Fourth of July holiday has varied significance in Hawaii

While fireworks and American flags will mark Independence Day across Hawaii, many Native Hawaiians will spend the holiday honoring hula, history and a national story that predates statehood. ‘Ihilani Lasconia, a 27‑year‑old graduate student in Indigenous …

250th Independence Day in Hawaii: Fireworks and Hula Mark a Complicated Holiday

A massive fireworks show over Waikiki, a choreographed concert and fireworks display in Lihue, and a rodeo on Maui will all mark the 250th anniversary of America’s founding. The Hawaii America250 Commission is supporting and promoting several events across …

Fourth of July brings contrasting perspectives across Hawaii

HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) – While many across Hawaii spent the Fourth of July at barbecues, beaches and fireworks celebrations, others gathered at Iolani Palace to reflect on Hawaiian history and sovereignty. The event featured speeches and historical …

Charting Hawaii’s history from 1776 to the present

As the United States prepares to commemorate 250 years since the Declaration of Independence, Hawaii occupies a unique place in that anniversary. In 1776, while delegates in Philadelphia debated independence from Britain, the Hawaiian Islands existed in …

New Honolulu police chief patrols Waikiki during Independence Day

HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) – Just two days after being officially sworn in as Honolulu police chief, David Lazar was out walking a police beat Saturday. It’s part of what he calls his “listening and learning” tour of Oahu as the city’s top law enforcement …

10K rubber ducks race for charity on Hawaii Island on July 4th

WAIKOLOA, Hawaii Island (HawaiiNewsNow) – As Fourth of July celebrations took place Saturday, 10,000 rubber ducks raced through the lake at Kings’ Shops in Waikoloa. The 34th annual Great Waikoloa Rubber Duckie Race returned this year, with the community …

Hawaii veterans reflect on their service, America’s role in the world

Sterling Kanoa Beair served as an Army combat medic in Iraq. He excelled in the military, attaining the rank of staff sergeant and earning accolades from his comrades and superiors. But he also carried demons from his wartime experiences as he struggled to …

Signs of Hawaiian Life – July 5, 2026

1) Ewa Beach resident Bryan Marino found a boat called Kailua, one of many on display, at the Auckland Wooden Boat Festival at Jellicoe Harbour, Wynyard Quarter, in Auckland, New Zealand. Photo by Laureen Marino. 2) Carol Dang of Honolulu, Patrick Dang and …

Tragedy strikes Hawaii baseball team

In the end, Hawaii turned a tragic loss into honor. The squad from Hawaii was battling for a chance to play in the semifinals of the National Championship Series in Omaha, Neb. The tournament is being televised on ESPN. After a 6-4 loss to Maryland and an …

Kona Wave Hawaiian Party/Pina Colada Day @ Captain Ron’s!

Friday, July 10, 2026 WHERE: Captain Ron’s Bar & Grill, 82 Aloha Lane, Sunrise Beach, MO 65079 Head over to Captain Ron’s for the Kona Wave Hawaiian Party! And, it’s Pina Colada Day! Beachfront fun at Lake of the Ozarks for all ages! …

Hawaii County Weather Forecast for July 05, 2026

Hilo Tonight: Mostly cloudy with scattered showers. Lows 65 to 73 near the shore to around 57 at 4000 feet. Northwest winds up to 10 mph. Chance of rain 50 percent. Sunday: Partly sunny with scattered showers in the morning, then mostly sunny with isolated …

Jordan Davis faces fan backlash over Hawaii axis deer hunt despite strong conservation backing

Fox News’ Joey Jones reacts to a petition in Oregon to ban hunting and fishing, which has garnered 125,000 signatures. Jones argues that such bans overlook hunters’ vital role in wildlife management and animal conservation, and how animal existence …

Honolulu Ocean Safety performs dozens of rescues across Oahu on Independence Day

HONOLULU (Island News) — Throughout Independence Day, the Honolulu Ocean Safety Department rescued dozens of people and performed thousands of preventative actions on Oahu during one of the busiest beach days of the year. Safety personnel conducted 7,772 …

Former Grand Canyon river guide completes row to Hawaii

Hawaii County Surf Forecast for July 05, 2026

Forecast for Big Island Windward and Southeast Shores Tonight Sunday Surf Surf PM AM AM PM North Facing 0-2 0-2 0-2 0-2 East Facing 3-5 3-5 4-6 4-6 South Facing 5-7 5-7 6-8 6-8 TONIGHT Weather Mostly cloudy. Scattered showers. Low Temperature In the lower …

Watch: Kelsey Pfendler finishes record-breaking row from California to Hawaii

Kelsey Pfendler made history by becoming the fastest solo rower to travel the more than 2,400-mile journey from California to Hawaii.She arrived on O’ahu after 43 days, 17 hours and 55 minutes, and also shattered the record for being the youngest …

Female US rower completes historic solo journey from California to Hawaii

A Grand Canyon river-rafting guide who aimed to become the first US woman to row solo across the mid-Pacific has completed a record-breaking journey from California to Hawaii. Hundreds of people gathered to cheer on Kelsey Pfendler as she pulled into a …

Sunday Weather Forecast | South shore surf builds as breezy trades continue across Hawaii

Photo Gallery: 2026 events on Fourth of July in Hawaii