Honolulu police arresting sober drivers to rack up DUI arrests, ACLU alleges

The Honolulu Police Department said it will review all impaired driving arrests after the American Civil Liberties Union of Hawaii filed a lawsuit Thursday alleging officers are arresting sober drivers in an overzealous focus on making drunk-driving …

Iconic Ambassador Hotel of Waikiki Becomes Hawaii’s First Tapestry Collection by Hilton

The Ambassador Hotel of Waikiki, Tapestry Collection by Hilton on the island of O’ahu, has officially joined Hilton as the first Tapestry Collection property in Hawai’i. Situated at the gateway to Waikiki, this beloved hotel blends a legacy of …

Hawaii Imposes the Nation’s First Climate Change Tax for Tourists — And It’s Expected to Generate $100 Million Annually

NEED TO KNOW Legislators in Hawaii are implementing a hefty tax on tourism that they believe will help the state government take action against climate change Known as the first ever “Green Fee” in the country, Hawaii’s Act 96 will raise the …

Hawaii Job Corps to close

Two unique job training centers in Hawaii are slated for closure in a Trump administration move to terminate the federal government’s 61-year-old Job Corps program. The U.S. Department of Labor announced Thursday that Job Corps operations nationwide, which …

Hawaii-based coffee shop to open first NSB location this summer

Get ready to enjoy badass brews and tropical vibes this summer at New Smyrna Beach’s newest coffee hot spot. Bad Ass Coffee of Hawaii is making its Volusia County debut in just a few shorts months, with the opening of the chain’s 109 N. Causeway location …

Species-specific proton and oxygen flux in Hawaiian corals under ocean acidification—a microsensor analysis of the …

Species-specific proton and oxygen flux in Hawaiian corals under ocean acidification—a microsensor analysis of the concentration boundary layer Published 30 May 2025 Uncategorized Leave a Comment Tags: biological response, corals, laboratory, North Pacific …

Hawaii County Weather Forecast for May 30, 2025

Hilo Tonight: Partly cloudy with scattered showers. Lows 62 to 69 near the shore to 49 to 56 at 4000 feet. Northeast winds up to 10 mph shifting to the northwest around 10 mph after midnight. Chance of rain 50 percent. Friday: Mostly sunny. Isolated …

‘Very high expectations’: What it’s like flying Qantas Business Class from Melbourne to Honolulu

Before soaking in the warm Hawaiian sun, snorkelling with green sea turtles, or drinking a few too many Mai Tais, you first need to embark on your flight to this vibrant holiday destination. When I was offered the opportunity to travel to the Island of O…

Navy Region Hawaii N-Focus: Spotlight on Force Protection (N34)

JOINT BASE PEARL HARBOR-HICKAM, Hawaii – The Force Protection Department (N34) is made up of a combined team of military, civilian, and contract professionals whose mission is to man, train, and equip Navy Region Hawaii installations along the Combating …

Lawsuit: Honolulu Police Made 127 DUI Arrests, But The Drivers Were Sober

The ACLU wants the police department to stop arresting people without probable cause and due process. HPD said it is reviewing all drunken driving arrests dating back to 2021. Honolulu police officers arrested more than 100 people in a two-year period on …

A lawsuit says Honolulu police are arresting people for impaired driving even when they are sober

Hawaiian Volcanoes Have Erupted With Gold That Came From Earth’s Core

Over 99.999 percent of Earth’s gold is locked away within the Earth’s metallic core, buried beneath 3,000 kilometers (1,864 miles) of solid rock. However, every now and again, a volcanic eruption gives us a little bit of a taste of what’s down there. …

Hawaii County Surf Forecast for May 30, 2025

Forecast for Big Island Windward and Southeast Shores Tonight Friday Surf Surf PM AM AM PM North Facing 1-3 1-3 1-3 1-3 East Facing 1-3 1-3 1-3 1-3 South Facing 4-6 4-6 4-6 4-6 TONIGHT Weather Partly cloudy until 12 AM, then mostly cloudy. Scattered …

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Is Hawaii Safe For Travelers?

Hawaii is America’s 50th state — renowned for its rich native culture, tropical climate, world-class beaches, and top-tier resorts. The state has 137 islands, eight of which are considered “main islands.” Of those eight, six are open to visitors – Oahu, …

May recognized as Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month

COLORADO (KOAA) — The state of Colorado is now recognizing May as Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) Heritage Month! Governor Polis signed the official proclamation Wednesday. Nga Vương-Sandoval, the Vietnam refugee behind the …

Hawaii-based soldier accused of killing pregnant wife negotiates plea deal

U.S. Army Pfc. Dewayne Johnson sits with his teammates during an exercise at Helemano Military Reservation, Hawaii, in November 2023. (Joshua Linfoot/U.S. Army) The Hawaii-based soldier accused of killing his 19-year-old wife and unborn child last …

Hawaii enacts ‘green fee’ on tourists to raise $100M annually for climate, ecology protection

Hawaii Gov. Josh Green, a Democrat, has signed into law a “Green Fee” bill that will raise tourist taxes to help fund “climate-change” mitigation. Senate Bill 1396 raises the tourist tax on Hawaii hotels to 11% starting Jan. 1 — which would then increase …

Former Hawaii resident released after months-long detainment