‘Major milestone’: HART completes Downtown utility relocation work
HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - Honolulu’s rail project reached a big milestone Wednesday, as Skyline makes its way into the urban core. The Honolulu Authority for Rapid Transportation, or HART, announced that it has successfully completed the utility relocation work along Nimitz Highway in Downtown Honolulu, clearing the w
Convicted Molokai murderer fights for freedom
HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - The attorney for a Molokai man sentenced to life in prison for murdering his girlfriend says he should have never been convicted in the first place. Mariano Garces was sentenced to life in prison with the possibility of parole in 2024 after a jury found him guilty of murdering Amie Kaholoaʻa
Kaneohe Elementary awarded gold star for excellence
HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - The National Association of Elementary School Principals has named Kaneohe Elementary a 2026 National Gold Star School. The honor is given to schools that demonstrate excellence in leadership, school culture, and student success. As a 2026 National Gold Star School, Kaneʻohe Elementary will b
Multiple traffic projects to impact drivers across Hawaii
Motorists across Oahu, Kauai and Hawaii Island should plan for delays as several roadway improvement and utility projects are scheduled to begin.
State officials: That vacation rental listing could be a scam
HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - State officials are warning the public of increased scam activity involving fake vacation rental listings. This as Hawaii already has one of the country’s highest rates of rental scams per capita. With more budget conscious and last minute travelers looking for places on Airbnb, Craigslist an
E-motorcyclist dies following collision in Makiki
HONOLULU (Island News) – A man has died from injuries following a collision that occurred in the Makiki area over the weekend. The Honolulu Medical Examiner’s Office (ME) confirmed that a 45-year-old man, who was the e-motorcyclist in the incident, had succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced dead on July 21, 2026.
Vintage Books showcases new menu, hidden speakeasy experience
Tucked away behind a bookstore in the heart of Kaimuki, Vintage Books is a hidden restaurant and speakeasy offering an unforgettable dining experience.
Coco Puff Rush As Liliha Bakery Lands At Waikiki Beach Walk
Liliha Bakery, the decades-old Honolulu institution known for Coco Puffs and butter rolls, has opened its sixth Oʻahu location on the second floor of Waikīkī Beach Walk after a Friday debut that drew early lines for pastries and breakfast plates. The new spot drops the bakery’s full diner menu, from loco moco and fried
Belatti responds to Gov. Green’s criticism
HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - Lieutenant Governor candidate Della Belatti said she was surprised at Gov. Josh Green’s criticism on Hawaii News Now Spotlight and is trying to clear the air. When questioned about the Lt. Gov. race, Green warmly complimented Derek Kawakami’s performance as Kauai Mayor and said that Belatti’s
First Alert Forecast: Trade wind showers plus watching Hurricane Fausto over the EPac
HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - Good Tuesday! Keep the umbrella handy into tomorrow morning because we continue to track a slightly wet trade wind pattern over mauka neighborhoods especially for the eastern islands. An area of low-lying moisture is bringing pop up showers, especially to our usual windward and mauka communit

















