The new tourist tax imposes an 11% tax on the gross fares paid by a cruise ship's passengers to address climate change threats to Hawaii.

For the first time in six years, the UH Manoa Rainbow Warriors are hosting the Hawaii Bowl, and anticipation couldn't be higher.

The day before Christmas features one college football game played off the mainland. We break down the matchup at the Hawaii Bowl.

Hawaii Weather: Sunny and dry Christmas expected before showers increase on New Years Eve Young adults share why they're lying low this holiday season — and what the economy has to do with it. It's common for presidents to give federal workers the day off on Christmas Eve, depending on where it falls on the calendar.

After clearing legal hurdles, a new state law imposing higher taxes for tourists is on track to go into effect in the new year.The Green Fee will increase the transient accommodation tax (TAT) for visitors by 0.