Rollover crash in Honolulu results in two people hospitalized
HONOLULU (Island News) – Two people were treated after a collision was reported on Kaua St. and Funston Road in Honolulu, Tuesday morning. Paramedics with the Honolulu Emergency Medical Services (EMS) responded to the scene at approximately 10 a.m. to treat a man believed to be in his 40s, and a woman believed to be in
Honolulu reduces in-person permit testing days to boost license renewals
HONOLULU (Island News) – To address a major surge in driver's license renewal demands, the City and County of Honolulu is adjusting operations at its licensing centers by decreasing in-office days for permit tests. The change will free up additional appointment slots for driver’s license renewals and other licensing...
AI tool will be required for residential permit applications
Applicants for residential permits in Honolulu will be required to use an AI tool to double-check their work starting in September. The Department of Planning and Permitting (DPP) for the City and County of Honolulu has been using an AI software called CivCheck since 2025. It’s part of an overhaul...
Honolulu driver licensing centers cutting back permit test days
The City and County of Honolulu is reducing the number of days for in-person permit tests at its driver licensing centers to manage high demand for license renewals.
Bus driver shortage causing delays, cancellations
The City and County of Honolulu is seeking applicants for dozens of bus driver positions to address an acute driver shortage and mitigate service delays caused by rising fuel costs.
Honolulu’s 15 most uniquely named restaurants to visit
A list highlights 15 unique and memorable restaurant names across Oʻahu, ranging from humorous puns to those reflecting local Hawaiian culture.
‘Aikahi Elementary seeks help after student art vandalized in Kailua
KAILUA, Hawaii (Island News) – School staff are encouraging individuals with any information to assist in the investigation of an incident involving the vandalism of student-created artwork at an elementary school in Kailua, Oahu. At ‘Aikahi Elementary School, a structure featuring individual tiles created by students
Demolition begins at former Dee Lite Bakery site for affordable housing project
HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - Demolition is underway at the former Dee Lite Bakery property in Kalihi to clear the path for a new affordable housing development. Honolulu Mayor Rick Blangiardi and Department of Housing and Land Management Director Kevin Auger gathered at the Eluwene Street property on Monday afternoon for
Okayama Kobo Bakery, Cafe: Light, fluffy bread will bring you back for more
Okayama Kobo Bakery & Cafe is never too far to satisfy your taste buds with three locations on the mainland and one right here on O'ahu.
Crash blocks multiple H-1 westbound lanes near Pali Highway off-ramp
HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - A crash blocked multiple lanes on the H-1 Freeway westbound near the Pali Highway off-ramp Monday night. The Hawaii Department of Transportation reported the crash around 8:50 p.m. All but the far-right lane were closed as first responders worked at the scene. There was no immediate word...
