Sunshine Kuhia Smith is a journalist based in Honolulu, Hawaii, and writes for KITV4 Island News. With a focus on local news, Sunshine covers a wide range of topics including crime, community events, and human interest stories. With a passion for keeping the community informed, Sunshine strives to bring important stories to the forefront and shed light on the issues impacting the people of Hawaii.
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Sunshine Kuhia Smith's coverage often revolves around local crime and community announcements in the United States, particularly Hawaii. If you're looking to reach out to her, consider offering insights or updates related to ongoing investigations, law enforcement activities, or community initiatives in Honolulu or other parts of Hawaii.
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By: Kuhia Smith
HONOLULU (Island News)—A fixture in Hawaii basketball has died. According to close friends, Pat Tanibe, a veteran basketball referee, died Saturday. Not only was he on the courts for Hawaii's prestigious assignments, like the Maui Invitational, Rainbow Classic, and Chaminade's upset of Virginia in 1982, but he also mentored former players.
By: Sunshine Kuhia Smith
HONOLULU (Island News)—The United States Army Criminal Investigation Division (CID) is offering a $10,000 reward for information on a missing woman last seen at her home at Schofield Army Barracks.
WAIANAE, Hawaii (Island News)-Honolulu Police are investigating an alleged shooting in Waianae.
Honolulu Police are investigating a shooting in Waianae. Police were called to a weapons incident on Puhinalo Place shortly after six Wednesday evening.
By: Kuhia Smith
WAIANAE, Hawaii (Island News)- Honolulu Police are investigating two shootings in the Waianae area that left a 15-year-old boy and 19-year-old man in serious condition.
HALEIWA, Hawaii (Island News) - Shark sighted sings are posted at Lainakea Beach and Chuns Reef shore breaks after two aggressive sharks were seen Saturday afternoon about 150-200 yards offshore. City officials say they are about 6 foot tiger sharks.
By: Kuhia Smith
HALEIWA, Hi (Island News)—Honolulu CrimeStoppers and the police department are seeking the public's help in locating Samantha Chun and Joseph Fujioka. They were last seen at a Mililani area convenience store purchasing items on Friday, January 17, 2025, at about 9:54 p.m. The Family later found their personal belongings at Ke Iki Beach on the North Shore the following morning.
HONOLULU (Island News) - Over two dozen people attended a virtual town hall Sunday for people affected by the 2021 Red Hill water crisis. The University of Hawaii created the Red Hill Registry workgroup to connect those impacted with resources such as healthcare, social services, and educational materials. The meeting allowed the community to offer feedback to organizers.
By: Kuhia Smith
HONOLULU (Island News)- Two people arrested in connection to the fatal New Year's Eve fireworks explosion in Aliamanu were released Saturday while police continue their investigation.
By: Sunshine Kuhia Smith
HALEIWA, HI (Island News)—A nonprofit group held a special event on Oahu's North Shore this week. Professional surfers from around the world teamed up with over a dozen keiki experiencing
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