The Latest Breaking News from Hawaii

Hawaii governor's first budget after Maui wildfire includes funds for recovery and fire prevention

Hawaii's governor is requesting $425 million from lawmakers during the next fiscal year to help Maui recover from August’s wildfires

The Independent UK · Dec 19, 2023

Hawaii governor wants 3,000 vacation rentals converted to housing for Maui wildfire survivors

Hawaii Gov. Josh Green says he he wants 3,000 condos and homes normally rented to Maui tourists converted to long-term housing for displaced wildfire survivors who are still living in hotels

The Independent UK · Dec 15, 2023

Minimum wage set to increase in 25 states in 2024 by an average of $0.86

In 2024, the minimum wage will increase in 25 states. The increases range from $0.23 in Michigan (a 2.23% increase from 2023) to $2.00 in Hawaii (a 14.29% increase from 2023).

Ballotpedia · Dec 15, 2023

Heart of Hawaii's historic Lahaina reopens to residents and business owners

The historic town, on the Hawaiian island of Maui that burned in a deadly wildfire that killed at least 100 people, reopened Monday to residents and business owners holding day passes.

WEKU · Dec 12, 2023

Centenarian Pearl Harbor survivors return to honor those who were killed 82 years ago

Five survivors returned to Pearl Harbor 82 years later on the anniversary of the attack to remember the more than 2,300 servicemen killed in the assault that propelled the U.S. into World War II.

WEKU · Dec 8, 2023

Hawaii 3-star DE Kekai Burnett to take official visit to MSU on Dec. 15

Michigan State will reportedly be hosting a former Oregon State commit in a few weeks

USA Today Sports Media Group · Dec 8, 2023

The traditions of Hawaiian food systems

"More than ever, the ongoing work of Indigenous farmers to revitalize traditional agriculture is in the spotlight"

Salon · Dec 7, 2023

Lori Vallow Daybell: Timeline of ‘doomsday cult mom’ case

The case of Lori Vallow spans a deeply disturbing pattern of unexplained deaths, bizarre cult beliefs about killing zombies and murder

The Independent UK · Dec 7, 2023

An NCIS: Sydney Star Is Already Thinking About Crossovers, And I Approve Of Her Choices

NCIS: Sydney's Olivia Swann already has some thoughts about a crossover that I am on board with.

Cinemablend · Dec 7, 2023

Alaska Airlines to Buy Hawaiian: Get Bonus Miles Now

How to use the Alaska Airlines credit card and frequent flyer program to save on trips to Hawaii, Alaska and beyond.

Kiplinger · Dec 7, 2023