Wind, rain and darkness were likely contributors — and that the conditions were so bad that Galliher’s helicopter mechanic advised him not to take off on the night of the flight.
At least one person was transported to a hospital after a lava explosion near a tour boat off Kapoho on Monday morning, according to Big Island fire officials.
The federal government is warning rail authorities that the agency is running out of patience with delays in the new financial plan for the rail system.
The number of violent crimes statewide last year ticked up, but the violent crime rate in Hawaii still remains well below the nation, according to newly-released figures from the FBI.
After assisting residents impacted by the Kilauea eruption for months, the Kilauea Disaster Recovery Center in Pahoa is closing its doors as volcanic activity tapers off.
Hearings being held this week will give the public a chance to weigh in on proposed administrative rules for public and commercial activities on Mauna Kea.
Half of Hawaii's transgender youth attempted suicide in the past year, according a newly released state report — the first to focus on the health of Hawaii's transgender youth.
Hawaii News Now Sunrise is in Vegas this week! Check out Monday's coverage of everything "9th Island"-related — from cruising the Strip to Vegas real estates to Hawaiian culture in Nevada.
A teddy bear can bring comfort and joy to a young child. Over the weekend, more than 4,100 stuffed animals of all shapes and sizes were donated in the 'Show You Care, Share a Bear' drive.
