STAR-ADVERTISER FILE Hawaii’s tourism industry continues to push back against increasing fees and taxes for tourists, arguing ...

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Efforts to legalize recreational marijuana continue to gain momentum across the country, with several states on the cusp of ...

Ewa Senator Kurt Favella’s bills were aggressive — asking for searches at our ports for illegal fireworks to an outright ban on aerials. None of them made the cut.

China Anne McClain has come under fire for touching a sea turtle. Hawaii Governor Josh Green told the actress to 'educate yourself' and 'do better' following a video she shared of her petting the ...

A nonprofit is moving forward with a plan to help homeless youth get off the streets in Leeward Oahu, but some neighbors are ...

Since 1913, presidents normally deliver a State of the Union address outlining the nation’s priorities and achievements. But this year, there won't be a State of the Union, technically.

The commission is recommending that the governor, lieutenant governor, department heads and their deputies receive a 15% ...

Maui County Mayor Richard Bissen will give his state of the county address Friday, hoping to make clear his vision for this ...

The state Salary Commission is recommending pay raises ranging from 35% to 48% over the next six years for judges, top state ...

HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - Despite public outcry, the state Commission on Salaries approved Tuesday raises for hundreds of ...

Gov. Josh Green said he has chosen a more conciliatory, collaborative approach with President Donald Trump if it means ...