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Native Hawaiian man could face longer prison sentence after conviction for hate crime against white man

A Native Hawaiian man who was convicted of a hate crime against a white man must be re-sentenced, a U.S. appeals court ruled, potentially leading to more years in prison.

California July 7

Marines team up with ICE in bold move to boost ‘threat awareness’ at critical military bases

A new security collaboration between Marines and ICE aims to deter unauthorized access by foreign nationals at three bases following multiple breach attempts and drone incidents.

National Parks June 16

American tourist falls 30 feet off cliffside trail in vacation hot spot

Tourist rescued after plunging off cliff at Hawaii's KÄ«lauea volcano, one of world's most active volcanoes currently erupting with lava fountains exceeding 1,000 feet.

Los Angeles June 11

Hegseth spars with Senate Democrats over Marine deployment to LA anti-ICE riots: 'Not about lethality'

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth stood by the Trump administration's National Guard federalization and U.S. Marines deployment to the Los Angeles anti-ICE riots.

Health May 30

Study reveals 10 happiest states for seniors: Did yours make the list?

Caring.com's index ranks Utah, Idaho and Connecticut as top states for senior happiness, emphasizing supportive environments and health benefits for aging populations.

Travel May 29

Hawaii enacts 'green fee' on tourists to raise $100 million annually for climate, ecology protection

Hawaii's new "Green Fee" bill raises tourist taxes to fund climate change initiatives, wildlife conservation and infrastructure improvements, starting January 1.

Health May 27

American honeymoon hotspot hit by highly contagious illness, health officials warn

Pertussis (whooping cough) is on the rise in Hawaii as the state's vaccination rates dip below national averages. Experts stress the importance of vaccinating against the. infectious disease.

Hawaii May 26

Scientists 'strike gold' in shocking discovery from Hawaiian volcanic rocks

Researchers at Göttingen University find gold and ruthenium in Hawaiian volcanic rocks, suggesting core materials are reaching the Earth's surface.

Hawaii May 26

Hawaii's Kilauea Volcano erupts with 1,000-foot 'lava fountaining'

Kīlauea Volcano's recent eruption features lava fountaining up to 1,000 feet, with USGS monitoring the activity in Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park.

Travel May 21

United Airlines flight returns to Hawaii after concerning message found on bathroom mirror; FBI investigating

United Airlines Flight 1169 to Los Angeles returned to Hawaii after a "potential security concern" aboard the plane. The FBI and police are investigating.

Travel May 20

Hawaiian Airlines flight diverted on San Diego tarmac over possible bomb threat; person arrested

One person was arrested for a possible bomb threat aboard a Hawaiian Airlines jet preparing to take off from the San Diego International Airport.

US May 14

Hawaii judge denies bail to doctor accused of trying to kill wife while hiking on popular trail

An Hawaiin judge denied bail to an anesthesiologist who allegedly tried to kill his wife while the two were hiking on Oahu's Pali Lookout trail in March.

Hawaii May 11

Tesla road-rage driver allegedly assaults teen, mom in Hawaii months after prison release

Nathaniel Radimak served less than a year of a five-year prison sentence. Now, he's been arrested for allegedly committing a similar crime in Hawaii.

Travel May 5

State tourist tax by popular vacation destination would pour funds into 'climate change' mitigation

New legislation in Hawaii would raise tourist tax rates to 11% by next year, generating revenue for climate resilience efforts and economic development.

Politics April 24

Whip watch: Dick Durbin gives tearful goodbye as Dem power play begins for No. 2 Senate spot

Senators Brian Schatz, Patty Murray and Sheldon Whitehouse could be considered potential successors for Senate Minority Whip Dick Durbin.

Hawaii April 8

Anesthesiologist accused of wife's cliffside murder attempt enters plea: 'Two sides to every story'

Gerhardt Konig pleaded not guilty in a Hawaii courtroom on Monday after he allegedly tried to kill his wife as his attorney claims "there are two sides to every story."

US April 3

Tropical vacation accident kills chef who worked at Michelin-starred restaurant

A Michelin-starred restaurant chef died in a freak accident when she was struck by a boulder on a vacation hike in Hawaii with her boyfriend.

Crime April 1

Hawaiian doctor’s wife describes moment she realized husband was allegedly trying to kill her

Gerhardt Konig, 46, is charged with attempted second-degree murder after allegedly trying to push his wife off a Hawaiian hiking trail before attacking her with syringes and a rock.

Entertainment March 31

Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson's plane forced to return to Hawaii due to 'mechanical issue'

Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson was on his way to Houston for the opening of the United Football League's second season when his pilot informed him he must return to Hawaii for everyone's safety.

Crime March 29

Hawaii doctor charged with attempted murder after trying to kill wife on popular hiking trail, police say

Gerhardt Konig, an anesthesiologist, is charged with attempted second-degree murder after he allegedly beat his wife with a rock on a Hawaii hiking trail.

Missing Persons March 27

Bagpiper dies doing popular vacation attraction days before missing son’s remains found in backyard treehouse

A Georgia bagpiper died in a scuba diving accident in Hawaii, less than a week before his missing son's skeletal remains were found in a backyard treehouse of his previous home.

Coast Guard March 2

Coast Guard airlifts cruise ship passenger who had strokes 300 miles off Hawaii coast

Video captured shows the rescue of a 72-year-old man who had suffered "multiple strokes 300 miles offshore Kailua-Kona, Hawaii," the U.S. Coast Guard said.

Hawaii February 23

Hawaii man freed after 30 years in prison for murder he denied committing, celebrates with steak dinner

A Hawaii man was freed after spending 30 years in prison for a murder he says he did not commit, and one of the first things he did after his release was visit his mother's grave.

Maui February 21

Maui resort explosion at grill area injures 7

An explosion rocked a grill area at The Whaler resort in Maui, Hawaii, leaving multiple people injured and debris scattered across Kaanapali Beach.

Senate Democrats January 23

Hawaii's Hirono only senator to vote no on Collins, continuing partisan streak at hearings

Democratic Hawaii Sen. Mazie Hirono's partisan streak at confirmation hearings continued Thursday as the lone 'no' vote in a committee hearing to recommend VA nominee Doug Collins for confirmation.

Senate Hearings January 14

Dem senator's 'lies and stupidity' at Hegseth hearing roasted on social media: 'Clown show'

Democratic Sen. Mazie Hirono was criticized on social media for her questioning of President-elect Trump's secretary of Defense nominee, Pete Hegseth.

Hawaii January 2

Honolulu fireworks accident kills 3, injures over 20: 'worst possible, war-zone injuries'

An accident involving fireworks killed three people and injured more than 20 others, some critically, in Honolulu, Hawaii, on New Year's Eve.

Hawaii December 25

Hawaii crime boss dies of overdose in federal custody: medical examiner

Michael Miske died of "toxicity of fentanyl and para-fluorofentanyl," the medical examiner’s office said in a statement obtained by AP. The death appears to have been accidental.

Hawaii December 18

2 pilots die in fiery small plane crash into vacant building near Honolulu airport

Shortly after taking off from Honolulu's Daniel K. Inouye International Airport, two pilots were killed when their small plane on a training flight crashed into a vacant building.

Missing Persons December 17

Hannah Kobayashi returns to US after Mexico disappearance, had no idea about global media coverage: report

Hawaii woman Hannah Kobayashi, who was reported missing in November, has returned to the United States after she was seen crossing the U.S. border into Mexico weeks ago.