Mexico blocks hundreds of migrants from crossing border span
CIUDAD HIDALGO, Mexico — Mexican authorities closed a border entry point in southern Mexico on Saturday after thousands of Central American migrants tried to push their way across a bridge spanning the Suchiate River between Mexico and Guatemala.
Harry, Meghan to quit royal jobs, give up ‘highness’ titles
LONDON — Goodbye, your royal highnesses. Hello, life as — almost — ordinary civilians.
Newfoundland asks for military help after record blizzard
ST. JOHN’S, Newfoundland — Newfoundland’s premier asked for the Canadian military’s help Saturday as residents of the province’s capital struggled to tunnel out from homes buried by the heaviest snowfall ever recorded in St. John’s.
Away winter blues! Netherlands marks National Tulip Day
AMSTERDAM— Winter blues 0, joyful color 1.
Wrong-side drivers near air base used by US worry UK police
LONDON — A British police chief requested an urgent meeting with a U.S. military commander Saturday after learning of two more traffic incidents in the area where a teenage motorcyclist died in a collision with a car driven by an American diplomat’s wife.
Tax collections in Hawaii increased by about 5%
HONOLULU — Tax collections in Hawaii were up by about 5% last year, a report said.
Waikiki experiences retail transformation over a decade
HONOLULU — Waikiki has gone through a transformation in less than a decade with seven major developments that have upgraded the face of shopping in the famous Oahu district.
Buttigieg says Oval Office needs wartime veteran
ANKENY, Iowa — Democratic presidential candidate Pete Buttigieg said Saturday the Oval Office requires a wartime veteran, a niche he occupies exclusively among top-tier candidates in his party’s race for the 2020 nomination.
Report: Oregon marijuana sales 420% stronger near Idaho
PORTLAND, Ore. — Marijuana sales in Oregon along the Idaho state line are 420% the statewide average, according to a state report.
House outlines impeachment case, Trump team has fiery answer
WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump’s legal team issued a fiery response ahead of opening arguments in his impeachment trial Saturday while House Democrats laid out their case in forceful fashion, saying the president had “abandoned his oath” and betrayed the public trust.
Biden rips Sanders campaign for Social Security attacks
INDIANOLA, Iowa — Joe Biden has called for Bernie Sanders’ presidential campaign to “disown” what he calls “doctored video” that some Sanders supporters say shows the former vice president endorsing Republican calls to cut Social Security and Medicare.
Winter storm brings heavy snow, ice to Midwest, Northeast
CHICAGO — A winter storm that brought snow and sleet to the Midwest and Plains created travel headaches Saturday after airlines canceled flights and officials shut down major roads.
Beer sales fight polio
The Rotary Club of Poipu Beach held a fundraiser to help end polio at The Cabana Bar and Grill at Poipu Beach Athletic Club on Friday.
Miyake’s ‘Jamboree’ a winner
For St. Theresa School seventh-grade student Keaupuni Miyake, Thursday was a “jamboree” topped with “graham,” at the Chiefess Kamakahelei Middle School cafeteria.
KLA’s 2020 Vision
Over the years, donations from the private sector have enabled Kauai lifeguards to upgrade and add about $1.2 million in equipment, emergency transportation, towers and technology that saved lives.
Shipping company seeks rate hike
The shipping company Young Brothers is trying to raise rates for the second time in two years, and some farmers fear the proposed 34% increase will devastate agriculture and livestock businesses.
Police arrest 10 in islandwide sweep
Kauai police arrested 10 people with outstanding warrants on Wednesday, during an operation aimed at locating defendants wanted by the court.
Menehune to host KIF-sanctioned tourney today
The Kauai Interscholastic Federation wrestling regular season is short, and many of the KIF competitors in their respective weight classes will face each other several times before the KIF state qualifying Championships Feb 8.
Kahele campaign closes year with $718,568
The Kahele for Congress Campaign Committee recently announced its final fundraising numbers to close out 2019, ending the year with a total of $718,568.20 raised.
Obituaries for Saturday, January 18, 2020
Helen Mae Lacono