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News about women being kidnapped or killed is triggering a whirlwind of emotion for one family still looking for any sign of their missing loved one. Today marks 14 years since the disappearance of Big Island resident Marlo Moku. Hawaii Police say her disappearance is still classified as a missing person case. Although 14 years have passed, her family isn't giving up. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Local economists think the U.S. may enter a recession, but they say Hawaii may escape severe impact. Scientists are still trying to understand the impacts of the underwater volcano eruption in Tonga back in January. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A new report from the University of Hawaii released Friday predicts the U.S. economy will enter a recession in the coming months. But, there's a glimmer of hope for Hawaii. The forecast from the University of Hawaii Economic Research Organization (UHERO) said the nation is heading toward a mild recession in the first half of next year as the global economy slows sharply.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Honolulu police have opened an attempted murder investigation in Chinatown after a man was apparently shot in the chest with some kind of arrow. Authorities said the incident happened around 10:30 p.m. Wednesday on North Hotel Street.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Authorities say a man was shot in the chest with some kind of arrow in Chinatown overnight. President Biden held a bilateral meeting with Philippines President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. today at the UN General Assembly in New York. Japan is set to loosen travel restrictions, allowing independent tourists to enter for the first time since the start of the pandemic.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The suspect accused of abducting a Big Island teen from a beach was equipped with zip ties, made her smoke crystal meth multiple times and then left her shackled in a bus overnight, police say in newly-released court documents that provide the first complete picture of the victim's harrowing ordeal.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Philippines President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. will be meeting President Biden on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly. The Federal Reserve its key interest rate by a substantial three-quarters of a point for a third straight time See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Star News Live - Hawaii's News Headlines for 9/20/2022

Hawaii surfer Kalani David has died at the age of 24 after suffering a seizure while surfing in Costa Rica. Some families affected by the Red Hill water crisis are protesting in Washington, D.C.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Red Hill families who were sickened by last year's fuel-tainted water are protesting Tuesday morning in Washington D.C. to demand a proper cleanup. Gathering at Freedom Plaza, the group plans to march to the EPA headquarters calling for safe and clean conditions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Star News Live - Hawaii's News Headlines for 9/19/2022

A group of kupuna and residents is planning a protest over access to Waipio Valley on Hawaii Island as new emergency rules are set to go into effect today. Last week, Hawaii County Mayor Mitch Roth announced the rules, allowing Hawaii Island residents, permitted tour companies and cultural practitioners to access the road in four-wheel-drive vehicles. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A powerful 7.6-magnitude has shook Mexico's Pacific coast, but officials said there's no tsunami threat to Hawaii. Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida plans to lift remaining visitor caps on the country. Philippines President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. is in New York for a working visit to the U.S.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Star News Live - Hawaii's News Headlines for 9/16/2022

Federal prosecutors Thursday charged the Hawaii businessman at the center of the state Capitol bribery scandal, alleging he also paid about $2 million in bribes to a former Maui official. It's the largest ever bribery case in Hawaii history.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In what's being called the largest-ever bribery case in state history, a Hawaii businessman at the center of a state Capitol scandal is being accused of paying more than $2 million in bribes to a former Maui official. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Star News Live - Hawaii's News Headlines for 9/15/2022

Man accused in 1972 Waikiki cold case murder appeared in court on Friday.  Enrollment continues to drop at Hawaii's public schools.  The city says it has replenished its supply of toilet paper for public parks.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A Hawaii Supreme Court ruling has inmates in legal limbo — held behind bars even though their charges are no longer valid.On Oahu alone, prosecutors have identified 160 people who were charged with serious crimes by criminal complaints whose cases now have to go before a grand jury for an indictment.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hawaii Island police are investigating the discovery of a body in Hawaiian Beaches. The suspect accused in a cold case murder had his initial arraignment in Nevada. Hawaii County prosecutors say they're pursuing enhanced penalties for a California visitor accused of trying to kill his girlfriend.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Johnson Enos is a Grammy-nominated music producer, songwriter and playwright. Among his many credits: the Lilo & Stitch II soundtrack, Lilo & Stitch Tokyo parade, and work for Aulani, a Disney Resort and Spa. He's also the creative genius behind a musical called “Honu By the Sea,” a family-friendly musical that follows a Waikiki Beach Boy who meets Malia the honu and her ocean friends. In the latest episode of Island Beat, Billy V chats with Enos to get an inside look at his successful music career. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Star News Live - Hawaii's News Headlines for 9/14/2022

Officials will be providing an update Wednesday into the investigation of the fatal ambulance fire in Kailua. On Aug. 24, 91-year-old Fred Kaneshiro of Waimanalo was killed after the vehicle caught fire while in the parking lot of Adventist Healh Castle hospital. Paramedic Jeff Wilkinson was critically injured.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Star News Live - Hawaii's News Headlines for 9/13/2022

We're expecting to receive an update today on a deadly ambulance fire last month. A dog receiving emergency care was found with bullets lodged in its body. Fans can now get their fill of UH sports all year long.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A new trial has been ordered for three suspects previously convicted of beating a Kona hotel security guard in 2018. The state Court of Appeals ruled the prosecution violated rules during the trial of Wesley Samoa, Natisha Tautalatasi, and Lama Lauvao by using video of the guard in a hospital.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Star News Live - Hawaii's News Headlines for 9/12/2022

UH says masking will no longer be required anywhere on any UH campus after this Friday. Amid a shortage of school bus drivers, public high school students statewide can now sign up for free county bus passes. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former President Donald Trump's lawyers are now asking a federal judge to continue banning the Justice Department from reviewing the documents. The Justice Department seized those documents as part of an investigation into whether Trump illegally kept confidential documents after leaving office.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As summer winds down, the traffic to different Hawaiian islands is shifting. News outlets in Japan say the country could completely lift its cap on incoming visitors next month. After recent declines, Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen warns gas prices could rise again.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Star News Live - Hawaii's News Headlines for 9/9/2022

Maui County is starting a program that will allow the homeless to sleep in their cars overnight in a county parking lot. Officials are confident it will work, but add that steps have to be taken to ensure that it doesn't turn into an encampment.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Queen Elizabeth II is under medical supervision Thursday morning. Buckingham Palace says her doctors are "concerned for Her Majesty's health." The queen is 96 years old.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Star News Live - Hawaii's News Headlines for 9/7/2022

Star News Live - Hawaii's News Headlines for 9/8/2022

Waikiki has gone from the state's premier tourism hub to a crime hub in recent years. And now, city leaders are getting serious about restoring peace and safety. They're launching a new, coordinated crackdown of criminals known as "Safe and Sound Waikiki."See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Star News Live - Hawaii's News Headlines for 9/6/2022

At least 10 people have died and thousands have been displaced after a super typhoon tore through parts of South Korea. The pace of increase for Honolulu home prices may be slowing. And the Obamas were back at the White House today for the unveiling of their portraits. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Police departments across America are dealing with staffing shortages and Hawaii is no exception. On Maui, there's growing support for a new proposal at the County Council that could help hire and keep police officers by relaxing rules on when they can retire.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

At least six people are dead after a super typhoon slammed South Korea. A Florida judge denied a request from OnlyFans model Courtney Clenney's lawyer to limit the release of "sexually explicit" evidence to the public. And Southwest Airlines is adding inter-island flights. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Several beaches on Maui's north-facing shores remain closed Sunday, a day after a shark bite left a visitor from France with critical injuries. The 51-year-old woman was bit in waters off Maui's Paia Bay around 4 p.m. Saturday. Bystanders brought her to shore until emergency personnel took over.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Honolulu police are investigating two stabbings that happened Sunday in East Oahu. Liz Truss becomes the UK's new prime minister.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Preparations are underway for a mile-long parade on Oahu next week in celebration of the Honolulu Little League World Series champions. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The FDA and CDC have approved updated booster shots from Moderna and Pfizer designed to protect against the most common strains of the Omicron variant. The Hawaii Health Department says the BA.4 and BA.5 subvariants make up 95% of all cases in the state.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The city has announced new details on a parade that will honor the Honolulu Little League world champions. State and TSA officials are looking at ways to ease congestion at Maui's main airport. NASA is counting down to another attempt to launch its Artemis mission on a test flight to the moon.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

President Biden delivered a prime-time address tonight that the White House described as "the continued battle for the soul of the nation." But Republicans say he should be focused on more important issues. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hundreds on Oahu have applied for firearm permits in the months following a landmark Supreme Court decision. The Honolulu Police Department announced it will be holding a public hearing in October on changing gun rules.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

One person is dead and two others are seriously injured following a crash on Kunia Road this morning. Our Lynn Kawano has a new podcast with an in-depth look on the case of a Hawaii couple accused of acting as Russian spies. And Meadow Gold is making macadamia milk! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Known for his exquisite and delicious East West cooking, Ming Tsai is cooling off after feeling the heat in the Netflix reboot of Iron Chef. We caught up with the celebrity chef during his visit to Oahu to find out what he's been up to and what the pressure's really like on the set of Iron Chef. Listen now on our ‘Muthaship' podcast on our website or search for ‘Muthaship' wherever you download podcasts!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Honolulu Authority for Rapid Transportation has begun trial runs for the first segment of the 20 mile project. It's a significant development for the troubled system, which is over budget and far behind schedule.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.