Hawaiian, Pacific Islander cultures celebrated at Hale Center series

“If can, can, if no can, no can.” This common Hawaiian phrase is Hawaiian dancer Moriah Kolomalu’s favorite tradition in her Pacific Islander culture; it emphasizes the laid-back understanding of one’s limits. “Aloha is love,” Kolomalu added....

Trump freezes $26B in funding for Democratic-run states, including Hawaii

WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump’s administration today froze $26 billion for Democratic-leaning states, following through on a threat to use the government shutdown to target Democratic priorities. The targeted programs included $18 billion...

Kilauea's lava soared as high as a skyscraper during a 6-hour eruption. Here's what to know

HONOLULU (AP) — Hawaii's Kilauea volcano has been shooting lava from its summit crater at semiregular intervals since late last year, delighting residents, visitors and online viewers alike with a fire hose of molten rock. On Wednesday, the...

How Big Red Soda Became A Key Part Of San Antonio's Barbecue Culture

Central Texas has a proud tradition of producing and celebrating flavorful sodas. After all, Dr Pepper was created in the town of Waco, and its status as the soda's birthplace still drives plenty of tourism (if you’re passing through, don’t forget...

Howard Rubin’s personal assistant — accused of helping him sex-traffic dozens of women to abuse — lived luxury lifestyle on his dime

Ex-financier Howard Rubin’s personal assistant — who allegedly helped lure dozens of women for him to abuse inside a Manhattan “sex dungeon” — lived the high life with her DJ husband thanks to her boss, who “funded virtually all aspects” of their...

Riverway Board plans board and staff education tour

Two guest speakers enlivened the proceedings of the September meeting of the Lower Wisconsin State Riverway Board (LWSRB). Those two speakers were DNR Forest Ecologist/Silviculturist Brad Hutnik, and Ben Moffat of the Crosscurrents Heritage...

New York and Hawaii lead the US for mental health, report finds. What to do if you don’t live there

(CNN) — A new report ranks US states on rates of mental well-being and mental health care, and New York, Hawaii and New Jersey have outperformed the rest — in that order. The 2025 State of Mental Health in America report sizes up how all 50 states...

Honolulu Mayor directed pride flag be raised throughout October

HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - Mayor Rick Blangiardi has directed the Pride flag to be raised outside the Frank F. Fasi Municipal Building throughout October in celebration of Honolulu Pride Month. In addition, Blangiardi has requested that Honolulu...

Honolulu councilmembers urge more department coordination during emergencies

Honolulu councilmembers pushed the city Department of Emergency Management for more coordination and public awareness for evacuation plans following the July tsunami warning. The department provided an overview to the council's Public Safety...

Hawaiian Council's convention brings together natives outside Hawaiʻi

For two decades, the organization was known as the Council for Native Hawaiian Advancement. That changed this summer when it rebranded as the Hawaiian Council. Its tag line: Hawaiians advancing Hawaiʻi. Its annual convention was on Hawaiʻi Island...

18th annual Maui ʻUkulele Festival tuning up for Oct. 18 at the Maui Arts & Cultural Center

‘Ukulele virtuoso and composer Jake Shimabukuro performs with his trademark intensity during a recent Maui ‘Ukulele Festival at the Maui Arts & Cultural Center. Known for his fast and complex finger work, Shimabukuro’s music combines elements of...

City to celebrate Honolulu Pride Month throughout October

HONOLULU (Island News) -- As Oahu prepares to celebrate Honolulu Pride Month throughout October, the Pride flag is set to be raised outside the Frank F. Fasi Municipal Building in town. Honolulu Pride Month is observed in October alongside other...

Molokaʻi computer lab offers access to education, telehealth and more

Molokaʻi's first Digital Hub will allow greater internet and technology access to rural residents. The effort was spearheaded by the Molokaʻi Homestead Farmers Alliance as part of the state’s Connect Kākou high-speed internet initiative. The hub...

11 Best Hotels in Hawaii: Top Stays in Maui, Oahu, & More

It really depends on your interests. Nature lovers, families, and honeymooners tend to appreciate the slower pace and outdoor activities on Maui, Kauai, and the Island of Hawaii. Travelers interested in experiencing a mix of urban adventure,...

Education video emphasizes community collaboration fighting Rapid ʻŌhia Death

A once thriving ʻōhiʻa forest now is devastated by rapid ‘ōhia death. (Photo Courtesy: University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa) The University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa created an educational video emphasizing community collaboration in the fight against the...

Hawaii Business Magazine's new editor-in-chief talks next generation, media landscape

Hawaii Business Magazine's new editor-in-chief sat down with HPR to reflect on her first 100 days and her hopes for the publication in a changing media landscape. Jennifer Ablan returned home from New York after three decades to take the job. "I...

US states sue RFK Jr over trans-inclusive sex education row

Over 16 US states have sued Robert F Kennedy Jr. (Getty) Robert F Kennedy Jr is coming under fire from a number of US states for threatening to cut funding over sex-education programmes that mention trans and non-binary people. The legal complaint...

Business Friendly; Lifestyle Fun

Top Metropolitan Area: Tim Evans, Greater Hall County Chamber president and CEO, at Kubota Manufacturing of America. Photo credit: Daemon Baizan In June, Greater Hall County Chamber officials took part in not one, but two kagami biraki ceremonies...

Hawaii Council OKs effort to buy Honolulu Landing property

The Hawaii County Council has given full approval to a resolution urging the Department of Finance to move ahead with acquiring 364 acres of culturally and environmentally significant coastline in Puna known as Honolulu Landing. The measure passed...

‘Priorities of the Left’: Dem AGs sue to keep taxpayer funding for gender ideology in schools

Joe Biden delivers remarks at a Pride celebration, Saturday, June 10, 2023, on the South Lawn of the White House. (Official White House photo by Adam Schultz) A coalition of Democrat state attorneys general is suing to continue taxpayer subsidies...