4 people rescued after boat runs aground off Waikiki
HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - A 30-foot sailboat ran aground near the Rockpiles surf break offshore of Waikiki. . Crews arrived at the scene just before 2 p.m. on Saturday. . Officials said four people were rescued from the vessel. No injuries were reported. Copyright 2025 Hawaii...
Sinkhole repair shuts Kalanianaole Highway near Sea Life Park
Kalanianaole Highway between Kealahou Street and near the Makai Research Pier is closed today for emergency repairs after Thursday’s torrential winter storm created a sinkhole near Baby Makapuu beach. The state Department of Transportation crews closed the Waimanalo-bound lane...
Will Caron: Bonfire Of Our Sanity
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Crews conclude sinkhole repairs on Kalanianaole Hwy
The sinkhole was discovered following the low-pressure system that impacted Oahu over the past week.
Hawaii teens find support in search for perfect prom dress
"Usually you're only wearing it once so we thought, what a great way to be able to have these youth participate in this sustainability effort."
UH law school brings recruitment event to Maui on March 5
Prospective law students on Maui are invited to learn more about pursuing a legal education at the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa William S. Richardson School of Law during upcoming informational sessions. Representatives from the law school will be visiting Maui as part of a...
25 years of conservation education at Hawaiʻi CC
Hawaiʻi Community College’s Tropical Ecosystem and Agroforestry Management (TEAM) program plays a vital role in training local students for careers in conservation and natural resource management in Hawaiʻi. “We are the only college here in Hawaiʻi that trains undergraduates...
Cannabis advocates continue push to legalize recreational marijuana in Hawaii
HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - Many attendees at the Hawaii Cannabis Expo this weekend touted the medicinal benefits of marijuana and hope to change its negative reputation. MMA fighter Hansel Aquino says his doctor suggested cannabis to help him with his rare form of cancer. But...
7 Enormous Thrift Stores In Hawaii That Are Too Good To Pass Up
Get ready to embark on a thrifty adventure through Hawaii’s largest secondhand emporiums. These mammoth stores are bursting with hidden gems and wallet-friendly wonders. Let’s kick off our thrift-tasting tour with a visit to the Savers in Waipahu. This place is so big, you...
6 Best Downtowns In Hawaii
When considering the best downtowns in Hawaii, Honolulu's downtown area stands out as the most prominent option. As the largest city in the state, it is home to iconic landmarks such as Iolani Palace, the King Kamehameha statue, and Aloha Tower, all within walking distance and...
