Tourism officials urge visitors to avoid Hawaiian island in wake of Hurricane Lowell
Tourism officials are urging visitors to adjust travel plans to one of Hawaii’s hardest-hit islands as residents and businesses recover from Hurricane Lowell.
Tourism officials are urging visitors to adjust travel plans to one of Hawaii’s hardest-hit islands as residents and businesses recover from Hurricane Lowell.
Hawaii Swim Show: Designers showcase latest styles
It might always feel like swimsuit season in Hawaii, but this weekend feels especially special thanks to a noteworthy event happening right now. The Hawaii Swim Show gives designers the opportunity to show off some of their latest styles to fashionistas across the tropical paradise. Joining LiveNOW’s J Russell this evening is Kali'a Wasson with the Hawaii Swim Show, who is showing off some of the hard work that designers have been contributing to the show from throughout the weekend.
It might always feel like swimsuit season in Hawaii, but this weekend feels especially special thanks to a noteworthy event happening right now. The Hawaii Swim Show gives designers the opportunity to show off some of their latest styles to fashionistas across the tropical paradise. Joining LiveNOW’s J Russell this evening is Kali'a Wasson with the Hawaii Swim Show, who is showing off some of the hard work that designers have been contributing to the show from throughout the weekend.
Hawaii braces for Moke, just 1 week after Lala
We are continuing to watch this weekend as Hawaii braces for another round of severe weather as Tropical Storm Moke spins its way toward the Big Island. The major storm is expected to bring heavy rain and strong winds to an area still dealing with the aftermath of Hurricane Lala. LiveNOW’s Alexandra Goldberg is speaking with Dr. Kimo Alameda, the Mayor of the County of Hawaii, to better understand how the local community is reacting to the recent storms.
We are continuing to watch this weekend as Hawaii braces for another round of severe weather as Tropical Storm Moke spins its way toward the Big Island. The major storm is expected to bring heavy rain and strong winds to an area still dealing with the aftermath of Hurricane Lala. LiveNOW’s Alexandra Goldberg is speaking with Dr. Kimo Alameda, the Mayor of the County of Hawaii, to better understand how the local community is reacting to the recent storms.
Honolulu bill could fine, jail homeless residents over shopping cart use
Honolulu is considering a crackdown on unauthorized shopping cart use, with penalties of up to $2,000 and 30 days in jail. Critics warn the proposal could hit homeless residents hardest.
Honolulu is considering a crackdown on unauthorized shopping cart use, with penalties of up to $2,000 and 30 days in jail. Critics warn the proposal could hit homeless residents hardest.
Tropical Storm Lala batters Hawaii with flooding, powerful winds; 1 dead
Tropical Storm Lala battered Hawaii on Sunday with powerful winds, torrential rain and dangerous flooding after weakening from a hurricane without making landfall.
Tropical Storm Lala battered Hawaii on Sunday with powerful winds, torrential rain and dangerous flooding after weakening from a hurricane without making landfall.
California family members claim they were attacked at luxury Maui resort during violent melee
A California family claims it was targeted in a racially motivated attack at a luxury Maui resort after a group allegedly hurled chairs and beat relatives ranging from teenagers to senior citizens.
A California family claims it was targeted in a racially motivated attack at a luxury Maui resort after a group allegedly hurled chairs and beat relatives ranging from teenagers to senior citizens.
Tulsi Gabbard's brother charged after allegedly trying to lure children to Waikīkī hotel room: police
The older brother of former Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard has been charged after Honolulu police say he allegedly tried to lure several children to his Waikīkī hotel room.
The older brother of former Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard has been charged after Honolulu police say he allegedly tried to lure several children to his Waikīkī hotel room.
Coast Guard searches for father and son off coast of Hawaii
The search for a missing father and son who were last seen leaving their Hawaiian hotel on Tuesday morning continues and has extended into the waters off Oahu, the U.S. Coast Guard reported.
The search for a missing father and son who were last seen leaving their Hawaiian hotel on Tuesday morning continues and has extended into the waters off Oahu, the U.S. Coast Guard reported.
Judge caps attorneys’ legal fees in Maui wildfire settlement
A Maui judge has significantly reduced the legal fees related to the $4.03 billion Maui wildfire settlement, awarding victims’ lawyers a fraction of the $1 billion they had sought.
A Maui judge has significantly reduced the legal fees related to the $4.03 billion Maui wildfire settlement, awarding victims’ lawyers a fraction of the $1 billion they had sought.
Hawaii triple-murder suspect captured following massive manhunt
A man wanted in connection with the killings of three men was apprehended Thursday after a massive search of Hawaii’s Big Island.
A man wanted in connection with the killings of three men was apprehended Thursday after a massive search of Hawaii’s Big Island.
6.0 earthquake shakes Hawaii’s Big Island
A 6.0 magnitude earthquake struck Hawaii’s Big Island late Friday night, shaking communities across the island’s western side and triggering several aftershock.
A 6.0 magnitude earthquake struck Hawaii’s Big Island late Friday night, shaking communities across the island’s western side and triggering several aftershock.
Worst Hawaii flooding in decades disrupts farms and produce markets
Hawaii's farming industry is struggling to recover after March storms produced the worst flooding the state has seen in 20 years. The natural disaster has dealt a serious blow to local food supply chains, with state officials urging farmers not to give up.
Hawaii's farming industry is struggling to recover after March storms produced the worst flooding the state has seen in 20 years. The natural disaster has dealt a serious blow to local food supply chains, with state officials urging farmers not to give up.
Doctor accused of trying to kill wife found guilty
We are learning the latest as Hawaii anesthesiologist Gerhardt Konig was convicted of attempted manslaughter based upon extreme mental or emotional disturbance after prosecutors said he tried to kill his wife. The incident centered around an alleged attack that prosecutors say was fueled by suspicions of an affair. LiveNOW’s Shawna Khalafi is speaking with former federal prosecutor, Neama Rahmani, after Konig denied trying to kill his wife, telling jurors the confrontation spiraled out of control after an argument.
We are learning the latest as Hawaii anesthesiologist Gerhardt Konig was convicted of attempted manslaughter based upon extreme mental or emotional disturbance after prosecutors said he tried to kill his wife. The incident centered around an alleged attack that prosecutors say was fueled by suspicions of an affair. LiveNOW’s Shawna Khalafi is speaking with former federal prosecutor, Neama Rahmani, after Konig denied trying to kill his wife, telling jurors the confrontation spiraled out of control after an argument.
Hawaii doctor convicted of attempted manslaughter
We are learning more after a Hawaii anesthesiologist who was accused of trying to murder his wife has now been convicted of the lesser charge of attempted manslaughter. A jury in Honolulu returned the verdict against Gerhardt Konig on Wednesday. The charge, attempted manslaughter based on extreme mental or emotional disturbance, carries up to 20 years in prison. Konig’s attorney, Thomas Otake, said he planned to appeal.
We are learning more after a Hawaii anesthesiologist who was accused of trying to murder his wife has now been convicted of the lesser charge of attempted manslaughter. A jury in Honolulu returned the verdict against Gerhardt Konig on Wednesday. The charge, attempted manslaughter based on extreme mental or emotional disturbance, carries up to 20 years in prison. Konig’s attorney, Thomas Otake, said he planned to appeal.
Hawaii doctor accused of attacking wife faces trial
We are learning more about an anesthesiologist, Dr. Gerhardt Konig, who is accused of trying to kill his wife. Jurors in Maui were shown disturbing police body camera footage this week that reportedly captured the aftermath of the alleged attack. LiveNOW’s Shawna Khalafi is speaking with Legal Affairs Journalist, Meghann Cuniff as prosecutors accuse Gerhardt Konig of assaulting his wife during a hike in Hawaii after he reportedly discovered she was involved in an emotional affair.
We are learning more about an anesthesiologist, Dr. Gerhardt Konig, who is accused of trying to kill his wife. Jurors in Maui were shown disturbing police body camera footage this week that reportedly captured the aftermath of the alleged attack. LiveNOW’s Shawna Khalafi is speaking with Legal Affairs Journalist, Meghann Cuniff as prosecutors accuse Gerhardt Konig of assaulting his wife during a hike in Hawaii after he reportedly discovered she was involved in an emotional affair.
Hawaii continues to recover after historic flooding
We are getting the latest updates as flood concerns remain across much of Hawaii. This comes as clean up efforts continue after torrential rainfall from major storms led to life-threatening floods last week. According to our partners at Fox Weather, homes were destroyed after massive amounts of water rushed across the North Shore of Oahu. This event reportedly triggered a Flash Flood Emergency early Friday. LiveNOW’s Mike Pache is speaking with FOX Weather Correspondent Robert Ray as he continues his coverage from Hawaii.
We are getting the latest updates as flood concerns remain across much of Hawaii. This comes as clean up efforts continue after torrential rainfall from major storms led to life-threatening floods last week. According to our partners at Fox Weather, homes were destroyed after massive amounts of water rushed across the North Shore of Oahu. This event reportedly triggered a Flash Flood Emergency early Friday. LiveNOW’s Mike Pache is speaking with FOX Weather Correspondent Robert Ray as he continues his coverage from Hawaii.
Hawaii flooding forces 5,500 evacuations as 120-year-old dam fears grow
Severe flooding on Oahu has forced evacuations across the island’s North Shore as Hawaii faces its worst flooding in more than two decades.
Severe flooding on Oahu has forced evacuations across the island’s North Shore as Hawaii faces its worst flooding in more than two decades.
National park death exposes repeated rule violations as tourists take dangerous risks
A tourist died late last week after entering a closed, hazardous area of Hawaii Volcanoes National Park.
A tourist died late last week after entering a closed, hazardous area of Hawaii Volcanoes National Park.
Man dies after sneaking into closed section of popular national park
A 33-year-old Hawaii man is dead after entering a closed section of Kīlauea caldera at Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park, triggering an overnight search and rescue operation in steep, hazardous terrain, officials said.
A 33-year-old Hawaii man is dead after entering a closed section of Kīlauea caldera at Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park, triggering an overnight search and rescue operation in steep, hazardous terrain, officials said.
Navy sailor dies after rescuing 2 children from high surf in Hawaii waters
A Florida sailor stationed in Hawaii saved two struggling children in high surf waters before tragically encountering trouble himself.
A Florida sailor stationed in Hawaii saved two struggling children in high surf waters before tragically encountering trouble himself.