Hawaii’s new macadamia nut label law highlights local pride

HONOLULU (Island News) — A new Hawaii law that took effect Jan. 1 is changing how macadamia nuts are labeled, and for local growers, it’s about protecting what makes their product different. Act 199 requires that any macadamia nut package sold in Hawaii …

Dixon leads UC Irvine against Hawaii after 23-point game

UC Irvine Anteaters (12-5, 5-0 Big West) at Hawaii Rainbow Warriors (11-3, 3-1 Big West) Honolulu; Sunday, 12 a.m. EST BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE: Rainbow Warriors -5.5; over/under is 137.5 BOTTOM LINE: UC Irvine visits Hawaii after Jurian Dixon scored 23 …

Alaska Nanooks Suffer Loss to Hawaii in Swimming Dual Meet

The Nanooks swimming team was defeated by the University of Hawaii, 139-65, in a dual meet, bringing their season dual record to 4-3. Key performances included second-place finishes in the 200-yard medley relay and the 800-yard freestyle relay. McKenzie …

Men’s Tennis Drops to Hawaii, 4-3

HONOLULU, Hawaiʻi – Gonzaga men’s tennis pushed Hawaiʻi to the wire Friday evening, earning three singles victories and competing on every court before falling 4-3. The Zags opened the match in doubles with competitive play across all three courts. …

50 years ago, these Hawaiian activists landed on Kahoʻolawe to end military bombing

Fifty years ago, Walter Ritte was one of nine Native Hawaiians to make it to the shores of Kahoʻolawe. The U.S. military had used the island for bombing practice for decades, and the group was determined to stop it. “We got to Kahoʻolawe. Helicopters came …

Hawaii suffers first defeat of the season against Loyola Chicago

GEORGE F. LEE / GLEE@STARADVERTISER.COM Hawaii suffered its first defeat of the season against Loyola Chicago on Friday at the Bankoh Arena at Stan Sheriff Center. The second-ranked Hawaii men’s volleyball team expected a different Loyola Chicago team …

Unbeaten Hawaii Baptist can’t miss in win over Sacred Hearts

For now, experience reigns in ILH Division II girls basketball. Ninth-ranked Hawaii Baptist put on a clinic for zone offense, shooting 57% from the field in the first quarter en route to a 46-31 win over Sacred Hearts on Thursday night at Dan Liu Gymnasium …

Hawaii County Weather Forecast for January 10, 2026

Hilo Tonight: Mostly cloudy with scattered showers in the evening, then partly cloudy with isolated showers after midnight. Haze through the night. Lows 59 to 68 near the shore to 50 to 56 at 4000 feet. Light winds. Chance of rain 50 percent. Saturday: …

What to know about Puka Nacua’s Hawaiian heritage

JUMP TO:  Puka Nacua’s ascent to becoming one of the best wide receivers in the NFL began with his upbringing. The Los Angeles Rams wide receiver is very proud of his family and heritage and wears his history proudly when he takes the field on Sundays. …

Hawaii, UC Irvine expect physical affair in showdown

The Hawaii men’s basketball team is scheduled tonight for its twice-annual physical exam. “They always bring the physicality,” UH forward Harry Rouhliadeff said of the showdown against Big West leader UC Irvine at Bankoh Arena in Stan Sheriff Center. “And …

Hawaii County Surf Forecast for January 10, 2026

Forecast for Big Island Windward and Southeast Shores Tonight Saturday Surf Surf PM AM AM PM North Facing 2-4 2-4 2-4 5-7 East Facing 1-3 1-3 1-3 1-3 South Facing 1-3 1-3 1-3 1-3 TONIGHT Weather Partly cloudy. Hazy. Scattered showers. Low Temperature In …

UC Irvine vs. Hawaii TV & Stream – Jan. 10

The Hawaii Rainbow Wahine (6-8) will look to end a three-game losing streak when they hit the road to play the UC Irvine Anteaters (14-2) on January 10, 2026 at Bren Events Center. Watch women’s college basketball, other live sports and more on Fubo. …

Woman, 19, with replica gun arrested after altercation at Honolulu airport car rental

HONOLULU (Island News) — A 19-year-old woman was arrested following a Thursday night incident at the car rental facility of the Daniel K. Inouye International Airport involving a replica gun. Police officers responded to a weapons call at 10:20 p.m. on …

Disney animation legend behind Lilo & Stitch joins Hawaii Pop Con

Global military leaders, policymakers tackle Pacific challenges in Honolulu Defense Forum

HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) – Hawaii-based think tank Pacific Forum is hosting its annual Honolulu Defense Forum from Jan. 12-13. Top military leaders, senior policymakers, and defense and tech industry executives will discuss challenges across the Pacific …

Hawaii to require financial literacy for public high school graduation

HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) – The Hawaii State Department of Education will require public high school students to complete financial literacy education prior to graduation. The instruction aligns with national standards and covers earning income, spending, …

DFS to close Hawaii operations, laying off 183 employees

STAR-ADVERTISER / AUG. 2, 2023 DFS Hawaii plans to close its Hawaii locations, including in Waikiki and at Honolulu and Kahului airports, in 2026, cutting 183 jobs. Shown here, pedestrians pass DFS Waikiki in 2023. DFS Hawaii is closing its operations …

James MacArthur said that his Hawaii Five-O co-star Jack Lord was a ”loner”

Not all co-stars are destined to become best friends. At the end of the day, acting is just a job, and you are not required to like your coworkers. Jack Lord and James MacArthur starred alongside each other for more than a few years while working on Hawaii …

‘Proud to be an indigenous person’: Nanakuli lineman represents Hawaii in Native All-American Game

HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) – The game of football can take players to a lot of different places. For Nanakuli offensive lineman Richard “Keoki” Chun, his football journey led Minneapolis, Minnesota. Selected as on of nearly 70 athletes to play in the Native …