Hawaii film industry down nearly 50%, government looks at options
HONOLULU (Island News) -- In the new-age of content creation, Hawaii is falling behind. The movie industry is taking large productions to other countries, leaving workers and vendors on the islands grasping for jobs. "We've decreased, actually significantly. There is no work here in Hawaii anymore," said Nohealani...
Hawaii girl, 7, fighting for life after e-bike collision
HONOLULU (KHON2) — A 7-year-old girl is still fighting for her life nearly a week after colliding with a vehicle while riding an electric bicycle in Ewa Beach. Her mom spoke with KHON2 on Feb. 4. On the afternoon of Feb. 27, 7-year-old Azaleia Young-Kawaʻa hung out with her mom and three of her siblings […]
Honolulu Officials Who Arranged Illegal Kealoha Payout Agree To Pay Up
Three former county officials who improperly arranged for disgraced police chief Louis Kealoha to get a $250,000 retirement payout — and faced felony conspiracy charges for doing so — concluded their years-long legal battle on Tuesday. Part of their punishment: Paying back the $250,000. Former Honolulu Corporation...
New federal regulations impact Hawaii’s economy
More changes are being handed down from the federal government . Governor Josh Green joined Good Morning Hawaii to dive deeper into the ripple effects being felt in Hawaii.
Hawaii’s governor plans to get high energy costs under control with renewable energy
In the face of federal uncertainty regarding renewable energy and concerns over grid stability across Hawaii, a recently signed executive order (EO) by Gov. Josh Green aims to promote and expedite the development of renewable ... Read More » The post Hawaii’s governor plans to get high energy costs under control with...
Makakilo residents hope charges bring an end to years of flat tires, frustration
HONOLULU (KHON2) — Hundreds of residents in Makakilo say they hope the nightmare is finally over. Prosecutors charged a 53-year-old man for deliberately dropping screws on the roads causing thousands of dollars in damaged tires and a frustrated community. In a Kapolei courtroom, charges were read for the man some...
Despite apology, Hawaii mobster gets 9 years for role in crime syndicate
HONOLULU (CN) — A federal judge on Tuesday sentenced Harry K. Kauhi, also known as "Harry Boy," to 8 years and 10 months in prison for his role in the criminal enterprise led by former Honolulu businessman Michael J. Miske Jr., marking another significant chapter in a complex federal racketeering case.
Original 1976 crew member remembers first pulling Hōkūleʻa into the ocean
HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - 1976 original crew member John Kruse helped launch Hōkūleʻa at Kualoa/Hakipu’u on March 8, 1975. It’s his voice on the Tip Davis documentary, “Hōkūleʻa -- Star of Gladness” which was used to garner support for the voyage.
Woman arrested for DUI in 2024 Royal Kunia crash
The 34-year-old woman driver connected to the incident that happened in April of 2024, was arrested, charged, and later released for Driving Without a License, Habitual Operating a Vehicle Under the Influence of an Intoxicant, and Negligent Injury in the First Degree. The woman turned herself in to the Pearl...
Jury indicts couple for death of 3-year-old child
HONOLULU (Island News) – A grand jury indicted two people in connection with the death of 3-year-old Sarai Perez-Rivera in Kapolei. On Tuesday, March 4, 2025, a jury indicted 26-year-old Janae Perez and 34-year-old Ashleigh Utley of five felony charges including Murder in the Second Degree, Assault in the First...
