Suspect arrested after allegedly trying to run over HPD officers
HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - Honolulu police officers arrested a driver who allegedly tried to run them over with a vehicle. Shortly after 12:40 p.m., officers with HPD’s Crime Reduction Unit were attempting to locate a wanted suspect in Kalaeloa. According to police, the 30-year-old suspect accelerated toward the office
Family of fallen Maui soldier finds healing through lantern floating
HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - Each year, thousands flock to Ala Moana Beach on Memorial Day for the annual Shinnyo Lantern Floating to remember loved ones who are no longer with us. Army Spc. Kevin Wessel of Maui will be among the thousands remembered at this year’s event. He was killed more...
Tour of problems at Oahu Community Correctional Center
The state wants to build a new billion dollar jail to replace the current Oahu Community Correctional Center. Island News took a tour to see what is wrong with OCCC and what is needed for the future. The tour began and ended at the maximum holding unit. That is because...
City launches AI training pilot for Oahu businesses, nonprofits
Honolulu’s Office of Economic Revitalization, Mapunawai and Skilled Tomorrow launch “AI for Everyone at Work,” a free one-day train-the-trainer course.
Gov. Green considering pausing state, county gas tax during summer to ease prices at...
Gov. Green is considering pausing state and county gas taxes for part of the summer to save drivers money at the pump.
Candidate Faced Little Vetting For Charter School Board
No one has interviewed former charter school principal Ryan Mandado or called his former employer, and he left his last job amid questions about his leadership. Nevertheless, he could soon have a hand in deciding which charter schools open and close in Hawaiʻi. Mandado is one of three individuals...
Kauai’s North Shore Gets Slammed As Sudden Downpour Triggers Flood Advisory
Heavy showers muscled their way over Kauai on Monday, drenching the island and prompting a flood advisory as radar lit up with intense cells over the north shore. Forecasters warned that rapid runoff could quickly lead to ponding on roadways and fast rises in streams and low-lying trails. The advisory was scheduled to
US Coast Guard investigates oil spill near Honolulu harbor
Pollution responders recovered red dye diesel from the water at Ala Wai Harbor after deploying 23 bags of sorbent pads, according to a United States Coast Guard press release.
From Child Prodigy to Philanthropist, Ginny Tiu Documentary Premieres on KITV
Musical child prodigy Ginny Tiu has led an amazing life because of her love for the piano. Now, she dedicates her time giving back in several ways right here in Honolulu, most especially with her work with the Hawaiian Humane Society. Find out more about her and the award-winning journalist who captured her story, KITV
Coastal flood statement gets short extension, now in effect until Monday night
It looks as though coastal flooding will remain possible for at least a short time longer Monday, May 18, as the National Weather Service forecast office in Honolulu extended a coastal flood statement for the entire state through tonight. The flood statement was originally issued to be in effect through...
