Hawaiian Airlines Ends Free Economy Class Meals On Most Mainland Flights

Hawaiian Airlines will end complimentary meals in economy class on most mainland flights, marking the end of an era for the last U.S. carrier still offering free meals in the back of the aircraft. The replacement menu looks genuinely better, but passengers …

Hawaii Democrats select new party chair to focus on change, shared values

HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) – The Democratic Party of Hawaii has elected a new chair, a key leadership role as Democrats prepare for the 2026 election cycle. Party members gathered at their state convention Saturday at the Hilton Hawaiian Village, where many …

Letter: Hawaii County needs real sustainability

Hawaii County Council’s emphasis on climate change and sustainability in its proposed General Plan 2045 is commendable. But comparing sustainability to malama aina is more than following environmentally friendly practices, including transitioning away from …

Intech Hawaii Guides Defense Innovator PacMar Technologies to Landmark CMMC Level 2 Certification Following Rigorous …

Hawaii, USA, May 31, 2026 — Intech Hawaii, a Security-First Managed Service Provider and Hawaii’s only CMMC Level 2 Certified MSP, proudly announces its role in successfully guiding Honolulu-based defense contractor PacMar Technologies through a rigorous …

HMSA’s payment system pivot has Hawaii’s medical community reeling

Hawaii patients could face fewer choices for primary care — and longer waits for services — as the state’s largest insurer reverses a decade-old payment model, prompting fears that some clinics may close or scale back. The Hawaii Medical Service …

Hawaiian Airlines cuts free meals for 1 pre-order menu

Hawaiian Airlines is cutting free in-flight meals on many services and replacing them with a pre-order menu that passengers can buy before flying. The new programme starts on 1 July and features dishes created by Maui-based chef Sheldon Simeon. The airline …

Signs of Hawaiian Life – May 31, 2026

1/3 Swipe or click to see more Lucky Reuben Begonia of Mililani took a transatlantic cruise and stopped for a shore excursion at Ghent, Belgium, where he found familiar fare at Hawaiian Poke Bowl restaurant. Photo by Trenna Begonia. 2/3 Swipe or …

The Sunshine Blog: Honolulu Ethics Commission Is Still Dodging The Public

Short takes, outtakes, our takes and other stuff you should know about public information, government accountability and ethical leadership in Hawai‘i. Ethics, schmethics: The Honolulu Ethics Commission has gone from bad to worse in its efforts to hire a …

FEMA doles out $2M to Kona low victims in Hawaii County

The Federal Emergency Management Agency has approved more than $2.1 million in grants to Hawaii County residents for damage suffered during the two Kona low storms that wreaked havoc statewide in March. The Federal Emergency Management Agency has approved …

Not Madeira or Lanzarote – the overlooked island some call the ‘Hawaii of Europe’

The islands are surrounded by gorgeous beaches and clear blue water, comparable to Hawaii (stock image)(Image: Getty Images) With the summer season fast approaching, it’s natural to start hunting for any holiday bargains to take advantage of the warm …

Inside ‘Hawaii of Europe’ with volcanic feature and gorgeous beaches with bright blue water

These gorgeous islands have been compared to Hawaii, with gorgeous beaches and clear water (stock image)(Image: Getty Images) With summer firmly on the horizon, it’s natural to start hunting for attractive holiday bargains to capitalise on the …

Hawaii County Weather Forecast for May 31, 2026

Hilo Tonight: Mostly cloudy with scattered showers. Lows 63 to 70 near the shore to around 56 at 4000 feet. Northeast winds up to 10 mph shifting to the west after midnight. Chance of rain 40 percent. Sunday: Mostly cloudy. Scattered showers in the morning …

Gas prices today May 31: Check daily average rates in California, Texas, Florida, New York, Washington, Hawaii and more

The latest data from the American Automobile Association (AAA) shows the US national average price for regular gasoline at $4.336 per gallon as of May 31, 2026. The national average declined from $4.356 per gallon on May 30, extending the gradual downward …

‘Affordable Housing’? Hawaii Official Used Lucrative Government Contracts to Get Bribes

In the latest example of how government bureaucracy turns every welfare program into a fraud opportunity, a Hawaii housing official received almost four years in prison for using government contracts to obtain bribes. Calling government housing “affordable …

Hawaii County Surf Forecast for May 31, 2026

Forecast for Big Island Windward and Southeast Shores Tonight Sunday Surf Surf PM AM AM PM North Facing 1-3 1-3 1-3 1-3 East Facing 2-4 2-4 1-3 1-3 South Facing 8-12 8-12 8-12 8-12 TONIGHT Weather Mostly cloudy. Scattered showers. Low Temperature Around 70 …

Cruise ship rescues man sailing from Hawaii to Canada off Oregon coast

Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month: recognition, reality, and the unfinished American …

Share Post Viber icon Viber Email This year’s theme, established by the Federal Asian Pacific American Council (FAPAC), highlights the importance of collective power, storytelling, and bridge-building within AAPI communities. It emphasizes the strength …

‘Spiraling’ Hawaii candidate charged with ‘terroristic’ threats after gun incident: report

A Hawaiian congressional candidate was charged with “terroristic threatening in the first degree” after holding county workers at gunpoint, according to reports. Democrat Kirill Basin brandished a gun during an argument inside a Maui County …

Viking’s New 142-Day Cruise From Florida Visits Hawaii, Bora Bora, and Australia

Viking has announced their latest epic world cruise that will depart from Ft. Lauderdale, Florida on December 21, 2028 and have overnight port stops in 16 cities. A Viking cruise ship sailing a world cruise. Photo: Viking The nearly five-month cruise will …