Judge Blocks Waters’ Third Term Bid | Honolulu News

Fausto Brings Surf Alerts for Hawaii | Honolulu News

Tropical Storm Fausto is barreling toward Hawaii, set to skim north of the islands but still packing a punch—dangerous surf and strong currents are brewing along east-facing shores through Tuesday and Wednesday. Beachgoers, stay out of that water. Rain showers are also possible, with totals depending on Fausto’s exact path—stay tuned for updates. Meanwhile, Hurricane Genevieve, a former Category 5 storm now downgraded to Category 4, is far away in the Eastern Pacific and poses no threat to Hawaii, but its presence signals a hyperactive hurricane season. For now, Hawaii’s focus is on Fausto’s surf and weather disruptions—stay safe. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/8df24bfce52283c5

Capitol Ballot Counting Under Scrutiny | Honolulu News

Ballots are being counted in a secure, transparent process overseen by 80 seasoned volunteers—some with over 20 years of experience—who’ve all reported zero signs of fraud. From Capitol storage to Senate floor counting, every step is monitored by election observers, with volunteers’ phones and belongings secured. Skeptics often doubt earlier stages like drop boxes, but once ballots reach the Capitol, volunteers like Republican Jamie Detwiler and veteran Mike Kerr say the counting is flawless and beyond reproach. With no opportunity to tamper or examine individual ballots, the consensus is clear: this system is secure and trustworthy. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/6039fb00d42d57c5

RIMPAC Disrupted by Tropical Storm | Honolulu News

RIMPAC got a wild twist this year when Tropical Storm Fausto dumped rough seas, forcing the cancellation of planned beach landings—and sending Marines in by helicopter instead. Weather’s no stranger to disrupting the massive drill, but this year’s storm turned a major amphibious assault into an airborne one. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/c262fe6d10ec2f90

Judge Blocks Waters’ Third Term Bid | Honolulu News

A judge just ruled that Honolulu City Council Chair Tommy Waters can’t run for a third straight term in District Four — a bombshell decision less than two weeks before the primary. Challenger Trevor Ozawa, who argued Waters violated the city’s two-term limit, celebrated the ruling, calling it a victory for voters’ charter. Waters, a lawyer himself, plans to appeal, insisting the people should decide. The ruling throws the election into chaos, with officials scrambling to determine how it affects already-mailed ballots — and whether votes for Waters will be counted. Ozawa, who’s running on a platform of term limits and fresh leadership, said he’d honor the same rules if elected. Despite Waters’ massive fundraising lead — over $321,000 to Ozawa’s $22,000 — the race was already one of Honolulu’s most watched, with the legal battle centered on whether Waters’ 2019 special election term counts toward his limit. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/c6051e11236d23c3

Youth Assault at Maui Resort | Honolulu News

A 20-year-old man has been arrested on Maui over a chaotic July 17th incident at Kaanapali Alii Resort, where a group of California vacationers say they were violently assaulted by a large group of local youths—some as young as 17—after being harassed earlier near Whalers Village. Reports say chairs were thrown and multiple victims, aged 17 to 62, were physically attacked, with one visitor alleging a female youth leader threatened violence. Police are investigating, interviewing witnesses, and withholding details to preserve the case’s integrity, while the resort reaffirms guest safety as its top priority and urges anyone with info to contact authorities. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/27141412ebc48f56