The Disappearance of Jonathan Frase in Honolulu Hawaii
The disappearance of Jonathan Fraser remains one of the most haunting missing person cases connected to Honolulu in recent memory. What began as a report of a young man who had suddenly stopped answering calls and texts grew into a much larger story that drew public attention, media coverage, and years of questions...
Man found murdered in Makiki, HPD opens investigation
The Honolulu Police Department opened a murder investigation after a man was found dead on Makiki Street on March 27.
East Molokaʻi farm owners still isolated due to storm damages
The highway to Molokaʻi's east end remains hazardous after back-to-back Kona low storms delivered a powerful hit to many residents, including a remote farm. Robin and Dano Gorsich are stuck at their Waialua Valley farm right now. The rain washed out several bridges on their road. “An incredible amount...
Kauai mayor provides update on helicopter crash
Mayor Derek Kawakami said crews from the U.S. Coast Guard, fire, police, and the Kauai Emergency Management Agency are at the scene.
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:
