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A Bar Fight Could Cost A Former Miske Co-Defendant His Kaneohe Home
A federal judge who reviewed a video of the fight says there is no doubt that Michael Buntenbah attacked a man in a bar in January, violating the conditions of his bail.
Screenshot/Hawaii Senate/2024
Assault Rifles And Shotguns Would Still Be Allowed In Hawaii Under Amended Bill
Gun rights advocates called it a win, while supporters of tougher measures said it was the best they could do to keep a version of the legislation alive.
Cammy Clark/Civil Beat/2024
Maui Police Are Tackling A 30% Job Vacancy Rate By Opening A New Recruiting Center
Officers want to show their personal investment in potential hires as the department tries to fill the empty positions.
David Croxford/Civil Beat/2024
Police Chiefs, Honolulu Mayor And Prosecutor Join Forces Against Legalizing Recreational Weed
A measure drafted by the Attorney General’s Office would also establish a regulatory authority.
Cory Lum/Civil Beat/2019
Hawaii Lawmakers Consider Banning Excited Delirium As A Cause Of Death
The term already isn’t being used by the Medical Examiner’s Office and most doctors, officials said. But advocates want to ban it officially.
Hawaii News Now
Lee Cataluna: When A Horrific Crime No Longer Horrifies Us
Let the acid attack on the young Chinese teacher be the lowest point before citizens start taking Honolulu back.
David Croxford/Civil Beat/2024
Family, Friends Of Homeless Man Killed By Police In Makaha Want Answers
His mother says Brandan Maroney was likely in distress when police confronted him and a mental health professional could have helped deescalate the situation.
David Croxford/Civil Beat/2024
Man With Knife Fatally Shot By HPD Officer In Waianae
HPD Chief Joe Logan said the department has made changes to its communication strategy after criticism from city leadership over the handling of a previous incident.
David Croxford/Civil Beat/2024
Miske Trial: ‘Master Manipulator’ Or ‘Self-Made Businessman’?
After a prolonged jury selection process, the trial of the accused Honolulu racketeering boss began with opening statements.
David Croxford/Civil Beat/2024
Miske Is Set To Stand Trial Alone When His Brother Takes A Last-Minute Deal
Opening statements in the high-profile case are expected to begin Monday in federal court in Honolulu.