4+ hour, 49+ min ago (89+ words) Top stories from across Hawaii and around the world, as seen on the 5 p.m. news broadcast from Hawaii News Now. A stable moderate trade wind flow is expected Sunday through early next week. Hawaii News Now - Jennifer Robbins11.24 Mostly dry conditions with light trade winds are expected into the Thanksgiving Day holiday Hawaii News Now Sunrise First Alert Forecast: Light winds and with only minor splashes expected through Thanksgiving First Alert Forecast: High surf advisory remains for north, west shores Hawaii News Now - Jennifer Robbins - Evening Weather...

12+ hour, 57+ min ago (150+ words) "For the first time ever, Jamba Hawai'i is rolling out a holiday smoothie inspired by one of Hawai'i's favorite desserts, chocolate haupia pie. The new "Chocolate Haupia Bliss Smoothie" is made with chocolate moo'd, vanilla coconut milk, coconut flakes and topped with cocowhip (coconut whipped cream). You can also add Nutella to it as an added touch! It is cold, creamy and feels like a fun local twist on holiday flavors." "For the first time ever, Jamba Hawai'i is rolling out a holiday smoothie inspired by one of Hawai'i's favorite desserts, chocolate haupia pie. The new "Chocolate Haupia Bliss Smoothie" is made with chocolate moo'd, vanilla coconut milk, coconut flakes and topped with cocowhip (coconut whipped cream). You can also add Nutella to it as an added touch! It is cold, creamy and feels like a fun local twist on…...

14+ hour, 16+ min ago (69+ words) Bill Belichick's 24-year-old girlfriend is suing. Jordon Hudson, the girlfriend of the North Carolina Tar Heels head coach, has been the subject of multiple "Pablo Torre Finds Out" investigations. Pablo Torre, the former ESPN star, has one of the top sports podcasts in the industry. He's made ... Hawaii Weather: Sunshine with mostly dry conditions through this weekend Hawaii Weather: Sunshine with mostly dry conditions through this weekend...

17+ hour, 14+ min ago (116+ words) HAWAII -- A man was caught on video picking up a sea turtle on a beach in Hawaii, sparking outrage among many. In the video, the man is seen grabbing and propping the animal up so a woman can take a picture. He then drops it back onto the sand and pats the sea turtle on its back. Hawaiian Green Sea Turtles are protected under both state law and the federal Endangered Species Act. Even approaching one too closely can result in a citation. Harassing them is punishable by up to one year in jail in addition to a fine. Conservation officers have taken a report and say they are in the early stages of their investigation....

17+ hour, 14+ min ago (116+ words) HAWAII -- A man was caught on video picking up a sea turtle on a beach in Hawaii, sparking outrage among many. In the video, the man is seen grabbing and propping the animal up so a woman can take a picture. He then drops it back onto the sand and pats the sea turtle on its back. Hawaiian Green Sea Turtles are protected under both state law and the federal Endangered Species Act. Even approaching one too closely can result in a citation. Harassing them is punishable by up to one year in jail in addition to a fine. Conservation officers have taken a report and say they are in the early stages of their investigation....

18+ hour, 26+ min ago (72+ words) HFD says two men, one in his 50s and the other in his 20s, were riding a 12-foot vessel when it sank after reportedly being swamped by a large wave. Oahu teen saves lost boater in waters off East Honolulu Hawaiian Humane Society honors longtime animal protection officer Serious confusion at two senior housing complexes after residents received rent-hike notices Visitor dies in apparent drowning off Kauai's south shore...

20+ hour, 29+ min ago (534+ words) Hawaii farmers and ranchers are adopting new forms of technology at a rapid pace, which state agricultural officials say is a good sign for the future. The use of livestock-tracking devices has increased by 6,000% since 2019, and farmers and ranchers have increased video surveillance on their properties by more than 200%, according to data from the U.S. Department of Agriculture. This uptick in technology adoption is paired with a thirst for more technology, driven by a desire to increase efficiencies, production and profits while mitigating pervasive agricultural crime, Hawaii agriculture officials say. The amount of video surveillance equipment deployed by Hawaii farmers has doubled during the past six years, with 4,700 units in use. Respondents to a USDA technology survey say they want almost 5,000 more. Paired with other technologies, like motion sensor lights and vehicle-tracking technology, the security measures come as the state pays…...

20+ hour, 58+ min ago (707+ words) Time crunch?Get all your NBA news here in just 60 words Young sports fans these days don't understand how good they have it. Every game today is live on television in high definition. If you can't get to a TV, you can stream the game on your phone or record it to watch later. Back in the day, you would be lucky to recognize players on TV without seeing the names on the back of their jerseys. Watching any NBA broadcast from the '80s or '90s is the same as a modern gamer trying to go back and play an original PlayStation game with its primitive, chunky graphics. Fans who watched those old games were grateful for what they got, because there was actually a time when you couldn't even watch games live. Most games, even during the NBA Finals, were on…...

1+ day, 1+ hour ago (108+ words) "Giving Tuesday" is a global day of generosity that happens every year right after Thanksgiving. It's a moment to support causes that make a difference. For the Boys & Girls Club of Hawaii, it's a chance to highlight the needs of our keiki and invite the community to give back in a meaningful way. "Giving Tuesday" is a global day of generosity that happens every year right after Thanksgiving. It's a moment to support causes that make a difference. For the Boys & Girls Club of Hawaii, it's a chance to highlight the needs of our keiki and invite the community to give back in a meaningful way....

1+ day, 3+ hour ago (1409+ words) In 2024, DBEDT reported that total economic output from cruise ships was $636.6 million, with $207 million from foreign-flagged cruise ship visitors. At top, a vessel from Princess Cruises visits Hawaii. Above, passengers disembark at Honolulu Harbor. A tour guide welcomes cruise visitors to Honolulu. Disney Wonder, operated by Disney Cruise Lines, is docked at Honolulu Harbor. Passengers disembark at Honolulu Harbor. Cruise ship visitation to Hawaii has set a course for its strongest rebound in nearly two decades, but new state rules requiring cleaner-burning fuels and expanded "green fees" are sparking legal challenges and raising questions about the industry's future. Data from the state Department of Business, Economic Development and Tourism suggests 2026 could mark a milestone. Based on the capacity of ships requesting port calls and assuming an average occupancy of 85%, next year is projected to be the best for cruise arrivals…...