Hawai'i State News
Jehovah’s Witnesses travel to Hawai‘i for outreach to Tagalog residents
Over 220 Tagalog Jehovah’s Witnesses from throughout the United States are traveling to Hawai‘i in May.
Kauaʻi man turns fish, octopus into art using Japanese method of gyotaku
Desmond Thain is a Kauaʻi police officer who also is a coveted artist who creates artwork out of fish and octopus using the traditional Japanese method of gyotaku.
Will Hawai‘i’s Iam Tongi be the next ‘American Idol’?
Willaim “Iam” Tongi from Kahuku, O‘ahu, will take the “American Idol” stage for his last time this season during the popular TV singing competition’s live finale today beginning at 2 p.m. Hawai‘i Standard Time, facing off against fellow finalists Colin Stough and Megan Danielle.
Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam Summer Showcase and Expo this June
This rare opportunity will allow visitors to tour the USS Frank J. Petersen Jr homeported at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam.
Hawai‘i Gov. Green traveling to Washington state to meet with officials working to solve homelessness
While on his trip, the governor will meet with government officials and others working to solve homelessness, housing and health care issues in Washington state.
Pacific Heartbeat announces 12th season highlighting Pacific Islander culture
The documentary series consists of four new episodes that showcase the diversity and complexity of Pacific Islander culture.
Hirono, others reintroduce bicameral bill to expand access to birth control
Companion legislation was also introduced in the House by Representatives Ayanna Pressley, Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and Ami Bera.
Voyaging canoe Hōkūleʻa to begin first leg of Alaska Heritage Sail
Voyaging canoe Hōkūleʻa is scheduled to depart Juneau for Yakutat on Friday morning to begin the first leg of the Alaska Heritage Sail.
Federal disaster recovery reform bill introduced by senators Schatz, Collins
The Reforming Disaster Recovery Act would strengthen the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development’s disaster recovery program for states, local governments, and tribes.
Bishop Museum awarded $500,000 grant to preserve, digitize important plant repository
U.S. senators Mazie Hirono and Brian Schatz helped secure the grant for the Bishop Museum in Honolulu.
Hawai‘i Gov. Josh Green helps trapped driver in Waikōloa rollover crash
The former longtime Big Island physician and his motorcade were on their way Thursday morning to the dedication ceremony for a new solar facility when they witnessed the crash happen
Extinction Prevention Act to protect imperiled wildlife, plants, introduced by Hirono
Senator Mazie K. Hirono is a member of the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee. She introduced the Act ahead of Endangered Species Day.
Hirono resolution recognizing May as AANHPI Heritage Month is passed by Senate
Companion legislation was introduced by Rep. Judy Chu, who – like Sen. Hirono – sits on the Congressional Asian Pacific American Caucus.
My Body, My Data Act to protect reproductive, sexual health data lead by Hirono
The My Body, My Data Act is legislation to create a new national standard to protect reproductive and sexual health data.
‘Aloha Always Wins’ children’s program, book fights bullying in over 300 Hawai‘i schools
The “Choose Aloha” Program teaches keiki to choose love, not hate, bullying, self-harm or suicidal ideation.
Hawai‘i transportation department shows uptick in rider-involved fatalities
Of the 33 fatalities, 22 of the riders were not properly licensed. Preliminary toxicology results reveal that 18 of the riders tested positive for alcohol, drugs, or a combination of both.
Hirono, others call for review of JROTC following sexual abuse, misconduct reports
“The more than 500,000 students participating in JROTC programs across the country should be safe and protected in their programs,” said Senator Mazie K. Hirono.
Micro-grant program for small-scale agriculture in Hawai‘i opens
A total of $2 million is available for this year’s program which was provided by the U.S. Department of Agriculture under the 2018 Farm Bill.
University of Hawai‘i to develop climate-resilient, food innovation network
UH received a $1 million, 24-month award as part of the first-ever U.S. National Science Foundation Regional Innovation Engines Development Awards.
Looking good: Hawaiʻi State Sheriffs receive national best-dressed law enforcement award
The State of Hawaiʻi Sheriff Division was named the winner of the 2023 best-dressed public safety award for “Police & Sheriff – Sheriff” by the Network Association of Uniform Manufacturers and Distributors.
