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Razed by wildfire, erased by USPS: Hawaiians fight to restore mail delivery

Wildfire victims rebuilt their homes in Lahaina only to find USPS had ‘eliminated’ their addresses – while houses that didn’t burn receive mail as normal

The Guardian - US · Sep 3

Congressional Candidate Kirill Basin Arrested After Maui Beach Knife Threat Ends in Sudden Knockout

Democratic candidate Kirill Basin was arrested after a beach altercation involving threats and violence. This marks his third arrest this year, complicating his congressional campaign.

International Business Times UK · Aug 4

Toxic Mud? Hawaii's North Shore Flooding Likely Diluted Pesticide Risk

Residents on Hawaii's North Shore are dealing with mud and debris after severe flooding and have expressed concerns about potential exposure to toxic farm chemicals from upstream agricultural operations

The Independent UK · Apr 10

Hawaii fires: rescuers comb through debris in Lahaina as death roll rises to 80 – as it happened

At least 1,000 people reported missing following fires, as a new fire burns in Kaanapali in West Maui

The Guardian - US · Aug 12, 2023

Hawaii to elect new US rep after Kahele’s departure

Voters in Hawaii’s 2nd Congressional District will elect a new congressperson on Tuesday after the incumbent, U.S. Rep. Kaiali’i Kahele, decided not to seek re-election

The Independent UK · Nov 8, 2022

Progressive Jill Tokuda nominated for Hawaii’s open 2nd District seat

Despite $1.2 million spent against her, Hawaii progressive Jill Tokuda overwhelmingly won the Democratic primary.

Roll Call · Aug 14, 2022