Guns in paradise: Ruling could undo strict Hawaii carry law

HONOLULU (AP) — Megan Kau takes occasional weeklong hunting trips to the Hawaiian island of Lanai, where she enjoys watching the sunrise and hearing the distant rustle of deer and mouflon sheep in the tropical wilderness, a rifle ready at her side. As a …

‘They could be anywhere’: Hawaii’s Iolani Palace searches for lost royal artifacts

Completed in 1882, Iolani Palace was the official residence of Hawaiian monarchs.Courtesy Iolani Palace They’ve been found scattered across Hawaii, New Jersey, California, England and the rest of the world: Iolani Palace belongings from the time when …

Hawaii County Weather Forecast for June 25, 2022

Hilo Today: Partly sunny with scattered showers. Highs around 82 near the shore to around 70 at 4000 feet. Southeast winds up to 10 mph. Chance of rain 50 percent. Tonight: Mostly cloudy with scattered showers. Lows around 66 near the shore to around 52 at …

‘White Hawaiian’ coming to ProArts, highlights many talents of Maui’s Eric Gilliom

Eric Gilliom performs in “White Hawaiian,” which is coming soon to ProArts Playhouse in South Maui. PC: Eric Gilliom website Talented musician, actor and producer Eric Gilliom has performed seven comedic “White Hawaiian” theatrical shows on Maui — all of …

I was born and raised in Hawaii. Here are the 14 biggest mistakes I see tourists make.

Locals call this sweet treat shave ice. Make sure you don’t forget the snow cap and fresh mochi.Ashley Probst When tourists mispronounce Hawaiian words, it’s often an innocent mistake I’ve noticed non-Hawaiian speakers commonly mispronounce mahalo …

Colorado couple head for Hawaii to build a new life together

Fox Business host Cheryl Casone joins Howie and Theresa on their quest to find a home in Haleiwa, Hawaii. NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Howie and Theresa were such a fun couple to profile on “American Dream Home.” They have a …

VOLCANO WATCH: How Hawaiian Rocks Tell Their Stories

(BIVN) – From this week’s Volcano Watch article written by U.S. Geological Survey Hawaiian Volcano Observatory scientists and affiliates: Like the pages of a book, the stories of Hawaiian volcanoes are “written” in layers of rock. When Hawaiian Volcano …

Roe v. Wade ruling spurs strong reactions in Hawaii from all sides

Mahalo for supporting Honolulu Star-Advertiser. Enjoy this free story! Strong reactions from Hawaii leaders in politics, law, medicine, religion and other areas followed the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision Friday to strip away constitutional protections for …

Hawaii Health Department reports sixth probable case of monkeypox

Mahalo for supporting Honolulu Star-Advertiser. Enjoy this free story! The state Department of Health on Friday said it has identified an additional probable case of monkeypox in an Oahu resident, bringing the number of cases in Hawaii to five confirmed …

Hawaii health director urges masking, vaccination

Mahalo for supporting Honolulu Star-Advertiser. Enjoy this free story! The state Department of Health recommends masking in public indoors during the current coronavirus pandemic, even with average case counts trending down. During a Honolulu Star- …

Hawaii County Surf Forecast for June 25, 2022

June 25, 2022, 6:00 AM HST Shores Today Sunday Surf Surf AM PM AM PM West Facing 1-3 1-3 1-3 1-3 South Facing 2-4 2-4 2-4 2-4 TODAY Weather Mostly sunny until 12 PM, then mostly cloudy. Scattered showers. High Temperature In the lower 80s. Winds Northwest …

Hawaiian Shaved Ice, food cart staple for 20 years and counting, excited to return to Hoopfest!

How overturning Roe v. Wade impacts Hawaii

HONOLULU (KHON2) — Hawaii is one of 16 states in the country protecting abortion rights, but experts said the law is not infallible and there is still much the state needs to do to provide equitable access to women. Hawaii’s State Constitution protects a …

“Nā Kūpuna Nights” returns to Hawaii Convention Center

HONOLULU (KHON2) – Especially with the hustle and bustle of everyday throughout the week, it’s nice to give ourselves those moments to really sit back, relax, and enjoy the space.  This Sunday, you have the chance right here at the Hawai’i Convention …

Providers: Abortion remains legal in Hawaii, but access to care is a growing concern

HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) – Hawaii has protected a woman’s reproductive rights for half a century, but some doctors and patients want more public education and access to affordable abortion care. They say the end of Roe v. Wade is creating some confusion …

Hawaii gets 2 new charter schools

by: Julissa Briseno Posted: Jun 24, 2022 / 05:51 PM HST Updated: Jun 24, 2022 / 05:51 PM HST HONOLULU (KHON2) — The Hawaiʻi State Public Charter School Commission has approved the applications for two new charter schools. Namahana School which will …

Leading Democratic candidates for governor throw support behind efforts to strengthen Hawaii’s abortion law

HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) – The leading Democratic candidates for governor pledged to support strengthening Hawaii’s abortion law while the leading Republican candidates remained mostly quiet after Friday’s Supreme Court decision. Lt. Gov. Josh Green says …

2 arrested for alleged drug offenses at Pinky’s Hempire in Honolulu

Two people have been arrested on suspicion of drug charges after state health and public safety officials conducted search warrants at Pinky’s Hempire stores in downtown Honolulu and Waikiki. The warrants were executed by state and city law enforcement …

WATCH: Sculptor, now living in Hawaii, wins ‘Greatest Show In Sand’ with this design

HONOLULU (KHON2) — Every year, the Hampton Beach Sand Sculpture Competition takes place in New Hampshire. Artists from around the world compete in “The Greatest Show In Sand,” taking tiny grains of sand and water, then turning them into masterpieces. On …