Honolulu HI

The temporary library pop-up situated in Windward Mall will close at 4 p.m. Dec. 31 in preparation for the reopening of the Kaneohe Public Library following a nearly two-year-long renovation project, according to a news release. The last day to pick up holds/reserves and return borrowed items is Dec. 31....

As the embers cool on South King Street in Honolulu, the aftermath of a recent fire has the Honolulu Fire Department amplifying warnings about a common household item: rechargeable lithium-ion batteries. The blaze that rendered nine people homeless and incurred damages nearing a million dollars was ignited by such a...

The two women in the crosswalk at Monsarrat Avenue and Diamond Head Circle pulled up short halfway across the street as a truck sped in front of them across the badly faded crosswalk striping. To make matters worse, another crosswalk about 100 feet makai of the first, at Kainana Avenue,...

A new televised talent competition has found its winner. The show “Hawaiʻi to the World” was launched by the Hawaiian Council, formerly known as the Council for Native Hawaiian Advancement, and featured acts from Oʻahu, Maui, Kauaʻi, and Hawaiʻi Island. Oʻahu composer and pianist...

Starting Jan. 1, 2026, businesses across the islands will not be able to buy fluorescent lightbulbs. That's because of a state law that passed in 2023. The ban on the sale of fluorescent lights goes into full effect on New Year’s Day, making Hawaiʻi one of 15 states to ban the bulbs.

It was a milestone moment marking the meridian — the culmination — of a lifetime defined by breathtaking resilience. When 71-year-old Theresa Chang accepted her bachelor of arts degree in communication Dec. 20 during University of Hawaiʻi at Hilo’s 2025 fall commencement ceremony at Vulcan Gym, she is living proof...

Christmas in Hawaii brings unique traditions that revolve around family, friends and the ocean rather than fireplaces. At Ala Moana Beach Park, locals embraced the holiday spirit in true island style.

On Aloha Friday, morning showers are expected. It's expected to be mostly sunny in the afternoon. Trades continue tomorrow along with mostly sunny skies and lingering clouds.

Megan Tagami from Honolulu Civil Beat joins us to discuss the progress of charter schools in the last 30 years.

For the first time in six years, the UH Manoa Rainbow Warriors are hosting the Hawaii Bowl, and anticipation couldn't be higher.