‘No surprises’: Paid parking lot operators on Hawai‘i Island will be required to post...
After a bill to cap paid parking in the Historic Kailua Village failed to move forward, Hawai‘i County Council Member Rebecca Villegas is addressing what she describes as predatory practices in other ways. On Wednesday, the Hawai‘i County Council unanimously passed an ordinance that requires operators of paid parking..
Police investigate attempted murder following gunshots in Ala Moana area
An attempted murder investigation is underway following police reports of a male suspect with a handgun and gunshots in the Ala Moana area. Police said officers responded to reports at 4 p.m. on Wednesday regarding a man who allegedly had a handgun in the Ala Moana area.
Falling construction debris prompts road closure in Honolulu
HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - Falling construction debris prompted a road closure in Honolulu Wednesday. Photos sent to Hawaii News Now show construction materials hanging from the side of a building being constructed for Straub Benioff Medical Center on South King Street. A viewer told HNN they heard a loud boom and...
Experience authentic Japanese flavors at Tsurutontan Waikiki
Honolulu (KHON2) – Tsurutontan Waikīkī at Royal Hawaiian Center offers a refreshing dining experience with handcrafted Japanese udon noodles and a menu full of flavorful favorites. Known for its signature oversized bowls and freshly made udon, the restaurant serves a variety of hot and cold noodle dishes,...
Local sisters inspire leadership in Hawaiʻi’s Summer Fun program
Three sisters volunteer with the City and County of Honolulu's Summer Fun program, where they help create a fun, welcoming environment while building leadership skills and watching keiki form friendships.
Honolulu Bill Would Let Affordable Rentals Rise to 60 Feet With No Parking Required
Honolulu bill would let affordable rentals rise to 60 ft (or existing zoning), require no parking or bike stalls, and cut setbacks.
Kaua’i teen reunited with medical team who saved her life a decade ago
"I just feel so grateful that we live in a state that really takes care of one another, literally down to the hardest moments of your life."
14-year-old armed with machete allegedly carjacks woman feeding cats in Waianae
A 14-year-old boy was arrested after allegedly using a machete to carjack a 76-year-old woman in Waianae, and later crashing the vehicle near Kapiolani Medical Center.
State AG’s office will review Sylvia Luke’s campaign, Luke’s second investigation
Lt. Gov. Sylvia Luke is under a second criminal investigation by the state Attorney General's office for her campaign's alleged mishandling of money and filing false reports.
Adopt Irie: Energetic terrier mix ready for adoption
This week’s Wags & Whiskers featured pet is Irie, a lovable terrier mix looking for a forever home.
