldly deceptive” campaign implodes: Ads, mailers pulled

Dems Wary Of Hawaii Special Election

April 15 No New Taxes Five Rallies on Four Islands: Honolulu, Hilo, Kona, Maui, Kauai

National Democrats to dump Hanabusa? (Obama to retaliate against Inouye?)

ADV on RTTT--Lesson learned: We can still win this thing (No we can’t, and here’s why….)

OHA trustees may face tougher path to election

Police chiefs pressured legislators on pot bill

State Historic Preservation agency urged to shape up

Support dwindles for “Birther” bill limiting access to records

Spike in Hawaii home prices on the horizon: Also, drop in building permits hints at Oahu housing shortage

Student housing gets face lift

E-W Center: Political Attitudes under Repression

Kenoi pushes ethics changes again

Pierces’ mercy mission didn’t end when they got on Mainland plane

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Saturday, April 03, 2010
April 3, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 854 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Hanabusa pulls “deceptive” ads, mailers

Full Text: Governor Lingle on ‘Island Insights’

Ed Case: “A reliable vote for imposing higher taxes on middle-class families and small businesses”

Case highlights time in Washington, forgets to mention ineffectiveness

Lingle estimate on health bill criticized as incomplete

EUTF's $1M/month losses could result in reduced benefits, higher premiums

Maui News polls School Reform

Terms sway furlough debate

Lingle’s aide criticizes union for plan that ‘will not be implemented’; Maui teachers give their takes on vote

All Kaua‘i SNAP offices to close

Maui News: ‘One-on-one’ cut out of DHS

House panel chairman resurrects shark fin bill

Councilman suggests Big Isle police officers, firefighters forego raises

Hawaii crops, algae may get funded for military biofuel

Powerful question: Would Big Isle ocean thermal electrical plant make economic sense?

A time for timeshares

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Friday, April 02, 2010
April 2, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 892 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, World News

VIDEO: Hanabusa campaign ad nailed for Legislative pay raise “deception”

Inouye: Rail is “project that goes on forever”

ADV: Barrel Tax is a “fraud” and a “scam”

Public Union Leaders Angered Senator Kim refused GET Increase to feed HGEA

Dem Legislators’ Reports blast gov's strategy

Linda Smith: Union Put Hawaii Teachers in Bad Position

Latest DoE gambit: Cut funding for Lahainaluna Boarding School

SB: Camping ban holds promise of success (ACLU already has strategy to defeat)

Bottle Tax could rise if Redemption Fund Raided

Tax Hikes on the table: Council plans to discuss solid waste plan Tuesday

Hospital plots recovery: Hawaii Medical Center would like to convert its two facilities into nonprofit companies

House panel kills medical marijuana dispensaries bill

Alleged pot farmers await trial

No bidders on Hamakua land (harassed by shake down artists, nobody bids)

'Affirmative government' could foster public civility

Show me some political porn for Democrats

Census returns sixth lowest in U.S.

Guard soldier 'wanted to serve'

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Thursday, April 01, 2010
April 1, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 989 Views :: Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

FULL TEXT: Hawaii Pork Report finds $300M in waste, abuse, and mismanagement

VIDEO: Hawaii Meth Project welcomed at Legislature

Neil Abercrombie Blasts Condi Rice. Blames Affirmative Action?

Shapiro: Hanabusa ad boldly deceptive

Hawaii environmental law being reshaped in private talks

Fake Plan put to vote: Teachers endorse union plan to end furloughs

ADV: Flawed? Sure, but DHS plan is worth trying

Ban on tents, shopping carts in parks across Oahu signed into law

Honolulu Council Member Romy Cachola’s Scoops on the Rail

Hilton plans major renovations in Waikiki

Station owners must reveal merger details

Aloha Bowl among record Bankruptcies

Sorry: Mizuno apologizes to Governor

Marijuana charge dropped against Honolulu police officer

Ex-MPD officer enters not guilty plea to 25 charges

Shapiro: Charter school kids get something to chew on (candy ban)

SB: Clamp down on cockfights

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Wednesday, March 31, 2010
March 31, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 607 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

April 15 No New Taxes Five Rallies on Four Islands: Honolulu, Hilo, Kona, Maui, Kauai

Victims of DoE “embezzlement”: Substitute Teachers want their back pay

Election of BOE may go on Hawaii ballot

Private Sector Feels the Pinch as the Hawaii Legislature Moves $10 Billion State Budget Forward

Isles 22nd in Race to the Top  (DoE plays with numbers to make it look like they’re #22 instead of dead last)

Democrat Borreca: Latest poll offers little to reassure isle GOP

Democrat Burris: Layoffs can cost us more, long term

SB: New health law a boon to Hawaii small businesses

Honolulu still tops list of costliest U.S. cities

Kenoi proposes property tax increase to offset declining property values

 

Six month spent trying to get action--ongoing sex abuse of minor (Your government at work)

Increased Travel From Canada and Asia Cities Boosts Hawaii's Visitors Arrivals

Capitol Round Up: Bad Bills Still Alive as Hawaii Legislature Heads for 2nd Crossover

Hemmings: Undersea Cable a Multibillion Boondoggle

ADV: A creative way to pay for that solar heater

Mixon won't be reprimanded (or fired)

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Wednesday, March 31, 2010
March, 2010 Letters to the Editor
By Letters to the Editor :: 624 Views :: Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Victims of DoE “embezzlement”: Substitute Teachers want their back pay

Is this our America?

Another week, another ban

Take the Money from the Rail Fund, Enough Already, People are Suffering

QUICK! QUICK! QUICK! CONDEMN! CONDEMN! CONDEMN!

Election 2010: Time for an overhaul

Furlough Fridays save children from killer dogs

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Tuesday, March 30, 2010
March 30, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 490 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Fireworks, dirt, and stolen trucks: Colleen Hanabusa and the Honolulu Raceway Deal

House committee considers bills that allow governor to appoint BOE

Slom and Zimmerman may bid for the Bulletin

Socialism: 50% of Big Isle kids had prenatal substance exposure

Hawaii Senate panel's draft budget taps various funds

No TAT? City may eliminate cultural programs (Washington Monument gambit)

228 to lose jobs, 31 offices will be shut as Hawaii DHS modernizes system

Funding HOPE makes sense for budget, crime

Few nursing homes fined for infractions

Got Sweet Tooth? There’s a Tax for That

Kalapa: Alternatives to Proposed Hawaii Tax Increase Need Serious Consideration at the Legislature

HTH: County, state tax hikes a terrible idea in hard times

Bill recognizes cultural value of cockfighting

Delaware, Tennessee to get $600 million in 'Race to the Top' grants—Hawaii gets zero

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Monday, March 29, 2010
March 29, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 777 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Hawaii barrel tax may rise nearly 3,000%

Socialist Hawaii 49th in charitable giving

SB: Car-seizure bill an empty gesture

Affordable housing project in revival: State assembles EIS notice in attempt to develop Leiali‘i (After 16-year war with OHA)

200 rally against proposed homeless lunatic project

Maui mayor proposes cutting helicopter air ambulance service  (Washington Monument Gambit to make case for tax increase)

Naeole-Beason calls to delay new energy standards: Postponement could cost county federal 'green' money

Bird Kill hypocrisy: Environmental groups sue KIUC

Eco-scammers blame fake coral extinction on fake global warming

Legislature hones in on the big issues: State resolution touts cockfighting as cultural activity

Kauai County manager proposal dormant, but not dead

Shipment of Honolulu's trash delayed until end of April

Catholic policy toward gays misguided

SB: Hawaii a natural place for Obama library site

Shapiro: Local TV news lacks serious reporting

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Sunday, March 28, 2010
March 28, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 576 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Full Text: Rasmussen polls Hawaii Governor’s race

Drunks, tax cheats, and other wannabees: Scary Democrat Lieutenant governor candidates air ideas

SB: Restore Akaka Bill's original language

Hawaii's shortage of doctors may double or triple over next decade  (Obamacare preview)

Stakes high as testing begins

ADV: Audit raises legitimate management issues

The state's probation program cuts new crime and drug use by offenders, a study finds

Reform groups want changes in campaign spending laws

6,000 compete for 175 jobs

State 5 cent plastic bag fee advances in Senate

SPJ: Vexatious Requestor Legislation Does Not Facilitate a Transparent Government and Sets a Bad Precedent in Hawaii

Property taxes to increase: Finance committee to mull over Kenoi's budget proposal

Ca-Ching! Big Isle turbines to tower 156 feet

Big Island, small population growth

N. Korea faces likelihood of widespread upheaval

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Saturday, March 27, 2010
March 27, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 666 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Aiona’s Akaka Bill statement spins out of control

Rasmussen survey shows Aiona losing to Democrats

Health care hovers over race: Three U.S. House candidates debate reforms at a forum

Lingle Calls HSTA Vote ‘An Insult’ (HSTA to vote on fake deal Wednesday—even Leg has not signed off)

Lingle demands apology of Mizuno

Governor lashes out at lawmakers: claims they 'lost focus'

One frog in Manoa and Hawaii lawmakers vote to support eradication

House, Senate Committees Propose $1 to $5 Barrel Tax Hike on Petroleum

Hawaii close to raising car rental fees

Hawaii legislators considering 'safe zones' for homeless

Mauna Kea plan wins approval: Astronomy backers turn out in force

Grove Farm prepares to launch Wailani subdivision as 'green' neighborhood

Amid budget crunch, Hawaii County spends $400K for new furniture

Central Pacific CFO Hirata resigns (5 days ‘til possible FDIC takeover)

Medical marijuana in Kau: Pot guardian gets 20 years for slaying

Proposal for special cemetery section draws opposition

SB demands censorship: Hawaii-based general out of line on gay issue

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Friday, March 26, 2010
March 26, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 687 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics

To prevent vote on DoE reform, Legislature refuses to fund furlough settlement

Political rivals split on rail: Djou says he wouldn't ask for federal funding; Case, Hanabusa would

NRO: Hanabusa Claims She Can Create Jobs? Alo-Ha-Ha-Ha!

Honolulu rail planners knew of airport issues in 2006, state says (Mufi’s crew caught lying)

State retirees' health benefits can be different, high court rules

UHERO sees progress in some areas, but little help for high unemployment

Sale of revenue bonds to improve Hawaii airports

Keep teens from drugs (22% are smoking dope)

Welfare fraud busts persist despite cutbacks

ADV: An agency failure of historic proportions

Army commander in Hawaii rebuked by Pentagon, Gates: Commander of U.S. Army Pacific called repeal 'ill-advised'

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Thursday, March 25, 2010
March 25, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 618 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Lingle to Senators: “Please reject current version of Akaka Bill” (Full Text)

Hawaii gets momentary reprieve as Obama’s ultra-leftist judicial nominee is stalled

Aiona: State needs to boost efficiency, encourage business

Hanabusa Ad Misleadingly Claims She “Cut Legislative Salaries”

Educators (sic) knew plan had no chance of OK, Lingle says

Furloughs: SB tries to re-negotiate HSTA/BoE hostage demands

Led by Roz Baker, molester’s former employer, Senators kill measure on free flying of flag

Gov wants emergency $40M to pay for Medicare, Say demands GE Tax hike

Honolulu rail project will have to pick up tab for airport route fix

Mayor says he'd review state finances (to create excuse for) tax hike (while giving himself campaign deniability)

Hoping for Matson Monopoly backing, Abercrombie starts defending Jones Act

The state agency that preserves cultural and historic sites gets U.S. orders to improve — or lose half its budget

Star-Bulletin staff may be cut by 150: Advertiser likely to lose even more

Pay-to-Play legalized in Campaign finance bill

Children of Hawaii are not 'pork' (Inouye and for profit earmarks)

Court will name new Kamehameha trustee

DoE still failing: Reading scores improve for Hawaii 8th graders, slip for 4th graders

Honolulu ponders fly-over ramp, other fixes for H1's Lunalilo jam

State's population growth has slowed (9 people leave for mainland every day)

Last pieces of Maui Pine sold at auction

Hilo Vets home nearly full after shaky start

Hawaii-based general admonished for advocating gay ban

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Wednesday, March 24, 2010
March 24, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 987 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics

Molester’s former employer Sen. Roz Baker Blocking Flag Pole Bill: Veterans to return medals

Goodwin Liu: Obama’s Most Radical Judicial Nominee

Lingle considers joining lawsuits against federal health care law

Special election offers 3 distinct candidates

Aiona: State needs to boost efficiency, encourage business  (Efficient Government candidate #1)

Finnegan: Republicans offering common-sense ideas (Efficient Government candidate #2)

Central Pacific Bank shares continue to fall: FDIC could seize bank March 31

Survey: Hawaii ‘09 tax collections fell 8.4%

HGEA, poverty industry urge tax increase

Plan to end Hawaii teacher furlough days tied to constitutional amendment

State audit to delay rail project by 3 months

Hawaii Senate Considering Conveyance Tax Hike to Fund Homeless Housing

Fallen Heroes Honored At State Capitol: 28 Families Receive Medal Of Honor

Army, Native Hawaiian community to sign symbolic accord

Hawaii pitching Google for super-fast internet

Cigarette? Not in front of the kids

31% of Honolulu residents embroiled in “organic” cult

Baby boom drives population as exodus continues

County, UPW reach automated-trash deal (union jobs now depend on recycling)

Nurses union endorses Hooser

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Tuesday, March 23, 2010
March 23, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 722 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics

Will Hanabusa allow DHHL to revert back to the bad old days?

States vs Obamacare: Florida, Washington, Pennsylvania, Nebraska and others to file suit

Buy insurance or lose 2.5% of income: “Wheelchair Tax”, Union “Cadillac Plans”, 44% rental tax, part of $409.2B in new taxes

To rule over Hawaii: Obama nominates Gay Marriage activist to 9th Circuit Court

Kim’s budget shell game proposes no GET hike, pay at pump with oil tax instead

The Tax Man: Attacking problem with tax increase reflects arrogance

GET hike would hurt the poor, stall recovery

SB: Hawaii health law must be secured (Hirono caught in a lie)

ADV: City-FAA beef not reassuring

Hawaii lawmakers urge consolidating furlough days

Hawaii Health Department: 'Vexatious Requesters' Should Be Banned from Asking for Obama Birth Certificate

Survey finds 75 Visitors, some of whom are asking: 'Why no gambling?'

Welfare Cheats: Four sentenced in Hilo after years of freeloading

HGEA, UPW operatives now blaming cutbacks for deaths, dope, koa poaching

31 Pacific Century Fellows inducted into old boy system

HMC amps up cardiac care

Honolulu bill would seize cars to curb prostitution

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Monday, March 22, 2010
March 22, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 426 Views :: Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Socialist health care passes 219-212: Honolulu voters will be first to pass judgment

Lingle: Obamacare passage will cost State $300M, endanger QUEST

Djou: “Trillion dollar bill will do little to improve health care”

ATOMIC MONKEY: Abercrombie MIA on Obama’s Health Care Showdown , Abercrombie seeks unlikely redemption from Christian Right

State reviving plan for Lahaina homes: (War with OHA over affordable housing)

Health care reform: Hirono, lying through her teeth, sees immediate benefits for seniors

Midweek’s Bob Jones appoints himself arbiter of truth

Reforms Could Mean Fewer Earmarks For Hawaii

Obama’s Double-whammy for homeowners: Borrowers who ask for help see their credit scores dive

SB: Rules needed for passengers in truck beds

More mayoral power not in the public’s interest

Stripping anonymity from the 'Net

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Sunday, March 21, 2010
March 21, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 905 Views :: Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics

Bought and paid for, will Hirono cast the deciding vote for Obamacare?

GOP’s Ramsay Wharton to challenge Hirono for Outer Islands Congressional Seat

As Congress votes, Honolulu Advertiser floods zone with Obamacare propaganda

Obamacare payoff to Hirono: Health offices to receive $3.4M grant

Tax revenue for rail falling short this year: Financing not meeting even lowered forecast

SB: Gubernatorial candidates must speak up on budget cuts

Broadcaster Robertson speaks highly of Aiona on '700 Club'

Video: Lt. Gov. Duke Aiona talks about bid for governor

Abercrombie pretends fixing schools would be priority as governor

Developer Grove Farm cashes in on family connections: ‘Smart growth community’ to offer sustainable living

Home fix-ups may earn tax credit: Legislators consider lame 4% incentive while ignoring Hotel tax credit

HPD disciplined 26 officers in '09: 'Malicious' force, falsifying of records among violations

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Saturday, March 20, 2010
March 20, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 870 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Honolulu officials knew year ago that rail route too close to airport

Tavares positions political allies for election race (Sovereignty thug, sex harassment, eco-scammers)

Hawaii Gov. Lingle says 'it's possible' she will run for elected office in future

Lingle slams bill restricting governor's powers

Medicaid benefits are unsustainable and could “explode” under national health care plan

Governor, top budget aide defend Hawaii investments following audit

Fitch downgrades CPB rating:  FDIC could seize bank March 31

Honolulu real estate market 14% overvalued, study says

Big Isle may set school fees: Creating 'impact district' would formalize builders' funding of new facilities

Next Year’s DoE Calendar continues Furlough Fridays

Star-Bulletin staff gets layoff notices: Sale of paper or merger with The Advertiser set for May 19, letter says

Honolulu loses 7,900 private-sector jobs

Proposal promotes safe areas in state parks for the homeless

Engineers: Shoddy Construction at UH Manoa began 89 years ago

Hawaii Residents: Taxed to Death and After

Proposed $5/barrel 'Oil Tax' Hike Bill

General Excise Tax Increase Will Stall Any Hope of Economic Recovery

Council hearing may be packed: Deep cuts likely to draw angry crowd

Ohana will get us through the coming 'year of sacrifice,' mayor tells Kauai

Enviros attack Kauai Shrimp Farm

Instant Results: Judge Ezra rules 'disparity' in Baldwin school's athletic fields violates law

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Friday, March 19, 2010
March 19, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 661 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Cook Political Report: Hawaii Congressional Race changed from “lean Dem” to “toss up”

Cadillac Tax is back: Obamacare to tax union workers’ health plans, gut $350M from Hawaii State budget

Overtaxed Hawaii: Protest against GE Tax hike March 23

ADV: Governor's proposal for 5.5% pay cuts draws fire from senator and union

Hawaii auditor says budget aides may have violated law with investment

Laupahoehoe Charter school block could trip Race to the Top

Louisiana Medicaid fix may also help Hawaii (not quite…)

ADV: Homeless: New laws fine but more pressure needed

3 show interest in Star-Bulletin, so far: Publisher surprised by response, says he doesn't know investors' identities

Gene Ward: Massachusetts was a straw in the wind (Hawaii tax hikes could produce Djou victory)

Earthjustice: Solar Energy Foes Try to 'Block' Sun

Crash sparks calls to ban truck-bed riders

Businesses Hit Hard by Costly Jones Act Regulations

The Senate's proud porkers

New details emerge in firing of former commander of Pearl Harbor-based sub

St. Damien Film to Screen at Honolulu Film Festival in April

Hawaii wants Obama presidential library

Budgetary impasse: Hawaii Co. Council committee finds no way to slice budget

Maui County and DOE sued over ballfields

Former MPD officer arrested on theft and drug charges

Prospective buyers tour county's Hamakua land

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Thursday, March 18, 2010
March 18, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 754 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

CBN News: Lt. Gov. Duke Aiona's Bold Faith for Hawaii (Video)

Maui TEA Party protest against Obamacare Thursday

VIDEO: Obama says “Louisiana Purchase” will help with “Earthquake in Hawaii”

Hawaii DoE: Cost of waste, fraud, and corruption between $191M and $431M per year

Birtherism: Hawaii Legislature set to "fuel the fire"

SB: Don't raise the GET

Proposed Barrel Tax Increase Will Hike Hawaii Gas Prices and Electricity Rates

Call to serve the public (HGEA cuts blamed for plague of frogs)

DHS chief blasts legislative budget cuts: Director says state could lose federal money if services are reduced ($73M wasted to save a few HGEA jobs) 

Obamacare: Hawaii Tribune-Herald scammed by “Cancer-stricken” Obamabot

Isles warned over medical marijuana (former cocaine dealer calls warning “repugnant”)

Honolulu councilman Rod Tam votes to censure himself

Honolulu will ban tents, carts in parks

ADV: A leaner bank is better than no bank

Sen. Inouye's earmarks have helped Hawaii

Hawaii revving up to era of electric cars: But hurdles remain in goal to put thousands of plug-ins on Isle roads

DNCC: Despite His Claims in TV Ad, Charles Djou’s Been Serving Corporate Special Interests – Not Honolulu Families

Smoking bill moves ahead (Another day, another ban)

State House moves bill to analyze light rail for Maui

The Biggest Dump in the World: Enviros launching their latest scam—war on plastic

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Wednesday, March 17, 2010
March 17, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 778 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics

VIDEO: Djou files for election, releases first commercial

Senate Committees vote to hike GE Tax 22% to 25%

Military voting law could affect Hawaii primary date

Taxed Enough Already: No new taxes rally in Kona April 15

VIDEO: Hawaii Senate Committee considering retroactive 55% Death Tax

WSJ: Tide Turns for GOP Candidate in Hawaii--Bickering Between Democrats in a Special Congressional Race Might Give First Republican in Decades a Chance at Victory

ADV Polls GE Tax Hike

The So-called "Oil Tax" Bill is up for a Vote in Hawaii Legislature

ADV: Saving jobs but not making them

Matson Campaigns for Hanabusa

Neil’s First TV Ad is an Ode to the “Old Boy Network””

Albatross: Hanabusa wins HSTA endorsement

Democrat Borreca pretends to argue State school system ripe for major change

Honolulu rail route too close to runways, may have to shift: City, state, federal officials will discuss options today

SB: Ban tobacco from the mail (But but but the Akaka Tribe might want to sell it)

Sac Bee: Hawaiians, mountain in 'Avatar'-like struggle  (Na’vi are now scamming $50M/year for OHA?)

State hearing to consider Maui wind power plant

Will legislature allow “Brewpubs” more than 10,000 Barrels of Production a Year?

Musicians union slams the symphony's 'brass'

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Tuesday, March 16, 2010
March 16, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 734 Views :: Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Thielen: Reelection campaign to focus on clean energy, education, and taxes

Taxed Enough Already: No new taxes rally in Kona April 15

VIDEO: Hawaii Senate Committee considering retroactive 55% Death Tax

Congress candidates spar over economic stimulus: Case, Djou, Hanabusa offer differing opinions on stimulus, health care

Democrats assign attack dog to tail Djou

95.5 The Fish - The Fishing Poll: If You Had To Pick Now, Who Would You Pick For Governor

Honolulu councilman Tam kept spending amid probe: Councilman faces censure vote at meeting tomorrow

Only one company bid to manage Hawaii rail project

State pursues taxes on Net tobacco sales  (While marijuana is being legalized, tobacco can now be a felony)

Rainy Day Fund should be used for its original purposes (non-profits push back against HSTA)

For Sale: One slightly used newspaper, location Honolulu

Maui Mayor proposes fee increases

Honolulu third on ‘green city’ index

Hawaii moves to beef up restaurant inspections: 82% of Isle eateries inspected last year had major violations  (latest excuse for tax increases)

Proposed bottom fish rules released: Fisherman says effort will hurt him, pose issues with enforcement

Kauai: Unemployment numbers rising

Quality Journalism Demands Tough Questions - Even at Our Local University

What's in a name? Guam considers a return to its indigenous identity

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Monday, March 15, 2010
March 15, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 808 Views :: Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics

Vermont Schools to Celebrate Islamic Feast Sept 10

Debate on tap for Congress hopefuls (Tonight—tickets available)

Djou hits Tam plan to cancel allowance: The City Council will hear a resolution this week to censure Tam

Mufi inflates rail employment numbers—project will peak at 2,000 temporary jobs

Hawaii to help fund new workers' health care: State will cover half of new employees' medical premiums

At UH, the message may not be sinking in

Plan advocating sterilization continues to spark criticism, debate, support

Children born of addiction: A program for addicted women could soon lose funding to feed the HGEA

SB: Inouye should heed wind shift on earmarks

Union retirees support raising excise tax

ADV: HPD made right decision on DUI site

Woman alleges sexual extortion, theft in suit against Maui PD, 2 ex-officers

New climate report details extreme risk to Isle birds (yep, some people still believe in global warming)

 

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Sunday, March 14, 2010
March 14, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 780 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Lingle: Legislature has done “marijuana stores, gambling, and foie gras” -- needs to focus on jobs

SB: Housing project on River Street worth pursuing (Homelessness Industry again takes aim at Chinatown)

Aiona sees ‘need’ to run for governor

ADV: What if all of those visitors don't show?  (Hawaii’s future= Detroit)

Despite progress on repairs, DoE projects still await funding

Bulletin puts itself up for sale: Ads will begin running tomorrow and potential buyers will be notified

Challenges for venture capital: Isle summit focuses on attracting investors (for first time ever)

Asking investors to leave, please

Fighting Hawaii condo boards is costly, risky: Harassment of Lanikai resident got nasty and very expensive

Land fund moves closer to ballot: At least 1% of real property taxes would buy land for access and preservation

Dazzling display of deferral: State House OKs local control of fireworks

Get to know KIUC board candidates

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Saturday, March 13, 2010
March 13, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1001 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics

Am Spectator: Djou Hopes for Hawaiian Surprise

Obamacare vote count: 189 of 216 needed for House passage

Ed Case in Congress: Influence less than zero

Native Hawaiian government Akaka Tribe may become reality by August

Furlough Deal tied to abolition of BoE?

Lingle blasts Legislature for 'shibai' budget tactics

UPW membership OKs new contract

Hawaii tax revenues fall 3.5%

Obama chooses 1st young Gramscian appeals court nominee

Honolulu City Council may balk at mayor's property tax plan (You may THINK you are an owner-occupant, but . . . .)

Council considers censure for Tam

Kaua‘i school funds to be used for O‘ahu special election (thanks, Neil)

Audit: HSTA Member benefits Corp “grossly mismanaged”

Hannemann support upsets Yoshito Takamine, ex-ILWU chief  (elder Takamine goes against Inouye, backs Abercrombie)

Maui Pine inventory auction March 23 (thanks, OHA)

Home plan finally OK'd on 16th try

Public campaign financing has few takers

BusinessWeek Ranks UH Manoa Shidler College of Business Among the Nation’s Top Undergraduate Business Programs

LG candidate touts plans for state

Feds raided homes as well as THC Ministry

Judge rules no probable cause in drug arrest, case to be dismissed

Oahu electric bills go up about $8.34

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Friday, March 12, 2010
March 12, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 732 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics

Hawaii congressional candidate Djou warns against ‘the nutcase in Pyongyang’

Council on Revenues’ projection: Legislature needs to come up with another $50M

Hawaii car dealer McKenna interested in buying Star-Bulletin

ADV: School budget gap forces a reality check

DoE: “Who’s in charge here?”

Senate: Inouye fights for the for-profit Earmark

UH no longer at risk of losing accreditation

Tesoro may halt refining in Isles

Pot advocate's home, ministry office raided

First phase of affordable rental project dedicated: Wai'anae building cited as model of how to solve state's homeless crisis

Churches urge Hannemann to revive homeless project  (Tam bust gives 2nd chance to project)

Tam to repay $13,700 in meal expenses at just $380 per month and without any interest

SB: Police should explain why 'drunk drivers' site removed

Former American Samoa group official pleads guilty to theft of grant funds

Feds cite Guam company over working conditions

Hawaiian Utility Fights Solar Industry Over Private Installations

Honolulu Advertiser employees get formal notice of upcoming termination and rehiring

Sunshine law: Progressives call for all Legislative votes to be recorded (still pushing for HB444)

Majority of State Senators Send Pro-Rail Letter to Gov. Lingle

Uncertainty at Kuilima Over Turtle Bay's Future

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Thursday, March 11, 2010
March 11, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 547 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Lingle: Rail survey by vested interests “misleading”

Lingle seeks jobless relief: The governor calls for legislative action after the unemployment rate increases to 6.9 percent

Attention Legislature: Feds raid Hilo cannabis ministry

Obamacare preview: Low reimbursements force Alii Health Center cuts

Shapiro: Attacking unions a risky play for GOP

ADV: Council censure needed in Tam theft case

Hawaii Resident Makes Forbes Richest List

Saving a child via drug court is worth the cost

More Hawaii speeding cases likely to be thrown out on appeal: State Supreme Court's ruling likely to reverse as many as 15 cases

Big Isle adult video store to remain open until trial

Blenders refute coffee study: Opponents say changing labeling rules would harm business

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Wednesday, March 10, 2010
March 10, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 719 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Overtaxed Hawaii? Rally at Capitol April 15

"We don't allow dogs to breed" Eugenics Sterilization Squad arrives in Hawaii: Star-Bulletin says “not racist” 

ADV: Marijuana shops? Wowie, what a bad idea

$70M budget cuts: Class size may go up while bus service may be reduced

Bad economy reduces isle union membership

How to slant poll results: 67% back results of Isle rail study

Borreca: Mayor's 'I demur' dance holds options

Burris: Campaigns will always rely on big spenders

Hawaii Lawmakers Propose Banning Everything from Leafblowers, Car Alarms, Loud Motorcycles, Pocket Knives and Plastic Bags to Eating, Drinking and Listening to Music in the Car While Driving

Web page of DUI suspects halted: HPD cuts short a six-month pilot, saying it must be reviewed

Lingle picks acting director of DCCA

Allegiant buys six 757 jets, announces plans to enter Hawaii market

Council member corrects property tax record: Baisa won't owe taxes on Makawao property -- finance officials

Maui Land & Pineapple reports $123.3 million loss

Life and times of Hilo's landfill

SNEAKY SNOBS: Hawaii fireworks bill would give counties option to impose ban--Home-rule option inserted in bill creating task force

Hawaii County: Another tobacco ban

Actress Jean Smart To Play Hawaii Governor in Hawaii 5-0 revival

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Tuesday, March 09, 2010
March 9, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 614 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Sessions: Obama 9th Circuit Nominee “believes the Constitution is something judges can manipulate”

House OKs $10 billion budget: Plan makes cuts to public education, despite $50M for teacher furloughs  (Tax hikes Feed HGEA, UPW, HSTA)

SB: Bills would cut $112M in tax breaks  (tax your health insurance to feed the HGEA)

ADV prints HGEA Propaganda: Save money by spending more on us

SB: Tam's behavior merits a look (AG should investigate)

Shapiro: Our elections need a makeover

Abercrombie wins endorsement of Hawaii electrical workers

SB: Bag the idea of a ban or nickel fee

Shapiro: UH takes budget hit

Kuhio Park Terrace: A slum whose better days may lie ahead

A parent's worst nightmare: Big Island teen runaway falls into drug scene, becomes victim of alleged violence

Anti-American-War Protesters denied access to meeting protest outside PTA

Mufi’s mysterious Manoa sign vanishes (City funded campaigning)

Hate crime possible in $8.5M house fire

Fish Mysteriously Appear In Capitol Ponds 

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Monday, March 08, 2010
March 8, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 882 Views :: Big Island News, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics

Answer to bag bans, tax hikes: Big Island group launches Charter amendment petition

“Poi Pounder” smashes competition: Waialua HS wins big in San Diego Robotics meet

House hopefuls to debate issues

SB: Hawaii's failure in 'Race to Top' self-inflicted

DoE Propaganda--Hawaii officials tout online school testing: Quicker feedback allows teachers to adjust lessons; new version also cheaper

Unions rally employees: Six labor groups want deal in place before sale of Advertiser happens

Take back Honolulu: City must reclaim its parks, public spaces from the homeless

Hawaii Unemployment Insurance Tax Relief Bill Proposed by Legislature Falls Short of What Businesses Need

$16.2M in Hawaii film, TV tax credits created 4,000-plus jobs (we only know because of FOIA)

Ribbons outline ahupua'a boundaries

Amount of Pacific debris understated, study finds

Environmental groups threaten legal action against St. Regis

Small biofuel farm bears fruit

Supreme Court will hear case about vaccine side effects

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Sunday, March 07, 2010
March 7, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 978 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

In Congress, Hawaii now represented by Lorraine C. Miller

Contractor-linked donations soar in Hawaii gubernatorial campaign: Watchdog groups say loopholes in pay-to-play law exploited

Past violators of Isle campaign spending laws continue giving

Kalapa: Again, let's repeat it, there is no money

ADV: Rod Tam should be prosecuted for theft

Hawaii may depend on bonds to help finance home solar systems

Old OR&L route defended for rail transit

Kula Hospital beds will free MMMC space (until it fills up again)

Maui Co: After 9 years, only two Molokai TVRs are legal

Bill to ease access to marijuana for registered “patients” advances

SB: Focus on state budget—but first legalize our dope

Kauai: Prescription drug use an ‘epidemic’, ice in ecstasy pills, legal K2 ‘fake weed’ arrives via organic, holistic, new age vendors

Kauai CRC examines contracts: Amendment would loosen ethics code

On-demand cars a ‘green alternative’ for visitors

Kona anti-development attitudes shift

Fluoride sensitivity is prevalent in several plant species

Coquis mutate: Size of tennis balls?  Volkswagens?

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Saturday, March 06, 2010
March 6, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 662 Views :: Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Ousted Zoning Chair Rod Tam is secret partner in $1 Billion North Shore development hui

Lawmakers want to delay vote to replace Abercrombie (Fund unions before democracy)

GOP Chairman Ka'auwai Responds to Legislative Hearing on Special Election for CD-1

New newspaper to be called Honolulu Star-Advertiser

ADV Excuses: Honolulu councilman Tam denies faking meal expense claims

SB with More Excuses: Tam denies misuse of city funds

PBN: Make Hawai`i government efficient, don't raise taxes

SB: City budget is frugal, but tax hike may hit renters

Convicted: Karen Ertell's Murderer Faces Life In Prison Without Parole

ADV: A new form of reefer madness?

2 State Procurement Web sites hacked

Carlsmith Ball sued $25M for conflict of interest

Maui County to enter settlement talks with Molokai Ranch

Maui Lani developer wins costs tied to trial

Officials discuss bag ban slated in January: Maui County businesses remain wary of costs

Wind farm developer gets loan guarantee

Rep. Massa's Early Exit From House May Ease Passage of Health Care Bill  (NY Democrat Rep. sacrificed because of Abercrombie?)

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Friday, March 05, 2010
March 5, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 789 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Djou: Tam should resign and be prosecuted

Mess Cleaned Up: After 10 years Hawaii public housing passes HUD inspection

HSTA WINS ROUND ONE! Hawaii denied “Race to the Top” funds, reform, accountability blocked

Will Hawaii take TWO House votes away from Senate Obamacare?

Rep Gene Ward: 15 job killers advancing in House

Panel cuts gov's budget by $41M: “We’re half a billion short”

ADV: The cure may be worse than disease (Hawaii Environmental law revisions)

Residents appeal Lepeuli fence approval

SB: HMSA, Kaiser woes reinforce case for PAWLENTY’S health care reform (Not Obama’s)

Lingle aide, BOE chair meet, share data

Ending education furloughs prioritized

Joan Husted: Former HSTA boss backs Charter schools, calls for education czar

UH works to assure more students graduate

Global Cooling: Parts Of State Drop To Worst Drought Classification

Snobs on Hawaii County Council seeking fireworks veto

 

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Thursday, March 04, 2010
March 4, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1255 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics, World News, World Politics

Obama voters a no-show at Hawaii Democratic caucuses

Candidates weigh in on health care plan (Djou against Obamacare, others favor ramming it thru Senate)

Shapiro: Auditor Higa “knows where her bread is buttered”

Shapiro: The plain truth on the schools

Impact of hurricane relief fund raid questioned

Internet sales tax pushed for Hawaii

16 Tax Hikes and Special Fund Raids on the Move at the Hawaii State Capitol

Hawaii lawmakers OK jobless tax break

SB: Core issue remains in complaints against Kamehameha Schools

UH-Manoa scores low in survey of students

Broadband 100X faster: HAWAII NEEDS TO MEET THE GOOGLE CHALLENGE

Green pushing tougher drunken driving laws: Senator calls for forfeiture of cars used in DUIs

Kalaupapa resident facing meth charges: Patient allegedly shipped drug using state vehicles, workers

Financial adviser to pay $780K to SEC: Teruya, Senior Resources accused of defrauding Hawaii senior citizens

Jet tax fails to take flight

Pearl Harbor Shipyard Hiring 175: Shipyard To Hold Apprentice Job Fair

Senate passes bill to protect endangered species: Killing seals could become felony

NYT Desperation: Global warming cultists now claim opponents are Creationists

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Wednesday, March 03, 2010
March 3, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1191 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics, World News, World Politics

Hawaii's all-mail congressional election set for May 22

Honolulu Hale: The only industry that keeps on growing (36% since 2005)

SB: Tax breaks review could be revealing (tax charities to feed HGEA)

Pot tax and furlough ax survive, cross over from Senate to House: More than a dozen fee hikes pass, but bills to raise the general excise tax fail to advance

School Furlough bills move forward

Gov blasts audit as 'defamatory'

On May 22 Charles Djou Could Take Hawaii For Republicans!

Kalaupapa's no refuge from scourge of meth, police say: Hansen's disease patient's arrest 'really not shocking'  (State Health Dept employees deal meth to topside Molokai)

MSNBC: Former Big Island Teacher In Prison For Meth Distribution

Privacy in Kamehameha suit denied

Students rebel over uniform proposal

Global warming fraudsters’ goal: $7/gallon gasoline

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Tuesday, March 02, 2010
March 2, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1128 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Ed Case in Congress voted 72 times for higher taxes, fees

Abercrombie farewell gift: “redistribute an entire state's wealth” --WSJ

Court Upholds Ruling In Lawsuit Challenging Kamehameha Admission Policy -- Ruling Means The Students Cannot Remain Anonymous

Abercrombie files papers, pretends to call for furlough action 

ADV: Should quitting be an issue?  (Abercrombie is arrogant, but you shouldn’t talk abut it)

SB: Mail-in vote could boost turnout

ADV: Crucial fix is only days away

HMSA seeks 7.8% hike in small-business rate

Isle bankruptcies surged 29% in Feb: More filers are homeowners whose equity has plunged

Labor Department says 1,600 in Hawaii in danger of losing jobless benefits

State gets $125.7M of $26.6B allotted for roads

Congress Tries to Break Hawaii in Two

Kapiolani Park closure hours extended

Zoo Atmosphere Pervades Legislature

Snobs keep six fireworks ban bills alive in legislature

Open Carry Legislation gets no hearing in Leg

UH Federalist Society: National Security under the Obama Administration

Hawaii air tour companies estimate losses at $200,000 from Obama visit

Framing up, one month remains for Developer to finish affordable units

Cliftos Ooma land use case to be heard Wednesday

Shiira gets probation for crime that may soon become felony

Legislature passes first bill—to cover its own expenses, natch!

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Monday, March 01, 2010
March 1, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 772 Views :: Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, World News

Pohakuloa: Double defeat for anti-DU scammers 

Long nightmare ends as Abercrombie resigns post: Tsunami wipes out grand opening of campaign HQ

Maui News Polls Akaka Bill 

Hemmings: Undersea cable a multibillion boondoggle

Wind turbine at Punchbowl: Checking Hawaii's stimulus deals

Plan to move up kindergarten eligibility date would leave many kids waiting a year to start school

AMA study of 42 states, D.C., finds HMSA, Kaiser handle 98% of Isle coverage

Inmate, parolee tracker useful to victims

Chile quake death toll hits 708 as rescue ramps up

VIDEO: Tsunami beaches boats in Calif.

Coming next: Hawaii tsunami tourism (HuffPo snob takes swipe at emergency preparedness)

Kapolei: City to swap land and money for power

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Sunday, February 28, 2010
February 28, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1033 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics

Photos: Tsunami surge in Hilo, Kahului

Koller: State’s “horse-and-buggy” system is labor-intensive, costly and slow

Star-Bulletin to close if no buyer found

Former cocaine dealer J Kalani English: Bought and paid for by Hawaii Air Ambulance 

2 bills on school time still alive

Hawaii agency agrees to $316M deal to renovate public housing

Oahu's 'wild west' garbage piles gone

Hawaii's rural development fight rekindled in valley on Oahu

ADV: Hopeful but elusive signs of recovery

Tsunami Warning center learns from miscalculation

Waves couldn't catch rhythm of the Slinky

UH regent hopefuls named

Aiea firm to build $200M biorefinery

Timeshares Imploding

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Saturday, February 27, 2010
February 27, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 760 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics

Chile Earthquake: Tsunami estimated arrival in Hawaii 11AM NOAA warning “High Severity”

Djou, Aiona, Lingle joined by Karl Rove to rally 1000 at Hawaii Lincoln Day dinner

Printing plant key to Advertiser purchase

Senate Cttes agree to cuts in business tax increase

SB: Don't divert tobacco fund

UPW, Isles close to terms

Aid to Hawaii high-risk children faces cuts

State projects give contractors hope

Choke: HECO vows to address ‘green’ energy issues

Snobs demand property forfeiture for illegal fireworks: House Judiciary Passes Out Illegal Fireworks Bill

Activists denied role in Army process: Depleted uranium handling license sought

RCP: The Return of ObamaCare--The Political Context (Abercrombie)

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Friday, February 26, 2010
February 26, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 694 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

ADV: Star- Bulletin owner to buy Honolulu Advertiser

Peer News: Omidyar launches propaganda organ 

Legislature considering storefront marijuana dispensaries

Anne Keala Kelly:The Hawaiian nationalist and filmmaker says the Akaka Bill should be rejected

ETHICS: The bills your legislator probably hates

Hawaii flights (projected) to grow by 6% more seats

Oahu home prices may be stabilizing, with decline slowing  as a State, Hawaii #2 in home price declines

Judge to decide remedy for HMC's unauthorized use of St. Francis funds

Cling: Depledge continues trying to figure out how to get Gay marriage enacted

More propaganda: Civil unions support has basis in Gospels

Burris: Lessons in how to lead a community

More biofuels could get tax breaks

State to close 31 welfare-assistance offices

GTMO Greenwell wants private jet owners to pay $2,500 a day to park at airport

KIUC hopefuls focus on rates, renewables

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Friday, February 26, 2010
February, 2010 Letters to the Editor
By Letters to the Editor :: 1101 Views :: Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

 

One Penny:  Medicaid payout to Hilo Doctor

Support Akaka bill because of "long racial history in the South"?

The Perfect and Deadly Progressive Storm

DoE students placed in wrong grade level for their age

Mauna Kea Moon Rover test: A Mahalo from Outer Space Team 

Obama’s medical corpse

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Thursday, February 25, 2010
February 25, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 555 Views :: Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics

Hawaii Congressional special election “expected” for Saturday, May 22

Abercrombie: Mufi personally threatening my donors (VIDEO)

ADV: Put Akaka bill back on track, or it will die

SB: “Current bill dies in Senate”

Lingle, Bennett objections stand: Exemption from state police-power regulation is unacceptable, they say

TAX HIKES: Prescription drugs, airline & ship maintenance, affordable housing -- to feed HGEA

Mayors praise decision on hotel tax

Hawaii committee votes down legal gambling, likely killing it for this session

House revives flag-flying bill

ADV: Let's get real about saving next year

BoE walks into “trap” identifies $37.7M in new cuts

Council approves $8,000 for Washington rail trip

Yoshioka: Using old OR&L path for rail not practical

Obama nominates Gramscian law professor for Ninth Circuit

New Turtle Bay hui pledges park, housing

State's child dental care faulted

Frum Forum: Hawaii’s GOP Resurgence

Frum Forum: Is Hawaii Home to the Next Scott Brown?

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Wednesday, February 24, 2010
February 24, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1029 Views :: Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics, World News, World Politics

Akaka Bill passes House 245-164

Finance committee tries to find alternatives  (GET hike deferred …for now)

2010 election shaping up to be bad for incumbents

SB: Hannemann's glass half full (setup for a fall)

UPW Unit 1 to get furloughs: No other wage reduction expected; governor has indicated she will sign

Jeremy Harris’ 'Mystery Woman' Acquitted In Criminal Case

Report Ranks Honolulu No. 2 In Traffic Congestion  (2 weeks of work every year)

PROTESTERS: TAT TAKEOVER TABOO

Koke‘e lovers want park revenue to stay on Kaua‘i

Groups holding Haiti relief fundraiser Saturday in Mililani

Group of lenders take ownership of Turtle Bay Resort from Oaktree Capital

Hamamoto welcomed to Saint Louis

Sabeel: obviously preparing to launch Israel Boycott in Hawaii

Casket of Ewa Beach soldier killed in Afghanistan arrives in U.S.

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Tuesday, February 23, 2010
February 23, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 745 Views :: Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics

Lingle: “Current draft of Akaka Bill is not one I can support”

Rules Committee: Abercrombie’s latest version of Akaka Bill to face full House vote

Finance Committee to hear Gambling Bill Wednesday

Flag Pole bill hearing Wednesday 9:10AM

Lingle balks at rewrite of Akaka Bill (Dems set to blame Lingle for Bill’s failure in Senate)

Hannemann talks up rail and jobs but says city workers face furloughs

UPW reaches pact with county mayors

ADV: HSTA lodges complaint against Lingle

Hawaiian Electric gets OK to boost rates (to pay for biodiesel scam)

Three Honolulu police officers sue, alleging racial bias

Sports commission sacked despite big support

ADV: HTA moves for more secrecy (Shhh Don’t tell the Mexicans)

LA Times/AP: Hawaii may place bet on gambling to save its troubled tourist-driven economy

SB Commentary: Choose democracy over dollars

New Climate Agency Head Tried to Suppress Data, Critics Charge

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Monday, February 22, 2010
February 22, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 883 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, World News, World Politics

Akaka Bill: More than 73% of Hawaiians not "Qualified" for membership in Akaka Tribe

Akaka Preparing New Senate Bill: House Rules Committee to consider Akaka Bill Monday 

Lingle tells feds her administration will do separate rail analysis

Retaliation: Anti-Rail Neighborhood board member may face expulsion

Expect upbeat speech by mayor (Campaign speech)

Lawmakers split on GET Hike

Moratorium sought on solar installation

Hawaii In the Money—but Alaska shows the future

Joining Pac-10 an ambitious, costly goal

Bill would create surfing reserves

Fridge rebate deal worth $250

Funds for welfare jobs mostly untapped

Gifts of Aloha: Packages to Middle East seek to lift troops' spirits

Ooops: Climate scientists withdraw journal claims of rising sea levels

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Sunday, February 21, 2010
February 21, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 779 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Akaka Preparing New Senate Bill: House Rules Committee to consider Akaka Bill Monday

ADV: Too soon to give up on cutting costs

Honolulu rail-transit schedule slips again: City doesn't expect groundbreaking until late this year

Vote miscount keeps flags flying (Hearing 9AM Wednesday)

Kalapa: Zenith of ignorance reached in state's legislative arena  (Finally!)

Shapiro: A taxing dilemma

Hawaii's special treatment courts threatened by fiscal crisis

Hawaii Bill Would Limit Business Campaign Money

Occupancy slide drives hotels to foreclosure

University center faces little opposition

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Saturday, February 20, 2010
February 20, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 969 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics

GOP Objects To Pushing Native Hawaii Bill (House Rules Ctte will meet on Akaka Bill Monday)

Akaka Bill Transforms Native Hawaiians Into Indian Tribe Without Their Input

Lingle to discuss rail with Obama's transportation secretary

SB on Dope:  Proven medical remedy must be more accessible

Cabanilla, Oshiro Choke: Flagpole bill will likely be heard after supporters show in force (Oshiro faked the vote count?)

Isles lag in loan crisis: A declining trend in mainland foreclosures is not expected to extend locally

Homelessness: Wall of trash pulled from Kea'au bushes

Hawaii County bag ban discarded

Kenoi expenses: Mayor spends more than one quarter of first year off-island

Saddle Road's last leg to cost $75 million

Hauula Community Deserves a Public Hearing Before Any Government Property Condemnations in the Area

Tajiri quits post as regent for UH

Law lets loaded guns into parks

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Friday, February 19, 2010
February 19, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1209 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Native Hawaiian self-government bill could go to vote next week

Abercrombie on Rail: “We may have to come up with alternative”

HB2450: Conservation land to be bulldozed by “renewable” energy scammers

Bill to set buffer around wind turbines advances

Jeremy Harris Flashback: Bev Harbin Says Lisa-Katharine Otsuka Stole From Her Auto Shop

ADV: After 17 years, $100 fee could use a nudge

Bill eases rate jump for jobless insurance

SB: State pension needs fix

Delusional Abercrombie still sure Obamacare is going to pass

Big Isle charter school not done deal

Hawaii to change 4,000 with mental illnesses to services from insurers

Kauai County credit rating gets bump: $120M bond float gains approval

Maui Co budget shortfall boosted from $4M to $72M

Pay raises frozen for Big Isle council

Hawaii gets persistent requests for Obama birth certificate:State DOH still gets up to 50 requests a month for certificate

4 men, woman charged in online sex trafficking of minor

Soft on Crime: Man gets 30 days in marijuana case (7.6 lbs)

After voting for Stimulus, Abercrombie admits false claims “make people sick of politicians”

Unemployment tax relief passes House

Flag-flying bill fails to gain support for revival: Democrats promise to consider task force on residential rules

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Thursday, February 18, 2010
February 18, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 603 Views :: Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Tax Increase #1: Hawaii legislators consider hike in income tax, cut in tax breaks

Tax Increase #2: Hawaii excise tax would go up under bill advancing in House

Tax Increase #3: Real property taxes may rise--Counties say House bill suspending TAT funds would lead to increase

Alternative to tax increases: Selling state land a sensible idea to raise cash (Calvin Say vs OHA)

PEW: Hawaii “has failed to sock away any assets” to cover pension liabilities

House Expected to Vote Next Week on ANOTHER secret version of Akaka Bill

House Democrats Plan to Push Akaka Bill to vote Before Feb 28 – Bill’s Final Draft Secret

Special election may be delayed; commission chooses Nago

SB:  Helping homeless needs coordination

Mental health services reined in

University of Hawaii athletics deficit may hit $10.1 million

ADV: Civil service gets in way of liquor panel

ADV joins ‘peak oil’ cult: Future shock: Oil won't stay this cheap

Maui County suing Merrill Lynch: Lawsuit says firm knew of security market collapse, didn’t disclose it

Maui: OHA, anti-Superferry protesters continue assault on agriculture

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Wednesday, February 17, 2010
February 17, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1298 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics, World News, World Politics

Blocked by Cabanilla: Flagpole Bill to be Called to House Floor Thursday

ADV: Selling state land a sensible idea to raise cash (Calvin Say vs OHA)

State to delay paying for health coverage  (Socialist health care imploding)

Oahu the healthiest island, study says

Hawaii teacher furloughs remain as school year starts running out

Inouye compared to King, God

POLITICO: Inouye rakes in $10,000s from Lockheed Martin

Honolulu council may tax nonprofits to feed HGEA

Nago chosen as permanent state elections chief

Dysfunctional Government Is Self-Perpetuating

Maui races for council seats are heating up early

Council members to mull Higa lawsuit

100% frustration: Study says current labeling laws cost Kona coffee farmers $14.4M a year

Hawaii troops risk lives as U.S. makes progress (SB blames Bush)

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Tuesday, February 16, 2010
February 16, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 905 Views :: Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics, World News, World Politics

HB2241/SB2303: Bills would seize Ceded Lands from Hawaiians 

Kalapa: Lawmakers on a zigzag course for tax legislation

Audit: Waihee’s RightStar short $22.6M  (Graverobbers now targeted for collection)

New campus needed (OHA blocks UHWO)

Hit on Gov hurts rail, Abercrombie says (Abercrombie preparing to blame Mufi for failure of rail)

Contractors’ Assn: Jobs created by rail project would help whole state

Hotel revenues fell a lot in 2009 - but not at year's end

SB: Hawaii's Homeless: Visitors' growing unease has industry leaders worried

ADV: Dancing around the H-word

Hoku Scientific CEO to step down: Shindo will remain with struggling Isle high-tech company as senior adviser

Flag Waving Restrictions Outrage Ewa Residents

State launching site for camping reservations, park lodging

Tongans in Hawaii planning relief efforts in wake of tropical cyclone

Pirate who boarded Japanese ship, demanded ransom, to face trial in Japan

Marines say Taliban resistance more disorganized

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Monday, February 15, 2010
February 15, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 834 Views :: Kauai News, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Wind Energy's Ghosts

Global Cooling drives homeless to Hawaii

Shapiro: Gambling on suspicion (The fix is in?)

Rail route, agenda scrutinized (Use OR&L route)

Union seeks details of DHS overhaul: HGEA officials say plans could result in hundreds of layoffs

Homicide sentencing delayed 1 week due to furloughs, staff shortages (budget cuts blamed for murderers on loose)

Safety issue raised at Hawaii State Hospital (budget cuts blamed for lunatics on rampage)

Burris: Political signage will likely trump aesthetics

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Sunday, February 14, 2010
February 14, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 644 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

SB: Mandate school days

Hawaii lawmakers again debating legal gambling

ADV: A desperate, losing wager for Hawaii

Musibigate: HRPT rent law may be extended

Isles on way to becoming model for green energy: Isolation, lack of crude production combination of high taxes and tax credits force state to embrace ambitious goals

Target Lanai: OHA prepares to shakedown wind farm

Gabbard gains 3-year TRO against gay activist after assault 

Parents push for rural Maui charter school

Funding snags risk UH-West Oahu: Construction must start next year or ownership of the land will revert

More Hawaii seniors financially exploited: Lawmakers considering ways to guard against exploitation

Coqui: 'Second invasion' threatens nurseries (latest scam to restore ag inspectors)

Kenoi's proposals panned by Ethics Board: Administration to pursue tougher rules before council

Commission calls for 1% land fund: Compromise could become part of county charter

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Saturday, February 13, 2010
February 13, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1065 Views :: Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics

Sakamoto: Tax soldiers to feed HSTA, HGEA, UPW

3 measures would return workers' health costs to state: $26M/year for unions

Survey: Native Hawaiians Discontented With Tourism

Poll finds Hawaii no longer happiest

State's bonds sale exceeds expectations by $188 million

SB: Pressure on Gov. Lingle to OK rail is premature

Lingle: Focus on the quality of education

HECO commits to buying clean energy

Hawaii State Auditor: Director of the Department of Business and Economic Development Director Should Be Fired

Dead Ducks: Animal-protection bills draw support

Protesters rally for ‘strongest prosecutor’: Reason for termination hasn’t been provided

Kauai: Burial plan No. 16 rejected

Global Cooling: There's snow in every state except Hawaii

Slain baby's mom pleads not guilty in robbery

1MW Ray gun blows missile out of sky

Cyclone slams American Samoa with 100 mph winds

Malulani Hospital offers Maui an alternative to MMMC’s “downward trajectory”

Laupahoehoe Liberation: Rural school targeted for closure votes for charter conversion

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Friday, February 12, 2010
February 12, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1200 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics, World News, World Politics

Laupahoehoe Liberation: Rural school targeted for closure votes for charter conversion

Hawaii man found guilty of killing toddler

Kalapa: Barrel tax means $4/gallon gas  

State tax collections down 5.4%

ADV: Forget this school year, start fixing the next

Councilman seeks limits on campaign yard signs

SB: Minus Abercrombie, health reform needs true bipartisanship

Council Looks At Banning Tents, Carts In Parks: Some Homeless Say They Will Get Around Proposed Bill

Hamamoto named principal at Saint Louis School

HMAA to acquire health insurer Summerlin's Hawaii business

ACLU says DLNR biased against unmarried couples

Mollway to remain as Ethics Director (Mystery story)

Hilo hospital: No furlough plans

“Sovereignty” squatter blocks ranch access to water

DLNR chief defends fishery management

Tavares plans to balance budget on taxpayers’ backs

Group seeks judgment to force Sol Kaho‘ohalahala out of office

Obama's Missing Year (HawaiiReporter goes “Birther”)

More: Tropical Cyclone Rene bearing down on Samoa

Hawaii-based Marines gearing up for major assault in Afghanistan

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Thursday, February 11, 2010
February 11, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1003 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Abercrombie’s departure kills House Obamacare majority, leaves Akaka Bill hanging

Hannemann, Inouye set up to blame Lingle for Rail failure

Republicans kill Democrat move to bring back pay to play

2 gaming bills move forward in House

Shapiro: Superferry bachi

Appeals court hears plea of furloughed students

TIM School-Shidler merger makes sense

Hawaii's January Forclosure numbers increase 286.4 percent from the year-ago period

Hawaii tackles unpaid rents: Public housing proposals also include credit checks and speeding up evictions

Pimps safe for now: Senate Judiciary defers bill to make human trafficking a felony

Kona trial: Doper kills man over “medical” marijuana

Sports Commission proposal deferred

Plastic Bag Ban Debated at Hawaii Capitol

State high court rules judge could force Lanai council member to vacate office

Group: DIRE need for injection wells action -- Says Tavares not doing enough soon enough to achieve results

First county land sale March 31: 16 Paauilo mauka parcels to be offered via sealed bid

Greening buildings requires more lettuce: New code could add $2,000 to cost of new home

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Wednesday, February 10, 2010
February 10, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 781 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Bill Would Hike Oil Tax 2100%: Measure Aims To Create slush fund to subsidize enviro pipe dreams

Hawaii gambling bills advance in House

School-days bill may hit snag: State's Constitution gives unions rights that may trump legislation

Shapiro: Toguchi “out of his league"

ADV: Leave governor's budgetary powers alone (saving the corporatist state from its Legislature)

$50M clean energy bond program touted

TAX POLICY CONTRADICTS STATE ENERGY INITIATIVE  (subsidy pig squeals -- “Don’t tax me bro!”)

DBEDT director disputes state auditor's findings

A&B affiliate only bidder for raceway: Upcoming hearing a chance to outbid group's $11M offer

(Another) Sexual Video Sparks (another) Criminal Investigation at Kamehameha Schools

Medical Cannabis User Discusses Benefits: Opponents Say Bill To Legalize Premature

Maui “medical”marijuana dispensary was front for drug dealers (duh!)

Police chief against relaxing marijuana laws

Brothers who beat officer take plea deal

Snobs: Hawaii bill to ban fireworks amended to let counties opt out

Green Police: State To Enforce Kayak Limits At Kealakekua Bay

 

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Tuesday, February 09, 2010
February 9, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 736 Views :: Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics

Child Molester’s friend, Rep. Cabanilla blocks flagpole bill

Senate bill would force Governor to spend money State does not have

Dems’ Exec Director Hartmann:  HB444 will be back  (confirms gay ‘marriage’ is all about taking children)

Superferry may come back to Hawaii—AS STATE-RUN SYSTEM

Senate ED Ctte. to consider GET 25% increase: Concerns over feeding HSTA while not helping HGEA

HB2486 mandates minimum instruction hours passes House Ctte

Zealous lawmakers just may raise your taxes, expand government in recession

Hawaii DHS restructuring may cut 200 jobs, close 50 offices

Hawaii will delay sending out tax refunds to balance budget

State pension fund at $10B

KHON plays catch up with Hawai`i Free Press-claims to have broken Special Ed story 

Akaka bill to be debated Wednesday at UH law school

Democrats respond to Djou campaign

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Monday, February 08, 2010
February 8, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 834 Views :: Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Case, Abercrombie support 'Beyond Gay'

Bill seeks to privatize hospitals

Honolulu District Special Ed Teachers Get Paid to Make Up Lost Furlough Time

Progress: Anti-charter school HSTA teachers abandon Waianae school

DOE Proposes to Increase Hawaii's Classroom Sizes

Bills aim to restore jobs in Film Office: Lingle administration says the cuts have not resulted in any losses for the state

State bills could impact police chief, liquor director

Census seeks full count of Hawaii

Rally aims at cutting plastic pollution raising taxes

Hawaii charges ahead with electric vehicles

Solar facility could power Westside in emergency (Wrong.  It would be a field of shattered glass.)

Oil demand has peaked in developed world: IEA  (new mantra for eco-faddists)

KIUC moves to increase its debt limit (money is being wasted on eco-nonsense)

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Sunday, February 07, 2010
February 7, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1052 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Running out of money, bully boy Ed Case now snivels because others “tear you down”

Anti-Lingle furlough propaganda ads source identified

Bad economy Rich lobbyist’s campaign contributions boosts interest in gambling

Hawaii may delay payments to Quest health plan

ADV: State needs push to get jobs on fast track

Environmental review: HRS 343 remains a legal quagmire

Charter Conversion: Laupahoehoe school's fate mulled by parents, employees

Hawaii Senate cuts costs by reducing paper usage

Hilo sort station: Late but not over budget  (now all they need is a purpose for the $9.3M building)

Six Hawaii Co. Councilmembers pull re-election papers in first week

Wait list for Maui water meter is challenged

Council OKs countywide plan, housing bills

Families say they'll sue Kauai County over demolition

Church leader may be deported

American Samoa, after the tsunami

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Saturday, February 06, 2010
February 6, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 828 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

DoE firing hundreds of Special Education skills trainers

Gambling bills to be heard by House Committee Tuesday

Iraq War veteran launches HD 28 campaign in Chinatown

Full Text: Moody’s outlook for Hawaii shifts to “negative”

Cec Heftel, former KGMB owner and congressman from Hawaii, dies at 85

Lingle, BOE spar over stalled furlough plan  (BoE stalls, lies about letter to Governor)

Still No Selection Of Voting Machines

Rewarding failure: Lawmakers Consider Raising Salaries Of Ed. Officials

‘Unholy (Education) Trinity’ May Benefit from Hurricane Relief Special Fund Monies, but Raid May Jeopardize Hawaii’s Bond Ratings

Kihei Furlough Fun Day parents oppose tax increase for DoE

Kona hospital centering on trauma

Espero says he will not run in Hawaii special election for Abercrombie's seat

State Senate confirms Lingle nominee for Appeals Court

(Destroyed by welfare) Last member of 65,000-year-old tribe dies, taking one of world's earliest languages to the grave

Hawaii engineer helps with efforts in Haiti

(New enviro scam) Hawaii-ecosystem researcher Peter Vitousek wins Japan Prize (for building foundations for propaganda war against nitrogen fertilizer)

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Friday, February 05, 2010
February 5, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 748 Views :: Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Raiding of Hawaii's funds could cost state in bond interest rates

SB Commentary: Leftist “Episcopal” rector equates opponents of gay marriage to al-Qaida head-choppers (Then why aren’t they appeasing us?)

Eminent Domain Honolulu Style: You Could Lose Your House in a Month

Leon Siu: SHIFTS IN SENATE KILLS AKAKA BILL

County bulldozes Hawaiian dwellings on Wainiha Bay

Hawaiian Air reports 'remarkable' year of soaring income in 2009

Snobs in Hawaii Legislature considering new restrictions on fireworks

Prosecutor calls defense 'an imaginary scenario'

Hilo man pleads guilty to manufacturing child pornography

$700K Mobile Command Sits For Years

Hawaii couple attend national TEA Party convention

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Thursday, February 04, 2010
February 4, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 930 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics

Taxed Enough Already? TEA Party rallies February 27

Former Honolulu Mayor Frank Fasi dies

3 Stooges’ fake DoE “accountability” bill passed out of House committee—Gov’s bill will not be heard

State is #3 in Debt: Hawaii's bond rating falls to 'negative' as budget crisis takes its toll

Bertram declares bankruptcy

Bill to Legalize Gambling on Hawaiian Homelands Advances over DHHL objection

ADV: Legislation would allow casino operations on Hawaiian Home Lands

Model for Obamacare, “advanced” Hawaii tries to get trauma centers on sister islands (6 1/2 hours to treatment for major trauma)

Greenwood Urges Lawmakers To Invest In UH (she’s out of synch again)

Honolulu Rail 4th Most Expensive in the Nation

Islands No. 2 in union membership

Utilities commission ruling deemed valid  (OK to exclude a member!)

WHT falls for Obama’s SOTU lie: Louder, richer and often foreign voices enter the election process

County has failed to collect $100M in fees: Impact fees could replace current 'fair Share' system

Kaloko homeless shelter project lurching forward

Bill 1965 will make it costly to sell your undeveloped land

Big Isle bag ban is voted down

Arrogant Obama attacks tourism AGAIN

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Wednesday, February 03, 2010
February 3, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1021 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics

Wailuku DoE teacher arrested for meth in home: HSTA/DoE/BoE/ACLU still block drug testing

PHOTOS: Kubo for Judge Rally -- Decision by Senate due today

Kubo nomination: Hanabusa, Souza tied to Pali Golf course shooters’ mob

Hawaii Scores “D” on Citizen Initiative rights

Dutch Hanohano: Aiona team introduces campaign manager

Abercrombie, Hirono sign new letter backing socialist single-payer health system

Pendulum now appears to swing in Kubo's favor

Senate Leaders Meet in Secret as Ed Kubo's Supporters Rally for His Judicial Confirmation

Hold Placed on Akaka Bill in U.S. Senate

Lawmakers Move For More School Days

Legislators’ Plastic Bags Law Could Cost Customers 20 Cents (WITHOUT EIS!!!)

Highest paid in nation: Lawmakers Propose Taking manini 3% Pay Cuts: Salary Reductions Would Last 1 Year Starting July 1

Maui News: Election season officially under way

ML&P to cease retirees’ medical (thanks, OHA)

Cash sales crackdown (solving the budget problem one farmer at a time)

New geothermal well hoped to meet contract demands

Neil Abercrombie (D-Hezbollah) gives love to Ron Paul (R-Hamas)

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Tuesday, February 02, 2010
February 2, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 737 Views :: Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics

PRECISELY AS PREDICTED: Civil union backers plan suit for gay marriage in Hawaii

FTA commits $1.55 billion to pay for Honolulu rail system (Inouye comes thru for his pet Mufi)

Senate Committee considers 25% tax hike to feed HSTA, HGEA, UPW

Ten Ways to Cut Hawaii Department of Education Costs While Improving Outcomes

Furloughs further dim military's view of schools

Infusion of federal money has saved or created thousands of jobs (or is it 54 jobs? hilarious)

ADV: Streamlining construction can speed jobs

Shapiro: Leg opens door to more contributions from State Contractors

Money Woes Could Threaten High-Speed Rail: Stimulus Awards Not Enough To Finish Major Rail Projects

Record military budget proposed by Obama important for Hawaii

Regents seek rise in revenue: Propose lift the limit on nonresident students who pay higher tuition

Hawaii Feels Loss Of Pro Bowl: Losing 'Lost' Also Hurts State's Economy

City mishandling effort to take Hau'ula land from owner, critics say (Lawsuit is Rail Preview?)

Mayor in financial lead in race for gov (Aiona 2nd , followed by some hippie)

It begins: 35 take papers to run in coming elections

Kalapa:  Yet another lesson we should learn from California

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Monday, February 01, 2010
February 1, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 922 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Opponents of Kubo nomination tied to Pali Golf course shooters’ mob

Djou tops in cash on hand after Hanabusa gets old boy boost

Hannemann leads Abercrombie in campaign funds (and Duke???  Advertiser no say, but Hawai`i Free Press does)

Hawaii public utility commissioners clash

ADV: Pointless rail spat wastes public resources (flacking for Mufi, again)

SB: Court budget cuts cost the taxpayers

Civil unions: A political boon, or boondoggle?

UH system enrollment hits record 55,761 for spring semester

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Sunday, January 31, 2010
January 31, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1101 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Hawaii's school board needs to be fixed, say three ex-governors and Hamamoto (FAKE REFORMS--HOPING TO TRICK THE ELECTORATE INTO DOING NOTHING)

Democrat Advertiser: (Not) Time for better way to pick school board   (Don’t put it on the November ballot)

'Clock is ticking' on furloughs: BOE disputes claim it's stonewalling on Lingle's proposal

SB vs HSTA: Tax hike not the solution

Say what! To close a widening budget gap, the House leader asks for an array of tax hikes, benefit cuts and even a casino  (and a health insurance tax)

Lingle: Lawmakers Hid Votes On Civil Unions

Herkes comes out against HHSC privitization

Rep. Morita reaches out online to tax your breath  (Shows what is at stake in Gubernatorial election)

Honolulu rail would be safer at ground level, AIA contends

Big isle Car, truck sales on fumes in '09

Lanaians looking for a means of survival: Economy on edge with employment limited and construction stopped

FEEL-GOOD: Hawaii County to consider new bid to ban plastic shopping bags

Oahu crime up 6%; increase mostly in property crime

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Saturday, January 30, 2010
January 30, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 644 Views :: Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Hold” placed on Akaka Bill in Senate could effectively prevent passage

House Tables Civil Union Bill Indefinitely

Couple helped ignite debate: They sparked struggle for civil rights (sic) in Isles, but never saw it happen

Re-inventing Government: Five key reforms to save money (Commission backs constitutional amendment to dump BoE) 

Lawmakers Consider Casino Gaming in Waikiki (to feed the corporatist State)

Most crime in Hawaii linked to drugs, says law agency official

State audit of DBEDT critcizes use of private funds for overseas trade missions

ADV: City must pass bills on tents, carts in parks

SB: L.A.'s medical marijuana troubles hold lessons

Committee Kills Bill To Hike Soda Tax (didn’t tax enough drinks)

School board's Cochran (HSTA flunkey) to run for Maui County Council (rat jumps sinking ship)

MCC to become 4-year Maui College

State Boots Student Display From Capitol  (gay ‘families’ remain)

Senators To Vote On Kubo Nomination Next Week

Omidyar-backed sustainable-ag group takes over Maui's Kapalua Farms

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Saturday, January 30, 2010
January, 2010 Letters to the Editor
By Letters to the Editor :: 701 Views :: Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

“Dear DIIOTS” -- from a Democrat wanna-be Legislator  

Dumb and Dangerous Legislation

Take the $ out of politic$

Pro-railers claim naysayers are small minority

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Friday, January 29, 2010
January 29, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 850 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Gay Civil Unions to face “indefinite postponement”?

Hanauma Dec 29: Did Mufi threaten retaliation against Obama?

Lawmakers are gambling that isle residents going to Vegas will be willing to pay a $10 fee to avoid state taxes if they win big later

Hawaii Department of Education Whistleblowers- 'Bell System Contracts' Waste School Repair Money 

Governor, mayor at odds over financing for rail

Kauai County to pay $7.5M in Ka Loko settlement

Vote on Kubo deadlocked

A&B to continue Maui sugar at least through 2010

Kenoi fights back against TAT attack

Plans call for higher commercial fees, additional restrictions next year

County Buys 151 Acres of North Kohala Coastline Property (Open Space)

Hilo club owner vs. county is on again (Dep’t of Retaliation)

Officials mull management of Kalaupapa – to DHHL?

Kaiser union workers rally over job security

Officials shut 18 voting sites on island

RNC Meeting: Steele Comes to Honolulu with Proof of Principle

Senate Committee Hearing: OHA to be audited?

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Thursday, January 28, 2010
January 28, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 951 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics

Abercrombie backs renewed Obamacare push

Obama's answer for America: more of me

Republicans Hope To Claim Seats In Islands

SB: Republicans envision coup with Djou

Governor Lingle Fires Back at “bully” Mayor Hannemann

HSTA proposes increase in taxes to fund schools

Guards from Hilo jail picket UPW office

Under OHA attack: A&B board expected to make a decision on whether to keep growing sugar on Maui

Justice and safety at risk, Moon warns

Council bills are aimed at homeless in parks

Foreclosures running high

SB: Civil unions bill deserves decision now

Hawaii needs commission to attract sports events, Aiona says

Aiona defends likely County TAT cut -- Legislature backing away from more tax increases

Maui News polls Tax Increases

EBay Founder Talks To UH

County eyeing water rate increases

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Wednesday, January 27, 2010
January 27, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 761 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics

Mufi: “I have no thoughts of resigning soon”

SB: Don't further centralize Hawaii schools

Tourism Recovery will be slow, despite an expected uptick in arrivals and spending

GOP kicking off national strategy session in Isles

Boylan: Hawaii Republican leaders “Closer to the truth than some of the Democrats like to admit"

Democrat Borreca: Lingle's political math mostly about subtraction

Democrat Borreca: National GOP aids island hopefuls

Lingle plan halves employers' tax hike

Hawaii gas prices above 'cap' level of suspended law

ADV: Clear disclosure vital in political spending

Maui Business leaders like Lingle proposals

University of Hawaii faculty approve “cost-cutting” contract with two pay increases

UPW to picket UPW in Hilo

PHOCUSED rally

Fewer registered vehicles on Big Isle

Strategies shared at zero waste forum

4 men accused of phone plot had conservative ties

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Tuesday, January 26, 2010
January 26, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 788 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics

House may not have votes for civil unions

State of the State Address: Full Text

ADV: Lingle proposes business stimulation incentives

An amended shell bill (SB404) could speed up movement of rainy day funds, says state Rep. K. Mark Takai

Rail opponent Panos Prevedouros to run for mayor

Big Island lawmakers mull fall elections

Abercrombie pretends to blast furloughs

POLITICO: Hawaii (is the only place on earth) still crazy about Obama

Jim Kelly named to Advertiser editorial post

Island landlords lowering prices, offering incentives for the first time in years

Better Place raises $350 million in financing for electric car plans

Illegal concrete fill helped rare stilts

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Monday, January 25, 2010
January 25, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 691 Views :: Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics

Hooser, Hanabusa predict HB444 will bring gay marriage back before Courts

State of State: Lingle to focus on Hawaii's recovery

With win behind them, Brown strategists are in demand (in Hawaii)

Democrat Bulletin: Republican gathering in Waikiki comes at a time of internal strife

Law that sank Superferry could also halt rail transit  (Blame game begins!)

2 former staffers oppose Kubo  (typical Dem bs--Kubo will not be judge)

ADV instructs Mazie Hirono to stop being such a bone-headed socialist

Former OHA trustee to head Hawaii Democrats

Hawaii needs to reform its health care system, too (by Hospital Assn Head)

CRCH Faculty: Greenwood conducted fake search for Cancer Center head 

SB: Flawed ruling intensifies push for clean (socialized) elections

Abercrombie (D-Hezbollah) out as chair of Terrorism Subcommittee

International Study nails Honolulu as least affordable US housing market (8.2 times median income)

Kalapa: Yes, even a white lie can come back to haunt

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Sunday, January 24, 2010
January 24, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 848 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Same-sex marriage issue has endured a long fight in Hawaii

ADV: Teachers union asking lawmakers to set aside funds to end furloughs

SB: HSTA, heed idea to improve teacher quality

Windmills a source of green power, conflict

Hirono: ‘I would vote against’ Senate health care bill

County looks to preserve its TAT share

ADV: Elevated system best deal for taxpayers

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Saturday, January 23, 2010
January 23, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 750 Views :: Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

SB: State Senate passes civil unions bill

Maui News: Lawmakers say stage set for passage

Gabbard gets court order against activist

Chief reassures public, says Waialae-Kahala beatings 'not a random act'  (no, it is a predictable consequence of soft-on-crime policies)

Tough year tests resolve to hit priorities

Political winds bode ill for future of Akaka Bill  (1820, 2010 Massachusetts saves Hawaii again)

Blocked on $250M money grab, OHA goes for $200M

GOP seeks to mandate 180 school days a year

Local Bloggers perk up on Djou campaign

Panel's ruling on Lāna'i water issue questioned

Central Oahu subdivision would create 5,000 homes

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Friday, January 22, 2010
January 22, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 882 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Hawaii Family Forum calls for action: Senate to hear HB444 Gay Civil Unions Friday

Hooser ‘cautiously optimistic’ Senate has the votes to pass HB444

Campaign law change could color race for Congress

State Sen. Espero considering run for Abercrombie's Congressional seat

SB: Independents gaining clout

Hold that Train (tax raid vs Mufi)

Law enforcement backs stiffer penalties for violence

Honolulu home to nation’s second-worst traffic jam

Health care is threatened by Arbitrator’s ruling on UPW furloughs

UH System asks Lawmakers for Help

UHPA members begin contract ratification vote

Total Ka Loko civil settlement amount is set at $25.4 million

Couch fined for exceeding out of state donation limits

New-car sales plunge in Hawaii

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Thursday, January 21, 2010
January 21, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 804 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics

Boylan: Patient Aiona Ready To Lead

Djou Hopeful In Wake Of GOP Win In Mass.

GOP Senate victory boosts hope for Djou's campaign

`This is my truck'

Isles' senators stay committed to Akaka Bill

Much work ahead, Isle lawmakers say (Guard your wallet!)

Shirokiya to lay off 50 due to threat of Unemp Comp Tax hike

SB: DOE stays in the race

ADV: Schools chief should have some autonomy (against Constitutional Amendment, no surprise here)

HSTA names interim executive director

Tax dollars could help patch up private roads

Marijuana bills to be introduced

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Wednesday, January 20, 2010
January 20, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 814 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Senate will deal with civil union bill immediately; a vote is likely Friday

Clock's ticking on Akaka bill in overloaded Congress

Independent voters are election wild card

Poll shows Carlisle with 67% to 18% lead in so-far fictional mayoral race

Money's the matter as Isle lawmakers begin 60-day session (Danger! Legislature in Session)

TAT status up for council discussion  (Kokubun: “Raise Taxes”)

Bottle fee could cut furloughs  (Danger! Legislature in Session)

Hawai‘i Chamber pushing for unemployment tax break

6th district lawmakers face tough ’10 session (J Kalani “Powdernose” English has a plan to ‘blow” your money)

Let governor appoint Hawaii schools superintendent, Lingle proposes

ADV: Race to the Top needs all hands on deck

Companies oppose school bus cuts

Crime bill would put 'halo' around schools

The Healthcare Association is asking again for the state money

Kaiser employees picket over loss of pharmacy work

Chevron to shrink refining business

2% Land fund may return to ballot

Kauai County share of Pflueger settlement to be released

Hawaii Air National Guard, Air Force crews part of Haiti relief

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Tuesday, January 19, 2010
January 19, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 993 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics, World News, World Politics

Rally at Capitol: 15,000 against Gay Civil Unions

Feds: "City will need a stronger financial plan" before moving forward with Rail Transit

Case holds lead over Hanabusa and Djou (Case 52%-Djou 21%), (Hanabusa 43%-Djou 36%)

State's labor, fiscal woes cut Lingle's popularity

Honolulu rail forum draws opponents, supporters of planned commuter line

ADV: City rail committee didn't keep minutes: But state office says it was exempt from law requiring them

Hawaii governor says state won't fund pay raises for UH faculty

City-state effort can ease school-bus woes

Governor Linda Lingle Speaks to Improving Hawaii's Business Climate

SB: Legislators must show courage, leadership (by passing Gay Civil Unions)

Shapiro: Maui tripping (J Kalani "powdernose" English)

S., W. Maui legislators: Protect what’s already there (by raising taxes)

WHT: Legislature faces bleak budget (TAXES, TAXES, AND MORE TAXES)

Hawaiians mark key event in Hawaii history and reject Akaka Bill

Rents for office space down 3.5%

JAL to cut jobs, pensions, routes

Hawaiian Telcom vs. Oceanic Time Warner (fiber optic competition to cable tv)

Homelessness Issue hits home in Chinatown

Hawaii Coast Guard crews fly quake relief missions in Haiti (Superferry going to Haiti) 

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Monday, January 18, 2010
January 18, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 744 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Abercrombie 9% ahead of Aiona, Hannemann 6% ahead of Aiona

Only two Options considered for balancing state budget (you guessed it, tax increase, and raid on special funds)

Tax Increase tops Greenies' wish list for 2010 ($100/barrel tax on oil)

UH aims for sustainable education  (More brainwashing)

Ocean cleanup a critical task

Transit ex-directors support elevated rail  (Mufi tries to salvage candidacy)

MLK Day observed in Hawaii

Hilo roots help drive state's interim DOE superintendent

Kalapa: Yardstick provided by Council on Revenues

SB: A blow against slavery

For Time Warner, Isles are a gold mine

 Sen J Kalani "Powdernose" English will take aim at reforming laws for cannabis

ADV: Cooperation could yield trash solution

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Sunday, January 17, 2010
January 17, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 799 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Civil union debate could spur political action from all sides

Case takes early lead

'No simple answers' as lawmakers consider tapping funds, raising taxes (they're 'simply' going to raise the GET)

Search for revenue (TAX INCREASE) looms as top mission (ADV editors explain how to pitch a GET hike)

UHPA, UH administration reach tentative labor agreement

Activities honor King's memory

Young Bros. and Pasha Hawaii await a decision on whether the shipping services can compete

Timeshares weather storm: During the prolonged downturn, their occupancy levels have outpaced hotels

Kenoi wants to raise money for land purchases by selling property

Rotarians pull together to help Haiti

A new breed of paparazzi descends on placid Maui

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Saturday, January 16, 2010
January 16, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 814 Views :: Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics

Cox: BOE rift may be irreparable

Hawaii will cut pay or furlough hospital, EMS, prison staffers

University of Hawaii faculty paychecks cut 6.7%; TRO hearing date still not set

Hawaii: Leaving Home is an Economic Indicator

Members criticize ‘ridiculous’ 50-cent fuel tax proposal

SB: State should kick its habit of raiding tobacco fund

Honolulu rail project piles up legal fees — $635,000 so far  (already preparing for enviro lawsuit)

Council kills windmill bill

Obama Security Costs HPD $250K In OT

Maui Pine may lose its listing on NYSE

Lawmakers want faster tax breaks for Haiti donations

Kauai path will be shifted from "sacred" sand

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Friday, January 15, 2010
January 15, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 811 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Hanabusa suggests Case is sexist

$1.3M sought for special election

Just another union flunkey: Matayoshi claims HSTA, HGEA support RTTT and DoE had no choice on furloughs

Hawaii schools close again with no deal on furloughs

Will school reform talk bring action?

Hawaii Laborers' Union election under scrutiny (again)

Honolulu council shelves plan to rename park for Obama

Pflueger trial to remain on Kaua‘i

In tough times, Maui council aims for more affordable housing

Ka'u could get emergency evacuation shelter

Top 10 Outrageous Facts About the Hawaii State Teachers’ Association

Hawaii medical care system: Hilo Doctor Autopsies Still Living, Bleeding To Death, Patient

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Thursday, January 14, 2010
January 14, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 838 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Djou gets most applause at small business meet

Case: Hanabusa cannot lead the Senate while running for Congress

Case called disrespectful over use of Mink's photo: "Stop using his picture to salve your conscience"

Soetoro-Ng endorses Mehau associate Schatz

Furloughs a wild card

Lawmakers discuss priorities at town meeting

Tax increase eyed to fund homelessness industry

State Foreclosures Surge: Jump in December pushes monthly and year-end totals to their highest since 2005

Pflueger continues to face 7 manslaughter counts

Slain Hawaii toddler's drug-dealing father sues mother, accused killer, State

Actress, other women allege abuses by Hawaii's Family Court

City settles with state for $300,000 over sewage

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Wednesday, January 13, 2010
January 13, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1662 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics, World News, World Politics

Democrat Borreca: Hanabusa-Case fight could be gift for GOP  (Case "untrustworthy and disloyal")

SB: Don't let cost deter special House race

State tax revenues drop 8.3% since July

SB: Bishop's call to block civil unions offends bill advocates (Rally January 17)

Still No Agreement On School Furloughs

Army needs to make case for Makua plan

Honolulu rail project architects defend plan for elevated route

Kauai: OHA Again fails to steal single family home from owner

Politics of the River Street Project

Final Co-Conspirator in Las Vegas Methamphetamine Trafficking Organization Sentenced to Life in Prison by Hawaii Federal Judge

$7.4M windfall can't offset shortfall; land sale, tax hike still on the table

Little paid, benefits questioned

Getting tough on illegal use of fireworks comes at price

No penalty for trash backlog

Clinton says U.S. is 'back in Asia,' hails diversity of Isles

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Tuesday, January 12, 2010
January 12, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 813 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Cast Your ballot: Abercrombie nominated "2009 Porker of the Year"

Case calls Inouye's remarks incorrect

SB: Put same-sex civil unions on the table

Matayoshi Confirmed as Hawaii Department of Education Interim Superintendent

Abercrombie on Furloughs: "Minimize the bureaucratic levels" in DoE "without cutting back bureaucracy"

ADV: Time for silent majority to step up on rail  (and save Mufi's candidacy)

FOIA Release Shows Mufi fears Leg raid on Rail Fund

Kokubun: No changes seen for Senate leadership

9-11 Trooothers challenge Army's DU request

Aloun Farms owners to admit to illegally importing farm laborers

Kahala Panty Burglar gets five years

Council committee to consider bulky trash fine

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Monday, January 11, 2010
January 11, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 892 Views :: Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics, World News, World Politics

Aiona's gubernatorial campaign stresses 'balance'

Senators expect movement on Akaka Bill

Brian Schatz joins motley crew running for lieutenant governor

Students React to UH Budget Shortfall

Clinton's Pacific itinerary criticized

Cancer center deal benefits all stakeholders

Local 5 Kaiser workers plan for a strike

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Sunday, January 10, 2010
January 10, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1005 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News

DANGER: Hawaii acting schools chief Matayoshi praised widely as good choice for permanent job

Senators boost Hanabusa: Inouye, Akaka hope to take revenge on Ed Case  (the increasingly hollow old boys' last hurrah?)

State needs $1M to hold May special election  (Mercado Kim still trying to delay election shows Hanabusa weakness)

Public worker retirement soars

SB: Don't raid hotel tax funds -- raise taxes instead

Honolulu airport car-rental hub envisioned to help visitors

Prof: UH can balance budget without gutting faculty

Wind, waste-to-energy not among plan’s $1.5B renewables -- but a 50 cent a gallon gas tax is

Castle & Cooke may use Lanai aquifer; environmentalists decry decision

Furlough Fridays raise residents' hackles

Kakaako homeless cleanup

Hawaii County joblessness down to "only" 10%

Kauai mom with 3 kids, 66 arrests gets decade in prison

Snobs snubbed: Hawaii fireworks ban not a Capitol priority

Fidell: Let's start doing more to develop local agriculture

Anti-Superferry protester: Obama as Bush

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Saturday, January 09, 2010
January 9, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 898 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics

GTMO Greenwell accuses Hawaii police of "eating children"

Lingle proposes new plan to eliminate Furlough Fridays

Hawaii governor says she doesn't want Legislature to take up bill on civil unions

Poll finds Mississippi folk most faith-centered; Hawaii below average

Lingle says Honolulu rail project needs 'adjustment' due to recession

Hotel occupancy falls in Hawaii in November

Hawaii Department of Education gets new chief information officer

Women ordered out of prison where Isle inmates complained of abuse

Hawaiian Airlines Flight Passenger Facing Federal Charges

University of Hawaii cancer center, hospitals team up (unless Leg raids Cigarette Tax Fund for feed HGEA)

Shipping our 'opala an imperfect solution

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Friday, January 08, 2010
January 8, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1332 Views :: Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics, World News, World Politics

Senate Expect To Pass Civil Unions Bill: Opponents, Supporters Prepare To Rally On Issue

BOE chair Toguchi rejects calls for his resignation (another unaccountable board at work)

Rail may outpace funding by $322M

UH faculty union seeks injunction to halt pay cuts

Resist the urge to dismantle elections panel (another unaccountable board at work)

Housing authority chooses new leader  (another unaccountable board at work)

Top Ten Most Outrageous Findings from the 2009 DOE Procurement Audit

Hawaii House Leader Criticizing Governor on Budget Plans, But Doesn't Offer His Own Solutions

Telescope EIS faces delays

County portion of Ka Loko settlement coming?

DOH cuts Kaua‘i positions

Smuggled-in fireworks expose security flaw

Democrat Lawyer announces candidacy for Djou's City Council seat

Clinton to meet with Japanese foreign minister while in Hawaii

Governor nominates DCCA Dir Reifurth to Intermediate Court of Appeals

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Thursday, January 07, 2010
January 7, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1044 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics

TAX INCREASE # 1--Lawmakers Kokubun, Mercado  urge Hawaii counties to impose new 5% sales tax (how to finish off the economy)

TAX INCREASE # 2--ADV: Tax diversion won't erase revenue woes (Adv to LEG -- raise taxes!)

TAX INCREASE # 3--Don’t take TAT – Maui mayor (1/2% GET Increase on agenda )

TAX INCREASE # 4--Energy plan calls for 50¢ gas tax

Lingle rejects union-BOE proposal

UH, faculty to resume talks

Legislature cuts 5 recess days in 2010

Hawaii Department of Education Procurement Audit, Part II, Details Insider Dealing, Waste and Alleged Corruption

Hawaii's Compulsory Health-Care System Is No Model

Hawaii Co. Council rejects resolution to decriminalize pakalolo

Isle recovery is pondered

Kenoi presents budgetary wish list to state lawmakers 

Local Police Escorts for House Speaker Nancy Pelosi Cost Hawaii County More Than $21,000

Honolulu City Council Member Dela Cruz Introduces Legislation to Audit the Delay in the Shipping of Solid Waste

Snob Bulletin: Fireworks Ban Long Overdue

Hume's comments on Buddhism, Tiger Woods upset faithful

An Upheaval to Remember: 2010 is shaping up to be a rare year in American politics

Obamacare, COFA, and the upcoming $350M State budget gap: Lingle vs Congressional Delegation

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Wednesday, January 06, 2010
January 6, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1131 Views :: Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics, World News, World Politics

Constitutional Amendment: Aiona Proposes Hawaii Elect Secretary of State

OHA to make case for (NEW) Akaka bill during live television broadcasts

Cayetano puts trust in Matayoshi: Others question whether the acting schools chief can indeed make hard decisions

SB: Welcome Hamamoto to labor talks

Kauai: Arakaki open to being state DoE superintendent

UH won't rescind faculty pay cuts

Across-the-board cuts in Hawaii budget criticized at hearing

Tax delinquencies prompt relief consideration

Fed judges: Wash. felony inmates should get vote (could set precedent for Hawaii)

Deputy sheriff arrested in child rape

Forbes ranks Bankoh as top performer of nation's largest 100 banks

Waihee's Ex-cemetery chief will get out of jail

Trash may finally be shipped to Washington next month

Court bolsters public access to beaches

Quakes, tsunami strike Solomon Islands

American pirates' Anti-whaling vessel damaged in clash with Japanese ship that it was attacking 

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Tuesday, January 05, 2010
January 5, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1522 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

The Teamsters Production Unit: Jim Dooley connects dots thru Honolulu underworld to Obama  (Must read) 

LINK>>>Kubo: Governor nominates former Federal prosecutor to First Circuit Bench

LINK>>>Abercrombie resignation effective Feb 28

Official wants special election ASAP

New Elections Chief grilled about special election

Hawaii may hold a special congressional election in May

Matayoshi being pitched as outsider to keep the DoE out of the next Governor's control

SB: Interim schools chief to enter fray

ADV: Hearings need strict environmental focus

Median sale price of Honolulu homes fell by 7.9 percent in 2009

UH faculty's union files class grievance against Greenwood

Schools open new year with fee increases

Mesa Air Group files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy

Kalapa on Special Funds: Yes, the state has money to pay its bills 

Big Isle bovines getting waterbeds

Hawaii County Plastic bag ban

Iran, Cuba buying influence in Solomon Islands

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Monday, January 04, 2010
January 4, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 539 Views :: Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

A bureaucrat, not a leader: Hamamoto just gave up and walked away (with 4 days notice)

Acting schools superintendent, BOE chair to speak on vacancy at 3PM

Makua Valley eyed for counterinsurgency, road bomb training

Hawaii will probably hold public hearings on Honolulu rail transit  (Mufi's candidacy twists in wind)

SB: Failed anti-rail effort reveals Charter flaw

Budget cuts eliminate post moves job of HIV advocate to different department

Project HOPE boosts success of probation

Water problems keep Gartley Hall unusable

Watson: Dear Mr. President... 10 for 2010

OK, but ...

Maui News: 2000 to 2010 decade in review: Fear at center of Y2K set tone for the next 10 years

Test papayas for genetic modification

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Sunday, January 03, 2010
January 3, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 581 Views :: Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Honolulu rail behind schedule, with construction start unclear

ADV: UH stalemate can't be left for courts to fix

Land sale may fund campus

Maui Political shakeup in makeup for ’10

Britain might withdraw 1 Mauna Kea telescope

The demand is there for locally grown food

ADV: Americans anticipating better times

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Saturday, January 02, 2010
January 2, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 954 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics

Legislators to Honor The One: Celebrate Obama Day at Obama Park, or cheer for Obama High

Cayetano's DCCA boss Kathryn Matayoshi to take up reins of DoE (left behind the mess that Mark Recktenwald cleaned up)

Hamamoto still in furlough talks

Hamamoto decision 'personal'

SB: Settle UH labor dispute out of court, reasonably

Hawaii's unemployment fund forecast a bit less gloomy

Judge Hara grants UH Motion To Dismiss KAHEA’s Mauna Kea CMP Lawsuit

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Friday, January 01, 2010
January 1, 2010 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1400 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics

Hamamoto resigned DoE -- FIVE DAYS AGO!  (Resigned same day latest HSTA/DoE furlough offer was rejected)

Inouye confident Akaka Bill issues will be resolved

ADV: Inouye implies Abercrombie backers lying (more on Akaka bill)

Economic troubles shroud political races

TSA lapse helps gain not guilty verdicts

No rail work 'til May--then lawsuit

ADV: Reshaping government a key goal for 2010

Hawaii taxpayers on hook for $1.5M in Kaloko Dam settlement

Crime on Oahu surges 6 percent

Hawaii first in nation to require home solar water heaters (tax credit gone, replaced by mandate)

New company to take over Maui pineapple operations

Rejected amendment has no impact on Kauai County Charter, legal opinion says

Big Isle's pot pulse is sought

Hearing set for proposed Kona project

New beach land is public, court says

Snob Advertiser: Public must rally against illegal fireworks (another excuse to raise taxes)

Enviro Activist: Close UH for whole year to gauge its usefulness

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Thursday, December 31, 2009
December 31, 2009 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 880 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Chest Pains: Limbaugh Hospitalized in Serious Condition at Queen's

Karl Rove to appear at Hawaii GOP event

Lingle aide, BOE, DOE meet on furloughs, no decision made

Hawaii elections office staffer Scott Nago selected as interim chief

ML&P viability in doubt

Kaiser rates to go up 10.7 percent for groups

Arbitrator's decision may affect UH pay cut

Salary cuts anger UHH faculty

Report: Ag tax exemptions abused

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Wednesday, December 30, 2009
December 30, 2009 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1199 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics, World News, World Politics

Hanabusa: "Ed Case not forgiven, should bow out"

 

ADV: Lingle should break be blamed for impasse in union talks

SB: Furlough plan achievable

Furlough talks to resume, but no special session planned

SLOM: No More Hawaii Islam Days

SB gives free ad space to Mufi: We all need to do our part to solve the (homelessness) problem

Mayor Hannemann's Achilles Heel

Tactics weighed for rat fight

Emergency funds needed for preschool  (by childhood policy 'consultant')

OLD NEWS: Nearly $1B in state funds tied up in illiquid investment

Kaloko payouts to be revealed

Roadblock continues despite 7 arrests in Laie land dispute

Future uncertain for two Mauna Kea telescopes

The realities of recession are relative on the Kona Coast

Heightened Security Detail Costs for Speaker Pelosi and President Obama Will Fall on Local Taxpayers

Maui: Ahi supply should be enough to satisfy sashimi lovers’ appetite

Ocean View well may take longer

Gas pains: Does Big Island have a Propane shortage?

ADV: Hawaii fireworks sales still hot in recession

Health care bill denies freedom of choice

Saluting American Valor: Wounded soldier provides cover fire for pinned-down troops

 

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Tuesday, December 29, 2009
December 29, 2009 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1012 Views :: Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Lingle: HSTA/DoE furlough plan "not credible"

Pelosi enjoys privacy at Hualalai after Palin is hounded off Maui

Visitor arrivals drop 1.4%, spending down 2.2%

University of Hawaii will reduce faculty pay by 6.7 percent

County officials who rely on TAT funds likely to fight to keep share 

Time to Contact Gov. Linda Lingle with Your Thoughts About Oahu's Multi-Billion Dollar Rail Project

Maui News Polls Obamacare

HTH: "Good riddance to 2009, a lost year."  (Obamanomics: Year One)

Proposed changes to state fishing rules spur protests  (no PASH rights here, eh?)

Continuing the quest for affordable, sustainable housing

Business leader has green on his mind (after child is brainwashed, he becomes trash picker, police spy for the regime)

Maui Land counting on its shareholders

Kauai: Council committee to vet solid waste management plan

ADV: Tighter controls needed for travel safety

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Monday, December 28, 2009
December 28, 2009 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 441 Views :: Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Legislative Report: Convert HHSC to non-profit, dump civil service (full text)

Kalapa: Waiting for taxpayers to take the hit

Census shows Island exodus (over 100/week)

ADV: Partnerships can power survival strategy (huh?)

Hawaii smokers cutting back in response to higher tobacco taxes

SB: Chinatown rats lead state to hold classes

Kauai: New breed of homeless might need help getting some help

Kauai: Slom to speak at GOP Women’s Club event

SB: Seal the health care deal

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Sunday, December 27, 2009
December 27, 2009 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1055 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

SB: UH faculty doesn't grasp reality (just noticing this?)

Commission to pick interim election chief

Grooming a new guard at New Hope

2 Groups Protest At Obama Compound

Courting China

ADV: Ocean cable key to attaining energy goals (how to save wind energy from environmentalist assault)

Hawaii's welfare numbers rising for first time in decade

Hawaii's counties rattled by plan to cut them out of hotel room tax

Budget Cuts still being blamed for rats in Chinatown

Maui Jail: Lingle forces Tsutsui to back down

Growing foreclosure rate a drag on Maui neighborhoods

Maui B&B system is taking off; 33 permits gain backing

Ocean noise pollution turns up with greenhouse gas emissions

HTH urges Christmas donations to the Gramscian Entity

 

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Saturday, December 26, 2009
December 26, 2009 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1202 Views :: Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics, World News, World Politics

Jumped by passengers while lighting fuse: Islamist fails to blow up Detroit-bound flight Christmas Day

Rep. Mazie Hirono on Obamacare: ‘We’re not there yet’

Chief of Hawaii Health Systems retiring (Inspiration for Obamacare)

SB: Compromise critical in Maui water dispute (OHA Water grab)

Isle bankruptcies highest in 4 years

Access to computers gives homeless hope to stay on street (The Homelessness Industry at work) 

$500,000 warrant issued in drunken-driving case (extradited from NV, then allowed to fly back?)

Lanakila senior center in Kalihi needs donations to stay open

Obamas visit troops at Hawaii base's Christmas chow-down

Sermon at Ancient Christian Site Highlights Christmas for the 130th Engineer Brigade

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Friday, December 25, 2009
December 25, 2009 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1204 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Not Fooled: Hawaii parents waiting on details of plan to reduce furlough days

Hawaii's growth rate has stayed low because 10 people leave Hawaii every day

"Hope" for future is best gift of all (Obama mentioned only as a tourist attraction)

Kulani plan is outlined

Nonprofit status seen as cure for ailing state hospital system (Driskill retiring?)

SB: Seniors and hospitals win big in reform bill (yes this is a "news" story)

FINAL HARVEST: Sun sets on ML&P cultivation of pineapple

Drug trial of HPD officer postponed ("negotiations")

Djou elected to chair search panel for new city auditor

Salary rules limit potential new prosecutor, deputies

KHON not fazed by cable-Fox flap

After a year of destruction, Obama and family return to Hawaii

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Thursday, December 24, 2009
December 24, 2009 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 825 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Lawmakers, Governor await details on tentative agreement to reduce furlough days

ADV: Hawaiian rights in bill must be negotiated (rejects new version Akaka Bill)

Musubigate: HRPT rent dispute fight will continue

Hoku completes stock sale to Chinese investor (Your ACT 215/221 tax dollars at work)

Maui News Polls State TAT grab (blames Calvin Say's Legislative proposal on Lingle)

Isle lawmakers mull TAT plan

Kenoi defends hiring; claims 77 positions removed (and wants to keep TAT so he can hire more)

Hawaii County tries third approach to provide homes for low-income residents (after losing $40M on failed project)

Extend council terms? Voters will decide, again

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Wednesday, December 23, 2009
December 23, 2009 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 879 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics

Defense bill benefits Inouye, Akaka, Abercrombie contributors

Hawaii teachers' furlough deal unlikely by Lingle deadline

(Yawn) Democrat Lawmakers blast DBEDT, director on behalf of HGEA (Wash, rinse, repeat)

Honolulu councilman's memo proposes (to fight TAT takeaway by highlighting) cuts to city services

Loss would be tremendous blow, says Maui Co. budget director

(HTH) Lingle: Use hotel tax for budget

Costly Micronesian benefits may be covered

Professors union says ready to fight UH on contract

More Than a Decade After Condemnation, Hawaii Department of Transportation Still Owns Homes on Ancient Hawaiian Fish Pond

Bob Jones: No Special Election Need to Replace Abercrombie in Hawaii's First Congressional District

Hawaii County Housing Agency: We're not trying to hide anything

Obama says Hawaiian vacation will wait until after Senate passes health care bill

Brace yourself, America, this is going to sting a bit  (Advertiser finally explains details of Obamacare)

Obama keeps bond with Hawaii strong

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Tuesday, December 22, 2009
December 22, 2009 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 736 Views :: Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics, World News, World Politics

Lingle submits plan to close $1.23B Budget shortfall

'Last, best' union offer at UH calls for 6.7% cut

Arakaki: Emotion not good basis to support assisted suicide

Hifo, Hirai to step down

Count us in for census power and money

Planning begins for Hawaii undersea cable system

Official says ban won't hurt 'ahi stock

CoFA Medical Care:  Public's view sought

Oahu Mayor Breaks Ground on H-Power Expansion Project

Oahu's 'opala piling up on dock

HTA approves strategic plan 'to put more heads on beds'

Plan calls for zero growth at Turtle Bay resort

Former Del Monte Hawaii workers begin buying Poamoho Camp homes

City must refocus on enforcing rental law 

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Monday, December 21, 2009
December 21, 2009 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1078 Views :: Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics

One down, two to go: Obamacare passes first cloture vote 60-40

Akaka Bill: More than 73% of Hawaiians not "Qualified" for membership in Akaka Tribe

No special election? Disgrace, hypocrisy in local politics (and journalism)

Democrat Advertiser: 'Rift' between Hawaii lawmakers is politically based, not personal (Article dictated by John Buckstead)

Budget cuts blamed for rats in Chinatown: State operating in 'crisis management' mode, official says

Omidyar giving can help with recovery continuing Abercrombie takeover of Inouye's Democratic Party

University of Hawaii stimulus grants' benefits questioned

Kalapa: Wake-Up Call Needed

Kauai Residents grapple with affordable housing ‘realities’

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Sunday, December 20, 2009
December 20, 2009 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1109 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics

DoE/HSTA hacks threaten to lay off 2,500 and chop after-school programs if furloughs are eliminated

SB: Akaka Bill needs airing (demands public hearings)

Thousands of island residents will collect important census info

Interisland shipping monopoly

Hawaii County Council violated Sunshine statute (consequences zero)

Book by Obama's late mom released

5-girl robotics team shines

KGI: Coco Palms a monstrosity

Police promotion rigging Lawsuit was the costliest in Hawaii County history

Maui News poll 51% reject Tavares reelection

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Saturday, December 19, 2009
December 19, 2009 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 848 Views :: Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Governor reaffirms opposition to new version Akaka Bill

Burris: Akaka Bill mystery

ADV Watson decides to become OHA flack for Akaka Bill

Hawaii Public Student Enrollment Projected to Plummet

Case again considers run for Senate--claims Dems forgive him calling Akaka a feeble-minded fringe leftist

Shapiro: Inouye's a lock, but his coattails are not (Must Read)

Fear of failure: Hanabusa to block funding for Special Election?

Hawaii jobless dips to 7%, but real growth not likely till '11

Hawaiian Air, pilots agree to 5-year deal

Maui: Petition circulating to save Hawaii’s school bus system

Honolulu Symphony files for bankruptcy, plans to downsize

Unescorted travel request denied for murderous lunatic

Presidential visit disrupting tour chopper service

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Friday, December 18, 2009
December 18, 2009 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1154 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics

SB: Leftist Neal Milner lays down the Template for ignoring Republican candidates

KITV VIDEO: Akaka Bill not moving as smoothly as planned

ADV: Congress, state need unity on Akaka bill

ADV: Trish Kehaulani Watson--The Akaka Bill

Hawaii revenue drop expected to add another $40M to deficit

Companies want school buses to run

Commission defers decision on East Maui streams

Contractor Profit Grows under Hawaii’s 'Green' Initiative While Energy Costs to Consumers Rise

Hawaii -- 46th most efficient state-owned highway system

Proposed Kalaheo landfill site questioned

Koke‘e admission charge plan might be short-lived

No surge in cruise ships

Some neighbors irked by Hilo developments

SB: Killing bill doesn't resolve B&B issue

Construction starts on housing project for Waianae homeless

Harassment: Pine agrees to pay fine over campaign sign photos

Harassment: Palin shortens Maui vacation after fuss over 'McCain' visor

Ahmed Ahmed battles bias with humor

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Thursday, December 17, 2009
December 17, 2009 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 927 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Federal money may fund election

Papers decide to start covering Akaka Bill Hearings:

HSTA continues to sabotage talks Negotiations break down between state and Hawaii teachers union

LHS boarding program on list of potential budget cuts

SB: Reminder for union leaders (we can take you down anytime we decide to investigate)

Paniolo Cable, Sandwich Isle Communications seen as bankruptcy possibilities

Pasha interisle shipping bid dealt blow on behalf of Young Bros continued monopoly 

ADV: Caregiving network under critical strain

Hawaii bed-and-breakfast bill rejected

Water needs split community (OHA Water grab)

Hawaiians Sovereignty Activists are told telescope moving ahead--time to cash in is NOW

Maui's Mayor Tavares seeks second term

Yagong wants off ad hoc finance committee

Hawaii County affordable housing rules may get radical makeover

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Wednesday, December 16, 2009
December 16, 2009 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1053 Views :: Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics, World News, World Politics

Akaka Bill Hearings under way: Proposed changes came from Akaka's office, CNHA

ADV: Hawaii governor opposes Akaka bill revisions (Abercrombie: Bennett's "concerns are real") 

SB: Lingle fights Akaka Bill changes

Live Webcast: House Natural Resources Committee hearings on the Akaka Bill

Zogby: Majority of Hawaii voters against Akaka Bill

SHOCK: Lingle, Bennett denounce new version Akaka Bill (full text)

Did Inouye Lie? National Review confirms "Akaka Bill Sneak Attack" claim

House Republicans call for Akaka Bill to be removed from Markup

Inouye denies planning "Akaka Bill Sneak Attack"

Djou's chances improve: GOP Says Aloha to Hawaii Special Election

SB: Salvage the special election

Lingle to work with teachers to keep planning days

Hawaii lawmakers want education money released

Downturn hit Kamehameha Schools with $2.2 billion loss

Petition to save Hawaii school bus service from ending

Oahu tax assessments fall 6.7 percent

Hawaii B&B bill appears doomed

Mail-order prescriptions hard on local businesses

US to drill Iranian attack scenario in Pacific

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Tuesday, December 15, 2009
December 15, 2009 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 737 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

HSTA negotiations resume: Number of school planning days varies on Mainland and in Hawaii

LINK>>>Inouye denies planning "Akaka Bill Sneak Attack"

LINK>>>Judicial Nominee lists released: Lingle seeks public input

ADV: Election panel must act swiftly, decisively (Abercrombie resignation used to peddle vote by mail)

Kalapa: Lawmakers should not wait for the other shoe to drop

SB: Legalize aided suicide  (remember -- there are no death panels in Obamacare)

SB: Housing First (says it) gets chronic homeless off the streets

Honolulu drops in economy rankings

United Public Workers union gets $378,000 in restitution

GTMO Greenwell rides again: Big Island councilman wants marijuana legalized

LG candidate (Islam Day co-sponsor) Lyla Berg reaches out

Hawaii Tribune-Herald Cancels Contract with Hawaii Newspaper Guild

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Monday, December 14, 2009
December 14, 2009 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1311 Views :: Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics, World News, World Politics

LINK>>>Sovereignty activists protest Akaka Bill "Sneak Attack" -- Bill could be inserted into "must pass" legislation

10 Most Shocking Revelations About Hawaii's Public Education System

ADV: If the election to replace Neil Abercrombie's congressional seat were held tomorrow, who would get your vote?

Musubigate Scandal ensnares Calvin Say

Great News! Abercrombie resignation to occur within weeks (But won't set date for withdrawal)

Isles to gain $387M in funding

Rod Tam announces candidacy for mayor

Council must clear way for transit agency so Mufi can run for Governor

Attacking Hawaii's second Saint: Secular humanists exploit Yagi case to put issue of doctor "assisted" "suicide" back in spotlight

Water commission calls for sugar firm to restore one stream

KGI: Time to move on (OHA vs Kauai over beach bike path)

Run-down Coco Palms resort in wait-and-see mode

Hawaii starts e-waste recycling on Jan. 1

AP: Climate crisis is for real, says top scientist (Liberal arrogance on display as Climategate scam implodes)

Blagojevich's lawyers seek transcript of FBI interview with Obama

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Sunday, December 13, 2009
December 13, 2009 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 819 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Donations flow in from beneficiaries of earmark funds (Borreca targets Abercrombie on behalf of Mufi, Inouye)

Kiewit offered city 'best value'

Obama Stimulus small-business focus means opportunity for politicians to create new cronies

Hawaii's parks agency to lease out land to raise funds

Water staff: Restore one of 19 streams

Teachers at Hana school work more, get paid less (HSTA propaganda)

Maui County plans hundreds of homes on Lanai

Kenoi asks for 20% budget cut

WHT: Kenoi one year on: Accomplishment and contradiction

Shootings by Honolulu police spike to 7 so far this year

Questioning the future may enhance Isles' prospects

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Saturday, December 12, 2009
December 12, 2009 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1172 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

LINK: Mufi chases Neil Abercrombie out of Congress

LINK: Akaka Bill to be voted by House and Senate Committees

All Mail-in special election mooted

School board keeps 2010 meetings in Honolulu to cut costs

Panel votes to block dialysis from Maui (Malulani redux)

SB: It is possible to scale back in tight times

Police work to clear homeless from park

Many receive shots despite council's anti-vaccine stance

No pay increases for crackpot Hawaii Co. Council, top employees next year

G&R to lease assets for sugar-to-energy

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Friday, December 11, 2009
December 11, 2009 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 863 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Say proposes up to $1B Hawaii tax increases aimed at tourism, technology

Hawaii gains 1,412 jobs from stimulus mostly in government (and loses how many from Obamanomics?)

Liquor board chief put on leave

Hawaii Legislature cancels its traditional opening-day partying (its tough everywhere)

The Land Board will vote today on charging nonresidents at Ka Iwi and at the Pali Lookout

Kaiser’s dialysis proposal faces opposition FROM COMPETITOR

Mauna Kea fight in court  (OHA's $50M shakedown)

Jones Act lawsuit tossed out of court

Hawaii Co. Ethics board backs off strong reform

Ewa Field Marines among first to battle Japanese

Britain, Long a Libel Mecca, Reviews Laws

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Thursday, December 10, 2009
December 10, 2009 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 608 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

State of OHA: Money, power top agenda

SB: Hawaii leaders must lead: End Furlough Fridays now

Shapiro: HSTA can't expect to sacrifice nothing

Honolulu prepares to slash funds for programs

State proposes major revision of election rules (anti-Superferry protesters in driver's seat)

Chinatown rats: Manufactured chaos (Homelessness Industry at work)

Foreclosures on neighbor isles continue to fuel statewide rate

Kenoi looking to freeze county execs' pay (no cuts here)

Hawaii Co. Property taxes could be on the rise

Saddle Road western route up for public review (DU again not found in soil samples)

Power plants make top 10 polluters list

Sashimi Christmas canceled? International quota could halt U.S. bigeye catch this month

Mayor Defends Magic Island Name Change (public rejects cult of personality 92%-8% in online poll)

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Wednesday, December 09, 2009
December 9, 2009 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 797 Views :: Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Legislative leaders want teachers to back the governor's proposal before lawmakers return

ADV: Government must improve fiscal efficiency

Ariyoshi: "We can no longer rely upon the growth of tourism"

First Wind offers plan for second Maui site

Manpower: Only 6% of Honolulu employers to hire in Q1  (and this is the good news)

Study says rail will increase pollution

New chief says officers might have to fill in for furloughed employees

Hawaii nonprofits reeling from cuts as they slash staff, services

UH Students protest budget cuts

Draft report for water strategies in Central Maui to be discussed (OHA water grab)

Renaming Hawaii beach park for Obama not a slam dunk idea  (Cult of personality rejected by public)

4 routes identified for undersea cable

Affordable-rental $2886/mo project gets a lift

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Tuesday, December 08, 2009
December 8, 2009 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 892 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Lingle renews push to revamp schools

Hawaii's teacher furlough crisis can be (political) opportunity, federal official says (Still campaigning with the hippie from Buffalo)

ADV: Dysfunctional labor talks will harm public

Lingle: Charting our course in the final stretch

Shapiro: Let the competence Lingle-bashing begin

Koller: Changes would keep child care subsidies

SB: Don't blame escape on budget

Kalapa: Still Waiting for a Better Response to Hawaii's State Worker Furlough Fridays

Plan for Mauna Kea summit draws little interest (forget the details, just send us the $50M)

Kauai County Ethics Board searching for clarity

Burris: New B&B law rewards the unlicensed

Birth information request clarified (wanted to leave race blank)

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Monday, December 07, 2009
December 7, 2009 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 901 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics, World News, World Politics

Captured Fallujah Terror leader:  Accused SEALs arraigned, vow to defend charges

SB's choice for Pearl Harbor Day:  Exhibit shows the harsh life of Honouliuli internment camp

Hotel take down more than falling occupancy

SB: Enforcement key to B&B bill

Hawaii County eyes worker furloughs

But...Now hiring - Kenoi admin keeps on keepin' on

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Monday, December 07, 2009
December, 2009 Letters to the Editor
By Letters to the Editor :: 681 Views :: Oahu News, Oahu Politics

Climategate not in media 

Nonprofit Director:  "I am part of the 'Homeless Industry'"

Read the Fine Print

Anderson’s Bill Aimed to Reward Illegal Operators

Honolulu B&B Hotel Bill 7 is Shady Legislation!

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Sunday, December 06, 2009
December 6, 2009 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 848 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

John Waihee's looted graveyards to be auctioned

Old Hawaii airport contracts tie up more than $6 million in funds (funds the Leg wishes it could raid, part 1)

Budget Cuts blamed for ... (insert here)

HSTA president counters Lingle

ADV: Lingle must keep rail review well focused

Maui Planning process hits the . . . home stretch

Hawaii Co. Drywell contract will cost less thanks to removal of crony-protecting bid specs

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Saturday, December 05, 2009
December 5, 2009 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 865 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, World News

SB: HSTA is accused of blocking deal by Seitz

ADV: Teachers' Union staking out hard-line position over planning days

Hawaii hosts VEX Robotics Pan-Pacific Championship

Memminger: Did scientists trade science for faith when global warming became a religion?

Shapiro: Abercrombie called on pork spending

Mehau associate Brian Schatz stepping down as Democratic Party chief to run for LG

Tam to run in mayoral race

Oceanic vs. Raycom?

Democrat Burris: Elections system in turmoil so put it back in control of next LG

SB flacks for Homelessness industry: "Better 'homeless' policy needed"

Maui Council will weigh in on streams case (OHA vs A&B)

Ocean activity businesses seek right to sell permits

Hamakua plan seems to be stuck in mud

Sergeant saves lives of four soldiers by stopping suicide bomber

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Friday, December 04, 2009
December 4, 2009 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1602 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics

Abercrombie defends $3.5M earmark after being nailed by CBS

ADV: State must balance needs of business, jobless

Rewarding Failure: BOE chairman re-elected by board to top post

Succeeding in spite of BoE/DoE/HSTA: More Schools Modify Schedules to Increase Class Time

BOE gives up on bus request

Hawaii high school football title games will be available on pay TV

Families could pay more for child care

Gun registrations in Hawaii on record pace

Accused child molester on the loose from State Hospital

Bad weather reduces taro production

Kauai Court rules in favor of Lady Ann Cruises

Maui Work force housing policy to change

Hawaii Co. Trash fee is on junk heap, for now

Hawaii Co Councilwoman Ford drops suit against councilors

Public outcry leads to about-face on land commission

Isle beach law must prevail

Obama expected to vacation in Islands Dec. 23-Jan. 2

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Thursday, December 03, 2009
December 3, 2009 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 928 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Oahu News, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics, World News, World Politics

'Gap' in HSTA talks remains

SB: Afghan troop surge is security necessity

National GOP to meet in isles

Delay urged in child care cuts

More home-tax relief stalls

Honolulu Transit authority on track

Waikiki curbside campers must go

Vandals strike at shuttered school in Wailupe Valley

Oahu single-family home, condo sales skyrocket

ADV: Panel, leaders must avert elections crisis

Hawaii parents still can spank

Lingle frees $36.9M for major Inter-Island terminal expansion

Hawaii Co. Council looks to tackle budget deficits

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Wednesday, December 02, 2009
December 2, 2009 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1104 Views :: Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics, World News, World Politics

Hirono, Abercrombie oppose Afghan troops

Hawaii troops accomplished 'great things' in Afghanistan

180 in isle Army Guard to go to Afghanistan

Kauai: OHA Lawsuit seeks environmental review before highway widening (test run for rail suit?)

Obamacare: Overall health care bill trumps anti-abortion amendment, Hirono says

State's election chief to resign

Honolulu homeless moved for cleaning of Kapiolani Park

Moanalua parents say sixth-graders exposed to a talk on rape, abortion, Obama

Unsafe practices prompt FDIC alert to isle bank

Bill could allow 1,275 new B&B homes

Isles' late auto payments soar (Hawaii 5th in US)

Library staffs furloughed, too

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Tuesday, December 01, 2009
December 1, 2009 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1156 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Billy Kenoi's friend Malu Motta sentenced to life without parole for Pali Golf Course killings

Education official: Hawaii should not balance budget on 'backs of children' (Obama flunkey's flunkey campaigns for Abercrombie)

CBS News Nails Abercrombie for giving multi-million dollar earmarks to campaign donors

SB: Don't raise jobless fund tax too fast

Waikiki: First half of 2010 lacks big events; corporations may be shying away from Isles (thanks, Obama/Biden)

Media Council is claiming small victory over Raycom

State bankruptcies decelerate

Honolulu's city auditor to retire

KPD works to recruit officers, bust drug dealers

Kauai: 2 commissioners resign over ethics opinion

Vog triggers ag loans; Second disaster declaration made

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Monday, November 30, 2009
November 30, 2009 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 854 Views :: Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics, World News, World Politics

Catholic and evangelical Protestant leaders hope to use the civil unions issue for political gains

Cayetano: Rail system still faces many hurdles

SB: Global warming treaty would be major success bad joke (Lord Gore threatens us with 'hurricane-force winds")

ADV: Hawaii State budget to suffer major hit from Obamacare

Car thief suspect was guilty in the past

Beach ownership is still in question

Education must be in battle plan

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Sunday, November 29, 2009
November 29, 2009 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 656 Views :: Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

ADV: State must not let furlough talks flounder (We need to shift blame back to the Governor)

SB: Jobless insurance deficit to spark tenfold tax hike

Reviews by state may delay Honolulu's rail transit plans

A Ponzi scheme for Hawaii: How the public can invest in our future

Kalapa: Vanquish the special fund

Homeless family finds language, new culture additional barricade

Kauai County Manager: Let the people decide

Kauai Police chief welcomes ‘constructive criticism’

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Saturday, November 28, 2009
November 28, 2009 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 971 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Hawaii furlough deal still on table, governor's adviser says

KGI: Unemployment tax hike undesirable but inevitable (Government stifling business)

Permit issues delay long-awaited dredging project at Kauai harbor (Government stifling business)

Housing worker suspended

Shapiro: Sorry, wisdom's gone on furlough

ADV: Visitor data signals value of promoting Isles (Government stifling business)

Kamehameha increases grants: Public charter schools received $7.2 million to help Hawaiian students

Fewer kids found with guns in school (actually only 2)

Your rubbish will cost cash (Government stifling business)

Mauna Kea CMP subplans released

Bill would regulate aquarium fish harvest (Government stifling business)

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Friday, November 27, 2009
November 27, 2009 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 723 Views :: Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics

UHERO analysis calls Act 221 a 'mistake'

Honolulu appeals state decision to close city landfill in 3 years

Honolulu official accused of faking low-rent eligibility

Teachers without time to plan would be baby sitters

Exhibit to focus on portraits of gay families

Christian church, Native Americans reconcile begin reparations process in NY

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Thursday, November 26, 2009
November 26, 2009 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 766 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Hawaii teachers' union details concerns about furlough plan (suddenly unions don't want to change furloughs)

Jobless rate tops 9% on Neighbor Islands

Life of the Land: Proposed oil tax a barrel of trouble for Hawaii

Lawsuit Tackles Tax Break For Hawaiian Homelands  (OHA thrilled)

Ranch donates 12,000 acres for easement to Maui land trust

New Honolulu police chief popular with rank and file

Pictures of alleged drunken drivers posted on Web site

Rail: Harbor plan would expand waterfront

Settlement reached in Sunetric case

Hawaii County renews "Golden Bulldozer" contract

LINK>>>Jihadi murderer of Big Island man captured in Iraq: Navy Seals face prosecution

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Wednesday, November 25, 2009
November 25, 2009 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 873 Views :: Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Hawaii teachers union hesitant on plan to reduce furlough days  (exactly as predicted)

Legislators cancel party plans  (its tough everywhere)

Shakeys' Stimulus: $675,000 for a non-existent Honolulu pizza parlor?

State on track to have 6.5 million tourists this year

Matson to hike shipping rates 3.8%

Mayor weighed SHPD letter in path decision (OHA: Evolving Sacredness)

LINK: Saddam Hussein's 1982 Honolulu Attacker flushed from Iraq: FBI announces $5M reward

LINK: Gay Civil Unions coming back in 2010 session, protest planned

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Tuesday, November 24, 2009
November 24, 2009 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1081 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, World News, World Politics

LINK>>>Lingle defends Chinese trade initiatives against criticism

Mufi demands rail go the way of the Superferry

Hawaii Corrections Officers File Complaint Against United Public Workers Union

Keep lid on crime, fears

Parents against cut in child-care funds

Public workers now have until Dec. 7 to select medical insurance plan

Mayor seeks fine for bulky trash left out early

Mayor bucks OHA recommendation

Obamacare Advertiser: Doctors still hold reins in women's health

Alleged scientist spy fit to stand trial

The worst-case curve  (CO2 increases while Earth cools!)

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Monday, November 23, 2009
November 23, 2009 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1288 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, World News, World Politics

Day TWO of ZERO coverage on Furlough negotiations: $50M ransom offered, but unions balk at releasing hostages

Hawaii counties see budget crunch ahead (adventures of the three mini-Mufis)

UCOMP: Hawaii May Back Off Big Business Tax Hike

Honolulu officials faulted for rejecting ground-level trains (KS wants train out of Kakaako KS re-development area)

Publicly Financed Elections Bolster Big Government

Lawmakers to examine use of federal stimulus money

Troubled bridges over island waters

Swine flu vaccine gets hogged

Hawaii Department of Education - Cutting Necessary Services Before Cutting the Fat

Lawyers' magazine rates UH law school 166th of 180

Tread carefully with Web site of DUI shame

Environmental Council needs better support

OHA appoints 4 new directors

Hawaii man sought for two killings in Philippines (victims both tied to Arroyo)

Kekaha’s Aipoalani says now is time to restore (Kauaian) kingdom

Kauai: Expert panel downplays need for county manager

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Sunday, November 22, 2009
November 22, 2009 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1287 Views :: Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics, World News, World Politics

KGI: Unions Back to the table

Hawaii lands coveted APEC meeting with concerted effort

Shapiro: Par for the Course

75% of city workers on flu shot list

Isles, nation demand focus on joblessness

Even though the state's crime rate is at a record low, the public has the perception that it's worse than usual

All's very well with Hawaii's healthy rank 

SB Oi: DUI 'shame' Web site probably won't work

Maui County moves to settle on landfills

Maui News: Out of touch with reality

Hawaii platoon leader died for his comrades at the battle of Wanat

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Saturday, November 21, 2009
November 21, 2009 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1391 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics

Hostage Drama Continues: Hawaii Legislature accepts $50M ransom offer, HSTA, HGEA, UPW balk

Increase in public school bus fares OK'd

Akaka Bill: Hawaiian Homelands to become federal property?

Officer faces felony drug charge in Vegas

Hawaii may cut back preschool tuition subsidies to families

Mauna Kea CMP takes step ahead

Kauai residents rip county plan for new landfill in Kalaheo

Special Session: Nacino elevated to Circuit Court judge

Hawaii jobless rate stays at 7.2 percent

Hawaii House cutting staff salaries by piddling 5%, Senate refuses to make cuts

Maui: Small store creates big controversy

LINK: Mufi's secret rail push-poll released

LINK: Obamacare: A Senate Bill nobody believes goes to vote Saturday

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Friday, November 20, 2009
November 20, 2009 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1031 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

ADV: Lingle's rainy day plan earns Senate Democrats' support

SB: Senate ready for special session 

SB: Inouye urges competition in campaign for governor (backs Mufi)

ADV: Inouye says he's staying neutral (backs Mufi)

Plan calls for nonprofit HMC

ADV: Police chief to tackle tough job list at HPD

Money to ease Hawaii school furloughs may shortchange needy HGEA

Attorneys trying to hurry furlough case for disabled

Kona campus project moves forward

Abercrombie's ILLEGAL questions in TV merger rejected

Burgess Petitions Ninth Circuit for Panel or En Banc Review

Hawaii County Planning director: Say no to concurrency (rezoning moratorium)

Maui: Work force housing bill compromise considered (development moratorium)

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Thursday, November 19, 2009
November 19, 2009 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1191 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Sen Roz Baker vs TEA Party

EBay founder plans Island news propaganda service

SEC says Mantria ran massive fraud (ACT 215/221)

Pasha bid comes under fire (Superferry Redux?)

Louis Kealoha named HPD chief (Fix NOT in???)

Mentally ill losing key service  (HGEA -- "what about us???")

Honolulu police plan to post photos of those charged with DUI

Vote postponed on cutting Kona meetings

Hawaii County moves forward on land sale

County still roadblocked in progress on Hokulia bypass

Kaua‘i Coffee objects to landfill site

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Wednesday, November 18, 2009
November 18, 2009 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1087 Views :: Kauai News, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics, World News, World Politics

LINK: Inouye, Akaka votes: A ticket to USA for Guantanamo detainee who attempted attack on Honolulu

Isles predicted to lose more jobs next year

Four Hawaii Phantom Districts Receive $45,639,408 in Stimulus Funds for 3.4 Jobs

BoE to again consider hiking School bus fares

Now state's HGEA's real survival planning for tax increase begins

Democrat Borreca: Lingle shows leadership by reversing direction

Democrat Borreca: Senator guided furlough accord

"The Fix is In": New Honolulu police chief expected to be chosen today

City signs $483M rail contract (Locks up GET funds? before coming EIS train wreck)

Mayor signs pact with 12 unions on rail project

EUTF to discuss health plan delay

State earns a D grade with rise in pre-term births

Chinese join Mauna Kea telescope project

Hilo Teacher to serve prison term

Hawaii County would like to get rid of state land use board

Kenoi wants state parks for county, cites tourism's role

Maui County officials: Where’s the stimulus?

Murder victim linked to Mafia

 

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Tuesday, November 17, 2009
Letters to the Editor November, 2009
By Letters to the Editor :: 1343 Views :: Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics

Bureaucrats' Strategy: Furloughs and the "Washington Monument Principle"

Trying to Sell a Concrete Paradise

Honolulu Police Commission’s Process Severely Flawed

Obama has proven he knows how to spend our tax money

Stop the Madness

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Tuesday, November 17, 2009
November 17, 2009 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 826 Views :: Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

(Pushback against furlough settlement)  Hamamoto: Plan May Not Restore All Furlough Days

Teacher furlough fix may require change in law

SB: 'Rain' fund raid right choice (but more pushback)

"Blatantly political" Abercrombie campaign admits lobbying Ed Sec'y Duncan

Hawaii's tourism slump has industry looking to China

Rail tax revenue down 30%

Police Commission Chair a no-show at City Council meeting

Final Brief In Maui Councilmember Residency Appeal: What Is "Immediate Forfeiture And Vacancy?"

U.S. senators question TV mergers here, nationwide

Clock is ticking on Hawaiian pilot deal

HMSA reports $23M loss thanks to swine flu hype

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Monday, November 16, 2009
November 16, 2009 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 776 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, World News, World Politics

Shapiro: Lingle offers new hope for schools

Lingle: Hawaii-China business can "bring back a lot of jobs"

ADV: New homeless numbers a reminder of growing need

Lawyer is only one so far seeking GOP nod for lieutenant governor

Kealakekua: Drawing up a master plan (after 12 years)

Councilor says Kona meetings too costly

Harbor plan would hurt boaters

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Sunday, November 15, 2009
November 15, 2009 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 445 Views :: Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Public housing still needs a state advocate

Health care reform won't have much effect on Hawaii coverage (well...except for part-timers, and small business)

SB sees a threat: Protect Hawaii health care (Hirono vs Inouye)

‘Conformance’ impossible for some under current law

ADV: 92% in Hawaii give to charity even in toughest of times

Obama boosts dashes hopes for free trade

$100M budget shortfall: Hawaii County departments asked to see which positions can be cut

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Saturday, November 14, 2009
November 14, 2009 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 940 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

SSgt Patrick Zeigler, Radford HS Grad shot at Ft Hood, needs your support

Court rejects UPW suit to stop state layoffs

Manufactured Chaos: Union bosses, Advertiser, Legislators step up to help HMSA fleece members

Kamehameha teacher, accused of sexual misconduct in 1992, resigns because of allegation 'distractions'

Lingle won't use $35M stimulus to ease Hawaii school furloughs

University of Hawaii coach's $1.1M salary raising grumbles

"The fix is in": Who's the top cop?

Hawaiian Telcom's $460M reorganization gets OK (Al Hee won't be listening in on the party line)

Hawaii County sues over water tank

LINK: Hawaii's 2010 election schedule violates new federal law

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Friday, November 13, 2009
November 13, 2009 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 765 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, World News

U.S. Education Secretary says Hawaii hurt chances for fed money with 'mind-boggling' furloughs

Furloughs: No alternatives? Really now (3 simple changes to close DoE budget gap)

650 state workers to lose jobs to help Hawaii close budget deficit

Isles' homeless numbers rise

SB: Don't rush change in medical coverage

Supporting Agriculture?  Mufi helps foreign competitors to Hawaii Mac Nuts

Public hearing today on "fixed" selection of new Honolulu police chief

HD 46, North Shore Oahu: Gil Riviere Will Run for Hawaii State House of Representatives in 2010

Man shot by police has history of getting off easy after attempting to escape arrest

Hawi's iconoclast Channon inspiration for 'Men who stare at Goats' character

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Thursday, November 12, 2009
November 12, 2009 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 712 Views :: Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics

Hawaii state layoffs begin tomorrow but details still unclear

Democrat Borreca: Silence greets Aiona's call for meeting on furloughs

Study: Hawaii in worse fiscal shape than many states

Foreclosure filings top 900 once again

Rate of Islanders seeking job opportunities surges

ADV: City must approach tax relief with caution (must not shield too many homeowners)

DOE 'making progress' on proposed Kíhei high school

Hawaii senator's new benefits for veterans blocked by Republican

9th Circuit Court upholds dismissal of lawsuit, sanction against lawyer

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Wednesday, November 11, 2009
November 11, 2009 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 886 Views :: Kauai News, Maui News, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News

Ft Hood Jihadi shot Hawaii soldier 4 times: Radford grad survives Texas tragedy

DoE, legislators', Abercrombie's $35M raid -- Charter school funds

SB: School closures capture attention from across globe (tax increase strategy explained)

SB: Schools must work to tap federal funds (backs raid on charter schools?)

Aiona calls for meeting on Furlough Fridays

District Court Rules Against Hawaii Public School Parents Challenging Teacher Furloughs

Search for Honolulu PD chief draws scrutiny  "The Fix is in"

State pension fund grows $945M

Creditors oppose HawTel confirmation as hearing begins

Final sugar ship sails into sunset

Maui: Occupancy rate low, even for slow month

NRA endorses Kealoha for Honolulu Chief

GENIUS AT WORK: State considers getting out of handling Hawaii public housing

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Tuesday, November 10, 2009
November 10, 2009 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1023 Views :: Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

State tax revenue declines by 10.9%

SB: Leave Tax Policy Alone  (This is an argument for a tax increase)

Not Felix Redux: Judge denies injunctions seeking halt to 'furlough Fridays' in schools

University of Hawaii in crisis over deficit (Kill "American Studies"--PLEASE)

Landlord retaliating, say elderly tenants

Gentry loses rights to Hawaii home project (no protests here)

Latest blast of HSTA/DoE propaganda: Senators urging governor to use $35M in stimulus money to cover furloughs

Backlog at state agency could disrupt health coverage for public workers  (HMSA in panic mode)

$68.5M test site sought for Kauai

2012 Doomsday denied

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Monday, November 09, 2009
November 9, 2009 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 982 Views :: Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics

Obamacare will cost Hawaii part-timers their jobs

Hawaii furlough lawsuits could spur sweeping change

Furlough Conflict?

Education controversy and the race for governor

"If these furlough days work we should make them permanent"

SB: As pine goes under, prep fields well on new crops (ANTI-GMO Shakedown, being Prepped)

Global warmers not convened

Isle hotels see more rooms filled

Advertiser vs Star-Bulletin: How to build Hawaii's homelessness industry?

SB Catches up with Inouye Earmark Scandal (One MONTH after Hawai`i Free Press ran story)

 

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Sunday, November 08, 2009
November 8, 2009 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1329 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics, World News, World Politics

Obamacare passes House 220-215 after abortion funding removed

Hilo: Protesters rejected as thousands turn out to support troops at Veterans Day Parade

Heroes of Ft Hood -- and Obama's frightening insensitivity following shooting

Earlier primary voting considered

HGEA Calls for tax hike piling on reluctant lawmakers

Hawaii state tax squad zeroes in on cash-only businesses

State welfare payouts drop as numbers of needy grow

Failures tarnish Hawaii program to rehabilitate offenders

$25M agreement settles lawsuits over Kauai dam tragedy

Reduced land fund could be part of Hawaii County charter

WHT: Saluting American Valor--Honolulu's Amerine led highly decorated unit in Afghanistan

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Saturday, November 07, 2009
November 7, 2009 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 944 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics

"The fix is in" for Honolulu Police Chief

2 quit Honolulu police chief selection panel when commission expands list of finalists to 6

Negotiations over teacher furloughs prove pointless

Senate to grill DOE on stimulus

Maui Legislators: Need plan to end crisis, furloughs

ADV wins prize for funniest Obama propaganda: "10.2% jobless rate signals slow rally"

Program for 'clean campaign' confuses

Shakedown: Hawaiians aim to halt land sale

9-11 Trooothers in Hilo: Controversy erupts as veterans parade nears

Honolulu Symphony broke, ends season

Obama holiday visit still a rumor

SB: Danger signs emerged before Army rampage (no Jihadi to see here, just move along)

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Friday, November 06, 2009
November 6, 2009 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 542 Views :: Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

LINK: Alleged Ft Hood shooter allegedly praised suicide bombers, other Muslim shooters

100 schools get OK to boost class time

Lawmakers still cool to session on schools

Public grills lawmakers

SB: Diverse finalists vie to be top cop (political correctness gone mad)

Economists see 2011 recovery

Health insurance companies signal rate hikes in January

Home sales on Big Island and Kauai rose in October

Restore housing office, group urges

DLNR explains fee hikes; proposed payers upset

Hawaii Co. Council delays action on contested bills

White powder delays UH Warriors football practice, investigated by FBI

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Thursday, November 05, 2009
November 5, 2009 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1156 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics

Judge finds state breached home lands obligations to Hawaiians (30 years of Democrat mismanagement)

HGEA vs HSTA: Hospitals hurting

No New Ideas from Senate Democrats: Proposals raid funds for more school

Kanu Hawaii rallies to demand tax increase

SB: Tackle schools' unique hurdles

Third furlough lawsuit claims rights violation

More suspensions, arrests expected in Keaau High campus fights (just another day in the DoE)

Schools' shortcomings extend far beyond budget

Hearing to be held in American Samoa on pre-tsunami preparedness

Hawaii GOP calls East Coast elections a harbinger

State Land Department's Proposal for Hawaii's Small Boat Harbors Would Send Anchoring Fees Skyrocketing

Hawaii Supreme Court to hear Turtle Bay EIS case

Former Hawaii Air Ambulance nurse alleges harassment

 

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Wednesday, November 04, 2009
November 4, 2009 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1021 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

5 city workers indicted on bribery, theft

Hawaii's poor, disabled facing 33% cut in benefit

UH planning to rent office space in town

Groups want special session to cancel Furlough Fridays

Chased out of Hawaii by Eco-Shakedown: Kona-based company to raise kampachi off Mexico

Oahu home sales reach 19-month high in October

Waikiki hotel could face closure

Pineapple all pau on Valley isle

Parker Ranch sells real estate business

'The silent majority' voices concern: Public hearing draws opposition to land transparency bill

Land is worth less than thought: Proposed Hamakua sale could still leave $1.9 million deficit for county

Kauai: County Charter amendments move forward

Oil uncertainty pushes KIUC to find alternatives

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Tuesday, November 03, 2009
November 3, 2009 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1015 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics

ADV: Leaders must set priorities in budget plan (HGEA vs HSTA)

95 Hawaii schools ask for more class days: Board expected to OK requests for more instruction time

HR: Hawaii Public High School Experience - An Inside Look from a Hawaii Teen

17 students arrested after series of fights at Keaau High

Hawaii Senate Committee Hearing: Teachers' Union Agreement on Furloughs Questioned

Lawmakers advocate renegotiating teacher contract to restore cut days

More Fantasy Money: Federal funds considered to help fill in furlough gaps

SB's Obamacare FEAR: Isle residents need more details about health reform

Honolulu rail project raises company's profile

Kalapa: Vital for Hawaii Taxpayers to Support Spending Reductions

Maui Land & Pine to quit pineapple operations, lay off 285

Honolulu Symphony could file for Chapter 11 this week

Rate of BK filings slowed in October (up 39% from last October)

Inouye's bank: Central Pacific continues spiral down down down

NYT: Al Gore rakes in millions from global warming scam

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Monday, November 02, 2009
November 2, 2009 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1164 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

ADV: Hawaii stimulus funds use draws fire (Abercrombie for Gov campaign commercial)

AP: Earmarks by and campaign contributions to Inouye

Jones Act unfairly hurts Isle business, suit alleges

Two companies hope to set up wind farms that could generate 55 megawatts of power

Attorney: County not liable for windmill bird strikes

'Huge cuts' for police in next year's budget

Hilo man with 35-year DUI record faces sentencing

Survey: Maui farming in favor

SB: Encouraging tourism from China well-timed

(OHA) Group pushing Hawaiians for census

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Sunday, November 01, 2009
November 1, 2009 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1293 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics, World News, World Politics

Abercrombie vs Reality: Possible candidates put forth furlough options

Hawaii's class time thin even before cuts

Overtime expenses at 24-hour facilities one facility could exceed savings, critics say

More Chaos: UPW members' suit claims layoffs violate rights

SB: Make Kaloko dam settlement public

Court upholds decision on substitute teachers' pay--DoE owes subs $40M

SB Oi: Isle task force unlikely to 'reinvent government'

State wants tourists to pay fees at 8 parks

$36M in federal money means little more than two dozen Big isle jobs so far

Maui streets paved in gold: $10M for an intersection

Lanai council member’s registration to vote OK’d

A one-man protest

Samoa Democrats' Disaster warning funds 'spent on TVs'

Where Do State and Local Governments Concentrate Their Spending?

Poll: US belief in global warming is cooling

6 Guantanamo detainees resettle in Palau

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Saturday, October 31, 2009
October 31, 2009 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 720 Views :: Maui News, Maui Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Judge Ezra to handle settlement talks on furloughs, removes self from cases

BOE chair addressing legislators' concerns on Hawaii furloughs, budget

NYT: Hawaii’s Children, Left Behind

Check out Frank DeLima's parody 'Furlough Friday' tune

Parents, keiki protest on second 'Furlough Friday'

High court affirms Bennett for dam trial

ADV: Council's revised B&B bill shows promise

Maui County faces $45M budget deficit

Mayors seeking restoration of state’s agricultural inspectors

National health reform bills would exempt Hawaii

SB Headline: "1,545 jobs made or saved under stimulus"

 

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Friday, October 30, 2009
October 30, 2009 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 868 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Inouye's Bank: Central Pacific woes mount, missed TARP loan payment

Lingle says teachers could take pay cuts instead of furloughs

Furlough case to be heard sooner

States set testing bar too low, U.S. official says

Train wreck ahead: Mayor willing to delay groundbreaking of Honolulu rail-transit project

Delusion: Hawaii creates nearly 1,200 jobs with federal stimulus funds

SB: City should avoid radical tax breaks

Bias on display:  Good news for Djou sends columnists into apoplectic fits

Honolulu police chief list down to 13

Pflueger Ka Loko $ettles out of court, terms sealed

Hawaii County workers agree to furloughs

"Strategy" session: Kaua‘i hosts state’s mayors

ADV: Hawaii must unite in pandemic flu efforts

HUD takes action against Honolulu reverse mortgage lender

 

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Thursday, October 29, 2009
October 29, 2009 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 848 Views :: Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics

Lingle will promote state on tour in China

DOE foresees 'thousands' of layoffs if furloughs are blocked; lawyer dismisses claim as 'hysteria'

Hanabusa panel on using teacher furloughs to increase taxes will meet Friday

Governor to wait before raiding hurricane fund

Sakamoto: Furlough opponents must consider all tax increases budget options

Suspected child predator taught computer classes at schools

Schools seek $32 million for transportation costs

Osorio dismissed: Hawaii Supreme Court Rules in State's Favor in Ceded Lands Case (OHA, Osorio could still act to block State from building affordable housing)

Critics say new Hawaii property tax category will be costly for all

SB: Keep light shining on rail

Mayor plans 'State of the Rail' speech; city paying $10,000 to broadcast on TV

Honolulu foreclosures rising

City bill would limit new B & B's

Dreaming: Car sales in isles forecast to rise 13% (well sort of)

Maui: Panel grants permit for hotel expansion

"Pedophile rights" Obama signs defense bill; Hawaii projects to benefit

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Wednesday, October 28, 2009
October 28, 2009 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 1103 Views :: Big Island News, Big Island Politics, Maui News, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics, National News, National Politics

ADV: Schools chief should sit at governor's table  (Advertiser joins Sakamoto to torpedo constitutional amendment)

Hawaii Senate (Hanabusa) forms committee to look into raising taxes restoring lost classroom time

eBay founder, wife pledge $50 million to Hawaii charities over six years

Hawaii visitor arrivals up 7.2 percent for September, but spending down 3%

Honolulu homeowner tax break approved

Anthony Kahoohanohano, killed in the Korean War, will be awarded the Medal of Honor

Big Island "pacifist" sentenced for murder -- 2 years

Hawaii Republicans jump into NY-23 Congressional race

Pitching in, cleaning up

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Tuesday, October 27, 2009
October 27, 2009 News Read
By Andrew Walden :: 903 Views :: Kauai News, Kauai Politics, Maui News, Maui Politics, Oahu News, Oahu Politics, Hawaii State News, Hawaii State Politics

Honolulu rail faces key vote (countdown to lawsuit)

Furlough decree skipped process of public hearings, lawyer argues

Hawaii's short school year is within rules

ADV: Homeowner tax class provides a vital tool

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