KHPR-FM (Honolulu, HI)

KHPR (88.1 FM) is a radio station that operates in Honolulu, Hawaii. It is owned by Hawaii Public Radio (HPR) and serves as the main station for HPR's news, talk, and jazz programming. Established in 1981, its original studio was located at the University of Hawaii at Manoa.

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The next James Bond film will have Dune's Denis Villeneuve as its director

1 day ago | hawaiipublicradio.org | Bill Chappell

Dune director Denis Villeneuve views the world of James Bond as "sacred territory." Now he'll have a chance to shape that world: the Quebecois filmmaker is directing the next installment of the venerable spy's adventures. "I grew up watching James Bond films with my father, ever since Dr. No with Sean Connery," Villeneuve said as Amazon MGM announced that he will helm the next 007 movie.
Maui vacation rental bill continues to draw passionate testimony from both sides

1 week ago | hawaiipublicradio.org | Catherine Cluett Pactol

When it comes to short-term rentals, Maui County is approaching a critical decision point. Mayor Richard Bissen wants to increase the number of rental units available for locals. Opponents say that would hurt tourism and local jobs. Nearly 200 testifiers so far have weighed in on the mayor's vacation rental proposal. It would phase out short-term rental units in districts that are zoned for apartment buildings. These units make up about half of Maui's 13,000 total vacation rentals.
Which organization snubbed Trump this week? Find out in the quiz

1 week ago | hawaiipublicradio.org | Holly J. Morris
Honolulu Police Commission selects interim chief

1 week ago | hawaiipublicradio.org | Pixie Clay

The Honolulu Police Commission has picked Deputy Chief Rade K. Vanic to serve as interim chief, replacing outgoing Chief Joe Logan until a permanent chief is named. Vanic was unanimously selected by the seven-member commission during a lengthy meeting on June 18, when they decided to follow the city charter and appoint the next highest ranking Honolulu Police Department (HPD) officer to serve as interim chief. Previously, Vanic has served as interim chief when Susan Ballard retired in June 2021.
New House Agriculture Committee chair plans to prioritize invasive species, food security

1 week ago | hawaiipublicradio.org | Mark Ladao

The new chair of the House Committee on Agriculture and Food Systems said his focus will be on legislation addressing biosecurity and food security in the state. Rep. Cory Chun was appointed as the committee chair following recent changes in House leadership. Chun's district includes parts of Pearl City and Waipahu on Oʻahu. He's replacing former chair Kirstin Kahaloa, who's been named the new majority caucus leader.
Pacific News Minute: French Polynesia plans to create world's largest marine protected area

1 week ago | hawaiipublicradio.org | Derrick Malama

There's a new development when it comes to protecting part of the Pacific Ocean. French Polynesia's president has announced plans to establish one of the world's largest networks of highly protected marine areas. The newly established conservation areas will surpass the Papahānaumokuākea Marine National Monument, which spans 583,000 square miles and is currently the largest in the world.
Research looks into how endangered honeycreepers are trapped in an 'extinction vortex'

1 week ago | hawaiipublicradio.org | Maddie Bender

The bedroom habits of birds might not be a polite topic of conversation, but whether endangered honeycreepers mate with their relatives is critically important information for biologists. Inbreeding often spells doom for a species, but for species like the ʻakikiki and ‘akeke’e, small population sizes give scientists concern that the birds have no other choice but to pair up with relatives. Chris Kyriazis is a postdoctoral researcher with the San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance.
Memoir encapsulates the life of a Hawaiʻi waterman

1 week ago | hawaiipublicradio.org | DW Gibson

Manny Veincent, a rancher, soldier, and firefighter, has worn many hats over his lifetime. Perhaps he is best known for founding the Kawaihae Canoe Club nearly half a century ago. Over the decades he’s built a reputation as an insightful coach and an old school disciplinarian.
Kona coffee farmers spared from ICE raids - so far

1 week ago | hawaiipublicradio.org | Mark Ladao

It appears that at least some local farmers have been spared from federal immigration enforcement, including rapid policy changes over the last few days. Agents from the Immigration and Customs Enforcement, or ICE, have stepped up arrests of immigrant workers around the country to fulfill one of the president's campaign promises. Over the last few months, raids and arrests have taken place in Hawaiʻi as well. Now, local farmers worry that their operations and workers will be impacted.
FEMA no longer available for in-person fire survivor support at Maui recovery centers

1 week ago | hawaiipublicradio.org | Catherine Cluett Pactol

The Federal Emergency Management Agency is closing its presence at Maui recovery centers, 21 months after the wildfires. The agency said the demand for in-person services has dropped over time. As of Wednesday, June 18, FEMA staffing will end at the Kākoʻo Maui Relief and Aid Services Center in Kahului. FEMA in-person services at the Lahaina Resource Center will close on July 3. Both facilities are operated by the Council for Native Hawaiian Advancement.