Applicants wanted for Campaign Spending Commission
The Judicial Council is seeking applicants to fill a current vacancy on the Campaign Spending Commission. The term for this position will run through June 30, 2027. Members of the commission serve on a voluntary basis. Reasonable expenses, including travel expenses, incurred in the discharge of their duties, will be...
Changes coming for Lanikai Beach parking
"So legally, you're not allowed to park on any sidewalk, whether it's improved or unimproved in the traffic code."
Honolulu looks at expanding Skyline to UH Manoa, Waikiki
"If we got Skyline to Manoa, if we got it further out west, I think we would have more ridership, and the integrated bus and rail system would be a lot more effective at getting people around."
A ti leaf farmer’s 17,000 plant journey begins with call for kokua
PUNALU’U (HawaiiNewsNow) - In the Punalu’u valley, a number of agricultural lots can be found. One in particular doesn’t look like much now, but a local farmer has big plans for the area. Aunty Jarnell Haukoloa showed us the lot. “This section here specifically is gonna be...
First Hawaiian Bank Tops Forbes’ Hawai‘i Rankings Five Years Running
For the fifth consecutive year, First Hawaiian Bank has been recognized by Forbes magazine as the top-ranked Hawai‘i bank on its 2026 America’s Best Banks list. Altogether, FHB has been ranked the top Hawai‘i Bank in the Forbes list seven times in the nine years it has been eligible for the ranking, including...
Suspects, 17 and 19, arrested in connection with visitor shooting in Kapolei
KAPOLEI (HawaiiNewsNow) - Two teens, 17 and 19 years old, were arrested Wednesday afternoon in connection with a shooting that injured two male visitors. On Sunday at around 9:05 p.m., officers responded to a shooting in front of a Taco Bell in Kapolei. Police said two men visiting Hawaii for...
Aloha Stadium demolition marks end of an era
Crews have begun tearing down the iconic Aloha Stadium, marking the start of a significant transformation for the venue. The demolition signifies not only the end of the old stadium but also a new beginning as the stadium authority offices move to temporary trailers in the parking lot.
Brave Hawaii to host comedy show for a cause
HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - Brave Hawaii is hosting a comedy show for a cause featuring popular Hawaii comedians. “Comedy for a Cause” is set for Saturday, April 11 at the Blaisdell Concert Hall and will feature comedians Augie T., Bu Laia, and special guest Sisa Grey. Sisa Grey, known for...
Failed development on Kauaʻi’s south shore leads to bankruptcy auction of 25-acre property
California-based Kupono Resort LLC had big plans to develop a luxury resort and wellness center on Kauaʻi’s south shore. But the $227 million project called The Ohia, with an 84-room boutique hotel, a spa and 115 residential units, never broke ground. Now, the 25-acre vacant property that Kupono...
New Victoria Ward Park policy prompts outcry by pet owners
HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - In the middle of all the condominiums in Kakaako lies a recently refurbished, yet-to-reopen park. The well-manicured lawn and other amenities will likely lure many to enjoy the green space amid the concrete jungle. Victoria Ward Park Makai complements an already open park across the street...
