The Hawaii State Teacher’s Association says it has received notice from Governor David Ige’s office, alerting them about a possible 20% pay cut.According to a letter sent to teachers Tuesday night, the pay cut would impact most public workers and could happen as early as May 1.The HSTA also said that Governor Ige’s plan would include a 10% pay cut for first responders including firefighters, EMT’s, nurses, and police.The union also said that the Governor’s human resources and budget directors say the cuts are meant to prevent an economic collapse amid the COVID-19 pandemic.Governor Ige’s...…The Hawaii State Teacher’s Association says it has received notice from Governor David Ige’s office, alerting them about a possible 20% pay cut.According to a letter sent to teachers Tuesday night, the pay cut would impact most public workers and could happen as early as May 1.The HSTA also said that Governor Ige’s plan would include a 10% pay cut for first responders including firefighters, EMT’s, nurses, and police.The union also said that the Governor’s human resources and budget directors say the cuts are meant to prevent an economic collapse amid the COVID-19 pandemic.Governor Ige’s...WW…

Posted: Apr 8, 2021 / 01:02 AM HSTUpdated: Apr 8, 2021 / 01:07 AM HSTHONOLULU (KHON2) — A Nanakuli family is mourning the loss of their horse after they say she was attacked by hunting dogs. on Oahu in just two weeks.Owners are asking pig hunters to properly train their dogs, just like the owners of the horse involved in the incident on Saturday, March 27.Get news on the go with , KHON’s morning podcast, every morning at 8Patches was a beloved member of the Samson ohana. She had ridden in rodeos, become a grandmother and was pregnant again at 26 years old.“You can tell where it got stirred...…Posted: Apr 8, 2021 / 01:02 AM HSTUpdated: Apr 8, 2021 / 01:07 AM HSTHONOLULU (KHON2) — A Nanakuli family is mourning the loss of their horse after they say she was attacked by hunting dogs. on Oahu in just two weeks.Owners are asking pig hunters to properly train their dogs, just like the owners of the horse involved in the incident on Saturday, March 27.Get news on the go with , KHON’s morning podcast, every morning at 8Patches was a beloved member of the Samson ohana. She had ridden in rodeos, become a grandmother and was pregnant again at 26 years old.“You can tell where it got stirred...WW…

Posted: Feb 15, 2021 / 06:10 PM HSTUpdated: Feb 15, 2021 / 10:38 PM HSTHONOLULU (KHON2) — Several lawmakers want to prohibit the state’s lieutenant governor from having a second job.Download the free KHON2 app for or to stay informed on the latest newsmoving through the state house of representatives states if a governor cannot perform their duties, the lieutenant governor would need to dedicate all their attention, time, and energy in serving the people of Hawaii.Currently Lt. Gov. Josh Green works two 48-hour shifts a month as an emergency room doctor on the Big Island.“It’s a privilege...…Posted: Feb 15, 2021 / 06:10 PM HSTUpdated: Feb 15, 2021 / 10:38 PM HSTHONOLULU (KHON2) — Several lawmakers want to prohibit the state’s lieutenant governor from having a second job.Download the free KHON2 app for or to stay informed on the latest newsmoving through the state house of representatives states if a governor cannot perform their duties, the lieutenant governor would need to dedicate all their attention, time, and energy in serving the people of Hawaii.Currently Lt. Gov. Josh Green works two 48-hour shifts a month as an emergency room doctor on the Big Island.“It’s a privilege...WW…

Posted: Dec 27, 2020 / 08:04 PM HSTUpdated: Dec 28, 2020 / 05:18 AM HSTHONOLULU (KHON2) — Hawaii could see the risk of hurricanes and other tropical cyclones double due to climate change.Download the free KHON2 app for or to stay informed on the latest newsA found that climate change impacts Hawaii’s ocean temperatures and trade winds which can cause an increase in the intensity of storms.The state’s main protection from hurricanes is the vaunted wind shear, which is the northeasterly trade winds. These winds often break up storms upon arrival, just like they did for in 2018.UH Manoa...…Posted: Dec 27, 2020 / 08:04 PM HSTUpdated: Dec 28, 2020 / 05:18 AM HSTHONOLULU (KHON2) — Hawaii could see the risk of hurricanes and other tropical cyclones double due to climate change.Download the free KHON2 app for or to stay informed on the latest newsA found that climate change impacts Hawaii’s ocean temperatures and trade winds which can cause an increase in the intensity of storms.The state’s main protection from hurricanes is the vaunted wind shear, which is the northeasterly trade winds. These winds often break up storms upon arrival, just like they did for in 2018.UH Manoa...WW…

Posted: Dec 22, 2020 / 09:35 PM HSTUpdated: Dec 23, 2020 / 08:05 AM HSTHONOLULU (KHON2) — The year of 2020 continues to leave a deadly mark on Hawaii even without COVID-19. Fatal traffic accidents on Oahu are up despite the fact that more people are staying at home.Download the free KHON2 app for or to stay informed on the latest newsOne fatal accident occurred during the morning of Tuesday, Dec. 22, on the H-1 Freeway when a motorcyclist died after losing control on the Kunia on-ramp. Police believe speed may have been a factor in the crash.The Honolulu Police Department (HPD) says...…Posted: Dec 22, 2020 / 09:35 PM HSTUpdated: Dec 23, 2020 / 08:05 AM HSTHONOLULU (KHON2) — The year of 2020 continues to leave a deadly mark on Hawaii even without COVID-19. Fatal traffic accidents on Oahu are up despite the fact that more people are staying at home.Download the free KHON2 app for or to stay informed on the latest newsOne fatal accident occurred during the morning of Tuesday, Dec. 22, on the H-1 Freeway when a motorcyclist died after losing control on the Kunia on-ramp. Police believe speed may have been a factor in the crash.The Honolulu Police Department (HPD) says...WW…

Posted: Dec 15, 2020 / 09:38 PM HSTUpdated: Dec 16, 2020 / 11:16 AM HSTHONOLULU (KHON2) — The Kahuku community is mourning the death of an assistant football coach, and beloved community member.Are you ready for hurricane season, findMaui Kahalepuna died over the weekend after battling COVID-19.The Kahuku alumnus wore many hats as a father, husband, brother, and coach.Maui would start work at his job at TSA at 2:00 am. After getting off at 1:30, he would pick up his daughter from school before heading to Kahuku football practice at 3:00 pm.“After practice he wouldn’t get home until like...…Posted: Dec 15, 2020 / 09:38 PM HSTUpdated: Dec 16, 2020 / 11:16 AM HSTHONOLULU (KHON2) — The Kahuku community is mourning the death of an assistant football coach, and beloved community member.Are you ready for hurricane season, findMaui Kahalepuna died over the weekend after battling COVID-19.The Kahuku alumnus wore many hats as a father, husband, brother, and coach.Maui would start work at his job at TSA at 2:00 am. After getting off at 1:30, he would pick up his daughter from school before heading to Kahuku football practice at 3:00 pm.“After practice he wouldn’t get home until like...WW…

Posted: Jul 6, 2020 / 09:54 PM HSTUpdated: Jul 7, 2020 / 10:47 AM HSTHONOLULU (KHON2) — Governor David Ige warned the state of Hawaii Monday that there is a budget shortfall of $2.3 billion looming in the fiscal year 2021, but projections forward are more daunting.The state has maneuvered resources to cut that $2.3 billion to $133 million through a $900 million loan from the United States Treasury, as well as a near-depletion of the $182.4 million Hawaii Hurricane Relief Fund.“We’ve initiated that activity,” Governor Ige said. “So we’ll be borrowing from the U.S. Treasury that certainly the...…Posted: Jul 6, 2020 / 09:54 PM HSTUpdated: Jul 7, 2020 / 10:47 AM HSTHONOLULU (KHON2) — Governor David Ige warned the state of Hawaii Monday that there is a budget shortfall of $2.3 billion looming in the fiscal year 2021, but projections forward are more daunting.The state has maneuvered resources to cut that $2.3 billion to $133 million through a $900 million loan from the United States Treasury, as well as a near-depletion of the $182.4 million Hawaii Hurricane Relief Fund.“We’ve initiated that activity,” Governor Ige said. “So we’ll be borrowing from the U.S. Treasury that certainly the...WW…

Posted: Apr 14, 2020 / 11:58 PM HSTUpdated: Apr 15, 2020 / 12:43 PM HSTThe Hawaii State Teacher’s Association says it has received notice from Governor David Ige’s office, alerting them about a possible 20% pay cut.According to a letter sent to teachers Tuesday night, the pay cut would impact most public workers and could happen as early as May 1.The HSTA also said that Governor Ige’s plan would include a 10% pay cut for first responders including firefighters, EMT’s, nurses, and police.The union also said that the Governor’s human resources and budget directors say the cuts are meant to...…Posted: Apr 14, 2020 / 11:58 PM HSTUpdated: Apr 15, 2020 / 12:43 PM HSTThe Hawaii State Teacher’s Association says it has received notice from Governor David Ige’s office, alerting them about a possible 20% pay cut.According to a letter sent to teachers Tuesday night, the pay cut would impact most public workers and could happen as early as May 1.The HSTA also said that Governor Ige’s plan would include a 10% pay cut for first responders including firefighters, EMT’s, nurses, and police.The union also said that the Governor’s human resources and budget directors say the cuts are meant to...WW…