Evangeline Lilly Reveals Brain Damage After Hawaii Accident: “Almost Every Area in My Brain Is Functioning at a …

Evangeline Lilly is beginning the new year with an unsettling health update. The Ant-Man and the Wasp actor revealed she has brain damage following a traumatic accident in Hawaii, where she fainted and fell face-first onto a boulder. Sharing the news on …

Volcanic Ash: Tom Coffman a must read for understanding Hawaii

STAR-ADVERTISER / 1998 Tom Coffman I was interning for Honolulu Star-Bulletin Big Island correspondent Jack Bryan during the 1968 election when a tall, fair-haired man in his mid-20s entered the office with a bit of swagger, chewing an unlit cigar …

Borreca’s final column reflects on Hawaii’s major politicos — and political promises made

Never let anyone tell you politics doesn’t matter. Hawaii has been shaped by the political battles, ranging from housing to taxes. The big win is controlling the state’s governorship, but power struggles extend down to the simple committee appointments in …

Venezuela crisis felt in Hawaii, sparking a mix of emotions

HONOLULU (Island News) — Explosions ignited overnight in Venezuela’s capital city, Caracas. And as news broke this morning that the U.S. had captured Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro, people here in Hawaiʻi woke up to a mix of shock, relief and …

Actress Evangeline Lilly says she has brain damage after traumatic fall in Hawaii

The “Ant-Man” and “Lost” star said she suffered a traumatic brain injury following a fall in Hawaii and is beginning treatment with doctors. WASHINGTON — Actress Evangeline Lilly said she is beginning the new year with a serious health challenge …

Science The Cool Down Scientists uncover troubling reason behind recent whale death outside Hawaii: ‘It’s heartbreaking …

A dead sperm whale washed ashore in Hawaii earlier this year, and scientists suspect they have found the culprit: plastic. What happened? Scientists believe the whale, which beached in Kauai, died from ingesting fishing traps and nets, plastic bags, and …

Editorial: Hawaii’s minimum wage needs revisiting

Workers in Hawaii who are earning the minimum wage got a pay bump on New Year’s Day, from $14 to $16 an hour. Crediting Hawaii’s Legislature for the increase, Gov. Josh Green’s announcement on the wage hike states that it’s “designed to support working …

Kona low prompts Flood Watch through Monday afternoon for Hawaiian Islands

January 3, 2026, 7:42 PM HST PC: NWS / NOAA The National Weather Service has issued a Flood Watch for all Hawaiian Islands though Monday afternoon. A kona low will develop north of Kauaʻi late Saturday night and drift southwest Sunday before moving to …

Signs of Hawaiian Life – Jan. 4, 2026

1/3 Swipe or click to see more During a visit to Rotterdam, Netherlands, Cecelia Izuo of Kaneohe was greeted with “Aloha” at the doors of Hawaii Poke Bowl restaurant. Photo by Clarence Izuo. 2/3 Swipe or click to see more Linda Kawahara and Cheryl …

Community First: Is Hawaii the ‘Health State’?

Hawaii is unquestionably the Aloha State. However, during the optimistic era from 1987 to 1994 when John Waihe‘e was governor, Hawaii was also known nationally as the “Health State.” Subscribe today for unlimited access. Already a subscriber? Login Not …

Chaikin scores 21, UC San Diego knocks off Hawaii 83-73

Poll By Canadian Press on January 3, 2026. SAN DIEGO (AP) — Alex Chaikin had 21 points and Bol Dengdit scored 19 in UC San Diego’s 83-73 victory against Hawaii on Saturday night to snap the Rainbow Warriors’ seven-game win streak. Chaikin shot 5 of 7 from …

What Caused Evangeline Lilly’s Traumatic Brain Damage After Hawaii Fall? ‘I Smashed My…’

Actress, Evangeline Lilly started the new year with “bad news” as she isn’t in the best of health. On January 2, 2026, she revealed suffering from brain damage and cognitive decline following a severe head injury she sustained in May 2025. …

Hawaii’s Big Island bans feeding feral cats in an effort to help endangered native species

Hawaii protest highlights anger over U.S. military actions in Venezuela

Dozens gathered at the state capitol to protest following the U.S. airstrikes on the capital of Venezuela, voicing concerns over international actions and historical parallels. Protesters expressed disapproval of President Trump’s actions, and many …

Chaikin scores 21, UC San Diego knocks off Hawaii 83-73

Judge removes himself from Hawaii Kai murder case—son accused of killing of mother

HONOLULU (Island News) — The judge in the Hawaii Kai murder case involving the man accused of killing his mom at her Hawaii Kai home in late December has removed himself from further proceedings on Friday. Micah Auna, 29, was indicted with second-degree …

Judge removes himself from Hawaii Kai murder case

The judge in the Hawaii Kai murder case involving the man accused of killing his mom at her Hawaii Kai home in late December has removed himself from further proceedings. Judge Ronald Johnson filed the order after Auna’s appearance in circuit court on …

Evangeline Lilly Says She Has Brain Damage Following Hawaii Fall and Concussion

Evangeline Lilly suffered a traumatic brain injury following a fall in Hawaii, the “Lost” star revealed on social media. “It’s late on January 1, the first day of 2026, and I’m entering into this new year, the year of the horse with some bad news about my …

Protestors in Hawaii oppose Trump’s attack on Venezuela

HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) – Several in Hawaii are expressing disapproval of President Donald Trump’s actions in Venezuela, removing leader Nicolas Maduro Saturday, with plans to take over the South American country and sell its oil. Organizers held a …