UH women’s sailing team heads to nationals as head coach retires
HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - The Rainbow Wahine sailing team is set to head to the National Championship this week. The ‘Bows depart for the ICSA Women’s Fleet Race Nationals on Tuesday. Hawaii got an at-large bid after finishing third in the Pacific coast Collegiate Sailing Conference Championship. This will...
Hawaiian Airlines customer warns others over possible scam
HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - A Hawaiian Airlines customer is confused over why she was told she would be charged extra for a flight she already paid for, and she wanted to share about the experience to alert others. Marcy Reginelli believed she called Hawaiian Airlines about her upcoming flight to New...
Oahu’s first SONIC eyes grand opening at new Kapolei location
SONIC Drive-In is opening its first location on O'ahu in Kapolei on May 16, offering a drive-in experience, patio seating, a double drive-thru, and a menu of customizable drinks and local-inspired items, as well as making donations to local schools.
News briefs for May 11: Public corruption case update, funds available for Kona low...
Department of the Attorney General provides biweekly update on public corruption investigation. The Department of the Attorney General continues its biweekly update regarding an ongoing criminal investigation into a previously federally disclosed transfer of about $35,000 in funds. Since the last update, the department
‘Renovation Aloha’ Hosts Fined For Illegal Airbnbs In Latest Misstep
The home flippers behind the hit HGTV show “Renovation Aloha” now owe $40,000 to the city of Honolulu for operating two illegal short-term rentals through the rental site Airbnb. That includes a rental in Mililani that has been hit with a $10,000 tax lien. It’s just the latest...
Orlando Fraud Suspect Arrested in Hawaii After Fleeing Florida
Man who fled to Hawaii nabbed by authorities for large financial fraud in Orlando – Image for illustrative purposes only (Image credits: Unsplash) A 57-year-old Orlando resident accused of running a nonexistent development project has been taken into custody in Hawaii while trying to board a connecting flight to Texas.
Opportunity Zones 2.0 Market Activation Summit on Jun 1, 2026
Join us for an engaging and action-oriented convening focused on unlocking the potential of Opportunity Zones 2.0!. Beginning in July 2026, Governor Green will initiate the process to nominate 25 eligible census tracts for designation as federally recognized Opportunity Zones (OZ), creating new opportunities to attract
Kurizaki, Ho win second titles in tennis championships
Pushing his body to the edge, Punahou sophomore Koji Ho overcame a gritty effort by defending state champion and top seed Bryan Assi for a 6-3, 7-5 win in the boys singles final of the Island Insurance/HHSAA Tennis State Championships on Saturday morning at Patsy T. Mink Central Oahu Regional Park.
What’s Cooking: Sweet treats with Mixed by Mare
HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - Marilyn Grace Cabico-Paeste took her passion for cooking and launched her sweet treat business during the pandemic. Mixed by Mare specializes in creative desserts using Filipino and Asian flavors, such as churro cheesecake bites, pandan buko rice krispie treats, and custom cakes. You can find
Oahu Choral Society to host free 30th anniversary concert
HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - The Oahu Choral Society is celebrating its 30th Anniversary with a free celebratory concert of repertoire drawn from our past three decades. Artistic Director Joshua Habermann and Board Chair KeAli’i Becera joined HNN’s Sunrise to talk about the milestone. The concert will take place at...

















