Stakeholders evaluate transparency in process to pick Honolulu’s chief of police
Has the Honolulu Police Commission engaged enough with stakeholders and the public as a whole as it’s set to appoint a new police chief?. It depends on who you ask. Earlier this month the commission announced the names of three finalists for police chief. Their first public appearance was last week, when they were inte
EMS responds to possible carbon monoxide exposure in Waipio
HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - Honolulu firefighters and EMS responded to reports of a carbon monoxide incident in Waipio around 11 a.m., on Tuesday. First responders were dispatched to the scene at the Starbucks in Laniakea Plaza on Ka Uka Boulevard. “This morning our carbon monoxide alarm was going off, and some...
Honolulu’s 75th Mayor’s Memorial Day ceremony set for May 25
The 75th Mayor's Memorial Day Ceremony will be held at the National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific at Punchbowl on Monday, May 25th at 8:30 a.m. to honor those who lost their lives while serving in the U.S. armed forces.
Oil spill investigation, cleanup underway in Ala Wai Harbor
A multi-agency cleanup and investigation is underway at the Ala Wai Harbor after reports of an oil spill on Sunday evening.
SCAMMED! Beloved Pioneering Hawaiʻi Broadcaster Loses Thousands
After falling victim to a Publishers Clearing House scam that cost her tens of thousands of dollars, Linda Coble is sharing her story to warn others about the growing threat of fraud targeting seniors. She is joined by Norma Kop of the DOH Executive Office on Aging.
Honolulu man among 18 charged in alleged drug trafficking, money laundering scheme
HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - A Honolulu man has been arrested in connection with an alleged drug trafficking and money laundering scheme based out of Massachusetts. Authorities said Frederick Hrdy, 38, faces up to 20 years in prison and a lifetime of supervised release for drug conspiracy charges. According to documents,
Former Hawaiʻi television anchor falls victim to fraud scam
A former Hawaiʻi television anchor is sharing her story after falling victim to a Publishers Clearing House scam that wiped out much of her retirement savings.
Man arrested, accused of trying to hit HPD officers with stolen car in Kalaeloa
HONOLULU (Island News) -- A 30-year-old man was arrested after he allegedly tried to hit police officers with a stolen car in the Kalaeloa area on Tuesday afternoon. The Honolulu Police Department (HPD) said District 8 officers were trying to find a wanted suspect in Kalaeloa at 12:40 p.m. on Tuesday, May 19, 2026. The
Interim Honolulu police chief Rade Vanic speaks out after being passed over for permanent...
HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - The Honolulu Police Commission will select a permanent police chief on Wednesday, and interim chief Rade Vanic says he has no idea why he was passed over again. After 26 years with the Honolulu Police Department, Vanic has served as interim chief twice. In an exclusive interview...
McDonald’s launches new refreshers, crafted sodas just in time for summer in Hawaiʻi
McDonald’s is stepping into a whole new era of drinks with the launch of six new specialty beverages now available nationwide, including locations across Hawaiʻi.

















