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HONOLUU (KHON2) — Senator Mazie Hirono shared what’s happening at the federal level that impacts us here in Hawaii. The status of funding to help Lahaina rebuild is a major concern. KHON asked Hirono if she saw any impacts that would hurt future funding. Hawaii leaders react to passing of ‘big, beautiful bill’ “I sure…

Kāʻanapali brush fire 100% contained: MFD

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KĀʻANAPALI, Hawaii (KHON2) — The brush fire that broke out above Kāʻanapali around 11:30 a.m. on Monday, Aug. 4, has been declared 100% contained. Update from previous — Kāʻanapali fire scorches 90 acres; evacuation orders lifted The Maui County Fire Department said crews remain on site, cleaning up and keeping an eye on hot spots…

Hawaiʻi-based CEO sentenced to 13 years for fraud

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HONOLULU (KHON2) — A husband and wife who ran a Hawai‘i-based business were sentenced for scamming investors out of $29 million over more than 10 years, said the Department of Justice. Nearly $30M defrauded from Semisub Inc. investors: DOJ Curtiss E. Jackson, 72, and Jamey Denise Jackson, 62, were CEO and president of Semisub Inc.…

It takes a village to raise a Lion King: Behind the scenes of the long-running production, now in Calgary

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It’s hard to reconcile the cheerful, outgoing actor with the menacing, brooding villain that stalks the stage each night. But when Peter Hargrave dons his elaborate headpiece, leather chaps and body ornaments, he literally transforms into Scar, the evildoer in the touring Broadway show The Lion King. Read More

Calgary Stampeders in CFL’s Week 10: QB Vernon Adams Jr. returns, as do Bombers

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Vernon Adams Jr. looks as if he’s ready to climb back into the saddle for the Calgary Stampeders. Read More

Obama’s $14.9M Hawaiʻi vacation home for sale

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KAILUA, Hawaii (KHON2) — A beautiful oceanfront home in Kailua on Oʻahu where Barack Obama and his family once vacationed, is now for sale for $14.9 million. The home is located in a quiet, gated neighborhood near Kailua Beach, which is one of the most popular beaches in Hawaiʻi. 10 facts about Obama’s $18M Hawaiʻi…

These trucks weigh almost as much as a fully-loaded 747 jet — and no one’s driving them

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Suncor Energy Inc. is escalating the rollout of its massive 400-tonne capacity driverless trucks, a move the company says will cut costs and improve safety, but it’s also expected to eliminate jobs. Read More

The mid-century modern murder mystery you need to see

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HONOLULU (KHON2) — If you’re looking for something to do this weekend, then look no further than Hawaiʻi Theatre. KHON2’s own Joe Moore and former Jeopardy host Pat Sajak are in the thick of a murder mystery that will delight and entertain you. This global phenomenon is nestled in Honolulu’s Chinatown Refashioned into a play,…

Alberta sets fines for predatory tow truck behaviour that are 10 times lower than Calgary’s maximum

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New provincial rules to address predatory tow truck operators will come into effect later this week — a move that was already made by Calgary city council earlier this year, with much higher maximum fines. Read More

‘Empty void in many hearts’: Family of slain 16-year-old Abbeydale resident mourns his death

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