3-alarm building fire triggers evacuations in Kalihi
HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - Dozens of firefighters with the Honolulu Fire Department spent much of Sunday trying to put out a fire that broke out at a fabric and textile warehouse on Austin Lane in Kalihi at around 9:30 a.m. The blaze was initially reported as a two-alarm fire and at...
Achievement Gap in STEM Widens Between Girls and Boys in Hawaiʻi Schools
At ʻIlima Intermediate, teacher Sarah Milianta-Laffin sees a stark difference between the boys and girls in her STEM and computer science classes. Boys are often more assertive and ready to lead labs and group projects, she said, while girls tend to shy away from taking charge. Even as young...
Queen of the Silver Strand
Howard R Valentine “was 17 when he went to Ringling Brothers Circus as a member of the famous 16-man Jackson family. After a year with Ringling a partner act called Valentine and Dooly began a six-month tour of South and Central America. The pair played Panama during construction of the Panama Canal.”
Zookeeper trades in reptiles for retirement after 40 years of service
“Oki’s incredible knowledge of animal care and ability to problem solve made him a huge asset to the team."
Longs Drugs offers easy drive-through, walk-up vaccine clinics across the state
It's that time of year again, when residents can take advantage of free drive-through or walk-up vaccine clinics. Longs Drugs offered its first series of events today at Windward Mall, where over 200 people pre-registered to get their shots.
Honu released in Waimanlo
A look at the ocean's newest resident...and he can't wait to get into his new home.In partnership with Sea Life Park and the Waimanalo Limu Hui, they released this turtle into water's off Kaiona Beach.The hui hosts monthly limu restoration days where dozens of volunteers clean and plant limu back onto the reef. Their...
Team Hickam welcomes public for Wings of Aloha event
HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - Military aircraft, equipment, interactive booths and career opportunities will be on full display at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam. On Saturday Sept. 13 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., the public is invited to tour eight aircraft and engage in over 40 interactive booths which will feature military...
HFD battles building fire on Austin Lane
This morning, Sept. 7, HFD is currently responding to a building fire located near Austin Lane and North King St.
An ill hiker was rescued at Makapu’u Lighthouse Trail
A man in his 30s was rescued by the Honolulu Fire Department after falling ill near the Makapu'u Lighthouse Trail.
Honolulu Zoo Bids Farewell to Beloved Reptile Keeper Oki Uyeda After 40-Year Career
The Honolulu Zoo recently announced the retirement of one of its most dedicated and beloved staff members, Dwain "Oki" Uyeda, after a remarkable 40-year tenure. Oki's longstanding career is one marked by unexpected turns, including a transformative journey from a high school work credit participant to an expert...
