Hawaii families awarded compensation for 2021 fuel leak that affected thousands
Federal Judge Awards Family Over $680,000 Related to Fuel Tank Leaks A federal judge has granted a family more than $680,000 after they expressed frustration over leaks from Hawaii’s Second World War-era fuel tanks. This landmark case sets a precedent for around 7,500 military personnel, civilians, and service members who remain in limbo as they […]
Hawaii might increase its tax on visitors and vacationers to support a climate change fund.
Hawaii’s Senate Approves New Tourism Tax Bill The Senate in Hawaii has recently passed a new bill aimed at increasing tourism taxes, described as a measure to “reduce climate change.” The legislation, known as Senate Bill 1396, proposes raising hotel tourism taxes to 11% starting January 1st, with a subsequent increase to 12% the following […]
Parts of Hawaii hit with snow — but don’t worry, it’s actually quite normal
It snowed in Hawaii on Friday. Most of the state enjoys tropical climates all year round, but Hawaii’s peaks are unfamiliar with winter weather. The University of Hawaii webcam showed snow to the ground along the guardrail of one of the Mauna Kea Astronomy Observatory on Friday morning. A slow, moving low-pressure system has passed […]
Hawaii teen facing 10-year sentence for stealing pet pig, killing it for $1k hunting contest prize
The Hawaiian teenager is faced in prison for up to 10 years after he and Pal steal a female pet pig and massacre him to fall into a $1,000 hunting contest award. Jaden Jalsky Magana, 19, and his accomplice Chris Ryan Saito Carino, 20, allegedly stolen “Eddie” from Sarah Haynes’ Maui Farm last May. They […]
Paralyzed man says American Airlines chose not to load his wheelchair on flight home from Hawaii
When he returned home from his Hawaiian holiday, the paralyzed man was left without a wheelchair. He insisted that American Airlines did not load it onto the plane. Paralyzed from his waist, Sam Shivers checked his wheelchair at the end of a week-long holiday with his wife last month at the end of his wheelchair […]
Doctors say health insurance approval reform would help patients get care faster – Hawaii News Now
Honolulu (Hawaiinewsnow) – Physicians across Hawaii and across the country say the requirements for insurers to provide medical care, that they waste time, waste millions of dollars and sacrifice the lives of some people. Currently, the Capitol has vehicles that can ultimately address this issue. Molokai Dr. Kaohimanu Dang-Akiona leads Native Hawaiian doctors in a […]
Georgia bagpiper dies in Hawaii scuba accident days before missing son’s skeletal remains found in backyard treehouse
The family of a missing Georgia man discovered ruins of his skeleton in his father's backyard, when he was settling events on his property after his death. Henry Franz Jr., 74, was known for playing bagpipes in the Atlanta area, but died in a scuba diving accident in Hawaii on March 10th. wanf It has […]
Doc accused of trying to throw wife off Hawaii cliff charged with attempted murder, bail set at $5M
The doctor was accused of pushing his wife away from a scenic Hawaiian cliff and trying to smash his head with a rock when he refused to take a photo with him. According to Honolulu police, 46-year-old anesthesiologist, Gerhardt Konig, was arrested Monday after a vicious attack at Pali Lookout, Oahu's famous panoramic vista. Konig […]
Hawaii Gov. Josh Green on Trump wanting states to run education: “I’ll take it”
Hawaii Gov. Josh Green, d., said Wednesday that when plans arise to put President Trump's education policies into the state's hands, he would “take it” and “use it well” the money that flows into the governor's office. “I'll take it. You know, I spent time with the president a few weeks ago with all the […]
Disney’s China Anne McClain slammed by Hawaii governor for touching resting sea turtles during vacation
The Disney star, with over 7 million Instagram followers, sparked anger after being spotted touching a “serene” resting sea turtle during a tropical Hawaiian holiday. Actress China An McClain, known for her roles in several Disney shows, including the “Ant Farm” series, walks down the beach on the north side of Maui, Hawaii, before climbing […]