Senate committees support recreational pot bill
LIHU‘E — A bill that would legalize recreational marijuana in Hawaii was approved by two state Senate committees earlier this week, and it’s now moving to the Senate floor for final consideration.
Grounded yacht owner responds to claims he refuses to pay for damage
HONOLUA BAY, Maui —The owner of the grounded yacht stuck on the reef in Honolua Bay is speaking out against reports that he is refusing to pay for his vessel’s removal from the shore reef, which the state estimates will cost close to $500,000.
Kaua‘i tourism industry continues post-pandemic rebound
Tourism continued to successfully rebound post-pandemic on the island of Kaua‘i, as evidenced by a rise in visitors and visitor spending in January.
Second attempt fails to free grounded yacht on Maui
HONOLUA BAY, Maui — Salvage teams failed in their second attempt at freeing the 120-ton yacht stuck on the shore reef of Honolua Bay on Monday night, and the state says that inclement weather has postponed further efforts until this weekend.
120-ton yacht remains grounded on Maui
HONOLUA BAY, Maui — The state is still working to free a 120-ton super yacht from the corals and reefs of Honolua Bay in northwest Maui, more than a week after its owner accidentally landed the vessel on the shoreline.
Community theatre group brings new musical to stage
A community theater group is hoping its latest production helps bring positivity and joy to audiences.
Owner of grounded yacht responds to online backlash
HONOLUA BAY, Maui — A luxury yacht owner is responding to a wave of online criticism after his vessel grounded near a Maui marine sanctuary on Monday, potentially causing extensive environmental damage to the area.
County exploring solutions to manage waste as landfill approaches maximum capacity
LIHU‘E — As the County of Kauai‘s only landfill approaches maximum capacity, plans for a solution are still uncertain.
Lawmakers against axing paper ballot audits
Kaua‘i County Council members recently approved a resolution opposing two bills that propose to eliminate paper ballot audit requirements in Hawai‘i elections.
Heavy rainfall pounds island
LIHU‘E — The National Weather Service issued a flash flood warning for Kaua‘i on Saturday morning because of heavy rainfall throughout the island.
Study: Residents’ views of tourism improving
A recent study conducted by the state Department of Business, Economic Development and Tourism showed that residents’ views of tourism have improved slightly in the past year. But government officials say there’s still more work to be done.
Free school bus legislation rolls on
LIHU‘E — New legislation could make school bus transportation free for working families in Hawai‘i.
Committee to consider free school lunch bill
New legislation could make it possible for all students in Hawai’i to receive free school lunches, regardless of income.
Two new FM radio stations launch on Kaua‘i
LIHU‘E — Two of Kaua‘i’s FM radio stations have been revamped to target a younger audience and larger market. Hawaiian 107.9 has become 107.9 The X, an active rock station, and Sunny 101.3 has shifted to newer classics.
UH approves 2-year freeze on tuition
The University of Hawai‘i has formalized its tuition fees for the next four academic years.