Keeping UH Competitive In A Changing College Sports Landscape
College athletics is undergoing a transformation unlike anything we’ve seen in generations. With recent court decisions, student-athletes can now be compensated directly for the value they help generate — and those payments are rapidly reshaping recruiting, retention and competitiveness across Division I. For...
Honolulu City Lights extended through New Year’s Eve
Honolulu City Lights will remain on display at the Frank Fasi Civic Grounds and Thomas Square through Wednesday, New Year’s Eve. The city extended the run after recent rain caused several closures.
Rail supplier news from Alstom, Tutor Perini and HDR
Alstom has signed a contract with the Railway Transport Regulatory Agency (ARTF) for the supply of 47 diesel multiple unit (DME) passenger trains, 33 long-haul and 14 short-haul, for the Mexico City–Queretaro–Irapuato and Saltillo–Monterrey–Nuevo Laredo corridors in Mexico. Valued at $1 billion, the contract includes...
Potential 2027 draft WR prospect – Pofele Ashlock
So...while it may seem rather way too early to bring up this kind of topic, but what do you make of this guy who could potentially make his mark in 2027's draft at the WR position?. Pofele Ashlock, a native of Euless, TX, will be a senior next year for...
Kapiʻolani Medical Center workers return after months-long strike
Hospital workers at Kapiʻolani Medical Center for Women and Children are back on the job after the hospital reached a contract agreement with their union. The strike began in October over pay, benefits, and working conditions, though contract details have not been released.
Aloha for Kansei: Fans Turn Out in Droves for Kansei Matsuzawa Farewell Event
By the time most of Honolulu was just beginning its Saturday morning, a line was already forming outside HiLife South Shore Market. The first fan arrived before 8 a.m., hours ahead of the scheduled start of Aloha for Kansei, a meet-and-greet autograph session celebrating Kansei Matsuzawa. As the morning unfolded, the...
Return of trade winds just in time for 2026
HONOLULU (KHON2) – Subtle height falls over the western end of the state favor a trade wind inversion sloping downward from around 10kft at Lihue to 7kft at Hilo. Afternoon sea breezes maintain interior clouds and a few showers this afternoon, but dampened heating beneath abundant high clouds has kept shower coverage...
8 Hidden Dessert Bistros In Hawaii Worth Every Sweet Bite
Aloha, fellow sugar seekers! Imagine a tropical paradise where palm trees sway, waves whisper, and the real treasure is the delectable secret dessert spots tucked away from the tourist traps. Grab your dessert forks and let’s explore these hidden gems that promise a symphony of flavors, making every bite a...
Honolulu’s Culinary Treasures: Standout Restaurants Defining 2025
Enduring Favorites That Anchor the Scene (Image Credits: Unsplash) Honolulu – The island capital’s dining landscape continues to evolve, weaving deep-rooted traditions with fresh culinary voices that capture the essence of Hawaiian life. Enduring Favorites That Anchor the Scene Long-standing eateries in Honolulu have...
Man dies after medical emergency while snorkeling in Māʻikaʻi
MAKAHA, Hawai'i (Island News) -- A 55-year-old man has died after a medical emergency while snorkeling in Māʻikaʻi on Saturday morning. Police say the man was snorkeling with his family when he began to feel sick and looked pale. Family members and others quickly pulled him out of the water and rushed him to shore...

















