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Hawaii charges ahead with electric vehicles

Frank Rogers of Green Energy Outlet shows a panel of photovoltaic cells, similar to the panels his company uses to recharge electric vehicles.

Hawaii is driving the adoption of electric and alternate vehicles through a variety of mandates and grants, but the push could add to costs at government agencies and businesses already grappling with the worst economy in decades. Video More »

Census seeks full count of Hawaii

Gregory Cuadra, assistant manager for field operations, holds a bag that will be used by census enumerators during the 2010 census.

Local census officials estimate Hawai'i lost out on $310 million in federal funding over the last 10 years because of "undercounting" in the 2000 census. And while they concede that 100 percent participation in the upcoming Census 2010 is an ideal that may be impossible to attain, they say they're committed to doing whatever possible to ensure that every person in the state is counted this time around. Video More »

Teach for America makes mark in Hawaii

Teacher Maile Akina works with pupils Daniel Rzonca, left, and Coty Eli at Nanakuli Intermediate and High School.

The tragic death of an inspiring young Wai'anae High School teacher has focused attention on the dozens of people like him who have come to Hawai'i to help kids in some of its most disadvantaged areas to pull themselves up by their bootstraps. More »

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Caryn Kunz

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'Lost' in Hawai'i

Like other Losties throughout the world, Caryn is always waiting for the next episode. More »

Jerry Burris

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Akamai Politics

Jerry is blogging on the politics and events of the day. More »

Wanda Adams

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My Island Plate

Musings, tips, recipes and ideas from Advertiser food editor Wanda Adams. More »

FASI MEMORIAL SERVICE SET FOR MARCH 3

The memorial service has been set for former Honolulu Mayor Frank Fasi, seen here debating at the Hawaii Theatre in 2004.
The memorial service has been set for former Honolulu Mayor Frank Fasi, seen here debating at the Hawaii Theatre in 2004. More »

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Superferry-like military vessels may be based in Hawaii; Army to conduct EIS

High Speed Vessel off Honolulu in July 2004

The Army today said it plans to look at the environmental impact of basing up to three "joint high speed vessels" in Pearl Harbor — a craft similar to the defunct Hawai'i Superferry. (2:32 p.m.) More »

State to delay tax refunds

Individual and corporate tax refunds to Hawaii residents will be delayed until July 1 as a result of the state's $721 million budget shortfall, the state Tax Department said today. (10:18 a.m.) More »

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David Shapiro

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Legislators should heed ex-governors on schools

Three former Democratic governors have issued a welcome call to turn... More »


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Blogger Chris McKinney reviews the stranger-than-fiction yet true-life account of corrupt KSBE trustees in "Wayfinding Through the Storm" -- plus, the Nene Awards, a profile of Clarence T.C. Ching, event calendar and more. Go to site »

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Life is Good

In this PacificNetwork.tv video blog, Edgy showcases her work and that of other Hawai'i- and Pacific-based artists and producers. Get a behind the scenes look at the creative process and enjoy why Life is Good... in Hawai'i. More »

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Wai'anae resident Malia Ke and her daughters, Honeybaby Ke, left, and Kaleolani Ke, view the scene of a fatal Saturday night crash near Yokohama Bay.

Crash victim unidentified Video

A motorist who was killed Saturday night in a one-car accident near Yokohama Bay was burned beyond recognition and will probably have to be identified by dental records, the Honolulu Medical Examiner's office said yesterday. More »

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Saints cornerback Tracy Porter essentially clinched the victory with a 74-yard interception return of a Peyton Manning pass. The touchdown helped put New Orleans ahead 31-17 with 3 minutes, 12 seconds to play in Super Bowl XLIV in Miami.

Saints, dat's who! Photo gallery

The ultimate underdogs, they ain't. Not anymore. The Saints are Super Bowl champions now. Who Dat? Try Drew Brees, Sean Payton and a team that has reversed its embarrassing past, carrying an entire city to the top with it. More »

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Bills aim to restore jobs in Film Office

The state Legislature is looking to add back jobs sliced from the state Department of Business, Economic Development and Tourism, including those lost when most of the state Film Office staff was let go. More »

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'Green' bags go local

Local designers are making a commitment to Hawai'i's environment by creating eco-friendly tote bags that can be used to carry everything and anything: groceries, textbooks, diapers, or beach and athletic gear. More »

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Bon Jovi is coming to O'ahu to play two shows at the Blaisdell Arena Thursday and next Friday.

Bon Jovi ready to rock

The Bon Jovi buzz in this town has been building for months now. It's been more than 20 years since the iconic gods of pop metal have performed in Honolulu, and next week, the band kicks off a massive worldwide tour with two shows at Blaisdell Arena. More »

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Cecil L.

Media pioneer left mark in political arena

Cecil L. "Cec" Heftel, who dominated the local airwaves like no other before or since. People such as news anchor Bob Sevey may have been the public face of KGMB, but Heftel, who died Thursday, was the driving force behind it. More »

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Left to Right. Sharlene Tsuda, The Queen's Health Systems VP of Community Dev; Desiree Moana Cruz, Hawaii County Mayor PR Specialist; and Mark Yamakawa, COO of The Queen's Medical Center.

Queen's celebrates 150th anniversary with Health & Wellnes Fair in Hilo

The Queen's Medical Center continued its 150th anniversary today, with a free Health & Wellness Fair at Hilo's Prince Kuhio Plaza on the Big Island. More »

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