15 Hawaiʻi Restaurants and Bars to Visit for Unforgettable Experiences
If you’re like us, you love to eat—and you don’t always put a price tag on that experience. So we put together some of the most splurge-worthy dining experiences you can have in the Islands, from a candlelight dinner in a treehouse to breakfast on the rim of an active volcano. Every spot is Instagram perfect—and the...
Family and Police seeking help to find missing 22-year-old Shayden Smith
HONOLULU (Island News) -- CrimeStoppers and the Honolulu Police Department are asking for the public’s help in locating 22-year-old Shayden Smith, who has been reported missing since last week. Shayden was last seen leaving his home in the Waipio area around 4 p.m. on April 8, 2025. According to...
Man charged in Mililani crash that claimed the life of a young passenger
MILILANI, Hawaii (Island News) – The man involved in a fatal crash that killed a teen girl in Mililani has been charged. It was reported on Sunday, April 13, that Honolulu police charged Natrin Aueluanaki, 33, for Negligent Homicide in the Second Degree and Driving Without a License. The...
Hawaii Governor Signs Expungement Bill Into Law
The Marijuana Herald - Marijuana news and information Hawaii Governor Josh Green has signed into law a measure to expand the state’s pilot program for automatic expungement of certain arrest records, following unanimous approval in both the Senate and House of Representatives. House Bill 132 enhances the Department...
Donley, Sherman Break Court One Wins Record
HONOLULU – The No. 10 California beach volleyball team closed out the Hawai'i Invitational with another pair of wins Sunday at Ching Complex in Honolulu, HI. The Golden Bears topped No. 13 Grand Canyon 4-1 before sweeping host No. 16 Hawai'i to extend their win streak to 11 straight duals.
Thousands of racers traverse Waikiki streets for Hapalua Half Marathon
HONOLULU (KHON2) — Over 7,800 racers crossed the finish line at the 2025 Hapalua–Hawaiʻi’s Half Marathon on April 13, marking the largest half marathon event to date in the islands. Approximately 3,000 participants were guests to the islands, looking to experience the aloha spirit while traversing the Waikiki...
ClimbHI events train next generation of hospitality leaders
HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - Nonprofit ClimbHI is hosting its 13th annual Leadership, Exploration, Inspiration (LEI) event at the Hawaii Convention Center Monday. Julie Morikawa, founder of ClimbHI, and Loke Yokoyama, a senior at Chaminade University, joined HNN’s Sunrise to talk about connecting youth with careers in...
Trade winds to expire by mid-week
HONOLULU (KHON2) – As showers redevelop tonight, a few heavier showers may develop in the vicnity of Kauai. Otherwise, this upper low will slowly drift eastward across the state through Tuesday contributing to a slow eastward spreading of weak instability. Upstream visible imagery suggests a steady supply of shallow...
Iolani Palace celebrates Hawaii, Okinawan cultures on Kamaaina Sunday
HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - Kamaaina day here at the Iolani Palace. April is a time to recognize two specific cultures, specifically Hawaiian and Okinawan, since it’s the 125th anniversary of the Okinawans, or Uchinanchu, immigrating to the islands in the year 1900. Organizes said that this is the first time...
Honolulu’s Youngest Law Protectors Shine at Junior Police Officer Annual Field Day
Overcast skies and a hint of drizzle didn't dampen spirits at the Patsy T. Mink Central Oʻahu Regional Park this past weekend, where the mettle and discipline of 35 schools' Junior Police Officers were on full display. Amidst the cheerfully chaotic atmosphere, the cadence of marching feet synced up with the beating...