Update: Mayor Mike Victorino released his official response to the report on Saturday evening. The statement confirms that Wong was arrested at a residence in Wailuku at 12:15am on March 9 and charged with "abuse of a household member." He has since posted bail and been placed on administrative leave. “We are still investigating this matter as we speak, however, any domestic … [Read more...] about UPDATE: Mayor Victorino confirms Maui County Corporation Counsel Patrick Wong arrested for physical abuse
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Molokai residents block yacht*
*EDITOR'S NOTE: Well, this is embarrassing. As originally written, the basis of this post was this Nov. 24 Hawaii News Now story, which first reported that Molokai residents succeeded in blocking a yacht belonging to billionaire Yuri Milner from reaching their island. While that incident certainly occurred, it now appears that the yacht DID NOT in fact belong to … [Read more...] about Molokai residents block yacht*
Maui County Mayor Alan Arakawa denounces Iao Valley sacred rocks
So this morning Maui County Mayor Alan Arakawa went on Hawaii News Now for an "Ask the Mayor" feature. The first question was in regards to the the destruction of rocks that native Hawaiians consider sacred during the recent cleanup of Iao Valley–an act that county Communications Director Rod Antone already apologized for. But Arakawa wasn’t feeling so generous. "It's very … [Read more...] about Maui County Mayor Alan Arakawa denounces Iao Valley sacred rocks
New Hawaii bill reaffirms public’s right to film law enforcement
Let's talk briefly about Senate Bill 2439, introduced by Sen. Gil Keith-Agaran, D–Kahului. It reaffirms the public’s right to record or photograph “a law enforcement officer while the officer is in the performance of the officer's duties in a public place or under circumstances in which the officer has no reasonable expectation of privacy.” Not too long ago, we would have … [Read more...] about New Hawaii bill reaffirms public’s right to film law enforcement
Investigative reporter Keoki Kerr leaving Hawaii News Now for Hawaii teachers union
You read that right: veteran investigative reporter Keoki Kerr is going to work for the Hawaii State Teachers Association (HSTA). Kerr will handle all communications and media affairs for the powerful 13,500-member union. “We are pleased to welcome Keoki to our team. His reputation as a fair and accurate reporter on issues that impact our community, combined with his … [Read more...] about Investigative reporter Keoki Kerr leaving Hawaii News Now for Hawaii teachers union