Hannah Kobayashi isn’t returning to Hawaii after reaching loved ones by phone, family says

Hawaii photographer Hannah Kobayashi, who was missing for a month before she reconnected with her family this week, won’t be returning home, her sister revealed Thursday — calling the whole ordeal “absolute hell.” Sydni Kobayashi said in a long statement …

Hawaii Labor Unions

Rank Business Name / 2023 Rank Members 2023 Assets Top Local Executive(s) 1 Hawaii Government Employees Association, 888 Mililani St., #401, Honolulu, HI 96813, 808-543-0000, hgea.org 35343 NA Randy Perreira, Executive Director 2 Hawaii State Teachers …

Comment on Hawaiian being ‘dead language’ at council hearing draws widespread rebuke

HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) – A woman who sparked anger at the Honolulu City Council with an inaccurate and offensive comment about the Hawaiian language is doubling down. Her comment that Hawaiian is a “dead language” is being fiercely condemned by city …

Honolulu City Council testifier stirs controversy with comment that ”Ōlelo Hawaiʻi is dead’

Kai Lorinc, who called Ōlelo Hawaiʻi a “dead language” at yesterday’s Honolulu City Council testimony, responds to the statements she made that recently stirred up the local community. HONOLULU (Island News) — “Assuming it was Hawaiian and that is a …

Honolulu City Council testifier faces backlash for calling ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi a ‘dead language’

A testifier is facing backlash after saying ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi a dead language from bill statements at a Honolulu City Council testimony yesterday. HONOLULU (Island News) — The community is now buzzing over a controversial comment at the Honolulu City Council …

Letter: Hawaii Supreme Court takes stand against guns

Applause for the Hawaii Supreme Court, particularly Associate Justice Todd Eddins, for taking a stand against carrying firearms outside the home, as reported in a recent editorial (“Court reiterates gun safety stance,” Star- Advertiser, Our View, Dec. 10). …

Report: Caylen Alexander, 2 other Hawaii women’s volleyball players enter transfer portal

Mere days after the Hawaii women’s volleyball 2024 season came to an end, the offseason has already proven an eventful one for the Rainbow Wahine. Big West Player of the Year and AVCA All-Pacific Region honoree Caylen Alexander is among three UH players …

Turbulence slammed Hawaiian Airlines flight because of decision to fly over storm cell, report says

HONOLULU (AP) — A Hawaiian Airlines flight crew’s decision to fly over a hazardous storm cell instead of deviating around it was the probable cause for hitting severe turbulence that injured passengers and crewmembers in 2022, the National Transportation …

Former Hawaii lawmaker gets front row seat of White House at unique time of transition

HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) – A former Hawaii diplomat and state legislator is getting a front row seat at a unique time of transition. Patrick Branco is part of a special program that will allow him to see the inner workings of Washington, D.C. up close. The …

‘Iolani girls rally to top pesky Hawaii Baptist

For one quarter, Hawaii Baptist was the little train that could. A couple of rainbow 3s from Sierra Ramos and a surprising 10-5 lead over five-time defending state champion ‘Iolani opened eyes. Then the Eagles felt the wrath of a Raiders squad just 24 …

NTSB Blames Hawaiian Airlines Crew for 2022 Severe Turbulence Incident

The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) concluded in its final report on Thursday that the probable cause of the severe turbulence encountered by a Hawaiian Airlines flight in 2022 was the crew’s decision to fly over a dangerous storm cell instead …

Honolulu Restaurant Tip Theft Case Hardly The Only One In Town

Restaurant workers, advocates and government officials say practice of restaurant owners scooping up tips meant for employees is far more common than it seems. Where do the tips you leave your restaurant servers go? Maybe not where you think. An …

Hawaii secures over $6M to bridge digital divide

Hawaii on Thursday received more than $6 million from the federal government to implement its Digital Equity Plan, part of a nationwide effort to address barriers to internet access and use. The funding is provided through the $1.44 billion State Digital …

GeoTV Episode 4 now live – from the geothermal hotspot of Hawaii!

Episode 4 of GeoTV – now live! The 4th episode of GeoTV is now live, featuring the Geothermal Rising Conference in Hawaii and updates on geothermal innovation and enhancing communications. The fourth episode of GeoTV is now online featuring a recap and …

Hawaii Bowl pits San Jose State against South Florida

Hawaii Bowl: South Florida (6-6) vs. San Jose State (7-5), Dec. 24 at 8 p.m. EST. BetMGM College Football Odds: San Jose State by 2.5 KEY MATCHUP The Bulls’ defense gives up 278.7 yards through the air per game (128th in the FBS). The Spartans’ 325.3 …

Real Reason Hawaiian Hannah Kobayashi ‘Disappeared’ Emerges After Dad Killed Himself During Search: How She Vanished On …

Article continues below advertisement Source: FACEBOOKKobayashi’s father Ryan commited suicide during the frantic bid to find her and it’s not known if she’s been told about his passing. Article continues below advertisement And it’s now …

Pilot error blamed for turbulence on flight from Phoenix to Honolulu

A yoga studio owner in Hawaii recollects Luigi Mangione being a nice guy

New Release Codex of Echo by Travis Nagatoshi—Poetry That Inspires Transformation and Self-Empowerment

HONOLULU, HI, UNITED STATES, December 12, 2024 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ — Poet and author Travis Nagatoshi proudly announces the release of Codex of Echo, a deeply transformative collection of poetry designed to guide readers through the challenges …