US supreme court to hear challenge to Hawaii’s strict gun law

Hawaii, which has some of the strictest gun laws in the United States, will see its regulations challenged before the supreme court on Tuesday. The court will consider the legality of the state’s law that bans people from bringing firearms on private …

At Hualalai, Golf Defines One Of Hawaii’s Finest Resort Communities

Aerial view of Hualalai, including the 18th hole of the resort course. Erik Matuszewski Spread across nearly 1,000 acres at the base of Mt. Hualalai on the Big Island, golf is the core of a spectacular oceanfront property that ties together a luxurious …

Supreme Court tackles Hawaii’s ‘vampire rule’ for gun owners

WASHINGTON — The Supreme Court on Tuesday weighs a challenge to a Hawaii gun restriction dubbed the “vampire rule” because, as with the fictional creatures in folk tales and the novel “Dracula,” people carrying firearms are required to seek permission …

Justice 4 Herb Files Lawsuit Challenging Hawaiʻi Hemp Laws, Citing Harm to Small Businesses and Market Competition

Justice 4 Herb, a legal and advocacy initiative focused on cannabis and hemp policy reform, has filed a lawsuit against the State of Hawaii. HONOLULU, HI, UNITED STATES, January 19, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ — Justice 4 Herb announced today that it has …

US Reuters US Supreme Court to hear challenge to Hawaii handgun limits

By John Kruzel WASHINGTON, Jan 20 (Reuters) – The U.S. Supreme Court was set on Tuesday to weigh a challenge to a Hawaii law restricting the carry of handguns on private property that is open to the public, such ​as most businesses, without the owner’s …

Hawaii’s physician workforce on life support with hundreds of doctors needed

HONOLULU (Island News) — When they can’t find a doctor, neighbor island patients end up here on Oahu at hospitals like Straub. That’s the case year after year as patients and providers call for help with the worsening doctor shortage. “In the …

From Hawaii to Mexico: Resorts debut fresh new looks in 2026

Jan. 20, 2026, 5:39 a.m. ET Who doesn’t love a good makeover? When that makeover takes place at a hotel or resort in an oh-so-desirable tropical location, it’s all the better. From the beaches of Hawaii and Florida to locales in Mexico and the Caribbean, …

Hawaiian Bros Names Shannon Scott CMO

Hawaiian Bros announced that Shannon Scott has been appointed Chief Marketing Officer, bringing a track record of high impact brand building, strategic leadership, and deep experience guiding organizations through periods of rapid growth. Scott will …

Hawaiian night at the HPC: Free food, shirts and great LSC hoops

By CHASE UPTON/Sports Editor TYLER, Texas—The University of Texas at Tyler’s men’s and women’s basketball teams return to action inside the Herrington Patriot Center for the first time this semester as they host Hawaiian Night. The Patriots will …

Supreme Court weighs Hawaii’s ‘default’ ban on guns on private property that’s open to the public

The Supreme Court will hear arguments Tuesday over a Hawaii law that bars people from carrying guns onto private property without the explicit approval of the property owner, a measure intended to reduce guns in retail stores and other businesses open to …

Editorial: Hawaii Legislature must cut path to sensible budget

The state Legislature raises its curtain again on Wednesday revealing more than the usual degree of economic uncertainty that lawmakers confront each year. Not all the forecast figures are dire, but there is surely ample reason for Hawaii’s elected leaders …

Governor of Hawaii, Josh Green Appoints Jon Itomura as Chair of the Hawaii Public Utilities Commission

Governor of Hawaii, Josh Green has appointed Jon Itomura as Chair of the Hawaii Public Utilities Commission (PUC). Itomura will succeed Leo Asuncion as chair and has resigned from the Campaign Spending Commission to comply with state law. Itomura brings …

Hawaii County Weather Forecast for January 20, 2026

Hilo Tonight: Partly cloudy. Scattered showers in the evening, then isolated showers after midnight. Lows 56 to 65 near the shore to 45 to 52 at 4000 feet. Southeast winds up to 10 mph shifting to the southwest after midnight. Chance of rain 40 percent. …

Altafiber picks Nokia 25G PON, optical and IP routing kit to drive network upgrades in Ohio and Hawaii

Altafiber, a US-based fibre, TV and home phone services provider, has selected Nokia to deliver 25G passive optical, IP routing and advanced fibre infrastructure equipment. Nokia’s product will help Altafiber scale up its service offering, supporting …

Frigid Hawaii football fan catches eye of famous podcaster

HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) – “He was the coldest human on Earth!” That’s how celebrity podcaster Dan ‘Big Cat’ Katz described a frigid football fan from Hawaii. Katz posted a picture from the stands of Soldier Field in Chicago while watching the NFL NFC …

Hawaii County Surf Forecast for January 20, 2026

Forecast for Big Island Windward and Southeast Shores Tonight Tuesday Surf Surf PM AM AM PM North Facing 3-5 3-5 3-5 4-6 East Facing 2-4 2-4 2-4 2-4 South Facing 1-3 1-3 1-3 1-3 TONIGHT Weather Mostly sunny until 6 PM, then mostly cloudy until 12 AM, then …

Temporary sidewalk closures impact downtown Honolulu pedestrians

Hawaii enjoys economic boost from TransPacific Volleyball Championships

Hawaii lawmakers target nurse staffing ratios ahead of legislative session

HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) – Hawaii lawmakers plan to take up the issue of patient-nurse ratios this session to prevent future strikes and lockouts. It comes amid a wave of labor contract disputes over hospital staffing. State Rep. Sean Quinlan, the House …