HNN Staff
HNN Staff is a news organization that provides breaking news, investigations, and features on various topics including politics, business, lifestyle and more. The team consists of experienced journalists who are dedicated to delivering accurate and timely information to their audience. They cover events happening in Hawaii and around the world with a focus on providing comprehensive coverage of local news.
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The Daily's Verdict
This author has a mixed reputation for journalistic standards. It is advisable to fact-check, scrutinize for bias, and check for conflicts of interest before relying on the author's reporting.
Bias
95%
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- The articles provided do not contain any examples of bias.
Conflicts of Interest
58%
Examples:
- Ensure all commanders participate in live training exercises is another recommendation.
- Equip every supervisory police vehicle with a breaching kit to remove debris from roadways blocking any exit is recommended.
Contradictions
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- The plane made a hard landing.
- There were six people injured in the incident.
- The rise of unaffordable markets is an 'existential threat' to the middle class.
Deceptions
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Examples:
- The author states 'MPD's after-action report is among a number of exhaustive probes into the wildfire disaster on Aug. 8 that claimed at least 100 lives.' However, upon reading further into the article, it becomes clear that MPD did not conduct an after-action report but rather recommendations for future actions to be taken in case another disaster like this happens again.
- The title mentions 'after-action report' which implies a review of what happened during the Lahaina wildfire and how it could have been better handled by MPD. However, upon reading further into the body of the article, it becomes clear that this is not an after-action report but rather recommendations for future actions to be taken in case another disaster like this happens again.
Recent Articles
Three Helicopters Crash Off Kauai Coast: One Person Dead, Two Missing
Broke On: Friday, 12 July 2024Three helicopters from Ali'i Kaua'i Air Tours and Charters crashed off the coast of Kauai on July 12, 2024, leaving one person dead and two others missing. Witnesses reported the incidents near Hanakoa Valley along Na Pali Coast and about a quarter mile offshore. Search and rescue operations are ongoing with the Coast Guard leading efforts after sunset. 
Lifeguard and Professional Surfer Tamayo Perry Dies in Shark Attack off Oahu's North Shore
Broke On: Sunday, 23 June 2024On June 23, 2024, beloved lifeguard and professional surfer Tamayo Perry died from apparent shark bites while surfing near Goat Island on Oahu's North Shore. Known for his infectious personality and dedication to water safety, Perry began his career with the Honolulu Ocean Safety department in 2016 and was a professional surfer, having appeared in movies such as. Pittsburgh Named Most Affordable Major City in the World: Report
Broke On: Saturday, 15 June 2024Pittsburgh tops list as world's most affordable major city due to steady home prices and strong income growth, while Honolulu and California markets face housing crises. 
Fire Safety Report: Heroic Firefighting Efforts Amidst Maui's Deadly Wildfires, but Preparation and Communication Lacked
Broke On: Wednesday, 17 April 2024Last August, the town of Lahaina on Maui experienced a devastating wildfire that claimed 101 lives and caused extensive damage. A new report by the Fire Safety Research Institute reveals heroic firefighter efforts but also highlights missed opportunities for prevention. Despite red flag warnings and evidence of earlier fires, the Maui Fire Department was slow to prepare crews and equipment. Poor communication between emergency officials further hindered response efforts, potentially contributing to delays in deploying resources. An investigation by the Hawaii Attorney General's office suggests a downed powerline may have caused the fire. 
Maui Police Department Releases Preliminary Report on Wildfires Response in August 2024
Broke On: Wednesday, 07 February 2024The Maui Police Department has released a preliminary after-action report on its response to the deadly wildfires that occurred in August 2024. The fires were caused by severe weather and many of the victims were found along Kuhua Street, which is located in Lahaina district of the island on Aug. 8th, 2023. 
Missing Sailor Noel Rubio Safely Arrives in Hawaii After 2 Months at Sea on Malulani
Broke On: Tuesday, 06 February 2024On February 6th, the US Coast Guard announced that missing sailor Noel Rubio had arrived safely in Hawaii after going missing on his journey from California to Hawaii. The vessel Malulani is a 32-foot Westsail sloop that departed Long Beach, California on December 28th and was expected to arrive in Kaneohe, Oahu, Hawaii by January 18th. Rubio last made contact via cellphone from south of Catalina Island on the day he left Long Beach. 
Six Injured in Hard Landing of American Airlines Flight 271 at Kahului Airport in Hawaii
Broke On: Tuesday, 30 January 2024On January 28th, American Airlines Flight 271 from LAX to OGG made a hard landing at Kahului Airport in Hawaii. Six people were injured during the incident: one passenger and five flight attendants. All of those injured were transported to a hospital but later released. There were 167 customers and seven crew members on board.
