Hawaii jobless claims, tourism jumped in last federal closure

JAMM AQUINO / 2019 Despite the 2019 government shutdown entering its second week, museums such as the Bowfin, left, and the Arizona Memorial were able to secure some financial backing to keep operations up and running. Unemployment claims jumped in …

Hawaii Island escapee arrested; two more remain at large

HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) – Hawaii Island police have arrested and charged one of the three men who escaped from the Hale Nani Correctional Facility last week. On Dec. 13, Hale Nani Correctional Facility personnel reported that Joseph C. Fernandez, 35, …

United flight attendants rally at Honolulu airport before travel rush

JAMM AQUINO / JAQUINO@STARADVERTISER.COM United Airlines flight attendants Kaimi Mohika, front, Sandi Siple, left, and Genelle Jucutan-Puga picketed Thursday with fellow flight attendants as travelers passed at Daniel K. Inouye International Airport. …

Video: Cirque du Soleil’s new ‘Auana show makes spectacular debut in Honolulu

Global entertainment powerhouse Cirque du Soleil premiered ‘Auana, its first resident production in Hawai‘i, to a sold-out audience at the OUTRIGGER Waikīkī Beachcomber Hotel this week (Dec 17). A dazzling homage to Hawai‘i’s heritage and Cirque’s iconic …

Former Rainbow Warriors thrilled for Hawaii Bowl homecoming

HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) – We’re just days away from the Hawaii Bowl, and while the Rainbow Warriors aren’t in the matchup, four University of Hawaii alums are. There was pure elation on the San Jose State University campus earlier this month when the …

Foundation grants wish of Hawaii trip to young man from Oak Lawn who beat cancer

By Adam Harrington, Jacob Sarracino December 19, 2024 / 8:58 PM CST / CBS Chicago 19-year-old from suburban Chicago surprised with Hawaiian vacation after beating cancer 19-year-old from suburban Chicago surprised with Hawaiian vacation after …

Hawaii County Weather Forecast for December 20, 2024

Hilo Rest Of Tonight: Mostly clear. Lows 60 to 68 near the shore to 49 to 56 at 4000 feet. Light winds becoming northwest around 10 mph after midnight. Friday: Mostly sunny. A 20 percent chance of showers in the late morning and afternoon. Highs 78 to 83 …

Hawaii County Surf Forecast for December 20, 2024

Forecast for Big Island Windward and Southeast Shores Tonight Friday Surf Surf PM AM AM PM North Facing 8-12 10-14 10-14 9-12 East Facing 2-4 2-4 2-4 2-4 South Facing 2-4 2-4 2-4 2-4 TONIGHT Weather Partly cloudy. Isolated showers. Low Temperature In the …

19-year-old from suburban Chicago surprised with Hawaiian vacation after beating cancer

Transportation Department Releases $250M to Honolulu Rail As Part Of Grant Agreement

December 19, 2024, 11:30 AM HST The US Department of Transportation has released an additional $250 million to the Honolulu Authority for Rapid Transportation (HART) as part of its Amended Full Funding Grant Agreement signed in February. The funding …

Check Out The New ‘Like A Dragon: Pirate Yakuza In Hawaii’ Trailer

Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in HawaiiCredit: Sega Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii hits PS4, PS5, Xbox Series X|S and Steam on February 21, 2025, and it’s looking positively insane. In a good way, of course. Sega has just released a brand new …

You can now redeem AAdvantage miles on all Hawaiian Airlines flights

There’s a new way to use your American Airlines AAdvantage miles for a flight to Hawaii. As of this week, AAdvantage members can redeem miles for flights aboard Hawaiian Airlines planes between the U.S. mainland and Hawaii. Head over to American’s …

Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii Game’s English Dub Trailer Reveals Cast

Sega began streaming a new English-dubbed trailer on Thursday for Ryu ga Gotoku Studio’s Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii (Ryū ga Gotoku 8 Gaiden: Pirates in Hawaii) game, and it reveals the English cast. Matt Mercer reprises his role as Majima. …

A third opossum has been captured in Honolulu this year

December 19, 2024, 5:25 AM HST * Updated December 19, 5:26 AM Opossum caught in Iwilei (12.18.24) PC: Hawai‘i Department of Agriculture Plant quarantine inspectors with the Hawai‘i Department of Agriculture trapped an opossum overnight at a big-box store …

DOT releases additional $250M in federal funding to Honolulu’s rail

HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) – The U.S. Department of Transportation has released an additional $250 million to the Honolulu Authority for Rapid Transportation for the Skyline rail system, U.S. Sen. Brian Schatz (D-Hawaii) announced on Wednesday. It follows a …

Summer vibes at the boat show, plus Hawaiian luxury

HERE: SUMMER VIBES AT THE NEW ENGLAND BOAT SHOW Experience a splash of summer in the heart of winter at The Discover Boating New England Boat Show at the Boston Convention and Exhibition Center (Jan. 8-12). Peruse a comprehensive selection of boat brands …

Best photos of December 19: A speedboat accident in Mumbai to Surf competition in Hawaii

Bobby Grudziecki, chief operating officer of Frank Porter, identifies the five most popular areas in Dubai for those looking to make the most out of their properties and the rates owners can secure: • Dubai Marina The Marina and Jumeirah Beach Residence …

Hawaii State FCU opens scholarship applications

HONOLULU — The Hawaii State Federal Credit Union, hereafter referred to as Hawaii State FCU, announced on Tuesday that the scholarship application period for its 2025 student scholarship program is open through the Feb. 28, 2025 deadline. Under this …

Suspect surrenders from Don Quijote barricade in Honolulu

UPDATE – 12/18, 10 P.M. The barricade suspect surrendered from Don Quijote and was taken into police custody at 10:10 p.m. A sergeant at the scene said the man was arrested for arson and criminal property damage. Honolulu police used pepper spray as an …