Hawaii leaders push Pentagon for bigger role in military land leases

Office of Hawaiian Affairs leaders spent three days in Washington, D.C., last week, holding talks with congressional lawmakers and Pentagon officials on the future of military-leased lands in Hawaii. “This was a highly productive and timely engagement,” …

Hawaii falls to Long Beach State in Big West Championship

HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) – In another go around with old foe Long Beach State, the University of Hawaii men’s volleyball team would go the distance. However, it would not go Hawaii’s way this time. The ‘Bows falling to the Beach in another classic …

Hawaii Career Expo to feature over 100 public, private employers

JAMM AQUINO / JAN. 28 Employers and job-seekers attended the Star-Advertiser’s Hawaii Career Expo in January at the Neal Blaisdell Center Exhibition Hall in Honolulu. The next Career Expo is scheduled for Wednesday at the exhibition hall. The Hawaii …

Senate panel narrowly advances Hawaii chief justice nomination

The Senate Judiciary Committee voted Friday to confirm the nomination of Associate Justice Vladimir Devens as Hawaii’s next chief justice, sending its recommendation to the full Senate after hearings that weighed his legal experience and labor background …

Signs of Hawaiian Life – April 26, 2026

1/3 Swipe or click to see more Earl Inouye, Glenn Oeda, Steve Min, Warren Baba and Jim Gieger of Honolulu went sightseeing in Shibuya, Japan, where they spotted a sign for the trendy Oahu Hair Salon. Selfie by Earl Inouye. 2/3 Swipe or click to see …

HGTV show sued for showing native Hawaiian burial remains

HGTV’s “Renovation Aloha” released a newly edited version of its latest program after a Hawaiian judge reportedly ruled the episode titled “Bones on the Big Island” showed Native Hawaiian ancestral remains without consent. Subscribe today for unlimited …

Long Beach State Outlasts Hawaii In Five Set Battle To Win Big West Championship

Long Beach State clinched the Big West Championship in a gripping five-set match against Hawaii, triumphing 20-25, 27-25, 22-25, 30-28, and 15-11. Wojciech Gajek was instrumental, delivering 27 kills and earning MVP honors, showcasing resilience under …

Former Hawaii kicker Kansei Matsuzawa signs with Raiders

Former Hawaii kicker Kansei Matsuzawa did not hear his name called during the NFL draft, but he will still get the chance to try and kick down a door no Japanese player has ever walked through. Matsuzawa signed with the Las Vegas Raiders as an undrafted …

Hawaii County Weather Forecast for April 26, 2026

Hilo Rest Of Today: Partly sunny with scattered showers. Highs around 80 near the shore to 63 to 68 at 4000 feet. Northeast winds up to 15 mph. Chance of rain 50 percent. Tonight: Mostly cloudy with scattered showers. Lows 60 to 69 near the shore to 50 to …

Long Beach State rallies to beat Hawaii in 5 sets for the Big West title

JOSHUA SUDOCK / SPECIAL TO THE STAR-ADVERTISER UH coach Charlie Wade talks with his team during their game againstLong Beach State on Saturday. IRVINE, Calif. >> With five match points in the fourth set, the top-seeded Hawaii men’s volleyball …

Editorial: Limit corporate activism in Hawaii

In 2010, the U.S. Supreme Court’s ruling in Citizens United v. Federal Election Commission turned to constitutional principles to overturn restrictions on campaign messaging, and therefore campaign spending, by corporations with just one caveat: that the …

Hawaii County Surf Forecast for April 26, 2026

Forecast for Big Island Windward and Southeast Shores Tonight Sunday Surf Surf PM AM AM PM North Facing 3-5 2-4 2-4 2-4 East Facing 3-5 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. Numerous showers. …

Long Beach State rallies to stun Hawaii in 5 sets for Big West title

JOSHUA SUDOCK / SPECIAL TO THE STAR-ADVERTISER Hawaii’s Tread Rosenthal and Ofeck Hazan attempt to block a swing by Long Beach State’s Skyler Varga during the second set of tonight’s Big West Championship final at Bren Events Center in Irvine, Calif.

Hawaii falls to Long Beach State in Big West Championship

April 27 is Brother Joseph Dutton Day in Hawaii

Hawaii Island man faces multiple drug, firearm charges following search warrant

HAWAII ISLAND (HawaiiNewsNow) – A man is facing multiple drug and firearm charges following a search warrant operation in Kona. On Wednesday, April 22, Luis Pagano Colon, 45, was arrested after officers executed a search warrant on a vehicle parked at a …

Hawaii Living with Anne Lee | Dine and Unwind at Renaissance Honolulu Hotel & Spa

Hawaii Living with Anne Lee is exploring the Renaissance Honolulu Hotel & Spa for a luxurious stay in the heart of the city. Located in Honolulu, the vibrant hotel features sweet treats and elevated dining at two of its standout spots. Paris Baguette …

Bill proposes better access to information, hiring opportunities for Hawaii’s film industry

HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) – State lawmakers are considering a measure aimed to raise awareness of film production activities in Hawaii and their potential impacts on neighborhoods and cultural sites. House Bill 1576 and companion Senate Bill 2574 propose …

Oregon State Runs Up the Score on Hawaii

The Beaver baseball team began their series against the University of Hawaii with a dominant 12-4 win in game one at Goss Stadium in Corvallis on Friday. This big win comes after an unexpected home loss to the Oregon Ducks, giving them a much-needed boost …