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Published on 05:35 GMT
U.S. Supreme Court considers loosening Hawaii’s gun laws
The U.S. Supreme Court is considering a challenge to a Hawaii law requiring gun owners to obtain permission before carrying a concealed weapon onto private property open to the public, such as grocery stores. HONOLULU (Island News) — Hawaii’s gun laws …
Source: KITV – Hawaii – Neutral -
Published on 11:29 GMT
Ichiriki, Shibano Select Aloha Shirts at Hawaii Shopping Mall
The Yomiuri Shimbun Ryo Ichiriki, left, and Toramaru Shibano hold aloha shirts at the Ala Moana Center. The Yomiuri Shimbun 19:45 JST, January 21, 2026 HONOLULU — Kisei title holder Ryo Ichiriki and challenger Toramaru Shibano headed to the Ala Moana …
Source: The Japan News – Neutral -
Published on 04:34 GMT
Hawaii birth rate drops 20% over the past decade
HONOLULU (Island News) — There have been some troubling trends in the islands, when it comes to birth numbers and high-risk pregnancies. “As the only Women and Children’s Specialty hospital in the state, we take care of a lot of pregnant people …
Source: KITV – Hawaii – Neutral -
Published on 12:55 GMT
1st Match of 2026 Go Kisei Title Series to Be Held in Honolulu
Yoshitaka Nishi / Yomiuri Shimbun Photographer Ryo Ichiriki, right, and Toramaru Shibano pose for a photo in front of the King Kamehameha statue in Honolulu on Tuesday. The two-day match will start 9 a.m. on Thursday. By Takeshi Eguchi / Yomiuri …
Source: The Japan News – Neutral -
Published on 10:21 GMT
Hawaii ranked the worst state in which to drive
A study just released by the personal finance website WalletHub rated Hawaii the worst state in the U.S. in which to drive. A study just released by the personal finance website WalletHub rated Hawaii the worst state in the U.S. in which to drive. The same …
Source: Hawaii Tribune Herald – Neutral -
Published on 10:12 GMT
Letter: App-based incentives can make Hawaii driving safer
I currently use an app from my insurance provider, USAA, called “Safe Pilot.” It monitors my driving and, based on positive scoring, gives me discounts on premiums. More importantly, the app has helped me become more aware of my driving and improved it — …
Source: Honolulu Star-Advertiser – Hawaii – Neutral -
Published on 12:10 GMT
Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints announces locations for temples in Hawaii and Arizona
SALT LAKE CITY (ABC4) — The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints announced the locations for two temples in Arizona and Hawaii on Tuesday. The planned sites and some preliminary information about the temples being constructed in Kahului, HI, and …
Source: KTVX – Utah – Neutral -
Published on 11:40 GMT
CSU Bakersfield takes on Hawaii on 3-game skid
CSU Bakersfield Roadrunners (8-12, 2-6 Big West) at Hawaii Rainbow Warriors (13-4, 5-2 Big West) Honolulu; Friday, 12 a.m. EST BOTTOM LINE: CSU Bakersfield enters the matchup with Hawaii as losers of three in a row. The Rainbow Warriors have gone 11-1 in …
Source: myMotherLode – California – Pending -
Published on 07:27 GMT
Canadian man indicted, accused of posing as a pilot for a Honolulu airline and others
HONOLULU (Island News) — A Canadian man was indicted over a fake pilot scheme where he allegedly posed as a pilot, and the fraud involved an airline in Honolulu. Dallas Pokornik, a 33-year-old man from Toronto, Canada was indicted in Oct. 2025 for …
Source: KITV – Hawaii – Neutral -
Published on 06:15 GMT
Locations for Flagstaff, Arizona; Kahului, Hawaii temples announced
SALT LAKE CITY (KUTV) — The locations for the Flagstaff, Arizona and Kahului, Hawaii temples were announced. According to The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, worthy members worship in temples to “feel God’s love and peace, to learn more …
Source: KMYU – Utah – Neutral -
Published on 10:33 GMT
State To Spend Millions To Replace Fire Control Systems In Honolulu, Maui
The rental car facilities have fire suppression equipment that must be removed because it contains toxic “forever chemicals.” Fire suppression systems in the recently built rental car facilities at the Honolulu and Maui airports contain toxic chemicals …
Source: Honolulu Civil Beat – Hawaii – Center-left -
Published on 04:48 GMT
Honolulu music festival celebrates peace and the land
A music festival celebrating peace and the land will be coming to the Blaisdell Center this weekend. The Rotary Club of Aloha Hawaii International is presenting the ʻĀina Music Festival, featuring two days of concerts and workshops. Much of Saturday’s …
Source: Hawaii Public Radio – Public Broadcaster -
Published on 07:55 GMT
Hawaii County Weather Forecast for January 21, 2026
Hilo Tonight: Partly cloudy. Isolated showers after midnight. Lows 57 to 66 near the shore to 47 to 53 at 4000 feet. Southwest winds up to 10 mph in the evening becoming light. Chance of rain 20 percent. Wednesday: Partly sunny. Isolated showers in the …
Source: Big Island Now – Hawaii – Neutral -
Published on 11:28 GMT
Hawaii attorney general probes alleged incident involving ‘influential state legislator’
Gov. Josh Green says the state is investigating an alleged incident involving an unnamed “influential state legislator” who accepted approximately $35,000. The governor’s office says the investigation comes after federal authorities agreed to share …
Source: The Maui News – Hawaii – Neutral -
Published on 10:32 GMT
Majority of Supreme Court appears skeptical of Hawaii gun law
WASHINGTON — Can a Hawaii gun owner bring a concealed handgun to the grocery store? How about to a beachside restaurant, or into a gas station? A 2023 state law requires gun owners to get permission before carrying a firearm onto private property otherwise …
Source: Hawaii Tribune Herald – Neutral -
Published on 08:13 GMT
Honolulu Police warn public as search continues for Tiofilusi Tongamoa
Hawai’i – The Honolulu Police Department (HPD) has issued a public warning as officers continue to search for a man suspected of felony abuse and escape. Police on Tuesday released a photograph and a brief description of the suspect on social media, urging …
Source: Kaniva Tonga – Neutral -
Published on 10:42 GMT
Supreme Court to Hear Major Gun Rights Case from Hawaii
Get ready for a shootout of a different kind, folks! The U.S. Supreme Court is gearing up to hear arguments this Tuesday in a case that could shake things up in the world of concealed carry laws. We’re talking about Wolford v. Lopez, which tackles a Hawaii …
Source: Times News Global – Pro-Government -
Published on 11:28 GMT
Hawaiian Airlines CEO to speak at Maui Chamber on Jan. 23
Hawaiian Airlines Chief Executive Officer Diana Birkett Rakow is scheduled to be the keynote speaker at a Maui Chamber of Commerce luncheon on Jan. 23. The luncheon is $75 for members and $85 for nonmembers. It starts at 12 p.m. with registration at 11 a.m …
Source: The Maui News – Hawaii – Neutral -
Published on 11:29 GMT
50th Go Kisei Series Set to Start in Hawaii as Contestants Arrive
The Yomiuri Shimbun Ryo Ichiriki, right, and Toramaru Shibano pose for a photo in front of a King Kamehameha statue. The Yomiuri Shimbun 19:26 JST, January 21, 2026 The 50th Go Kisei title series, which will see title holder Ryo Ichiriki play challenger …
Source: The Japan News – Neutral
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