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March 13, 2026

Famous volcano blasts lava 1,000 feet high, triggering emergency closures at national park

Hawaii's Kilauea volcano erupts with 1,000-foot lava fountains, forcing highway and park closures as the volcanic ash falls near Big Island communities.

March 4, 2026

Man dies after sneaking into closed section of popular national park

A Hawaii man, 33, was found dead after crossing into a restricted section of Kīlauea caldera, sparking an overnight rescue effort. Visitors have been warned to stay on marked paths.

February 14, 2026

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.

February 13, 2026

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.

February 3, 2026

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.

January 28, 2026

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.

January 20, 2026

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.

January 16, 2026

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.

January 2, 2026

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.

December 21, 2025

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.