After 50 years, a telescope at the top of Mauna Kea will be removed
HILO (HawaiiNewsNow) - A telescope that’s been on top of Mauna Kea for nearly 50 years will be removed. The University of Hawaii announced Friday that the United Kingdom Infrared Telescope, also known as the UKIRT observatory, will be decommissioned. This marks another important milestone in UH’s long-term...
Dinosaurs stampede through Kapolei Commons
HONOLULU (KHON2) — Dinosaurs stampeded through the Kapolei Commons on June 28, in celebration of the new “Jurassic World” movie. Families got into inflatable dinosaur costumes for the Dino Dash, where the fastest dino reigns supreme. “It was really close. Yeah, I got a lot of fast dinosaurs out there,” said Isaiah...
University of Hawaiʻi’s telescope dedicated in 1970 now honored for enduring impact on space...
In 1970, the University of Hawaiʻi’s 2.2-meter telescope was dedicated at the summit of 13,803-foot Maunakea, becoming the world’s highest and first computer-controlled telescope. The innovations developed or tested by the UH88, its nickname because 2.2 meters is 88 inches, have shaped astronomy worldwide. They...
Betsuin Bon dance gathers hundreds in Nuuanu
HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - Another perfect night for bon dance at Hawaii Betsuin. Hundreds showed off their moves at Honpa Hongwanji for a free event in Nuuanu. The Obon Festival, characterized as “kangi-e” or joyful gathering in Shinshu Buddhism, is a way for people to express gratitude for all good things in life.
Woman, 49, stabbed in Kalihi
HONOLULU (KHON2) — A woman is in serious condition after being stabbed in Kalihi on the morning of June 29, Honolulu Emergency Medical Services said. The assault was reported around 9 a.m. on Kamehameha IV Road. According to officials, an unknown male assaulted the victim. The 49-year-old was provided with advanced...
Court helping people exit homelessness, receive services made permanent on Oʻahu
The Community Outreach Court, which has helped more than 700 homeless people clear non-violent criminal cases and receive social services, has become a permanent part of the First Circuit Court on Oʻahu. Gov. Josh Green signed Act 229 (HB 280) into law on Tuesday, formalizing the court’s role and...
New Hawaii doctors enter residency in Nanakuli
HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - Three Hawaii doctors are entering a first-ever community health-centered family medicine residency program on Oahu. Leane Escosia, Bong Kim and Pauline Ton were recognized at the Waianae Coast Comprehensive Health Center (WCCHC) on June 27, marking the launch of the new Hookahua I Ke Ola...
The Sunshine Blog: Taxpayers Keep Paying For Disgraced City Officials
Money changers: The Sunshine Blog is still scratching its head at the taxpayer cash flow involving two former high-ranking city officials who ran afoul of the law when they arranged to give former Honolulu Police Chief Louis Kealoha a nice $250,000 payoff even as he was being forced out while under federal...
At This Oʻahu Resort, the Island Is Your Greatest Amenity
I’m an hour’s drive and a world away from the beaches and boutiques in Waikīkī, Honolulu’s famed tourist strip — but that’s kind of the point. I’m here at Mohala Farms to learn about sustainable farming on Oʻahu, traditional Hawaiian foods beyond poke, and the deep, abiding Hawaiian relationship with the island’s...
Massive drug bust on the Big Island: More than 12 Lbs of meth
A man is in serious condition after he was hit by a car while riding an E-bike Saturday morning in Pearl Ridge. Hundreds on Kauai gather for annual keiki bike, skateboard safety day. Updated: 14 hours ago. |. Hundreds of keiki across Kauai gathered for an annual bike and skateboard...
