UPDATE: Flood watch extended through tonight for Kaua‘i, Ni‘ihau as unstable weather conditions persist
Update at 5:15 p.m. Feb. 21, 2026: The flood watch in effect for Kaua‘i and Ni‘ihau will remain in effect through tonight until 6 a.m. Sunday (Feb. 22) as a vigorous upper-level trough continues to slowly swing through the state this afternoon and continue to bring unstable weather conditions overnight.
Rain causes wastewater overflow at Ahuimanu Preliminary Treatment Facility
HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - City crews are responding to a wastewater overflow at the Ahuimanu Preliminary Treatment Facility (PTF) caused by the heavy rainfall, officials said. The Honolulu Department of Environmental Services (ENV) said that at around 10 a.m. Saturday, elevated flows overwhelmed PTF and caused a...
Young Brothers adjusts sailing schedule as needed because of expected severe ocean conditions
Severe weather continues to impact the islands this weekend and is forecast to worsen, generating hazardous ocean conditions between the islands early next week, especially for the islands of Hawai‘i and Maui. Young Brothers adjusted its upcoming sailing schedule as needed in anticipation of those continuing unstable...
Pohakuloa Training Area’s historic chapel celebrates 70 years of service
The Pohakuloa Training Area is home to a unique piece of military history: the only Quonset hut chapel in the Department of Defense. The chapel recently hosted an Ash Wednesday Mass, continuing its tradition of serving the spiritual needs of soldiers.
Island-wide flooding, focusing on the Wahiawa Reservoir
WAHIAWA, Hawaiʻi (Island News) -- The weather has been keeping people on their toes lately. Just weeks after strong winds swept across the state, heavy rain is now the main concern. “A few weeks ago, it was the wind that was very concerning. So now it's the rain, that's...
Cotti Coffee Hits Pearl Highlands As Wagyu Shabu Heats Up Ala Moana
Oahu’s dining scene just got a jolt of caffeine and a serious wagyu upgrade. Two out-of-state brands have quietly planted their flags on the island: Beijing-based Cotti Coffee has opened its first Hawaii outpost at Pearl Highlands Center, and Mikiya Wagyu Shabu House, part of the Chubby Group, has launched an...
Wahiawa On Edge As 66-Year-Old Lorna Dunaway Vanishes
Honolulu police are asking for the public's help as the search intensifies for 66-year-old Wahiawa resident Lorna Dunaway, who has not been seen since she left her home around noon on Feb. 6. Authorities describe Dunaway as Filipina, about 4 feet 11 inches tall and roughly 115 pounds, with black hair and brown eyes....
‘Bows win OT Thriller on AC Carter Jersey Retirement Night
The Hawaii Rainbow Warriors hosted UC Santa Barbara on Saturday for the AC Carter Jersey Retirement Night as well as a battle for a top 2 seed in the Big West Conference Standings. In the 1st half UH had a 7 point lead more than halfway through but found a cold streak to end the […]
Brief break from heavy showers before rain increases again
HONOLULU (KHON2) – Sunday morning should bring some improved weather conditions, although scattered showers will continue to persist in select windward areas. Sea breezes developing during the day should allow for the development of afternoon clouds and showers Sunday afternoon and evening. Beyond Sunday, the latest...
HPD: Shots fired in armed burglary at Mapunapuna gym
The Honolulu Police Department has opened an investigation into an armed burglary that was followed by shots being fired in Mapunapuna.
