City to close non-essential offices, facilities Friday amid storm threat
HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - In response to ongoing severe weather conditions and potential threats to the health and safety of Oahu residents, Honolulu Mayor Rick Blangiardi ordered the closure of all non-essential offices and services of the City and County of Honolulu on Friday, April 10. All disaster response and support...
State, city announce closures as storm rolls in
With heavy rain and strong, gusty winds forecast to impact Oahu, non-essential state and city offices and many public services will be closed Friday.
UH Manoa selects top bidder for athletics media rights negotiations
HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - The University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa Athletics Department says it has selected Hawaii News Now as the top-rated proposal in a competitive bidding process for a new local media rights partnership set to begin July 1. In a statement, UH Mānoa said the process was...
Military firearm policy shift raises questions for Hawaiʻi bases
HONOLULU (Island News) -- A new policy from Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is prompting questions across military communities in Hawaiʻi, after a directive that could allow service members to carry personal firearms on base under certain conditions. The April 2 memo from the United States Department of Defense instructs...
Big Island Federal Credit Union celebrates 90 years of serving Hawaii
HONOLULU (HI Now) - In 2026, Big Island Federal Credit Union will proudly celebrate 90 years of serving the people of Hawaii’s Big Island. Chartered in 1936, the credit union holds the historic distinction of being the first credit union established in the Territory of Hawaii. Over the past...
Kauai Ukulele Festival to host free workshops for all skill levels
The two-day Kauai Ukulele Festival and Workshops will begin Saturday, April 18, at the A.G. Ukulele Academy at Kukui Grove Center.
🌿 Honolulu County Environmental & Recreation Jobs – Multiple $80K+ Roles
Honolulu County’s job market is buzzing with opportunities in environmental science and recreation. Whether you’re into fieldwork, teaching swim safety, or helping families enjoy local parks, there’s something here for you.
⚖️ Honolulu County Legal Jobs – Multiple Openings with Judiciary & More
Honolulu County’s legal job scene is active this month, especially within the Hawai‘i State Judiciary, which is hiring across O‘ahu and neighbor islands. Whether you’re a seasoned court professional or just starting in legal support, there’s a role worth checking out.
Local tastes influence national fast-food menus in Hawaiʻi
Fast food chains in Hawaiʻi have adapted their menus to reflect local tastes, offering items such as SPAM® croissant, loco moco burger, haupia pie, and kalua pork taco.
HECO prepares for severe weather, urges customers to review emergency plans
HONOLULU (Island News) – As severe weather is expected to reach the islands later in the week, Hawaiian Electric (HECO) confirmed that crews are proactively preparing to respond as it monitors developing weather conditions. The company is urging customers to review family and business emergency plans, ensure they have...












