Cory Lum/Civil Beat/2015
The Miske Case: Interesting Names On The Witness List
Hundreds of names have been submitted by the Miske defense as well as the prosecution.
John Pritchett/Civil Beat/2020
The Miske Trial Is Finally Beginning. Some Potential Jurors Are Worried
Hundreds of witnesses may be called to testify in the federal criminal conspiracy case that also involves several former co-defendants who reached plea deals.
David Croxford/Civil Beat/2023
Illegal Fireworks Will Be Back On The Legislative Agenda After A Noisy New Year’s Eve
More than 112,000 pounds of illegal fireworks were seized in December, but many people had supplies stockpiled from earlier in the year.
David Croxford/Civil Beat/2024
Disciplinary Records Reveal More Details About A State Investigation Into Airport Contracting
Seven people have been arrested but none charged in a case that’s been active for several years.
Cory Lum/Civil Beat/2022
Big Island Woman Killed Despite A Restraining Order Against Ex-Boyfriend
Elizabeth Fernandez was found dead at her South Kona home. The body of her ex-boyfriend was found outside after he apparently killed himself.
Kevin Fujii/Civil Beat/2023
Man Killed During Shooting That Also Wounded 2 Officers Was Armed With A Rifle
A 25-year-old man was also struck by a police vehicle and taken to a hospital, according to officials.
David Croxford/Civil Beat/2023
Deadly Shooting Spurs Calls For Stronger Protections For Domestic Violence Victims
Advocates say Theresa Cachuela’s killing shows limits of protective orders.
Kevin Fujii/Civil Beat/2023
Shootout In Honolulu Leaves Suspect Dead, 2 Police Officers Wounded
Officers were trying to apprehend the suspect, Sidney Tafokitau, when he fired multiple times at their unmarked vehicle, officials said.
Cory Lum/Civil Beat/2015
From Treacherous To Serene, All Of Oahu’s Beaches Can Be Deadly
Rescue personnel are constantly trying to warn the uninitiated about places like Sandy Beach. But more people are going there anyway.
Department of Public Safety
4 Oahu Inmates Face Manslaughter Charge In Fellow Prisoner’s Death
Christopher Vaefaga was found unconscious and unresponsive in his cell in a module used to house gang members.