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Meth remains Oahu’s top overdose killer
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Methamphetamine remains the deadliest drug on Oahu, bucking a national trend of rising deaths linked to fentanyl, a powerful…
Vanessa Lachey’s kids wanted to “be like mom” this Halloween and dress up as NCIS…
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Record wave pool planned in Hawaii despite the water crisis
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The public is encouraged to dispose of expired medicines safely | News, Sports, Jobs
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The public is encouraged to turn in their unused or expired medication for safe, anonymous disposal during the National Take-Back Initiative program.
The…
Maui Brewing Partners on Hop Cargo Fresh Hop IPA • thefullpint.com
(Kihei, HI) – Hop Cargo Fresh Hop IPA is now available at Maui Brewing Company's Kihei restaurant. Crafted in an epic collaboration with Bale Breaker Brewing Company, Yakima Chief Hops and Alaska Air, this freshly hopped beer offers the…
Stable, dry weather ahead of frontal system today to bring showers across the country
HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) -- Light winds and mostly dry weather will continue Tuesday, with afternoon sea breezes bringing some clouds and some showers to inland and uphill areas. A cold front is expected to move across the western islands…
Hawaii’s “Glades era” was glamorous. But it was also the darkest time for LGBTQ+…
HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) -- Hawaii's modern laws are quite progressive in protecting LGTBQ rights.But there was a dark period in the islands' history when this wasn't always the case. This chapter was known as the Glades era, when drag…
Cruise Vancouver: Sail round trip to Hawaii at a bargain price
This sailing includes all your drinks, meals, entertainment and transport on a luxury vessel. Best of all, you never have to take a flight as the cruise sails you there and back.
Vancouverites looking to visit the Hawaiian Islands…
The military’s “anti-terrorist fence” is too tall and too close to their homes
HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - The military has marching orders to erect a barbed wire fence about 3 miles long, 7 feet high around the Marine Corps Training Area Bellows in Waimanalo.Federal regulations require an "anti-terrorist" fence around…
Ring in the New Year with Perillo in Hawaii: Travel Weekly
Perillo Tours celebrates New Year's Eve in Hawaii with the launch of two new itineraries in the state of Aloha. Company President and third-generation owner Steve Perillo will host a private dinner for guests booking either itinerary,…
Parkgoers express concerns about vandalism and illegal activity in Oahu’s public restrooms
HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) -- A recent spate of serious vandalism at city parks has some parkgoers becoming more concerned about their safety.Last week, vandals destroyed toilets in Pokai Bay Beach Park's bathroom. This caused a serious…
Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin visits Oahu and tours the Red Hill facility
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Webinar on youth in climate suits | News, Sports, Jobs
Three Keiki plaintiffs from Maui and Oahu will discuss a climate lawsuit they and 11 others across the state filed against the state Department of Transportation earlier…
Queen’s Medical Center is offering COVID and flu vaccinations at the event this Sunday
The Queen's Health System is hosting another community flu and COVID vaccination event this Sunday in Honolulu.
From 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., Queen's is offering the Vaccine Drive-Thru at The Queen's Medical…
HART executives are concerned that the Fed still hasn’t approved the railroad’s recovery…
It has been more than three months since the city unveiled its latest plan to save the railroad, and it has yet to be approved by the Federal Transit Administration.
That has Colleen Hanabusa, executive director of the Honolulu…
Waimanalo Bay Beach Park saved from land development – AsAmNews
Residents are celebrating the end of a three-year struggle to protect Waimanalo Bay Beach Park's Sherwood Forest from development.Mayor Rick Blangiardi's administration confirmed Wednesday that it has put on hold its plans to build a sports…
Where should you stay in Honolulu? Best Neighborhoods & Hotels
With its beautiful sandy beaches, crystal clear blue waters and exciting nightlife, Honolulu truly is paradise. Located on the island of Oahu, travelers looking to experience the city's tropical vacation may need to shell out as the…
Federal Credit Union Awards $40,000 to Local Teachers | News, Sports, Jobs
A total of 86 grants, each worth up to $500, were distributed to public school teachers in Maui, Oahu and Hawaii to help purchase much-needed educational supplies and…
US military shortens schedule for draining Hawaii’s fuel tanks
HONOLULU -- The U.S. military said Wednesday it now expects to clean up fuel from a leaking fuel tank farm in Hawaii in July 2024, five months earlier than originally planned.Critics have slammed the US Department of Defense's initial…
Hufana Leads Na Alii Girls to Victory at 1st Personal MIL Airgun Meeting | News, Sports, Jobs
Shooters take aim during the kneeling portion of the Maui Interscholastic League air rifle meet Saturday at Baldwin High School Range. The photo by Maui News/DAKOTA GROSSMANWAILUKU -- Alia-Marie Hufana wore her green knit lucky hat tied…
Huy Vo has been appointed Director of Marketing Communications at The Ritz-Carlton Residences,…
The Ritz-Carlton Residences, Waikiki Beach has announced the appointment of Huy Vo as Director of Marketing Communications. In this position, he will lead all global strategic marketing communications efforts in advertising, digital…
Child ‘hysterical’ after shark encounter near Disney resort
Aulani, a Disney Resort & Spa is the Walt Disney Company's only Hawaiian property. Located in Ko'Olina, Oahu, the resort offers a wide variety of relaxing activities for all ages, including a stunning private beach.
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Obituaries for August 26 – Hawaii Tribune-Herald
Ellen Leilani Caitano, 75, of Hawi, died August 20 in Waimea. She was born in Kohala and was a legal secretary. Private Services. Online condolences: ballardfamilymortuaries.com. Survived by Brother Kenneth Caitano of Honolulu;…
Kokua Line: Do Disability Payments Count as Tax Credit Income?
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Qquestion: Regarding the Oahu property tax break for low-income residents (808ne.ws/818kline), does SSI count as income?…
Tagovailoa makes preseason debut, Dolphins fall to Raiders 15-13 | News, Sports, Jobs
Dolphins' Tua Tagovailoa handles the ball in the first half of a pre-season game against the Raiders on Saturday. AP photosMIAMI GARDENS, Fla. — Tua Tagovailoa was on the field four hours before the game against the Raiders and visualized…
Faustino Labutong Tabios, 100 | News, Sports, Jobs
Faustino Labutong Tabios of Lahaina passed away on August 6, 2022 in Hale Makua, Kahului. He is survived by his daughter Erlinda Tabios Delos Santos (Elpidio,…
Everything you should know about the resort and the beach
There's so much to love about Oahu's North Shore – its sublime 17-mile stretch of shoreline stretching between Ka'ena Point (to the west) and Kahuku Point (to the east), and the gigantic waves that make it an ideal place Place make place…
More homes for sale on O’ahu
A larger inventory of homes for sale is usually good news for buyers, but other data suggests they shouldn't break out the champagne.
In July 2022, there were more homes for sale on O'ahu than a year earlier. However,…
Award-winning Maui poet publishes debut book | News, Sports, Jobs
No'u Revilla, a UH Manoa professor and a native of Maui, has published her first volume of poetry, Ask the Brindled. BRYAN KAMAOLI KUWADA PhotoMaui poet No'u Revilla has published her first book, "Ask the Bridles" a sacred tribute to…
Largest academy ever for conservation officer recruits begins training | News, Sports, Jobs
Kip Miyakana (from left), Kauai Island Branch Manager, John Silverstein, Oahu Island Branch Manager, Howard Ridge Reeves, Maui Island Branch Manager and Lenny Terlep Jr.,…
CBRE COMPLETES SALE OF MAKAHA VALLEY GOLF RESORT & RESIDENCES
The iconic Oahu property has sold for $20,700,000
HONOLULU, HI – CBRE's Golf & Resort Group announced the recent sale of the Makaha Valley Golf Resort & Residences in the Oahu community of Waianae. CBRE has been retained by the…
Social housing is gaining momentum in Hawaii
Paradise is palm trees and paddle boarding, sunsets and white sand. But for locals in Hawaii, life is hard. The housing shortage has made Hawaii the most expensive state in the United States. almost double the national average. A 2020 to…
Neighboring islands are seeing a significant increase in fatal crashes compared to 2021
HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - New data from the state Department of Transportation shows a significant increase in traffic deaths on neighboring islands from January to July compared to 2021. So far, the state has reported 70 traffic-related…
Voter Service Centers in Hawaii will open before the primary
HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) -- While there has been a shift in the state to voting by mail and dropping off ballots, voter service centers remain available for those who prefer an in-person experience.Voter service centers on the islands…
The best time to visit Hawaii depends on what you want to experience
Quick links Brief information about seasons and weather in Hawaii Summer - October to April
Hawaii is a place that offers an exciting adventure every time you visit. With so many lush forests, towering mountains, beautiful…
Oahu couple accused of conspiracy to take ID cards from dead babies
HONOLULU -- A US defense contractor and his wife, who for decades lived under the identities of two dead Texas children, have been charged with identity theft and conspiracy against the government, according to federal court filings…
World surfing champion “John John” Florence stops by buying a $3 million oceanfront home in Hawaii |…
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Catherine Toth Fox: It’s time to embrace tilapia despite its stigma in Hawaii
"Here, try this."
I had just started dating this guy when he handed me a plate of fried fish chunks, salted and crispy, that he had cooked himself.
I'm not a big fish eater but felt compelled to give it a try. I mean, the guy…
Ready to Vote? Ballots for the primary are now being routed to mailboxes on Oahu
HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) -- A little less than a month before the August primary, the city stopped mailing ballots Thursday to 478,000 registered voters on Oahu. It's quiet at the city's ballot processing facility right now.But in a week or…
On Oahu, island of Hawaii, waves swamp weddings, instant rescues | News, Sports, Jobs
People walk in front of the high surf near Kapahulu Groin (Waikiki Wall) in Waikiki, Hawaii on Sunday. Craig T. Kojima Honolulu Star Advertiser photo via APHONOLULU — Towering waves on Hawaii's south coast smashed into homes and…
Obituaries for July 17 – Hawaii Tribune-Herald
Rochelle "Shelly" Leinaala Antonio, 53, of Hilo, formerly of Kapaau, died at home on June 7. Born in Kapaau, she was a rental car returns agent for Budget Rent A Car and a member of the Hawi Sacred Heart Catholic Church. Visit 9-9:45 am…
Does Hawaii have a mongoose problem?
HONOLULU (KHON2) - Mongooses are widespread on Oahu, Hawaii, Maui and Molokai and have been living on the island for more than 100 years.
Corresponding Hawaii Department of Land and Natural Resources Small Indian mongooses…
Danny De Gracia: Who will stand up and fight for all the people of Hawaii?
A few days ago, I was returning home from another brutally long day at work to find an extremely enthusiastic person waving a sign on the street in Pearl City. Curious as to which of Hawaii's incredible decisions in the primary…
Abe’s visit to Hawaii on the 75th anniversary of Pearl Harbor made history
HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - Former Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe's last trip to Hawaii in 2016, to mark the 75th anniversary of the attack on Pearl Harbor, was an important and unprecedented visit that underscored the strength of the…
Danny De Gracia: Trust the people of Hawaii to carry guns responsibly
In Hawaii, our policymakers seem to be constantly struggling to understand the difference between rights and privilege. The Bill of Rights in our US Constitution, as well as the similarly worded Bill of Rights in our Constitution,…
How to be a respectful tourist in Hawaii, according to a local
Before you travel, spend time exploring Hawaii—and not just the best beaches. Learn about Hawaiian culture, history and values.…
Candidate Q&A: Mayor of Maui County – Mike Molina
Editor's note: For the August 13 Hawaii primary, Civil Beat asked candidates to answer a few questions about where they stand on various issues and what their priorities would be if elected.
The following came from Maui County…
Oahu’s shelter crisis sparks PETA bus blitz
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Honolulu – PETA is go to the mat for the homeless animals flooding Hawaii's animal shelters by placing an irresistible message - "Your yoga partner is waiting at an…
Former 49ers star Jerry Rice returns to Oahu for kids soccer camp | Local
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Animal rights activists confirm the dead monk seal at Mokuleia was known as Benny
Federal wildlife agencies have confirmed that a dead monk seal found in Mokuleia on Oahu's north shore was known to many on the islands as "Benny."
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration announced Wednesday that the dead seal…
New Cat Cafe Comes to Oahu to Focus on Providing Jobs and Connections for Young People with…
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Kai Kahele’s candidacy for governor of Hawaii underscores state funding
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Public funding of political campaigns in Hawaii has become an issue again this year when US Rep. Kai Kahele announced he is now…
The Department of Planning and Permits hopes to address the delays in Oahu’s solar permits
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The Department of Planning and Permitting is working to resolve a backlog in the processing of permit applications for…
David Shapiro: The public has been kept in the dark about the details of Honolulu’s railroad…
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When it comes to money and the Honolulu Rail, we've heard it all.
We heard former mayors Mufi Hannemann and Peter Carlisle…
Valley Isle Scoreboard | News, Sports, Jobs
Maui Jim and Hui Nalu exit the port of Kahului during the Hawaiian Sailing Canoe Association season-opening race on Friday. The Kahului to Kaanapali race and Sunday's Kaanapali to Waimanalo race were both won by Olukai. The next races are…
Former Oahu officer suspected of ‘heinous’ sex crimes
HONOLULU (KHON2) -- A former Honolulu police officer has been charged with child trafficking and sexual exploitation.
The alleged crimes took place while the suspect was still on duty.
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Did they drop the red light cameras?
June 1st - Question: Did they drop the red light cameras? I haven't heard from it in months.Answer: No, technical studies to determine where to place cameras to record vehicles passing red lights are behind schedule, but the pilot project…
Hawaii homes successfully rely on solar energy
A third of single-family homes in Hawaii are now powered by rooftop solar panels, and the shift to alternative energy is successfully lowering utility…
As Beijing extends its reach to the Kiribati Islands, Hawaii’s missile defenses remain a pipe…
China is aggressively trying to expand influence among Pacific Island States (PIC) like Kiribati by negotiating security deals under its pact with the Solomon Islands. However, less than 2000 miles from Kiribati is the US state of…
Improving patient care in Hawaii with MRI
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Dogs and cats in the state of Aloha now have increased access to advanced care thanks to a newly installed MRI at a 24-hour emergency and specialty hospital on Oahu.
The Veterinary Emergency and…
WATCH: How an Oahu teacher builds community bridges through her school
Editor's note: This article is published in collaboration with The 74th, a national nonprofit educational news site. It is one in a series of articles produced under the auspices of the Aspen Institute Weave: The Social Fabric…
Essential oil business gains popularity in Hawaii and opens facility on Oahu
HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) – Globally recognized aromatherapy and essential oil company doTERRA celebrated the grand opening of its new Oahu facility on Saturday.The 7,500-square-foot building in Waipahu allows doTERRA to bring operations…
25 years later, John Cruz looks back on “Acoustic Soul” | News, Sports, Jobs
Acclaimed local artist John Cruz will share a glimpse of his iconic debut album with the hour-long TV special “John Cruz – 'Acoustic Soul' 25th Anniversary Special” on Friday at 8pm on K5. It includes Cruz performing select songs, an…
Weather forecast for Hawaii County for May 17, 2022
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Today: Mostly cloudy. Chance of showers in the morning, then possible showers in the afternoon. Altitudes around 82 near shore to 65 to 70 at 4000 feet. Southeast wind 10 to 15 mph. Chance of rain 70 percent.
This evening: Mostly…
Lifeguard thanks EMS for saving his life
HONOLULU (KHON2) -- A man who had a medical emergency in a pool thanked the people who saved his life on Sunday, May 15.
Norm Skorge did laps at The Oahu Club pool in Hawaii Kai with his wife Joy on Jan. 11. He said he didn't…
New information released shows Oahu’s aquifer impact from fuel spills in 2021 at Red Hill
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Newly analyzed monitoring well data released by the state Department of Health on Friday shows that the level of petroleum…
Hawaii State Federal Credit Union is hiring a manager for four new Safeway branches
May 11, 2022 at 11:00 am HST * Updated May 11, 11:01 am
Patrick Twohy was hired to manage the four new branches of the Hawaii State Federal Credit Union in the Safeway stores on Maui and O'ahu. Photo Courtesy: Hawaii State…
The 31st Annual Honolulu Aids Walk returns to Oahu
Honolulu (KHON2) -- The 31st annual Honolulu Aids Walk is back to encourage Hawaiians to come together to raise money for people living with HIV and HIV prevention at Kapiolani Park on June 25.
“Even…
Hawaii Department of Health links COVID outbreaks to high school graduations
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The state Department of Health on Friday issued a COVID-19 cluster special report on recent outbreaks linked to school events --…
National Craft Exhibition | The Molokai Show
Thursday, May 5, 2022 Via press release Hawaii Craftsmen press release Hawaii Craftsmen is pleased to announce that the 2022 exhibit will be traveling from Oahu to Maui. The exhibit begins on Oahu in mid-October at the Downtown Art…
Crisis on the Streets: What Works, What Doesn’t, for Homeless Solutions
HONOLULU (KHON2) -- Whether homeless people hail from Hawaii or have moved here without a home, the help they can receive is undergoing significant change. What works? Always Investigating followed the crisis on the streets.
A…
Moanalua wins boys’ volleyball title
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Keanu Kawaa was up for the challenge.
Becoming the volleyball champion at Moanalua meant the 6-foot-4 senior, who had 22 kills,…
Hawaii-based marine dies while swimming in ocean off Oahu facility
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Assault amphibious vehicles head toward shore July 14, 2016 at Marine Corps Base Hawaii. (Aaron Patterson/US…
At this Oahu school, inclusion means cheering for everyone
HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - The staff at Ewa Makai Middle School aims to create a campus where everyone can put their differences aside and be friends.This can be particularly difficult for students with special needs.But a little work can…
Senate indicted over University of Hawaii ‘punitive’ funding plan
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The State Senate budget proposal to give the University of Hawaii a $275 million increase in funding comes with strings…
Hallmark Channel’s “Two Tickets to Paradise,” starring Ryan Paevey and Ashley…
With Ashley Williams ("How I Met Your Mother", "Sister Swap: A Hometown Holiday"), Ryan Paevey ("General Hospital", "Christmas in the Plaza") and Mary Margaret Humes ("Dawson's Creek," "A Valentine's Match") has begun production on Two…
How this Hawaiian food festival is giving back to the island community
The Hawaii Food and Wine Festival helps guests learn about the oceans, land and sustainability
Ocean View from Kuoloa Ranch — Photo courtesy of Marla Ciimini
Pulling weeds in the hot sun has never been a favorite pastime, but that's…
Honolulu City Council votes to ban most short-term vacation rentals on Oahu | news
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Lotte Championship Sets the Tone for Stellar Seasons | LPGA
Tourists from all over the world flock to the beautiful islands of Hawaii to get away from the work of life. But for the LPGA Tour's best and brightest, they return to the office here for the first of three weeks, beginning on the…
MIL shows depth on range, box | News, Sports, Jobs
Keegan Gantala of Kamehameha Schools Maui clears 12 feet, 9 inches to win the boys' pole vault at Friday's MIL Meeting No. 4 at the Yamamoto Track & Field Facility. The Maui News / MATTHEW THAYER Photos
WAILUKU — As the Maui…
The energy emergency declaration would not provide a quick fix
HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - In the past few days, gas prices have hit new record highs here in Hawaii. But the cost of oil has impacted other areas, including your electric bill.Last month, Hawaiian Electric predicted that bills could rise…
The international cannabis brand Noa Botanicals and Cookies aims to bring premium strains to the…
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Cookies debut in Hawaii with "Cookies Corners" at all three Noa locations on Oahu…
Have you registered your moped with the Honolulu C&C?
HONOLULU (KHON2) — Did you know that all mopeds must be registered and pass an annual safety inspection? The City and County of Honolulu provides notice of these important inspections by helping drivers prepare in advance.…
Woman scrambles to get belongings after saying movers never shipped them to the mainland
HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) -- Another complaint has surfaced against an Oahu moving company accused of dumping belongings in storage facilities instead of shipping them to the mainland.Yolanda Cardiff actually flew back into the state this…
Suspects in the Oahu home invasion allegedly posed as police officers
HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - Two men posing as police officers are wanted Monday in connection with a home invasion in Kapahulu. It happened around noon on Olokele Avenue near Date Street. Sources say when a 58-year-old man answered the…
The 5 Best Vets in Honolulu, HI
Below is a list of the best and leading veterinarians in Honolulu. To help you find the best veterinarians near you in Honolulu, we've compiled our own list based on this scorecard.
Honolulu's Best Vets:
The top rated veterinarians in…
US Census data shows losses and gains for Hawaii
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Oahu's population decreased by 12,337 residents from July 1, 2020 to July 1, 2021, according to data from the US Census Bureau…
Lawmakers pass legislation to clarify the “messy situation” in state courts
More than 1,000 misdemeanor and minor misdemeanor cases were dismissed on Oahu, and dozens more were either dismissed or appealed on neighboring islands because of procedural issues with how prosecutors initiated those cases.
House…