Popular restroom at Waikiki Beach closed
The city explains why the restroom has been closed for several weeks and when it's expected to reopen. There's also a temporary remedy on the way.
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Oahu school bans kendamas
A high school on Oahu has banned the popular kendama game.
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Road work rush before the holidays
Drivers can expect road closures during all hours of the day in different areas across the H-1 …
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Rent being raised for Kaneohe residents
The city is being a grinch. That's according to Kaneohe residents who've been told that the rent at…
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Woman gets prison time for Ponzi scheme
A woman convicted of wire fraud in a Ponzi scheme was sentenced to 46 months in prison.
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Action Line Consumer Alert: How to avoid holiday overspending
Holiday shopping is in full swing, with hundreds of consumers hitting the stores. But, how do you buy for family and friends without overspending?
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Maui bill aims to regulate GMOs
Another island is moving toward regulating the use of genetically modified crops and pesticides.
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H-1 Freeway Rehabilitation Project: Dec. 10
On Tuesday, there will be two lanes closed in both directions of the freeway from 9 p.m. to 4 a.m. One through lane in each direction will remain open.
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Chinatown to launch Walkabout Wednesdays
There's a movement to bring more business to Honolulu's downtown area.
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UH helps high school student with research
A Molokai High School junior is getting some help from the University of Hawaii on her project to help protect endangered birds.
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Queen's Medical Center to open at former HMC
Queen's Medical Center has officially taken over and will reopen part of the facility on Tuesday.
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Gov. Abercrombie appears on CNN's 'Crossfire'
Gov. Neil Abercrombie appeared on CNN's Crossfire show on Monday. He talked about the nation's economy, from military spending to unemployment insurance.
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UH West Oahu employee receives 2013 President's Award
UH West O'ahu Facilities Manager James "Kimo" Yamaguchi has been selected as the 2013 recipient of the President's Award for Excellence in Building and Grounds Maintenance.
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Comedian & Actor Mike Epps to perform in Hawaii
Live Nation welcomes Mike Epps to Hawaii Theatre on Saturday January 25 at 8 p.m.
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Honolulu Marathon finishers pick up certificates
Thousands of Honolulu Marathon finishers headed down to Kapiolani Park Monday morning to get their final proof that they finished Sunday's race.
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Extreme sport attracts young riders
It's an extreme sport and one of the fastest growing in popularity. It's also considered one of the most dangerous sports.
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Big Island Representative to resign from State House
In a letter to state leaders, Representative Denny Coffman expressed his plans to spend time with his family as his daughter faces a medical issue.
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Truck spills cement, gravel on H-1 Freeway
Traffic was backed up on the H-1 Freeway after a truck spilled cement and gravel near the Kunia off-ramp.
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New principal named at Kahuku High & Intermediate School
Pauline Masaniai has been named principal at Kahuku High and Intermediate School effective Mon., Dec. 23, 2013.
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St. Nicks learn tricks of trade at Santa School
MIDLAND, Mich. (AP) — Where does Santa Claus learn to chortle "Ho, ho, ho!" and listen to the wishes of children all over the world?
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Pa. students' robotic arm can make you stronger
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Need a hand lifting something? A robotic device invented by University of Pennsylvania engineering students can help its wearer carry an additional 40 pounds.
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Government sells remaining stake in GM
DETROIT (AP) — The U.S. government ended up losing $10.5 billion on the General Motors bailout, but it says the alternative would have been far worse.
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Mourners and world leaders gather in South Africa for Mandela memorial…
JOHANNESBURG (AP) — World leaders and joyous, singing South Africans have gathered to honor Nelson Mandela at a Soweto soccer stadium.
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US-led Pacific trade zone talks end without deal
SINGAPORE (AP) — The United States and 11 other nations negotiating a free trade zone stretching from Chile to Japan failed to reach a final agreement at talks in Singapore, but indicated they were closing in on a landmark deal.
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Canada plans claim that would include North Pole
TORONTO (AP) — Canada plans to make a claim to the North Pole in an effort to assert its sovereignty in the resource-rich Arctic, the country's foreign affairs minister said Monday.
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UFC heavyweight Shane Del Rosario dead at 30
NEWPORT BEACH, Calif. (AP) — UFC fighter Shane Del Rosario died Monday, nearly two weeks after the heavyweight had a heart attack. He was 30.
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NFL Week 14: Elam's record broken by a Bronco
Matt Prater broke an NFL record while helping the Denver Broncos clinch an AFC playoff berth. Prater clubbed a 64-yard field goal as the first half expired before the Broncos completed a 52-28 thrashing of the Titans.
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Broncos & Beavers to meet in Hawaii Bowl, list of all 34 games
HONOLULU – Oregon State University has accepted an invitation to play in the 2013 SHERATON HAWAI‘I BOWL, and will meet Boise State of the Mountain West.
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3-1-1 city complaints, is anyone listening?
Complaining to city hall got easier a few years ago with a smart-phone app called 3-1-1 but what happens to all those tips?
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Health connector shakeup follows other state intervention
Stepping into Coral Andrews' job in the interim is in the man Gov. Neil Abercrombie put in charge of implementing the president's federal health care act, Tom Matsuda. This isn't the first time the state has had to step in.
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Work out solar details before buying, selling home
Solar panels can become a hot-potato during the property buying process if sellers and buyers aren't careful.
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Revealed: What stalled Hawaii's health exchange & why some uninsured are…
More than a month after the Hawaii Health Connector went online, thousands of insurance seekers remain in limbo.
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Bird steals camera in Australia, records journey
SYDNEY (AP) — A brazen bird snatched a video camera that was recording crocodiles in northwest Australia and captured fascinating footage of its 110-kilometer (70-mile) journey across the country's remote landscape.
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Russia outraged by giant Louis Vuitton suitcase
MOSCOW (AP) — Politicians didn't like it, the public didn't like it, so the gigantic Louis Vuitton suitcase is being booted out of Red Square.
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Washington man sticks with 'Joe Biden defense'
VANCOUVER, Wash. (AP) — A Washington state man who fired a shotgun in the air to scare off car prowlers has refused a plea deal and says he's sticking with what's become known as the "Joe Biden defense."
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