Killer's sentencing delayed
Local underworld figure Ethan "Malu" Motta, convicted of racketeering and murder in the Pali Golf Course shooting case, won't be sentenced Monday because his legal team, including high-powered New York defense attorney Charles Carnesi, has withdrawn from the case.
Taiwan president arrives today
Taiwan President Ma Ying-jeou arrives in Honolulu today for an overnight stopover on his way home from Central America. Before leaving tomorrow night, he will meet with Gov. Linda Lingle at a private breakfast, attend a reception in his honor and possibly be confronted by protesters.
Police panel advertises search for new chief
The Honolulu Police Commission has begun to run advertisements in search of a new police chief. The ads are scheduled to begin running tomorrow in daily Honolulu newspapers, including The Advertiser. The ad will also be posted on the International Association of Chiefs of Police Web site, commission officials said.
Filipino veterans of WWII honored in Hawaii ceremony
Yesterday, it was finally time for Salome Calderon, 84, and some 140 of her fellow Filipino veterans of World War II to stand and be recognized for their efforts in helping to assure an allied victory in the Pacific Theater.
Hawaii governor insists unions come up with budget-cut plan
The unions representing state workers said yesterday they want to meet with Gov. Linda Lingle on how to resolve the state's budget crisis, but the governor does not want to come to the table unless the unions present a formal plan. The administration is willing to sit down with the unions, but not just to "talk story," said Linda Smith, Lingle's chief policy adviser.