Tokuda to host virtual town hall meeting on Nov. 1
LIHU‘E — A scheduling issue is forcing a format change to virtual from in-person for an upcoming town hall to be hosted by Rep. Jill Tokuda.
DOH cancels ambulance provider contracts
LIHU‘E — The state Department of Health (DOH) announced the cancellation of its decision to switch to a new emergency medical provider for both Maui and Kaua‘i, admitting to flaws in its procurement process following protests by current provider American Medical Response (AMR).
Sign waving event raises awareness for blind people
LIHU‘E — Wailua resident Kim Look Lopez said on Thursday that it’s a good thing Kaua‘i has a club, the National Federation of the Blind, Kaua‘i Chapter, for blind people.
Waipouli Courtyards advocate proposes ‘Plan B’
LIHU‘E —An affordable housing researcher is advocating for the Waipouli Courtyards to become cooperative housing, outlining a plan that involves a roughly $10 million county purchase to keep the apartments affordable.
Kaua‘i County Council debates ambulance contract controversy
LIHU‘E — The Kaua‘i County Council passed a resolution urging the state Department of Health (DOH) to continue with a longtime emergency service provider on Wednesday, Oct. 4, amid protests surrounding the decision to switch to a new provider.
‘Lawmakers Listen’ event to be held on Oct. 10
LIHU‘E — Rep. Luke Evslin (District 16) will be hosting a “Lawmakers Listen” community town hall in partnership with the House leadership, including House Speaker Scott K. Saiki, Vice Speaker Greggor Hagan, Majority Leader Nadine Nakamura and Majority Floor Leader Dee Morikawa.
Council approves support staff funding
LIHU‘E — A budget allotment for the seven Kauai County Council members of $100,000 each for personal support staff sparked heated debate in Wednesday’s finance committee meeting, with the majority of council members accepting the funding.
Future of converting Kapa‘a housing development to affordable housing uncertain
LIHU‘E — Kaua‘i County Council members approved a resolution urging the county to acquire the Courtyards at Waipouli apartments last week, but the future of the complex as an affordable housing development remains unclear.
Trump reports raising $7+ million after Georgia booking
NEW YORK — For former President Donald Trump, a picture is worth… more than $7 million.
Visitor mandate resolution falls apart
LIHU‘E — Kaua‘i County Council members on Wednesday proposed a resolution aiming to implement visitor requirements, including proof of a round-trip ticket or proof of employment in order for people to travel to Hawai‘i.
Ramaswamy faces curiosity after debate performance
PELLA, Iowa — Vivek Ramaswamy has charged back into Iowa, stoking curiosity and skepticism after his attention-grabbing performance in the first Republican presidential debate.
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Trump surrenders at Atlanta jail on election charges, then is quickly released on $200,000 bond
ATLANTA — Former President Donald Trump has been booked at a jail in Atlanta, surrendering on charges that he illegally schemed to overturn the 2020 election in Georgia.
Dozens of Trump fans outside Georgia jail to show support
ATLANTA — Hours before former President Donald Trump arrived at the Fulton County Jail to turn himself in on charges related to his efforts to remain in power after his 2020 election loss, dozens of his supporters had already gathered Thursday morning outside the facility.
New York urges Biden to help state with migrant surge
ALBANY, N.Y. — Gov. Kathy Hochul on Thursday implored President Joe Biden to take urgent action to help her state absorb a surge of international migrants who have strained resources and filled homeless shelters — putting some Democrats in a vulnerable position in a state usually seen as immigrant-friendly.
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Ramaswamy raises $450,000 in hours after debate
COLUMBIA, S.C. — The first Republican presidential debate provided an opportunity for candidates to make their cases directly to a national audience, and some of that attention is translating into fundraising boosts.
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The 8 candidates expected on-stage for the first GOP debate
COLUMBIA, S.C. — Donald Trump won’t be on the Republican debate stage Wednesday. But the former president is driving the conversation on and off the debate stage anyway.
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John Eastman surrenders on charges in Trump’s case
ATLANTA — John Eastman, the conservative attorney who pushed a plan to keep Donald Trump in power, turned himself in to authorities Tuesday on charges in the Georgia case alleging an illegal plot to overturn the former president’s 2020 election loss.
Prosecutors: Witness retracted testimony in classified documents case
WASHINGTON, D.C. — A witness in the criminal case against Donald Trump over the hoarding of classified documents retracted “prior false testimony” after switching lawyers last month and provided new information that implicated the former president, the Justice Department said Tuesday.
Trump will surrender Thursday on Georgia charges
Former President Donald Trump says he will surrender to authorities in Georgia on Thursday to face charges in the case accusing him of illegally scheming to overturn his 2020 election loss in the state.
Republicans gather in city where Trump was indicted
ATLANTA — For much of the Republican presidential field, Donald Trump is the candidate who must not be named — or at least not criticized too harshly.