Inflation cools to 2.9%, shoring up case for a fed rate cut
WASHINGTON — The consumer price index cooled in July compared with a year earlier, providing further evidence that inflation is moderating and leaving the Federal Reserve firmly on track to cut interest rates at its meeting next month.
Study: Water quality will continue to decline
The water quality of Hilo Bay will only get worse as climate change intensifies, according to a new study by University of Hawaii researchers.
NAS pool set to reopen next month
After much-needed renovations, the NAS Swimming Pool in Hilo is finally set to reopen next month.
Drought conditions ‘could be coming’
For the second consecutive month, much of the Big Island had abnormally dry weather.
The process of rebuilding in Lahaina begins
Public feedback sought for solar project
A proposed solar development near Waikoloa will be taking public feedback at a virtual meeting this evening.
Worried about a convention clash, Democrats woo uncommitted delegates
Thousands of demonstrators are expected in the streets and the parks of Chicago for next week’s Democratic National Convention, most of them to protest the U.S. role in the war in the Gaza Strip. But officials are concerned about the potential for a more embarrassing spectacle: prime-time disruptions inside the arena itself.
Everything you need to know ahead of the IVF World Sprints
HILO — After a two-decade hiatus, the world stage of canoe racing has returned to the Aloha State.
Boom! A sweet quest of epic proportions
After seven weeks of hard work, dedication and faith, Nikki Savella is nearing the finish line of her mission — making 30,000 macarons for the upcoming Made in Hawaii Festival.
The hacking of presidential campaigns begins, with the usual fog of motives
For the third presidential election in a row, the foreign hacking of the campaigns has begun in earnest. But this time, it’s the Iranians, not the Russians, making the first significant move.
After cold shoulders for Biden, Senate Democrats wrap their arms around Harris
DETROIT — When President Joe Biden campaigned in Michigan last month, Rep. Elissa Slotkin, the Democrats’ nominee for the state’s open Senate seat, was nowhere to be found. But on Wednesday night, just weeks after that no-show, Slotkin announced her full-throated support for her party’s new presidential ticket at a Detroit rally.
Handling of school bus crisis blasted
A family advocacy group is suggesting that parents affected by the public school bus driver shortage go to the state Board of Education to voice their frustrations and concerns.
Three council incumbents retain seats in W. Hawaii
Of the four Hawaii County Council Primary Election races in West Hawaii, three incumbents won their seats outright Saturday night, while a fourth race will go to a General Election runoff on Nov. 5.
Runoff in mayor’s race: Roth, Alameda to face off in November
CORRECTIONS: The final tallies, which came out after the paper’s deadline were: Mitch Roth, 18,399 votes or 37.99%; Kimo Alameda, 13,419 votes or 27.56%; Breeani Kobayashi, 9,872 votes or 20.27%; and Jr. Tupa‘i, 5,868 votes or 12.05%. The other three candidates Yumi Kawano, Daniel Cunningham and Kavin Kahikina, received 458, 351 and 3.19 votes, respectively, all less than 1%.
Kagiwada, Kimball retain council seats; Onishi appears to avoid runoff
Two Hawaii County Council members from East Hawaii appeared to keep their seats Saturday while a third is headed for a runoff after a close Primary Election.
Inouye, Lee Loy cruise to easy wins
State Sen. Lorraine Inouye once again defeated challenger Laura Acasio in the Democratic Primary Election Saturday night.
Survivors experience first anniversary of tragic Maui wildfires
Habitat for Humanity helped them get homes. An insurance crisis may take them away.
NEW ORLEANS — The house that Kevin Hargrove built with the help of Habitat for Humanity volunteers had everything he wanted for his family: It was in the same New Orleans neighborhood where he’d grown up, with plenty of space for his daughters. A charity had donated furnishings, so as soon as the construction was finished, they stepped inside and it felt like home.
Trump’s tax plan could add to debt burden. Harris’ plan tracks Biden’s.
WASHINGTON — Former President Donald Trump keeps adding new tax cuts to his list of campaign promises, and their projected costs keep piling up.
Trump and Harris to debate on ABC; Trump says he wants two more
DETROIT — U.S. Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump and Democratic opponent Kamala Harris will debate on Sept. 10 on ABC, setting up the first face-to-face match-up between the rivals in what polls show is a close race.
