Tough decisions lie ahead for state lawmakers
State lawmakers say the legislative session, which starts on Wednesday, Jan. 20, will be the most difficult they’ve ever had to face. With the worst … Continue reading
State lawmakers say the legislative session, which starts on Wednesday, Jan. 20, will be the most difficult they’ve ever had to face. With the worst … Continue reading
A 64-year-old man was arrested after jumping over a fence and entering Iolani Palace. The man, identified as Gene Tamashiro, was charged with entering a … Continue reading
High surf warning in effect until 6 P.m. Sunday, surf will be 40 to 50 feet along north facing shores
Two Maui men have been charged with a hate crime for what officials call a racially motivated attack that happened almost seven years ago in … Continue reading
Dallis stops by Hawaii Kai Retirement Community Center and speaks with both residents and staff who received their first round of the Moderna vaccine.
The DLNR is hoping to bring more awareness and projects to Waikiki’s disappearing beaches.
After nearly a year in the pandemic, we spoke to vendors about Wednesday operations returning.
Local officials pour out red sand to raise awareness for National Human Trafficking Day
The University of Hawai’i Athletics Department is moving forward with plans to host football games, on the Mānoa campus, at the Clarence T.C. Ching Athletics … Continue reading
The Honolulu Medical Examiner has identified the moped rider who was killed in a crash on Nimitz Highway on Oahu as 42-year-old Lance Watarai of … Continue reading
A retired Honolulu police officer who pled guilty to felony conspiracy in connection to the Kealoha’s mailbox theft case could receive a reduced sentence.
Honolulu police reopened Ala Wai Boulevard by Niu Street around 9 p.m. on Thursday, Jan. 7, after a motor vehicle collision caused heavy traffic for … Continue reading
Hawaii’s residents all make use of the island roadways, be it driving, riding the bus, or just walking down the sidewalk. But how much attention … Continue reading
Dallis Ontiveros speaks with residents and workers from Hawaii Kai Retirement Community Center as they prepare for COVID-19 Vaccinations.
The median rent for a one-bedroom apartment in Honolulu this month is $1,410 a month.
Even if people intend to wear masks, actually wearing them depends on what others around them are doing. That according to a new study by … Continue reading
A security guard on Maui had no idea what the community would do for him after he biked more than three miles to return a … Continue reading
A security guard on Maui had no idea what the community would do for him after he biked more than three miles to return a … Continue reading
COVID-19 cases increase on Maui
The Honolulu Zoo announced on Thursday, Dec. 31, that it is welcoming three new male meerkats from the Toledo Zoo in Ohio. The critters are … Continue reading
Gov. David Ige has approved Kauai Mayor Derek Kawakami’s request to implement a pre- and post-travel testing program for visitors who stay in “resort bubble” … Continue reading
Two Maui residents are dead after a diving accident on Maui.
The Board of Directors of the Honolulu Authority for Rapid Transportation announced Monday that Lori Kahikina has been selected to become the Interim Chief Executive … Continue reading
27-year-old man dies after being struck by vehicle in Waikiki
Hawaiian Electric Company (HECO) responded to several power outages on Oahu that are leaving 19,800 customers without power in the Manoa, Kaimuki, McCully, Kahala and … Continue reading
Several lifeguards on the North Shore of Oahu spent their Christmas making 15 rescues on Friday, Dec. 25, most of which were at Waimea Bay.
Throughout the year, we’ve been covering the pandemic’s devastating impacts on businesses, forcing many longstanding institutions to shutdown. We look at some of the iconic … Continue reading
Heinz lockdown lovebaby collection sold out in three minutes
This Saturday the Miami Dolphins host the Las Vegas Raiders, but Hawaii football fans are especially excited for this match up to see if local … Continue reading
The House passed a $900 billion pandemic relief package that would deliver financial support to struggling businesses and individuals as the country continues its fight … Continue reading
We’re told a substantial number of Oahu’s case count on Sunday is connected to the Halawa Correctional Facility, prompting the Honolulu Mayor to reach out … Continue reading
A 34-year-old male was taken to the hospital in critical condition on Friday, Dec. 18, after being ejected from his vehicle that struck a center … Continue reading
Thousands of state employees will be furloughed for up to two days per month, starting in January. Gov. David Ige announced the furloughs to help … Continue reading
The Hawaii Department of Health reports 142 new COVID-19 cases on Dec. 17. There are 114 new coronavirus cases on Oahu, 16 on the Big … Continue reading
Department of Hawaiian Home Lands pushes for casino in Kapolei
Hawaii could soon see billions more in federal relief in a compromise bill that is finally coming close to a deal, after months of disagreement … Continue reading
After frontline healthcare workers, next up to get the vaccine, are staff and residents at long-term care facilities.
The city is mailing out nearly 300,000 property tax assessments to Oahu homeowners by Dec. 15 for 2021.
Families on Kauai got groceries, and chef prepared meals at the Festival of Hope on Sunday, Dec. 12.
Hospitals across the state are prepping facilities and conducting mock vaccination clinics, anticipating the arrival of the COVID-19 vaccine as early as next week.
Miss Hawaii USA 2021 Virtual event
Maui County is seeking approval from Gov. David Ige to temporarily close bars and bar areas within restaurants to limit the spread of COVID-19 until … Continue reading
Beautification project underway in Chinatown
On this 79th anniversary of the attack on Pearl Harbor, a forgotten relic of World War II is gaining a new place of honor.
The Department of Health reported 105 new cases of COVID-19 on Dec. 6 for the state: 87 cases are from Oahu, 6 cases are from … Continue reading
The Hawaii State Department of Health (DOH) stepped up its contact tracing efforts this summer after criticism over lack of contact tracers under the previous … Continue reading
The Hawaii State Department of Health (DOH) stepped up its contact tracing efforts this summer after criticism over lack of contact tracers under the previous … Continue reading
The sounds at Hawaii Food Bank are constant. The need has never been greater.
The restaurant industry in Hawaii has been hit hard by COVID-19. Despite struggling to pay the bills, a long-time local restaurant in Kaimuki has been … Continue reading
The Department of Health reported 44 new cases of COVID-19 on Dec. 1 for the state: 32 cases are from Oahu, 5 cases are from … Continue reading
Laulima: Self-employed woman loses business, struggles to support mom with Parkinsons disease
The Hawaii Department of Health reports four new deaths, and 57 new COVID-19 cases on Nov. 29.
Kailua resident and kumu hula Aulii Mitchell watched in shock as a burglar walked into his home in broad daylight and stole a prized ukulele. … Continue reading
A 79-year old woman from California is dead following a serious two-car collision in Kailua on Nov. 27.
Gov. David Ige has approved Kauai Mayor Derek Kawakami’s request to opt out of the state’s pre-travel test program. All travelers to the Garden Isle … Continue reading
Lauren Day reports.
Sgt. Chris Kim of CrimeStoppers is back for our weekly segment featuring recent crime on Oahu.
Kauai Mayor Derek Kawakami speaks with KHON2 about why he wants out of the pre-travel test program.
The restaurant chain’s chicken fingers, Texas toast and secret sauce are now available to locals and visitors alike.
Local businesses across Hawaii are preparing ahead of time for Black Friday.