Hawaiʻi eyes expanded automatic voter registration with driver’s licenses
A state proposal could automatically register eligible residents to vote in elections — unless they explicitly “opt out” of that opportunity. Hawaiʻi already has an automatic voter registration system, but it follows an “opt-in” model. Eligible residents have to choose registration when they apply for or renew their...
Public invited to comment on list of nominees for Intermediate Court of Appeals
Governor Josh Green received the list of nominees to fill the Intermediate Court of Appeals vacancy for an associate judge. Green must appoint a judge from a list of nominees submitted by the Judicial Selection Commission within 30 days, with the consent of the Hawaiʻi State Senate. The Judicial...
The Oysters At This No-Frills Restaurant In Hawaii Are So Good, You’ll Dream About...
Hidden along the waterfront in Honolulu, Chart House Waikiki stands as a testament to the idea that sometimes the most memorable dining experiences come from places that focus on substance over flash. This beloved restaurant has been serving up some of the freshest seafood on the island for decades, with...
New public art in Honolulu showcases local artists and moʻolelo
Discover the new public art installations at Hoʻomaluhia Botanical Garden, Electric Beach, and Haleʻiwa Beach Park, celebrating local artists and hidden histories.
Check your bill: Second installment of real property taxes due soon
The second installment of real property taxes for the 2025 to 2026 tax year is due by Friday, Feb. 20, the City and County of Honolulu's Department of Budget and Fiscal Services said.
UH cheerleader debuts major mural at HNL Airport
Rachel Radona, a UH cheerleader and rising local artist, has completed her longest major mural at the Daniel K. Inouye International Airport.
Several drivers in critical condition after overnight crashes
Multiple crashes on Wednesday evening, Feb. 11, left several drivers in critical condition in the Honolulu area.
Kalaheo High School students protest ICE in walkout
Students at Kalaheo High School walked out of class on Wednesday afternoon in protest of ICE. Around 1 p.m., students headed to the intersection of Mokapu and Oneawa and held handmade signs.
Student homelessness rises on Oahu’s west side
HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - The number of students experiencing homelessness is rising on Oahu’s west side, according to Hawaii State Department of Education officials who say they are seeing the highest numbers in years. Each year, families complete an MV-1 form under the federal McKinney-Vento Act, identifying...
DoorDash says this is Hawaiʻi’s favorite snack: What residents had to say
Hawaiʻi loves its loaded fries. According to DoorDash, no other snack comes close as a new study shows residents across the islands order them more than anything else.
