What you need to know before buying a pet bunny
HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - Many people see rabbits as cute, low-maintenance “starter pets,” especially around Easter, but they actually need as much care (sometimes more) as traditional pets like cats and dogs. ”The truth is they require specialized care, can live over 10 years, and often don’t like being...
Hawaii County Tells Homeowner His 38-Year-Old House Is Actually Illegal
Shahzaad Ausman has had to sue the county to confirm that he can continue to live in his own home.
Maui teen faces 10-year sentence for stealing pet pig, killing it for $1k
HAIKU, Hawaii (KHON2) — Eddie the pig was adopted by Sarah Haynes a few years ago. She adopted him from a local pig rescue after he was found running around Kihei with scars and rope burns. They believed he was used for hunting dog training. “I adopted him and built a big enclosure and a […]
Honolulu fails to collect millions in short-term rental fines
HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - City officials are expressing shock and frustration over how few fines for illegal rentals are actually being collected. After cracking down and vowing to shut down the illegal industry, Mayor Rick Blangiardi said he’s got to go back to the drawing board. The mayor said they’ve...
Emergency dispatchers honored this week, offer tips if you’re ever on an emergency call
HONOLULU (KHON2) — In emergency situations, the first “first responder” is actually the person taking your call. This week is to honor them, and they want to make sure you understand what they need from you, if you ever need to call. People see police officers, firefighters, paramedics and lifeguards all the time....
Honolulu councilmember develops plan to address HPD officer shortage
HONOLULU (KHON2) — A new plan is in the works to tackle the ongoing officer shortage at the Honolulu Police Department. One lawmaker said they need to look at more than recruitment. HPD’s vacancy rate isn’t getting any better according to City Councilmember Andria Tupola. “When I started in the council in 2021, the...
Punahou graduate awarded Congressional Medal of Honor
When Jacob Lewis was still in diapers, the toddler already showed signs that his brain operated on a higher level than most children his age. Councilwoman denies public safety conflict over relationship with fire battalion chief. Updated: 5 hours ago. |. Honolulu city councilwoman Val Okimoto is in a relationship...
Michelin Guide Korean Pork Soup Chef Expands From NYC to LA, Paris, and Hawaii
Okdongsik, the Michelin Guide-recognized Korean restaurant behind a reinvented version of Dweji-Gomtang (pork soup), launched a nine-month pop-up in Los Angeles on April 1. Chef Ok Dong-Sik, who first introduced his take on Korean pork soup in Seoul and later found unexpected success in New York, says a permanent LA...
Health officials identify 10 vulnerable individuals who came in contact with measles
HONOLULU (KHON2) — The state Department of Health has identified 10 individuals who may have come into contact with an unvaccinated child who contracted measles last week, and is strongly urging those 10 to isolate. Upon the child’s contraction of the measles, an adult in their household began showing symptoms of...
Hawai‘i Island police seek public help identifying gas station robbery suspect
Hawai‘i Island police are asking for the public’s help in identifying a male suspect wanted for questioning in a robbery that occurred in Hilo at a gas station on Kamehameha Avenue. The incident occurred on March 29. When officers responded to the gas station store, the employee informed...