Hawaii reaction to Republican tax bill falls along party lines

HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - After House Republicans approved President Donald Trump’s “Big Beautiful Bill,” Hawaii’s governor and congressional delegation called it a terrible bill that they all opposed. Gov. Josh Green and Hawaii’s congressional delegation …

State officials, Los Angeles Rams mull more Hawaii minicamps; preseason game unlikely

WAILUKU, Hawaii — Puka Nacua passed through a War Memorial Stadium gate with a wide smile and an open hand as he prepared to greet a horde of eager keiki pressed together along a waist-high metal fence. Between some rounds of jan-ken-po with the Maui …

Interstate telehealth easy way to improve Hawaii healthcare access

By Keli‘i Akina The Fourth of July is just around the corner, and for many of us, it’s an occasion to reflect on the many freedoms that we have — or don’t have, as the case may be. When it comes to healthcare in Hawaii, it is clear there is room for more …

AAA Hawaii: Gas prices hold steady before holiday weekend

Gas prices are holding steady in Hawaii, according to the AAA Hawaii Weekend Gas Watch. On Thursday, AAA Hawaii reported the statewide average price for regular unleaded was $4.47, which is the same as last week and 22 cents lower than at this time last …

Okinawa store hosts fair to celebrate 125th anniversary of migration to Hawaii

HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - A Department store in Okinawa hosted its first Hawaii Fair to celebrate Okinawan migration to the islands. Organizers say although Hawaii Fairs are common in malls across Japan, this is the first one held at Ryubou Department …

I Wore These Celeb-loved Sneakers 8 Days Straight in Hawaii—and They’re Nearly $100 Off for Fourth of July

I’m not exaggerating when I say I’ve tested out hundreds upon hundreds of sneakers over the years. As a longtime health and fitness journalist, it doesn’t take me long to file this type of footwear into a few different categories: ideal for running, best …

Leasehold Hawaii Kai Shopping Center changes hands after auction

After years of a receivership lawsuit playing out in court over Oahu's Hawaii Kai Shopping Center, Hunt Development Group bought the property's leasehold at an auction as an investment after a court ruled it could be sold off.

Transpac 2025 kicks off with 2 waves of racers setting sail for Hawaii

HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - The 2025 Transpacific Yacht Race officially began Tuesday, July 1, with the first wave of competitors leaving Long Beach, California. Sixteen boats launched under clear skies and favorable winds, setting a course for Diamond Head …

Fourth of July celebrations to take place across Hawaii

Bank of Hawaii Corporation DEP SHS SER B declares $0.50 dividend