Taylor Swift’s new romance, debt-erasing gifts and the eclipse are among most joyous moments of 2023
KANSAS CITY, Mo. — A romance that united sports and music fans, a celestial wonder that drew millions of eyes skyward and a spiritual homecoming for some Native American tribes were just some of the moments that inspired us and brought joy in 2023.
Aloha, 2023! A look back at the year that was
For many, 2023 will be remembered as the first full-fledged post-COVID-19 year since 2019.
After year of sluggish home sales, many optimistic 2024 will be better
Big Island real estate agents are optimistic about the market in 2024 as the Federal Reserve promises interest rate reductions next year.
‘Season of Light’: Emotional and comforting
Over a hundred candle lights danced around as people closed their eyes and remembered their loved ones. Families shared both tears and smiles as they held their candles close to their hearts. When Mark Yamanaka’s voice and acoustic guitar filled up the space with a heart-moving singing of “Oh Holy Night,” every individual in the room was reminded that this season, no matter how difficult, can be filled with light.
Obituaries for December 31
Addison Moore Bowman, aka “Professor Bowman” or “Coach Addie,” 88, of Paauilo, died Dec. 15 at home. Born in Mechanicsburg, Pa., he a lawyer, professor of law emeritus at the University of Hawaii William S. Richardson School of Law, professor of law at Georgetown University Law Center and University of Hiroshima Faculty of Law, member of the Public Defender Service in Washington D.C., author of Hawaii Rules of Evidence Manual and a gunnery officer and navigator in the U.S. Navy. Visitation 11 a.m.-noon Saturday, Jan. 20, at Honokaa Hongwanji Mission. Memorial service at noon. Another memorial at a later date at the William S. Richardson School of Law at the University of Hawaii of Manoa in Honolulu. Online condolences: homelanimemorialpark.com. Survived wife, Jo Kim; children, Michael (Glen Ellerbrock) Bowman, Max (Marielle Hampton) Bowman, Eli (Nicole) Bowman and Noa Bowman; three grandchildren. Arrangements by Homelani Memorial Park.
Your Views for December 31
Where is the justice after dog attack?
Humans over machines: The New York Times seeks to protect journalism in suing OpenAI and Microsoft
The New York Times is not content to let OpenAI and Microsoft get rich using the newspaper’s web content for artificial intelligence like ChatGPT without paying and sued this week in Manhattan federal court.
BIIF basketball photos: Konawaena downs Christian Liberty
The Konawaena Wildcats defeated the Christian Liberty Canefire 62-7 during a game in Keaau on Friday night.
No. 6 Georgia routs No. 4 Florida State 63-3 in Orange Bowl matchup of teams missing out on CFP
MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. — Kirby Smart didn’t need to do much to convince his Georgia Bulldogs of the importance of the Orange Bowl.
NBA roundup: Pistons end NBA record-tying losing streak at 28 games, beating Raptors 129-127
DETROIT (AP) — The Detroit Pistons ended their NBA record-tying losing streak at 28 games with a 129-127 victory over the short-handed Toronto Raptors on Saturday night as Cade Cunningham had 30 points and 12 assists.
Cowboys deny Lions on 2-point try for 20-19 win to extend home win streak to 16
ARLINGTON, Texas — CeeDee Lamb could only watch from the sideline in the final seconds of the best game of his career, hoping it would be enough for a 16th consecutive home victory for the Dallas Cowboys.
Maine state official who removed Trump from ballot was targeted in swatting call at her home
A fake emergency call to police resulted in officers responding Friday night to the home of Maine Secretary of State Shenna Bellows just a day after she removed former President Donald Trump from the state’s presidential primary ballot under the Constitution’s insurrection clause.
Edwards runs, throws for a TD as Maryland routs Auburn 31-13 at Music City Bowl
NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Michael Locksley has been at Maryland long enough to know that his Terrapins have to earn everything. The transfer portal along with name, image and likeness deals have only made the challenge tougher.
Penn State defense overwhelmed by Ole Miss tempo and ‘too many moving parts’ in Peach Bowl loss
ATLANTA — The much-anticipated showdown between Mississippi’s up-tempo offense and Penn State’s proud defense lived up to the hype — but only for one half.
Washington’s DeBoer, Texas’ Sarkisian built playoff teams with holdovers from previous coaches
NEW ORLEANS — Remaking a roster has never been easier in college football for a coach taking over a new team.
Cartoon for December 31
The Big Island as seen by Hawaii Tribune-Herald cartoonist Gary Hoff.
Netanyahu says Gaza war on Hamas will go on for ‘many more months,’ thanks US for new weapons sales
DEIR AL-BALAH, Gaza Strip — Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Saturday that Israel’s war on Hamas in Gaza will continue for “many more months,” pushing back against persistent international cease-fire calls after mounting civilian deaths, hunger and mass displacement in the besieged enclave.
Shelling kills 21 in Russian city of Belgorod following Moscow’s aerial attacks across Ukraine
Shelling in the center of the Russian border city of Belgorod Saturday killed 21 people, including three children, local officials reported.
US seizes more illegal e-cigarettes, but thousands of new ones are launching
WASHINGTON — Federal officials are seizing more shipments of unauthorized electronic cigarettes at U.S. ports, but thousands of new flavored products continue pouring into the country from China, according to government and industry data reviewed by The Associated Press.
Volcano Watch: New Year’s Eve 1974: Kilauea’s most recent Southwest Rift Zone eruption
Kilauea is one of the most active volcanoes on Earth, with a majority of its eruptions occurring at its summit or one of its two rift zones, the East Rift Zone and Southwest Rift Zone. The Southwest Rift Zone hasn’t erupted since New Year’s Eve 1974, almost exactly 49 years ago.
Authorities seek missing 27-year-old Ocean View woman
Police are asking for public assistance in locating an Ocean View woman who went missing last week.
Police ask for help in locating woman, child missing since 2022
Police are once again requesting assistance in locating a 39-year-old Kona woman and her 6-year-old daughter who haven’t been seen in more than a year.
Teenager Najiah Knight wants to be the first woman at bull riding’s top level. It’s an uphill dream
LAS VEGAS — Najiah Knight drops her 100-pound frame onto a snorting 1,300-pound bull and adjusts her ropes, warming the sticky rosin. Music blares across the arena, but Najiah can hear only her dad, in the chute with her, and her mom, cheering from the stands. She nods to indicate she’s ready, and a cowboy pulls the door of the chute.
Bowl roundup: Mafah runs for 4 TDs, Clemson rallies to beat Kentucky 38-35 in a wild Gator Bowl
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. (AP) — Clemson finished the Gator Bowl on Friday just like it did the season: with a flourish.
A lifestyle and enduring relationship with horses lends to the popularity of rodeo in Indian Country
FLAGSTAFF, Ariz. — Kicking up a cloud of dust, the men riding bareback were in a rowdy scramble to be the first to lean down from atop their horses and grab hold of the chicken that was buried up to its neck in the ground.
