Nov 11th, 2008 · The nation is scheduled to convert to digital TV on Feb. 17. But most of Hawaii will make the switch a month early because of a volcano-dwelling bird. Federal wildlife officials recommended hastening the transition in Hawaii. That's so the Hawaiian petrel's nesting season on the slopes of Maui's Haleakala volcano won't be disrupted by the destruction of the old analog transmission towers nearby.
Nov 5th, 2008 · The mental images are often better on radio but a few scenes Tuesday night could only be appreciated on TV. CNN had contributors weighing is as holograms. Comedy Central's Stephen Colbert, who attempted a presidential run in South Carolina's primary, congratulated the nation on electing its first Hawaiian president. And Jesse Jackson, a civil rights leader and former presidential candidate, stood in Chicago's Grant Park with tears streaming down his cheeks.
Oct 21st, 2008 · The musical palette of multi-instrumentalist David Lindley is as varied and eccentric as his colorful onstage apparel. For this intimate Mountain Stage performance, Lindley played instruments as varied as a Hawaiian lap-steel guitar and a traditional Middle Eastern oud.
Sep 10th, 2008 · With virtuoso technique and overwhelming energy, the young Hawaiian coaxes many unconventional styles, from jazz to rock and flamenco, out of the ukulele. He talks to World Cafe's David Dye in between live performances.
Jul 4th, 2008 · Hawaiians consume more Spam than any other people in the United States. Cookbook author Muriel Miura explains why and shares one of her favorite Spam recipes.
Mar 31st, 2008 · Aloha Airlines is calling it quits. The Hawaiian carrier shuts down service Tuesday, citing unfair competition. The airline has been operating for 61 years, but in the past two years it has been in a brutal price war with a new low-cost airline, and it recently filed for bankruptcy protection.
Feb 26th, 2008 · Hawaiian songstress "Aunty" Genoa Leilani Keawe, an icon of traditional music in the islands, died Monday at her home on Oahu. Keawe had been a mainstay at the Waikiki Beach Marriott Resort. This week, her granddaughter will replace her on stage and try to keep her traditional Hawaiian music alive.
Feb 18th, 2008 · As the Democratic presidential candidates brave freezing rain and snow in Wisconsin the day before its primary, they may wish they were in Hawaii. The Aloha State also holds its Democratic primary Tuesday, but it's a tad too far to go, so the candidates have surrogates enjoying the sun.