(The Hill) — Tesla warned U.S. trade representative (USTR) Jamieson Greer that the electric vehicle company and other American exporters are “inherently exposed” to retaliatory tariffs levied in response to ones from the Trump administration. “While Tesla recognizes and supports the importance of fair trade, the assessment undertaken by USTR of potential actions to rectify
(The Hill) — The Education Department announced Friday it is investigating more than 50 colleges and universities over what it called “racial preferences” in academics or scholarships, a move that comes amid the Trump administration’s wider crackdown on diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) programs. The department said 45 schools are under investigation for partnering with
NEW YORK (AP) — The Trump administration’s recent changes to student loans are causing frustration and confusion for some borrowers. In response to a February court ruling that blocked some Biden-era programs, the Education Department has taken down online and paper applications for income-driven repayment plans. “This especially hurts anyone who’s lost their jobs, including federal workers,” said Natalia
MANOA, Hawaii (KHON2) — Thousands of WarriorBall25 fans rocked the SimpliFi Arena at Stan Sheriff Center as the University Hawaii defeated Ball State in a straight set victory 25-19, 25-13, 29-27. ‘Bows host OUTRIGGER Volleyball Invitational this weekend The Bows were led by freshman Bulgarian hitter Kristian Titriyski, totaling 14 kills on 25 attempts, one
HONOLULU (KHON2) — Disturbing cases of children allegedly tortured and killed by their foster and adoptive parents are raising major concerns. Some say money is driving these individuals to get involved and officials are calling on the Department of Human Services to take immediate action. Woman accused of killing adopted daughter pleads not guilty Ariel
LĪHUʻE, Hawaii (KHON2) — Instability and uncertainty were the themes of Kaua‘i Mayor Derek Kawakami’s State of the County Address at the Līhu‘e Civic Center on Thursday, March 13. According to Kawakami, his proposed $347 million budget emphasizes infrastructure projects, affordable housing initiatives and improved customer service for county employees. Blangiardi looks forward as State
HONOLULU (KHON2) — State officials continue their crackdown on illegal fireworks after the Department of the Attorney General sentenced two men and charged one woman in separate stings. The Department of Attorney General said they successfully sentenced Wolfgang Clark and Daniel C. Young for selling illegal aerial fireworks to the community. Hawaii State fireworks laws
HONOLULU (KHON2) — More than $300,000 in funding is heading to the Honolulu Zoo for improvements and the addition of a new animal. The Honolulu Zoo just got even more fun for everyone The Director of Enterprise Services presented this year’s budget to the Honolulu City Council, which will fund improvements to animal holding facilities
HONOLULU (KHON2) — The University of Hawaii (UH) is bracing for potential job losses and significant funding cuts following recent changes in federal policies. UH President Wendy Hensel addressed these concerns during an open forum held today, where she discussed how the new federal directives could impact the university system’s 10 campuses across the state.
HALEIWA, Hawaii (KHON2) — Shark experts are looking for more regulation on shark tours in Hawaii, after there have been six shark bites on a shark tour in as many years. On Thursday, marine biologists, fisherman, water experts, and shark tour operators who do shark tours with cages, discussed the seemingly popular shark tourism industry
