Hawaii Lawmakers Propose Legalizing Adult-Use Cannabis

Senior state lawmakers in Hawaii last week proposed legislation to legalize adult-use cannabis, regulate the plant’s production and distribution, and establish a new agency to oversee the state’s adult-use, medical cannabis, and hemp industries, Marijuana …

Navy Region Hawaii N-Focus: Spotlight on Emergency Management (N37)

JOINT BASE PEARL HARBOR-HICKAM, HAWAII, UNITED STATES 01.30.2025 JOINT BASE PEARL HARBOR-HICKAM, Hawaii – The Emergency Management Department’s (N37) primary mission is to identify and mitigate risk by providing policy, program/resource management, and …

United Airlines Upgrades Meal Service To Hawaii In All Cabins

United Airlines is (finally) upgrading meal service onboard its longhaul Hawaii flights, with new menus and new drinks in business, premium economy, and economy class. Meal Service Upgrades For Longer United Airlines Hawaii Flights Let’s start with the …

Hawaii island woman, 21, dies after being struck by vehicle last week

The 21-year-old female pedestrian involved in a Hawaii island traffic collision on Jan. 22 has died, according to police. The woman has been identified as Jahnya Serquina-Octubre of Mountain View. Police said officers responded to a traffic collision at 7: …

Various closures in place for severe weather across Hawaii

HONOLULU (Island News) – As severe weather continues to impact the islands, numerous schools, businesses, events, and parks have closed for the day. See below for the current closures and cancellations that have been announced. Island News will continue to …

Severe Weather Strikes Texas, Hawaii Faces Flood Threat

DALLAS, Texas – Millions of residents in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex faced treacherous commutes Thursday morning as torrential rains and thunderstorms swept across the region, triggering flash flood warnings and hazardous driving conditions. The …

Hawaii fourth graders show math gains nationally

Hawaii’s fourth grade students made significant strides in mathematics on the 2024 National Assessment of Educational Progress, also known as “The Nation’s Report Card,” positioning the state among a select group showing improvement. According to results …

Hawaii eighth in health foundation’s ranking

Hawaii ranked among the top 10 states for high health rankings, according to a recently released report by the United Health Foundation. Hawaii ranked eighth-best among states in key health measures, according to America’s Health Rankings 2024 Annual …

HECO and KIUC responds to multiple power outages in Hawaii

HONOLULU (Island News) – Hawaiian Electric (HECO) and Kauai Island Utility Cooperative (KIUC) crews respond to multiple power outages on Oahu and Kauai as weather conditions worsen across the islands. 7:48 a.m. - KIUC crews respond to various outages on …

Kona low brings strong winds, storms, and flooding to Hawaii