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HONOLULU (KHON2) — It’s been an all too common occurrence on the west side of Oahu. Residents holding rallies after too much violence, too many gunshots and far too many fatalities. But crime doesn’t have to define the Waianae coastline. Coaching for the crossing: Na Wahine O Ke Kai Just steps away from where the…

Mid Pacific’s new employee: An AI officer

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HONOLULU (KHON2) — Mid Pacific Institute has a new employee – but not a human one. Falling in love with AI: Why some turn to bots for comfort, love, even spirituality Mike is the new virtual engagement officer and is empowered entirely by AI, where his main duties will be to answer questions and share…

Wahine basketball holds first practice of season

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A new chapter began Wednesday for the University of Hawaiʻi women’s basketball team, as the Rainbow Wahine held their first full practice of their final season in the Big West Conference. Led by 14th-year head coach Laura Beeman, Hawaiʻi enters 2025-26 looking to defend back-to-back Big West regular season titles. The Wahine return seven players…

HFD firefighter partially paralyzed after fall while on the job

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HONOLULU (KHON2) — A Honolulu firefighter fractured his vertebrae after falling off the fire truck while on the job last month. HFD leaders say injuries on the job are expected. But serious incidents like this are rare and are hitting the department hard. Each rescue costs $2.7K; this is why HFD doesn’t want to charge…

Six of nine mayoral candidates face off in Wednesday debate

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Six of the nine mayoral candidates faced off in a debate Wednesday evening — and when asked who they would vote for other than themselves, most of them named Jaeger Gustafson, notably not one of the perceived frontrunners in the mayoral race. Read More

DOH launches new online public portal for immunization records

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HONOLULU (KHON2) — Need a copy of your official immunization records? Give this new online portal a shot. Stay informed, stay protected: Hawaii COVID-19 cases on the rise The Hawaiʻi Department of Health Immunization Branch created an online portal that allows the public free, secure access to print and download immunization records. As an individual,…

No prescription needed: Emergency proclamation protects vaccine access

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HONOLULU (KHON2) — The FDA recently limited Moderna’s vaccine to seniors 65 and older and people as young as six months old with at least one underlying health condition. ‘Nitta vs HMSA’ ruling could mean better access to medical care But the West Coast Health Alliance, of which Hawaii is a part, has recommended vaccinating…

Playful, affectionate Cedar needs a new ʻohana

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