President Barack Obama is expected to arrive in Hawaii tonight to begin his Christmas vacation. A vacation that was put on hold while he continued to deal with issues in Washington. The White House announced the president’s departure plans shortly after the House and the Senate signed off on a deal to extend payroll tax cuts […]
Bill Maher in Hawaii for New Year’s Eve and Day Shows
Comedian Bill Maher is making the rounds in Hawaii and will be on Oahu and Maui in late 2011. He will make his Hawaii debut with two shows, one on New Year’s Eve at the Waikiki Shell and another January 1 at the Maui Arts & Cultural Center. Maher is a funny, yet somewhat controversial […]
Diver Drowns Off South Point
An Ocean View man has died after getting into some trouble while scuba diving Tuesday afternoon at South Point, according to Hawaii County police. Police said they are investigating it as a public accident, and said it appears to be a possible drowning case. Police identified the victim as Gordon Kimo Lopes, 49, of Ocean View. […]
Hawaii Man Convicted of Federal Tax Fraud
A Hawaii man has been convicted of federal tax fraud. The U.S. Attorney’s office in San Jose, Calif. announced Wednesday Eric Aaron Lighter was found guilty of conspiracy to defraud the United States, conspiracy to commit wire fraud and conspiracy to commit blackmail and witness tampering. Prosecutors say the 61-year-old self-described real estate developer and […]
Where to Watch New Year’s Eve Fireworks Displays in Hawaii
There are not many places in the world better than Hawaii for celebrating the new year. With that being said, Hawaii also has some of the very best New Year’s Eve fireworks displays around. Below you will find listings for where to watch the best fireworks displays throughout all of our majestic Hawaiian islands. So […]
Kapena Visits the Women’s Community Correctional Center for Annual Performance
Kapena is a name that most anyone who has been in Hawaii for a few years or more will recognize. Having one of the most successful bands in Hawaii will gain you that type of recognition. However, this is not what Kapena is about, as lead singer Kelly Boy Delima and his family have molded […]
Kapalama Bar Fight Suspect Charged With Manslaughter
The suspect in the death of a Honolulu man in a fight outside a Kapalama bar is scheduled to appear in Honolulu District Court this morning after being charged with manslaughter. Tevita Aholelei, 21, was being held on $100,000 bail. Police said Aholelei hit a 26-year-old Honolulu man outside the Da Kine Sports Bar at bout […]
Hawaii DOE Will Start a Middle School Athletics Program in 2012
The Hawaii DOE (Department of Education) has stated that it plans to start a middle school athletics program in Hawaii starting in 2012. The three-year pilot program will debut in the 2012 – 2013 school year. It is part of a program that will help encourage at-risk youth to extend their school hours and get […]