For decades, Hawaii residents have used the “shaka” hand gesture to convey several ... adding that he would probably sign it “presuming there are no flaws or issues” with the bill ...

From saying hello to thanking another driver for letting you in, the shaka has multiple meanings in Hawaii. On Monday, Governor Josh Green signed a new measure into law, making the iconic symbol ...

Helen Ahn of Hawaii Kai was with Bob Ahn ... Stan and Diane Louis of Kaimuki discovered a great rest stop — Shaka Bros. Photo by Henry Ou.

which some believe is how the shaka sign became popular. Proponents of the shaka-as-official-gesture bill argue it would boost Hawaii's economy, global image, and resident pride.