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Recognition For Nainoa Thompson
The National Geographic Society’s Hubbard Medal is awarded for outstanding contributions to scientific research, exploration and conservation.
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House Nixes War, Immigrant Bills
Proposals聽called for聽Congress to pass a new war powers resolution and to聽prevent Obama from enlisting young illegal immigrants in the military.
Schatz Releases Marine Reserve Plan
The Hawaii senator asks President Obama to make the Papahanaumokuakea Marine National Monument the world’s biggest marine protected area.
Senate To Vote On Gun Bills
Two proposals come from Republicans and two come from Democrats. Hirono and Schatz joined Murphy’s filibuster.
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Bill Signed On Overfishing Penalty
At the University of Hawaii Law School, Gov. David Ige signed a bill designed聽to educate the public about the state’s aquatic life laws.
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$5M For Hawaii Missile Defense
The U.S. House OKs shifting the money within the 2017 Defense Department appropriation bill, says Congresswoman Tulsi Gabbard.
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Contaminated Fish At Kwajalein?
A senator from the聽Marshall Islands聽says chemical contamination of fish is “a public health concern of epic proportion.”
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Christie’s Pot Conviction Upheld
The 9th Circuit rules that federal聽law does not protect the right of the Hawaii Cannabis Ministry leaders to distribute large amounts of pakalolo聽for religious practices.
Hawaii Governor's Office
New Pick For Board Of Education
Gov. David Ige appoints Kenneth Uemura to the board replacing Amy Asselbaye, and reappoints Brian DeLima.
Murder Charge For Oahu Jail Guard
Honolulu Police聽and the聽Department of Public Safety confirm that聽Anthony Pereira聽works as an adult corrections officer at OCCC.聽