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HONOLULU (KHON2) — In the ahupuaʻa of Waikele, which lies in the moku of ʻEwa here on Oʻahu, stands a cul-de-sac that brings our attention to measurements. We are speaking of Anakahi Pl. In Hawaiian, anakahi translates as “unit of measurement.” Ana, meaning “to measure,” and kahi, meaning “to cut.” Here are some ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi translations to common measuring units used today. On a…

Changes coming to high-traffic Hawaii offramp, intersections

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KAIMUKI, Hawaii (KHON2) — Changes are coming to a highly-trafficked off-ramp and intersections along the H-1 Freeway. Transportation officials said there have been over 12 serious crashes near the Koko Head offramp in recent years. Scott Choy lives right across the street from the Koko Head offramp and said he has had several rude awakenings…

Swarm storm: How rain set off a gnat boom

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HONOLULU (KHON2) — Chances are you’ve had them lately in your house, your yard, your mouth. We’re talking about gnats. Lots of them. And while not a health hazard, they are a nuisance. It’s a sunny afternoon in Makakilo today. A welcome change after several days of rain. But for runners like Christopher Hernandez, the…

‘Prices are never going down’: Economist says high cost of living is here to stay

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HONOLULU (KHON2) — High prices are here to stay. That grim message is from a local economist. He says President Trump was inaccurate in saying the cost of living is down, especially here in Hawaii, and says it would take something major for any significant change in prices. Shoppers head to Chinatown to try and…

Ready for a canine companion? Nyx is ready for you!

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On this Wags and Whiskers Wednesday, the Hawaiian Humane Society wants to introduce the loyal and loving Nyx.

Varcoe: ‘Fastest skater on a slow team’ — Alberta expected to keep growing even as budget deficit looms

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First comes the economic talk, because there is plenty of deficit debate lurking around the corner in Alberta. Read More

Struggling swimmer rescued at Eternity Beach: EMS

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A swimmer at Eternity Beach struggled to stay above water the afternoon of Feb. 25, Honolulu Emergency Medical Services reported.

36 new dog parks coming to Honolulu

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Your morning scroll just got better, Honolulu. More parks across Oʻahu now welcome dogs on leash, and the change is big.

Father of Calgary’s community standards bylaws, ‘Bylaw Bill,’ dies following illness

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The father of Calgary’s community standards bylaw, William Bruce, known to many as “Bylaw Bill,” peacefully passed earlier this month. Read More

Campus Preview: Dinos, Cougars gear up for high-stakes week of playoff action

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