Suspect rams unoccupied police car after alleged gun threat at Sandy Beach Park
HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - The Honolulu Police Department is investigating a terroristic threatening case and criminal property damage that occurred at Sandy Beach Park. On Friday, at about 1:35 a.m., officers responded to a report of a man threatening another individual with what appeared to be a handgun at Sandy...
Man arrested after police seize gambling machines, cash
HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - A man was arrested Thursday after police executed a search warrant at an illegal gambling room in McCully. The Narcotics/Vice Division seized 13 gambling machines, more than $2,000 in cash, possible illicit drugs, and drug-related paraphernalia, said police. A 53-year-old man was arrested...
Glass-Shard Threat in Waipiʻo Ends in Deadly Balcony Leap, Police Say
A domestic argument in Waipiʻo turned deadly Thursday afternoon when a 44-year-old man, who allegedly shattered a mirrored door and threatened a woman with a shard of glass, jumped from an apartment balcony and later died at the hospital, according to Honolulu police. Officers were called shortly before 3:42 p.m. to...
Saks expected to close Neiman Marcus in Ala Moana by end of May
HONOLULU (Island News) -- The high-end department store Neiman Marcus is expected to close at the Ala Moana Center by the end of May, Saks Global announced on Friday. Saks’ decision to close several Saks Fifth Avenue and Neiman Marcus nationwide, including the Ala Moana Neiman Marcus, is due to factors tied to...
Murder investigation opened after woman found dead in McCully apartment
At approximately 5:30 p.m., officers and EMS responded to the residence where a 53-year-old woman was found unresponsive.
State launches 27th annual food and fund drive to support Hawaiʻi Foodbank
HONOLULU (Island News) -- State leaders on Wednesday launched the 27th Annual State Employees’ Food and Fund Drive, a campaign aimed at raising food and money to support Hawaiʻi Foodbank and its statewide affiliates. The campaign runs from March 4 through May 8, 2026 and has a goal...
Honolulu mayor proposes trimmed $5.09B budget as revenue stays flat
Honolulu Mayor Rick Blangiardi is taking about $50 million from vacant city positions in a proposed $5.09 billion city budget that anticipates higher inflation and growing expenses, but little revenue growth. The City and County of Honolulu’s proposed budget for the upcoming fiscal year is about $134 million less...
Why Locals Go GAGA Over This Beloved Mom-and-Pop Breakfast Spot in Honolulu, HI
Honolulu’s beloved mom-and-pop breakfast haven where island flavor meets heart-warming home cooking — and every bite feels like aloha on a plate. 🌺. Tucked along Kapahulu Avenue in Honolulu, Sweet E’s Cafe has quietly become one of the most talked-about breakfast spots on the island of Oahu.
Man, 71, crushed under vehicle identified
HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - A 71-year-old man who died after officials say a vehicle fell on him was identified Wednesday. Mario Meinardo Aguilar was working on his vehicle in Ewa Beach on Hanakahi Street Monday, said Emergency Medical Services. Paramedics responded to the area at about 3:25 p.m. and treated Aguilar...
Easy home upgrades with City Mill
City Mill expert Iris Wilhelm-Norseth shares tips on furniture and décor upgrades to make your home feel comfortable, organized, and personal.

















