Hawaii to tighten firearm laws
Gov. Josh Green has signed into law two bills regulating guns in the islands and is considering two others as the state Legislature this year moved to strengthen Hawaii’s already strict firearm laws. Read more
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Hawaii water commission nominee garners flood of support
No one opposed Hannah Springer’s confirmation at the committee hearing where 308 people and organizations submitted supportive written testimony. Read more
Waianae gang leader apologizes before 14-year sentence
The 47-year-old leader of a Waianae gang Opens in a new tab that marketed methamphetamine, organized cockfights and kept a firing range on a 10-acre property will spend 14 years in federal prison. Read more
Sister’s testimony offers clues to what happened to Isabella Kalua’s body
The transcript of the testimony was attached to a motion filed in February to dismiss the murder charge filed by Lehua Kalua, Isabella’s adoptive mother. Read more
Kokua Line: How many feral cats live on Oahu?
Question: Does anybody know how many feral cats there are on Oahu? Read more
Several international students at UH have visas revoked
A “few” international students at the University of Hawaii are among more than 1,000 students who have been stripped of their visas across the United States. Read more
Hilo man charged with of sex assault, violating protective order
Hilo Circuit Judge Henry Nakamoto ordered Jonathan Lesieur last week to return to court June 24 for “further proceedings.” Read more
City fails to collect millions in fines from Oahu rentals
The city has issued over $100 million worth of fines for short-term rental violations over the past three fiscal years but has collected less than $2 million — or barely 2% — even after hiring a collection agency in 2023 that was tasked with bringing in every dollar owed to the city. Read more
Hapalua draws more than 30% participants from out of state
It was Jason Porter’s first time visiting Hawaii when he crossed the finish line of the Hapalua on Sunday morning, which completed his quest to run a half-marathon in all 50 states. Read more
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State House bill could help Hawaii pet owners find closure
House Bill 667 would require the state Department of Transportation to scan any animal found dead for a microchip, identify the owner and report the information to animal services before treating it as a stray. Read more
Navy seeks to reactivate wells closed during Red Hill crisis
More than three years after the Navy shut down two of its Oahu water wells in response to the Red Hill water crisis, the service is now looking to reopen them. Read more
Vital Statistics: April 3-10, 2025
Each week, the Honolulu Star-Advertiser publishes Oahu statistics for marriage licenses and birth certificates filed with the state Department of Health. Read more
Hawaii lawmakers want moped riders under age 21 to wear helmets
Senate Bill 30 also would raise the legal age to drive a moped, from 15 to 16. Read more
Bill would fund Hawaii island health center expansion
The $80 million in special purpose revenue bonds sought by House Bill 341 would help HICHC purchase or lease land to develop four additional health care facilities. Read more
Lawmakers take up the issue of midwifery, possibly affecting Native Hawaiian practices
Thirty-one years ago, Native Hawaiian cultural practitioner Laulani Teale gave birth alone in a sacred plot of land in Halawa Valley. Read more
Volcanic Ash: It’s the unlearned lessons that defeat a better Hawaii
Hawaii Tourism Authority board Chair Todd Apo was way premature in urging the board to “put to bed” and “move on” from concerns raised by a state audit about questionable discounts given by the Hawai‘i Convention Center to two nonprofits associated with former HTA board Chair Mufi Hannemann. Read more
Local ‘American Idol’ singer aims to connect with fans as voting opens
Hawaii will get its first chance Monday to show aloha for Oahu native Thunderstorm Artis as “American Idol” welcomes viewers to vote for their favorite performers. Read more
Hawaii lawmakers consider requiring minors to wear skateboard helmets
Minors would be required to wear helmets when riding skateboards on public property under two bills that continue to move through the Legislature. Read more
Oahu’s traffic fatalities nearly tripled in deadly start to 2025
Kailon Tyndzik, 30, of Kauai, was a well-loved surfer with an adventurous spirit, always willing to lend a helping hand, according to friends and family. Read more
Kokua Line: Would Hawaii REAL ID satisfy SAVE Act?
Question: Regarding the SAVE Act, which would require proof of U.S. citizenship before someone can register to vote, if this passes would a current Hawaii REAL ID be enough proof? I don’t have a passport. Also, would this affect people already registered to vote? Read more
Famed war correspondent to be honored at final resting place
Legendary World War II newsman Ernie Pyle will be honored at a ceremony Friday marking the 80th anniversary of his death during the Battle of Okinawa. Read more
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