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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…
Serves delicious summer LTOs
Experience summer under the stars with the limited edition Beach Bonfire Latte and Cold Brew
DENVER, June 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Just in time for summer, Bad Ass Coffee of Hawaii, a premier coffee franchise known for its premium…
The Blood Bank of Hawaii needs donations as summer approaches
The Blood Bank of Hawaii is recruiting blood donors this summer, when donations are typically down 15% to 20%.
The blood bank typically needs about 150 donors a day to meet nationwide needs, and hopes a campaign in partnership with…
Catherine Toth Fox: Great news Hawaii! You’re vacationing in Hawaii!
A few months ago, my mom and I walked through the 27-acre city-run Wahiawa Botanical Garden.
As we stopped to sit on a bench near a rainbow gum tree, my 76-year-old mother, who has lived her entire life in Hawaii, said, "I didn't…
Election, campaign line-up: Kahele’s official application; Forums of the Keiki initiative…
Kai Kahele application documents and special announcements
Congressman Kaialiʻi Kahele announces his candidacy for governor. PC: Courtesy of Team Kahele
Kai Kahele, along with his supporters, will officially submit his nomination…
GOLFTEC Hawaii unveils a brand new virtual reality cove at its Honolulu facility
HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - For 15 years, GOLFTEC Hawaii has been helping local golfers hone their skills here on the islands and is now adding a brand new virtual reality cove to further enhance the experience."So that our students can come…
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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Hawaii Visitors and Convention Bureau Loses Contract With Hawaiian Nonprofit
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The Hawaii Tourism Authority has given the Council for Native Hawaiian Advancement its lucrative job of marketing the state to…
Police shoot dead Texas fugitive after killing family of five
A convicted murderer who has been on the run since escaping a prison bus after stabbing his driver last month was shot dead by police late today after killing a family of five and stealing their truck from a rural weekend cottage , said a…
Green Day Online Guide On Obtaining The Simplest Loans
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Public scoping of the proposed community-based subsistence fisheries area of Kīpahulu
June 2, 2022 7:00 am HST * Updated June 1, 10:22 p.m
Sanctuary in Kukui Bay where taking away all marine life would be prohibited. PC: https://kipahulu.org
A virtual public scoping session for the proposed Community-Based…
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…
In Hawaii, a bullet rips through the Kailua woman’s home, narrowly missing her
HONOLULU (KHON2) -- A woman in Kailua is still shaken after a shot into her home narrowly missed her. Another incident was caught on video hours earlier, in which a passenger in a car fired a gun in the air. No one was hurt, but…
Denby Fawcett: A Kaneohe church is turning its golf course into a commons
The First Presbyterian Church of Honolulu has a unique facility. For a time it was the only church in the world to have an 18-hole golf course—with golfers teeing off outside while the congregation worshiped God inside in the…
Blue Hawaiian helicopters shower flower petals at Makawao Cemetery for Memorial Day
Flower drops on Memorial Day at Makawao Cemetery. Image courtesy of Blue Hawaiian Helicopters.Flower drops on Memorial Day at Makawao Cemetery. Image courtesy of Blue Hawaiian Helicopters.Flower drops on Memorial Day at Makawao Cemetery.…
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…
The new Hawaii space weather system makes this trip safer
The University of Hawaii announced today that it will receive a grant for a $2.5 million research and development project to take place in both Honolulu and Mt. Haleakala, Maui. The project aims to help with electronics such as satellites…
Don’t let Honolulu Police Department’s proposed voting questions die
The Honolulu Police Commission has been in the news a lot in recent years, and for important reasons.
These include the ongoing scandal surrounding a former chief now behind bars, his severance pay, another chief released early…
Supersonic plane trip to Hawaii in just 2 hours
Although it has been nearly two decades since Concorde SST last flew, the islands have always been part of supersonic flight schedules. As of now, United Airlines plans to bring back supersonic air travel. And with these plans, the…
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…
Dynamic pricing has just boosted your Hawaii flight ticket
A friend wanted to book a flight to Hawaii this week. They checked once, but the next time they checked, just a few hours later, the price had gone up dramatically. So what's up?
We came to believe that when buying flights to Hawaii or…
Hawaii can do many things to limit ocean pollution
Paradise, utopia or the perfect getaway are different names for the beautiful Hawaiian Islands. Hawaii is a popular place for visitors from around the world. As islands with glorious beaches, breathtaking views and fascinating…
Maui County’s visitor arrivals last month surpassed pre-pandemic highs
PC: Kehaulani Cerizo
For the first time since the Hawaiian pandemic, monthly visitor numbers in Maui County surpassed historic highs set in 2019.
Last month, 254,398 visitors came to Maui -- a nearly 3% increase from April 2019,…
Improving patient care in Hawaii with MRI
Photo courtesy of Hallmarq
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…
The 5 Best Luxury Hotels on the Island of Hawaii in 2022
Known for its volcanoes and black-sand beaches, the largest of the Hawaiian Islands is also a great place to unwind and experience true opulence. Surround yourself with tropical beauty while soaking up the sun in the comfort of one of…
Tech View: Hawaii’s food insecurity must be addressed
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The COVID-19 saga in Hawaii has highlighted food insecurity in the state of Aloha. In the depths of the pandemic, the Honolulu…
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…
In northern Vermont trying to smooth the ride for mountain biking
One of Ms. Long's first steps as general manager, even before the landowners left, was to request a US Department of Agriculture-funded capacity study to try to identify the worst vulnerabilities. The study found that while trails were at…
Vanessa Lachey Teases ‘NCIS Hawaii’ Finale, Turns Around For Jane/Joe, Kacy
That Monday night at 10/9c when CBS' NCIS: Hawaii concludes his two-part freshman finale: “It goes Low' promises series director Vanessa Lachey.
In Part 1 of the season ending, a Marine Corporal appeared to have been indiscriminately…
Lee Cataluna: This new website offers a toolkit for activism
May 22, 2022 You might show up at your favorite little beach and find that the public access path to the shore has a locked gate. Or maybe you see bulldozers approaching a property you think may be near a heiau or contain ancient…
Maui chef Tylun Pang mentored cooking students
Chef Tylun Pang, a key figure in Maui's food and hospitality industry who inspired a legion of chefs and cooks in Hawaii, died May 6. He was 65 years old.
Pang was Executive Chef at The Fairmont Kea Lani, Maui in Wailea, where he oversaw…
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…
What visitors can do while Hawaii hotels rise among the tallest in the US
Hotels in Hawaii reported huge jumps in revenue driven by the country's highest average room rate for the last reported month (March 2022). Read on for what you can do and our tips.
Nationwide, the average room rate was $378, but some…
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…
Hawaii makes list for best summer destinations of 2022
HONOLULU (KHON2) – Summer is just around the corner and people are looking to book their vacations for 2022. Hawaii is a very popular place to book a week-long vacation, but is it the most popular place in the country?…
Hosted short-term vacation rentals could alleviate the housing shortage
For those of you who missed it, Civil Beat recently ran a story about Maui County's 15,000 vacant homes. That is every fifth household.
At the same time, Maui County needs 10,000 housing units. Converting 66% of Maui County's…
Does Hawaii want tourists or not? It’s impermanent.
We're still trying to work through this together; Hawaii visitors and residents alike. Still, we can't escape this topic in the news, and what's recently come up on our radar is an Oahu woman who has repeatedly asked visitors to stay away…
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…
Hawaii officials continue delayed airdrop to eradicate coqui frogs in Waimanalo
HAWAII DEPARTMENT OF LAND AND NATURAL RESOURCES A…
The 5 Best Office Space Rentals in Honolulu, HI
Below is a list of the best and leading office rental space in Honolulu. To help you find the best office rental space near you in Honolulu, we've compiled our own list based on this scorecard.
Honolulu's best office rental space:
The…
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…
The legislature awards nearly $50 million to Hawaiian nonprofits
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Hawaii's 2022 legislative session may be long remembered for providing hundreds of millions of dollars to high-profile needs,…
George Takei is New York’s first Grand Marshal of the Japan Parade
NEW YORK >> 'Star Trek' actor George Takei said the first-ever Japan Parade in New York City was out of this world.
Takei was honored to be the inaugural Grand Marshal of Saturday's event, which celebrated friendship between New York…
Families, Not Investors, Deserve a Home in Maui County | News, Sports, Jobs
Housing. Cars. Meal. Gas. We spend more on everything these days. Maui County's economy is a microcosm of the world economy. Global labor shortages, ongoing supply…
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…
Actor from Hawaii launches its own cryptocurrency
HONOLULU (KHON2) — Evan Mock is an actor, designer, skateboarder, surfer, and series contributor for culture-defining brands. And now he has his own proprietary cryptocurrency (social token).
The North Shore native announced on…
Friday night’s Waikiki fireworks return to the Land Board agenda
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Friday night's fireworks in front of the Hilton Hawaiian Village Waikiki Beach Resort could return soon in what could be seen as…
UHERO: “Moderately strong growth” for Hawaii’s economy tied to international…
May 12, 2022 at 6:00 am HST * Updated May 12, 4:01 am
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Hawaii researchers expect "moderately strong growth" for Hawaii's economy, buoyed by returning international visitors, in a new report.
The…
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…
Chad Blair: Why Micronesian Students Are Fighting in Hawaii
When I was a graduate student at UH Manoa in the 1990s, I once asked a professor if all the studies produced in academia mattered much in the "real world."
does anyone read them Do they have influence?
The professor paused,…
TSA is expanding the use of screeners to help at busy airports
COPPELL, Texas >> The head of the Transportation Security Administration said Tuesday his agency has quadrupled the number of staff who could support policing operations at airports that are becoming…
Arts-based residencies impact rural communities both culturally and economically
If the owners of Oasis Cabin Resort opened in rural Maupin, Oregon – population around 450 – they wanted to create a welcoming environment for artists as well as space for visitors.
Owners Michelle Taylor and Andy McFarlane…
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…
NCIS: Hawaii Season 1 Episode 21 Preview: “Switchback” Photos
Enver Gjokaj as Captain Milius, Vanessa Lachey as Jane Tennant and Jason Downs as Breskov in NCIS: Hawaii Season 1 Episode 21 (Photo: Karen Neal © 2022 CBS Broadcasting, Inc)
Enver Gjokaj reprises his guest role as Capt. Milius on CBS…
Caldwell’s former chief of staff testifies before the federal grand jury
Former Mayor Kirk Caldwell's chief of staff testified Thursday before a federal grand jury, a month after receiving a subpoena as part of an ongoing public corruption probe by the US Department of Justice.
Gary Kurokawa, a former deputy…
Adventure Five Star Style Clayoquot Wilderness Lodge is a trip of a lifetime
One of the best places to experience the wilderness and beauty of Clayoquot Sound is Clayoquot Wilderness Lodge, 18 nautical miles from Tofino.
Clayoquot Sound on Vancouver Island's west coast is truly the epitome of "supernatural"…
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 --…
Bad Luck If You Take Home Hawaiian Lava Rock: Here’s Why
HONOLULU (KHON2) - More than 3,500 rock, sand and coral packages are returned to Hawaii's national parks annually. Whether tourists accidentally carry a rock or snatch one on purpose, taking natural objects off the island is…
Mauna Kea management bill meets with approval, rejection
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The University of Hawaii on Thursday flew the white flag for defying a law that seeks to unseat it from its role as manager of…
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…
Huge bonus on Hawaiian Airlines Business Mastercard
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Beijing closes 10% of subway stations to curb the spread of COVID
BEIJING >> Beijing on Wednesday closed around 10% of the stations in its massive subway system as an additional measure against the spread of the coronavirus.
The subway authority only announced in a short message that the measure to…
Which former board member is now deputy executive director of the Pacific Whale Foundation?
Liz Petterson has been appointed Deputy Executive Director of the Pacific Whale Foundation. Photo Courtesy: PWF
The non-profit Pacific Whale Foundation for the protection of the oceans has appointed Liz Petterson, a former board…
The Best Loco Moco in Hawaii in 2022
White rice, topped with a hamburger patty, sunny eggs, and smothered in brown gravy — and you have the loco moco. It's a humble dish that's about as iconic as it comes in Hawaii. From corner shops to local chain restaurants, you'll always…
Kapolei beats Mililani for the OIA Division I softball title
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Seven Maui County students were selected statewide for the HLTA Citizen-Scholar Awards
Maui County top scholar Zahra K. Bhattacharya. PC: courtesy of HTLA
Seven Maui County public school students were among the 42 individuals selected for the Citizen-Scholar Awards. More than $60,000 in scholarships were distributed…
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…
Kensington Tours presents culture-focused Hawaii itineraries: Travel Weekly
Kensington Tours has launched customized, privately guided itineraries on four of Hawaii's islands. The new itineraries focus on cultural tours, historic site visits, and active adventures led by local guides to provide guests with a deeper…
Heatwave scorches India’s wheat crop and disrupts export plans
NEW DELHI >> An unusually early, record-breaking heatwave in India has reduced wheat yields and raised questions about how the country will balance its domestic needs with ambitions to boost exports and offset deficits stemming from…
Volunteering in the valley on Maui
Breadcrumb Trail Links Travel "The great thing is that because they choose to help, they are automatically the better tourists." Volunteers head to Maui's Olowalu Valley for a morning of environmental work.…
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,…
Watching Blooming Innovators – Hawaii Business Magazine
The potential for innovation to blossom, like a sprout in a garden pot, is limited by the size of its borders. In 2050, students will learn under the infinite sky. With more outdoor education centers in each school complex than quiet…
Column: Expand access to audio telemedicine
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House Bill 1980 HD2 SD2, a bill making its way through the state legislature with broad support from both patients and…
Two Maui students selected for Four Season’s emerging artist immersion program
April 26, 2022 at 9:50 am HST
Maui High Junior Cailyn Omuro will be presenting her artwork on April 30 from 11:00 am to 1:30 pm at the Four Seasons Resort Maui in Wailea. Photo Courtesy: Four Seasons
High school juniors…
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…
Alaska Airlines is suspending non-stop flights between Anchorage and Hawaii through November
ANCHORAGE, Alaska (KTUU) -- All nonstop Alaska Airlines flights between Anchorage's Ted Stevens International Airport and Honolulu's Daniel K. Inouye International Airport were canceled from June through November, an Alaska Airlines…
HPU defeats Chaminade in softball
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Hawaii Pacific peppered the field with hits, amassing 30 total hits in a double-header softball sweep over city rivals Chaminade…
Yancy Medeiros makes most of the Hawaii homecoming
HONOLULU - Yancy Medeiros' Bellator debut was a success - and it couldn't have happened in a place and venue more meaningful to him.
In front of his home island crowd, Medeiros (16-8 MMA, 1-0 BMMA) defeated Emmanuel Sanchez (20-8 MMA, 12-7…
Honolulu and Kahului rank among the best in the US for low air pollution
File photo of Central Maui. PC: Wendy Osher
The 2022 State of the Air report, published by the American Lung Association, finds that urban Honolulu ranks among the best in the United States for some of the most damaging and pervasive…
To counteract overtourism, Maui is considering limiting visitor accommodations
WAILUKU (HawaiiNewsNow) - Maui County Council is exploring ways to tackle overtourism in response to last year's boom in visitors.Council members say they want to regulate the industry better this year so it doesn't happen again."Residents…
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…
Hawaii hosts the Big West Men’s Volleyball Tournament
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Judge rejects gag order over 2018 Elon Musk tweets
DETROIT >> A federal judge in California has denied a motion by shareholders in a lawsuit to force Elon Musk to stop speaking about his 2018 tweets saying he had the funding to make Tesla a private company.
U.S. District Judge Edward…
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…
How Molokai can respond to tourism, gentrification and injustice
What's missing from the map below? Tip: It's the island of Molokai.
The map image is made up of portions of an old Hawaiian postcard that has been deconstructed and reconstructed to emphasize my point.
When people hear that I'm…
Fantastic Beasts star Ezra Miller arrested on suspicion of assault in Hawaii | Hawaii
Fantastic Beasts star Ezra Miller has been arrested on suspicion of assault in Hawaii just weeks after Big Island police arrested the actor on charges of disorderly conduct and assault.The 29-year-old star, who is also known for playing…
Netflix shares fall 26% after losing 200,000 subscribers
SAN FRANCISCO >> Netflix suffered its first loss of subscribers in more than a decade, causing its shares to plummet 25% in extended trading amid fears the pioneering streaming service may already be past its prime.
According to the…