Hawaii

Hawaii - About 925 miles off the coast of Hawaii, a frightened mother, her daughter, and their pets—a cat and a tortoise—were saved by the U.S. Coast Guard and Navy from a sailboat that had been damaged by bad weather. A press release from…

In Hawaii, where the idyllic landscapes often belie the harsh realities of its housing market, the struggle to retain teachers amidst soaring living costs has reached a critical juncture.  With an acute shortage of affordable homes…

An inmate who suffered severe injuries during the 2019 riot at the Maui Community, Correctional Center (MCCC), Hawaii, has reached a $60,000 settlement with the state, according to the state Attorney General’s Office.  The settlement…

On Friday, the US Geological Survey (USGS) reported a magnitude 5.7 earthquake occurring just south of the Big Island of Hawaii.  Initially believed to be a magnitude 6.3 event, the quake's epicenter was located 11 miles south of…

In Hawaii's ongoing housing crisis, State Sen. Brenton Awa has proposed a bill aiming to restrict foreigners from purchasing land in the Aloha State.  The bill, if passed, would require buyers to sign an affidavit confirming they are not…

Hawaii lawmakers commenced a new legislative session on Wednesday, addressing urgent issues exposed by the devastating wildfire that ravaged the historic town of Lahaina in August.  Two major concerns at the forefront of their agenda are…

The recent revelations about Mark Zuckerberg's ambitious project on the Hawaiian island of Kauai underscore the lengths to which the wealthy will go to secure their survival.  While wealth affords the rich access to top-tier healthcare,…

As the Thanksgiving celebrations fade into memory, the United States Postal Service (USPS) is gearing up for the busy holiday season, and it has provided crucial information for Hawaii residents to ensure their gifts and greetings reach…