ʻIolani Palace is right in the middle of Honolulu, but a world away from Oahu's beach resorts.

As the United States prepares to commemorate 250 years since the Declaration of Independence, Hawaii occupies a unique place ...

Hawaii’s current and former governors say the state overall remains patriotic and proud to be part of the United States heading into America’s 250th year, even as its relationship with the federal ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. The state of Hawaii boasts gorgeous scenery and a rich cultural heritage. Maybe that's why the country's 50th state is one of the ...

While fireworks and American flags will mark Independence Day across Hawaii, many Native Hawaiians will spend the holiday ...

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President Dwight Eisenhower signed a proclamation declaring Hawaii the 50th state on this day in history, Aug. 21, 1959. "All 49 states will join in welcoming the new one – Hawaii – to this union," ...

HONOLULU (KHON2) — This September is the first formally recognized Hawaiian History Month. Signed into law in June, Gov. Josh Green signed Act 167, which formally designated September as Hawaiian ...

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