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New design unveiled for Hawaii's law enforcement memorial
HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - As Hawaii honors its fallen police officers this week, the push continues to build a permanent memorial. The Hawaii Law Enforcement Memorial Foundation just released renderings of the tribute's new design. Supporters said they still need about $300,000 for construction.

Hawaii's corrections, judicial systems get overhaul
It's a move prison reform advocates are applauding. Legislators have voted to make fundamental changes to the state's judicial system. They passed a law that streamlines prison and parole requirements

Hawaii Legislature closes out 2012 session
The Hawaii Legislature has adjourned for the year. State lawmakers ended the 2012 session on Thursday after passing the $11.2 billion state budget and related appropriation bills.