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Lahaina’s historic Banyan Tree Park could re-open in several months
LAHAINA (KHON2) — Nearly two years after the devastating wildfires swept through Lahaina and Kula, one of Lahaina’s most well-known landmarks has made a significant comeback. The 152-year-old banyan tree was planted in 1873 by Sheriff William Owen Smith to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the first Protestant missionaries in Lahaina. Hilo banyan tree cleanup…
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Red Flag Warning extended through Sunday
HONOLULU (KHON2) – Breezy to locally windy trades and rather dry and stable conditions will continue through tonight. Clouds and light showers being carried in on the trade wind flow will remain focused over windward and mauka areas, while most leeward areas will remain dry over the next several days. Trade winds will gradually ease…
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Get safely to shore: ‘When in doubt, don’t go out!’
HONOLULU (KHON2) — Following the tsunami warning on July 29, high surf advisory and Red Flag Warnings led to a series of ocean safety rescues. On Aug. 1, the Honolulu Ocean Safety Department responded to a man, 60, who was unresponsive on his bodyboard. He was found 15 yards outside the swimming area of Paradise…
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‘We can and must all work together’: Officials call for fire safety practices amidst Red Flag Warning extension
HONOLULU (KHON2) — The National Weather Service has extended the state’s Red Flag Warning for the second time, this time set to expire on Aug. 3 at 6 p.m. The initial Red Flag Warning was set to expire on Aug. 1, but was then pushed back to expire on Aug. 2. But this second extension…
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HPD shuts down two illegal game rooms in Kalihi, Salt Lake
HONOLULU (KHON2) — Two separate illegal games rooms were searched this past week, the Honolulu Police Department said. According to authorities, HPD’s Narcotics/Vice Division, as well as the District 5 Crime Reduction Unit and the Specialized Services Division, executed their first search warrant on July 28. Hawaii’s illegal gambling problem: ‘It’s a plague’ The first…
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‘So much life left to live’: Slaying of 16-year-old in Abbeydale remains under investigation
The 16-year-old Calgary boy found dead in Abbeydale was described by family friends as “a light to everyone who knew him.” Read More
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2 critical, 1 dead in separate Oahu crashes
HONOLULU (KHON2) — Two critical vehicle collisions occurred within hours of each other. Police reported both drivers were speeding and did not wear a seatbelt. 1 dead, 1 critical in Farrington Highway crash Early the morning of Aug. 2, a car fatally collided into the center median of Farrington Highway in the Kapolei area, throwing…
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Making moves: Chess masters, amateur players alike flock to Calgary International tournament
Chess masters from across Canada and around the globe are playing their best gambits at the 16th annual Calgary International tournament, hosted by the Calgary Chess Club. Read More
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Advocacy group stages Calgary protest near grocery store over plight of caged hens
A black cage, a few feet long, sat on a sidewalk along Glenmore Trail near a Sobeys store on Saturday, and people were invited to enter it and stay inside for five minutes in exchange for $20. Read More
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Blind box of possibility: 12 free Labubu at Wet’n’Wild
HONOLULU (KHON2) — Wet’n’Wild Hawaii is giving away one Labubu doll every 10 minutes today. Keiki and adults get ready, this is a giveaway you won’t want to miss! Weekend Roundup: Plant sales, Broadway performances and more! Starting at 11:30 a.m., everyone with a lottery ticket is eligible to secure one of 12 authentic Labubu–each…