Hawaii remains mostly clear of measles despite record high numbers in the U.S.

Measles cases have surged across the nation in 2025 so far, while Hawaii has only had very few cases reported this year. While cases in the mainland reached over 1,000 in 2025, there have only been two reported in the islands.

Team Hawaii gears up for first-ever National Saltwater Kayak Fishing Championships

HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - The first ever National Saltwater Kayak Fishing Championships are happening next month in Florida and Hawaii is sending a packed contingent with 10 local fishermen making the trip. On the outside looking in, saltwater kayak …

Select Ritz cracker sandwiches sold in Hawaii part of national recall

HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - A popular snack is being recalled as a packaging error may create an allergy risk. The recall issued by Mondelēz Global LLC applies to certain packages of Ritz Peanut Butter Cracker Sandwiches (eight-pack, 20-pack and 40-pack …

Hawaii's service workers benefit from Trump's tax break on tips

President Trump's newly signed bill could provide tax relief for thousands of Hawaii workers in tipped industries. Many service industry workers rely heavily on tips to supplement their income. Under the new law, workers in customarily tipped …

Viral ‘Labubu’ toy craze reaches Hawaii

HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - A viral toy craze that’s taken the world by storm has reached Hawaii. You may remember Cabbage Patch Kids, Beanie Babies, and Furby. Now small, toothy figurines called “Labubus” are becoming a cultural phenomenon. “I am a really …

State legislative leaders question program for ICE agents posted at Marine Corps Base Hawaii

KANEOHE, Hawaii (Island News) -- A pilot program that has posted U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents at the gates of Marine Corps Base Hawaii have some asking why? Congresswoman Jill Tokuda said she found out about the program from the …

Medicaid cuts expected to impact Hawaii's new mothers and babies

Edamah and GFH Launch Construction of Bahrain Surf Park – Club Hawaii Experience

Edamah, the real estate arm of Bahrain Mumtalakat Holding Company, and GFH Financial Group, held a groundbreaking ceremony to officially begin the construction of the Bahrain Surf Park – Club Hawaii Experience at Bilaj Al Jazayer on the southwest coast of …

See it: Hawaii's Mount Kilauea shoots lava skyward amid latest eruption

HAWAII VOLCANO NATIONAL PARKS, Hawaii – Mount Kilauea erupted to life Wednesday as one of the world's most active volcanoes makes headlines once again. Since Dec. 23, the volcano has been intermittently erupting within the summit caldera in Hawaii …

Lilly Pulitzer opens second Hawaii location on Maui