Grilling safety tips from Honolulu Fire Department
As everyone gears up to light up the grill to celebrate, don't forget to bring these safety tips to your next gathering from the Honolulu Fire Department.
Preschool Open Doors application period opens for 2026-2027 school year
The Department of Human Services will open the Preschool Open Doors application period for the 2026–2027 school year on May 29, 2026. Applications will be accepted through May 31, 2027, or until funding capacity is reached. Preschool Open Doors helps families access early learning opportunities by providing tuition ass
On May 26, Honolulu will lose all its shadows. Here’s why
The phenomenon occurs twice a year in certain parts of the world. At exactly 12:28 p.m. on May 26, 2026, something unusual will happen in Honolulu, Hawaii:. This is Lāhainā Noon, also referred to as a “zero shadow day.”. It happens because of a precise alignment, when...
Passed over for HPD chief, Mike Lambert says he’s ready to return as beat...
HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - In his first interview since the Honolulu Police Commission passed him over for Honolulu police chief, Mike Lambert says he’s ready to be a beat cop again. “I just want to thank the media for coming and giving an opportunity for me to thank everyone that...
HPD cracks down on illegal e-bikes
Honolulu police recovered five illegal e-dirt bikes during an enforcement effort on Oʻahu’s west side. Officers also issued citations to adults and teens for violations involving illegal riding and operating the bikes on public roads.
New Oahu field use rules causing concern among youth leagues
The City of Honolulu has implemented a new pilot program to better manage sports field permits on Oahu, which has been met with criticism from some established leagues who feel it is unfair and could push them out.
Hawaiian Humane Society Waives Dog Adoption Fees After Shelter Crisis
Overflow kennels and rising intakes spark islandwide push to find dogs homes before space runs out across Oahu this weekend.
Long-time Lantern Floating Hawaii coordinator to be honored during ceremony
On Memorial Day, many will honor military members who died in service. Lantern Floating Hawaii will also provide local families a chance to remember their lost loved ones.
Firefighters extinguish shipping container fire in Makiki
MAKIKI, Hawaii (Island News) -- Honolulu firefighters extinguished a shipping container fire on S. Beretania Street on Thursday evening. The Honolulu Fire Department received a 911 call about a building fire at 1436 S. Beretania St in Makiki at 6:54 p.m. on Thursday, May 21, 2026. When firefighters arrived at the scene
Coast Guard search underway for overdue vessel reportedly fishing near the Waianae Coast
HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - The Coast Guard is searching for an overdue vessel with one person aboard west of Oahu on Thursday. Missing is a 61-year-old man who departed on a fishing trip at 5 a.m. Wednesday. He was reportedly fishing near the Waianae coast off the southwest side of Oahu around noon.

















