Fronting the Halekulani Hotel in Waikiki, a narrow concrete boardwalk stretches across what was once a sandy shoreline at Kawehewehe — one of four ancient Hawaiian healing sites in the area. Read more
The Waikiki Beach Special Improvement District Association is collaborating with local government agencies and stakeholders to develop an interim beach restoration and mitigation plan for the state to save Waikiki’s beaches. Read more
According to the House Bill 698, 70% of violent criminals began by abusing animals, and animal cruelty often co- occurs with other serious offenses, including domestic violence and child abuse. Read more
One of the most pressing issues for UH is the future of funding for the John A. Burns School of Medicine and the UH Cancer Center. Read more
Enrollment in the financial literacy elective course rose from 182 students across 10 schools in the 2021-2022 school year to 761 students in nine schools by the 2024-2025 school year. Read more
After Hawaii confirmed its first measles case in years, the state Education and Health departments are ramping up vaccination efforts, focusing on thousands of students who remain noncompliant with school immunization requirements. Read more
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The Social Security Administration will continue accepting all types of claims by phone after Monday, reversing a previously announced plan that would have ended phone-based access for certain benefits. Read more
The American Civil Liberties Union of Hawaii has issued a formal legal demand to Maui Preparatory Academy in Lahaina, alleging the school has adopted a discriminatory policy targeting transgender students in violation of state anti-discrimination laws. Read more
The latest College and Career Readiness Indicators Summary Report provides insight into the readiness of Hawaii high school graduates for higher education and careers. Read more
Nonprofit leaders across the state are warning that cuts to technical assistance, staff reductions in federal housing offices and the anticipated loss of millions of dollars in grants under the Trump administration are creating ripple effects — threatening the long-term stability of Hawaii’s social safety net. Read more
Firefighters from the Hanalei Fire Station were dispatched just before 11:55 a.m. on April 3, following a report from the on-duty Battalion Chief that hikers were unable to continue due to rising water levels. Read more
Gov. Josh Green announced the grants of $5 million each to Kapiolani Medical Center for Women & Children and The Queen’s Medical Center-West Oahu Cancer Center, calling the funding a major investment in Hawaii’s health care infrastructure. Read more
Keone Peter Tosie Brown’s bail is set at $2,020,000 and will remain in custody pending his first court appearance Monday in South Hilo District Court. Read more
Federal authorities are investigating the crash landing Thursday of a small plane near Royal Kunia Country Club that injured two men. Read more
A propeller from the plane crashed through the roof of a nearby home on Waiahu Street but no one in the house was injured. Read more
A propeller from the plane crashed through the roof of a nearby home on Waiahu Street but no one in the home was injured. Read more
A bill moving through the state Legislature could make it easier for local high school graduates to qualify for in-state tuition at the University of Hawaii. Read more
State Attorney General Anne Lopez is leading a multistate legal battle to block the Trump administration in its attempt to dismantle the U.S. Department of Education, joining 20 other attorneys general in seeking a preliminary injunction to halt widespread layoffs and service disruptions. Read more
For Brian Copeland, fitness isn’t just about staying in shape — it’s about longevity and quality of life. Most of his clients are over 60, with some in their 80s, and about 70% of them are women. Read more
As Equal Pay Day highlights ongoing wage disparities, focus turns to the persistent gender pay gap in Hawaii. Despite progress over the decades, data shows that women in the state still earn less than men, particularly in higher-paying occupations and among certain ethnic groups. Read more
The traffic camera program originated from Senate Bill 2443, which became law during the last legislative session, authorizing camera systems to enforce speeding laws at intersections already equipped with red-light safety cameras. Read more
