Family of 7 staying in a tent on the beach after being displaced by...
HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - Chandi Cabebe said she and her three kids were taking a nap last Wednesday afternoon when a neighbor alerted them there was smoke near their home. The house, which was in Cabebe’s husband’s family for generations, was destroyed within minutes. “By the time we got...
Hawaiʻi sees 187% rise in family homelessness
Hawaiʻi has seen one of the biggest jumps in homelessness in the entire United States.
Sibling Scandal in Honolulu, Adult Arrested for Stabbing 13-Year-Old Amid Teen Squabble
A 13-year-old girl is now in serious condition following a stabbing at the hands of an adult during a physical squabble with another teen in Honolulu's Beretania Community Park. The incident, which occurred shortly before 3:30 p.m. this past Saturday, has led to the arrest of the adult suspect, as reported by KHON2.
Illegal Fireworks Task Force confiscated more than 227,000 lbs of illegal explosives
The state Department of Law Enforcement's Illegal Fireworks Task Force has seized more than 227,000 pounds of illegal fireworks since its formation in 2023, the state senate said.
Honolulu and Hawaii Eye Data-Driven Way to Stem Homelessness
(TNS) — The city and state plan a deeper, data-driven approach to address homelessness starting in January that also could tap into city police and park drone images to gauge homeless activity across Oahu in real time. The new approach represents the latest evolution to address homelessness on Oahu,...
University of Hawaii hits record enrollment, shaping future workforce
University of Hawaii sets a new record with over 51,000 students registered this fall, marking the third year of growth.
Mayor Blangiardi optimistic as Skyline’s second phase nears
HONOLULU (KHON2) — The second phase of Honolulu’s Skyline rail system is set to open next week, taking riders from Aloha Stadium to the Kalihi Transit Center on Middle Street. It will add four additional stops to the Skyline route, including Daniel K. Inouye International Airport and Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam....
Honolulu Permit Director Blames Delays In New System On Growing Pains
A technological overhaul at Honolulu’s building permit department – which Honolulu Mayor Rick Blangiardi had promised would help speed up permitting times by September – has, so far, been doing the opposite, newly released city data shows. But Dawn Takeuchi Apuna, the director of the Honolulu Department...
Hawaii-born activist among hundreds captured during effort to bring aid to Gaza
The Honolulu Police Department is investigating a vehicle arson in Waianae. Leināʻala Pavao-Jardin, kumu hula of Hālau Ka Lei Mokihana O Leināʻala, passed away on Friday. 2 arrested after alleged stabbing leaves teen in serious condition. Updated: 11 hours ago. |. Two people were arrested...
Honolulu’s noodle lovers rejoice on National Noodle Day today
It's National Noodle Day! Whether you're making your own, dining out, or enjoying a quick mac and cheese, there's a noodle for everyone today.
