Tuesday, May 21 2013 2:42 PM EDT2013-05-21 18:42:15 GMT
Residents in tornado-stricken Moore, OK, await news on missing love ones Tuesday, a day after a massive tornado devastated the city, killing at least 51. Rescuers worked all night, with particular attentionMore >>
The tornado, with winds up to 200 mph, cut a 20-mile stretch as wide as two miles through the Oklahoma City metro area. The medical examiner's office reported 24 people died, including nine children. More >>
Tuesday, May 21 2013 1:35 PM EDT2013-05-21 17:35:24 GMT
The American Red Cross is accepting donations to aid in their response. Donations can be made a www.redcross.org or by texting REDCROSS to 90999. To donate $10 to the Salvation Army, text 80888 or visitMore >>
Here are ways to help victims of the Moore, OK tornado.More >>
Crowds of visitors were cleared out of Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris after a man put a letter on the altar of the 850-year-old monument Tuesday, pulled out a gun and shot himself in the head, the cathedral's...More >>
Some 1,500 visitors were cleared out of Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris after a man put a letter on the altar of the 850-year-old monument Tuesday, pulled out a gun and shot himself in the head.More >>
Tuesday, May 21 2013 12:50 PM EDT2013-05-21 16:50:22 GMT
MOORE, OK (RNN) – In one of the few positive stories to come from the deadly tornadoes in Oklahoma, an elderly woman was reunited with a four-legged friend she thought was dead. Barbara Garcia, a residentMore >>
Elderly resident Barbara Garcia frantically called for her dog after the tornado had leveled her house, but with no success.More >>
Tuesday, May 21 2013 12:42 PM EDT2013-05-21 16:42:22 GMT
Staff Sergeant Billy Caviness died in combat on May 1, 2011. "I was. It was peaceful. I didn't want to come back, and if I had a choice I'd have never came back," described SSgt Caviness. "I know that'sMore >>
SSgt Caviness was on deployment in the Kunar Province of Afghanistan when a rocket-propelled grenade exploded just six feet in front of him.More >>
Tuesday, May 21 2013 12:36 PM EDT2013-05-21 16:36:38 GMT
Japan Airlines and All-Nippon Airway both say they plan to return Dreamliners to revenue service on June 2, signaling a possible end to expensive problems with the new plane's lithium ion batteries. ANAMore >>
Japan Airlines and All-Nippon Airway both say they plan to return Dreamliners to revenue service on June 1, signaling a possible end to expensive problems with the new plane's lithium ion batteries.More >>
Tuesday, May 21 2013 12:07 PM EDT2013-05-21 16:07:12 GMT
Honolulu police are investigating the death of a woman who was found in the brush alongside Farrington Highway in Waianae on Monday. Police say the woman's body was discovered at around 5:36 p.m. nearMore >>
Honolulu police are investigating the death of a woman who was found in the brush alongside Farrington Highway in Waianae on Monday.More >>
It was a rare moment in relations between the media and the government: In 2008, FBI Director Robert Mueller called the top editors at The New York Times and The Washington Post to apologize.More >>
It was a rare moment in relations between the media and the government: In 2008, FBI Director Robert Mueller called the top editors at The New York Times and The Washington Post to apologize because the bureau had improperly...More >>
Tuesday, May 21 2013 7:25 AM EDT2013-05-21 11:25:21 GMT
HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - Hawaii averages about one or two actual tornadoes each year. They normally don't last too long and they often hit unpopulated areas, but several have caused damage and even someMore >>
Hawaii averages about one or two actual tornadoes each year. They normally don't last too long and they ...More >>
Tuesday, May 21 2013 6:30 AM EDT2013-05-21 10:30:54 GMT
Rescue crews are searching the waters at Waimea Falls for a possible drowning victim. The fire department says lifeguards and scuba divers are in the water looking for a person who reportedly went intoMore >>
A 31-year-old man apparently drowned on Sunday at Waimea Falls. More >>
Tuesday, May 21 2013 6:13 AM EDT2013-05-21 10:13:22 GMT
An air conditioner is gone from Helena's Hawaiian Food in Kalihi and another one would be missing, but the criminals were caught red-handed. Pictures taken by a neighboring business show the thieves preparingMore >>
An air conditioner is gone from Helena's Hawaiian Food in Kalihi and another one would be missing, but the criminals were caught red-handed. Pictures taken by a neighboring business show the thieves preparingMore >>
Tuesday, May 21 2013 5:17 AM EDT2013-05-21 09:17:52 GMT
In service to our country, some troops don't return and all who do come back changed. For some, even though they're safely home, a battle rages on inside them. Doctors mend their open wounds, but whatMore >>
They fight for our country, but the price they pay for protecting our freedoms is sometimes their peace of mind. More >>
Tuesday, May 21 2013 5:16 AM EDT2013-05-21 09:16:33 GMT
University of Hawaii President MRC Greenwood's sudden decision to step down with two years remaining on her contract caught many by surprise, even those closest to her. She has not addressed on cameraMore >>
University of Hawaii President MRC Greenwood's sudden decision to step down with two years remaining on her contract caught many by surprise, even those closest to her.More >>
Tuesday, May 21 2013 4:30 AM EDT2013-05-21 08:30:16 GMT
Staff Sergeant Billy Caviness was on his fourth, and ultimately final, tour of duty in the Kunar Province of Afghanistan when a mortar attack blew a hole the size of a fist into his right thigh, severelyMore >>
Staff Sergeant Billy Caviness was on his fourth, and ultimately final, tour of duty in the Kunar Province of Afghanistan when a mortar attack blew a hole the size of a fist into his right thigh, severely injuring his groin area.More >>
Tuesday, May 21 2013 1:57 AM EDT2013-05-21 05:57:58 GMT
The University of Hawaii spent more than $53,000 hiring well-known Honolulu attorney Bill McCorriston to represent the UH Board of Regents after UH President MRC Greenwood sent the regents a $2 million demand letter.More >>
The University of Hawaii spent more than $53,000 hiring well-known Honolulu attorney Bill McCorriston to represent the UH Board of Regents after UH President MRC Greenwood sent the regents a letter offering to leave the university for a payment of $2 million.More >>
Monday, May 20 2013 11:42 PM EDT2013-05-21 03:42:47 GMT
In a brief court hearing deputy prosecutor Dwight Nadamoto told the jury Toby Stangel shows a "disregard for the law and the public needs protection." His sole witness was Elva Higashi, a retired probationMore >>
Convicted freeway shooter Toby Stangel faces life sentences with the possibility for parole when he is sentenced in August. More >>
Monday, May 20 2013 11:38 PM EDT2013-05-21 03:38:07 GMT
Prison suicides used to be rare in Hawaii. But in the past several months, state officials are reeling from a string of deaths at Halawa prison and Oahu Community Correctional Center. "In the past 15More >>
Prison suicides used to be rare in Hawaii. But in the past several months, state officials are reeling from a string of deaths at Halawa prison and Oahu Community Correctional Center. "In the past 15More >>
Monday, May 20 2013 11:32 PM EDT2013-05-21 03:32:36 GMT
Governor Neil Abercrombie signed two new highway safety laws Monday, one of which drivers and passengers will have to pay attention to. Before today it was not mandatory for adults sitting in the backseatMore >>
Governor Neil Abercrombie signed two new highway safety laws Monday, one of which drivers and passengers will have to pay attention to.More >>
Monday, May 20 2013 6:07 PM EDT2013-05-20 22:07:58 GMT
It's not uncommon to see hundreds of people on the beach in Waikiki during the day, but a crowd of that size playing in the sand into the early hours of the morning could certainly be considered a rareMore >>
NBC's popular Today Show descended upon the Royal Hawaiian Hotel overnight, broadcasting live between 1 a.m. and 4 a.m. just feet from the crashing waves of a lingering south swell that kept hundreds of fans on their toes—and even wet, at times.More >>
Monday, May 20 2013 5:11 PM EDT2013-05-20 21:11:29 GMT
A mile-wide tornado chewing through the Oklahoma City area has reduced neighborhoods to rubble and left cars and trucks crumpled on the sides of highways. Television video left piles of debris where homesMore >>
A mile-wide tornado chewing through the Oklahoma City area has reduced neighborhoods to rubble and left cars and trucks crumpled on the sides of highways. Television video left piles of debris where homesMore >>
Monday, May 20 2013 3:36 PM EDT2013-05-20 19:36:57 GMT
The TODAY show cast got a taste of Hawaii with a visit to Oahu's North Shore on Saturday. Ramsay Wharton tagged along as Al, Matt, Savannah and Natalie worked up an appetite with a little canoe race...thenMore >>
The TODAY show cast got a taste of Hawaii with a visit to Oahu's North Shore on Saturday. Ramsay Wharton tagged along as Al, Matt, Savannah and Natalie worked up an appetite with a little canoe race...thenMore >>
Monday, May 20 2013 1:56 PM EDT2013-05-20 17:56:19 GMT
Kono is on the run for a murder she didn't commit and faced with a difficult decision between her boyfriend and Five-O family. The English translation of this episode is "Farewell and Take Care" andMore >>
Kono is on the run for a murder she didn't commit and faced with a difficult decision between her boyfriend and Five-O family. The English translation of this episode is "Farewell and Take Care" and the promo for the finale says by the end, "This team of 4 becomes 3."More >>
Monday, May 20 2013 1:33 PM EDT2013-05-20 17:33:51 GMT
The National Weather Service in Honolulu has issued a Flood Advisory for the island of Hawaii in Hawaii County until 8:15 am Hst. At 5:12 am Hst, radar showed heavy rain near Kawaihae, or about 33 milesMore >>
The National Weather Service in Honolulu has canceled a Flood Advisory for the island of Hawaii in Hawaii County that was in effect until 8:15 am.More >>
Monday, May 20 2013 12:04 PM EDT2013-05-20 16:04:21 GMT
A woman suffered serious injuries after being shot in Makaha Sunday afternoon. The incident happened at about 4:45 p.m. near Kea'au Homesteads Road and Farrington Highway. Honolulu police say the womanMore >>
A woman suffered serious injuries after being shot in Makaha Sunday afternoon.
Monday, May 20 2013 11:42 AM EDT2013-05-20 15:42:25 GMT
Honolulu police have closed the two mauka lanes on Kinau Street Monday morning. The two lanes on Kinau Street before Ward Avenue are closed due to power lines in the roadway. Vehicles are being directedMore >>
Honolulu police have re-opened the two mauka lanes on Kinau Street Monday morning.More >>
Monday, May 20 2013 11:12 AM EDT2013-05-20 15:12:00 GMT
There is no tsunami threat for Hawaii after a 6.5 magnitude earthquake struck off the coast of Chile Saturday night. The quake happened at 11:49 p.m. It was originally estimated at a magnitude of 6.8,More >>
There is no tsunami threat for Hawaii after a 6.5 magnitude earthquake struck off the coast of Chile Saturday night.More >>
Monday, May 20 2013 5:41 AM EDT2013-05-20 09:41:25 GMT
The National Weather Service in Honolulu has issued a Flood Advisory for the island of Oahu in Honolulu County until 7:45 p.m. At 4:45 p.m., radars and rain gages showed heavy rain along the windwardMore >>
A flood advisory for windward portions of the island of Oahu has been cancelled. More >>
Monday, May 20 2013 3:41 AM EDT2013-05-20 07:41:48 GMT
With the high surf, the Halona Blowhole yields a spectacular scene, but with the rough conditions over the past few days, it's been quite dangerous. A group of five visitors learned that lesson the hardMore >>
With the high surf, the Halona Blowhole yields a spectacular scene, but with the rough conditions over the past few days, it's been quite dangerous. A group of five visitors learned that lesson the hardMore >>
Sunday, May 19 2013 11:19 PM EDT2013-05-20 03:19:01 GMT
A car plowed into a Costco store on Maui Sunday afternoon. The incident happened in Kahului at around 2:30 p.m. About 100 people were in the area when the Mazda's engine suddenly revved and the car crashedMore >>
A car plowed into a Costco store on Maui Sunday afternoon.More >>
Sunday, May 19 2013 10:03 PM EDT2013-05-20 02:03:50 GMT
The man who was taken into custody after barricading himself and involving police in a standoff in Ewa Beach has been charged. Mark Char was charged with place to keep and first degree terroristic threatening.More >>
The man who was taken into custody after barricading himself and involving police in a standoff in Ewa Beach has been charged.More >>
Sunday, May 19 2013 9:06 PM EDT2013-05-20 01:06:19 GMT
A Maui father of six is making amazing progress after nearly dying from a rare condition. Gary Parrish was transferred from the intensive care unit at Stanford Hospital in California to a regular hospitalMore >>
A Maui father of six is making amazing progress after nearly dying from a rare condition.More >>
Sunday, May 19 2013 8:49 PM EDT2013-05-20 00:49:17 GMT
Gov. Neil Abercrombie will enact two significant traffic safety bills that he says will save lives and reduce serious injuries from motor vehicle crashes in Hawaii. Senate Bill 4 will require all frontMore >>
Gov. Neil Abercrombie will enact two significant traffic safety bills that he says will save lives and reduce serious injuries from motor vehicle crashes in Hawaii. More >>
Sunday, May 19 2013 8:25 PM EDT2013-05-20 00:25:32 GMT
The 35th annual Hawaii Lodging & Tourism Association (HTLA) Visitor Industry Charity Walk raised a record $1,671,436 Saturday. "Our visitor industry works hard all year to put together this event thatMore >>
The 35th annual Hawaii Lodging & Tourism Association (HTLA) Visitor Industry Charity Walk raised a recod $1,671,436 Saturday.More >>
Sunday, May 19 2013 8:07 PM EDT2013-05-20 00:07:42 GMT
Sunday marks "Hawaii State Law Enforcement Ride For The Fallen Day," the ending event to National Police Week. The ride serves as a memorial to raise money for a memorial to honor fallen law enforcementMore >>
Sunday marks "Hawaii State Law Enforcement Ride For The Fallen Day," the ending event to National Police Week.More >>
Sunday, May 19 2013 7:29 PM EDT2013-05-19 23:29:00 GMT
Ocean Safety officials are urging the public to listen to lifeguards for their own safety. Five men at the Blow Hole Saturday at about 6:15 p.m. repeatedly ignored city lifeguard requests to move fromMore >>
Ocean Safety officials are urging the public to listen to lifeguards for their own safety.More >>
Sunday, May 19 2013 6:24 PM EDT2013-05-19 22:24:08 GMT
A train derailment was reported near the Bridgeport and Fairfield city lines Friday night. Few details have been released on the derailment, but the incident was reported around 6:30 p.m. in the area ofMore >>
Dozens of passengers and employees were among those injured when two Metro-North trains collided near a station in Fairfield Friday night.More >>
Sunday, May 19 2013 4:14 PM EDT2013-05-19 20:14:49 GMT
The National Weather Service in Honolulu has issued a High Surf Advisory, which is in effect from 6 a.m. Thursday to 6 a.m. Saturday. Forecasters say a series of South swells will impact the islandsMore >>
The National Weather Service has extended a high surf advisory until 6 a.m. Monday for the south-facing shores of all islands.More >>
Sunday, May 19 2013 1:13 PM EDT2013-05-19 17:13:04 GMT
Police are looking for a man in his 20's who allegedly used an accelerant to set a Kailua home on fire late Friday night. Investigators say the vacant house on Kupau Street the suspect set fire to wasMore >>
Police believe an arsonist caused an explosion at a Kailua home. Emergency crews rushed to the house on ...More >>
Sunday, May 19 2013 6:32 AM EDT2013-05-19 10:32:23 GMT
The National Weather Service in Honolulu has issued a Flood Advisory on the Big Island of Hawaii until 6 p.m. According to forecasters, radar at 2:54 p.m. showed heavy rain at Saddle Road Junction, aboutMore >>
The National Weather Service in Honolulu has cancelled a flash flood warning that was in effect on the Big Island, mainly in the Kohala districts. Radar and rain gages indicated that heavy rain has ended.More >>
Sunday, May 19 2013 3:48 AM EDT2013-05-19 07:48:32 GMT
The Department of Public Safety is investigating the apparent suicide of a female inmate after she was found unresponsive in her cell at Oahu Community Correctional Center Saturday morning. It's theMore >>
The Department of Public Safety is investigating the apparent suicide of a female inmate after she was found unresponsive in her cell at Oahu Community Correctional Center Saturday morning. It's theMore >>
Sunday, May 19 2013 12:28 AM EDT2013-05-19 04:28:38 GMT
The Annual Honolulu Triathlon will take place Sunday, May 19, 2013, and will start at Ala Moana Beach Park at 5:45 a.m. Participants will begin with a 1500 meter swim, followed by a 25 mile bike rideMore >>
The Annual Honolulu Triathlon will take place Sunday, May 19, 2013, and will start at Ala Moana Beach Park at 5:45 a.m.More >>
Saturday, May 18 2013 11:27 PM EDT2013-05-19 03:27:51 GMT
CrimeStoppers and the Honolulu Police Department are looking for a woman visiting from the mainland who has been missing since early Thursday morning. Police say Ivanice "Ivy" was last seen on May 16More >>
CrimeStoppers and the Honolulu Police Department are looking for a woman visiting from the mainland who has been missing since early Thursday morning.More >>
Saturday, May 18 2013 11:03 PM EDT2013-05-19 03:03:24 GMT
A Schofield Barracks soldier is recovering after being attacked in Wahiawa. The 20-year-old man was stabbed with a knife in a parking lot behind Maui Mike's Restaurant early Saturday morning. The victimMore >>
A Schofield Barracks soldier is recovering tonight after being attacked in Wahiawa.More >>
Saturday, May 18 2013 9:41 PM EDT2013-05-19 01:41:31 GMT
The National Weather Service in Honolulu has issued a Flood Advisory for the island of Oahu in Honolulu County. Until 4:45 pm Hst. At 1:36 pm Hst, radar showed several areas of heavy rain along the southMore >>
The National Weather Service in Honolulu has issued a Flood Advisory for the island of Oahu in Honolulu County until 4:45 p.m.More >>
Saturday, May 18 2013 2:55 PM EDT2013-05-18 18:55:20 GMT
Strong surf along Hawaii's south shores caused three boats to capsize Friday near Maui's Mala Wharf. Shortly after 10:40 a.m., fire fighters say they found the grounded sailboats within a quarter mileMore >>
Strong surf along Hawaii's south shores caused three boats to capsize Friday near Maui's Mala Wharf.More >>
Saturday, May 18 2013 2:46 PM EDT2013-05-18 18:46:08 GMT
The cast and crew of NBC's TODAY show are leaving New York and going an ‘American Adventure,' and the first stop for Matt Lauer, Savannah Guthrie, Al Roker and Company involves sun, sand and surf… RightMore >>
The cast and crew of NBC's TODAY show are leaving New York and going an ‘American Adventure,' and the first stop involves sun, sand and surf… Right here in Hawaii.More >>
Saturday, May 18 2013 2:44 PM EDT2013-05-18 18:44:32 GMT
After more than a century of ownership by the Castle Family, Kailua's 38-acre town center could be up for sale, along with other commercial properties in Kaneohe and Honolulu. The sale of those propertiesMore >>
After more than a century of ownership by the Castle Family, Kailua's 38-acre town center could be up for sale, along with other commercial properties in Kaneohe and Honolulu. More >>
Saturday, May 18 2013 2:10 PM EDT2013-05-18 18:10:04 GMT
Gov. Neil Abercrombie held a secret meeting with nearly all the University of Hawaii Board of Regents Wednesday afternoon to discuss how to move forward with the search for a new UH president. AbercrombieMore >>
Gov. Neil Abercrombie held a secret meeting with nearly all the University of Hawaii Board of Regents Wednesday afternoon to discuss how to move forward with the search for a new UH president.More >>
Saturday, May 18 2013 7:48 AM EDT2013-05-18 11:48:17 GMT
Thousands of people are drawn to the creation of new land on the Big Island of Hawaii, courtesy of Kilauea Volcano. However, the U.S. Geological Survey is very concerned about some of those people gettingMore >>
Thousands of people are drawn to the creation of new land on the Big Island of Hawaii, courtesy of Kilauea Volcano.More >>
Saturday, May 18 2013 6:52 AM EDT2013-05-18 10:52:45 GMT
The Pomeranian Powerball continued for the second and final day at the Hawaiian Humane Society. Today the 13 little dogs attracted nearly 500 people looking to take one home. The remaining 19 will be adoptedMore >>
The Pomeranian Powerball continued for the second and final day at the Hawaiian Humane Society. Today the 13 little dogs attracted nearly 500 people looking to take one home.More >>
Saturday, May 18 2013 3:35 AM EDT2013-05-18 07:35:46 GMT
Five months after acquiring the former Hawaii Medical Center West, Queen's Medical Center is about to begin construction on its new Ewa campus and some high-tech changes are in the works. Queen's receivedMore >>
Five months after acquiring the former Hawaii Medical Center West, Queen's Medical Center is about to begin construction on its new Ewa campus and some high-tech changes are in the works. Queen's receivedMore >>
Saturday, May 18 2013 2:06 AM EDT2013-05-18 06:06:53 GMT
The last arrow fired at the Kapiolani Regional Park Archery Range was in April, 2012. That's when the city closed it over safety concerns. Because an archer accidentally shot an arrow onto the nearby tennisMore >>
The last arrow fired at the Kapiolani Regional Park Archery Range was in April, 2012. That's when the city closed it over safety concerns. Because an archer accidentally shot an arrow onto the nearby tennisMore >>
Friday, May 17 2013 9:50 PM EDT2013-05-18 01:50:45 GMT
The University of Hawaii Board of Regents spent at least an hour and a half meeting behind closed doors in executive session Thursday afternoon to discuss the departure of UH President MRC Greenwood andMore >>
The University of Hawaii Board of Regents spent at least an hour and a half meeting behind closed doors in executive session Thursday afternoon to discuss the departure of UH President MRC Greenwood and efforts to find her successor.More >>
One of Alaska's most restless volcanoes has shot an ash cloud 15,000 feet into the air in an ongoing eruption that has drawn attention from a nearby community but isn't expected to threaten air traffic.More >>
One of Alaska's most restless volcanoes shot an ash cloud 15,000 feet into the air Friday in an ongoing eruption that is visible for miles when the weather allows.More >>
Friday, May 17 2013 9:35 PM EDT2013-05-18 01:35:05 GMT
A Waikiki tourist attraction is proving to be right on target with visitors, especially those from Japan. The Royal Hawaiian Shooting Club has been a fixture in Waikiki since 2001, but business has takenMore >>
The Royal Hawaiian Shooting Club has been a fixture in Waikiki since 2001, but business has taken off as gun control regulations have become more restrictive around the world and country.More >>
Friday, May 17 2013 9:31 PM EDT2013-05-18 01:31:28 GMT
Mayor Kirk Caldwell announced that all members of the U.S. military and their families are invited to visit the Honolulu Zoo for free on "Military Appreciation Day," this Sunday, May 19, 2013 from 9 a.m.More >>
Mayor Kirk Caldwell announced that all members of the U.S. military and their families are invited to visit the Honolulu Zoo for free on Military Appreciation Day.More >>
Friday, May 17 2013 9:01 PM EDT2013-05-18 01:01:28 GMT
After less than two hours of deliberation, a jury has found Vicente Kote Kapika Hilario, age 26 of Anahola, guilty of multiple charges. Hilario was previously found guilty of Murder in the First Degree.More >>
After less than two hours of deliberation, a jury has found Vicente Kote Kapika Hilario, age 26 of Anahola, guilty of multiple charges.More >>
Homes built by volunteers from Habitat for Humanity were among the hardest hit by a tornado that killed at least six people in North Texas.More >>
Residents whose homes were torn apart or blown away by a North Texas deadly tornado can soon return to retrieve what belongings may be left and start cleaning up, authorities said Friday.More >>
Friday, May 17 2013 7:16 PM EDT2013-05-17 23:16:53 GMT
One person has died in a crash near Harrisonville, MO, Thursday evening. The crash happened on Missouri Highway 7 and Walker Road. It involved a car and a tractor-trailer. Harrisonville is in Cass County.More >>
Savannah Nash celebrated her 16th birthday last week. She died Thursday when her car slammed into a semi while she was texting during her first time driving by herself.More >>
Lawmakers are ready to question the ousted head of the Internal Revenue Service as Congress holds its first hearing on the tougher scrutiny the IRS gave tea party and other conservative groups that applied for...More >>
Senior Treasury officials were made aware in June 2012 that investigators were looking into complaints from tea party groups that they were being harassed by the Internal Revenue Service, a Treasury inspector general said...More >>
Friday, May 17 2013 6:42 PM EDT2013-05-17 22:42:19 GMT
For the second time since its opening, Oahu's only public rose garden has become the target of plant thieves. The Honolulu Rose Society says crooks dug up 13 newly planted rose bushes this week at theMore >>
For the second time since its opening, Oahu's only public rose garden has become the target of plant thieves.More >>
Friday, May 17 2013 6:35 PM EDT2013-05-17 22:35:15 GMT
Have you seen that new towering structure in downtown Las Vegas? It's not a high-rise condo or a hotel. It's the guts of SlotZilla. The steel skeleton of the 128-foot SlotZilla is now in place. SlotZilla,More >>
Have you seen that new towering structure in downtown Las Vegas? It's not a high-rise condo or a hotel. It's the guts of SlotZilla. More >>
Friday, May 17 2013 4:11 PM EDT2013-05-17 20:11:24 GMT
By JENNIFER SINCO KELLEHER Associated Press HONOLULU (AP) - Hawaii is scaling back a move to provide extra learning time for struggling schools. Extended learning time for low-performing schools in Waianae,More >>
Hawaii is scaling back a move to provide extra learning time for struggling schools.More >>
Friday, May 17 2013 3:07 PM EDT2013-05-17 19:07:28 GMT
KAHULUI, Hawaii (AP) - State officials are asking for help in finding a Hawaiian monk seal that was accidentally hooked by a fisherman in Maui. The state Department of Land and Natural Resources saysMore >>
State officials are asking for help in finding a Hawaiian monk seal that was accidentally hooked by a fisherman in Maui.More >>
Friday, May 17 2013 2:46 PM EDT2013-05-17 18:46:52 GMT
HONOLULU (AP) - The number of homeless people living on Oahu is growing faster than last year. The Honolulu Star-Advertiser reports that the latest Homeless .in-Time Count shows that the number of homelessMore >>
The number of homeless people living on Oahu is growing faster than last year.More >>
Friday, May 17 2013 1:22 PM EDT2013-05-17 17:22:26 GMT
This Saturday's Powerball drawing is now worth at least $600 million. No one matched Wednesday night's numbers, making Saturday's jackpot the third largest in U.S. history. The largest jackpot was $656More >>
The Powerball jackpot is now one of the largest in U.S. history.More >>
Friday, May 17 2013 1:18 PM EDT2013-05-17 17:18:37 GMT
(Editor's Note: Tia Watson is a local sixth grader with an interest in all things outer space. Last summer, she participated in the Starbase Atlantis Program at Ford Island, and launched a rocket as partMore >>
This week, a local sixth grader is in Cape Canaveral to witness a real, live rocket launch, and she has agreed to keep a diary about her experiences with our readers here on HawaiiNewsNow.com.More >>
Friday, May 17 2013 12:58 PM EDT2013-05-17 16:58:17 GMT
The retail space being vacated by Sears in the Ala Moana Shopping Center will be replaced by a Bloomingdale's department store, according to a statement released by General Growth Properties, the mall'sMore >>
The retail space being vacated by Sears in the Ala Moana Shopping Center will be replaced by a Bloomingdale's department store, according to a statement released by General Growth Properties, the mall's owner, on Friday.More >>
Friday, May 17 2013 11:48 AM EDT2013-05-17 15:48:23 GMT
Hawaii new jobless claims fell last week, showing the strongest declines on Oahu while rising slightly on Maui and in Hilo. For the seven days to last Sunday there were 11,651 jobless claims filed, ofMore >>
Hawaii new jobless claims fell last week, showing the strongest declines on Oahu while rising slightly on Maui and in Hilo.More >>
Friday, May 17 2013 11:34 AM EDT2013-05-17 15:34:04 GMT
Hawaii hotels ran 71,3 percent full last week, a sign May will be, as it often is, the calm before the summer peak season in the islands. Occupancy was 77 percent on Oahu, 71 percent on Maui, 68 percentMore >>
Hawaii hotels ran 71,3 percent full last week, a sign May will be, as it often is, the calm before the summer peak season in the islands.More >>
Friday, May 17 2013 6:23 AM EDT2013-05-17 10:23:19 GMT
Maseeh Ganjali's Dodge pickup truck was still parked on University Avenue Thursday, exactly where he was attacked just about 24 hours earlier. The 30-year-old Ganjali still shows signs of the brutal attack,More >>
Maseeh Ganjali's Dodge pickup truck was still parked on University Avenue Thursday, exactly where he was attacked the day before.More >>
Friday, May 17 2013 2:42 AM EDT2013-05-17 06:42:33 GMT
Units from the Honolulu Police Department's Specialized Services Divison were called to a home on Halolani Street in Ewa Beach on Wednesday night after a man who was reported to be armed barricaded himselfMore >>
Units from the Honolulu Police Department's Specialized Services Divison were called to a home on Halolani Street in Ewa Beach on Wednesday night after a man who was reported to be armed barricaded himself inside.More >>
Friday, May 17 2013 2:41 AM EDT2013-05-17 06:41:08 GMT
When Barbara Burns wants to smoke a cigarette, she leaves her apartment at Kalakaua Homes and walks off property. She's preparing for a coming crackdown. "It's not always convenient but I guess I haveMore >>
When Barbara Burns wants to smoke a cigarette, she leaves her apartment at Kalakaua Homes and walks off property. She's preparing for a coming crackdown. "It's not always convenient but I guess I haveMore >>
Friday, May 17 2013 2:27 AM EDT2013-05-17 06:27:00 GMT
A jury has found a Wahiawa man accused of going on a deadly Honolulu highway-shooting rampage guilty of murder. Toby Stangel who faced murder, attempted murder and other charges, chose not to testifyMore >>
A jury has found a Wahiawa man accused of going on a deadly Honolulu highway-shooting rampage guilty of murder.More >>
An Australian politician says he's learned a valuable lesson in social networking after he "liked" a Facebook photo without realizing that it showed a teenage prankster exposing himself.More >>
An Australian politician says he has learned a valuable lesson in social networking after he "liked" a Facebook photo without realizing that it showed a teenage prankster exposing himself.More >>
Thursday, May 16 2013 10:54 PM EDT2013-05-17 02:54:55 GMT
Some pure bred Pomeranians created an adoption frenzy Thursday morning. More than 220 people came to the Hawaiian Humane Society trying to adopt one of the dogs. The 43 Pomeranians were surrendered fromMore >>
Some pure bred Pomeranians created an adoption frenzy Thursday morning. More than 220 people came to the Hawaiian Humane Society trying to adopt one of the dogs.More >>
Thursday, May 16 2013 10:52 PM EDT2013-05-17 02:52:47 GMT
MIAMI (AP) - Forecasters say the first tropical depression of the Pacific hurricane season has formed off the coast of Mexico. The U.S. National Hurricane Center in Miami says the depression formed Wednesday. ItMore >>
Forecasters say the first tropical storm of the eastern Pacific hurricane season is struggling off the coast of Mexico. More >>
Thursday, May 16 2013 10:38 PM EDT2013-05-17 02:38:20 GMT
PACIFIC MISSILE RANGE FACILITY, Hawaii (AP) - The Missile Defense Agency and US Navy sailors completed a successful test of a missile defense system by destroying a target launched in the Pacific Ocean. TheMore >>
The Missile Defense Agency and US Navy sailors completed a successful test of a missile defense system by destroying a target launched in the Pacific Ocean.More >>
New Orleans police say the suspect in a Mother's Day parade shooting that left 19 people wounded has been taken into custody.More >>
Two brothers with a history of drug arrests and suspected ties to a neighborhood gang each face 20 counts of attempted second-degree murder in a shooting spree that brought a sudden bloody end to a Mother's Day parade in...More >>
The Powerball jackpot has climbed to $475 million after no tickets matched the winning numbers in the latest drawing.More >>
The numbers sum up the frenzy that has taken over the Golden State since it became the newest in the nation to join the madness over Powerball, which saw its jackpot soar Thursday to $550 million.More >>
Thursday, May 16 2013 8:26 PM EDT2013-05-17 00:26:27 GMT
Schofield Barracks in April issued a noise advisory for nearby residents. Now we have an idea why! The Army provided video and images of the recent intense training exercise at Schofield. It's calledMore >>
Schofield Barracks in April issued a noise advisory for nearby residents. Now we have an idea why!More >>
Thursday, May 16 2013 6:44 PM EDT2013-05-16 22:44:20 GMT
HONOLULU (AP) - State officials say Hawaii's unemployment rate dropped to 4.9% in April, its lowest rate since October 2008. The Department of Labor and Industrial Relations said Thursday that the rateMore >>
State officials say Hawaii's unemployment rate dropped to 4.9% in April, its lowest rate since October 2008.More >>
Thursday, May 16 2013 6:41 PM EDT2013-05-16 22:41:40 GMT
KAPOLEI, Hawaii (AP) - Police say a 12-year-old boy was taken into custody after allegedly creating and setting off an explosive device in Kapolei. Honolulu police spokeswoman Michelle Yu says becauseMore >>
Police say a 12-year-old boy was taken into custody after allegedly creating and setting off an explosive device in Kapolei.More >>
Thursday, May 16 2013 6:38 PM EDT2013-05-16 22:38:16 GMT
Kaimuki Christian School is gearing up for a big expansion thanks in part to a record-setting donation. The Clarence T. C. Ching Foundation presented a $1.5 million check to the school WednesdayMore >>
Kaimuki Christian School is gearing up for a big expansion thanks in part to a record-setting donation. More >>
A powerful explosion has shaken buildings in Kabul and smoke is billowing east of the Afghan capital.More >>
A suicide car bombing tore through a U.S. convoy in Kabul on Thursday, killing at least 15 people including six Americans in a blast so powerful it rattled the other side of the Afghan capital. U.S. soldiers rushed to help,...More >>
Thursday, May 16 2013 4:26 PM EDT2013-05-16 20:26:33 GMT
Local gas prices increased slightly in many areas again over the last week, according to the AAA Hawaii Weekend Gas Watch. Hawaii state average for regular unleaded is $4.35 per gallon, a penny more thanMore >>
Local gas prices increased slightly in many areas again over the last week, accordingto the AAA Hawaii Weekend Gas Watch.More >>
Thursday, May 16 2013 2:38 PM EDT2013-05-16 18:38:19 GMT
A conservative watchdog group has filed suit in Federal court in an effort to obtain records on the costs of President Obama's vacations in Hawaii. The group Judicial Watch said it filed a Freedom ofMore >>
A conservative watchdog group has filed suit in Federal court in an effort to obtain records on the costs of President Obama's vacations in Hawaii.More >>
Thursday, May 16 2013 1:21 PM EDT2013-05-16 17:21:30 GMT
LAKE BUENA VISTA, FL (WFTV/CNN) - Disney World is the place where dreams come true, but sometimes waiting is the hardest part. According to an article in the New York Post this week, some wealthy parentsMore >>
According to an article in the New York Post this week, some wealthy parents may be taking the FastPass to an extreme.More >>
Thursday, May 16 2013 1:08 PM EDT2013-05-16 17:08:09 GMT
The Department of Water on Kauai has scheduled a water outage for customers in the Kapa'a - Waipouli area on Thursday, May 16, from 10 p.m. until 6 a.m. on Friday. The shutdown will allow the department'sMore >>
The Department of Water on Kauai has scheduled a water outage for customers in the Kapa'a - Waipouli area on Thursday, May 16, from 10 p.m. until 6 a.m. on Friday.More >>
Thursday, May 16 2013 12:13 PM EDT2013-05-16 16:13:06 GMT
(RNN) – David Beckham, the most recognizable soccer player to U.S. audiences since Pele, will retire at the end of the season. Beckham, 38, has been playing in France for Paris St.-Germain and donatingMore >>
David Beckham announced he is retiring from soccer.More >>
Thursday, May 16 2013 11:52 AM EDT2013-05-16 15:52:35 GMT
Coyote covered with cholla cactus
A coyote pup is back safe with its mother again after it ran headfirst into a cholla cactus in Sun City West. Gwen Maxwell, an 85-year-old retired school teacher, was leaving her home Tuesday morningMore >>
Huge clumps of cholla cactus were sticking to the coyote pup's back legs, right foreleg, knee and shoulder.More >>
Thursday, May 16 2013 11:46 AM EDT2013-05-16 15:46:20 GMT
HMSA, Hawaii's largest health insurer, and Kaiser Permanente, the state's largest HMO, both ran in the red during the first quarter. "Simply stated, the money we're collecting from members and businessesMore >>
HMSA, Hawaii's largest health insurer, and Kaiser Permanente, the state's largest HMO, both ran in the red during the first quarter.More >>
Thursday, May 16 2013 11:35 AM EDT2013-05-16 15:35:09 GMT
A Waipahu man has been arrested in connection with the death of a 6-week-old baby boy, according to the Honolulu Police Department. Police officials say 38-year-old Joel Asuncion was taken into custodyMore >>
A Waipahu man has been arrested in connection with the death of a 6-week-old baby boy, according to the Honolulu Police Department.More >>
Thursday, May 16 2013 5:28 AM EDT2013-05-16 09:28:06 GMT
New toxicology results show that a driver who was trusted with the lives of two girls had been drinking the night he crashed on the Pali Highway. Now the family of the teenager who died is speaking outMore >>
New toxicology results show that a driver who was trusted with the lives of two girls had been drinking the night he crashed on the Pali Highway.More >>
Thursday, May 16 2013 2:24 AM EDT2013-05-16 06:24:22 GMT
Governor Neil Abercrombie is turning to his social media followers online for their opinion.Governor Abercrombie would like to ask his Facebook followers what they think about the 293 bills that passedMore >>
Governor Neil Abercrombie is turning to his social media followers online for their opinion.More >>
Thursday, May 16 2013 1:09 AM EDT2013-05-16 05:09:13 GMT
The Honolulu Tea Party says it became a target of IRS harassment because of its conservative political stance. Yesterday, the acting chief of the IRS was ousted after a scathing inspector general's reportMore >>
The Honolulu Tea Party says it became a target of IRS harassment because of its conservative political stance. Yesterday, the acting chief of the IRS was ousted after a scathing inspector general's reportMore >>
Thursday, May 16 2013 1:06 AM EDT2013-05-16 05:06:06 GMT
Two years after the state began charging tourists $3 to park at the Pali Lookout, Hawaii News Now found many visitors aren't paying the fee because they don't know they're supposed to pay or they can'tMore >>
Two years after the state began charging tourists $3 to park at the Pali Lookout, Hawaii News Now found many visitors aren't paying the fee because they don't know they're supposed to pay or they can't understand English when attendants ask them to pay.More >>
Thursday, May 16 2013 12:23 AM EDT2013-05-16 04:23:21 GMT
The entire island of Molokai was without power for hours Wednesday morning. The outage that affected approximately 3,200 customers started at 9:40 a.m. Maui Electric says parts of Kaunakakai were broughtMore >>
The entire island of Molokai was without power for hours Wednesday morning.More >>
Wednesday, May 15 2013 11:50 PM EDT2013-05-16 03:50:01 GMT
At McKinley Community School for Adults, Paul Onomura was the first person to take all his GED tests on the computer. "It made me proud of myself. I feel like I can do anything," he said. His test runMore >>
At McKinley Community School for Adults, Paul Onomura was the first person to take all his GED tests on the computer. "It made me proud of myself. I feel like I can do anything," he said. His test runMore >>
Wednesday, May 15 2013 11:41 PM EDT2013-05-16 03:41:15 GMT
In weather prediction size apparently does matter, as in the size of your computer. For many years the United States forecasting system has been dominated by Europe's system but that's about to change. You'llMore >>
In weather prediction size apparently does matter, as in the size of your computer. For many years the United States forecasting system has been dominated by Europe's system but that's about to change.More >>
Wednesday, May 15 2013 11:04 PM EDT2013-05-16 03:04:40 GMT
By OSKAR GARCIA Associated Press HONOLULU (AP) - Hawaii's state auditor says Transportation Department officials improperly shifted buying power to a contractor managing a $1.7 billion renovation of theMore >>
Hawaii's state auditor says Transportation Department officials improperly shifted buying power to a contractor managing a $1.7 billion renovation of the Honolulu airport as part of a pattern of repeat violations.More >>
Wednesday, May 15 2013 9:53 PM EDT2013-05-16 01:53:52 GMT
The Social Security Administration on Wednesday announced the most popular baby names in Hawaii for 2012. Sophia and Ethan topped the list. The top five names for 2012 in Hawaii were: Boys 1. Ethan 2.More >>
The Social Security Administration on Wednesday announced the most popular baby names in Hawaii for 2012.More >>
Wednesday, May 15 2013 9:50 PM EDT2013-05-16 01:50:36 GMT
WAILUKU, Hawaii (AP) - Two people on an inflatable raft were rescued near Maui's McGregor Point lookout after their boat lost power. Maui rescue units located the disabled boat late Tuesday afternoonMore >>
Two people on an inflatable raft were rescued near Maui's McGregor Point lookout after their boat lost power.More >>
Wednesday, May 15 2013 9:14 PM EDT2013-05-16 01:14:32 GMT
Leahi Hospital, as part of National Nursing Home Week activities, recognized its oldest residents on Wednesday. The staff honored Florence Imai, who will turn 104 years old on December 1, Evelyn Kuioka,More >>
Leahi Hospital, as part of National Nursing Home Week activities, recognized its oldest residents on Wednesday.More >>
Wednesday, May 15 2013 6:49 PM EDT2013-05-15 22:49:41 GMT
The Honolulu Police Department is on the hunt for a hiker who is leaving graffiti in the great outdoors. A man who goes by the screen name "hikerboy808" has been leaving that tag at hiking trails acrossMore >>
The Honolulu Police Department is on the hunt for a hiker who is leaving graffiti in the great outdoors.More >>
Wednesday, May 15 2013 6:33 PM EDT2013-05-15 22:33:25 GMT
The search continues Wednesday for a 62-year-old Honokaa man who was reported missing on the Big Island's Hamakua coast. Kevin Devlin, also known as Shawn Devlin, was last seen on Monday (May 13) betweenMore >>
The search continues Wednesday for a 62-year-old Honokaa man who was reported missing on the Big Island's Hamakua coast.More >>
Wednesday, May 15 2013 5:07 PM EDT2013-05-15 21:07:23 GMT
Hawaii News Now on Wednesday announced its newest anchor to join the 5 and 5:30 p.m. newscasts. Sports Director, Chris Tanaka, will move from the sports desk to become the new early evening anchor alongsideMore >>
Hawaii News Now on Wednesday announced its newest anchor to join the 5 and 5:30 p.m. newscasts.More >>
Wednesday, May 15 2013 5:04 PM EDT2013-05-15 21:04:03 GMT
JUNEAU, Alaska (AP) - Residents of Alaska and Hawaii always suspected they pay higher prices, and now the hamburger proves it. The Juneau Empire reports residents of Alaska's capital city pay the highestMore >>
Residents of Alaska and Hawaii always suspected they pay higher prices, and now the hamburger proves it.More >>
Wednesday, May 15 2013 4:01 PM EDT2013-05-15 20:01:21 GMT
A year ago, new "smart meters" were installed throughout downtown Honolulu and Chinatown that were meant to improve parking convenience. A Hawaii News Now investigation has determined the new technologyMore >>
A year ago, new "smart meters" were installed throughout downtown Honolulu and Chinatown that were meant to improve parking convenience. A Hawaii News Now investigation has determined the new technologyMore >>
Wednesday, May 15 2013 3:06 PM EDT2013-05-15 19:06:32 GMT
Two Hawaiian hawks on the Big Island are being treated for gunshot wounds. The endangered native birds are alive, but injured. Pellets were still lodged in their bodies when they arrived at the ThreeMore >>
Two Hawaiian hawks on the Big Island are being treated for gunshot wounds.More >>
Wednesday, May 15 2013 2:18 PM EDT2013-05-15 18:18:18 GMT
Honolulu Fire Department officials are investigating the cause of an apartment fire that caused an estimated $65,000 in damage. It happened at about 7:55 p.m. on Wailepo St. in Kailua Tuesday. The fireMore >>
Honolulu Fire Department officials are investigating the cause of an apartment fire that caused an estimated $65,000 in damage.More >>
Wednesday, May 15 2013 1:29 PM EDT2013-05-15 17:29:14 GMT
HONOLULU (AP) - Hawaii Gov. Neil Abercrombie is ordering state flags to be flown at half-staff alongside the national flag in recognition of Peace Officers Memorial Day. Abercrombie says the people ofMore >>
Hawaii Gov. Neil Abercrombie is ordering state flags to be flown at half-staff alongside the national flag in recognition of Peace Officers Memorial Day.More >>
Wednesday, May 15 2013 1:23 PM EDT2013-05-15 17:23:26 GMT
HONOLULU (AP) - Jurors will continue to deliberate in the murder trial against a Wahiawa man accused of going on a shooting rampage that left a mother of 10 dead. The jury will resume deliberations WednesdayMore >>
urors will continue to deliberate in the murder trial against a Wahiawa man accused of going on a shooting rampage that left a mother of 10 dead.More >>
Wednesday, May 15 2013 1:20 PM EDT2013-05-15 17:20:19 GMT
Greg Karber buys Abercrombie & Fitch-branded clothing in thrift stores and then gives them to the homeless on Skid Row in Los Angeles.
Greg Karber cruises Southern California thrift shops for Abercrombie & Fitch-branded clothing, buys the clothing and then turns around and gives them to the homeless on Skid Row in Los Angeles.More >>
Greg Karber cruises Southern California thrift shops for Abercrombie & Fitch-branded clothing, buys the clothing and then turns around and gives them to the homeless on Skid Row in Los Angeles.More >>
Wednesday, May 15 2013 1:13 PM EDT2013-05-15 17:13:44 GMT
The "O" in Oprah could now stand for 'Organic.' "O Magazine' is giving readers an exclusive look at her new Maui farm for the June issue. There are more than 100 species of fruits, vegetables and herbsMore >>
The "O" in Oprah could now stand for 'Organic.' "O Magazine' is giving readers an exclusive look at her new Maui farm for the June issue. There are more than 100 species of fruits, vegetables and herbsMore >>
A 42-year-old man dribbling a soccer ball along the West Coast with a mission of making it to the World Cup was hit and killed by a truck on the Oregon coastline. Police said Richard Swanson, 42, of Seattle,More >>
A 42-year-old man dribbling a soccer ball along the West Coast with a mission of making it to the World Cup was hit and killed by a truck on the Oregon coastline.More >>
Wednesday, May 15 2013 2:38 AM EDT2013-05-15 06:38:41 GMT
Waikiki's five-star Halekulani Hotel has apologized to well-known Hawaiian entertainer Weldon Kekauoha after security guards asked his family whether they were guests while they swam at the hotel's poolMore >>
Waikiki's five-star Halekulani Hotel has apologized to well-known Hawaiian entertainer Weldon Kekauoha after security guards asked his family whether they were guests while they swam at the hotel's pool during a weekend getaway there.More >>
Wednesday, May 15 2013 2:24 AM EDT2013-05-15 06:24:11 GMT
The 'Rainbow' is making a return to Manoa. In an announcement planned for Tuesday morning, University of Hawaii at Manoa Athletics Director Ben Jay will announce that all men's teams—including football—willMore >>
University of Hawaii at Manoa Athletics Director Ben Jay announced Tuesday morning that all men's teams at the school—including football—will be known as the Rainbow Warriors. More >>
Wednesday, May 15 2013 2:21 AM EDT2013-05-15 06:21:47 GMT
There are 570 students at Waialua Elementary School, but not a single one has been able to set foot in what's shaping up to be the school's new library, computer and media center. The grand opening wasMore >>
There are 570 students at Waialua Elementary School, but not a single one has been able to set foot in what's shaping up to be the school's new library, computer and media center. The grand opening wasMore >>
Wednesday, May 15 2013 2:07 AM EDT2013-05-15 06:07:41 GMT
The National Transportation Safety Board said today it wants all states to lower the drunk driving limit to .05. It's all in an effort to keep impaired drivers off the road but the recommendation is gettingMore >>
The National Transportation Safety Board says in the last 30 years nearly 440,000 people have been killed in alcohol related crashes and it believes those crashes are preventable.
Wednesday, May 15 2013 1:15 AM EDT2013-05-15 05:15:57 GMT
The Honolulu Rail Project is seeking talented, creative people to beautify rail stations.Honolulu Mayor Peter Caldwell and Hart CEO Dan Grabauskas unveiled a $5,000,000 rail art program Tuesday.Hart isMore >>
The Honolulu Rail Project is seeking talented, creative people to beautify rail stations.More >>
Wednesday, May 15 2013 12:18 AM EDT2013-05-15 04:18:59 GMT
HONOLULU (AP) - A federal judge in Hawaii is setting conditions for the pretrial release of a defense contractor accused of giving military secrets to his Chinese girlfriend. U.S. District Court JudgeMore >>
HONOLULU (AP) - A federal judge in Hawaii is setting conditions for the pretrial release of a defense contractor accused of giving military secrets to his Chinese girlfriend. U.S. District Court JudgeMore >>
Wednesday, May 15 2013 12:07 AM EDT2013-05-15 04:07:10 GMT
The Hawaiian Humane Society is rescuing dozens of dogs from the home of a breeder in Halawa Tuesday afternoon. Officials say anywhere from 30 – 60 dogs were living in deplorable conditions, with filthyMore >>
The Hawaiian Humane Society rescued dozens of dogs from the home of a breeder in Halawa on Tuesday afternoon. More >>
Tuesday, May 14 2013 9:50 PM EDT2013-05-15 01:50:10 GMT
By JENNIFER SINCO KELLEHER Associated Press HONOLULU (AP) - The attorney for a Wahiawa man accused of going on a deadly Honolulu highway shooting rampage says jurors don't have enough evidence to proveMore >>
The attorney for a Wahiawa man accused of going on a deadly Honolulu highway shooting rampage says jurors don't have enough evidence to prove his client's intent.More >>
Tuesday, May 14 2013 8:12 PM EDT2013-05-15 00:12:39 GMT
By AUDREY McAVOY Associated Press HONOLULU (AP) - Opponents of a plan to build the world's largest telescope at the summit of Hawaii's Mauna Kea volcano are appealing their case in the state courts. EnvironmentalMore >>
Opponents of a plan to build the world's largest telescope at the summit of Hawaii's Mauna Kea volcano are appealing their case in the state courts.More >>
Tuesday, May 14 2013 8:00 PM EDT2013-05-15 00:00:09 GMT
The Senate Judiciary Committee Tuesday approved two measures introduced by Senator Mazie K. Hirono that she says will save Hawaii taxpayers millions of dollars. The two measures would save the state millionsMore >>
The Senate Judiciary Committee Tuesday approved two measures introduced by Senator Mazie K. Hirono that she says will save Hawaii taxpayers millions of dollars. The two measures would save the state millionsMore >>
Tuesday, May 14 2013 4:54 PM EDT2013-05-14 20:54:10 GMT
By JENNIFER SINCO KELLEHER Associated Press HONOLULU (AP) - The mechanic who is taking the blame for last week's helicopter crash landing in downtown Honolulu says he's buying the company a new copter.More >>
The mechanic who is taking the blame for last week's helicopter crash landing in downtown Honolulu says he's buying the company a new copter.More >>
Tuesday, May 14 2013 3:27 PM EDT2013-05-14 19:27:17 GMT
When local freediver and spearfisher Kimi Werner received permission to dive into the water during a research expedition to study Great White Sharks in Mexico, she never imagined an immediate encounterMore >>
When local freediver and spearfisher Kimi Werner received permission to dive into the water during a research expedition to study Great White Sharks in Mexico, she never imagined an immediate encounter with one of nature's most majestic and dangerous animals.More >>
Tuesday, May 14 2013 2:04 PM EDT2013-05-14 18:04:06 GMT
HONOLULU (AP) - Hawaii's Army National Guard is looking for drug smugglers along the Texas and Mexico border. According to the Honolulu Star-Advertiser, two Guard helicopters from Hilo, with between fiveMore >>
Hawaii's Army National Guard is looking for drug smugglers along the Texas and Mexico border.More >>
Tuesday, May 14 2013 1:16 PM EDT2013-05-14 17:16:49 GMT
The Hawaiian Humane Society is investigating a disturbing animal abandonment case. Someone allegedly left a dog for dead on the side of Farrington Highway in its kennel. The dog was left on FarringtonMore >>
The Hawaiian Humane Society is investigating a disturbing animal abandonment case. Someone allegedly left a dog for dead on the side of Farrington Highway in its kennel.More >>
Tuesday, May 14 2013 11:30 AM EDT2013-05-14 15:30:21 GMT
The number of air seats to Hawaii from now through the end of July is up 7.1 percent from last year, or about 200,000 more seats. But the rolling three-month tally by the Hawaii Tourism Authority showsMore >>
The number of air seats to Hawaii from now through the end of July is up 7.1 percent from last year, or about 200,000 more seats.More >>
Tuesday, May 14 2013 10:22 AM EDT2013-05-14 14:22:55 GMT
Hawaiian Electric crews are responding to a power outage in the Haiku area that began by affecting 5,000 customers Monday morning.The outage was reported after 10 a.m., and 4,500 customers had their powerMore >>
Hawaiian Electric Company crews finished replacing a wooden pole and overhead lines that had been damaged by a fire near Windward Community College at around 1 a.m. Tuesday morning, restoring power to all customers who had been affected by the outage. More >>
An outspoken nationalist mayor said the Japanese military's forced prostitution of Asian women before and during World War II was necessary to "maintain discipline" in the ranks and provide rest for soldiers who...More >>
An outspoken nationalist mayor said the Japanese military's forced prostitution of Asian women before and during World War II was necessary to "maintain discipline" in the ranks and provide rest for soldiers who risked...More >>
Tuesday, May 14 2013 7:07 AM EDT2013-05-14 11:07:01 GMT
Constant status updates, tweets, hashtags are part of the digital world we live in. It's virtual social media overload and 90 percent of teens are connected, whether their parents realize it or not. ChiefMore >>
Constant status updates, tweets, hashtags are part of the digital world we live in. It's virtual social media overload and 90 percent of teens are connected, whether their parents realize it or not.More >>
Tuesday, May 14 2013 2:19 AM EDT2013-05-14 06:19:23 GMT
The state Department of Human Services has postponed open enrollment for 250,000 low-income people in the QUEST medical coverage program for a second time, a move that will cost taxpayers tens of thousandsMore >>
The state Department of Human Services has postponed open enrollment for 250,000 low-income people in the QUEST medical coverage program for a second time, a move that will cost taxpayers tens of thousands of dollars.More >>
Tuesday, May 14 2013 2:03 AM EDT2013-05-14 06:03:33 GMT
Maui County officials have identified the woman involved in a fatal accident Thursday afternoon in Kaunakakai. Authorities say Patricia Bevins died after a van collided into the rear of her motorizedMore >>
Maui County officials have identified the woman involved in a fatal accident Thursday afternoon in Kaunakakai. Authorities say Patricia Bevins died after a van collided into the rear of her motorizedMore >>
Tuesday, May 14 2013 1:31 AM EDT2013-05-14 05:31:53 GMT
The search continues Sunday afternoon for a woman who was reported missing in Kokee, Kauai on Saturday. According to family members, the 72-year-old woman left her Kokee cabin at about 2:30 p.m. on SaturdayMore >>
After missing for two nights in the forests of Kauai, Pamela Wilcox-Dohrman is safe and back with her family. More >>
Monday, May 13 2013 11:33 PM EDT2013-05-14 03:33:00 GMT
Toby Stangel chose not to testify in his own defense Monday after the prosecution wrapped up its murder and attempted murder case against him. "You also have a constitutional right not to testify as IMore >>
Toby Stangel chose not to testify in his own defense Monday after the prosecution wrapped up its murder and attempted murder case against him. "You also have a constitutional right not to testify as IMore >>
Monday, May 13 2013 9:25 PM EDT2013-05-14 01:25:01 GMT
The University of Hawaii's new Athletics Director Ben Jay will be talking about his vision for the UH's sports program at a town hall meeting on Thursday, May 16, 2013. It will take place at Pearl RidgeMore >>
The University of Hawaii's new Athletics Director Ben Jay will be talking about his vision for the UH's sports program at a town hall meeting.More >>
Monday, May 13 2013 9:08 PM EDT2013-05-14 01:08:38 GMT
A magnitude 7.0 earthquake has occurred near Pagan, Northern Mariana Islands, the U.S. Geological Survey said. The quake was at a depth of 351 miles. Magnitude 7.0 quakes or greater are capable of causingMore >>
A magnitude 7.0 earthquake has occurred near Pagan, Northern Mariana Islands, the U.S. Geological Survey said.More >>
Monday, May 13 2013 8:34 PM EDT2013-05-14 00:34:00 GMT
The year was 1983. 16 and pregnant, Malia Akiona decided adoption would be best for her baby girl. "I always put her first and thought what kind of life do I want for her" explains Akiona. "Since I can'tMore >>
The year was 1983. 16 and pregnant, Malia Akiona decided adoption would be best for her baby girl.More >>
Monday, May 13 2013 7:23 PM EDT2013-05-13 23:23:13 GMT
HAGATNA, Guam (AP) - The trial of a Guam man charged with kidnapping and rape was delayed when the wrong prisoner was brought to court. Ray Charles Tedtaotao Camacho was scheduled to appear Monday morningMore >>
The trial of a Guam man charged with kidnapping and rape was delayed when the wrong prisoner was brought to court.More >>
Monday, May 13 2013 6:25 PM EDT2013-05-13 22:25:13 GMT
An ice cream delivery truck caught fire while driving along Honoapiilani Highway on Maui Monday morning. Officials say the fire sparked just before 6 a.m. about a quarter mile south of Launiupoko Park.More >>
An ice cream delivery truck caught fire while driving along Honoapiilani Highway on Maui Monday morning.More >>
James Holmes is asking a judge to allow him to change his plea to not guilty by reason of insanity in the deadly Colorado theater shootings.More >>
Lawyers for Colorado theater shooting suspect James Holmes formally told a judge on Monday that he wants to change his plea to not guilty by reason of insanity after outside experts diagnosed his mental illness.More >>
Monday, May 13 2013 12:41 PM EDT2013-05-13 16:41:31 GMT
A 48-year-old man was taken to an area hospital in critical condition on Monday after he fell from his moped and was apparently run over by a truck, according to paramedics. The accident happened nearMore >>
A 48-year-old man was taken to an area hospital in critical condition on Monday after he fell from his moped and was apparently run over by a truck, according to paramedics.More >>
Monday, May 13 2013 11:09 AM EDT2013-05-13 15:09:28 GMT
Pacific Wings, serving five Hawaii destinations with a single Cessna 208 Grand Caravan, will be shutting down in mid-June. The airline website Sunday night showed no seats available beyond June, and theMore >>
Pacific Wings, serving five Hawaii destinations with a single Cessna 208 Grand Caravan, will be shutting down in mid-June.More >>
Monday, May 13 2013 10:45 AM EDT2013-05-13 14:45:41 GMT
Hawaii harbors will be busier now that the Tesoro refinery is closing, because the company is bringing refined products in lieu of the that was once offloaded from offshore. Two tankers were here lastMore >>
Hawaii harbors will be busier now that the Tesoro refinery is closing, because the company is bringing refined products in lieu of the that was once offloaded from offshore.More >>
Monday, May 13 2013 10:32 AM EDT2013-05-13 14:32:05 GMT
The National Weather Service in Honolulu has issued a Flash Flood Warning for:. The island of Oahu in Honolulu County. Until 2:45 pm Hst. At 11:46 am Hst, moderate to briefly Heavy showers continue toMore >>
The National Weather Service has cancelled the flash flood warning that was in effect for Windward Oahu after heavy rains diminished along the Koolau range. More >>
New Orleans police vowed to swiftly track down the gunmen who wounded 19 people at a neighborhood Mother's Day parade, the latest case of violence flaring up around a celebration in the city this year.More >>
Video released early Monday by New Orleans police shows a possible suspect in the Mother's Day gunfire that wounded 19 people during a neighborhood parade.More >>
Monday, May 13 2013 1:03 AM EDT2013-05-13 05:03:20 GMT
Loida Wideman's relatives are observing an anniversary they never thought they'd have to. A full year since their mother and sister never came home. Last Mother's Day, Wideman disappeared on her way toMore >>
Loida Wideman's relatives are observing an anniversary they never thought they'd have to. A full year since their mother and sister never came home. Last Mother's Day, Wideman disappeared on her way toMore >>
Sunday, May 12 2013 11:57 PM EDT2013-05-13 03:57:02 GMT
The family of a man diagnosed with an extremely rare condition is trying to raise $100,000 for a surgery that will save his life. Gary Parish was admitted to the emergency room on Tuesday in criticalMore >>
The family of a man diagnosed with an extremely rare condition is trying to raise $100,000 for a surgery that will save his life.More >>
Friday, May 10 2013 10:14 PM EDT2013-05-11 02:14:36 GMT
The following are graduation dates, times, and sites for Hawaii's public, charter, and adult community schools. Don't forget, send us a photo of your graduate so we can add it to our graduation slideshow!More >>
The following are graduation dates, times, and sites for Hawaii's public, charter, and adult community schools. Don't forget, send us a photo of your graduate so we can add it to our graduation slideshow!More >>
Thursday, May 9 2013 4:02 PM EDT2013-05-09 20:02:06 GMT
If you have an iPad, getting your news from Hawaii News Now is about to get a lot easier. We're rolling out a new app that will revolutionize the way you get your news. You'll see more and bigger imagesMore >>
If you have an iPad, getting your news from Hawaii News Now is about to get a lot easier. We're rolling out a new app that will revolutionize the way you get your news. You'll see more and bigger imagesMore >>
Thursday, May 9 2013 3:28 PM EDT2013-05-09 19:28:11 GMT
Getting your news from Hawaii News Now is about to get easier for Android users. Our new app makes smarter use of the space on your Android phone and tablet screens to provide more timely updates andMore >>
Getting your news from Hawaii News Now is about to get easier for Android users.More >>
