Lawmakers push Oʻahu officials for more safety information during strong hurricanes
The state House Public Safety Committee urged the Honolulu Department of Emergency Management to better identify where people should go in the case of a higher category hurricane. Currently all the refuge sites on the island are only rated for Category 1 hurricanes. That’s why guidance says not to seek...
3 snailfish discovered using advanced underwater technology
A team of scientists from the Monterey Bay Aquarium Research Institute (MBARI) said on September 8, 2025, that they’ve discovered three new species of snailfish. They first spotted the snailfish in 2019 while exploring the deep-sea floor off the coast of California. Their advanced underwater technology made the...
Free UH Mānoa autism training helps Hawaii families connect
The University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa is offering virtual sessions to help service providers and families connect and support autism care across the islands.
Mo’ili’ili businesses provide array of options for customers amidst local challenges
HONOLULU (Island News) -- What could the future hold for area commerce as fall rapidly approaches?. Significant change is clearly evident regarding various local business districts throughout parts of Hawaii. The intersection of King and University in Mo'ili'ili near UH Manoa continues seeing turnover. There have...
May Kamaka crowned 2025 Miss Chinatown in Honolulu
Honolulu's own May Kamaka, an Iolani and University of Hawaii alum, aspires to bring her dual degrees in Hawaiian Studies and Biology to the medical field.
Tribute concert honors Fiji at Waikiki Shell
WAIKIKI, Hawaii (Island News) -- George Brooks Viekoso, widely known by his stage name Fiji, recently passed away at 55. With thousands of fans on hand, a tribute concert took place Saturday, Sept. 13, at the Waikiki Shell. Some referred to Fiji as the Godfather of Pacific Island Reggae. He...
Honolulu engineer creates fabric of the future out of unlikely source: Chicken feathers
Chickens are abundant in Hawaiʻi, but they are more than just a familiar sight along the islands' roads -- they are actually a key component in making a textile that could change the course of Hawaiʻi's economy and environment.
Apparent shooting at Kuhio Park Terrace prompts investigation; no injuries reported
HONOLULU (Island News) – Police are investigating after an apparent Reckless Endangering incident occurred in the Kalihi area on Sunday night. According to police highlights, the incident occurred in the Kuhio Park Terrace area at approximately 10:05 p.m. An anonymous 911 caller reported hearing several gunshots at...
Records Reveal 125 HPD Officers Logged More Than 1,000 Hours Of Overtime
Three years after a city audit revealed rampant overtime at the Honolulu Police Department allowed some officers to increase their pay by more than $100,000, the number of officers filing more than 1,000 hours of overtime a year has increased by almost 500%. More than 40 Honolulu police officers logged...
UH kicker’s last name written in Japanese on jersey
HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - University of Hawaii Rainbow Warrior kicker Kansei Matsuzawa debuted a new jersey during Saturday night’s homecoming game. Matsuzawa was a key contributor to the ‘Bows win and was perfect on Saturday, going two for two on extra points and three for three on field goals, including his second...
