Hawaii

Travel 4 days ago

Hawaii cruise thrown into chaos after emergency at sea forces port change

An Emerald Princess cruise ship harbor pilot fell into the water near Kauai after slipping from a rope ladder amid rough seas. The crew quickly rescued the pilot, who was uninjured.

Health 5 days ago

Popular honeymoon destination faces avian malaria threat, spread by mosquitoes

New research shows most Hawaiian forest birds carry avian malaria, fueling widespread transmission and raising extinction risks for native wildlife.

Media February 3

Babylon Bee touts legal win over Hawaii government's 'war against political memes and satire' in federal court

The Babylon Bee won federal court case against Hawaii's political speech restrictions with Alliance Defending Freedom representation, as CEO Seth Dillon celebrates free speech victory.

Travel January 28

Popular sunny destination to slash 10,000 vacation rentals in affordable housing push

The Hawaii governor has announced the removal of 10,000 vacation rentals to provide more housing for locals. Tourism policy changes are reshaping Aloha State visits.

Politics January 20

Gun rights on private property debated at Supreme Court

Supreme Court weighs Hawaii law requiring property owner consent for concealed carry. Conservative justices challenge Second Amendment restrictions.

Travel January 16

National park warns against dangerous crowding and traffic amid new volcano eruption

Hawaii's Kilauea volcano produces significant volcanic gas during the latest eruption. Officials are monitoring air quality as crowds flock to witness the activity.

Travel January 2

Hawaii's 'climate' cash grab hits wall as court blocks hefty new tourist tax

Hawaii's new 11% cruise tax has been temporarily blocked by a federal court after an industry lawsuit challenged the "Green Fee" for climate mitigation efforts.

Hawaii December 21

Fisherman survives near-fatal shark attack with own lifesaving care, instincts that kept him alive

Hawaii fisherman survives brutal shark attack after trying to help tangled predator, performs lifesaving first aid on himself in dramatic ocean rescue.

Pearl Harbor December 7

Pearl Harbor remembrance ceremony marks 84 years since attack

Pearl Harbor's 84th anniversary ceremony marks historic milestone as no survivors attend for first time, with only 12 of original troops still alive today.

Navy November 25

Navy sailor dies after rescuing 2 children from high surf in Hawaii waters

Florida sailor dies heroically saving two children from drowning in Hawaii's dangerous surf, making ultimate sacrifice to ensure kids reached safety.