President Joe Biden and first lady Jill Biden traveled to Maui on Monday to meet with residents affected by the wildfires this month, the deadliest in modern U.S. history. The Bidens landed around 5 p.m. ET, and were greeted by Hawaii Gov. Josh Green and first lady Jaime Green, along with Democratic Sens. Brian Schatz… Continue reading Biden arrives in Maui to meet residents after deadly wildfires
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Hawaii’s top power utility accused of years of mismanagement before the deadly wildfires
Hawaii’s biggest power utility faces growing scrutiny for the role it might have played in the deadliest wildfire in modern American history, including detailed allegations in a lawsuit filed Wednesday that it was negligent and knowingly failed to take proper action to prevent catastrophe. The lawsuit, first obtained by NBC News, alleges that Hawaiian Electric… Continue reading Hawaii’s top power utility accused of years of mismanagement before the deadly wildfires
Joe Biden will travel to Maui after deadly Hawaii wildfires
President Joe Biden and first lady Jill Biden will travel to Maui on Monday in the aftermath of the Hawaii wildfires, White House press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre announced on Wednesday. On Aug. 21, they will meet with first responders, survivors and government officials, she said. “In Maui, the President and First Lady will be welcomed… Continue reading Joe Biden will travel to Maui after deadly Hawaii wildfires
Looters and land speculators move in after deadly Hawaii fires
Nearly a week after Maui was ravaged by the deadliest wildfires in more than a century, and as residents continue to wait for word about their missing loved ones, a new set of problems has emerged: looters and speculators trying to cash in on the tragedy. A local businessman said people desperate for gas and… Continue reading Looters and land speculators move in after deadly Hawaii fires
Hawaii Governor speaks on deadly wildfires on island of Maui
IE 11 is not supported. For an optimal experience visit our site on another browser. Hawaii’s historic town of Lahaina left devastated after deadly wildfires 01:48 U.S. sounds alarm over safety of Nigerien president amid coup 01:55 Gilgo Beach suspect’s family threatens to sue police department 01:41 Special counsel appointed in Hunter Biden case 02:40… Continue reading Hawaii Governor speaks on deadly wildfires on island of Maui
Photos capture the deadly Maui wildfires and the tragic wreckage
Windswept wildfires ravaged the Hawaiian island of Maui this week, killing at least 55 people and decimating a historic seaside town. The images captured by photographers are apocalyptic: charred buildings, ash-strewn streets, scorched palm trees, abandoned cars, waterfronts bathed in a sickly haze. In one photo, the devastated community of Lahaina resembles a war zone,… Continue reading Photos capture the deadly Maui wildfires and the tragic wreckage
‘It looks apocalyptic’ Maui resident describes experience with deadly wildfires
IE 11 is not supported. For an optimal experience visit our site on another browser. ‘Our generation is angry’ David Hogg on new PAC supporting younger candidates 04:21 Now Playing ‘It looks apocalyptic’ Maui resident describes experience with deadly wildfires 04:35 UP NEXT ‘Encouraging first step’ NSC Spokesman John Kirby on Iran detainee negotiation 06:07… Continue reading ‘It looks apocalyptic’ Maui resident describes experience with deadly wildfires
Deadly Russian missile strikes destroy hotel and apartments, Ukraine says
Russian missiles struck the eastern Ukrainian city of Pokrovsk twice on Monday night, destroying a popular hotel and apartments, killing at least seven people and wounding scores, officials said on Tuesday. Interior Minister Ihor Klymenko said seven people, including five civilians, were killed. Overnight, regional officials said that eight people had died. Witnesses told a… Continue reading Deadly Russian missile strikes destroy hotel and apartments, Ukraine says
Pakistan holds funerals as government vows to hunt down those behind deadly suicide bombing
Pakistan held funerals on Monday for victims of a massive suicide bombing that targeted a rally of a pro-Taliban cleric the previous day as the government vowed to hunt down those behind the attack. No one immediately claimed responsibility for Sunday’s bombing, which killed at least 43 people and wounded nearly 100. Police said their initial investigation… Continue reading Pakistan holds funerals as government vows to hunt down those behind deadly suicide bombing