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Family of security guard who died following brutal Downtown attack seeks justice
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HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) – A memorial is rising at Fort Road Mall for a safety guard who died after being attacked whereas on the job final week.
Honolulu police mentioned a homicide suspect was arrested Friday night time. He has been recognized as 30 year-old Razi Ali White. Beforehand, officers arrested one other man however launched him as a result of he was misidentified by a witness.
Authorities recognized the sufferer as Michael Stubbs, 58.
Whereas working final week Tuesday at Fort Road Mall, police say somebody hit Stubbs on the pinnacle with a metallic water container and ran off. The blow fractured his cranium, which led to a mind hemorrhage.
On Thursday, his household made the tough choice to take away him from life assist.
“I’m simply in a bubble, like this isn’t taking place. It is a dream,” mentioned Matilla Stubbs. “He went to work and this occurred to him and he by no means got here again house.”
“This has occurred earlier than. He acquired injured at work. He was pushed down the steps,” mentioned Erik Stubbs.
Nobody was arrested for that assault both.
The 58-year-old McCully man labored as a safety guard for 5 years after serving within the Military at Schofield. He liked spending time together with his 4 kids.
“They might go to the films collectively. They do issues collectively on a regular basis. On a regular basis,” mentioned Matilla. “He likes to prepare dinner good Thanksgiving meals for everyone.”
Staff in downtown are additionally shaken by the violent and random assault.
“Mike was simply the best safety guard,” mentioned Lori Shimabuku. “I’m hoping that there can be extra police presence to guard the folks. Particularly Mike, he was simply doing his job.”
Stubbs’ household desires to see the actual killer locked up.
“I don’t assume it’s honest that you simply took any person’s life. My dad. You ripped any person from their household. You understand, I don’t assume it’s honest,” mentioned Erik Stubbs.
“We would like this individual to pay for what he did,” mentioned Matilla Stubbs.
A GoFundMe has been set as much as assist the Stubbs household.
If in case you have any data, name CrimeStoppers at (808) 955-8300.
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UCLA vs. Hawaii: Live updates, start time, how to watch and betting odds
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From NCAA Division III to the Big Ten: The unlikely rise of UCLA’s Luke Schuermann
UCLA defensive lineman Luke Schuermann takes part in a drill earlier this month during fall training camp.
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Luke Schuermann often gets “the look” whenever he mentions his last football stop. It can be a quizzical expression or a blank stare based on the level of knowledge of the words just spoken.
Johns Hopkins? Wait, give me a second. Oh, you mean the school known for producing renowned journalists, doctors and scientists?
That’s right. That one. Among its most famous alumni are CNN anchor Wolf Blitzer, former President Woodrow Wilson and film director Wes Craven.
Something the Baltimore-based private research institution is not known for is its football program. Its first team, in 1882, had to play as the Clifton Athletic Club because of the school’s contempt for the emerging sport. For its first 13 seasons, students served as coaches.
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Kusch chosen to succeed Rep. Nakashima – West Hawaii Today
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HONOLULU — Gov. Josh Green on Friday announced the appointment of Matthias Kusch to fill the House District seat left vacant by the death of Rep. Mark Nakashima, who was unopposed in the recent primary election.
Kusch was among three candidates sent to the governor by the state Democratic Party, in accordance with state law. The other two were former state lawmaker Dwight Takamine and Kristen Alice Apruzzese, director of community relations for Hope Services.
Kusch is a retired Hawaii Fire Department Battalion Chief, a coffee and citrus farmer, affordable housing advocate, president of Hilo Bayfront Trails, Windward Planning Commission member and maintains a variety of other business and volunteer ventures.
In a press release, Green extended “a special appreciation” to Takamine for his “extensive history of service and his willingness to serve once more. We are considering asking him to serve in a different and perhaps more fitting role.”
After interviewing all three candidates, the governor selected Kusch given his experience as a firefighter and the state’s need to have someone with that experience and voice in the Legislature, according to the press release.
Kusch will represent House District 1 (Hamakua and a portion of Hilo, Kaumana).
“I am grateful to Governor Green for appointing me to this seat and will do my utmost to uphold the values and deep respect that the late Rep. Nakashima brought to our district,” Kusch said in the release. “As a former PTA and SCC president of EB deSilva Elementary School in Hilo, our team worked closely with Rep. Nakashima and Sen. (Lorraine) Inouye in their successful effort to secure nearly $3 million for classroom and related improvements and design.
“I have served my community during my career, and this is the next step to continue that service, on a larger canvas.”
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PODCAST: The story behind Hawaii’s beloved morning reporter Casey Lund
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HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) – Hawaii News Now’s very own Casey Lund joins Guy Hagi on this week’s episode of “Upfront with Guy Hagi.”
The Idaho native explains his journey to Hawaii and how he handled adapting to the Hawaiian culture.
Plus, we find out the real reason why Casey didn’t fly with the Blue Angels and why Guy had to take his place.
Also included: a never-before-seen skit that Casey and Steve Uyehara made for the Blue Angels episode.
Each episode of “Upfront with Guy Hagi” features a local celebrity or personality joining Guy for a drive in the HNN weather vehicle.
Listen to the fourth episode below, watch the video podcast or get the episode wherever you get your podcasts.
You can also watch “Upfront with Guy Hagi” on YouTube by clicking here.
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