Billy V Live: Recording artist David Ka’io on the inspiration behind his new music
HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - This week on Billy V Live, we sit down with musician David Ka’io as he talks about the meaning behind his latest recordings, and shares his deep connection to Hawaiian music. We also learn more about Hawaii News Now’s Kokua for ‘Ohana initiative, and how you...
Planet Fitness opens Hawaii facilities to residents displaced by Kona low storms
Planet Fitness announced it will open its Hawaii clubs to residents following the two severe Kona low systems that impacted the entire state. Members and non-members will be able to access showers, electrical outlets, Wi-Fi, workouts, massage chairs and HydroMassage® loungers for free at the following locations on...
Honolulu Wants Next Police Chief To Be Anti-ICE, Pro-Transparency
As the Honolulu Police Commission prepares to select a new police chief by the end of May, residents are making clear what they want: someone who is transparent, communicative and refuses to cooperate with ICE. More so than in previous years, that public input will shape the hiring process, and...
University of Hawaiʻi Board of Regents to fill four open seats representing three counties
Four seats on the University of Hawaiʻi Board of Regents need to be filled before July 1. The Candidate Advisory Council for the University of Hawaiʻi Board of Regents has presented a list of candidates to Gov. Josh Green to fill two Honolulu County seats for five-year appointments.
City to reopen lane on Waipahu Street as emergency repairs begin
HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - The city is partially reopening a road closed in Waipahu due to the recent Kona low storms. City officials said Waipahu Street has been closed since Friday due to storm-related damage. Since then, the City Department of Design and Construction engineers have completed an assessment of the...
🚌 Multiple Transportation Jobs Now Hiring Across Honolulu County
Honolulu County’s transportation scene is buzzing with opportunity — from marine techs to delivery drivers, there’s something for every skill level. Here are several solid openings worth checking out this week:
Gunfire reported in Waimanalo; HPD investigates Reckless Endangerment
HPD is investigating a Reckless Endangerment incident in Waimanalo after witnesses reported gunfire from a white truck on Tuesday morning, with one shell casing recovered and no injuries.
Woman recounts husband allegedly attacking her on birthday hike in Hawaii
The trial continues against an anesthesiologist from Maui accused of trying to push his wife off a trail before allegedly hitting her with a rock.
Honolulu Traffic Cams May Soon Ticket For Registration, Safety Checks
The automated traffic enforcement camera systems that now issue tickets for speeding and running red lights may soon be used to crack down on Hawaiʻi motorists with expired safety checks and expired vehicle registrations. The state House earlier this month gave tentative approval to those expanded uses of the...
Flying blind: Honolulu officials held off evacuations as North Shore flooded
In the days since a destructive flood swept through Oʻahu’s North Shore, residents have been asking why they weren’t told to evacuate until their cars were floating barges, until they had to wade and even swim away from their homes. At first, officials’ answers were unsatisfying: Evacuating was a difficult call to...
