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A Hidden Gem: Hawaii's Secluded Slice Of Paradise
If you’ve been dreaming of a Hawaiian getaway and have your sights set on the Garden Isle, the Sheraton Kauai Coconut Beach Resort is a top contender for exceptional accommodations. Located on the east side of Kauai in Kapa'a Town, just 7 miles...

As Tariffs Have Consumers Worried, Here's What I've Found Watching Key Products for Price Hikes
Several of the products I'm watching for CNET's daily tariff price tracker are on sale right now, making it a great time to get them before price hikes take hold. James Martin/CNET For CNET's tariff price tracker, I've been keeping tabs on several...
Governor signs measures aimed at protecting agriculture in Hawaii
A pilot program to fight agriculture-related crimes in Hawaii will go into effect July 1 on the Big Island and Oahu. The program within the state Department of Law Enforcement is intended to strengthen laws relating to agriculture theft —...

Governor Green signs five bills strengthening agriculture in Hawaii
Governor Josh Green has enacted five new laws to bolster Hawai‘i’s agricultural and economic sectors. The governor emphasized the importance of agricultural lands and producers, stating, "The health and resiliency of our agricultural lands and...
Industry Briefs 6-23-25
Company news information may be sent to brice.w@thecityjournals.com. ARTS/ENTERTAINMENT • The Gateway in Salt Lake City has announced a set of free events for this summer. They include the weekly Sunset Yoga series and markets such as Outdoor...

Hawaii food producers search for help after ‘climate smart commodities’ program defunded by feds
HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - Federal budget cuts have forced local farmers and ranchers to stop work on techniques to help sustain resources. The grant from the U.S. Department of Agriculture earmarked $40 million over five years as part of the...
Scattered Spider strikes again? Aviation industry appears to be next target for criminal group
The aviation industry has seemingly become the latest target of Scattered Spider, a sophisticated cybercriminal group that has shifted its focus from retail and insurance companies to airlines in what cybersecurity experts describe as a...

Maritime Partners to acquire Centerline Logistics
June 27, 2025 Maritime financing firm Maritime Partners LLC, New Orleans, announced that an entity controlled by one of its managed funds reached a deal to acquire marine transportation company Centerline Logistics Corp., Seattle. Maritime...

‘There’s nothing better.’ Family behind Makaha Mangoes shares fruits of labor for nearly 70 years
HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - Do you know where your mango was grown? Can you tell what variety it is just by tasting it? One family can, and they’ve been farming the fruit for nearly 70 years. Mark Suiso is a mango expert. He grows them and picks...
USS Frank Cable Departs from Hawaii
JOINT BASE PEARL HARBOR-HICKAM (June 27, 2025) – Forward-deployed U.S. Navy submarine tender USS Frank Cable (AS 40) departed Pearl Harbor, Hawaii following a scheduled port visit June 27, 2025. Frank Cable is currently on patrol supporting U.S....

Honolulu police capture Skunk
HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - Honolulu police captured a skunk at Kakaako Waterfront Park on Wednesday night. HPD responded to a call reporting a skunk was running around the park near Keawe Street. Police contacted the Hawaii Department of...

See how your energy prices could change if the GOP passes Trump’s tax bill
(CNN) — Household energy bills will be higher over the next decade if Republicans pass their tax and spending bill, according to a new analysis. President Donald Trump and Republicans are itching to kill tax credits that lower the cost to build...

Maunakea UH88 telescope earns top global engineering honor
HILO (HawaiiNewsNow) - The University of Hawaii’s 2.2 meter (88 inch) telescope on Maunakea has earned global recognition. The telescope, commonly referred to as UH88, has been recognized by the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers...

Aloha, you’ve been pwned: Hawaiian Airlines discloses ‘cybersecurity event’
update Hawaiian Airlines said a "cybersecurity incident" affected some of its IT systems, but noted that flights are operating as scheduled. At least one researcher believes Scattered Spider, which previously targeted retailers and insurance...

Megan Ellison Net Worth 2025: Film Production, Annapurna, and Industry Influence
Megan Ellison stands as one of Hollywood’s most influential producers, wielding a $400 million net worth that has transformed the entertainment industry through her groundbreaking production company, Annapurna Pictures. As the daughter of Oracle...

Cheapest midgrade gas in cities across Honolulu County in week ending June 21
Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) Commissioner Mark C. Christie | www.ferc.govFederal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) Commissioner Mark C. Christie | www.ferc.gov There were four gas stations in cities across Honolulu County selling...

Update: Hawaiian Airlines cyberattack has marks of Scattered Spider, sources say
Editor’s Note: Story updated 1:55 p.m. Eastern U.S. time with comments from cybersecurity incident responders. Multiple incident responders said a cyberattack on Hawaiian Airlines is likely the work of cybercriminal group Scattered Spider. The...

Hawaiian City Further Clamps Down on Illegal Gambling
As Hawaii still struggles to pass an efficient gambling regulation, the proliferation of black-market operations has put most authorities on notice. In order to restrict the reach of these pernicious activities, more legislation has been passed in...

Hawaiian Moment — some frequently mispronounced words in ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi
Kiawe – (often times pronounced as Keawe) – Is a species of mesquite tree. It is a thorny tree, native to Colombia, Ecuador and Peru. While threatened in its native habitat, it is considered an invasive species in many other places. The kiawe is a...

Number of ICE arrests in Hawaii remains unknown
Federal agents ordered to arrest and deport every immigrant in the U.S. illegally are pausing enforcement actions targeting the agricultural industry, hotels and restaurants after appeals from the industries. Since the beginning of President...