Whenever I think of Hawaii, I think of things that feel just out of reach. Long flights that require careful planning, resort ...

HONOLULU (KHON2) — The name of “Island of Hawaii” might soon be history – at least on paper. A new proposal before the Hawaii Board on Geographic Names would officially change the island’s name to ...

The Hawaiʻi State Board on Geographic Names convened recently to try to simplify things and, so far, things appear to be ...

If you’ve ever planned a trip to Hawaii, you’ve likely heard the term Big Island used to describe the state’s largest landmass. It sounds casual and harmless, but it also hides something important.

Select an option below to continue reading this premium story. Already a Honolulu Star-Advertiser subscriber? Log in now to continue reading. An explanation of the proposed change posted online at ...

Hawaii island police officials are warning the public about a widespread phone scam in which callers falsely identify themselves as police officers, using the names of actual department personnel.

A burn ban is in place to prevent a potential spark that could cause a wildfire. Elevated fire danger is currently in place in portions of Hawaii due to weather and drought conditions. The National ...

What’s in a name? That question remains a powerful one, more than four centuries after William Shakespeare posed it. “That’s what is planned. If there are extended discussions, decision making could ...

Kiko formed off the coast of southern Mexico from a tropical wave. It became a tropical storm on Aug. 31, making it the eleventh named storm of the eastern Pacific hurricane season. Kiko intensified ...

Since 2008, Aloha Air Cargo has proudly operated as a dedicated interisland freight carrier, delivering essential goods and supporting local Hawaii businesses and communities with its shipping ...

What’s in a name? That question remains a powerful one, more than four centuries after William Shakespeare posed it.