Vice President Kamala Harris has retreated from the public spotlight since her resounding loss to President-elect Donald Trump two weeks ago As Democrats reel from a Republican takeover of Washington capping a postelection period in which she has shifted back into the background of the Biden administration President Joe Biden who ceded the spotlight after he was pressured into ending his 2024 reelection bid has resumed his role on the world stage with international meetings at the G20 and Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation this past week He will celebrate his 82nd birthday on Wednesday and some of his allies say Harris may be all but forgotten “She’s never been the party leader,” one Democratic strategist close to the White House said “She couldn’t get through a primary on her own so it’s fitting that she’d slink off to Hawaii while the party falls apart.” Harris has appeared in public just a handful of times following her 2024 electoral loss to Trump the light of America’s promise will always turn bright as long as we never give up and as long as we keep fighting,” she said HERE’S WHICH BIDEN EXECUTIVE ORDERS WILL BE THE FIRST TO GO UNDER TRUMP but please know it’s going to be OK,” Harris continued Harris also joined Biden for a pair of Veterans Day memorial services at Arlington National Cemetery, where First Lady Jill Biden appeared to give her the cold shoulder and reignited narratives of tensions between the Biden and Harris teams in the process The vice president was next seen at the White House the following Tuesday where she was greeted by administration staffers in between the West Wing and Eisenhower Executive Office Building ahead of a lunch with Biden TRUMP CABINET PICKS: WHO’S BEEN TAPPED TO SERVE IN THE PRESIDENT-ELECT’S ADMINISTRATION Harris’s schedule also gives little insight into what official duties the vice president has done over the past two weeks “The Vice President will be in Washington DC where she will receive briefings and conduct internal meetings with staff These meetings will be closed press.” Harris’s office declined to answer questions about her trip to Hawaii what she and Second Gentleman Doug Emhoff would be doing there Democrats are currently working to approve as many of Biden’s judicial nominees as possible before surrendering control of the Senate and the vice president would be needed in Washington to cast her tiebreaking votes if necessary “She will definitely be available for any tie votes,” a Harris senior aide told NBC News Another aide said those votes would wait until December when Harris returns from Hawaii The break out of the public eye comes after an untraditional 100-day campaign for the presidency that ended in total defeat HOW KAMALA HARRIS PLOWED THROUGH $1 BILLION National pundits have thoroughly dissected her campaign and critics on both sides of the aisle have openly questioned her campaign’s mismanagement of a historic war chest Harris reportedly spent more than $1.5 billion in just 15 weeks on the campaign trail None of Harris’s campaign shortfalls have quelled speculation about her political future A poll published by the University of California Berkeley’s Institute of Governmental Studies found Harris atop a list of possible 2026 California gubernatorial candidates Gavin Newsom (D-CA) has been floated as a Democratic presidential candidate for 2028 who previously served as California’s junior U.S senator and the district attorney of San Francisco far outpacing the second-place 13% posted by Rep CLICK HERE TO READ MORE FROM THE WASHINGTON EXAMINER A poll published by Echelon Insights on Monday found Harris to be Democrats’ overwhelming favorite to be nominee again in 2028 The vice president earned 41% in Echelon’s poll 6% for Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg and 6% for Harris’s own running mate Call 808-620-9500 to tell us which language you speak Sipwe angei emon chon chiaku ngonuk ese kamo Kokori 808-620-9500 omw kopwe ureni kich meni kapas ka ani Makemake `oe 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targeting high-risk areas For more information and maps, call Hawaiian Electric’s PSPS hotline at 1-844-483-8666 toll-free or go to hawaiianelectric.com/PSPS Kona died March 21 at Pali Momi Medical Center in Aiea Wednesday (April 13) at West Hawaii Veterans Cemetery Darren Denis of Napoopoo and Chad Denis of Kalaoa; brother Ronald (Momi) Denis of Kailua-Kona; sisters Corrine Mahi and Jennie Denis of Anchorage Moani (Mike) Denis-McRight of Honaunau; nine grandchildren and five great-grandchildren; nieces she was a self-employed horticulturist and member of Hilo Higashi Hongwanji Her later-found passions include drawing and painting ukulele band and dancing hula with Halau Na Wahine a na Kane Punahele o ka Pu‘uwai Survived by husband; three children and five grandchildren Raesha Kamakawiwoole and Rya Kamakawiwoole of Paauilo; sons Tyren Kamakawiwoole and Troy Kamakawiwoole Jr Rena Bailado and Rexann (Alinter) Keju of Paauilo; brothers Rocky (Valene) Bailado and Raymond (Karena) Bailado of Paauilo Rolan (Ermalyn) Bailado of Las Vegas; hanai parents DonnaMae (Mark) Mangauil of Paauilo; hanai brother Clarence Clayton “Clay” Mendonca he was a retired Hawaii County poice officer Marine Corps veteran and a director of Hilo Bowling Association Nadine (Emerson) Akiona of Molokai and Cheryl (Leo) Mendonca-Abellera of Hilo; brothers Jerry (Iris) Nascimento of Puerto Rico and W “CJ” (Ken) Kodani of Kurtistown; four granddaughters and 13 great grandchildren; nieces and nephews Survivors are asked to call Hilo Medical Center at (808) 932-3500 Lucia “Lucy” Milagros Lagadon Olivera of Mountain View died March 10 at Hilo Medical Center Anthuriums of Hawaii and West Coast Nursery and member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Saturday (April 16) at Dodo Mortuary Chapel Graveside committal service to follow at Homelani Memorial Park and Byron Olivera of Mountain View; daughter Consuela “Connie” Olivera of Mountain View; brother Abraham Lagadon of Pahoa; eight 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Police have identified a pedestrian who died following a Hilo traffic collision on.. Share on FacebookShare on X (formerly Twitter)Share on PinterestShare on LinkedInHAWAII ISLAND (HawaiiNewsNow) - A 5.2-magnitude quake rattled the Big Island Saturday evening and it was felt miles away from its epicenter The Pacific Tsunami Warning Center said no tsunami was generated by the quake that struck around 5:09 p.m Geological Survey said the earthquake was centered about 14 kilometers northwest of Kalaoa at a depth of 16 kilometers scores of Big Island reported feeling the temblor from — Hilo to Kailua-Kona Hawaii Island resident Grace Emanuel from Holualoa was outside gardening when the rumbling began I looked up and my entire house was shaking back and forth” Hawaii Electric Light tweeted that roughly 3,300 customers were without power in the Paniolo Drive and Waimea side of Waikoloa 730p Paniolo Drive/Waikoloa update: Power restored to all customers. To report a #BigIslandOutage please call our 24/7 trouble line at 969-6666 the quake caused a large boulder to come down on Highway 19-Queen Kaahumanu at the Hapuna Junction There was also a rockfall reported on Highway 11 near the 100 and 110 mile markers There were no immediate reports of injuries Captain Cook resident Elizabeth Cano said on Facebook that her whole house shook in the quake “I’m still cleaning up broken glass,” she said Civil defense officials say there are no major road closures and only reports of minor damage in some area homes 730p Paniolo Drive/Waikoloa update: Power restored to all customers. To report a #BigIslandOutage please call our 24/7 trouble line at 969-6666 Investigative stories and local news updates Coverage of the Hawaiʻi State legislature in 2025 Award winning in-depth reports and featured on-going series Get the week’s news delivered straight to your inbox “New development should be required to implement water-saving measures Civil Beat asked candidates to answer some questions about where they stand on various issues and what their priorities will be if elected a candidate for Hawaii County Council District 8 Go to Civil Beat’s Elections Guide for general information, and check out other candidates on the Primary Election Ballot Unfortunately, being named a finalist for a Pulitzer prize doesn’t make us immune to financial pressures. The fact is, our revenue hasn’t kept pace with our need to grow, and we need your help Civil Beat is a nonprofit, reader-supported newsroom based in Hawaiʻi. We’re looking to build a more resilient, diverse and deeply impactful media landscape, and we hope you’ll help by supporting our essential journalism Civil Beat has been named the best overall news site in Hawaii for the 14th year in a row by the Society of Professional Journalists Hawaii Chapter I'd started brewing beer when I was 21 at college in Oregon and kept doing it as a passion After graduating from college in the 2008 economy crash after graduation I was laid off before I even started so I worked part-time jobs and brewed on the side. After four years of unstable temporary jobs I enrolled in Siebel Institute of Technology — out of Munich My first job was as a keg washer in Portland but I was lucky enough to get the paid gig of keg washing I even helped someone start a brewery in Portland In 2018 Big Island Brewhaus was looking for a head brewer They approached me with a two-year contract then they moved my family out to Waimea and I started to run the brewery.  As my contract came to an end, the vice president of operations at a nearby private residential club community called Kohanaiki contacted me to see if I'd be interested in being the master brewer at their brewery just as the pandemic worsened and everyone went into lockdown.  The brewery had been shut down and vacant for quite some time before I came along When guests started coming in early October 2020 and everything slowly started reopening that's when the ball started rolling.  This brewery is much smaller than I experienced in past jobs At the corporate breweries where I worked before so I need to pay attention to the budget and spend at least a few hours every day answering emails I prefer the structured system and being tuned in on the business side Other breweries I've worked at didn't have a budget so it was easy to go a little crazy spending The best part about my job is I can brew whatever I like We mostly create beers that are around 6.2% alcohol as does rosé beer and other fruity variations I'm currently working on a spiked apple cider beer — Belgian double style which I'll add to the beer when aging for a rich flavor.  but eventually I had to give the people what they want Since we're a microbrewery attached to the resort and listen to their requests of what they'd like to drink I'm open to brewing anything and everything I'm also able to turn over funky ideas quickly In corporate brewing you have to make a certain number of kegs for that one beer but here I can make just one keg of a beer before moving onto another to keep it varied.  I can also more easily work with different yeasts brewers are held to a style of yeast in-house I can make small batches with different yeasts I don't even need to use the same yeast again A challenge I've faced with brewing on the island is water quality I've lived in places where the water quality is good I use reverse-osmosis water from nearby Kona and other elements to get the flavor profile I want.  Another difference of brewing on the island compared to the mainland is access to local exotic fruits The club has an onsite biodynamic community farm and my friend also has a family farm where I can visit and buy different fruits Anytime I need inspiration or want to see what fruits are available I allow the flavors and fruits to guide me rather than creating a recipe and not having the right ingredients to carry it out As the island began welcoming back visitors and members around October when the pre-testing COVID travel program started I also showcased different German beers to introducing unique styles of German alcohol to club members.  We've also recently opened to "meet the brewer" events I show the members what I do and teach them about beer from the specifics of the brewing process to the variety of flavor profiles where they can try all the different types of beers we have on tap The brewery is near the 18th hole of the resort's golf course so when I first joined Kohanaiki I thought it would be great to set up space for golfers to have a pour after their game We began offering this last year after reopening I've been thinking of brewing a Mexican mocha and a touch of lactose for a darker side beer There's also a champagne-style beer in the works so it would be a base beer with half grapes.  I have many ideas and time to explore them It's just one of the many perks of working at a private microbrewery Natasha Bazika is a freelance writer currently based in Sydney. She has contributed to CNN Travel, Architectural Digest, Housebeautiful, Travel + Leisure, New York Magazine, and more. Follow her adventures on Instagram.  Hawaiʻi Island police are searching for a 43-year-old Hilo man who was reported missing 250 pounds with brown eyes and long brown hair He has a medical condition that may require medical attention Police ask that anyone with information on his whereabouts call the Police Department’s non-emergency line at 935-331. Tipsters who prefer to remain anonymous may call Crime Stoppers at 961-8300 in Hilo or 329-8181 in Kona. All Crime Stoppers information is kept confidential. Tipsters who prefer to remain anonymous may call the island-wide Crime Stoppers number at 961-8300 and may be eligible for a reward of up to $1,000.00. Crime Stoppers is a volunteer program run by ordinary citizens who want to keep their community safe. Crime Stoppers does not record calls or subscribe to any Caller ID service. All Crime Stoppers information is kept confidential. The Crime Stoppers TV Program is available on-demand from Nā Leo TV. This site is only for accessing historical media releases prior to November 12 Visit our new site for up to date information The Hawaiʻi Police Department is searching for a 44-year-old Puna man who was reported missing Dante Peter Gilman of Kurtistown was last seen in Hawaiian Acres on or about December 30 200 pounds with short brown hair and green eyes Police ask that anyone with information on his whereabouts call Officer Shawn Matsuda at 965-2716 or the Police Department’s non-emergency line at 935-3311 Tipsters who prefer to remain anonymous may call Crime Stoppers at 961-8300 in Hilo or 329-8181 in Kona and may be eligible for a reward of up to $1,000. Crime Stoppers is a volunteer program run by ordinary citizens who want to keep their community safe. Crime Stoppers doesn’t record calls or subscribe to caller ID. All Crime Stoppers information is kept confidential. Walking into a dirty hotel room is the fastest way to kill your vacation vibe To help travelers find a summer stay that sparkles, the research team at home cleaning company Home Spritz analyzed over 10 million TripAdvisor reviews for around 10,000 hotels to find out which US cities have the cleanest hotel rooms as well as those with the dirtiest accommodations The study revealed that Boston tops the list of US cities with the cleanest hotel rooms Known for its rich history and vibrant culture such as the Freedom Trail and world-class museums while enjoying accommodation in top-rated hotels Second on the list is Minneapolis with a cleanliness rating of 4.44 TripAdvisor reviews highlight the clean environment across the city hotels making Minneapolis a top choice for those seeking a tidy and hygienic place to stay Charleston ranks third with a 4.42 hotel hygiene rating visitors appreciate the city’s clean hotel rooms which contribute to a comfortable and hygienic stay and well-maintained amenities made them feel welcomed and cared for during their time in the city Santa Fe takes the fourth spot with a rating of 4.40 The city not only offers historic landmarks and a rich cultural scene but also ensures clean hotels that satisfy visitors with their hygienic standards New York City rounds out the top five US cities with the cleanest hotel rooms visitors frequently note that hotels in NYC are clean and maintain high standards of hygiene Chicago ranks sixth with a cleanliness rate of 4.33 Cleveland follows closely behind in seventh place with a rating of 4.32 Rounding out the top ten are Seattle (4.28 cleanliness rating) offering clean accommodations for travelers looking to enjoy their time in these vibrant destinations the most common bad reviews include complaints about bed bugs from majestic mountains to pristine waters but a bad hotel experience can quickly taint your trip Kalaoa holds the unfortunate title of having the dirtiest hotels with an average cleanliness score of a measly 2.62 Returning from a delightful day at the beach only to be greeted by a filthy room might be a nightmare come true for some tourists visiting Long Beach known for its disappointing cleanliness score of 3.61 Jacksonville and Oakland take third and fourth spots on the list with cleanliness scores of 3.62 and 3.60 Disgruntled reviewers have even reported finding used soap in the showers Sacramento rounds out the top five with a score of 3.66 In addition to the general uncleanliness in hallways and common areas found in different hotels guests have also complained about the lack of basic amenities like hand soap Here is the full list of the US cities with the cleanest hotel rooms: To determine the US cities with the cleanest hotels the study examined over 10 million reviews for around 10,000 hotels across 58 major cities Each one was ranked by the highest average rate for the ‘Cleanliness’ category **************************************************************** 2024-25 OnFocus Central Wisconsin Area Conferences: Conference and Team Links, Schedules Hear about top athletes and top teams in our area ********************************************** We welcome your stories! 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David can be reached at [email protected] Gulfstream Aerospace and the Swiss Fédération Aéronautique Internationale confirmed last week the Savannah aircraft builder’s G280 super-midsize business jet set another FAI-sanctioned world speed record this one between McClellan-Palomar Airport (CRQ) in Carlsbad and Kona International Airport (HKO) in Kalaoa on the far west edge of the big island of Hawaii The G280 completed the 2,257-nautical-mile overwater flight at its high-speed cruise of Mach 0.84 despite departing from CRQ’s 4,897-foot runway The aircraft carried three people and touched down four hours and 47 minutes after takeoff with fuel in excess of NBAA IFR reserves remaining has earned 57 speed records since its November 2012 entry into service the G280 will fly eight passengers a distance of 3,600 nm at Mach 0.80 a trip that means even against a winter wind the aircraft can reach New York nonstop from London This Gulfstream is also certified for the steep 5.5-degree approach into airports like London City where the available landing distance is 4,327 feet for landing and just 3,937 feet for takeoff A Big Island resident who played a major role in the restoration of a site of Hawaiian royalty has died worked as a volunteer organizer regularly for about 12 years to clear and restore the 12-acre site at Keolanahihi at Holualoa Bay died at his home after a prolonged bout with cancer Kanuha was born in Kealakekua and was owner of Sunlights Hawaii named for a powerful ruler in the 1300s and the niece of a high priest The site includes five heiau and is known for a nearby surfing site In an interview in 2007 with the Koani Foundation Kanuha said he hoped that the site would be used as an area to educate youths about Hawaiian history and culture "It is time to malama the aina and bring it back so that our children can be educated here," said Kanuha a retired commercial diver and former member of the Hawaii Fishery Commission Kanuha is survived by wife Diane; sons Clement III "C.J.," Troy "Kepa," Ty Alex and Cade "Keawe"; brothers Jerome and Zachary; and sisters Lovena "Pocho" Youderian 8 at the Old Kona Airport’s Makae’o Events Pavilion 9 by family on canoes leaving the beach near Hulihe’e Palace and she's getting a lot of flak for the timing of her trip After Donald Trump won the 2024 presidential election, Harris has made a few appearances. In her November 6 concession speech, she said: "Sometimes the fight takes a while. That doesn't mean we won't win," per WHYY I do not concede the fight that fueled this campaign."  She couldn't get through a primary on her own so it's fitting that she'd slink off to Hawaii while the party falls apart."  "What you should ask is why Kamala Harris is in a lavish and luxurious taxpayer funded vacation in Hawaii when she was supposed to be working."  Folks may never be able to agree about whether or not Harris should be taking a vacation right now there is one thing that all of us can likely see eye-to-eye on: after the past few weeks NORBERT LEE ALCAIDE …gives himself up to police HAWAII COUNTY POLICE DEPARTMENT KONA CRIMINAL INVESTIGATION SECTION LIEUTENANT HENRY W. HICKMAN PHONE: 326-4230 APRIL 25, 2000 G-26470 Big Island police have arrested a 26-year-old Kailua-Kona man in connection with a burglary, assault and sexual assault that occurred Thursday (April 20, 2000) in Kalaoa, North Kona. The suspect, Norbert Lee Alcaide, was arrested at 3 p.m. Tuesday after he turned himself in at the Kona police station. He is being held in the Kona cellblock pending further investigation into possible charges of burglary, assault and sexual assault, all in the first degree. An investigation determined that the victim, an adult female, was alone in her Kalaoa apartment Thursday night when she was attacked by a naked male brandishing a knife. The suspect struck the victim and sexually assaulted her. He also cut the victim’s face and neck with the knife. The victim was able to escape from her apartment and run to a neighbor’s residence for help. She was later taken to the Kona Community Hospital, where she was treated for her injuries. 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