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Hawaii leaders remember Holy Father’s progressive ideals

Hawaii leaders remember Holy Father’s progressive ideals

Hawaii’s religious, political and educational leaders mourned the compassion and humility of Pope Francis, who died of a stroke Monday morning in the Vatican guesthouse where he lived. He was 88.

By Mia Anzalone
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Report: Maui short-term rental ban would bring big economic shocks

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UH president joins over 170 academic leaders opposing Trump’s education policies

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City Council confirms Honolulu EMS leader’s reappointment

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Harvard University sues Trump administration

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City Council confirms Honolulu EMS leader’s reappointment

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Moanalua freshman Sadie Krueger is on pace to break many state marks

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Letter: Aquifers are off-limits for new isle landfills

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Editorial: Pass green fee bill to fund climate resilience

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Column: A promise to our planet on Earth Day

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Off the news: Pope Francis leaves an enduring legacy

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Hawaii leaders gather and mourn the death of Pope Francis

Hawaii leaders gather and mourn the death of Pope Francis

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Catholics around the world mourn the death of Pope Francis

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Highlights from the life of Pope Francis

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A sweet dessert with Royal ties

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Crime in Hawaii

Suspect, 33, in Kipapa Gulch fatal crash pleads not guilty

Suspect, 33, in Kipapa Gulch fatal crash pleads not guilty

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Vatican says Pope Francis died after stroke, cardiac arrest

Vatican says Pope Francis died after stroke, cardiac arrest

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World news

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Pope Francis’ body to lie in state before funeral on Saturday

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FDA suspends milk quality tests amid workforce cuts

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